ICM Graduate Diploma in Marketing 2 Years Introduction: This programme is designed for those who seek to develop their marketing skills and knowledge. It is suitable for both business students and for those who may be working in an Advertising, Sales, Marketing or PR environment. Entry Requirements: English language competence: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent The Institute operates an ‘Open Entry’ policy in respect of many of its vocational programmes but prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are recommended for those wishing to undertake this programme: Entry Requirements for Part 1 - The minimum age for registration is 17 and applicants should possess one of the following: 1 The ICM Business Studies Group Certificate One GCE A-level plus Three GCSEs (or equivalents) Five GCSEs at grades A, B or C (or equivalents) A suitable BTEC National Award Any qualification equivalent to one of the above. Applicants over the age of 21 who do not hold one of the recommended entrance qualifications may also register for the programme providing they have been in full-time employment for a minimum of two years. Progression: enable the student to apply for direct entry to Postgraduate (e.g. Masters) degree programmes. Programme Structure: There are 8 semesters in this 2 years Programme. Students need to pass all the units for the successful Completion of this programme. Duration: 02 Year (Full Time) Fee: (Without assessment/examinations) International Students: £4000 per year Local Students: £3000 per year Assessment: Examinations which are externally assessed by ICM (UK) Main Intakes: Jan, April, June & September Scholarship: £500 Available for brilliant students with marks 70% or above, varies course to course