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2014-2015Prospectus

Bournemouth Business School International

www.bbsi.co.uk

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BBSI was founded in1992 and has achieveda reputation for providingboth specialised Englishand general Englishcourses for adult studentsand professionals fromaround the world.BBSI offers courses all year round in English language and a variety of popular academic and business related subjects. In addition to studyingspecialised subjects, students can opt to prepare for a range of academicand professional qualifications.

Courses include English Language, Business English, Vocational, University Foundation, Pre-Masters and Corporate Training. The minimumage is 18 years (20 years for Pre-Masters courses) and all classes have amaximum of 14 students.

BBSI occupies three prominent Victorian buildings in the centre ofBournemouth, a beautiful seaside resort on the south coast of England.

School capacity is around 300 students and facilities include:

n 23 classrooms, with either interactive Smartboard™, DVD, digital or CD equipment

n 2 fully networked computer zones

n Wi-Fi access throughout the school

n Student common room, with TV & refreshments

n Learning Resource Centre, including lending & reference library

n Garden & patio area

n Parking areas for bicycles

BBSI is certified with the National Quality Assurance ISO 9001 standard.BBSI is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English, and is a member of English UK, Business English UK and IALC. BBSI holds anNCFE Investing in Quality (IIQ) Licence for its specialised courses. NCFE accreditation provides assurance that the content of a training course is of a high standard and meets the standards of a national awarding organisation.BBSI is also an Authorised Preparation Centre for certain Cambridge Englishexaminations, and an Approved Centre for the Institute of Leadership &Management (ILM).

Accommodation choices

n Standard homestay

n Executive homestay

n Student residence

n Hotel residence

Social programme

n Excursions

n Pub visits

n Coffee and conversation

n Lectures on culture

n Football/volleyball

n Film club

Included in your course

n Tuition

n Online study support

n Accommodation placement service

n Induction

n Entry test

n Use of school PCs

n Use of learning resource centre

n Wi-Fi

n Some social programme activities

n Welfare

n End of course certificate

n Regular teacher tutorials

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Contents Entry Level Duration Page No(minimum level)

Academic Summary & Course Entry Levels 4

English Language Courses 6

General English .............................................................................................................................................Elementary...........................1-50 weeks ..............................6English & IELTS [Academic] Preparation...............................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks ..............................7

Business English Courses 8

Communication & Business Skills...........................................................................................................Intermediate ........................4-8 weeks ................................8English for Business ....................................................................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................1-32 weeks ..............................9

Specialised Courses 10

Vocational Courses 11

Management, Leadership & Human Resources.................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................12Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ...........................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................13Finance & Financial Services ....................................................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................14Legal Studies .................................................................................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................15Hospitality Management & Tourism........................................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................16Science, Mathematics & IT........................................................................................................................Pre-Intermediate................4-50 weeks............................17

University Pathways 18

University Foundation Courses 20


Pre-Masters Courses 26


Corporate Training Courses 32

International Diplomatic Protocol / Etiquette & Protocol By arrangement 33Global & Conflict Studies / Foreign Policy & Global Politics / Event Management By arrangement 34Management / Human Resource Management / Project Management / Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) / Training Management By arrangement 35Aviation English / Maritime English / Military English By arrangement 37Logistics: Purchasing / Supply Chain Management / Warehousing & Warehouse Management By arrangement 39

Summer Business Courses – 29 June to 21 August 2015 40

English for Business ....................................................................................................................................Pre-intermediate ................1-32 weeks............................40Management / Management & Business Skills ..................................................................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................41Marketing / Marketing & Business Skills...............................................................................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................42Finance / Finance & Business Skills.......................................................................................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................43Legal Studies / Legal Studies & Business Skills.................................................................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................44Hospitality & Tourism / Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skills ......................................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................45Science, Mathematics & IT / Science, Mathematics, IT & Business Skills ................................Intermediate ........................1-8 weeks ..............................46

Professional Accrediting & Associated Bodies 47

Accommodation & Welfare 48

Location 49

Sports, Leisure & Recreation 50


Academic Summary and Course Entry LevelsTeaching Methodology

BBSI’s aims are to encourage students’ responsibility for their own learning,and to develop their language within real-life contexts.

In general English courses the emphasis is on improving language skills across allfour skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) with an emphasis on effectivecommunication. These courses offer a blended learning approach; classroomteaching includes the use of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) on our Moodleplatform, myBBSI. This allows students the flexibility to access a wide range of activities to meet their needs and interests, both in school and at home. The VLEalso enables our teachers to closely monitor progress and to provide targeted work to challenge and support each individual student.

On specialised courses, students learn about key language, concepts and theorieswithin their subject through the medium of English. Students are able to focus onlearning the terms, study skills and communication skills that will help them in theircareer or in higher education. The emphasis is on learner independence, which involves the students in research and collaborative tasks both inside and outsidethe classroom, strengthened by a bank of course materials and study support onour VLE, myBBSI. Those who choose to progress to university have the advantageof academic study skills, as well as specific knowledge about their studying subject,to put them ahead of their peers.

BBSI Awards

All students receive BBSI certification on successful completion of their course. Courses of four weeks or more are graded at the level of Pass, Credit or Distinction (see table below).

GRADING GRADE RESULTS SKILLS & ABILITIES FOUNDATION TARGETS

DISTINCTION 80% and above High level of communication and fluency of expression; ability to Foundation grade sought express complex concepts and knowledge within a chosen field, by top universitiesplus a range of other academic disciplines; ability to study independently at graduate level

CREDIT 65-79% Sound level of communication skills; ability to express concepts 70% sought by most UK and knowledge within a chosen field; ability to study independently universitiesat graduate level

PASS 50-64% Ability to communicate clearly and to express concepts and knowledge within a chosen field; ability to study at graduate level

FAIL below 50%

ACADEMIC ASSESSMENT &PROGRESS MONITORING

Students take an entry test on arrival at BBSIand are then placed in appropriate classes.

Academic achievement is measured by means ofcontinuous assessment on all courses. As part of their studies, students are set a range of tasksto demonstrate their progress and understanding,including essays, reports, meeting role-plays,presentations and academic assignments. Weaim for high academic standards and we allocatean appropriate final grade on BBSI awards. Regular student tutorials are an important part of the feedback process, so students are awareof the progress they are making, and how best to improve.

ACADEMIC STAFF

The emphasis at BBSI is on high-qualityprofessional teaching.

We employ full-time native-speaker level teachers, as well as part-time teachers and freelance specialists. All our teachers have one or more English teaching qualifications, and the majority of our teachers have degrees and other qualifications, as well as appropriate and relevant professional experience which they have gained in their respective fields.

Note: BBSI students are expected to attend 100% of their lessons; 90% minimum is required for Distinction and Credit grades.


External Recognition

BBSI courses are accredited for the teaching of English by the British Council.

BBSI holds the NCFE Investing in Quality (IIQ) licence, which gives formalrecognition to our specialised and tailored courses.

Students who successfully complete a BBSI Vocational, University Foundation or Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate, Diploma, or Extended Diploma course, will also receive a certificate from the national awarding body, NCFE, for the 16-week specialised elements of the course.

BBSI is also an Approved Centre for the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM).

BBSI Vocational, University Foundation or Pre-Masters courses in Management,Leadership & HR benefit from ILM educational approval, through which studentswho successfully complete four full modules can achieve an ILM Parchment on completion of their studies (in order to qualify for the ILM Parchment, students mayneed to study for more than eight weeks. The ILM Parchment fee is not included inthe BBSI course fees).

Class Size

All classes have a maximum size of 14 students.

Additional Fees

A book fee is charged on all courses to cover the cost of books and othermaterials and media.

Fees for external examinations are not included in the BBSI course fees but arepublished on our website. Additional study workshops can be booked on a weeklybasis during the course (additional fees would apply).

BBSI Course Entry Levels and English Language Test Comparison

TEST NAME

LESSON TIMES

Lessons are timetabled Monday to Friday,in sessions of two 45-minute lessons,within the study periods detailed in thetable below.

Students receive a personal timetable on arrivalat BBSI, and class times are published weeklywithin the school.

School Opens 0815

Session 1 0900-1030

Break

Session 2 1045-1215

Lunch Break

Session 3 1315-1445

Break

Session 4 1500-1630

School Closes 1700

COUNCIL OF EUROPEFRAMEWORK (CEFR)BBSI Minimum Course Entry Levels

BBSI Online Test (taken before booking)IELTS [Academic]equivalentCambridge English Tests (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE)Cambridge English: Business (BEC)

Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)

Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)

0 - 5 6 - 35 36 - 50 51 - 65 66 - 80 81+

1.0 - 2.5 3.0 3.5 - 4.5 5.0 - 6.0 6.5 - 7.0 7.5+

KET KET PET FCE CAE CPE

– – BEC Preliminary BEC Vantage BEC Higher –

– – – ICFE Pass B2 ICFE Pass C1 –

– – – ILEC Pass B2 ILEC Pass C1 –

A1(Beginner)

A2(Elementary)

GE20GE24GE30

B1 (Pre-Intermediate)

EIP30, EIP40, EFB

Extended DiplomaCourses (Vocational, Foundation or Pre-Masters)

B2(Intermediate)

GE40, CBS

Certificate Courses(Vocational or Pre-Masters)

Higher-Certificate Courses(Vocational or Pre-Masters)

Diploma Courses (Vocational, Foundation or Pre-Masters)

Summer Business Courses

C1 (Upper-Intermediate)

C2(Advanced)


General EnglishBBSI General English courses are flexible, allowing students to join at anytime during the year, for any number of weeks. We offer a choice of fourstudy programmes to suit all needs.

