SCQF Level 8 International Specialised Diploma in Business Management

ISDC’s International Graduate programme

ISDC’s International Graduate Programme (IGP) consist of SCQF Level 7 International Certificate in Business and SCQF Level 8 International Specialised Diploma in Business Management.
SCQF Level 7 International Certificate in Business is an undergraduate-level programme that provides learners with a thorough and comprehensive grounding in the core components of international business management and enables them to develop essential management skills. Learners upon completion of Level 7 progress to ISDC SCQF Level 8 International Specialised Diploma in Business Management.
SCQF Level 8 International Specialised Diploma in Business Management programme is truly special because it’s a future-focused qualification emphasising Innovation, Entrepreneurship and the Application of Technology in the International Business environment. SCQF Level 8 qualification allows learners to study core subjects of Business Management along with their choice of specialisation.

Eligibility

Successful Completion of A level qualification or High School Certificate or ISDC’s Level 6 International Foundation Certificate in Business or Equivalent.

Fees

£2250
(Learners paying Level 7 and Level 8 fees together, will only have to pay the discounted rate of £2000.)

Duration

2 Years

SCQF 8
International Specialised Diploma in Business Management

Programme Overview

SCQF Level 8 qualification allows learners to study core subjects of Business Management along with their choice of a specialisation.

On completion of this programme learners will be able to progress to a top up with one of our partner UK universities either online or in the UK to get a UK awarded bachelor’s degree.

Learners who can evidence prior learning from similar business-related programmes at the same level and with similar credit size units may be admitted under the Recognition of Prior Learning Arrangements.

Core Modules

Business Analytics for Decision Making
Business and Professional Ethics
Change Management

Level 8 programme enables learners to specialise in one of the following eight pathways:

Accounting and Financial Management

This specialisation is intended for students who want to pursue a career in finance. This programme will assist in developing the skills necessary to deal with complex accounting and financial management issues.

The programme will provide a deep-rooted Knowledge of Financial Analysis, Investment, Financing, and Distribution Decisions, as well as a thorough understanding of the Fintech Landscape, Trends, and how it is transforming Banking and Financial Services Industries.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Financial Management	15
Financial Accounting and Reporting	15
Financial Modelling	15
Financial Technology	15

Marketing Management

A specialisation in Marketing Management is designed for learners who aspire to be Marketing Professionals. This pathway will enable you to understand the complexities of the Contemporary Marketplace and Global Marketing Strategies that will help them in Strategic and Tactical Decision Making. Through exploring the current trends in Digital Marketing Strategies and Social Media Analytics, this advanced pathway aims to develop Social Media Analytics Skills through the application of Statistical Procedures and Data Analysis, with the goal of making Data-Driven Decisions.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Global Marketing Strategy	15
Digital Marketing	15
Social Media Analytics	15
Brand Management	15

Human Resource Management

The Human Resource Specialisation will focus on Assessing the Role of Human Resources in Modern Organisations, from Managing Organisational Behaviour to Strategies for Motivating Employees, and Systems for Developing and Retaining Talent. This pathway also focuses on individual and team developments that help in improving workforce performance.

Learners will also get an in-depth understanding of Leadership Theories, Leadership Styles, Team Work, The Attributes of Leaders and Organisational Culture.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Managing Organisational Behavior	15
International Human Resource Management	15
Contemporary Employment Relations	15
Leadership: Theory and Practice	15

International Business Management

This pathway is specifically designed for future business managers or entrepreneurs who aspire to gain a deeper comprehension of the International Business Environment.
The pathway enables the learner to explore how an organisation, particularly an SME, can expand internationally and market its products or services by taking advantage of the advancing Digital Technology and changes in entry barriers into international markets.
This pathway focuses on specialised knowledge of International Marketing and the Human Resource Environment.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Commercialisation	15
Entering New International Markets	15
International Human Resource Management	15
Global Marketing Strategy	15

Tourism and Hospitality Pathway

- This specialisation is designed for learners who want to advance their careers in the Tourism and Hospitality industries.
- The pathway explores the current trends and issues of the tourism and hospitality business and how they can be used to appraise, design, implement, and evaluate future-oriented plans for interacting with competitive environments.
- The programme enables students to understand the significance of customer relations and customer experience industries and to develop skills to analyse the key factors that contribute to customer service excellence. This pathway also encourages learners to develop an appreciation for the need for constant change and development in the industry in order to meet external demands and uncertainty or respond to events or phenomena that have or are radically impacting the industry.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
The Contemporary Tourism and Hospitality Industry	15
Operations Management in Tourism and Hospitality	15
Managing Customer Relations and the Customer Experience	15
Emerging Challenges in Tourism and Hospitality	15

Healthcare Management

This specialisation is aimed at learners who want to explore the healthcare industry by acquiring practical experience in the domain of healthcare. The pathway is also open to learners from business disciplines who aim to work in a management capacity in the healthcare industry and who want to take on managerial and leadership roles.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Human Resource Management in Healthcare	15
Process and Operations Management in Healthcare	15
Quality Control and Improvement Management in Healthcare	15
Service Users and Client Management	15

Project Management

This specialisation is designed for learners who want to explore the role of Project Management in improving organisational performance by developing project management skills consistent with the current principles and practices. It will assist the learner in discovering the best project management skills and advancing career prospects.

The module on project management will help in recognising issues in a realistic project scenario, a systematic and thorough introduction to all aspects of project management and the importance of understanding the relationship between projects and the strategic goals of an organisation. The programme will help the learners to enhance their ability to Plan and Manage Resources, Time, People, Quality and Communications.

Pathway Modules	SCQF Credits
Principles of Project Management	15
Project Planning	15
Project Financing and Risk Management	15
Project Quality Management	15

General Business Management

The General Business Management pathway necessitates a wide grasp of the business world, including marketing, sales, accounting, human resources, finance, and logistics, as well as the ability to lead teams, motivate employees, produce revenue, and reduce costs.

The specialisation is developed to show current challenges, opportunities, and management practises while also providing integrated learning. The General Business Management pathway will equip the learners with critical insights and allow them to advance to positions of leadership.

Pathway Modules *	SCQF Credits
Financial Management	15
Leadership: Theory and Practices	15
International Human Resource Management	15
Global Marketing Strategy	15
Principles of Project Management	15
Entering New International Markets	15
* Only 4 modules to be attempted