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Last Updated: 21 Feb 2025

Higher Nitec in Business Administration (2 years)

Are you looking to start your career in the world of business? Do you want to gain a competitive edge in the job market? Higher Nitec in Business Administration course is the perfect opportunity for you to gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the business industry. Our comprehensive program covers a wide range of topics including finance, human resources, marketing, data analytics, business automation, and entrepreneurship. With our experienced and knowledgeable lecturers working closely with industry experts, you will have the opportunity to learn from the best and gain hands-on experience through internships and real-world projects.

ITE College Central
ITE College East
ITE College West
Admission type: JAE , JIEH , ITE EAE
Course duration : 2 years
Course codes and aggregates for 2025 JAE:
College Course code
ELR1B3-B aggregate
ITE College Central
 V91 11 - 31
ITE College East
 V52 21 - 35
ITE College West
 V92 17 - 29

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2BA and applies to all colleges.

Course codes and aggregates for 2024 JIE 'H':
College Course code
ELMAB3 aggregate
ITE College Central
 FPBNS 4 - 9
ITE College East
 FPBNS -
ITE College West
 FPBNS -

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Course details

Field of study Business and Services
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Business Administration
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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE

To be eligible for admission, you must have also sat for Additional Mathematics or Mathematics.

Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Additional Mathematics, Mathematics or Principles of Accounts 1-8

Any 1 other subject
1-7
For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
Subject Grade
English Language 1-3
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics 1-4

Any 3 other subjects
1-5

Internship

Internship duration 6 months

Career prospects

Career opportunities include Business Support Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Support Specialist, Human Resource Associate, Payroll Associate, Talent Acquisition Associate, Learning and Development Executive, HR Coordinator, Employee Relations Associate, and Customer Service Officer.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Intake Exercise 'H' (JIE 'H')

You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.

ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

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