Students can choose general English as their only course, or can use it as preparation for other courses at BBSI. Our General English courses all include access to MacMillan English Campus via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).The VLE offers students the flexibility to learn on their own terms, within a personalised environment, with immediate access to their chosen course.

Course Content

GE 20: 20 lessons weekly in English language, to include:grammar & functions, vocabulary development, reading & writing skills, speaking, listening & pronunciation skills


4 lessons weekly of additional speaking, reading, listening & writing skills


10 lessons weekly, selected from one of the following:English Language Workshop (ELW)preparation for the Cambridge English: First (FCE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Business (BEC) examination


10 lessons weekly, selected from one of the following:English Language Workshop (ELW)preparation for the Cambridge English: First (FCE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Business (BEC) examination

10 lessons weekly of discussion, current affairs & UK culture

COURSE DETAILSCourse Codes: GE 20, GE 24, GE 30 or GE 40

Course Duration: 1-50 weeks

Minimum Entry Level: Elementary (equivalent to CEFR A2)

Range of Levels:

GE 20 – CEFR A2-C1GE 24 – CEFR A2-C1GE 30 – CEFR A2-C1GE 40 – CEFR B2-C1

Entry Dates: Weekly

Award: BBSI Certificate in General English

Course Structure:

GE 20 – 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly


GE 30 – 30 lessons (22.5 hours) weekly


Available Options with GE 30 & GE 40 (depending on language level):

English Language Workshop (ELW)

Cambridge English: First (FCE)

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)

Cambridge English: Business (BEC)

For full course details including weekly syllabus visit www.bbsi.co.uk

MINIMUM AGE: 18 years

Visa Students: The BBSI General English courses can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, an 11-monthStudent Visitor Visa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Tier 4 students will be automatically enrolled for a Cambridge English examination as part of their course (additional fees will apply).

English Language Courses




Visa Students: The BBSI English & IELTS courses can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, an 11-monthStudent Visitor Visa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Tier 4 students will be automatically enrolled for the IELTS examination as part of their course (additional fees will apply).

English & IELTS [Academic]PreparationBBSI English & IELTS* Preparation courses are flexible, allowing studentsto join at any time during the year. We offer a choice of either 30 or 40 lessons per week. IELTS preparation at BBSI is for the academic formatof the exam. Students’ language levels are assessed on arrival and theyare placed in appropriate classes.

These courses include extensive language development and preparation forthe IELTS examination. They are suitable for those who are planning to take this international qualification to verify their language skills for entry to university, college of further education, or for future employment.

The IELTS examination is held monthly in Bournemouth and can be booked at BBSI with a minimum of 6 weeks' notice (examination fees are not included in theBBSI course fees).

Course Content

EIP 30: 20 lessons weekly in English language, to include:grammar & functions, vocabulary development, reading & writing skills, speaking, listening & pronunciation skills

10 lessons weekly in IELTS examination preparation

EIP 40: 20 lessons weekly in English language, to include:grammar & functions, vocabulary development, reading & writing skills, speaking, listening & pronunciation skills

20 lessons weekly in IELTS examination preparation

COURSE DETAILSCourse Codes: EIP 30 or EIP 40


Minimum Entry Level: Intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B1/IELTS 4.5)

Range of Levels: CEFR B1-C1

Entry Dates: Weekly

Award: BBSI Certificate in English & IELTS [Academic] Preparation

Optional External Award: IELTS [Academic] (examinations held monthly, additional fees apply)

Course Structure:

EIP 30 – 30 lessons (22.5 hours) weekly

EIP 40 – 40 lessons (30 hours) weekly

English Language Courses

*IELTS is the preferred English language assessment method for universities in English-speakingcountries worldwide, and is widely accepted by employers as proof of English level.

COURSE DETAILSCourse Code: CBS



Entry Dates: Weekly

Awards: BBSI Certificate in Communication &Business Skills

NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills (full 8 week course only)

Course Structure: 34 lessons

(25.5 hours) weekly

Available Options with CBS (depending on language level):






Communication & Business SkillsCommunication & Business Skills is designed as an introduction to business language and terms in English, as well as the concepts andcommunication skills used in the international workplace.

The course is a challenging step-up from general English study. It includes team-workin meetings, negotiations and presentations, and helps students who are new tobusiness studies to prepare assignments and reports to a professional standard.

Course Content

CBS: 20 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills

4 lessons weekly in Professional Skills

10 lessons weekly selected from one of the following:English Language Workshop (ELW)preparation for the Cambridge English: First (FCE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Business (BEC) examination

Communication & Business Skills topics include:

Business Skills

n business discussion n presentation skills

n meetings: managing & participating n negotiation skills

n interview skills n effective telephoning

n meetings: agenda & minutes n effective report writing

n business correspondence

Business Topics

n introduction to business n management

n contemporary global issues n marketing

n communication & the workplace n money & the future

n ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility n business travel

Professional Skills topics include:

n note-taking n reading & summarising

n networking n thinking critically

n presenting professional views n using business jargon

n managing change & conflict n managing difficult situations



Visa Students: The BBSI Comunication & Business Skillscourse can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa or a Tier 4 General Student Visa (full 8 week course only).

Business English Courses




Visa Students: The BBSI English for Business course can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, an 11-monthStudent Visitor Visa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Tier 4 students will be automatically enrolled for a CambridgeEnglish examination as part of their course (additional fees will apply).

English for BusinessThe English for Business courses provide practice in the forms of Englishused by professionals in their workplace. It is available at two different levels and can be studied for between 1-32 weeks, depending on English ability.

The course includes English grammar, vocabulary and skills practice, as well asbusiness simulations such as meetings, telephoning, negotiations and presentations.Lessons will help students build confidence in using their English in professionaland social scenarios. The course is suitable for learners of English who are working in, or studying, business at a variety of levels and experience.

Course Content

EFB 30: 20 lessons weekly in English for Business

10 lessons weekly selected from one of the following:English Language Workshop (ELW)

preparation for the Cambridge English: First (FCE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) examinationpreparation for the Cambridge English: Business (BEC) examination

English for Business topics include:

Management

n assessing success

n project management

n management styles

n management qualities

Finance

n emerging markets

n numbers & trends

n venture capitalism

n financial terms

COURSE DETAILSCourse Code: EFB 30


Minimum Entry Level: Pre-Intermediate(equivalent to CEFR B1/IELTS 4.5)

Entry Dates:Weekly

Award: BBSI Certificate in English for Business

Course Structure: 30 lessons (22.5 hours) weekly

Available Options with EFB 30 (depending on language level):





International Sales & Trade

n global branding

n outsourcing

n fair trade

n free trade

General Business

n building relationships

n networking

n negotiating

n business idioms

Marketing

n the marketing mix

n viral marketing

n rebranding

n sponsorship

Business English Courses



Specialised CoursesBBSI offers a range of specialised courses. These courses are available in three different formats to enable students to choose the style of coursemost suited to their personal needs and future objectives:

Vocational Courses

Vocational courses are designed for students wishing to improve their professional skills and knowledge for their career, before returning to their country to work. The courses contain lessons in:

n specialised subject

n English language

n professional skills

University Foundation CoursesUniversity foundation courses are designed for students wishing to prepare for a first degree at a UK university. The courses contain lessons in:


n IELTS examination preparation

n academic study skills

Pre-Masters CoursesPre-Masters courses are designed for students wishing to prepare for a postgraduate course in the UK. The courses contain lessons in:


n IELTS examination preparation

n advanced study skills

The Vocational, University Foundation, and Pre-Masters courses all cover the samespecialised topics within each subject, allowing students from all three coursetypes to study together and benefit from each others’ knowledge and experience.

The course types then differ within the supplementary parts of the course. Bychoosing the most appropriate course type for their future needs, students can ‘tailor’ their studies to best suit their requirements.

SPECIALISED COURSE SUBJECTSSpecialised courses are available in the following subjects:

n Management, Leadership & Human Resources

n Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

n Finance & Financial Services

n Legal Studies

n Hospitality Management & Tourism

n Science, Mathematics & IT

Specialised Courses




Visa Students: Vocational Certificate, Higher-Certificate orDiploma courses can be studied on a 6-month Student VisitorVisa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. The Extended Diplomacourse must be studied on a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Tier 4 students who book for less than 16 weeks will be automatically enrolled for a Cambridge English examinationas part of their course (additional fees will apply).

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE Course Duration: 16-23 weeks

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in specialised subject4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English language

Vocational CoursesBBSI vocational courses are designed for students at an intermediate to advanced level of English, wishing to improve their professional skillsand knowledge for their careers, before returning to their country to work. Students can study our vocational courses for as little as four weeks, at any time of the year.

