POLITEKNIK - school-of-business

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Introduction

The School of Business (SBS) aims to produce students who are confident and independent with marketable skills. Through the programmes offered, students have the opportunity to undergo industrial training through collaboration with local and international industrial partners. With the desire to adress the challenges of today’s ever changing economy, SBS offers two main Level 5 Diploma programmes in Business Accounting & Finance, and Business Studies. The latter offers three choices of specialisations: Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Human Resource Management. At present, SBS is led by a Head of School, Assistant Head of School with more than20 lecturers who support the department.

School at a glance

The School offers programmes to students who are interested in attaining relevant business, management and entrepreneurial skills and knowledge and for those who aspire to establish their own businesses. Information Communication Technology (ICT) is used to enable students to learn more and faster at their own pace and time. A Learning Management System (LMS) also enables students to access learning resources both on and off campus with courses delivered through blended learning approaches. Programmes and modules are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge that are demanded of the business industry.

SBS holds the motto: Educate, Perform and Excel.

Educate

At the School of Business, we are committed to making Politeknik Brunei's Vision and Mission a reality by providing holistic education that is based on blended teaching and learning methods. Occasionally, speakers from different industries are invited to assist and deliver useful information that is relevant by sharing of their experiences and practices with our students.

Perform

Through discussion of local and international issues and with the application of classroom knowledge, our students embrace the challenge of solving problems in real life situation through practical projects and coursework.

Excel

In the School of Business, we strive to inculcate within our students the drive to achieve marketable skills that are highly valued in today’s world. Our testimonies from our industries and local partners have shared reviews about our students.

PROGRAMMES OFFERED

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Programme Information
Level 5 Diploma Equivalence	Higher National Diploma
Duration of Study	3 Years (6 Semesters)
Commencement of 2022/2023 Academic Year	July 2022
No of Modules	24 Modules (90 Credit Values)

Module List

No	Module Title
1.	Communication Skills
2.	Health, Safety & Environment (Business & Office Workplace)
3.	IT for Business
4.	Management & Organisational Behaviour
5.	Introduction to Financial Accounting
6.	Pengajian Melayu Islam Beraja
7.	Pendidikan Islam
8.	Mathematics for Business
9.	Principles of Economics
10.	Business Information Systems
11.	Financial Accounting
12.	Business Law
13.	Introduction to Management Accounting
14.	Fundamentals of Financial Management
15.	Financial Reporting
16.	Entrepreneurship
17.	Corporate Law
18.	Management Accounting
19.	Final Year Project
20.	Internship Programme
21.	Enrichment
22.	*International Trade & Finance
23.	*Corporate Finance
24.	*Investment for Islamic Finance
25.	*Business Ethics
26.	*Audit & Taxation
27.	*Business Risk Management & Insurance
28.	*Islamic Economics & Finance

(*) Optional modules offered by the programme to be chose by student

CAREER & PROGRESSION

Career

Progression

Account assistant

Account clerk

Audit assistant

Finance officer
Procurement clerk

Receivable clerk

Bachelor of Business (Major in Accounting and Finance)

Bachelor of Business (Major in Business Administration)

Bachelor of Business (Major in Economics)

Bachelor of Business (Major in Entrepreneurship)

Bachelor of Business – Major in Accounting and Information Systems

Bachelor of Business – Major in Finance and Risk Management

Bachelor of Business – Major in Applied Economics and Finance

Bachelor of Business in Accounting

TESTIMONIES

Nabil Ridhwan bin Suhaili@Suhili

DBAF07

Best student award

Currently studying Bachelor of Business – Major in Accounting and Information Systems in Universiti Teknologi Brunei

After completing my three-years study at Politeknik Brunei, I have acquired the necessary knowledge, experiences, and capabilities to adopt it in my future studies, profession, and daily life. It has offered me with invaluable opportunities to develop myself further. Hence, I would like to express my highest gratitude to all PB lecturers and staff for their unwavering support, guidance, mentorship, and encouragement.

