UNDERGRADUATE HIGHER DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

AMERICAN HIGHER DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

AMERICAN QUALIFICATION- USA
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CALIFONIA, USA

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Program Overview

The Program will provide students with an overview of computer science. This overview will include data structures, mobile and web development, databases, software engineering, security and numerical methods.

Objectives

 Developing problem solving abilities using a computer.

 Building the necessary skill set and analytical abilities for developing computer based solutions for real life problems.

 Imbibing quality software development practices.

 To create awareness about process and product standards.

Computer Science

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

• COSC 111 - Introduction to Programming | 3 credits

• COSC 122 - Computer Programming II | 3 credits

• COSC 212 - Machine Architecture | 3 credits

• ENG 101 - Critical Reading and Writing | 3 credits

• ENG 110 - Writing in Organizations | 3 credits

Second Semester

• COSC 222 - Introduction to Discrete Structures | 3 credits

• COSC 330 - Principles of Computer Science | 3 credits

• COSC 342 - Distributed Systems | 3 credits

• COSC 368 - Introduction To Object Oriented Programming Using C++ | 3 credits

• COSC 222 - Computer Fluency | 3 credits

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 4 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of AI. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Program Overview

The Advanced Diploma in Business Administration is designed to equip students with a firm understanding of key concepts and practical skills required by employers. Program completion will advance employment opportunities or allow progression into the Bachelor in Business Administration.

Objectives

 Familiarize participants with advanced concepts of Business Management.

 Provide participants with practical skills that are essential for success in the increasingly competitive business sector.

 Enable participants to gain employment in outstanding local and international job vacancies.

 Deepen the use of analytic and intellectual skills to enhance decision making skills in dynamic business environments.

Business Administration Program

The advacned diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

• ECON 102 - Introduction to Macroeconomics | 3 credits

• BUS 243 - Customer Relationship Management | 3 credits

• Math 206 - College Algebra | 3 credits

• OMM 106 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits

• PSY 106 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits

Second Semester

• BUS 122 - Supply Chain Management | 3 credits

• STATS 231 - Quantitative Methods | 3 credits

• BUS 320 - Business Law | 3 credits

• BUS 288 - Business Psychology | 3 credits

• BUS 378 - New Venture Design | 3 credits

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of AI. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

NUTRITION

Program Overview

Nutrition is essential for growth and development, physical health, and emotional well-being. Behaviors to promote health should start early in life and continue through old age, with the development of healthy eating habits being of paramount importance.

Over the course of the last century, scientific breakthroughs have confirmed that dietary factors contribute substantially to the onset of preventable illness and premature death. However, as society has moved into the "Information Age," the proliferation of diet fads, food industry sales jargon, and dubious nutritional theories has left the general public confused, overwhelmed, and unable to optimize personal dietary habits.

Due to the growing demand for well-qualified dietary professionals, AI – Califonia, USA offers two comprehensive academic programs in Nutrition that will equip graduates with the knowledge needed to provide expert dietary advice for clients and patients.

Upon program completion, graduates will be certified Nutritional experts and can seek employment in various sectors including, but not limited to: health care, athletic training and nutrition, and dietary coaching.

Objectives

• To enable graduates to provide clear, concise, "no-nonsense" nutritional advice that will benefit clientele, patients, and the general public.

• To explore a variety of topics, including but not limited to: nutrient absorption, the digestive system, weight control and management, modern supplements, and dietary recommendations for diverse populations.

• To equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to properly advise clients on optimum nutritional habits and dietary program design.

Nutrition Program

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI- Califonia, USA. are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

• CHM 222 - Organic Chemistry II | 3 credits

• NFS 380 - Foundations and Techniques in Biochemistry | 3 credits

• OMM 106 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits

• PSY 106 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits

• Math 206 - College Algebra | 3 credits

Second Semester

• NFS 203 - Nutrition & Health | 3 credits

• NFS 213 - Introduction to Food Science | 3 credits

• NFS 323 - Human Nutrition | 3 credits

• NFS 423 - Macronutrient Metabolism | 3 credits

• NFS 421 - Human Nutrition: Micronutrients | 3 credits

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of AI- Califonia, USA. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

ICT

Program Overview

The program will introduce students to the technologies that handle information and enable communication. A key feature is the incorporation of industry certification courses as part of the curriculum. Students are provided with both a strong theoretical foundation as well as industry relevant skills in the various technologies related to ICT.

