Business Computing and English Studies (Diploma / University Foundation Diploma)

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.