Certificate in Business Studies

The curriculum is broad-based with a balance of foundation and multidisciplinary modules to foster creative thinking, develop life skills, and enhance communication and business skills. Generally, the first semester allows students to gain a broad perspective of the course while the final semester focuses on specialised and practical training to prepare them for the working world. The courses are continually updated and enhanced in tandem with the latest developments and requirements in industry.

Through its rigorous curriculum, exceptional student development programmes, industrial attachments with highly regarded organisations, and dedicated teaching staff, PORTMAN and PORTMAN Education Group had nurtured thousands of enterprising and well-rounded professionals who are ready to face the challenges in a dynamic business environment.

Excellent connections with the business community and professional bodies enable the College to keep up with current trends in the industry. Students can expect a high standard of training that equips them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the world of business, accounting, finance, management and tourism.

The College also features a number of flagship programmes, such as PORTMAN Business Club, PORTMAN Business TV, Biz Central and PORTMAN Centre for Entrepreneurship to promote learning, innovation and entrepreneurship. Biz Central is a unit driven by our Faculty that helps our students to find their dreams and start their innovative businesses. Market study, business plan and on-going business development guidance are offered to PORTMAN College student ventures.

This programme is designed to equip students with strong communication and administrative skills, as well as fundamental knowledge of business administration including supervision and finance, applicable to varied roles in a cross-section of industries.

Upon successful completion of this one year programme, students will be able to demonstrate fundamental knowledge in the application of office communication, administration and accounting.