Objectives

• Providing students will skills and knowledge of IT systems

• Creating appropriate and professional information technology scenarios

Information and Communication Technology Program

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI Califonia, USA are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

• ITCP 201 - Programming and Object Oriented Concepts Using Java 2 | 3 credits

• COSC 122 - Computer Programming II | 3 credits

• ITCP 249 - Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 credits

• OMM 106 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits

• PSY 106 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits

Second Semester

• ITCP 212 - Modern System Design Foundations | 3 credits

• ITCP 230 - System Modeling in Object Oriented Design and Analysis | 3 credits

• ITCP 394 - Client Server Systems | 3 credits

• ITCP 381 - Information Security Management | 3 credits

• Math 206 - College Algebra | 3 credits

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of A I Califonia, USA.. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

Program Overview

This healthcare administration program gives the students understanding of healthcare systems, policy, research and management. It will also give them the ability to apply this knowledge to daily situations.

Objectives

• Understanding of health as a complex social construct

• Knowledge and respect the diverse values, beliefs, contributions, and health care needs of all populations and communities

• Understanding the importance of passion, commitment and enthusiasm for health care administration in a variety of settings including locally and globally

• Introducing students to the historical, theoretical, and practical framework of community development

• Understanding a broad overview of the health-care field and health issues, and explore the nature and causes of major health-care problems

Health Care Administration Program

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at UCO are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

• HCA 202 - Health Policy | 3 credits

• HCA 210 - Introduction to Epidemiology | 3 credits

• HCA 250 - Health Care Law | 3 credits

• OMM 106 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits

• PSY 106 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits

Second Semester

• HEAL 104 - Introduction to Human Health (II) | 3 credits

• HEAL 299 - Health Care Leadership | 3 credits

• HEAL 388 - Healthcare Decision Making | 3 credits

• HEAL 375 - Improvement, Creativity and Innovation | 3 credits

• Math 206 - College Algebra

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of UCO. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

PUBLIC HEALTH

Program Overview

The program will provide the studnet with a basic understanding of public health and insights into healthcare administration and delivery systems.

Objectives

• Apply fundamental public health strategies in assessment, planning and prevention to improve the health, safety and quality of life for people in their communities.

• Describe the fundamental social and behavioral frameworks in public health to identify health disparities and promote social justice

Public Health Program

First Semester

• PH 200 - Public and Global Health | 3 credits

• PH 240 - Introduction to Healthcare Management | 3 credits

• Math 206 - College Algebra | 3 credits

• OMM 106 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits

• PSY 106 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits

Second Semester

• PH 243 - Context of Healthcare Delivery | 3 credits

• PH 320 - Energy, Environment and Public Health | 3 credits

• PH 350 - Public Heath Toxicology | 3 credits

• PH 355 - Climate Change and Public Health | 3 credits

• PH 360 - Food Systems and Public Health | 3 credits

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Program Overview

The Community Development program will provide you with the theoretical knowledge and skills required for leadership in the community sector. You will learn to work in partnership with communities to build their capacity, resilience and self-determination.

Objectives

• Learners are expected to analyze the various theoretical frameworks and approaches in working with various stakeholders, within their own socio-political and economic contexts and in relation to their present and intended future involvements.

• Be able to appropriately and meaningfully translate development concepts and principles into strategic plans of action.

Community Development Program

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI- Califona, USA are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

Second Semester

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of AI- Califonia, USA. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

HIV AND AIDS MANAGEMENT

Program Overview

This HIV and AIDS Management program will provide health education and training for Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome HIV/AIDS. Health workers can learn about the cultural and community standards as well as the science involved in the spread, prevention, and the treatment of the two diseases. Using this knowledge, health workers will be able to create educational materials that are both scientifically accurate and culturally acceptable.

Objectives

• The symptoms and risk factors associated with HIV/AIDS.

• How these diseases are spread and the primary preventive measures to avoid becoming infected.

• The importance of maintaining and strengthening immunity among people living with HIV/AIDS.

• How to deliver informed and effective health promoting presentations.

