Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

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Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Course Fee

MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months

Awarding Body
Villa College
Intake
January / May / September
Duration
3 Years
MNQF
Level 7
Mode
Face-to-Face
Code
BTEBS

Programme Details

Introduction

This programme provides content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge to teach various topics in economics and business studies in secondary and higher secondary schools; this will include the discussion of concepts, appropriate learning theories, the use of approaches and strategies, and the use of appropriate media for teaching, such as the use of manipulative techniques, teaching aids, information technology and games. Techniques to develop higher order thinking and communication skills are embedded in the programme. Additionally, this programme promotes a reflective model of teaching that pays attention to student diversity.

General Entry Criteria

  • 2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSC pass is considered C and above.) OR

  • Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR

  • Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Programme approved for the specific Diploma programme.

Alternative Entry Criteria

  • Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA-approved University Preparation Programme. OR

  • 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA-approved University Preparation Programme

Core Modules

Year 1

  1. Understanding learners and learning context

  2. Curriculum, assessment, and innovative practices

  3. English language for teachers

  4. Introduction to business management

  5. Microeconomics

  6. Principles of Accounting

  7. Introductory econometrics

  8. Principles of finance

Year 2

  1. Maldivian language and culture in time

  2. ICT skills for teaching & learning

  3. Teaching and learning business I

  4. Teaching and learning economics I

  5. Macroeconomics

  6. Principles of Marketing

  7. Managerial economics

  8. Teaching practicum I

Exit with Advanced Diploma of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Year 3

  1. Inclusivity in education

  2. Introduction to human resource management

  3. Teaching and learning economics II

  4. Teaching and learning business II

  5. Data management and research methods

  6. Organisational behaviour

  7. Entrepreneurship development

  8. Teaching practicum II

Course fee: MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months
(MVR 2,308 per month under the government free first degree scheme)

Upon successful completion of this programme participants will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the essential content knowledge and practical classroom skills to perform competently as a critically reflective teacher;

  • Comprehend the intellectual, social and psychological aspects of their work with learners and synthesise theory and practice;

  • Understand the key concepts of curriculum policy formation and curriculum development;

  • Be able to evaluate and use constructive criticism of their own work and of the institutions in which they will teach;

  • Develop theoretical understandings of schooling and education, and implement an ongoing programme of self-education appropriate to their personal and professional needs;

  • Understand child cognitive development, higher order thinking skills, economics and business studies learning, and possess teaching skills with regards to the application of this content knowledge in today’s changing context.

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Mohamed Iyaz Shakir - Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Mohamed Iyaz Shakir - Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Mohamed Iyaz Shakir - Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Mohamed Iyaz Shakir - Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

Mohamed Iyaz Shakir - Bachelor of Teaching in Economics and Business Studies

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