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 Diploma of Foundation Studies

Diploma of Foundation Studies - Business

Programme code FS113002B

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2023. Application information for AY 2024/25 will be announced in early November 2023.
Duration of Study
1 Year
Mode of Study
Full-time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
IVE (Haking Wong)
IVE (Kwun Tong)
IVE (Sha Tin)
IVE (Tuen Mun)
IVE (Tsing Yi)
Entrance Requirements
Completion of Secondary 6 (under the New Senior Secondary academic structure) OR Equivalent.
Programme Aims
The Programme aims to deliver a quality education, with vocational and generic elements, that will enable students to achieve both the basic skills required for developing a career in the industry, and a sound academic foundation for further studies. The Programme focuses heavily on communication, in particular English, Chinese with Putonghua and Information Technology, as these areas are particularly important in the workplace. Emphasis is also placed on the development of interpersonal skills and teamwork, and a student-centred approach.
Career Prospects
This Programme equips students with skills required for employment in the service and business sectors and also prepares them for further studies.
Articulation
Graduates of Diploma of Foundation Studies are eligible to apply for VTC’s Higher Diploma programmes, which normally require five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English Language and Chinese Language.
Professional Recognition
Students who are studying Diploma of Foundation Studies - Business are eligible to apply for the student membership of Hong Kong Quality Management Association.
Notes
Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.