• HIV and AIDS Management Program

The diploma and advanced diploma program is designed for those students seeking a two-year rather than four-year degree. The program stand alone but may also be the foundation for further study at the bachelor’s level. The program at AI, Califonia, USA are meant to be taken in four semesters and consist of 60 credit hours.

First Semester

Second Semester

Program duration: Two semesters. Each semester is 5 months long with approximately 40 hours per week.

Assessment methods: In order to complete the program successfully, students will be required to pass all subjects and achieve an overall passing grade.

Certification: To be awarded the certificate you must satisfactorily complete all written contributions. Successful students will receive a Certificate, awarded by the Board of Studies of AIES. A transcript detailing the course will be issued to successful students.

CONCORDIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY - USA

CIU LEVEL 5 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

BRITISH CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES

Year 2 of a Three-year UK Bachelor's degree

OTHM (REGULATED BY OFQUAL)

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Overview

Accounting and finance are at the very heart of business operations. From banking to manufacturing, from huge service industries to micro businesses, the ability to manage, plan and account for money is still the ultimate measure of business success and the key driver of growth.

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required by a middle manager in an organisation that may be involved in financial management, financial planning and control, financial reporting, taxation and people management.

Mandatory units

• The Accountant’s Environment (20 credits)

• Quantitative Methods (20 credits)

• Financial Accounting (20 credits)

• Management Accounting (20 credits)

• Management Concepts and Practice (20 credits)

• Business Economics (20 credits)

• Financial Management (20 credits)

• Financial Planning and Control (20 credits)

• Financial Reporting (20 credits)

• Taxation Principles and Practices (20 credits)

• People Management (20 credits)

• Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (20 credits)

Entry requirements

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant Level 4 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Course Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for building a career in a range of organisations. It designed to ensure each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.

This OTHM Level 04 & 05 Diploma in Business Management programme consists of a 12 module and a total of 240 credits.

Module

 Research and Academic Writing (20 credits)

 Business Environment (20 credits)

 Introduction to Business Communication (20 credits)

 Introduction to Quantitative Methods (20 credits)

 Introduction to Business Functions (20 credits)

 Introduction to Finance (20 credits)

 Human Resource Management (20 credits)

 Project Management (20 credits)

 Strategic Marketing (20 credits)

 Accounting for Managers (20 credits)

 Business Law (20 credits)

 Business Ethics (20 credits)

Entry Requirements:

Level 04:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre

regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide

evidence of English language competency.

Level 05:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre

regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide

evidence of English language competency.

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING MANAGEMENT

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Overview

The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is a teaching qualification which has a mandatory teaching/training practice requirement. It is an ‘in service’ qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England. All learners must have access to 100 hours of teaching and there must be a minimum of eight observations of practice, totalling a minimum of eight hours.

The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training qualification is to give the learner the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills needed to confirm occupational competence. This includes the planning and delivering of schemes of work and sessions, negotiation of individual goals, different teaching and learning strategies, communication issues and how to utilise a range of assessment practices. Additionally, optional units are available allowing the learner to explore areas directly relevant to their own teaching role.

The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is appropriate for teachers, tutors, trainers, lecturers and instructors who may be working within an FE college, Adult and Community Learning Centre. Learning Provider or for those delivering work-based training such as within voluntary, community, private and public organisations.

Mandatory units

• Principles, Theories and Practices of Education and Training (20 credits)

• Create Education and Training Programmes (20 credits)

• Engage Learners in the Education and Training Process (20 credits)

• Plan, Allocate and Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility (20 credits)

• Evaluate Education and Training Provision (20 credits)

• Reflect on and Maintain Own Skills and Practice in Education and Training (20 credits)

Mandatory units: Group A

• Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training (20 credits)

• Theories, principles and models in education and training (20 credits)

• Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training (20 credits

• Wider professional practice in education and training (15 credits)

Optional Units: Group B

• Develop and prepare resources for learning and development (6 credits)

• Develop learning and development programmes (6 credits)

• Equality and diversity (6 credits)

• Evaluating learning programmes (3 credits)

• Identify the learning needs of organisations (6 credits)

• Manage learning and development in groups (6 credits)

• Understanding and managing behaviours in a learning environment (6 credits)

• Action research (15 credits)

Entry requirements

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training qualification, learners must:

• Hold a relevant vocational and/or academic qualification of at least the level above that of their learners and ideally a minimum Level 3 qualification in his/her own area of specialism.

