The Diploma in BZE offers a wide-range of subjects catering to the needs of industry.
SUBJECTS’ SYNOPSIS FOR LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 FOR BZE STUDENTS
Level 1 Subject Syllabi
EBZ1001 Business Fundamentals
This subject gives you a macro-view of the four pillars of business: management, marketing, money and manpower. Introductory topics such as Strategic Management, Marketing Principles, Finance and Organisation Behaviour and Management are taught. This module may be offered on-line. It introduces you to the conceptual tools of economic analysis such as scarcity, demand, supply and equilibrium. Consumption, output and resource analysis will also be studied.
EBZ1002 Principles of Economics
This is an introductory subject to equip you with basic economic concepts and tools for understanding the business environment and the Singapore economy. You will study demand and supply analysis, market structures, measurement of GDP, aggregate demand and aggregate supply, and macroeconomic policies.
EDR1003 Engineering Drawing
This subject introduces you to the preparation of two-dimensional mechanical engineering drawings, using both manual drafting and a PC-based software. General methods of dimensioning and tolerancing according to international and local standards will be covered.
EEE1006 Engineering Fundamentals
This subject provides you with a strong foundation in basic engineering concepts, electrical principles, circuit theorems, digital electronics and electronic devices.
EMA1001 Engineering Mathematics 1
This subject provides you with pre-calculus techniques required for an engineering course. It will train you in engineering problem-solving approaches using the appropriate mathematical tools. Topics such as simultaneous equations, matrices, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers and vectors, will be covered.
EMA1002 Engineering Mathematics 2
The subject will introduce you to the concept of calculus. Differentiation and integration techniques will be covered. These concepts will be used to formulate and solve mathematical problems. Various differentiation techniques (e.g. chain rule, product and quotient rules), and integration techniques (e.g. substitution, use of the mathematical table, integration by parts, partial fractions) will also be covered.
EPL1003 Problem-solving and Process Skills
This subject uses a series of workshop-based lessons to develop your problem-solving and process skills, including the skills needed for time and stress management, self-reflection, self-assessment, team building, inquiry, creative thinking, peer-sharing and evaluation. You gain confidence in applying these skills through tutor-guided small group activities, self-reflective exercises and peer learning. You are also given a brief introduction to Problem-based Learning (PBL) so as to prepare you for this learning approach in the subsequent years of your course.
ESE1005 Computer Programming
This subject introduces you to the concepts of a stored program digital computer. It also enables you to acquire knowledge and skill in programme designing, as well as testing and debugging using a programming language like Java.
ESZ1001 Systems Concepts
This subject provides you with an overview of systems concepts and applications of systems thinking. It will focus on how a system or organisation interacts within itself. It includes holistic problem solving, system optimisation and the use of concept maps. Case studies will also be examined.
ESZ1002 Quantitative Methods
This subject provides an introduction to statistical concepts. You will learn to convert data into information through the use of probability, descriptive and inferential statistics.
Level 2 Subject Syllabi
EBZ2002 Marketing Intelligence
This subject covers methodologies in marketing research and provides an overview of its role in timely and accurate decision-making processes.
EBZ2003 Engineering Economy & Management Accounting
This subject provides you with a basic understanding of the economic aspects of engineering applications, EVA‚ (Economic Value Added), and elements of costs and costing methods. You are expected to apply economic analysis to compare different alternative engineering proposals, analyse and interpret costing information, and to measure business performance using EVA.
EPZ2001 Organisational Behaviour
This subject provides you with an insight into the key determinants of individual and group behaviour in an organisation. You will learn how to improve group interaction skills.
EPZ2002 Managing Information in Organisations
This subject deals with how information resource is managed as an asset in an organisation and how it can be processed to support decision-making for managers in organisations. It will cover topics such as “Overview of Information and Knowledge Management”, “Strategies, Structures and Systems”, “Techniques to Process Information”, and “Security, Moral and Ethics in the Knowledge Economy”.
EQM2001 Process Management & Innovation
This subject covers the management of processes in creating products and services that customers need and want. Topics include Key Process Planning and Improvement, Process Reengineering, Process Management, Quality Function Deployment and Benchmarking.
ESZ2001 Decision Analysis
This subject introduces you to the structure of decision problems and the models applicable to decision analysis. It will also cover quantitative decision methods such as linear programming, decision-making models and decision support systems. The use of software applications to facilitate analysis will be explored.
ESZ2002 Process Optimisation and Improvement
This subject provides an overview of the concepts of improvement and optimisation in processes. Some of these concepts involve analysis of statistical control results, experimental designs, variations in processes and improvement techniques. Practical sessions using software applications will be integrated to enhance learning.
ESZ2003 Management Systems & Assessment
This subject deals with the understanding and application of various management system standards such as ISO 9000, and ISO 14000. It will provide you with an opportunity to perform assessment audits using these standards, and to apply these standards to improve processes.
Level 2 Elective Subjects Synopsis
EBZ2006 Service Quality & Management
This subject introduces students to the key concepts and principles of Service Quality and Management. The topics covered concepts of quality services, essential skills in customer services, principles and strategy of service management, methods for service quality measurements and service recovery
Level 3 Subject Syllabi
EMF3002 Manufacturing Logistics and Simulation
This subject introduces the concept of supply chain, logistics in manufacturing, manufacturing planning, inventory management, warehouse management, transportation, and simulation.
EMP3001 Major Project
The Major Project gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply your knowledge in a practical learning situation. Besides research, design and project management skills, the emphasis will also be on innovation, creativity, teamwork and enterprise.
EPZ3001 Customer Relationship Management
This subject provides an overview of the importance of getting close to the customer and the processes that enable an organisation to communicate and relate with its customers. It will focus on managing customer dynamics, as well as attitudes and perception in order to create a dynamic and mutually beneficial relationship.
ESZ3001 Supply Chain Management
This subject covers the concept behind supply chain management in competitive business survival and key strategic drivers that improve supply chain performance. It will also cover supply chain drivers and obstacles, aggregate planning, inventories, distribution network, transportation and information technology.
ESZ3002 Systems Modelling & Simulation
This subject provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of system modelling and simulation. Topics include basic model development, input analysis, modelling and statistical analysis. A simulation software will be extensively used as a vehicle to enhance your understanding and practical applications of the subject.
Level 3 Elective Subjects Synopsis
EBZ3008 Technopreneurship
This subject covers the basic fields of technopreneurship. It examines the traits of successful technopreneurs and the basic start-up of new businesses. Through project work, students take the opportunity to conduct field research, identify, evaluate & select viable businesses, and then develop feasible business plans applying the knowledge and tools covered in different topics which include marketing, customer orientation, pricing, communication, financial judgement, managerial importance, service orientation and competitive strategies
