Associate Degree in Business and Management Details
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OFFICIAL PROGRAMME RECORD
Programme Qualification Details
11 fields
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Name of programme
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Associate Degree in Business and Management
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PNGNQF Level
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Level 6
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Volume of learning in full-time equivalent months
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36 months (6 semesters / 3 Years) / 3600Hrs
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04
Total credit points
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360 credit points
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05
Modes of delivery
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Face-to-Face / Blended
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06
Where offered
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IBSUniversity
IBSU Campus, Portion 1553, Mt. Eriama, 11 Mile, Sogeri Road, Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea
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07
Most recent internal accreditation
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April 2024(Revised)
By the Academic Board of IBSU, as a self-accrediting authority, in accordance with the HEGP Act 2014 (Amended 2022), Section 80, Subsection (1 & 3).
And Endorsed by the Governing Council of IBSUniversity
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08
Most recent external accreditation and accrediting body (list all)
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Nil
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Date of next scheduled internal and/or external accreditation
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April 2029
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Programme learning outcomes (list) and alignment to PNGNQF Level Descriptors
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Refer to the Course Mapping section.
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Entry requirements (list)
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PNGNQF OUTCOME ALIGNMENT
Course Mapping
9 outcomes
Name of Programme
Associate Degree in Business and Management
Nested Qualifications
Diploma in Business and Management
Competency Standards (If Required)
Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
A
PROGRAMME-WIDE CAPABILITIES
Graduate Attributes (IBSUniversity)
GA1: Unit Transcendence
GA2: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
GA3: Advancement of Knowledge
GA4: Innovation and Creativity
GA5: Research and Logic
GA6: Professionalism
GA7: Career and Employability Skills
B
COMPLETE SOURCE MAPPING
Programme Level Learning Outcomes
Outcome group
2 outcomes
PLO 1
Describe comprehensive knowledge of core business and management principles.
Knowledge and Skills
Theoretical knowledge in business and management
PLO 2
Identify and analyze business problems and use analytics to support decision-making.
Knowledge and Skills
Technical skills in business and management.
PLO 3
Discuss legal and ethical frameworks to make responsible business decisions.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Theoretical knowledge in law and ethics for business
Outcome group
4 outcomes
PLO 4
Apply digital tools and technologies for efficient and effective business outcomes.
Application
Apply digital tools and technologies in business
PLO 5
Apply soft skills to demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, leadership, and professional behavior in workplace.
Application
Apply communication and interpersonal skills in business decision-making.
PLO 6
Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, and innovation in addressing business challenges.
Application
Apply critical analysis in business creation
Outcome group
3 outcomes
PLO 7
Demonstrate functional areas of management and provide strategic solutions for business.
Autonomy
Responsible and accountable for Business outcomes
PLO 8
Act responsibly to meet workplace expectations and enhance employability.
Autonomy
Independently perform the task to meet workplace expectations and employability.
PLO 9
Practice ethical leadership approach, gender equality, and equity in the workplace and society.
Autonomy
Demonstrate integrity, equality, and responsibility in professional and social contexts
Programme Qualification Details
OFFICIAL PROGRAMME RECORD
Programme Qualification Details
11 fields
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01
Name of programme
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Associate Degree in Accounting and Finance
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02
PNGNQF Level
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Level 6
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03
Volume of learning in full-time equivalent months
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36 months (6 semesters / 3 Years) / 3600Hrs
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|
04
Total credit points
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360 credit points
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|
05
Modes of delivery
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Face-to-Face / Blended
|
|
06
Where offered
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IBSUniversity
IBSU Campus, Portion 1553, Mt. Eriama, 11 Mile, Sogeri Road, Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea
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|
07
Most recent internal accreditation
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April 2024(Revised)
By the Academic Board of IBSU, as a self-accrediting authority, in accordance with the HEGP Act 2014 (Amended 2022), Section 80, Subsection (1 & 3).
And Endorsed by the Governing Council of IBSUniversity
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08
Most recent external accreditation and accrediting body (list all)
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Nil
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09
Date of next scheduled internal and/or external accreditation
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Internal: April 2029
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10
Programme learning outcomes (list) and alignment to PNGNQF Level Descriptors *(for this section, fill out attached template)
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Refer to the table attached below
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11
Entry requirements (list)
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Course Mapping
PNGNQF OUTCOME ALIGNMENT
Course Mapping
9 outcomes
Name of Programme
Associate Degree in Accounting and Finance
Nested Qualifications
Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Competency Standards (If Required)
Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
A
PROGRAMME-WIDE CAPABILITIES
Graduate Attributes (IBSUniversity)
GA1: Unit Transcendence
GA2: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
GA3: Advancement of Knowledge
GA4: Innovation and Creativity
GA5: Research and Logic
GA6: Professionalism
GA7: Career and Employability Skills
B
COMPLETE SOURCE MAPPING
Programme Level Learning Outcomes
Outcome group
2 outcomes
PLO 1
Analyze and interpret accounting theories and practice in completing assignments and supporting decision-making.
Knowledge and Skills
With theoretical knowledge and technical understanding in the subject area.
PLO 2
Classify and compare accounting principles and organize relevant information with technical competence for work assignments and recommendations.
Knowledge and Skills
Requires depth in research in specific area.
Outcome group
4 outcomes
PLO 3
Diagnose complex accounting and finance problems and find appropriate solutions using professional knowledge and research skills.
Application
The tasks involve formulation and adaptation of processes to resolve issues.
PLO 4
Apply and demonstrate accounting knowledge and skills in the preparation of
Application
Requires formulation or adaptation of processes to resolve issues.
PLO 5
Solve and adapt to complex interdisciplinary subject issues and apply suitable techniques
Application
Subject to change with some complexity with the help of analytical and diagnostic skills.
PLO 6
Diagnose business and accounting problems using appropriate techniques and communicate findings to stakeholders using suitable formats.
Application
Requires selecting and applying the right procedures to resolve issues
Outcome group
3 outcomes
PLO 7
Comply with and manipulate accounting tools and data and troubleshoot issues using logical reasoning to solve the problems.
Autonomy
This is facilitated by comprehensive guidelines.
PLO 8
Demonstrate integrity and uphold professional standards in communicating accounting information.
Autonomy
The conditions give directions for accountability for personal and group outcomes.
PLO 9
Practice ethical leadership approach, gender equality, and equity in the workplace and society.
Autonomy
Demonstrate integrity, equality, and responsibility in professional and social contexts
