Academic Catalog

Dubai Business School Programs

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

 

Educational Aims of the Program

The Program Objectives (POs) of the Bachelors of Business Administration program aims to provide students with a broad-based and well-rounded knowledge through acquiring communication skills, problem-solving and IT skills. It also aims to instill in students how to use their theoretical knowledge and apply it successfully for business organizations in their field of specialization.

 

Program Learning Outcomes (BBA Core Courses)

The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for Business Core courses are shown in table 2 follows:

 

Table 2: Program Learning Outcomes of Business Core courses

 

After graduation, BBA students will be able to:

PLO1.

Discuss the basic concepts, theories, and methods of various business functions.

PLO2.

Apply theories and methods to critically solve business problems in the

workplace.

PLO3.

Demonstrate ethical behavior and communicate effectively in the workplace

 

 

Completion Requirements

 

The BBA degree is awarded upon the successful completion of 123 credit hours and a CGPA of 2.0 or above, within the maximum specified timeframe of seven (7) years. Only students who have completed all degree requirements prior to the graduation ceremony are eligible to be considered for degree honors. The categories for academic distinction are based on the following scale which is based on the graduation/cumulative GPA:

• Summa Cum Laude: CGPA >= 3.90 through 4.0 (Excellent) – with Highest Honors

• Magna Cum Laude: CGPA >= 3.70 through 3.89 (Very Good) – with Great Honors

• Cum Laude: CGPA >=3.50 through 3.69 (Good) – with Honors

This distinction shall appear on the student’s transcript and degree.