Previous knowledge of the subject may be helpful, but is not required. Students will study certain concepts and learn specific communication skills associated withcareers in their chosen subject.

All BBSI Vocational courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly and are availableyear-round as Certificate, Higher-Certificate or Diploma study options (an ExtendedDiploma is also available for those who need additional English language supportbefore starting the Diploma syllabus). Entry to these courses is flexible, allowingstudents to join on most Mondays throughout the year.

BBSI vocational courses are available in the following subjects:

n Management, Leadership & Human Resources (VMB)Includes preparation for ILM

n Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations (VMP)

n Finance & Financial Services (VFS)Includes preparation for ICFE

n Legal Studies (VLS)Includes preparation for ILEC

n Hospitality Management & Tourism (VHT)

n Science, Mathematics & IT (VMT)

External Accreditation

Students who pass the vocational Higher-Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diplomacourses will receive additional certification from the national awarding body, NCFE,to demonstrate to employers their knowledge and skills.

For further information regarding NCFE awards, see page 47 and refer to the NCFE website at www.ncfe.org.uk.

CERTIFICATECourse Duration: 4-15 weeks

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in specialised subject4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English language

DIPLOMA Course Duration: 24 weeks

Term 120 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except VMT course)

4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English language

Terms 2 & 3 (Terms 1, 2 & 3 for VMT course)20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in specialised subject4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English language

EXTENDED DIPLOMA Course Duration: 28-50 weeks

Phase 1 (4-26 weeks)30 lessons (15 hours) weekly in English language4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in writing skills

Phase 2 (24 weeks)

Term 120 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except VMT course)

4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English Language

Terms 2 & 3 (Terms 1, 2 & 3 for VMT course)20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in specialised subject4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in professional skills10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in English Language

Vocational Courses

*Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM)BBSI is an ILM Approved Centre. These courses benefit from ILM educational approval,through which students who successfully complete four full modules can achieve an ILMParchment on completion of their studies (optional, additional fees would apply).

n leadership &management styles

n time management

n health & safety

n planning & conducting interviews

n HR planning

n the recruitment & selection process

n groups & teams in business

n management by objectives

n the training & development process

Management, Leadership &Human ResourcesBBSI vocational courses in Management, Leadership & HR enable studentsto study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skillsassociated with careers in management and business.

These vocational courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly and benefit from ILM* educational approval, through which our students can achieve an ILM Parchment on successful completion of their studies.

Course EntryFlexible, most Mondays throughout the year.

Course Content(the number of topics covered depends on the duration and dates of study)

Specialised Topics (20 lessons/15 hours weekly):

Professional Skills (4 lessons/3 hours weekly):


n networking n using business jargon

n thinking critically n presenting professional views

n managing conflict & change n managing difficult situations

English Language (10 lessons/7.5 hours weekly):Students can select one option

n English Language Workshop (ELW) n Cambridge English: First (FCE)

n Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) n Cambridge English: Business (BEC)

n continuous professional development

n performance management

n workplace counselling

n discipline & grievance

n gathering & selecting data

n contract termination & redundancy

n stakeholder analysis

n customer service management

n management of change

n introduction to quality management

n pricing

n marketing tactics

n critical path analysis

n fixed, variable & total costs

n technology for resource planning

n analysing & evaluating data for decision-making

n communicating information, conclusions & decisions

DIPLOMA (D-VMB)Course Duration: 24 weeks

Course Structure: See page 11

Entry Level: Intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B2/IELTS 5.0)

Awards: BBSI Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VMB)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Management,Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VMB)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks


Entry Level: Pre-intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B1/IELTS 4.0)

Awards: BBSI Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

CERTIFICATE (C-VMB)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR



Visa Students: Certificate, Higher-Certificate or Diplomacourses can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. The Extended Diploma mustbe studied on a Tier 4 Visa. Tier 4 students who book for lessthan 16 weeks will be automatically enrolled for a CambridgeEnglish examination as part of their course (additional feeswill apply).


Vocational Courses

ApprovedCentre





DIPLOMA (D-VMP)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VMP)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VMP)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising& Public Relations

n nature of marketing

n brand & product management

n global marketing environment

n services marketing management

n pricing strategy

Marketing, Advertising & Public RelationsBBSI vocational courses in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with careers in marketing, advertising or public relations.

These vocational courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly.












CERTIFICATE (C-VMP)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

n understanding customer behaviour

n distribution management

n marketing research & information systems

n marketing planning & strategy

n market segmentation, targeting & positioning

n promotional tools: advertising, sales promotion, public relations & sponsorship

n promotional tools: database marketing, direct & internet marketing

Vocational Courses


*Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)The ICFE examination aims to help students of finance and finance professionals show that they have the financial English skills needed to communicate with other finance professionals.

Accountingn nature & role of accounting

n rights issues & scrip issues

n identifying user groups

n direct & indirect costs

n profit & loss account

n cost volume profit analysis

n balance sheet

n budgeting

n cash flow statement

n sources of business finance

n debtor management

n managing working capital

n financial ratios

Investmentn macroeconomic issues

n central banks

n types of business structure

n cash as an investment

n fixed interest securities

n equity finance

n mergers & takeovers

n collective or pooled investments

n property as an investment

n the work of a fund manager

n strategic & competition issues

n financial statements & ratios

Finance & Financial ServicesBBSI vocational courses in Finance & Financial Services enable studentsto study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skillsassociated with careers in finance and financial services.

These vocational courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparation forthe Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)* examination is included within the syllabus.



Specialised Topics (20 lessons/15 hours weekly):Topics marked with * are part of the ICFE syllabus

Professional Skills (4 lessons/3 hours weekly):n note-taking n reading & summarising







DIPLOMA (D-VFS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Finance & FinancialServices / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VFS)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Finance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VFS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Finance & FinancialServices / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

CERTIFICATE (C-VFS)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Finance & FinancialServices



n reading, writing, listening & speaking concentrating on financial English terminology*

n presenting arguments or expressing opinions on financial situations*

n asking questions or requesting clarification about financial information*

n producing letters, reports & interpreting fact-based correspondence*

Vocational Courses






*Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)The ILEC examination aims to help students of law and legalprofessionals show that they have the legal English skillsneeded to communicate with other legal professionals.

DIPLOMA (D-VLS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFECertificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VLS)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Legal Studies /NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VLS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFECertificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

n the common law system

n employment law

n international commercial law

n mergers & acquisitions

n reading activities*

n listening practice*

Legal StudiesBBSI vocational courses in Legal Studies enable students to study certainconcepts and learn specific English communication skills associated withcareers in law and legal services.

These vocational courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparation forthe Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)* examination is included within the syllabus.



Specialised Topics (20 lessons/15 hours weekly):Topics marked with * are part of the ILEC syllabus









CERTIFICATE (C-VLS)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Legal Studies

n EU law

n sale of goods law

n company law

n property law

n contract law

n vocabulary activities*

n agency law

n communicating with clients*

n insolvency law

n intellectual property law

Vocational Courses





DIPLOMA (D-VHT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VHT)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VHT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

n structure of the accommodation industry

n hotel front office

n customer service

n the economics of tourism

n the role of the tour operator

Hospitality Management & TourismBBSI vocational courses in Hospitality Management & Tourism enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with careers in tourism or the hospitality industry.













CERTIFICATE (C-VHT)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

n marketing of packagetours

n the travel industry

n tourism chain of distribution

n travel agency operations

n marketing the tourist product

n HR management

n health, hygiene & fire safety

n conference & banqueting operations

n sustainable tourism

Vocational Courses


Science

n force & effect

n atmospheric pollution

n research methods

n electromagnetic waves

n industrial chemistry

n chemical reactions

n properties of materials

n electricity

n electrolysis

n energy & power

n earthquakes

Science, Mathematics & ITBBSI vocational courses in Science, Mathematics & IT enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with careers in technology, engineering and industry.













Mathematics

n linear regression analysis

n statistics & probability theory

n graphs of functions

n algebra

n sequences & series

n angles, bearings & maps

n differentiation & stationary points

n motion & vectors

n trigonometry

n integration

IT

n databases & SQL

n web design with HTML

n object-oriented programming with Java

n Microsoft Office™applications

n computer architecture

n binary system

n data security

n network protocols

n operating systems

n multimedia

DIPLOMA (D-VMT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Science, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-VMT)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Higher-Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science,Mathematics & IT

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-VMT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Diploma in Science, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT

CERTIFICATE (C-VMT)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT




Vocational Courses


BBSI University Pathways (University Foundation and Pre-Masters Courses)

Since 1995, BBSI has helped to place well over 400 of its successful students on degree courses at over 80 different universities in the UK, on a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Full detailscan be downloaded from our website.

BBSI foundation and pre-Masters courses are designed for students wishing toprepare for a first degree or postgraduate degree at a UK university. Entry to thesecourses is flexible, allowing students to join on most Mondays throughout the year.Previous knowledge of the subject may be helpful, but is not required.

University Foundation courses are available as a Diploma study option.

