BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This is a program of studies that provides general knowledge of business principles and practices as well as management principles and practices. It is a course of study that teaches how to coordinate human material and financial resources to accomplish organizational goals. It provides knowledge on how to budget, organize, plan, hire, direct and as well manage various organisations. Business administration/ management is a popular career choice because of its demand in almost every industry.

SKILLS REQUIREMENT

v    Ability to build and lead teams

v  Ability to coordinate activities

v  Ability to pay attention to details

v  Communication skills.

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

The course can be studied both in polytechnics and universities with Diploma and Bachelors of science as the least qualifications respectively. Being a member of a Professional Institute of Management will also be a plus.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The world of business administration offers students several areas of specialization which include Human Resources and Finance, marketing, sales and operations. Job opportunities can be found in but not limited to public sector, banking, health care, insurance/investments and tourism/hospitality.

Graduates can also be managers of their own business.