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Certificate in Business Administration (Level 4)
Organisation of Qualifications & Awards (OQA)
The Certificate in Business Administration course will introduce learners to the key financial, quantitative and economic theories and will highlight the way they will affect the decision making process of business organisations. The course will also introduce learners to the main functions of an organisation and will prepare learners for further studies in business administration and management.
About the Course
Duration
9 - 12 months
Credits
180
Entry Requirements
- Three GCSE’s / GCE`O’ levels and one `A’ level or equivalent qualification, or,
- An approved Foundation Certificate.
- Certificate or Diploma awards deemed to be equivalent to the above qualifications
- Relevant experience is taken into consideration for students 21 years of age and over who have not completed any formal qualifications.
General Learning Objectives of the Course
- On completion of the course learners will:
- Have a good knowledge of the different functions within a business organisation and their contributions to the overall business operations
- Be aware of key accounting principles that can impact on business decision-making
- Have an understanding of the economic environmental influences on the operating environment of commercial and non-commercial organisations
- Have a clear understanding of quantitative methods and theories used by organisations
- Be able to explain the different types of business organisations
Modules
The main aim of this unit is to provide learners with a sound knowledge of economic principles against an industrial and commercial background so that learners become aware of the effects on business of various government policies and actions, domestically and internationally.
Main Topics of Study
- Introduction to Economics
- Factors of Production
- Prices, Markets and Competition
- Organisation and Scale of Production
- National Income and its Distribution
- International Economics
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Assessment Methods
Final Examination: 70%
Coursework: 30%
The main aim of this unit is to introduce learners to the critical accounting concepts which will enable them to appreciate the financial implications of management decisions. Learners will also be introduced to financial methods and critical techniques that will enable them to evaluate the overall effectiveness of companies’ operations.
Main Topics of Study
- Financial Accounting
- Partnership and Limited Companies
- Control of Working Capital
- Cost accounting
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Assessment Methods
Final Examination: 70%
Coursework: 30%
The main aim of this unit is to develop the analytical, mathematical and statistical skills of learners in order to improve their approach to solving problems or analysing and evaluating numerical information resulting from the research or surveys.
Main Topics of Study
- Sources of Statistical Data
- Presentation of Data
- Measures of Location and Dispersion
- Regression and Correlation
- Index Numbers and Time Series
- Probability Theory
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Assessment Methods
Final Examination: 70%
Coursework: 30%
The main aim of this unit is to provide learners with a clear understanding of the influences on organisational structure and behaviour and will provide a form understanding of the different key functions required to respond effectively to dynamic domestic and international business environments.
Main Topics of Study
- Introduction to Business Administration and Management
- The Nature of Business Activity
- Corporate Strategy and Planning
- Organisations
- Production Management
- Personnel Management
- Office Management
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Assessment Methods
Final Examination: 70%
Coursework: 30%
About the Organisation of Qualifications & Awards
UK Registered Awarding Body
Organisation of Qualifications & Awards (OQA) is a UK registered awarding body offering bespoke qualifications at levels 3, 4 and 5 as per the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) for England and Northern Ireland and the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ).
Our courses are targeted towards individuals who are looking to take the preliminary step towards improving their education and also completing qualifications which can assist them in their professional careers.
We, at OQA, stand to carve a pathway which will act as a guide for our students to venture into distinguished and desirable academic avenues.
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