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Diploma in Software Engineering

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The Diploma in Software Engineering at Midlands State University is designed as an entry-level qualification that emphasizes real-world applications over purely theoretical knowledge. With the technology sector booming, this diploma is in high demand, opening up a wide array of career opportunities for graduates.

Individuals with this qualification can readily find positions that do not necessarily require advanced programming skills. Many graduates pursue roles such as Software Developer, where they apply their training to create software solutions that meet user needs. Another common pathway is becoming a Business Analyst, utilizing software engineering knowledge to analyze data, predict trends, and assist organizations in strategic planning.

Ordinary Level passes including English Language and Mathematics.
Special entry may be considered at the discretion of the Institute based on prior learning.
Duration: A minimum period of 18 months.

Course Content
Level One - Semester 1
SW112 Discrete Mathematics
SW111 Software Engineering Fundamentals
PMIS116 Introduction to Business Communication
SW113 Principles of Programming Languages 
SW114 Computer Architecture Organization
Level One - Semester 2
DMIS123 Object Oriented Programmilfg
SW122 Computer Networks & Information Security
SW123 Ethics and Professionalism
SW124 Data Structures and Algorithms
SW125 Database System

Level Two - Semester 1
SW211 Web Technologies
SW212 Simulation and Modeling
SW213 Software Project Management
SW214 Advanced Database Systems
SW215 Artficial Intelligence
Level Two - Semester 2
SW221 Object Oriented Programming
SW222 Software Architecture & Engineering
SW223 Software Evolution and Engineering 
SW224 Project
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Diploma in Applied Marketing

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Applied Marketing is a Course that will help people who are planning to build a business, having a Marketing Career, Wants to understand the basic Norms of Marketing, who knows the theory but planning to know applied knowledge in core marketing careers. Audience Businessman Entrepreneur Corporates Brand Managers Marketing Managers Business Students Anyone who has an interest in Brand, Marketing, Communication & Advertising.

Marketing is a fascinating professional area. It is a fast-evolving field that can offer exciting career development opportunities. If you are a creative person who enjoys solving problems and thinking outside the box, marketing might be the perfect career for you.

 

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5 'O' Levels including English Language

Duration: 2 years

Exam Month: May and October

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Diploma in Applied Accounting

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Diploma in Applied Accounting

This course equips students with practical, in-demand accounting skills needed in business, finance, and administration. Learn how to manage cash flow, prepare financial statements, budget, and calculate job costs, while also developing ICT, communication, and management skills. Start your career in accounting today!

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Minimum Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 O' Level passes, including English
  • No A Levels required

Contact us if you have different qualifications for assessment.

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Semester 1.1 – Level 1

DBA101 – Business Economics

DBA102 – Principles of Management

DBA103 – Communication Skills

DAC101 – Financial Accounting

MIS101 – ICT Application Systems

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Graduates can pursue roles such as:
Entry Level Positions:
  • Accounts Clerk
  • Bookkeeper
  • Payroll Assistant
Junior Positions:
  • Finance Assistant
  • Junior Accounting Officer
  • Administrative Officer (Finance)

This diploma provides practical skills that employers value in the accounting industry.

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Total Fee: USD $580

This fee is all-inclusive and represents excellent value for a practical, career-ready qualification.

Flexible Payment Options:
  • Installment plans available
  • Structured payment schedules for ease
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Why this fee is worth it:

Graduates gain practical skills that lead to employment quickly, and the qualification is respected by employers. Our focus is on practical, job-ready skills that make you employable immediately.

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Join hundreds of successful graduates who started their accounting careers with our practical, hands-on diploma program.

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Diploma In Applied Entrepreneurship

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Many professionals dream of starting their own business. While entrepreneurship may appeal to a lot of people, it can take an immense amount of effort to start a business. Earning a diploma in entrepreneurship is the first step for many people who seek to own their own business one day, but they may be able to use their degree to pursue other careers as well. In this article, we discuss what an entrepreneurship degree is and provide examples of jobs that you can get with this degree.

An entrepreneurship diploma prepares you to start your own business. Earning an entrepreneurship diploma typically involves taking courses that educate you on topics like business management, marketing, finance, management and leadership. Starting a business can also require you to learn a variety of different subjects, such as the local and state laws that govern owning and operating of a business.

