When you arrive at your IBAM study centre you will be warmly welcomed and will quickly get to know the staff, your fellow students, your surroundings and all the facilities available.

Beginning your IBAM studies

At the start of your programme of study you are required to undertake an Induction programme which contains all the information you need to get you started on your study. As part of your induction you will be required to complete an interactive quiz to consolidate your understanding of the processes and procedures you will encounter during your studies. The aims of the Induction are for you to:

• Get to know staff and fellow students.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of your programme of study.
• Ask questions relating to any aspect of the learning experience.
• Become acquainted with RDI procedures and policies.
• Become acquainted with the procedures and policies of the University or examining body that accredits your course.

Teaching and Learning

At RDI IBAM Hong Kong, the University of Bradford’s BSc (Hons) Business and Management Studies, you receive 36 hours per module. Classes are scheduled on weekdays and examinations are scheduled on either Saturdays or Sundays. For the University of Wales BA Final Year Top up or MBA, you will receive a minimum of 15 hours per module classroom based learning activity. On Edexcel programmes, you will receive 15 hours of lecture per module.

At IBAM RDI Coventry and London, you will receive a minimum of 15 hours per module classroom based learning activity, which will normally be schedule over two-and-half days to enable the student undertake independent study and part-time work for the remainder of the week.

The classroom sessions are led by UK University approved academics and will include the opportunity for one-to-one discussions. All classroom sessions will be interactive and build on the additional learning provided through ilearn, IBAM’s online campus.

Learning Materials

For each module you study with IBAM you will be provided with a comprehensive set of learning materials to supplement the learning you will undertake during your tutored classes. The module learning materials are designed to facilitate your learning and to allow you to achieve the learning outcomes for each module. The material is interactive and contains practical activities, which have been designed to enable you to apply theoretical principles and frameworks.

In addition, you will access all of your learning material for the programme via iLearn or the University’s own Virtual Learning Environment.

Textbooks

Textbooks are inclusive in your tuition fees except for a number of courses where you are required to purchase textbooks yourself. The titles of the books used on the course are to be found in the booklist given to you at registration. The IBAM College Library stocks all the core-textbooks for each title listed. Lecturers may suggest additional titles for you to consult but you are not required to buy them. You are encouraged to make good use of the Library which should be able to satisfy all your reading requirements.

Libraries

At RDI IBAM Hong Kong, you will receive subscription to Hong Kong MDC Library which gives you access to more than 12,000 books, 850 e-books, 1700 eJournal, and other references. These resources are very valuable especially for local and regional references.

Other activities

At RDI IBAM Hong Kong, additional relevant activities are organised to enhance your studies while in Hong Kong and to make learning fun and enjoyable.