Pre-Masters courses are available as Certificate, Higher-Certificate or Diplomastudy options.

Extended Diplomas (foundation and pre-Masters) are also available for those whoneed additional English language support before starting the specialised syllabus.

UK University Placement & Progression CounsellingThe BBSI counsellor works closely with students on our foundation and pre-Masterscourses to establish their academic needs and monitor their progress throughouttheir course, supporting and guiding them through every stage of choosing and applying to university. Students will benefit from the following:

n one-to-one counselling on the choice of universities

n assistance with the application procedure

n attendance at talks from visiting university staff

n assistance with handling university correspondence

n visits to university campuses

n guidance on writing a personal statement

n guidance on preparing for an interview

n academic references

All foundation or pre-Masters students who successfully complete a Diplomacourse are assured of a conditional offer of a university place before graduatingfrom BBSI (the final choice of university will depend on their final BBSI coursegrade, their IELTS level, and previous high school grades or first degree).

External AccreditationStudents who pass the university pathway Higher-Certificate, Diploma or ExtendedDiploma courses will receive additional certification from the national awardingbody, NCFE, to demonstrate to employers their knowledge and skills.

For further information regarding NCFE awards, see Page 47 and refer to the NCFE website at www.ncfe.org.uk.

UK universities that have accepted BBSI graduates include:

Aston

Bath

Bedfordshire

Birmingham

Bournemouth

Bradford

Brighton

Bristol

Buckingham

Cambridge

Cardiff

Cardiff Metropolitan

Central Lancashire

Coventry

Cranfield

Derby

Dundee

Edinburgh

Essex

Exeter

Glasgow

Greenwich

Heriot-Watt, Edinburgh

Hertfordshire

Hull

Imperial College

Keele

Kent

Kent Institute

King’s College London

Kingston

Lancaster

Leeds

Leeds Metropolitan

Leicester

Liverpool

Liverpool John Moores

London (City)

London Metropolitan

London School of Economics

Loughborough

Luton

Manchester

Manchester Metropolitan

Middlesex

Napier

Newcastle

North London

Northumbria

Nottingham

Nottingham Trent

Oxford Brookes

Plymouth

Portsmouth

Queen Margaret (Edinburgh)

Queen Mary (London)

Reading

Royal Holloway

Salford

Sheffield

Sheffield Hallam

South Bank

Southampton

Southampton Solent

Stirling

Stratford

Strathclyde

Sunderland

Surrey

Sussex

Swansea

Teesside

Thames Valley

University CollegeLondon

Wales (Bangor)

Wales (Swansea)

Warwick

West of England (Bristol)

Westminster

Winchester

York

University Pathways

University Pathway Course StructuresAll BBSI university foundation and pre-Masters courses include 34 lessons(25.5 hours) weekly.


Foundation Courses

Diploma (24 weeks)

Term 1

n 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except UMT course)

n 4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in academic study skills

n 10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in IELTS examination preparation

Terms 2 & 3(Terms 1, 2 & 3 for UMT course)

n 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in specialised subjects



Extended Diploma (28-50 weeks)

Phase 1 (4-26 weeks)

n 30 lessons (15 hours) weekly in English language

n 4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in writing skills

Phase 2

Term 1

n 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except UMT course)



Terms 2 & 3(Terms 1, 2 & 3 for UMT course)


n 4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in advanced study skills


Pre-Masters Courses

Certificate (4-15 weeks) & Higher-Certificate (16-23 weeks)




Diploma (24 weeks)

Term 1

n 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except PMT course)



Terms 2 & 3(Terms 1, 2 & 3 for PMT course)




Extended Diploma (28-50 weeks)

Phase 1 (4-26 weeks)

n 30 lessons (15 hours) weekly in English language

n 4 lessons (3 hours) weekly in writing skills

Phase 2

Term 1

n 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in communication and business skills (except PMT course)



Terms 2 & 3(Terms 1, 2 & 3 for PMT course)




Visa Students: The University Pathway Certificate, Higher-Certificate or Diploma courses can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, or a Tier 4 General StudentVisa. The Extended Diploma course must be studied on a Tier 4 General Student Visa.

Visa students preparing to enter a degree course at a UK university, after completing their foundation or pre-masterscourse at BBSI, will be required to apply for a new visa fortheir university study, and to achieve a minimum level ofIELTS 5.5 in all four skills, or equivalent.

Pre-Masters Assignment: As part of their pre-Masterscourse, students will be required to complete a pre-Mastersassignment. Students must pass this assignment in order toachieve a pre-Masters award.

All BBSI university foundation courses arerecognised by Bournemouth University.

UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION & PRE-MASTERS COURSES BBSI foundation and pre-Masters courses areavailable in the following subjects:

Management, Leadership & Human Resources (UMB or PMB)Includes preparation for ILM

Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations (UMP or PMP)

Finance & Financial Services (UFS or PFS) Includes preparation for ICFE

Legal Studies (ULS or PLS)

Includes preparation for ILEC

Hospitality Management & Tourism (UHT or PHT)

Science, Mathematics & IT (UMT or PMT)

Minimum Entry Level: Pre-intermediate (equivalent to IELTS 4.0 / CEFR B1)

MINIMUM AGE:FOUNDATION COURSES: 18 yearsPRE-MASTERS COURSES: 20 years

University Pathways


n leadership & management styles

n time management

n health & safety


n HR planning

n the recruitment & selection process




Management, Leadership & Human ResourcesBBSI university foundation courses in Management, Leadership & HR enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further undergraduate study in management and related business subjects.

These university foundation courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly andbenefit from ILM* educational approval, through which our students can achieve an ILM Parchment on successful completion of their studies.




Academic Study Skills (4 lessons/3 hours weekly):

n listening to lectures n locating information within academic texts

n avoiding plagiarism n contributing to seminars

n taking notes n giving effective presentations

IELTS Examination Preparation (10 lessons/7.5 hours weekly):

IELTS is the preferred English language assessment for universities in English-speaking countries worldwide. All foundation courses include extensive IELTS examination preparation.(For those who choose to take the IELTS examination, additional fees would apply).

The BBSI Guarantee

All university foundation students who successfully complete their course are assured of a conditional offer of a university place before graduating from BBSI (see page 18 for further details).

n continuous professionaldevelopment










n pricing

n marketing tactics








Visa Students: University Foundation Diploma courses can be studied on a 6-month Student Visitor Visa, or Tier 4General Student Visa. The Extended Diploma must be studied on a Tier 4 Visa.

DIPLOMA (D-UMB)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-UMB)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR


University Pathways: University Foundation Courses

ApprovedCentre






n pricing strategy


Marketing, Advertising & Public RelationsBBSI university foundation courses in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations enable students to study certain concepts and learn specificEnglish communication skills associated with further undergraduate studyin marketing, advertising or public relations.

These university foundation courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly.










The BBSI Guarantee











DIPLOMA (D-UMP)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma inMarketing, Advertising & Public Relations / NCFECertificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-UMP)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations /NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising& Public Relations





DIPLOMA (D-UFS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma inFinance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-UFS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma inFinance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services


*Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)The ICFE examination aims to help students of finance and finance professionals show that they have the financial English skills needed to communicate with other finance professionals.

Finance & Financial ServicesBBSI university foundation courses in Finance & Financial Services enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further undergraduatestudy in finance and financial services.

These university foundation courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparation for the Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)* examination is includedwithin the syllabus.










The BBSI Guarantee



Accounting

n nature & role of accounting






n balance sheet

n budgeting



n debtor management


n financial ratios

Investment

n macroeconomic issues

n central banks




n equity finance














DIPLOMA (D-ULS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-ULS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies




n employment law





Legal StudiesBBSI university foundation courses in Legal Studies enable students tostudy certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further undergraduate study in law and legal services.

These university foundation courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparationfor the Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)* examination is included within the syllabus.










The BBSI Guarantee


n EU law

n sale of goods law

n company law

n property law

n contract law


n agency law


n insolvency law






n customer service



Hospitality Management & TourismBBSI university foundation courses in Hospitality Management & Tourismenable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further undergraduate study in tourism or the hospitality industry.











The BBSI Guarantee







n HR management







DIPLOMA (D-UHT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFECertificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-UHT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFECertificate in Communication & Business Skills /NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism


Science, Mathematics & ITBBSI university foundation courses in Science, Mathematics & IT enablestudents to study certain concepts and learn specific English communicationskills associated with further undergraduate study in technology, engineering and industry.











The BBSI Guarantee






DIPLOMA (D-UMT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma inScience, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate inScience, Mathematics & IT

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-UMT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI University Foundation Diploma inScience, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate inScience, Mathematics & IT

Science

n force & effect


n research methods





n electricity

n electrolysis

n energy & power

n earthquakes

Mathematics




n algebra




n motion & vectors

n trigonometry

n integration

IT

n databases & SQL





n binary system

n data security

n network protocols

n operating systems

n multimedia




n leadership & management styles

n time management

n health & safety


n HR planning

n the recruitment &selection process














n pricing

n marketing tactics






Management, Leadership & Human ResourcesBBSI pre-Masters courses in Management, Leadership & HR enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further postgraduate study in management and business.