 

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5 O Level Subjects including English Language
Mature Entry – Running a successful business plus ability to write and speak English
Duration: 2 years
Exam Month: May and October

Level 1 Semester 1.1
DBA101: Business Economics 4
DBA102: Principles of Management 4
DBA103: Communication Skills 4
DAM101: Marketing Essentials 4
MIS101: ICT Application systems 4
Level 1 Semester 1.2
DAE101: Business Start Up 4
DBA104: Principles of Law 4 DAC101: Financial Accounting 4
DBA105: Business Communication 4
DAM102: Marketing Management 1 4
Level 2 Semester 2.1
DAE201: Entrepreneurship 4
DAE202: Small Business Management 4
DAE203: Entrepreneurial Business Finance 4
DAE204: Business Plan for Enterprise Start Up 4
DBA203: Risk Management
Level 2 Semester 2.2 :
Work Related Learning DAE205:
Work Related Learning Report 8 DAE206:
Academic Supervisor’s Report 8 DAE207:
Employer’s Assessment Report 4
Level 3 Semester 3.1
DAM301: Customer Service Management 4
DBA301: Human Resources Management 4
DBA303: Corporate Business Management 4
DBA302: Leadership 4
DAE301: Business Ethics 4
 
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Bcom Information Systems (BISAF)

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The degree of Bachelor of Commerce (Information Systems) is designed for students who wish to specialise in Information Systems (IS).  Information systems specialists focus on integrating information technology solutions and business processes to meet the information needs of businesses, the community and government.  The goal is to enable them to achieve their objectives in an effective and efficient manner.  This discipline’s perspective of “Information Technology” emphasises information and sees technology as an instrument to enable the generation, processing and distribution of needed information.

The aim of this programme is to educate our students to become Information Systems practitioners and this refers to: Information Systems Engineers, Managers, Systems Analysts, and Project Managers among others who will have the ability to provide IT solutions. Our graduates will have the necessary technical, analytical and communication knowledge as well as skills required by the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry. A deep appreciation and respect for the crucial role played by the ICT industry in our economy and development is instilled in our graduates through the use of case analysis approach, research work and Work Related Learning (WRL).

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1. Normal Entry
In order to qualify for acceptance to the Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems Honours degree, the candidate must have obtained the following qualifications:
A pass at ‘A’ Level in at least TWO of the following subjects or their equivalence:
- Computing
- Mathematics
- Business Studies
- Accounting
- Economics
2. Special Entry
Special entry maybe granted to applicants with a Diploma in Computing, Accounting or any other related fields.
3.Mature Entry
- 5 “O” Levels including Mathematics and English Language
- At least 23 years of age for females and 25 years for males
- At least three years relevant working experience

LEVEL ONE SEMESTER 1
BIS111 – Introduction to Computers and Computer Applications* 10
BIS112 – Principles of Programming Languages* 10
BIS113 – Communication Skills 10
BIS114 – Applied Statistics* 10
BIS115 – Ethics and Professionalism* 10
BIS116 – Foundations of Information Systems* 10
BIS117 – Accounting for Business 10
LEVEL ONE - SEMESTER II
BIS121 – Data Structures and Algorithms* 10
BIS122 – Operating Systems* 10
BIS123 – Computer Architecture and Organization* 10
BIS124 – Database Systems* 10
BIS125 – Software Engineering* 10
BIS126 – Gender Studies 10
GS201 – Principles of Marketing 10
LEVEL TWO - SEMESTER I
BIS211 – Systems Analysis and Design* 10
BIS212 – Object-Oriented Programming* 10
BIS213 – Project Management* 10
BIS214 – Research Methods* 10
BIS215 – Data Communications and Computer Networks* 10
BIS216 – E-Commerce 10
LEVEL TWO - SEMESTER II
BIS221 – Entrepreneurship* 10
BIS222 – Business Management* 10
BIS223 – Web Technologies* 10
BIS224 – Embedded Systems Design 10
BIS225 – Network Management 10
BIS226 – Group Project* 10
LEVEL THREE - SEMESTER I & II
BIS311 - Work Related Learning Student Report* 45
BIS312 - Work Related Learning Academic Supervision Report* 45
BIS313 - Work Related Learning Employer’s Report* 30
LEVEL FOUR - SEMESTER 1
BIS411 - Human Computer Interaction* 10
BIS412 - Artificial Intelligence* 10
BIS413 - Management Information Systems* 10
BIS414 - Information Security* 10
BIS415 - Computer Graphics* 10
BIS416 - Object Oriented Programming II 10
LEVEL FOUR – SEMESTER II
BIS421 - Strategic Management 10
BIS422 – Enterprise Architecture* 10
BIS423 – IT Audit and Control* 10
BIS424 - Distributed Systems* 10
BIS425 - Research Project* 20
 
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