• Have access to 100 teaching practice hours during which learners have full responsibility for planning, delivering and assessing specific area/s of the institution’s provision.

• Minimum core of literacy, language, numeracy and ICT

• Learners must be 19 years old or older at the beginning of the course

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE MANAGEMENT

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Course Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a managerial level. This OTHM Level 04 & 05 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management programme consists of a 12 module and a total of 240 credits.

 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Professional Development in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Effective Communication in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Health and Safety in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Assessment Processes for Effective Health and Social Care Delivery 20 credits

 Managing Resources in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Partnership Working in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Safeguarding and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals 20 credits

 Health Improvement and Promotion of Well-being 20 credits

 Leading Teams in Health and Social Care 20 credits

 Providing Professional Supervision for Staff 20 credits

 Research in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Entry Requirements:

Level 04:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must

possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 diploma or equivalent recognized qualification

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.

Level 05:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must

possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 diploma or equivalent recognized qualification

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Course Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It is designed to ensure that each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of Information Technology, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.

This OTHM Level 04 & 05 Diploma in Information Technology programme consists of a 12 module and a total of

240 credits.

 Programming Foundations 20 credits

 Systems Analysis and Design 20 credits

 Web and Multimedia Applications 20 credits

 Computer and Network Technology 20 credits

 Software Development 20 credits

 Managing Business Information 20 credits

 Software Engineering 20 credits

 Database Systems 20 credits

 Advanced Systems Analysis and

 Design 20 credits

 Management Information Systems 20 credits

 Network Information Systems 20 credits

 IT Project Management 20 credits

Entry Requirements:

Level 04:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Diploma or equivalent

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide

evidence of English language competency.

Level 05:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in IT qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide

evidence of English language competency.

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is to develop learners’ understanding of theory and practice relating to their role in this sector. The qualification will provide learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective practitioner in the logistics and supply chain sector. The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team working. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within logistics and supply chain management.

Mandatory units

• Financial Accounting and Analysis (20 credits)

• Introduction to Models and Frameworks for Operations Management (20 credits)

• Management and Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)

• Introduction to Business Economics (20 credits)

• Introduction to Production and Operations Management (20 credits)

• Purchasing and E-Procurement (20 credits)

• Financial Accounting and Analysis (20 credits)

• Introduction to Models and Frameworks for Operations Management (20 credits)

• Management and Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)

• Introduction to Business Economics (20 credits)

• Introduction to Production and Operations Management (20 credits)

• Purchasing and E-Procurement (20 credits)

OTHM LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Online | On Campus

Duration : 12 Months

Course Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 & Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is to support learners’ development as managers within the tourism and hospitality industry. The qualification enables learners to develop their knowledge of theories applicable to management in the tourism and hospitality industry. It enables learners to make well-informed and confident decisions about the management of work areas in the tourism and hospitality industry. Successful completion of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

This OTHM Level 04 & 05 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme consists of a 12 module and a total of 240 credits.

 Tourism and Hospitality Business Management 20 credits

 Services Marketing and Customer Service 20 credits

 Accounting and Finance 20 credits

 Academic and Professional Development 20 credits

 Events Management 20 credits

 Development of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry 20 credits

 Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality 20 credits

 Marketing Management 20 credits

 Customer Relations Management 20 credits

 Operations Management 20 credits

 Finance Management 20 credits

 Human Resource Management 20 credits

Entry Requirements:

Level 04:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification, learners must

possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent

qualification

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the

delivery center regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must

provide evidence of English language competency.

Level 05:

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification, learners must

possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent qualification

• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the

delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must

provide evidence of English language competency.

QUALIFI (REGULATED BY OFQUAL) UK

Final year of UK University Honours Degree

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

Course Overview

The Qualification provides comprehensive coverage of the issues, challenges and disciplines growth organisations or business start-ups face. Learners who want to make a success of their own business venture or to develop their skills in promoting or creating growth in organisations will gain significantly from this qualification. The inspired student or entrepreneur will gain valuable insights into the characteristics, skills, resources and tools required to drive a growing organisation or business start-up forward. Learners will be required to be proactive and engage with businesses that have growth strategies or start-ups with ambition. Learners will be expected to create ideas and plans that support their personal business goals or those of organisations that they are involved with.