Nornajihah binti Haji Nani @ Haji Nayan

DBAF07

Working as clerk in finance department/section at Jabatan Imigresen & Pendaftaran Kebangsaan

The Business Accounting & Finance programme has provided me with unique and powerful experiences for my future career prospects. The knowledge and the experiences of the financial theory being taught seamlessly has integrated with the real-world application which may lead me to a secured job, and even help me to plan or invest in the future. Thank You Politeknik Brunei and I am very grateful to be part of the best and memorable learning journey.

Nur'aini Hazwani binti Mohammad Ariffin

DBAF07

Working as teller in Baiduri Bank

It had been a great journey at Politeknik Brunei where I took my Diploma in Business Accounting and Finance. The institution provided me with the best experiences and knowledge.

The course gave more than I expected. I learnt how to start up a business, especially in terms of finance. More than that, I also learnt Communication skills. It made me learn things about myself that I never knew and it has helped me with my future career prospects.

Siti Nurrashidah binti Abd. Ghani

DBAF07

Special Grade Worker (Pekerja Tingkat Khas) in Administration Department at Ministry of Health

As an alumni of Politeknik Brunei, I felt thankful to all lecturers that had taught me directly and indirectly. In those 3 years, not just knowledge and skills but I also gained many experiences through varieties of projects and activities that were provided by the campus, which really helped me in managing my work in the admin department. For those who want to further their studies, I really recommend the students to enter Politeknik Brunei.

Diploma in Business Studies

(Human Resource Management)

Diploma in Business Studies is a 3-year programme offered by the School of Business to provide students with a solid foundation in general business and management disciplines such as human resource management, marketing and entrepreneurship. The programmes aim to:

enable students to develop innovative, creative and logical thinking, problem solving and analytical abilities as well as to develop an entrepreneurial mindset;
enable students to experience real business environment and provide hands-on learning through real-life projects and internship,
provide specialised studies which are directly relevant to an individual's professions and disciplines.

This programme also provides a progression route to higher studies for students with relevant TVET Qualifications.

Programme Structure for Diploma in Business Studies (Human Resource Management)

Programme Structure

Diploma in Business Studies (Marketing)

enable students to develop innovative, creative and logical thinking, problem solving and analytical abilities as well as to develop an entrepreneurial mindset;
enable students to experience real business environment and provide hands-on learning through real-life projects and internship,
provide specialised studies which are directly relevant to an individual's professions and disciplines.

This programme also provides a progression route to higher studies for students with relevant TVET Qualifications.

Programme Structure for Diploma in Business Studies (Marketing)

Programme Structure

Diploma in Business Studies (Entrepreneurship)

enable students to develop innovative, creative and logical thinking, problem solving and analytical abilities as well as to develop an entrepreneurial mindset;
enable students to experience real business environment and provide hands-on learning through real-life projects and internship,
provide specialised studies which are directly relevant to an individual's professions and disciplines.

This programme also provides a progression route to higher studies for students with relevant TVET Qualifications.

Programme Structure for Diploma in Business Studies (Entrepreneurship)

Programme Structure

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Programme Information
Level 5 Diploma Equivalence	Higher National Diploma
Duration of Study	3 Years (6 Semesters)
Commencement of 2022/2023 Academic Year	July 2022
No. of Modules	24 Modules (90 Credit Values)

Module List

No	Module Title
	Communication Skills
	Health, Safety & Environment (Business & Office Workplace)
	IT For Business
	Fundamentals of Marketing
	Management & Organisational Behaviour
	Pengajian Melayu Islam Beraja
	Pendidikan Islam
	Mathematics For Business
	Microeconomics
	Business Information Systems
	Business Accounting
	Macroeconomics
	Business Law
	Fundamentals Of Financial Management
	Entrepreneurship
	Strategic Management
	Final Year Project
	Internship
	Enrichment

No	Specialisation Modules for Human Resource Management
	Managing People in Organisations
	Workforce Planning & Employment
	Training & Development
	Performance Management
	Compensation & Benefits

No	Specialisation Modules for Marketing
	Marketing Research
	Consumer Behaviour
	Marketing Communication & Branding
	Services Marketing
	E-Marketing

