DIPLOMAS
The Virtual University of Pakistan is offering following diploma programs:
(a) Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
(b) Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology
(a) PGD Business Admin (POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration equips the students and in-service employees to meet the challenges and opportunities of the corporate world. The main focus of the program is to provide management-cum-computer education to in-service employees and interested students. It strengthens the management and leadership capabilities of students. The program provides balanced coverage of the various aspects of Business and Management that will allow the diploma holders to meet the challenge of today's technology. Candidates after obtaining diploma can continue Master of Business Administration Program of the university.
DURATION:
It is a one-year duration program that comprises of two semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors’ degree from a recognized university/institute in any discipline with at least 45 percent marks. Candidate having less than 45 percent marks is firstly required to qualify Zero semester.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS:
The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term exams. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course.
AWARD OF DIPLOMA:
To be eligible for the award of Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration students are required to complete course work program (minimum two semesters) of at least 36 credit hour’s course work with minimum CGPA 2.00 out of 4.
Course Exemption: No course exemption is allowed.
COURSES OF STUDY:
The candidates are required to complete the following scheme of study of Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration within the duration of at least two semesters.
Semester 1
|
Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr. hrs |
|
CS101 |
Introduction to Computing |
Required |
3 |
|
MGT101 |
Financial Accounting |
Required |
3 |
|
MGT301 |
Principles of Marketing |
Required |
3 |
|
MGT501 |
Human Resource Management |
Required |
3 |
|
MGT503 |
Principles of Management |
Required |
3 |
|
MTH302 |
Business Mathematics & Statistics |
Required |
3 |
Semester 2
|
Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr hrs |
|
ECO401 |
Economics |
Required |
3 |
|
ENG301 |
Business Communication |
Required |
3 |
|
MKT501 |
Marketing Management |
Required |
3 |
|
MGT411 |
Money & Banking |
Required |
3 |
|
IT430 |
E-Commerce |
Required |
3 |
|
CS507 |
Information Systems |
Required |
3 |
Conversion of PGD-Business Admin towards MBA:
Postgraduate Diploma holders would have the choice to continue MBA Program according to admission eligibility criteria of the University by additionally qualifying remaining courses.
FEE STRUCTURE:
|
Fee for student within Pakistan |
Fee for student outside | ||
|
Admission Fee |
Rs. 2,500 one time |
Admission & Registration Fee |
US $110 one time |
|
Registration Fee |
Rs. 2000 one time | ||
|
Security |
Rs. 2,000 (one time, refundable) |
Security |
NIL |
|
Tuition fee |
Rs. 1,850 per month |
Tuition fee |
US $400 for six months |
|
Admission Processing Fee |
Rs. 200 (Online admission form) / Rs. 50 (on VU purchased admission form) |
Fee payable at the time of admission: US $510/-(includes admission, registration and Tuition fee for six months). | |
|
Fee payable at the time of admission: Rs. 6,500/- (includes security, admission and registration fee) plus admission processing fee. | |||
†Telegraphic Transfer (Virtual University A/C No 3464-12, Habib Bank Ltd, Stock Exchange Branch,
NOTE: In case a student leaves the university or apply for admission cancellation then University shall not refund any paid amount except deposited Security under rules.
(b) DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Department of Computer Science offers Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology. This program has been designed to develop skills in information acquisition, processing, handling, retrieval and presentation. It provides balanced coverage of the various aspects of Computer Science and Information Technology and covers theory and practical experience that will allow the diploma holders to meet the challenge of today's technology. It acts as a conversion course and is intended for those who want to become computer professionals.
DURATION:
It is a one year duration program that comprises of two semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for admission to Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology must have passed with at least 45% marks, Intermediate (Part I and II, or equivalent examination), or I.Com or ICS or DAE or ‘A’ level examinations or a valid Bachelor’s degree. Candidate having less than 45 percent marks is firstly required to qualify Zero semester.
“The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) ‘O’ levels and School Certificate (SC) examinations are considered equivalent to Matriculation, and the GCE ‘A’ levels is considered equivalent to the Intermediate examination. For the GCSE (‘O’) and SC examinations, grades in 06 subjects are considered. ‘A’ level candidates must have passed 3 subjects and required to provide equivalence from Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC),
MATHEMATICS DEFICIENCY COURSE:
Candidates without knowledge of Mathematics will be considered for admission but are required to take an additional ‘Deficiency Course’ during their first semester. However, candidates already qualified Mathematics at Intermediate or Bachelor level would be exempted from Mathematics Deficiency Course.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS:
The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, online quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term examinations.
AWARD OF DIPLOMA:
For the award of Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology, a student is required to complete at least 36-credit hour’s course work requirements with minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00
COURSES OF STUDY:
Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology program comprised of following courses meant to study within the duration of at least two semesters.
Semester I
|
Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
ENG101 |
English Comprehension |
3 |
|
ENG201 |
Technical & Business English Writing |
3 |
|
CS101 |
Introduction to Computing |
3 |
|
CS201 |
Introduction to Programming |
3 |
|
CS601 |
Data Communication |
3 |
|
MTH302 |
Mathematics Deficiency course (if applicable) |
3 |
Semester II
|
Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
CS301 |
Data Structures |
3 |
|
CS304 |
Object Oriented Programming |
3 |
|
CS403 |
Database Management Systems |
3 |
|
CS410 |
Visual Programming |
3 |
|
CS506 |
Web Design and Development |
3 |
|
CS610 |
Computer Networks |
3 |
Conversion of Diploma Courses towards 4-year BS in Computer Science/BS in Information Technology:
Diploma holders would have the choice to complete 4-year BS in Computer Science or BS in Information Technology by additionally qualifying at least 100 credit hours with minimum period of 6-semesters.
FEE STRUCTURE:
|
Fee for student within Pakistan |
Fee for student outside | ||
|
Admission Fee |
Rs. 2,500 one time |
Admission & Registration Fee |
US $110 one time |
|
Registration Fee |
Rs. 2,000 one time | ||
|
Security |
Rs. 2,000 (one time, refundable) |
Security |
NIL |
|
Tuition fee |
Rs. 1,850 per month |
Tuition fee |
US $400 for six months |
|
Admission Processing Fee |
Rs. 200 (Online admission form) / Rs. 50 (on VU purchased admission form) |
Fee payable at the time of admission: US $510/-(includes admission, registration and Tuition fee for six months). | |
|
Fee payable at the time of admission: Rs. 6,500/- (includes security, admission and registration fee) plus admission processing fee. | |||
†Telegraphic Transfer (Virtual University A/C No 3464-12, Habib Bank Ltd, Stock Exchange Branch,
NOTE: In case a student leaves the university or apply for admission cancellation then University shall not refund any paid amount except Security under rules.