Units

• Entrepreneurship, Enterprise and Creativity

• Influences on Organisational Growth and Development

• Venture Management – Growing a Business

• Marketing for Growth Organisations

• Developing and Launching a New Business

• Social Enterprise and Third Sector Organisations

Entry Requirements

• Learners who possess Qualifications at Level 3 and/or 4;

• Learners who have work experience and demonstrate drive and ambition to start their own business, or work in business development;

• Learners who possess a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their own business or shift careers.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Entrepreneur

 „ Development Manager

 „ Business Analyst

 „ Marketing Manager

 „ Retail Manager

 „ Public Relations Manager

 „ Assistant Manager

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Course Overview

The Qualification deals with complex and challenging organisational issues and opportunities. The units are closely linked to current day real world and work challenges and the Qualification will test and develop student’s workplace experience and abilities. The Qualification will require learners to make judgments and provide creative and practical solutions and ways of responding to organisational challenges and problems. An action based approach will be sought and learners who have strong motivation to progress in their chosen career and business pathway will gain significantly from the qualification.

Units

• Responding to the Changing Business Environment

• Effective Decision Making

• Business Development

• Business Models and Growing Organisations

• Customer Management

• Risk Management and Organisations

Entry Requirements

• Learners who possess Qualifications at Level 3 and/or 4;

• Learners who have work experience at a managerial level and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

• Learners who possess a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their careers in business.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Operations Manager

 „ Account Manager

 „ Financial Analyst

 „ Marketing Manager

 „ Sales Manager

 „ Business Analyst

 „ Assistant Manager

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Course Overview

The Qualification has been created to develop and reward the business health and social care workers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the health and social care sector. The rationale of the programmes is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their management and care capabilities within the health and social care sector.

Units

• Principles Underpinning Health and Social Care

• The Management of Quality in Health and Social Care

• Research Project

• Partnership working in Health and Social Care

• Working with Service users with Complex Needs

Entry Requirements

• Learners who possess Qualifications at Level 3 and/or 4;

• Learners who have work experience at a managerial level and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

• Learners who possess a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their careers in health and social care or business.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Social Care Worker

 „ Personal Assistant

 „ Health Care Assistant

 „ Community Development

 „ Health administration

 „ Charity Officer

 „ Nursing

HOSPITALITY AND CATERING

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT

Course Overview

The qualification deals with complex and challenging organisational issues and opportunities. The units are closely linked to current day real world and work challenges and the qualification will test and develop learners’ workplace experience and abilities.

The qualification will require learners to make judgements and provide creative and practical solutions and ways of responding to organisational challenges and problems. An action based approach will be sought and learners who have strong motivation to progress in their chosen career and business pathway will gain significantly from the qualification. The Level 5 units are also designed to dove-tail into a top-up undergraduate year at a UK University.

Units

• Tourism Destination Management

• Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality Management

• Cultural Tourism Management

• Research Project

Entry Requirements

• qualifications at Level 3 and/or 4;

• work experience at a managerial level and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

• a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their careers hospitality and tourism management.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Resort Manager

 „ Restaurant Manager

 „ Event Manager

 „ Wedding Coordinator

 „ Cabin Crew

 „ Tour Manager

 „ Tourism Officer

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Course Overview

The rationale for the qualification is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles n the IT industry, notably in .NET programming, system administration and network security. Learners will also learn about entrepreneurship in a techno environment. The qualification is flexible in that it offers elective choices of networking, web design or e-commerce – the latter being much in demand in modern business.

The technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the qualification are required and recognised internationally. The diploma is accredited at Level 5 and has a total equivalence of 120 credits.