No	Specialisation Modules For Entrepreneurship
	Project Management
	Innovation & Creativity In Business
	New Venture Planning
	International Business
	Start-Up Lab Incubation

No	Optional Modules From Business Accounting & Finance ( Specifically for DBSS prog only)
	International Trade & Finance
	Corporate Finance
	Investment for Islamic Finance
	Business Ethics
	Business Risk Management & Insurance
	Islamic Economics & Finance

CAREER & PROGRESSION

LEVEL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (ENTREPRENEURSHIP)

CAREER	PROGRESSION
Business Owner	Bachelor of Business – Major in Entrepreneurship
Teacher/Lecturer	Bachelor of Business
New Venture Developer	Bachelor of Business – Major in Marketing and Information Systems
Business Consultant	Bachelor of Business Administration
Recruiter	Bachelor Degree in Art and Social Science
Research & Development	Bachelor in Culinary Management
Business Manager
Marketing Manager
Social Media Manager
Sales Manager

LEVEL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT)

CAREER	PROGRESSION
Human Resources Assistant	Bachelor in Business Administration / Management
Human Resources Officer	Bachelor in Human Resource Management
Recruitment Consultant / Officer	Bachelor in Humanities
Labour / Workplace Relations Officer	Bachelor in Workforce Development
Training and Development Assistant	Bachelor Degree in Marketing / Education / Psychology
Benefits Administrator	Bachelor in Public Relations
Training Coordinator	Bachelor Degree in Leadership
	Bachelor Degree in Human Services
	Bachelor Degree in Organisational Management

LEVEL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (MARKETING)

CAREER	PROGRESSION
Marketing Coordinator	BA (Hons) Marketing
Sales and Events Coordinator	BA (Hons) Events Management
Marketing Specialist	Bachelor in Hons Business Administration
Public Relations Officer/Manager	BA in Design and Creative Industries
Digital Marketing Strategist	Bachelor of Business (Major in Entrepreneurship)
Pay-Per-Click Specialists	Bachelor of Business (Major in Economics)
Media Planner	Bachelor of Business Major in Accounting and Information Systems
Marketing Consultant	Bachelor of Business – Major in Applied Economics and Finance
Digital Copywriter	BA (Hons) Digital Marketing
Market Research Analyst	BA (Hons) Business Marketing and Management
Business Development Manager
Product/Brand Manager
Sales Manager/Representative
Advertising or Promotions Manager
Social Media Manager/Officer

LEVEL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES

For students having a Diploma in Business Studies, they may have a broad career opportunity and progression as per listed under Diploma in Business Studies (Entrepreneurship / Human Resource Management / Marketing).

TESTIMONIES

Abdul Hakim bin Mohammad Ridzuan

Recipient of Best Student Award for Diploma Level 5

Currently, further study taking Degree in Applied Economics and Finance in Year 3 at UTB

At the beginning of my journey as a business student at Politeknik Brunei, I was very inexperienced in a lot of areas such as presentation skills, communications skills, report writing, leadership and creativity. To be able to work efficiently and effectively, these skills are essential to get the best results, which at that time I did not have. However, as my time prolonged at this institution, I had learnt more about business and was able to attain these skills, not just to be a better student but a better individual that will contribute to our society in the future. This was possible through the assessments, opportunities and the guidance from the lecturers at Politeknik Brunei. These experiences have led me out of my comfort zone and expanded my horizon beyond what I thought was possible when I joined this institution, and for that, I am forever grateful during my time at Politeknik Brunei.

Muhammad Danial Radhi bin Kenaddy

Entrepreneur

A9 Café & GM ATV

I live in a business-minded family. My father is a businessman and my mother helps him a lot with the daily operations of the business. I have been exposed to the "reality" of the business world since I was a child. Sure you can run, manage and own a business with only experience, but in this modern world, aligning ourselves with the proper knowledge would be an advantage.

That is why choosing a Diploma in Business Studies (Entrepreneurship) programme in Politeknik Brunei to be my academic path was the first step to achieving the right goals and visions of myself to be a skilled person. The journey might be tough, but sure it will be worth it.