Academic catalog

Associate in Business Administration

Associate · Business

The foundations a business runs on: accounting, marketing, operations and the law that sits under them.

Someone starting out, or already working in a business role without a formal qualification behind it.

Curriculum

• Business Foundations and Organizational Principles
• Introduction to Management and Leadership
• Basics of Accounting and Financial Literacy
• Business Communication and Professional Skills
• Principles of Economics and Market Awareness
• Ethics, Responsibility, and Workplace Practices

On completion you should be able to

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of fundamental business concepts and practices
• Apply basic management and organizational skills in real-world contexts
• Communicate effectively in professional and business environments
• Analyze simple business challenges using logical and ethical reasoning
• Prepare for entry-level business roles or transition into bachelor’s-level programs

Associate in Information Technology

Associate · Computing

Practical computing: systems, networks, support and the basics of how software is built and run.

Someone moving into a technical role, or holding one already and wanting the qualification to match.

Curriculum

• Information Technology Fundamentals
• Computer Systems and Operating Environments
• Networking and Data Communication Basics
• Introduction to Programming and Databases
• Cybersecurity Awareness and IT Ethics
• Technical Support and Problem-Solving Skills

On completion you should be able to

• Demonstrate foundational understanding of IT systems and digital technologies
• Apply basic troubleshooting and technical support techniques
• Understand networking, operating systems, and database fundamentals
• Use technology tools responsibly and ethically
• Prepare for entry-level IT roles or progression into bachelor’s-level technology programs

Associate in English as a Second Language

Associate · English and language

English for academic and professional use, taught as a second language rather than as literature.

A student whose degree or job depends on demonstrable English, and who wants a credential rather than a test score.

Curriculum

• English Listening and Comprehension Skills
• Spoken English and Pronunciation Development
• Reading and Vocabulary Enhancement
• Writing for Academic and Professional Purposes
• Grammar and Language Structure
• Cultural Awareness and Global Communication

On completion you should be able to

• Communicate effectively in English through clear speech and structured writing
• Demonstrate flexibility in language use across academic, professional, and social settings
• Read, understand, and interpret English texts with improved comprehension
• Write organized content for academic and workplace use
• Exhibit cultural and self-awareness by recognizing diverse global perspectives
• A certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete the highest level of the ESL program.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor · Business

Management across the whole of a business: finance, people, strategy and operations, and how a decision in one shows up in the others.

Anyone heading for a management role, in any industry.

Curriculum

• Principles of Management and Organizational Behavior
• Financial and Managerial Accounting
• Business Economics and Market Analysis
• Marketing Management and Consumer Behavior
• Human Resource Management
• Operations and Supply Chain Fundamentals
• Business Law and Corporate Ethics
• Business Communication and Professional Development
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

On completion you should be able to

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of core business functions
• Apply management and leadership concepts in organizational settings
• Analyze business problems using logical and data-driven approaches
• Communicate effectively in professional and multicultural environments
• Make ethical and strategic business decisions
• Prepare for entry- to mid-level managerial roles or postgraduate study

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor · Computing

Computing from the ground up: programming, data structures, algorithms, systems and the theory underneath them.

Someone who wants to build software and understand why it behaves as it does.

Curriculum

• Programming Fundamentals and Data Structures
• Computer Organization and Operating Systems
• Algorithms and Computational Thinking
• Database Management Systems
• Software Engineering and Application Development
• Web and Mobile Technologies
• Computer Networks and Cybersecurity Basics
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Foundations
• Data Science and Analytical Computing

On completion you should be able to

• Apply core computer science concepts to solve computational problems
• Design, develop, and test software applications
• Analyze algorithms and system performance
• Work with databases, networks, and operating systems
• Use programming languages and development tools effectively
• Adapt to evolving technologies and industry practices
• Prepare for careers in computing or postgraduate study

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems

Bachelor · Computing

The place technology meets the business that pays for it: systems analysis, data, and putting technology to work against a real objective.

Someone who wants to sit between the technical team and the business rather than inside only one of them.

Curriculum

• Information Systems Fundamentals
• Business Systems and Process Analysis
• Database Design and Management
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Enterprise Applications and ERP Concepts
• Web-Based Information Systems
• Networking and IT Infrastructure
• Information Security and Risk Management
• Data Analytics and Decision Support Systems

On completion you should be able to

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into system solutions
• Design and manage information systems that support organizational goals
• Apply database, networking, and security principles in business contexts
• Use data and analytics to support informed decision-making
• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Adapt to evolving technologies and enterprise systems

Bachelor of Science in English

Bachelor · English and language

Language, literature and writing, with the analytical and communication work that goes with them.

Someone heading for teaching, writing, publishing or communications.

Curriculum

• English Language Structure and Usage
• Academic and Professional Writing
• Literary Studies (Classical and Contemporary)
• Linguistics and Language Analysis
• Communication Skills and Public Speaking
• Creative Writing and Storytelling
• English for Global and Digital Contexts
• Research Methods in English Studies
• Cultural Studies and World Literature

On completion you should be able to

• Communicate effectively in written and spoken English across professional contexts
• Analyze literary texts using critical and theoretical frameworks
• Produce structured academic, creative, and professional writing
• Apply linguistic concepts to real-world communication
• Demonstrate cultural awareness in global English usage
• Conduct basic research and present ideas clearly and persuasively

Bachelor of Science in Arts, History and International Studies

Bachelor · Arts, history and international studies

Global history, international relations and the languages and economics that run through both, taken together rather than as separate subjects.