These pre-Masters courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly and benefit from ILM* educational approval, through which our students can achieve an ILMParchment on successful completion of their studies.




Advanced Study Skills (4 lessons/3 hours weekly):

n listening to lectures n avoiding plagiarism

n contributing to seminars n researching effectively

n thinking critically n learning independently

IELTS Examination Preparation (10 lessons/7.5 hours weekly): All pre-Masters courses include extensive IELTS examination preparation. (For those who choose to take the IELTS examination, additional fees would apply).

The BBSI GuaranteeAll pre-Masters students who successfully complete a Diploma course (including pre-Masters assignment) are assured of a conditional offer of a university place before graduating from BBSI (see page 18 for further details). Full details of theirfirst degree must be provided to BBSI on enrolment.

DIPLOMA (D-PMB)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PMB)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PMB)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Management, Leadership & HR / NCFE Certificate in Communication & BusinessSkills / NCFE Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR

CERTIFICATE (C-PMB)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Management, Leadership & HR



Visa Students: Pre-Masters Certificate, Higher-Certificate orDiploma courses can be studied on a 6-month Student VisitorVisa, or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. The Extended Diplomamust be studied on a Tier 4 Visa. Tier 4 students who bookfor less than 16 weeks will be automatically enrolled for theIELTS examination as part of their course (additional fees will apply).

University Pathways: Pre-Masters Courses

ApprovedCentre


DIPLOMA (D-PMP)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Marketing,Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PMP)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PMP)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Marketing,Advertising & Public Relations / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations





n pricing strategy


Marketing, Advertising & Public RelationsBBSI pre-Masters courses in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relationsenable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further postgraduate study in marketing, advertising or public relations.

These pre-Masters courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly.










CERTIFICATE (C-PMP)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations


















Finance & Financial ServicesBBSI pre-Masters courses in Finance & Financial Services enable studentsto study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skillsassociated with further postgraduate study in finance and financial services.

These pre-Masters courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparation forthe Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)* examination is included within the syllabus.



Specialised Topics (20 lessons/15 hours weekly):Topics marked with * are part of the ICFE syllabus

DIPLOMA (D-PFS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Finance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PFS)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Finance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate inFinance & Financial Services

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PFS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Finance & Financial Services / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services

CERTIFICATE (C-PFS)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Finance & Financial Services




*Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)The ICFE examination aims to help students of finance and finance professionals show that they have the financial Englishskills needed to communicate with other finance professionals.


Accounting

n nature & role of accounting






n balance sheet

n budgeting



n debtor management


n financial ratios

Investment

n macroeconomic issues

n central banks




n equity finance













n employment law





Legal StudiesBBSI pre-Masters courses in Legal Studies enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further postgraduate study in law and legal services.

These pre-Masters courses include 34 lessons (25.5 hours) weekly. Preparation forthe Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)* examination is included within the syllabus.








IELTS Examination Preparation (10 lessons/7.5 hours weekly): All pre-Masters courses include extensive IELTS examination preparation (for those who choose to take the IELTS examination, additional fees would apply).


n EU law

n sale of goods law

n company law

n property law

n contract law


n agency law


n insolvency law






DIPLOMA (D-PLS)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PLS)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate inLegal Studies / NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PLS)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Legal Studies / NCFE Certificate in Communication &Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies

CERTIFICATE (C-PLS)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Legal Studies



DIPLOMA (D-PHT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in HospitalityManagement & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PHT)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PHT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in HospitalityManagement & Tourism / NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills / NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism



n customer service



Hospitality Management & TourismBBSI pre-Masters courses in Hospitality Management & Tourism enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skills associated with further postgraduate study in tourism or the hospitality industry.











CERTIFICATE (C-PHT)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Award: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism






n HR management















Science, Mathematics & ITBBSI pre-Masters courses in Science, Mathematics & IT enable students to study certain concepts and learn specific English communication skillsassociated with further postgraduate study in technology, engineering and industry.





DIPLOMA (D-PMT)Course Duration: 24 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Science,Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science,Mathematics & IT

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE (HC-PMT)Course Duration: 16-23 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT

EXTENDED DIPLOMA (ED-PMT)Course Duration: 28-50 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Science,Mathematics & IT / NCFE Certificate in Science,Mathematics & IT

CERTIFICATE (C-PMT)Course Duration: 4-15 weeks



Awards: BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Science,Mathematics & IT




Science

n force & effect


n research methods





n electricity

n electrolysis

n energy & power

n earthquakes

Mathematics




n algebra




n motion & vectors

n trigonometry

n integration

IT

n databases & SQL





n binary system

n data security

n network protocols

n operating systems

n multimedia


Corporate Training Courses in the UK (at BBSI)

BBSI offers a range of corporate training courses and has conducted tailored training for many different types of corporate organisations, ministries and other government agencies over the last 20 years.

Training is delivered according to the requirements of individual sponsors. All training is delivered in the medium of English and course durations depend on the English language levels of trainees and their previous experience. An entrylevel of Intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B2/IELTS 5.5) is generally recommended.Corporate training is normally offered for sponsored groups of trainees, but we alsooffer training for individuals. Courses can be planned either on a short-term intensivebasis, or to supplement longer courses that include business or other professionaltopics. Corporate Training courses include:

Professional Short Courses & Seminars (in own country)

In association with experienced trainers andspecialists in their fields, BBSI offers cutting-edge, competency-based training on a widerange of topics.

Special emphasis is placed on current best practiceand up-to-the-minute techniques. These short 3-10day courses are held in trainees’ own countries andare designed to assist organisations to implementstrategies to enhance organisational performanceand personnel skills among their staff.

Professional Short Training Courses areavailable in:

n Management & Leadership

n Human Resource Management & Training

n Project Management

n Customer Care & Public Relations

n Management in the Medical Profession

n Administration

n Contracts, Purchasing & Inventory

n Information Technology & Networking

n Finance & Budgeting

n Sales & Marketing

n Tourism & Hospitality Management

Technical Courses are available in:

n Mechanical Engineering

n Maintenance & Reliability

n Instrumentation & Process Control

n Electrical Engineering

n Contracts & Projects

n Oil & Gas Industry

n Health, Safety & Security

n Logistics & Transport

Clients will need to provide BBSI with details of training needs. The duration of the course will depend on the degree of specialisation and theamount of content to be included. Clients will be responsible for providing suitable in-house or in-country training facilities, and for meeting thecosts of tuition fees, and the tutor’s expenses(ie international travel, food, accommodation and local travel).

Application for a Training Proposal. Sponsors or trainees should contact BBSI [email protected], with the following details:

BBSI will then respond in writing with a detailed, comprehensive, tailored trainingproposal and quotation.

n number of trainees

n specific aspects of training to be covered

n duration of training required & dates

n professional background & academic qualifications of trainees

n any language training requirements

n training objectives

n International Diplomatic Protocol

n Etiquette & Protocol

n Global & Conflict Studies

n Foreign Policy & Global Politics

n Management

n Human Resource Management

n Training Management

n Project Management

n Corporate Social Responsibility

n Event Management

n Military English Training

n Aviation English Training

n Maritime English Training

n Logistics: Warehousing &Warehouse Management

n Logistics: Supply Chain Management

n Logistics: Purchasing

Corporate Training Courses


To request a training proposalplease e-mail [email protected]


International Diplomatic ProtocolInternational Diplomatic Protocol training can be designed for those employed in the Diplomatic and Intelligence Services, or for those generally involved with VIP protocol at government level.

Training focuses on International Diplomatic Protocol, Public Administration, Formal/Social Etiquette and Forms of Address, as well as the necessary management and professional communication skills required to function in an international role.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, with topics typically chosen from the following:

n diplomatic service organisation & function n government-to-government communications

n summaries, reports & appreciations n international relations

n diplomatic communications n international diplomacy

n ceremonial & protocol n world politics

n visits & delegation n world economics

n administrative functions n interpol & international intelligence

n conferences & meetings n democratic processes

n social etiquette n facts, opinions & their presentation

n forms of address n international defence studies

Cultural & Professional Visits. BBSI can provide a cultural and professional excursion programme on request.

Excursions are integrated into the course, providing valuable practical experience, and typically include part-day or full-day visits to relevantplaces of interest (all visits are subject to availability). Examples of visits arranged for previous groups include:

n Foreign and Commonwealth Office n Buckingham Palace

n Banqueting Rooms, London n Houses of Parliament

n Office of the Remembrancer, London n The Guildhall, London

n Dorset Chamber of Commerce & Industry n Bournemouth Local Authority & Borough Council

n Cabinet War Rooms n International Media Institutions

Etiquette & ProtocolEtiquette and Protocol training can be designed for those seeking employment, or in junior or mid-level positions, within the Diplomatic Services. Training focuses on the professional communication skills required to function in an international role.


n ceremonial & protocol n social etiquette

n visits & delegations n event planning

n administrative functions n forms of address

n conferences & meetings n facts, opinions & their presentation

n initialising, planning & controlling n summaries, reports & appreciations


To request a training proposal please [email protected]


Global & Conflict Studies, Foreign Policy & Global PoliticsIn addition to training for those employed in the Diplomatic Services, BBSI also offers courses in defined aspects of diplomacy,particularly for those newer recruits to this field of work, in areas such as Global & Conflict Studies, Foreign Policy & Global Politics.

