The International Diploma in Business Computing qualification is designed to provide you the knowledge and skills in a combination of business and computing fields, focusing on advising businesses in implementing the right systems and software to meet their business objectives.
Course Objectives
This diploma course will give you
an understanding of different types of software systems used in business
an understanding of business organizations, marketing, and management
skills in communications across the business organization
knowledge and skills in data management
Teacher-Student Ratio
The average for the school is 1:25. Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by Genetic Computer School.
C1104: Mathematics for Computing
This module is designed to introduce the students with the fundamental concept of Mathematics used in computing. The module will cover number systems, set theories, mathematical inductions, algebra and calculus, and probability.
C1105: Programming – Algorithms and Data Structure
This module is designed to introduce students with Java programming language and the concept of object-oriented programming. Students will learn about the importance of data structures and associated algorithms to work with abstract data types.
C2104: Web and Multimedia Design
This module is designed to provide the students with hands-on experience of developing a multimedia web site using industry-standard development tools, such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Flash. The student will be learning how to integrate Photoshop images and Flash movies, audios and videos into a web site.
C2202: Database Design and Implementation
This module is designed to provide students with the concept of relational models and to be able to design a proper database using appropriate tools.
B2203: Business Communication
This module lets students study the principles of effective written and oral business communications. Emphasis is placed on the composition and formatting of business correspondence, including good/routine news, bad news, and persuasive messages.
B2201: Business Accounting
This module is designed to equip students the fundamental knowledge of accounting principles and practices. It allows students to record accounting transactions into journals, ledgers, balance sheets and to create financial statements.
B2202: Principles of Business
The module provides a comprehensive survey of the functional areas of business: management, marketing, accounting, finance, and information technology. It also helps students appreciate the interrelationship of these business functions and, more generally, the role and context of business in society.
B2205: Economics
This module will provide students the underlying concepts of economics. The module focuses on today’s most important economic theories, events as well as how they relate to real-world situations. It equips students with a solid economic foundation which they can use to build successful careers no matter what.
Age:
16
Academic:
2 GCE “A” levels or
11 years of general education or equivalent or
Certificate in Information Technology (Awarded by Genetic Computer School)
Language:
Grade C6 at GCE O level English or equivalent or
IELTS 5.5 or
TOEFL 525 (Paper base) or 196 (Computer base)
Minimum number of students that is required before a class commences: 5
Waiting period (from the time a student signs up until the time a decision is made by the PEI whether the class would commence): 2 weeks before the course commencement date.
* The passing percentage of each module is greater than or equal to 50
* To be awarded with CIT, Diploma and Higher Diploma, Specialist Certificate, Specialist Diploma students must pass all the modules
Price: SGD 6,800
Duration: 12 Months
Fee Information
The course fees are due and are payable as full payment or in (2) installments.
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
Local Students – SGD 50
ASEAN – SGD 150
NON-ASEAN – SGD 400
Course Fees (subject to prevailing 9% GST) Note: The fee includes course fee, administrative, FPS Processing Fee and Application Fee
Local – SGD 6,850
ASEAN – SGD 6,950
NON-ASEAN – SGD 7,200
Modes of Payment
*The modes of payment available are cash, cheque, cashier’s order, Telegraphic Transfer or Bank Transfer
Course Fees (subject to prevailing GST 9%)
| Local Student (For Singaporean /PR/Work permit/ Employment Pass holders) |
ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
NON-ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
|
| Amount (S$) | Amount (S$) | Amount (S$) | |
| Course Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Administrative Fee | 1,650 | 1,650 | 1,650 |
| FPS Processing Fee | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | SGD 6,800 | SGD 6,800 | SGD 6,800 |
Payment Schedule
| Local Student (For Singaporean/PR/Work permit/ Employment Pass holders) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 50 |
| # | 1st Term ( 6 months ) | 3,400 |
| # | 2nd Term ( 6 months ) | 3,400 |
| Total | SGD 6,850 |
| ASEAN (Require Student pass) | Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 150 |
| # | 1st Term ( 6 months ) | 3,400 |
| # | 2nd Term ( 6 months ) | 3,400 |
| Total | SGD 6,950 | |
| NON-ASEAN (Require Student pass) | Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 400 |
| # | 1st Term (6 months) | 3,400 |
| # | 2nd Term (6 months) | 3,400 |
| Total | SGD 7,200 |
Miscellaneous and Non-refundable fees (If applicable)
| Purpose of Fee | Amount (S$) and When Payable |
| Late Student Pass Renewal processing Fee: i. Less than 14 days but more than 7 days before date of renewal ii. Less than 7 days to renewal date |
$10.00 $50.00 |
| ICA Student Pass Issuance (On Renewal) – Payable to ICA | $90.00 + $45.00 (ICA Processing Fee) |
| Resit Examination Fee | $300.00 (per module) |
| Appeal Fee | $100.00 (per module) |
| Progression Fee | $250.00 (per student) |
| Replacement of Genetic Student Card | $30.00 (per student) |
| Replacement of Diploma Certificate | $100.00 (each certificate) |
| Replacement of Transcript | $100.00 (per transcript) |
| Course Transfer Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Deferment Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Course Materials Fee | $600.00 to $1500.00 |
| Late Payment Fees (1 day after the scheduled due date(s)) | $100.00 |
| Re-Module (class arranged within the course duration and module time-table is within the semester scheduling) * This fee will be FPS protected |
$1000.00 |
| Airport Pickup Services | $120.00 |
All Miscellaneous Fees are subject to prevailing GST rates = GST 9%
All Miscellaneous Fees are non-refundable.
The Finance Department will process the refund request within 7 working days from the date of Refund
Our staff will contact you on admission matters afterwards.
