The Business Process Outsourcing Programme is an Applied Associate Degree which is designed on workplace competencies and recognized Occupational Standards for this particular occupation. The programme was developed through the Centre of Occupational Studies (COS) in collaboration with the Heart Trust/NTA. The programme design allows persons who in particular have prior learning, training and or certification at least Level Two of the National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica (NVQJ) in the area of study. This Occupational Associate Degree offers students workplace competencies while they are learning the discipline. The programme design combines related underpinning academic competencies with the practical occupational competencies. The programme allows for a “work-ready: and “employable” graduate who can contribute to or create value in the areas of employment.
Strong written and verbal communication and etiquette in a formal business environment.
Public speaking and presentation abilities
Leadership qualities for team environments.
Awareness of globalization and cross-cultural issues.
Telemarketer | Scheduler | Quality Analysis |
Interpreter | Product Campaign Developer | Business Process Manager |
Business Researcher | Trainer/Coach |
This programme targets any of the following individuals:
• Persons with industry experience seeking certification
• Industry persons who need formal training
• Persons who want to change their career path
• High school graduates interested in careers in Business Process Outsourcing
To matriculate to the programme applicants must fulfil the following:
1. Heart Trust/ NTA Level 2 certification in Customer Engagement/Call Centre Operations
OR
2. Pass at least five (5) CSEC/ GCE O’ level subjects including English Language with grade I, II, or III/A, B or C. Grade III pass must be after June 1998.
Alternative entry requirements
1. Mature Student Entry. Applicants falling in this category must be over twenty-five (25) years, with a minimum of two (2) years experience in a specialized area of the industry. Each applicant must submit an academic portfolio for individual assessment.
Applicants MUST sit the COS recommended entry test (ASSET Test).
Course Structure – Full Time
Semester I | Semester II |
College Mathematics I | Communication II |
Communication I | College Mathematics II |
Information Technology | Perm and Relaxed Hair |
Salon Service | Financial Services |
Health and Safety | Barbering Services |
Body Massage Techniques | |
Semester III | Semester IV |
Customer Service | Elective |
Business Ethics | Entrepreneurial and Business Studies |
Artificial Nail Technology | Design and Creation of Hair |
Cutting and Re-Styling Hair | Hair Extension |
Hair Epilation Methods | Planning and Implementation of Promotional Activities |
Hair Colouring Techniques |
Course Structure – Evening/Weekend
Semester I | Semester II |
College Mathematics I | Communication II |
Communication I | College Mathematics II |
Information Technology | Perm and Relax Hair |
Salon Service | Financial Services |
Health and Safety | Barbering Services |
Body Massage Techniques | |
Semester III | Semester IV |
Customer Service | Elective |
Business Ethics | Entrepreneurial and Business Studies |
Artificial Nail Technology | Design and Creation of Hair |
Cutting and Re-Styling Hair | Hair Extension |
Hair Epilation Methods | Planning and Implementationof Promotional Activities |
Hair Colouring Techniques | |
Summer I | Summer II |
Professional Shaving Service | Creating Barbering Design |
Intermediary Shaving Service | Theatrical make-up |
Psychology | Aromatherapy |
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