Typically, courses aim to enable trainees to develop their knowledge of terms and concepts and to return to thier places of work with a betterunderstanding of history and current practice.


Global & Conflict Studiesn international defence studies

n trends in conflict

n conflict resolution

n peace building

n revolutionary upheavals in the Third World

n the promotion of Human Rights

n security & violence in global politics

n international relations & international diplomacy

n physical & documentary security

n the history of conflict

n arms proliferation [the Arms Trade]

n conflicts by type, 1946-2005

Foreign Policy n world politics; how states formulate & implement foreign policy

n government to government communications

n the role of NGOs in peace & conflict

n leadership & foreign policy

n poverty; Third World challenge & its impact

n ethics, economics & commercial factors

n Human Rights

n the role of states & internationalorganisations (NGOs)

n effects of the current economic downturn & its impact

Global Politics n UK governance & structure

n international organisations; the institutions of global governance

n EU political structure

n political models; capitalism, democracy & equality

n globalisation since 9/11

n democratic processes

n global impact of Middle East conflicts

n structure of government

n global warming & energy management

n local, national & international politics &the media

n international law


Event Management Event management training can be specially tailored on a broad range of topics, suited to employees who are new to the roleof organising corporate hospitality and events within international companies. It focuses on the cultural and practical aspectsof organising successful events.

Typically, courses aim to enable trainees to develop their knowledge of terms and concepts, and to return to their place of work with ideas forimplementing best practice.


n site survey

n client service

n budget drafting cash flow management

n supply chain management

n procurement

n scheduling

n site design

n technical design

n health & safety

n first aid

n technical services (video, audio, lighting)

n environmental & ecological management

n risk management

n logistics & vehicle selection

n law & licenses



ManagementBBSI offers a broad range of training for both new and more experienced managers wanting to develop their skills.

The management of others is one of the biggest challenges of a manager’s role, and training can be planned either on a short-term intensivebasis, or to supplement longer courses in other business areas. Typically, courses aim to enable trainees to develop their knowledge of termsand concepts and to return to their places of work with ideas for implementing best practice.


n introduction to management & leadership

n developing individuals & teams

n managing & communicating information

n improving team performance

n meeting stakeholder needs

n identifying & improving your own leadership style


n introduction to business finance

n dealing with poor performance

n health & safety management

n maintaining quality standards

n information-based decision making

n resource planning

n critical path analysisn conducting a management project

n human resource development

n managing recruitment & selection

The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), part of City and Guilds, is Europe’s largest independent Leadership & Management awarding body. BBSI is an ILM Approved Centre. The year-round BBSI management programmes benefit from ILM educational approval, through which students who successfullycomplete four full modules can achieve an ILM Parchment on successful completion of their studies (ILM Parchment fee is not included in the BBSI course fees).

Human Resource Management (HRM)BBSI offers tailored training courses for international managers and HR managers who wish to develop their knowledge of HRM.

Typically, courses aim to enable trainees to return to their place of work with ideas and practical plans for implementing best practice. On completion, trainees will have a good knowledge of activities, strategies, policies and procedures, and will have developed a range ofpractical tools and techniques for managing personnel at work.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, and sponsors can plan their training by choosingfrom any of the following HR topics:

n organisations: structure, culture & changen performance management

n conditions of work & remuneration

n training & development

n staffing, recruitment & selection

n employee relations & communication



ApprovedCentre


Project ManagementBBSI offers tailored training courses for international managers from a wide range of organisations who wish to develop theirknowledge of the practical issues of planning, directing, monitoring and measuring the success of projects.

Courses aim to enable trainees to return to their place of work with ideas for implementing best practice. On completion, trainees will have agood knowledge of strategies, policies and procedures for managing successful projects.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, and sponsors can plan their training by choosingfrom any of the following project management topics:

n identifying needs

n change management, barriers to change & conflict management

n identifying & managing stakeholders

n measurement & control

n organisation & preparation

n effective communications

n skills to costing/effective resource planning

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Companies now work to demonstrate ethics; commitment to the community, the environment and their stakeholders. BBSI offers tailored courses for international managers, who wish to develop their knowledge of CSR.

Courses aim to enable participants to return to their place of work with ideas and practical plans for implementing best practice. On completionof their course, trainees will have a good knowledge of CSR activities, strategies, policies and procedures, and will have developed a range ofideas for implementing CSR policy within their company.


n the benefits of a CSR policy

n community

n leadership values & ethics

n clients, suppliers & business partners

n environment & climate change

n case studies

n sustainability


Training ManagementBBSI arranges specially tailored training for HR departments, focusing on the training role, particularly for those new to this area.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, and sponsors can plan their training by choosingfrom any of the following training management topics:

n training needs identification & analysis

n applying training needs identification & analysis

n identifiying current training needs

n designing the training & development programme

n training objectives

n on-the-job training

n planning activity sessions

n evaluating the training programme

n evaluating training & development programmes



Aviation EnglishBBSI offers tailored Aviation English training courses for pilots and ATCOs. Our courses conform to ICAO guidelines can bestructured to meet the precise requirements of individual sponsors.

Course Content & StructureGeneral English. The general English language elements aim to enhance confidence in all four language skills through extensive practice.

Aviation English. Training focuses on aviation language development in context. We include necessary elements of pronunciation, structure,vocabulary, fluency, comprehension and interaction. We address standard, non-standard and unusual phraseology, terminology and vocabulary.Students examine case studies, where the use of incorrect language either led to disaster, or exacerbated a dangerous situation.

Practice Activities. Practice activities include role-play, simulations, aircraft emergencies, bomb threats, alerts, contingency actions and special requests. We utilise case studies and study audio of actual incident and occurrence reports, where poor English, or use of non-standardradio phraseology, was a contributing factor.

Specialised Content. Specialised content includes a full inventory of events, domains and sub-domains that characterise the day-to-day communications of air traffic controllers and pilots.

Functionality. Emphasis is placed on speaking and listening skills, with continual practice in context. We study authentic broadcasts and examples of aircraft emergencies that relate to non-routine radio phraseology, unusual requests and aircraft incidents.

TestingBBSI can arrange Aviation English testing at an external examining centre, upon request. The test would incur an additional fee.

Maritime EnglishBBSI offers specially tailored Maritime English training courses, on a broad range of topics.

Courses aim to enable trainees to develop their knowledge of terms and concepts, and return to their places of work with improved communication skills.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, and sponsors can plan their training by choosing from any of the following:

n the modern port

n the ship

n loading

n leaving port

n in the fairway

n mayday

n changing the watch

n survival in an emergency

n helicopter rescue

n trespassing

n bouyage systems

n rules of the road

n collision avoidance

n shapes & navigation lights

n port operations

n shipping & maritime

n cargo space & handling

n vessel types

n engine room

n port state control

n SMCP standard marine

n communication phrases

n VTS vessel traffic services

n ice navigation

n meteorology & weather

n radio communication

n radio medical




Military EnglishBBSI Military English training is designed to prepare potential NATO staff officers for their roles in the NATO Alliance and forUN peacekeeping appointments. Our courses are both stimulating and wide-ranging in their delivery and content.

Language development is achieved through active participation in practical course work. Training is fully supported by authentic discussion ofcurrent affairs, written communication and military planning activities.

We focus on creating an understanding of the functional communication skills necessary to enable trainees to subsequently establish themselves in international appointments with ease and confidence. Our training is suitable for military officers, diplomatic staff, civil servantsand intelligence officers. Our military English courses include excursions to professional and cultural places of interest. Many former trainees arecurrently serving in senior NATO and UN appointments.

Specialised ContentThe colloquial, operational and specialised content will depend on the particular specialisation and will be selected, as necessary, from the following topics in functional military context:

Military Studiesn management; organisation; core functions

n medical support & mobility

n HQ & field-command structure

n hot-nation support

n defence policy, planning, management & PIP consultation

n interoperability & standardisation

n combined operations

n out-of-area commitments

n command, control, communications, computing & intelligence

n anti-terrorist/internal security operations

n infrastructure

n peace-support operations; strategic interactions; consent & legitimisation

n administration/financial management

n public information; dissemination, coordination of the media

n communication information systems

n politics, diplomacy & international protocol

n production, logistics & supply

UN Peacekeepingn principles; consent, impartiality, objectives& limitations

n planning, briefing & implementation

n rules of engagement

n management & budgeting of joint exercises

n legality, propriety & credibility

n UN intelligence, internal security & emergency-reaction forces

n force structures

n IFOR integration; participation of non-NATOnations

n negotiation, mediation, interposition, liaison& supervision

n SFOR command & control

n control measures, search & arrest

n participation of civil services

n community relations

n public information

n UN organisation & command structure




Logistics: Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing & Warehouse ManagementLogistics is becoming an increasingly important branch of management. Effective purchasing, supply chain management and warehouse management skills are vital to the operational health of an organisation.

