The philosophy behind the design of Ordinary Diploma programmes at the Institute of Finance Management is geared towards developing low level managers with technical and managerial skills to effectively and efficiently execute duties within accountancy, banking, computer science, information technology, taxation, insurance and risk management, and social protection professions.
This philosophy is built under the following principles
To cultivate innovative ideas towards social, economic, information technology, accounting and finance applications in business environment and society in general.
To provide professional principles, knowledge and skills that will give the greatest opportunities to serve community.
To provide graduates who are ready to enter employment at middle level.
Prepare students for more advanced studies in their disciplines of choice.
The following are the Ordinary Diploma programmes that will be offered at IFM during the 2013/14 academic year
Ordinary Diploma in Accountancy (ODA)
Ordinary Diploma in Banking and Finance (ODBF) Ordinary Diploma in Computer Science (ODCS) Ordinary Diploma in Information Technology (ODIT)
Ordinary Diploma in Insurance and Risk Management (ODIRM) Ordinary Diploma in Social Protection (ODSP)
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Each Ordinary Diploma curriculum is a two year programme comprising two levels of study: The Technician Certificate at National Technical Award Level 5 (NTA 5) and the Ordinary Diploma at National Technical Award Level 6 (NTA 6).
Each Ordinary Diploma comprises of a specified minimum total number of modules that are spread over four semesters in two academic years. Each module is covered in one semester. Each academic year has two semesters (i.e. 34 weeks). The programmes have a component of assessed project work, which covers 15 weeks of the last semester in the NTA level 6.
The award of a Technician Certificate at NTA−Level 5 shall be made to students who leave (exit) at that point of study after satisfying the following criteria
(a) Have completed all modules in Semester I and Semester II of NTA − Level 5.
(b) Have achieved Cumulative Point Average (GPA) equivalent to at least a Pass, which will be calculated using the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) guidelines.
Upon successful completion of the Technician Certificate, the holder of the qualification will be able to apply skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of activities under supervision of others, some of which are non−routine. The candidate will be eligible for enrolment for Ordinary Diploma in the same discipline of study or an Ordinary Diploma of any related discipline of study.
The Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) programme is a continuation and completion of an Ordinary Diploma curriculum for technicians who have successfully completed the Technician Certificate at NTA−Level 5.
The award of Ordinary Diploma at NTA−Level 6 shall be made to students who satisfy the following criteria
(a) Have completed all the modules in semester I and II at NTA−Level 6.
(b) Have achieved Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to a Pass, which will be calculated using NACTE’s guidelines.
(c) Have completed and passed the project work assigned in the last semester of the study.
Upon successful completion of the Ordinary Diploma qualification, the holder of the qualification will be able to apply skills, knowledge and understanding in broad range of work activities, most of which are non−routine and be able to assume operational responsibility. The
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candidate, who completes the Ordinary Diploma studies, is eligible to apply and enroll in Bachelor Degree in the same field of study or any other related discipline of study.
3.1.7.3 Basic Technician Certificate Programmes
The philosophy behind the design of Basic Technician Certificate programmes at the Institute of Finance Management are focused in developing professionals with knowledge and technical skills to effectively and efficiently execute duties within accountancy, banking, computer science, information technology, insurance and risk management, and social protection professions. The intention is to produce innovative, creative, flexible and self−reliant technicians, by providing them with hands−on experience course of study. As such the graduates will be capable of performing routine technician operations in the area of accountancy, banking, computer science, information technology, taxation, insurance and risk management, and social protection professions.
It is expected that, technicians from these programmes shall have skills and knowledge, and understanding in a wide and critical perspective in issues related to dynamics of the turbulent business environment. In addition, the programmes aim at equipping students with lifelong skills as well as enabling them to proceed with higher education.
This philosophy is built under the following pillars
(i) To develop foundation that will act as an entrance point for students to enter into business, social and computing−based studies or any other advanced studies of their discipline of choice.
(ii) To stimulate student interest in learning computing, accounting and social related applications, motivation in pursuing further studies of their choice.
(iii) To develop problem solving skills related to business operations and society in general, while preparing them to enter the labour market. (iv) To satisfy the requirements of National Technical Award Level 4 (NTA
4) of the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE), regulator of technical education in Tanzania.
The following are the Basic Technician Certificate programmes that will be offered at IFM during the 2013/14 academic year
Basic Technician Certificate in Accountancy (BTCA)
Basic Technician Certificate in Banking and Finance (BTCBF)
Basic Technician Certificate in Computing and Information Technology (BTCC&IT)
Basic Technician Certificate in Insurance and Risk Management (BTCIRM)
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Basic Technician Certificate in Taxation (BTCT)
Each Basic Technician Certificate curriculum is a one year programme with an award graded as a National Technical Award Level 4 (NTA−Level 4) accredited by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE). Each Basic Technician Certificate comprises of a specified minimum total number of modules that are spread over two semesters in one academic year. Each module is covered in one semester of 17 weeks. The academic year has two semesters (i.e. 34 weeks).
Upon successful completion of the Basic Technician Certificate (NTA − Level 4), the holder of the qualification will be able to apply skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of activities under supervision of others. The candidate will be eligible for enrolment for Technician Certificate (NTA − Level 5) in same discipline of study or Technician Certificate of any related discipline of study. Technician Certificate (NTA − Level 5) is a first level of an Ordinary Diploma programme.
Entry Requirements into all Bachelor Degree Programmes
The following shall guide the processing of applications for admission into Bachelor degree courses at IFM.
A. All applicants must show proof that they have completed Ordinary and Advanced level Secondary School Education or equivalent OR have successfully completed programmes at National Technical Award (NTA) Level 6.
B. Applicants with Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) and who have obtained an aggregate of less than 4.5 points must possess equivalent qualifications such as a good Diploma.
C. Applicants for undergraduate programmes under
Direct entry arrangement shall meet the following minimum admissions requirements
A Certificate of Secondary Education Examinations (CSEE) or equivalent with credits in five approved subjects including English language and Mathematics obtained at a single sitting prior to sitting for the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE).
One of the following combinations of passes in the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) or equivalent
Either
Two Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination Principal level credits (in appropriate subjects) obtained in the same sitting;
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Or
Two Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination Principal level credits (in appropriate subjects) not at the same sitting provided the passes are at grade “C” or higher.
Or
At least Four passes at Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Form Four) with at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.7 (Lower Second) at NTA −Level 6.
Entry Requirements into all Ordinary Diploma Programmes
Entry requirements for Ordinary Diploma programmes are shown under titles of relevant programmes.
Entry Requirements into all Basic Technician Certificate Programmes
Entry requirements for Basic Technician Certificate Programmes are shown under titles of relevant programmes.