Someone drawn to how countries, cultures and histories connect, heading for policy, development, research or the international side of an organisation.

Coming soon — the curriculum for this programme is being finalised and will appear here.

Master of Business Administration

Master · Business

General management at a senior level, taught through the decisions a business actually faces rather than through theory alone.

A working professional moving from doing the work to running the function.

Curriculum

• Strategic Management and Business Leadership
• Financial Management and Corporate Finance
• Marketing Strategy and Consumer Behavior
• Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Human Resource Management and Organizational Development
• Business Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Digital Transformation and Business Technology

On completion you should be able to

• Apply advanced business and management principles in organizational contexts
• Demonstrate strategic leadership and decision-making abilities
• Analyze complex business challenges using data and critical thinking
• Develop and implement business strategies in competitive environments
• Lead teams ethically and effectively in global business settings
• Integrate technology and innovation into business solutions
• Prepare for executive roles, entrepreneurship, or doctoral studies

Master of Computer Science

Master · Computing

Advanced computing: deeper systems work, and the specialisms a first degree only introduces.

A working developer or engineer moving toward senior and architectural work.

Curriculum

• Advanced Programming and Software Engineering
• Data Structures and Algorithm Design
• Database Systems and Data Management
• Computer Networks and Distributed Systems
• Operating Systems and System Architecture
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Foundations
• Cybersecurity Principles and Secure Computing
• Research Methods and Applied Computing

On completion you should be able to

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of computer science theories and applications
• Design, develop, and analyze complex software systems
• Apply algorithms and data structures to solve computational problems
• Utilize modern tools and technologies in computing environments
• Analyze system performance, security, and scalability challenges
• Prepare for advanced technical roles or doctoral-level studies in computing

Master of Information Systems

Master · Computing

The place technology meets the business that pays for it, at postgraduate level: systems strategy, data, and putting technology to work against a real objective.

A working professional moving between the technical and the business side of a systems function.

Coming soon — the curriculum for this programme is being finalised and will appear here.

Master of Science in Arts, History and International Studies

Master · Arts, history and international studies

The same ground at postgraduate level, taken further: research method, regional depth, and the argument behind a position rather than the summary of it.

A graduate or working professional who needs the research and analytical footing to work seriously on international questions.

Coming soon — the curriculum for this programme is being finalised and will appear here.

Master of Science in English

Master · English and language

Advanced study of language and literature, including the teaching of English to others.

A teacher, writer or communications professional deepening a first degree.

Curriculum

• Advanced English Grammar and Linguistics
• Literary Studies and Critical Theory
• Modern and World Literature
• Academic Writing and Research Methods
• Professional and Technical Communication
• Creative Writing and Narrative Studies
• Cultural Studies and Global English Perspectives
• Language Pedagogy and Communication Practices

On completion you should be able to

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in written and spoken English
• Critically analyze literary and non-literary texts
• Apply research methodologies in English studies
• Communicate complex ideas clearly in academic and professional contexts
• Understand global and cultural perspectives in English usage
• Prepare for advanced careers or doctoral-level studies in English

Doctor of Business Administration

Doctorate · Business

A practitioner doctorate: original research aimed at a problem in practice rather than at the academic literature alone.

A senior manager or consultant with a question their own industry has not answered.

Curriculum

• Advanced Business Strategy and Organizational Leadership
• Applied Business Research Methods
• Corporate Governance and Ethics
• Strategic Change and Innovation Management
• Global Business and Competitive Strategy
• Financial Strategy and Risk Management
• Business Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making
• Doctoral Research, Dissertation, and Scholarly Publishing

On completion you should be able to

• Conduct independent, applied business research addressing complex organizational issues
• Integrate advanced management theories with professional practice
• Design and implement strategic solutions in dynamic business environments
• Demonstrate ethical leadership and corporate governance expertise
• Contribute original research to professional and academic business communities
• Lead organizations through innovation and transformational change

Doctor of Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Doctorate · Business

Doctoral research into how goods, information and money actually move, and where those systems fail.

A supply chain or logistics professional at the top of the operational ladder.

Curriculum

• Advanced Supply Chain Strategy and Design
• Global Logistics and Transportation Management
• Procurement, Sourcing, and Supplier Relationship Management
• Supply Chain Analytics and Optimization
• Inventory Management and Demand Forecasting
• Risk Management and Supply Chain Resilience
• Sustainable and Ethical Supply Chain Practices
• Digital Supply Chains, Automation, and Emerging Technologies
• Doctoral Research, Dissertation, and Scholarly Contribution

On completion you should be able to

• Conduct independent, applied research in supply chain and logistics systems
• Design strategic solutions for complex global supply chain challenges
• Apply advanced analytical and optimization techniques to logistics operations
• Evaluate risks, sustainability, and resilience in supply networks
• Lead supply chain transformation and innovation initiatives
• Contribute original research to industry practice and academic knowledge