BBSI has been providing training in these fields for some years, and can arrange specially tailored training on a broad range of topics.

Training Topics. The course content and structure is tailored to meet the needs of the client, and examples of specialist training topics are:

Purchasingn purchasing in the organisation structure

n purchasing & operations

n local, national & international factors: key purchasing variables

n contracts for purchasing; terms & conditions

n client & supplier relationships

n securing supply

n public private partnerships (PPP)

n tactical negotiation

n technological, environmental & legislative factors

n functional & operational objectives

n lowest price approach/most economical advantageous approach

n finance initiatives (PFI)

Supply Chain Managementn purchasing in the organisation structure

n functional & operational objectives

n key performance variables & performance monitoring

n evaluating suppliers & selection criteria

n client & supplier relationships/customer relationship management

n securing supply, forecasting

n TQM, benchmarking, best practice

n contracts & tactical negotiation

n finance initiatives (PFI)

n distribution

Warehousing & Warehouse Managementn the warehouse/stores function

n personnel management

n design of storage lay-outs, site selection

n stock control

n location systems, mechanical handling systems

n strategy & planning

n stock rotation, security & packaging

n TQM

n financial issues

n key purchasing variables; quality, quantity, time, price

n performance monitoring




English for BusinessThe summer English for Business courses provide practice in the forms of English used by professionals in their workplace. Students can chooseeither 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly, or the intensive course of 30 lessons(22.5 hours) weekly which includes additional business skills or Englishlanguage.

The courses include English grammar, vocabulary and skills practice, as well asbusiness simulations such as meetings, telephoning, negotiations and presentations.Lessons will help students build confidence in using their English in professionaland social scenarios. The courses are suitable for learners of English who are working in, or studying, business at a variety of levels and experience.

Course Content

EFB 20. 20 lessons weekly in English for Business

EFB 30. 20 lessons weekly in English for Business

10 lessons weekly selected from one of the following:

Business Skills (BS) (29 Jun-21 Aug 2015 only)


preparation for the Cambridge English: First (FCE) examination

preparation for the Cabridge English: Advanced (CAE) examination

preparation for the Cambridge English: Business (BEC) examination

English for Business topics include:

Management Marketing

n assessing success n the marketing mix

n project management n viral marketing

n management styles n rebranding

n management qualities n sponsorship

Finance International Sales & Trade

n emerging markets n global branding

n numbers & trends n outsourcing

n venture capitalism n fair trade

n financial terms n free trade

General Business

n building relationships

n networking

n negotiating

n business idioms



Summer Business Courses – 29 June to 21 August 2015

ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS (30 LESSONS)Course Code: EFB 30


Minimum Entry Level: Pre-intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B1/IELTS 4.5

Entry Dates: Weekly


Available Optios with EFB 30:(depending on language level)

Business Skills (BS) (29 Jun-21 Aug 2015 only)English Language Workshop (ELW)Cambridge English: First (FCE)Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)Cambridge English: Business (BEC)

ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS (20 LESSONS)Course Code: EFB 20


Minimum Entry Level: Pre-intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B1/IELTS 4.5)

Entry Dates: Weekly (29 Jun – 21 Aug 2015)



ManagementBBSI Summer Management courses are designed for both professionalsand students of business who have an interest in management and relatedsubjects, such as customer service, quality and communication. Thecourses are available throughout July and August each year and attract awide range of nationalities. The syllabus is based on both topics and skills.

Course Content

Specialised Topics: The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialisedtopics (for both the Management and the Management & Business Skills courses):

Managing & Communicating Information




Managing Support Activities


n marketing tactics

n pricing

Business Skills (30-lesson, Management & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering a range of businesstopics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support, corporate image andcareers. Skills practice includes:n CV writing n presentations

n meetings & discussion n problem-solving

n negotiating n effective business writing



Operations & Business Finance

n technology for resource planningn critical path analysis


Meeting Stakeholder Needs





MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: MBS


Minimum Entry Level: Intermediate (equivalent to CEFR B2/IELTS 5.5


Award: BBSI Certificate in Management & Business Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Management

10 lessons (7.5 hours) weekly in Business Skills

MANAGEMENTCourse Code: MAN




Award: BBSI Certificate in Management

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Management


MarketingBBSI Summer Marketing courses are designed for both professionals and students of business who have an interest in marketing and relatedsubjects, such as advertising, promotion, public relations and sales. Thecourses are available throughout July and August each year and attract awide range of nationalities. The syllabus is based on both topics and skills.

Specialised Topics: The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialisedtopics (for both the Marketing and the Marketing & Business Skills courses):

n services marketing managementn promotional tools: advertising, sales promotion, public relations & sponsorship

n promotional tools: database marketing, direct & digital marketing

n pricing strategy



Business Skills (30-lesson, Marketing & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering a range of businesstopics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support, corporate image andcareers. Skills practice includes:

n CV writing

n presentations

n meetings & discussion

n problem-solving

n negotiating

n effective business writing




MARKETING & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: MKS




Award: BBSI Certificate in Marketing & Business Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Marketing


MARKETINGCourse Code: MKT




Award: BBSI Certificate in Marketing

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weeklyin Marketing


FinanceBBSI Summer Finance courses are designed for both professionals andstudents of business who have an interest in finance and related subjects,such as economics, banking and investment. The courses are availablethroughout July and August each year and attract a wide range of nationalities.

The syllabus is based on both topics and skills and includes practice in the skills required for the *Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE) examination.

Course Content

Specialised Topics. The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialisedtopics (for both the Finance and the Finance & Business Skills courses):Topics marked with * are part of the ICFE syllabs.

Investment

n macroeconomic issues n central banks

n types of business structure n cash as an investment

n fixed interest securities n equity finance

n collective or pooled investments n the work of a fund manager






Business Skills (30-lesson, Finance & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering a range of businesstopics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support, corporate image andcareers. Skills practice includes:

n CV writing n presentations




MINIMUM AGE: 18 years*Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)The ICFE examination aims to help students of finance and finance professionals show thatthey have the financial English skills needed to communicate with other professionals.


FINANCE & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: FBS




Award: BBSI Certificate in Finance & Business Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Finance


FINANCECourse Code: FIN




Award: BBSI Certificate in Finance

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weeklyin Finance


Legal StudiesBBSI Summer Legal Studies courses are designed for both professionalsand students of business who have an interest in law and related subjects,such as financial crime, company law, and property law. The courses areavailable throughout July and August each year and attract a wide range of nationalities.

The syllabus is based on both topics and skills and includes practice in the skills required for the *Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC) examination.

Course ContentSpecialised Topics. The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialised topics (for both the Legal Studies and the Legal Studies & Business Skills courses):Topics marked with * are part of the ILEC syllabus.

n company law n intellectual property law

n competition law n property law

n mergers & acquisitions n financial terms & financial crime

n reading activities* n listening practice*

n vocabulary activities* n communicating with clients*

Business Skills (30-lesson, Legal Studies & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering a range of businesstopics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support, corporate image andcareers. Skills practice includes:

n CV writing n presentations





*Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC)The ILEC examination aims to help students of law and legal professionals show that they havethe legal English skills needed to communicate with other professionals.


LEGAL STUDIES & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: LBS




Award: BBSI Certificate in Legal Studies & Busi-ness Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Legal Studies


LEGAL STUDIESCourse Code: LAW



Entry Dates:Weekly (29 Jun – 21 Aug 2015)

Award: BBSI Certificate in Legal Studies

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weeklyin Legal Studies


Hospitality & TourismBBSI Summer Hospitality & Tourism courses are designed for both professionals and students of business who have an interest in hospitalitymanagement and related subjects, such as travel agencies, tour operations,catering and HR. The courses are available throughout July and Augusteach year and attract a wide range of nationalities. The syllabus is basedon both topics and skills.

Specialised Topics: The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialisedtopics (for both the Hospitality & Tourism and the Hospitality, Tourism & BusinessSkills courses):

n overview of the tourism industry




n tour operations


n HR management



Business Skills (30-lesson, Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering a range of businesstopics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support, corporate image andcareers. Skills practice includes:

n CV writing

n presentations


n problem-solving

n negotiating





HOSPITALITY, TOURISM & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: HBS




Award: BBSI Certificate in Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Hospitality & Tourism


HOSPITALITY & TOURISMCourse Code: HSP




Award: BBSI Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weeklyin Hospitality & Tourism


Science, Mathematics & ITBBSI Summer Science, Mathematics & IT courses are designed for bothprofessionals and students of technology, engineering and industry. Thecourses are available throughout July and August each year and attract awide range of nationalities. The syllabus is based on both topics and skills.

