Advanced Diploma Programme in Management for Business Excellence 卓越商業管理高等文憑課程

This programme is designed to integrate this type of business excellence models with the latest management systems covering quality, environmental, safety and human resources. Meanwhile, the programme also introduces the famous business breakthrough improvement technique - the Six Sigma and Lean framework. Participants who complete the programme will be able to customise integrated management systems for their organisation which embedded with the business excellence practices. Participants also learn the most effective six sigma and lean methodologies that lead to world-class performance for their organisation.

Learning Outcomes
Participants who complete this programme will be able to:
- describe the concept and principles of business excellence in terms of difference business models and management systems;
- identify and discuss the gaps between organization's system and the business excellence models;
- develop integrated management system that meets the quality, environmental, health and safety requirements and achieve business excellence;
- engage in independent and collaborative learning;
- develop problem-solving skills for further study and professional development and
- keep abreast of current changes in global business environment.

Participants are encouraged to read and learn the broad array of tools, techniques and the philosophies concerning the applications of the business excellence models, six sigma approach and performance management techniques to manufacturing and service industries.

Programme Structure
The Programme comprises of 8 modules with a total of 200 contact hours. Participants may normally complete the programme in 14 -15 months on part-time basis.

1. Principles and Models of Business Excellence (25 hours)
2. Principles and Techniques of Quality Management (25 hours)
3. Six Sigma Techniques (25 hours)
4. Strategies and Performance Management (25 hours)
5. Environmental, Quality, Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (25 hours)
6. Supply Chain Quality Management (25 hours)
7. Service Quality and Management (25 hours)
8. Organisational & Human Resource Quality (25 hours)

Professional Recognition
Students who complete and pass Module 3 - Six Sigma Techniques, and have attendance of at least 70% can apply for professional registration title with Six Sigma Institute (SSI) as "Registered Green Belt-Service", denoted as RSSGB.

Students who complete and pass Module 8 - Organizational & Human Resource Quality, and meet the examination requirement for Lean Leader and have attendance of at least 70% can apply for professional registration title with Six Sigma Institute (SSI) as "Registered Lean Leader", denoted as RLL.

Application Procedures
Applicant is required to submit the following documents:

1. A duly completed "Enrolment Form for Award-bearing Programmes";
2. Photocopies of academic qualifications (i.e. transcript & certificate)*;
3. Photocopies of proof of working experience, if applicable (e.g. reference letter or employment letter)*;
4. Application Fee of $150 and 1st installment tuition fee of $16,400 (please refer to "Part B- Methods of Payment" listed in the Enrollment Form);

Admission will be on a first-come-first served basis forqualified applicants.

*All documents should be either sent to any one of our School's Enrolment Centres in-person; OR

send to our Programme Team's office by POST

6/F, Railway Plaza, 39 Chatham Road South,
Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
(Attn :Business & Management Programme Team, for the application of Advanced Diploma Programme in Management for Business Excellence)

Exemption Policy
Exemptions may be granted for a module at the discretion of our School if the applicant has successfully completed a module of equivalent content and standard at a recognized tertiary institution or through a professional examination. The application fee is HK$500 per module (an administrative fee of HK$200 included).
For those who would like to apply for course exemption, please submit "Application Form for Course Exemption or Advanced Standing" and supporting documents (i.e. full syllabus and transcripts) for exemption evaluation, if applicable. Application for Course Exemption must be applied before the commencement of the programme. Late application will not be accepted.
The application fee with the deduction of an administrative fee shall be refunded to the applicant for any unsuccessful application. The final decision with regard to exemption rests with the School.

Advanced Diploma Programme in Management for Business Excellence - maximum of 2 exemptions may be given.

Academy of Research and Management & Six Sigma Institute
Academy of Research and Management (ARM) is an affiliate of Hong Kong Quality Management Association (HKQMA), a non-profit-making professional body. It is engaged in extensive research and development in the areas of management and higher degree research materials, services and new learning tools to meet the continuous demand in Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Six Sigma Institute (SSI) is an independent institute of Hong Kong Quality Management Association (HKQMA). Its primary objective is to accredit Six Sigma professionals with recognised knowledge and skills in this application science. SSI aims to work closely with consultants, training institutions and other professional bodies in promoting the theory and application of Six Sigma methodologies through training, examinations and registration of six sigma professionals.

Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4).

Course Code: 33F117410

For enquiry about the reimbursement of Continuing Education Fund (CEF), please contact the office of CEF at 3142 2277 or visit the website via https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef/tc/index.htm