Units

Core Units

• Technopreneurship

• Network Security

• C#.NET Programming

• System Administration

Elective Units

• Network Routing and Switching

• Network Design and Administration

• Content Management Systems

• Web Design

• Business to Business (B2B) E-commerce

• Business to Consumer (B2C) E-commerce

Entry Requirements

Entry to the qualifications will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 4 for example any Qualifi Level 4 or similar vocational awards;

• spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;

• seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas ofemployment include:

 „ IT Consultant

 „ Software Engineer

 „ Web Developer

 „ IT Technician

 „ Cloud Architect

 „ Systems Analyst

 „ Network Engineer

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN IT – NETWORKING

Course Overview

Units

Core Units

• Technopreneurship

• Network Security

• C#.NET Programming

• System Administration

Elective Units

• Network Routing and Switching

• Network Design and Administration

Entry Requirements

Entry to the qualifications will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 4 for example any Qualifi Level 4 or similar vocational awards;

• spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;

• seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Network Engineer

 „ IT Consultant

 „ Software Engineer

 „ Web Developer

 „ IT Technician

 „ Cloud Architect

 „ Systems Analyst

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN IT – WEB DESIGN

Course Overview

Units

Core Units

• Technopreneurship

• Network Security

• C#.NET Programming

• System Administration

Elective Units

• Content Management Systems

• Web Design

Entry Requirements

Entry to the qualifications will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 4 for example any Qualifi Level 4 or similar vocational awards;

• spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;

• seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Network Engineer

 „ IT Consultant

 „ Software Engineer

 „ Web Developer

 „ IT Technician

 „ Cloud Architect

 „ Systems Analyst

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN IT – E-COMMERCE

Course Overview

Units

Core Units

• Technopreneurship

• Network Security

• C#.NET Programming

• System Administration

Elective Units

• Business to Business (B2B) E-commerce

• Business to Consumer (B2C) E-commerce

Entry Requirements

Entry to the qualifications will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 4 for example any Qualifi Level 4 or similar vocational awards;

• spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;

• seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Network Engineer

 „ IT Consultant

 „ Software Engineer

 „ Web Developer

 „ IT Technician

 „ Cloud Architect

 „ Systems Analyst

CYBER SECURITY

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN CYBER SECURITY

Overview Course

The qualification has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. The Diploma is accredited at Level 5 with a total equivalence of 120 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing this Level 5 programme will progress to a university Level 6 Top-Up programme in the risk field management.

Units

Mandatory

• Cryptography

• Digital Investigations and Forensics

• Communications and Incident Management

• Strategic Leadership

Entry Requirements

• Learners who possess qualifications at Level 4 and/or;

• Learners who have some technical and risk management work experience in a computing or security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

• Learners who possess a Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in cyber security and/or risk management.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ Security Consultant

 „ IT Security Analyst

 „ Ethical Hackers

 „ Computer Forensics

 „ Penetration Tester

 „ Security Systems Administrator

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING

COURSE OVERVIEW

This qualification has been created for learners who wish to become fully qualified as further education teachers, with the possibility of gaining the professional status of Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).This Level 5 Diploma offers an opportunity for career development as Colleges and other places of further education and many other sector employers generally require this level of qualification or at least a commitment to gain this upon employment.

This teaching qualification covers most curriculum areas within further education. The qualification comprises a combination of mandatory and optional units and has to comply with the Guidance for Qualifications in Education and Training November 2016.

Units

Mandatory Units

• Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training

• Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training

• Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training

• Professional Practice in Education and Training

Optional Units

• Action Research

• Develop and Prepare Resources for Learning and Development

• Developing, using and organising resources in a specialist area

• Equality and Diversity

• Inclusive Practice

• Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment

• Manage Learning and Development in Groups

• Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment

Entry Requirements

• This qualification is designed for learners aged 19 and above. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Teaching. Centres are responsible for ensuring that this qualification is appropriate for the age and ability of learners.

• The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be assessed on an individual basis.

• Applicants for the Diploma in Education and Teaching need to be qualified and or experienced in the subject which they intend to teach. Those intending to teach academic subjects would usually be expected to have a degree in their subject specialism. Those intending to teach in professional or vocational areas would usually be expected to have a professional or industry qualification and/or substantial experience of working in their respective sector.

• There are no firm rules regarding prior qualifications in maths or English. It would be expected that applicants have sufficient personal skills to complete the academic and other requirements for the programme. Applicants will also need to be able to support their learners at the appropriate levels whilst delivering their subject specialism.