Course Content

Specialised Topics: The full 8-week syllabus includes the following specialised topics (for both the Science, Mathematics & IT and the Science,Mathematics, IT & Business Skills courses):

Sciencen electrolysis

n earthquakes



n robotics

n resonance

n pressure

Mathematicsn algebra

n differentiation

n stationary points

n integration

n trigonometry


ITn databases & SQLn operating systems

n binary system


n multimedia



Business Skills (30-lesson, Science, Mathematics, IT & Business Skills course only): The business skills option includes additional lessons covering arange of business topics such as leadership, culture, ethics, customer support,corporate image and careers. Skills practice includes:

n CV writing

n presentations


n problem-solving

n negotiating



SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS, IT & BUSINESS SKILLSCourse Code: SMS




Award: BBSI Certificate in Science, Mathematics, IT & Business Skills

Course Structure:

20 lessons (15 hours) weekly in Science, Mathematics & IT


SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & ITCourse Code: SMT




Award: BBSI Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT

Course Structure: 20 lessons (15 hours) weeklyin Science, Mathematics & IT


Professional Accrediting Bodies

Professional Associated BodiesEnglish UK is the largest representing body of English language schools in the world. English UK, in partnershipwith the British Council, operates the AccreditationUK scheme. English UK organises training annually for allmembers, in management, teaching, health and safety, welfare and other areas. The English UK complaints procedure also provides students with access to an independent ombudsman.

Business English UK is a Special Interest Group of English UK. It is an association of accredited centres thatfocus on providing business and professional English language training. All members commit to a charter ofquality ensuring a uniformity in service at all member centres.

IALC, established in 1983, is a world-wide association for quality assured independent language schools teaching languages where they are spoken. All schools with IALC membership are regularly inspected and monitored under the rigorous IALC Quality scheme. Membership is by invitation only. While each member ofIALC is independent and unique, each shares the highest commitment to professionalism and excellence in all aspects of service.

Bournemouth University recognises all BBSI University Foundation courses, with successful completion meeting the requirements for access to a wide range of UK university undergraduate courses.

The British Council, in partnership with English UK, forms a national accrediting body, AccreditationUK, for accredited schools, colleges and universities that provide English language courses. Inspections are carried outat least every four years.

NCFE is recognised as an awarding organisation by Ofqual, the qualification regulators for England, Wales andNorthern Ireland. NCFE accreditation assures that our specialised English courses are of a high standard. NCFEaccreditation also gives formal recognition to certain courses which result in the ‘award’ of a certificate ofachievement. NCFE certificate of achievement is not a nationally regulated qualification.

ISO accreditation gives BBSI the quality systems that provide the foundation to better customer satisfaction, staffmotivation and continual improvement. The ISO registration mark is an indication that BBSI undergoes regularinspections and meets the needs and expectations of its students in providing high quality and good value.

Cambridge English Language Assessment examinations are the world’s leading range of certificates for learners of English. BBSI is an Authorised Preparation Centre for the following Cambridge English examinations:FCE, CAE, BEC, ICFE, ILEC and IELTS. Cambridge English qualifications are widely recognised by employersand educational institutions worldwide.

The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), part of City & Guilds, is Europe’s largest independent leadership and management awarding body. The ILM qualifications aim to develop the core knowledge andpractical skills needed to manage, motivate and inspire others. BBSI is an ILM Approved Centre. The year-roundBBSI management courses benefit from ILM educational approval, through which our students can achieve anILM Parchment on successful completion of their studies (ILM Parchment fee is not included in the BBSI course fees).

Accredited by the

for the teaching of English


Accommodation and WelfareWe always recommend homestay as the most effective way for studentsto improve their English outside the school. Residential accommodationcan also be beneficial if students make the effort to talk to other residentsfrom different countries. If students prefer to stay in private accommodation,eg for family reasons, they should be aware that this may limit theirprogress in English.

Standard Homestay AccommodationBBSI standard homestay accommodation provides a single bedroom/study witha local host. Standard homestay is available on a part-board basis (breakfast andevening meal Monday-Friday and all meals at weekends), on a bed and breakfastbasis, or on a self-catering basis. Most rooms have internet connection. All homestays are inspected regularly to ensure that high standards of comfort,cleanliness, safety and catering are met and maintained.

Executive Homestay Accommodation BBSI executive homestay accommodation provides a more luxurious standard ofsingle bedroom/study with ensuite or private bathroom and internet connection.Executive homestay is available on a part-board basis (breakfast and eveningmeal Monday-Friday and all meals at weekends), on a bed and breakfast basis,or on a self-catering basis. All homestays are inspected regularly to ensure thathigh standards of comfort, cleanliness, safety and catering are met and maintained.

Residential AccommodationBBSI organises both student-style and hotel-style residential stays. Student-styleresidences are self-catering, with communal living/kitchen areas. Some student-style residences are available year-round, and there is also a special summer residence for July and August. Hotel-style residences can be booked on a room-only basis, with breakfast and dinner being available at some residences as anoption. Fees vary according to the location and room type, and are published onthe BBSI website at www.bbsi.co.uk

Guest Houses and HotelsBBSI can recommend a variety of guest houses and hotels close to our premisesthat would suit all budgets. Students can choose a room with or without privatebathroom, and breakfast is included. Dinner can also be provided on request.

The Outlook residence

Executive Homestay

Standard Homestay

WELFARE FACILITIES

BBSI staff have experience and understanding of the many different welfare and cultural needsof international students, and our staff have appropriate qualifications and training in welfare.Our policy is to provide and maintain a safe andhealthy environment for study. Welfare staff areon hand throughout normal school openinghours, and emergency staff are contactableat weekends and overnight.

Guidance on living and studying in the UK is also available from the British Council atwww.educationuk.org, and UKCISA provideshelpful advice for students at www.ukcisa.org.uk.


LocationBournemouth

Bournemouth is a holiday town with a reputation for being sophisticatedand vibrant. The town is a regional centre for commerce, with two universities, and is a unique and popular place to live and study throughout the year.

There is plenty of nightlife, with a wide range of quality entertainment, including cinemas, concerts, theatres, night clubs, bars and restaurants. Our shops cater for all tastes. Bournemouth is also famous for its seven miles of sandy beaches,beautiful parks and gardens, and its cosmopolitan atmosphere. There is also easyaccess to many regional cultural attractions. Bournemouth International Airport hasdaily flights to numerous UK and European destinations and there are sea ferriesfrom Poole to France, Spain and the Channel Islands.

SURROUNDING AREA

The beautiful coastal area to the east and west of Bournemouth is a designated World HeritageSite. To the west of Bournemouth lies the ancientport of Poole, situated within a vast natural harbour. Poole provides access to wildlife, deserted islands and beautiful landscapes.

TRAVEL DETAILS

Bournemouth is less than two hours travellingtime from London by coach, train or car. On their first morning at BBSI, students are welcomed to the school and given informationabout local services and facilities. Transport options are explained, including those bus routesbetween BBSI and the residential areas whereour homestay accommodation is located. Mostbus journeys between homestays and BBSI takebetween 10 and 20 minutes.

TRANSFER TO BOURNEMOUTH

We offer a transfer service from airports, seaports, and rail and coach stations to take students directly to their accommodation.

Train and coach services also operate intoBournemouth for those wishing to make theirown transfer arrangements.

Bournemouth Beach and Pier

Corfe Castle Bournemouth Gardens


Sports, Leisure and RecreationBBSI offers a selection of leisure, touristic, sports and social activities,both during the week and at weekends, to enhance our students’ enjoyment of their stay in the UK, including learning about the culture, history and daily lives of people living in the UK.

In designing our social programme, staff consider, among other factors, culturalbackground, age and religious faith. We aim to accommodate the varied preferencesof as many of our students as possible. Some events and activities are free of charge.For activities that incur entry fees and transport costs, a charge will be made.Weekend day trips are organised on our behalf by a third-party company, and theyprovide a tour guide on the trips. Activities include:

n weekend trips & cultural excursions to locations such as Stonehenge & the Jurassic Coast, and to cities such as London, Bath, Oxford & elsewhere

n sporting practice & events, such as football & volleyball

n pub or coffee shop visits

n ice-skating

n museum visits

n student parties

BBSI also offers regular opportunities for studentsto have additional access to teachers and othernative speakers, through the following free events:

n weekly coffee & conversation club

n lectures on topics of cultural interest

n film club afternoons

n skills & language workshops

A detailed BBSI social programme, includingfees, is published monthly in advance on theBBSI website and Facebook page. Details arealso made available to students in school, on noticeboards and at Reception. The school also provides information about events and activties which are arranged by other organisations wtihin the area.

Bournemouth’s Annual Air Festival

SOCIAL MEDIA

facebook.com/BBSIBournemouth

BBSI websitewww.bbsi.co.uk twitter.com/

BBSIBournemouth


BBSI Mission StatementBBSI is dedicated to developing and deliveringcourses in English languageand professional skills for international adult students. Our focus is on preparing our students either for their future careers or for further study in the UK, where English is a key requirement. Our aim is to offerour education and training in a professional and stimulating environment thatprovides the learner with the best possible support to achieve their goals. Ourteam of dedicated staff is committed to ensuring all aspects of life at BBSImeet students’ expectations.

www.bbsi.co.uk

Bournemouth Business School InternationalAvon House, 26-28 St Peter’s Road, Bournemouth BH1 2LW, EnglandTel: +44 (0) 1202 780777 E-mail: [email protected] Skype: bbsi-1, bbsi-2

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