Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration – Top-Up is a one-year undergraduate completion programme (60 ECTS Credits) designed for holders of an Advanced Diploma, Higher National Diploma (HND), BTS, DUT, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification in Business Administration, Management, Commerce, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Economics, or related disciplines.

The programme equips students with advanced knowledge and practical competencies in strategic management, leadership, finance, entrepreneurship, business analytics, corporate governance, and research, enabling them to become effective managers and business leaders in both national and international organizations.

The curriculum follows the Licence–Master–Doctorate (LMD) academic framework and is aligned with international higher education standards, ensuring academic quality, global recognition, and progression opportunities.

Programme Objectives

The programme aims to:

• Develop advanced managerial and leadership competencies.
• Strengthen strategic decision-making and analytical skills.
• Enhance knowledge in finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and corporate governance.
• Prepare graduates for leadership positions in public and private sector organizations.
• Develop research capabilities and problem-solving skills.
• Provide a strong academic foundation for Master’s and MBA programmes.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

• Develop and implement strategic business plans.
• Analyze financial and business performance for effective decision-making.
• Lead organizational change and manage business innovation.
• Apply business analytics to solve complex managerial problems.
• Demonstrate ethical leadership and corporate governance practices.
• Conduct independent business research using appropriate research methodologies.
• Apply specialized knowledge within their chosen field of business.

Programme Structure

• Duration: 1 Academic Year (2 Semesters)
• Academic System: LMD
• Total Credits: 60 ECTS
• Level: Bachelor Honours Top-Up
• Award: Bachelor of Business Administration

Semester 1 (30 Credits)

Code	Module Title	Credits
BBA301	Strategic Management	6
BBA302	Financial Management	6
BBA303	Entrepreneurship and Innovation	6
BBA304	International Business Management	6
BBA305	Leadership and Organizational Change	6

Semester 2 (30 Credits)

Code	Module Title	Credits
BBA306	Marketing Strategy and Digital Business	6
BBA307	Project Management	6
BBA308	Corporate Governance and Business Ethics	6
BBA309	Business Analytics and Decision Making	6
BBA310	Research Project / Capstone Project	6

Major Specializations

Students are required to complete four specialized modules (24 Credits) related to their chosen major.

Major in Operations Management

• Operations and Production Management
• Supply Chain and Logistics Management
• Quality Management Systems
• Project and Process Management

Optional Electives

• Lean Management
• Procurement Management
• Service Operations Management

Major in Financial Management

• Corporate Finance
• Investment and Portfolio Management
• Financial Risk Management
• International Financial Management

Optional Electives

• Treasury Management
• Banking and Financial Institutions
• Financial Markets and Instruments

Major in Business Management

• Advanced Business Management
• Strategic Business Planning
• International Business Management
• Corporate Governance and Business Ethics

Optional Electives

• Change Management
• Small Business Management
• Family Business Management

Major in Human Resource Management

• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Talent Acquisition and Development
• Employee Relations and Labour Law
• Performance and Reward Management

Optional Electives

• Human Resource Analytics
• Training and Development
• Organizational Behaviour

Major in Business Economics

• Managerial Economics
• International Economics and Trade
• Development Economics
• Economic Policy and Business Environment

Optional Electives

• Industrial Economics
• Monetary Economics
• Public Sector Economics

Teaching and Learning Methods

The programme adopts a student-centred and practice-oriented approach through:

• Interactive lectures
• Case study analysis
• Tutorials and seminars
• Individual and group projects
• Business simulations
• Research supervision
• Professional presentations
• Independent learning activities

Assessment Methods

Student performance is assessed through a combination of:

• Continuous assessments
• Individual assignments
• Group projects
• Case study analysis
• Business presentations
• Practical projects
• Final examinations
• Research Project / Capstone Project

Entry Requirements

Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications:

• Higher National Diploma (HND)
• Advanced Diploma
• BTS / DUT
• Level 5 Qualification
• Equivalent qualification (minimum 120 ECTS Credits)

in one of the following fields:

• Business Administration
• Business Management
• Commerce
• Accounting
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing
• Economics
• Finance
• Entrepreneurship
• Business Information Systems
• Related disciplines

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the programme may pursue careers as:

• Business Manager
• Operations Manager
• Human Resource Manager
• Financial Manager
• Project Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Marketing Manager
• Management Consultant
• Business Analyst
• Entrepreneur
• Corporate Executive
• Public Sector Administrator

Progression and Further Studies

Graduates may continue their studies in:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Management
• Master of Human Resource Management
• Master of Finance
• Master of Marketing
• Master of Project Management
• Master of Business Analytics
• Master of Economics
• Other specialized postgraduate programmes in business and management (subject to admission requirements).

Award

Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)

Abbreviation: BBA (Hons)

Academic Note

This programme is fully aligned with the Licence–Master–Doctorate (LMD) academic framework and an ECTS-equivalent credit system, ensuring academic quality, international comparability, and smooth progression to postgraduate studies.