How does this distance learning computer course work?
Our Cert. BOIS programme is not just about learning technical content, but also teaches you to use what you have just learnt, in a business context. Learn at home, or at work, at your own pace, following the self-study materials, and always with the support of an online tutor when you need it.
To complete the Certificate in Business Office Information Systems, participants must:
- Study four compulsory modules
- Choose three further modules from the fourteen elective modules available
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Work through the training materialsAt the start of each module, you will receive the relevant training materials, a copy of the current assignment and the assessment criteria. You will then work through the training materials supported as necessary by your on-line tutor.
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Complete the assignmentWhen you have finished the module training materials, you should then be able to complete the assignment. Look at the assessment criteria as you work through the assignment to ensure that you cover all the required elements. When you have completed the assignment, return it to the Course Administrator. You will then be sent the next module study materials, assignment and assessment criteria
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Assignment is markedYour assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. These marks and feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your on-line tutor to discuss the feedback. |
Higher Education Certificate
Students may optionally choose to continue on the course and study for the Certificate of Higher Education in Business Office Information Systems (Cert. HEBOIS).
In order to gain this Higher Education Certificate it is necessary to choose either a further six elective modules or a further two elective modules and undertake an organisational project.
We estimate that each module will take 20 hours to complete, but many people are completing the modules in less time.
