Advanced Diploma in Business Information Management
Programme Objective
Delivery Method
Delivery Schedule
Progression Pathway
* Advanced Diploma in Business Information Management

* Progression to Bachelor Degree is subject to articulation arrangement / mapping
Mode & Duration
Full-time: 9 mths
Part-time: 9 mths
Intakes
8 Jan 18 / 16 Apr 18 / 9 Jul 18 / 1 Oct 18
Registration One Month Prior to Intake Dates
Average Teacher-Student Ratio
1:30
Assessment
Each module is assessed by academic work comprising written assignments, case study reports, essays, examination as determined by the subject profile. The assessment criterion varies from module to module and level to level.
Modules
- 1. Wireless Application Programming with Java
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Mobile Application Programming with Java is designed to increase the breadth and depth of knowledge and
practical skills of students in the wireless field. This module is designed to extend the students understanding of
programming principles particularly knowledge of Java data types, statements, branching, iteration, arrays and
lists, designing classes, interfaces and polymorphism, inheritance, I/O and file streams, sorting and searching
and advanced Graphical User Interface (GUI) design. Students will apply this knowledge and provide solutions to
practical problems.
- 2. Systems Analysis and Design
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Systems Analysis & Design is an introductory module and it covers the key concepts of analysing and designing
object-oriented systems. Students will be taught Unified Modelling Language or UML, the current industry
standard used in the design of computer based systems, especially the various diagramming concepts of UML. In
addition to UML, the fundamentals of software project management as well as contemporary issues relating to
software project management will be discussed in this module.
- 3. Research Methods
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This module introduces students to the core concepts, methods, and values involved in conducting
research, from formulating research questions, reviewing the literature, designing questionnaires, to
carrying out data analysis and presenting research results. The strengths and weaknesses of different
types of research are examined to help students choose an appropriate methodology, and the wider
philosophical issues and ethical controversies that affect research are discussed. In this module, it also
examines the distinction between quantitative and qualitative research techniques and how and when
they should be used.
- 4. Networking Architecture and Security Network
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This module is designed to familiarize students with network management systems and the five areas of
network management. It will introduce students to key terminology, definitions, and concepts. It will also
explore network management systems and potential architectures. Students will also be exposed to various
network management protocols in use today and also standard Management Information Bases (MIBs); an
insight to the problems network management can solve and details on using network management protocols
and MIBs.
- 5. Internet Database Applications
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The power of the Internet lies in the dynamism of its content. This module focuses on the practical
implementation of Web development to turn dynamic data into information. Students will be able to develop
web pages that access and maintain dynamic data residing in database systems and via Web Services. Students
will also gain the understanding of distributed (multi-tiers) application deployment architecture, using Web
Services. The aim of this module is to equip students for the development of web applications supported with
database systems, Remote Procedures and Web Services.
- 6. Project Work
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This 12-week Project Work will give students the practical experience of carrying out an independent business
application project from identifying users/project requirements, design, development, implementation, testing
of delivery and presentation of the software. Students will decide between a real-life project/application or
business function(s) in an organization or business of their choice. They are required to integrate and apply the
knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the course and go through the entire systems development
cycle to produce working IT solutions.
- 7. E-Commerce
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This module provides students the fundamental concepts of e-business, including its underlying information
technologies, business processes, and applications in various industries in the aspect of customer-to-business,
business-to-business, and intra-organizational transactions. Students will acquire hands-on experience in the
analysis, design, development and implementation of e-business applications using the appropriate application
tools.
- 8. Management Information Systems
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Students will learn about the changing role of Information Systems and the key challenges facing
managers using information systems. They will be exposed to different kinds and types of information
systems and how IS can be employed to support various business functions. Students will learn to manage
IT infrastructure - hardware and software assets and data resources management; and the internet and
the new IT infrastructure. Other key topics include systems development phases and life cycle, the
importance of change management in implementing information systems, and information systems
security and control.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirement:
Relevant EASB Diploma
or
Polytechnic Diploma
or
LCCI Diploma Level 4
or
Equivalent academic qualification from a recognized higher learning institution
AND
English Proficiency Requirement:
Minimum EASB ETEDP Level 2 / IELTS 5.5 / GCE O-Level C6
(For mature students who do not meet the above minimum academic entry requirements but have prior learning or work experience in the relevant fields, please contact EASB for consultation.)
Application Procedure
You may apply to EASB either by visiting EASB Balestier Campus
or
mail your application to East Asia Institute of Managment, 9 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329975
Course Fee
International students |
Full-Time |
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Tuition Fees
|
S$ 9,800
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Examination Fees
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S$ 1,400
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Application and Enrolment
|
S$ 450
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Administrative Fee
|
S$ 1,000
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Study Material
|
S$ 600
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TOTAL
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S$ 13,250
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Singaporean / PR |
Full-Time |
|
Tuition Fees
|
S$ 5,600
|
Examination Fees
|
S$ 800
|
Application and Enrolment
|
S$ 150
|
Administrative Fee
|
S$ 800
|
Study Material
|
S$ 600
|
TOTAL
|
S$ 7,950
|
Singaporean / PR |
Part-Time |
|
Tuition Fees
|
S$ 5,600
|
Examination Fees
|
S$ 800
|
Application and Enrolment
|
S$ 150
|
Administrative Fee
|
S$ 800
|
Study Material
|
S$ 600
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TOTAL
|
S$ 7,950
|
Medical Insurance |
Waived |
FPS Insurance or Escrow Bank Charge |
Waived |
Other miscelleneous fees may apply ( Please click here for more information) |
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Application and Enrolment Fee is non-refundable. All prices are subject to prevailing Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 7%. All prices are effective for intakes from August 2014. Start of class is subjected to minimum class size achieved. |
Certificate
The Diploma is awarded by the East Asia Institute of Management and is articulated with 30 UK, New Zealand and Australian universities.

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Last Updated: 16 January 2019