Diploma in Entrepreneurship & SME Management
The Diploma in Entrepreneurship & SME Management is a program that has been created to provide individuals with the opportunity to learn about the basics of entrepreneurship and acquire the necessary skills to manage their own business ventures. This program is ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and general practitioners who are interested in starting their own businesses or improving their current ventures.
The course is also useful for middle managers who work for large corporations and are interested in starting their own business ventures. The program will equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills to launch and manage their own businesses.
Moreover, students who are interested in pursuing higher education in entrepreneurship and SME management can benefit greatly from this program. It will provide them with a solid foundation in the subject matter and give them a head start in their academic pursuits.
Objectives
- Provide individuals with an opportunity to learn about the basics of entrepreneurship.
- Equip individuals with the necessary skills to manage their own business ventures.
- Help entrepreneurs, small business owners, and general practitioners improve their current ventures.
- Assist middle managers in launching and managing their own business ventures.
- Give students a solid foundation in entrepreneurship and SME management for higher education pursuits.
- Provide a comprehensive program that benefits individuals from various backgrounds and levels of experience.
- Prepare individuals to succeed in the competitive world of entrepreneurship.
Eligibility
- Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc/ADP) or equivalent qualification from an HEC-recognized university/institution, and a minimum of 45% marks or a CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.
- Candidates with less than 45% marks can be admitted after completing the “Zero Semester“.
Course exemption is not allowed for this program.
Degree Duration
The program is structured as a one-year course, comprising two semesters with each semester having a duration of 18 weeks.
Study Scheme
Semester 1
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ECO401
|
Economics |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ENG201
|
Business and Technical English Writing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
CS101 |
Introduction to Computing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT503 |
Principles of Management |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
PSY101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
VU001 |
Introduction to e-Learning |
Required |
|
1 (Theory:1), Practical:0) |
|
Semester 2
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MGT101
|
Financial Accounting |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT301
|
Principles of Marketing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT520 |
International Business |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT601 |
SME Management |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT602 |
Entrepreneurship |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
Assessment of Study Progress
The evaluation of students’ academic progress is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester, including assignments, online quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), and mid-term and final term exams. The mid and final-term exams are conducted at VU’s designated exam centers and typically account for 80-85% of the total marks for a course.
Award of Diploma
To receive the Diploma in Diploma in Entrepreneurship & SME Management, students must complete a minimum of two semesters of coursework, consisting of at least 30 credit hours, and achieve a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.
Fee Structure
| Degree Program | Admission Fee | Registration Fee | Security Fee | Admission Processing Fee | Semester Enrollment Fee | Per credit hour fee | Fee of Convocation | Fee payable at admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Diploma |
3,000 |
2,500 |
2,000 |
600 |
1,000 |
1300 |
2,000 |
13,000 |
Fee Structure within Pakistan
Semester fee Approximately Rs. 21,500/-
Disclaimer
- The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up to date with those taught at top universities, considering the needs of local industry and the job market.
- The University may alter its fee structure from time to time.