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Last Updated: 18 May 2026

Higher Nitec in Business Administration (2 Years)

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.

ITE College East
ITE College Central
ITE College West
Admission type: JAE, JIEH, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELR1B3-B net aggregate
ITE College East
V5219 - 37
ITE College Central
V9118 - 31
ITE College West
V9218 - 27

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

Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JIE 'H':
CollegeCourse code
ELMAB3 net aggregate
ITE College Central
FPBNS5 - 12
ITE College East
FPBNS4 - 12
ITE College West
FPBNS4 - 11

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Course details

Field of studyBusiness and Services
Certification offered
Higher Nitec in Business Administration
Learn more about the course

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 Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).
SubjectGrade
English Language1-7
Additional Mathematics, Mathematics or Principles of Accounts1-8
Any 1 other subject
    		1-7
    For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
    SubjectGrade
    English Language1-3
    Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-4
    Any 3 other subjects
      		1-5

      Internship

      Internship duration6 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.