• Applicants need to demonstrate the potential to study at minimum academic Level 5 – the same level of study as the second year of a degree course. There is also requirement for a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice which must include working with groups and different practice requirements for each unit in this qualification.

TEACHING AND COACHING

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING PRACTICE (TEFL) (THE TEFL ACADEMY

Course Overview

The qualification has been created to contribute to the professionalism of the global TEFL industry. The programme is designed to develop the academic and professional skills and qualities needed to develop as an effective EFL teacher.

The Qualifi Level 5 Teaching Practice (TEFL) 9 The TEFL Academy) Certificate is designed for new teachers who have completed the Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL Academy). The aim is to support novice teachers in their practice through a series of reflection and self-evaluation tasks.

Units

• Fundamentals of TEFL Practice

Entry Requirements

• This qualification is designed for new teachers who have completed the Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL Academy).

• In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) is recommended.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ English teacher

 „ Volunteer teacher

 „ Private tutor

 „ Administrator

 „ School counselor

 „ Curriculum designer

 „ Librarian

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TEFL) (THE TEFL ACADEMY)

Course Overview

The Level 5 programme will require learners to gain a sufficient understanding of language systems and commonly used teaching approaches to embark on a career in TEFL. The qualification will enable learners to become independent, novice teachers with the tools to plan appropriate lessons and courses for their students without support if necessary. The optional (unaccredited) short follow on courses allow our learners to select a teaching specialisation if they wish to.

Units

• An Introduction to Lesson Planning

• Teaching English Vocabulary

• Teaching Pronunciation

• Understanding English Grammar

• Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading

• Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing

• Teaching English Grammar

• History of the English Language and English Language Teaching

• Teaching Materials and Aids and Classroom Management Strategies

• The Effective use of Resources for TEFL

Entry Requirements

• This qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. There are no entrance requirements.

• In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) is recommended.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

 „ English teacher

 „ Volunteer teacher

 „ Private tutor

 „ Administrator

 „ School counselor

 „ Curriculum designer

 „ Librarian

LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE WITH PRACTICE (CERTTEFL) (THE TEFL ACADEMY)

Course Overview

The Qualification has been created to contribute to the professionalism of the global TEFL industry. The programme is designed to develop the academic and professional skills and qualities needed to begin a career as an EFL teacher.The Level 5 programme will require learners to gain a sufficient understanding of language systems and commonly used teaching approaches to embark on a career in TEFL. The qualification will enable learners to become independent, novice teachers with the tools to plan appropriate lessons and courses for their students without support if necessary. The optional (unaccredited) short follow on courses allow our learners to select a teaching specialisation if they wish to.

Units

• Teaching Practice and Classroom Skills

• Developing Receptive and Productive Language skills

• Methodologies for Teaching a New Language

• Awareness of Learners

• Language Awareness

• Designing Learning Materials

Entry Requirements

This qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. There are no entrance requirements.

• In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then CEFR C1 (CAE grade C min), IELTS 7.0, GESE 10, TOEFL 95 or equivalent is required.

• A basic awareness of structural aspects of the English language is also required and this ca be demonstrated through pre-interview task and interview.

AESTHETIC PRACTICE

QUALIFI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN AESTHETIC PRACTICE

Course Overview

The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their aesthetic practice capabilities within the health and aesthetic sector. The expected outcome of the Certificate, which is the achievement of a recognised UK qualification, is for learners to develop the skills required by organisations and the aesthetic industry globally.

This qualification will prepare learners for employment and support a range of roles in the workplace. This qualification provides a specialist work-related programme of study that provides breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding, along with practical skills required in the aesthetics sector. This qualification will help to prepare professional staff and managers of the future in the aesthetics sector. This qualification provides a generic core of mandatory units that apply in all aesthetics contexts.

Units

• Legal and Regulatory Requirements in Aesthetic Practice

• Professional Standards within Aesthetic Practice

• Working Collaboratively with Healthcare Professionals

• Anatomy, Physiology and Morphology of the Ageing Face

• Skin Micro-needling and Chemical Peels

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of a Level 4 qualification in a related sector or;

• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience which demonstrates current and relevant industry knowledge.

• Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and anaphylaxis management training