Business Computing and English Studies (Certificate) MLS International College has been providing Computing and Information Technology as part of its Business, Marketing, Tourism and University Access courses for 15 years. All students on these programmes receive Information Technology training relevant to their specific subjects.
Our market research shows us that many students are now interested in obtaining only Information Technology qualifications either to help their work prospects in their home country or to enter Information Technology courses at UK Universities.
The MLS Business Computing and English Studies Certificate, Higher Certificate and Diploma gives students these opportunities.
Programme of Studies
30 Lessons each week
20 lessons |
Computing and Information Technology to include specialised Business English, English for Computing and IELTS |
10 lessons |
General English |
Free additional services are available to all students, subject to availability:
Language Laboratory
Internet and E-mail facility
Self-Access/IT Learning Centre
Library
General English
Oral communication
Listening and reading
Written English
Pronunciation
Study skills
Business English and Communications
Curriculum vitae/resume preparation
Interview techniques
Meetings and taking minutes
Negotiation
Presentation
Report, letter, memo, fax and e-mail writing
Summarising and note taking
Telephoning
Information transference
Entry Requirements
Students must have a minimum Intermediate level of English on arrival and have completed secondary education in their own country.
Entry Test
On arrival all students complete an English language entry test and are placed in classes accordingl. A computer skills analysis is also completed.
Class Size
Maximum 12 students per class.
Minimum Age
18 years.
Examinations
OCR - CLAIT and CLAIT plus
Optional Examinations
Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE)
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
Spoken English for Industry & Commerce (SEFIC)
British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
courses include the following topics:
Using a Computer
Introduction
Creating, managing and integrating files
Managing files and directories/folders
Word Processing
Entering and editing text
Formatting text Electronic Communication (e-mail and internet)
Searching the World Wide Web
Sending and receiving e-mails Spreadsheets
Inserting information and formulae
Formatting and presenting data
Producing spreadsheet reports
Databases
Inputting data
Simple searches
Presentation of data
Formatting reports
Creating databases
Desktop Publishing
Standard page layouts and text properties
Manipulating text and images
Master page templates
Importing and manipulating text
Preparing publication for press
Graphs and Charts
Producing charts and graphs
Single and comparative sets of data
Setting parameters of graphs and charts
Presenting data and formatting graphs and charts
Computer Art
Managing and printing artwork
Web Pages
Amending and formatting web pages
Managing and printing web pages
Creating web pages
Linking pages to create websites
Presentation Graphics
Setting up slide layouts/templates
Managing and printing presentation files
Period of Study
The programmes start in September, January, April & July |
Certificate Course |
4-12 weeks |
Higher Certificate Course |
24 weeks |
Diploma Course |
36 weeks |
University Foundation Diploma |
36 weeks |
Course Certification
At the end of the course, on completion of the required coursework and final test, each trainee will receive a Certificate, Higher Certificate or Diploma of Achievement as well as a full report on their progress and potential for further training.
Progression to Higher Education
MLS students have a good track record in progressing to British Universities having successfully completed the MLS Diploma and attained the required language level (British Council IELTS examination).
All students have access to the MLS University Counselling Service. |