Diploma in Business Computing(DBC)

Introduction

The Diploma in Business Computing is a combination of business and technology services focusing on advising businesses on how best to use information technology to meet their business objectives. The Diploma in Business computing is intended to;

  • Introduce students to the field of Information Technology and the business domain.
  • Equip learners with practical vocational computer skills needed at the work place.
  • Help students obtain a detailed understanding of the workings of commercial computerized systems in solving business related problems.
  • Provide a solid academic and technical background that would enable them to pursue higher studies in business computing or other related fields.

Admission Requirements

  • Direct Entry (UACE Route)
  • Applicants must have:
    • Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes
    • Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with 1 principal pass and 2 subsidiary passes obtained in one sitting
    • Equivalent qualifications recognized by NCHE
  • Certificate Holders Scheme
  • Applicants must have:
    • A Certificate in Business Computing, ICT, Computer Applications, or a related field from a recognized institution
    • A minimum of a Credit or Upper Pass
  • Degree Holders Scheme (optional where applicable)
    • Degree holders seeking ICT-business integration skills may be admitted.
  • Mature Age Entry Scheme (if offered)
    • Must be 25 years or older
    • Must pass a recognized Mature Age Examination accredited by NCHE
  • Higher Education Certificate (HEC) Route (if recognized)
    • A Higher Education Certificate in ICT or Science/Math track with at least Class C

Program Details

  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters), each semester 17 weeks
  • Mode of Study: Day, Evening, or Weekend (depending on campus schedule)
  • Campus: Faculty of Computing and Informatics / Main Campus.
  • Award: Diploma in Business Computing.
  • Teaching Approach:
    – Lectures and tutorials
    – Practical laboratory sessions
    – Hands-on software demonstrations
    – Group coursework, projects, and presentations
    – Industrial training and assessments

Expected Learning Outcomes / Career Prospects

  • Graduates will be able to:
    • Apply computing knowledge to solve business-related problems.
    • Demonstrate practical ICT skills required in modern offices and organizations.
    • Support the implementation and maintenance of organizational information systems.
    • Use computer applications to manage data, documents, communication, and business processes.
    • Work independently in both computing and business environments.
    • Progress to undergraduate programmes such as Business Computing, Information Systems, or IT.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates can work as:

    • IT Support Assistant.
    • Computer Laboratory Technician.
    • Data Entry Officer.
    • Office ICT Assistant.
    • Database Clerk / Records Clerk.
    • Junior System Support Technician.
    • Business Applications Support Officer.
    • Digital Office Administrator.
    • Customer Support Executive (ICT-enabled services).
    • Computer Technician in schools, offices, and small enterprises.

Target Group

This programme is ideal for:

  • Senior Six leavers seeking ICT and business-related skills.
  • Certificate graduates wanting to upgrade to a diploma.
  • Individuals seeking practical computing skills for the workplace.
  • Employees in business environments who require ICT training.
  • Students intending to pursue higher ICT or business-related degrees.

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The Basic Requirements for the whole process include:

  • An email address and contact number
  • Your Academic Documents to pick Key details like Award Institution, Index Number for O and A level, year of award, etc.
  • A Laptop/Computer with a Stable Internet Connection
  • Note that a PDF Document (With all Qualifications) is attached after submitting the form
  • The Payment is made after Attaching the Documents

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