To ensure the Diploma and Advanced Diploma facilitate completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Management (SLQF Level 5 or 6, 90–120 credits), the following considerations are addressed:
- Credit Transfer:
- The 60 credits (30 Diploma + 30 Advanced Diploma) should align with the first two years of a 120-credit 240 ECTS) Bachelor’s degree from Azteca.
- Students may need to complete an additional 60 credits to earn a Bachelor’s degree, covering advanced subjects like Strategic Management, International Business, and Research Methodology.
- Subject Coverage:
- The proposed subjects cover core management disciplines (management, marketing, finance, HR, operations) and foundational skills (communication, economics, statistics) required for most management degrees.
- The Capstone Project prepares students for research-based assignments in degree programs.
- Skill Development:
- The curriculum emphasizes practical skills (e.g., communication, financial analysis, project management) and theoretical knowledge, aligning with degree-level expectations.
- Soft skills (leadership, teamwork, ethics) are integrated to meet industry and academic requirements.
Sample Pathway to Bachelor’s Degree
- Year 1: Complete Diploma in Management (30 credits).
- Year 2: Complete Advanced Diploma in Management (30 credits).
- Year 3–4: Enroll in a Bachelor’s degree program with advanced entry (60–90 additional credits). Typical subjects in the degree include:
- Strategic Management
- International Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Research Methodology
- Specialization electives (e.g., Marketing Strategy, Financial Markets)
- Internship or dissertation
