This programme consists of four courses, totaling 135 hours.

QF Level 4 : Professional Certificate in Workplace English for Executives  Entry Test (Required for applicants with non-SCE credentials in English)

QF Level 3 : Certificate in Business English Communication (Upper Intermediate) *  Entry Test (Required for applicants with non-SCE credentials in English)

QF Level 2 : Certificate in Business English Communication (Intermediate) * Certificate in Business English (Written Communication) * Entry Test (Required for applicants with non-SCE credentials in English)

QF Level 1 : Certificate in Business English Communication (Introductory) * Entry Test (Required for applicants with non-SCE credentials in English)

* To be offered in July 2018.

Students who have obtained a passing grade and satisfied the attendance requirement in each course will be awarded the Certificate in Business English Communication (Introductory).

For Continuing Education Fund reimbursement, upon successful completion of the programme, students need to pass the following benchmark tests:

• LCCI English for Business Examination (EFB) First Level

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1. Completion of Form 3; OR
2. Aged 16 or above; AND
3. Entry Test Result; OR 

Level 1/ Grade F in HKCEE (Syllabus B); OR

Level 1 in HKDSE English Language

The Entry Test is aimed at evaluating your level of English standard and providing recommendation that places you in a programme at the appropriate level.

You will receive a recommendation email within two weeks after completing the Entry Test advising you transfer application to programme at different level.

Entry Test sessions will be held in Hong Kong Baptist University Centre with the following schedules. You are strongly advised to apply for the earliest session to ensure a prompt processing of your application.

Applicants may submit application through (A) online system, or (B) hard-copy submission by mail or in-person.

(A) Application through online system

1. Enter SCE Online Application System and fill in required data.
2. Upload files of the following documents onto the system:
   1. proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
   2. proof for relevant work experience (if any);
   3. any pertinent supporting documents; and
   4. a recent photograph (1.5” x 2”).
3. Make payment for the application fee for admission (HK$120), and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable) through the Online Payment Gateway.

(B) Application through hard-copy submission

1. Download and complete Application for Admission form (SCE-AF-002)
2. Attach PHOTOCOPIES of the following documents:
   1. HKID card;
   2. proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
   3. proof for relevant work experience (if any);
   4. any pertinent supporting documents.
3. Attach two recent photographs (1.5” x 2”).
4. Make payment for the application fee for admission (HK$120), and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable), in the form of a crossed cheque made payable to “Hong Kong Baptist University” with applicant’s name, contact number and programme name written at the back. Applicants who submit application in-person may make payment with cash or EPS.
5. Complete set of application should be submitted either by-mail or in-person at the following address(es).

• Applicants will be requested to present the HKID card and original copies of all credentials for verification. Those who submit application in-person may bring along the HKID card and original credentials for verification.

• All fees paid are non-refundable.

• All documents submitted together with the application form will not be returned to applicants.  For unsuccessful applications, the documents and forms will be destroyed and the electronic files will be deleted.
• Notes to non-local applicants – Part-time certificate/diploma programmes are generally not considered by the Immigration Department for visa purposes. For a non-permanent Hong Kong resident, it is his/her responsibility to check whether he/she can take the programme before making application.

Students can apply for Credit Transfer/Exemption under the following conditions:

1. Credit Transfer will be considered if students have completed (or are currently studying) the required courses offered by the School prior to admission to the programme. Courses concerned will be automatically transferred to the programme and supporting documents are not required.
2. Exemption will be considered if students possess a demonstrated competence (e.g. passed relevant courses in public examinations or other institutes) equivalent to the learning outcomes of the course to be studied. Supporting documents such as course syllabuses, transcripts or certificates should be submitted.

The above request(s) should be submitted when applying for admission. Late application will not be considered. Courses that are being studied or pending for result/certificate should also be reported at the time of admission, followed by the submission of supporting documents for approval upon release of result/issuance of certificate.

Credit Transfer/Exemption will not be granted if such qualifications have not been reported during admission or if they are obtained after registration in the programme.

Remarks for Credit Transfer/Exemption are shown as below:

Limitations for Credit Transfer/Exemption

For all Programmes of Levels 1 to 2, the maximum exemption and credit transfer is limited to half of the total number of programme hours. For all Programmes of Level 3 or above, the maximum exemption is limited to one quarter of the total number of programme hours, while the sum of exemption and credit transfer is still limited to half of the total number of programme hours. In the case that the number of hours of exempted and/or transferred credit course(s) (including the course(s) being studied) has exceeded the maximum allowance, students should submit explanations and approval will be granted at the School’s discretion.

Applicants may refer to the Exemption List for reference.