The world we are living in today is more complex than it has ever been in history, but there are also many more opportunities available now that past generations ever dreamed of. Candidates are thrown into the world with no idea what the real business is like. We need to integrate real world job skills into the education system, else graduates will be left out in the cold. As an educational entity, the primary focus of higher education is geared toward the learner as a "whole" and not solely on the mastery of "job-specific skills."
Our aim is to:
Promote activities and curriculum that enhance the learners capacity for understanding, critical thinking, and self-expression
Develop competencies in decision-making
Enable candidates to cope with the rapid advances in computer technology, accounting, management, business and hospitality.
Help instil the qualities necessary for active and intelligent participation, teamwork, and leadership
Offer program curriculum which emphasise real-world scenarios so that candidates can relate to it and the learning experience becomes more meaningful to each individual learner.
Offer credible, comprehensive and competitive computing, accounting, management, business and hospitality programmes.
Measure analytical skills and technology literacy.
With the increase in globalisation, workforce diversity, and new technology the demands to improve the quality of our society's workforce is paramount. To meet these demands our main focus is defining what constitutes "employability skills." As society and individuals are inundated with the challenge of making decisions everyday; from what product to purchase, to whom to vote for, to whether they should drink or smoke, to what kind of career they want.
We aim to produce candidates who can think for themselves and develop their skills and learn, by offering examinations, candidates would have to explain and even defend their own work. During the course, both hand-on/practical and theory tutorial are encouraged. Hands-on sessions produce greater candidates in the long run. Theory education on the other hand, implies learning the principles; it implies you are not about learning by rote, but understanding the mechanics of the thing. However, experimentation is encouraged. All courses entail “we believe in knowing the background” and "whys and wherefores".
A messsage to candidates - Why education is important
There is only one way to keep this world strong. There is one chance to be someone you want to be - through Education. Hindsight is a wonderful thing, while education isn't everything, it certainly helps. Your future is a place where you have to spend the rest of your life. Education plays a very important role in making your life in the future as complete and fulfilling as possible.
Education is the basis for your future, and your stepping stone to the world. As human beings education is not a right or a given, it is a privilege that must be obtained through hard work and study. You cannot just sit back and wait for the education to latch on and you cannot simply pass examinations with minimum requirements and believe that you have come out of college a wiser and more capable person.
A good system of education is fundamental to building any nation in the world, as it is the means by which young people are prepared to accept responsibility for governing their country's citizens in the future. Education is a priority in any society, giving young people the necessary skills that will make them valuable members of the community. Nations who lack an educational system or have one that is poor quality will inevitably suffer as their citizens experience hardship from a lack of stability.
When citizens are educated well, it has a very positive effect on their family, their community and their nation. Learning promotes progress and trains young people to pursue responsible careers that will have a genuine impact on the country.
Lastly, remember “you are learning how to learn" and this goes on for ever.
About BCE
BCE is an internationally recognised educational institution founded in 1996 by a group of Business and Computing professionals. There have been many changes over the last few years, not all technological. The gap between industry expectations from graduates and what [graduates] can do, has always led to much argument. Mostly, on completion of a course, graduates find it hard to get jobs in the Computer and Business Industry because the qualification they hold and what the industry expects them to deliver is far less than the level of expectation. In most cases, the academic syllabus and how things are done in the industry are totally different. The main qualifications sought mainly in the computing industry today are web design technology; programming; networking; databases; computer science; routing; PC repair; cabling; graphic design and information technology. On the other hand, qualifications sought mainly in the services industry are: finance & accounting; computerised accounting; financial management; business economics; project management, human resource management; business administration; marketing; secretarial; hospitality management and travel & tourism. One of the main reasons why The Business & Computing Examinations board was established, is to produce a modified syllabus to bridge this gap. On realising the importance of the industry’s requirements, (since the main aim for undertaking a course is to get employment) the BCE’s designed courses focus on practical elements. Also, our research found that it is practically impossible for someone with no experience to take, for example, a one week course in C Programming or Accounting and expect to get a job. Which is why our courses are designed for a minimum duration of 3 to 12 months.
Objectives of the Examination Board
1. To present a substantial and useful knowledge in Business and Computing.
2. To bridge the gap between academic learning and industrial requirements.
3. To reflect on technology changes
4. To address specific business and organisational needs
5. To enhance career opportunities
6. To achieve highly recognised and professional qualifications.
Membership
The Examination board offers membership to both BCE registered students and other professional bodies qualification holders.
Associate (ABCE)
On successful completion of the Diploma level, candidates can apply to become Associates.
Member (MBCE)
On successful completion of the Advanced Diploma in Business or Computer Studies, candidates can apply to become a Member. 1 year experience in a senior position or holders of other professional qualifications can also apply to be a Member.
Fellow (FBCE)
A minimum of three years experience in Business or Computing fields or a relevant degree is required for Fellowship applications.
BCE is an internationally recognised educational institution founded in 1996 by a group of Business and Computing professionals. There have been many changes over the last few years, not all technological. The gap between industry expectations from graduates and what [graduates] can do, has always led to much argument. Mostly, on completion of a course, graduates find it hard to get jobs in the Computer and Business Industry because the qualification they hold and what the industry expects them to deliver is far less than the level of expectation. In most cases, the academic syllabus and how things are done in the industry are totally different. The main qualifications sought mainly in the computing industry today are web design technology; programming; networking; databases; computer science; routing; PC repair; cabling; graphic design and information technology. On the other hand, qualifications sought mainly in the services industry are: finance & accounting; computerised accounting; financial management; business economics; project management, human resource management; business administration; marketing; secretarial; hospitality management and travel & tourism. One of the main reasons why The Business & Computing Examinations board was established, is to produce a modified syllabus to bridge this gap. On realising the importance of the industry’s requirements, (since the main aim for undertaking a course is to get employment) the BCE’s designed courses focus on practical elements. Also, our research found that it is practically impossible for someone with no experience to take, for example, a one week course in C Programming or Accounting and expect to get a job. Which is why our courses are designed for a minimum duration of 3 to 12 months.