HED DB – Higher Diploma
Higher Diploma in Digital Business
12 months Full-time/24 months Part-time
Digital Business
Higher Diploma
Lithan Academy
Course Overview
The “Higher Diploma in Digital Business” is a comprehensive two-year work-study program that combines bootcamps, apprenticeships, and part-time studies.
It covers essential digital marketing topics like Google Ads, SEO, social media marketing, web analytics, and email marketing. Modules include content marketing, video production, marketing automation, CRM, omni-channel campaigns, entrepreneurship, generative AI, and agile project management. Gain hands-on experience through industry projects and data analytics, preparing for careers such as digital marketing manager, social media strategist, and SEO specialist.
Develop and execute impactful digital marketing campaigns, including SEO optimization for enhanced online visibility.
Master WordPress to create engaging websites and compelling content that strengthens brand identity and audience engagement.
Implement advanced marketing automation and CRM integration to streamline workflows and enhance customer interactions.
Strategize and optimize omni-channel marketing initiatives to deliver cohesive customer experiences across multiple platforms.
Utilize agile project management principles to lead teams effectively, ensuring efficient communication and successful marketing project outcomes.
Master these tech tools
E-Learning
220 hours
Projects/Assignments
630 hours
Flipped Class/Mentoring
110 hours
Additional Practice
1220 hours
Assessment
6 hours
Prerequisites
Target Audience
Candidates who have completed GCE A level or its equivalent, those with a Foundation Diploma in Business, IT, or related fields seeking university bachelor’s degrees, and mature candidates with relevant work experience aspiring to attain a bachelor’s degree. It provides a pathway for diverse individuals looking to further their education and career prospects in various fields of study.
Admission Prerequisite
Academic Qualification:
English Proficiency:
- Minimum 1 credit in (Credit in English) GCE A level or its equivalent
- Foundation Diploma in Business, IT, or its related. This must be secured through 9 months full-time or 12-month part-time course. If the duration of the course is less than this, they are not eligible.
- Polytechnic Diploma in Business or Management will be considered on a case-to-case basis
- Matured candidates with relevant experience for minimum of 8 years and above will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent or candidate who has completed school education in English as medium of instruction
Graduation Requirements
Minimum 90 % attendance in all sessions during the first year bootcamp
Minimum 75% attendance in all sessions during the second year part time
Minimum pass grade in the summative assessment of each module.
Minimum 75% attendance in all sessions during the second year part time
Minimum pass grade in the summative assessment of each module.
Module Summary
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Module 10
Module 11
Module 12
Module 1
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Session Plan Details
Get a thorough understanding of essential online marketing strategies. Learn Google Ads, Facebook Ads, SEO, web analytics, and email marketing. Gain skills to create effective digital campaigns, enhance website visibility, analyze data for decision-making, and execute engaging email marketing strategies to drive customer interaction and conversions.
What You’ll Learn
- Google Ads Foundation
- Social Media Marketing with Facebook Ads
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Web Analytics
- Email Marketing
Module 2
Content Marketing and Video
Session Plan Details
Imparts crucial skills for digital marketing, including content marketing, brand-building, email marketing, website design, and video production. Develop strategies for engaging content, design user-friendly websites using WordPress, and create compelling promotional videos. Master techniques to attract and connect with target audiences, nurture leads, and enhance brand presence in the digital landscape.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Content Marketing
- Content Creation for Brand Building
- Developing Engaging Email Content and sequence
- Website Designing using WordPress
- Video Production
Module 3
Marketing Automation & CRM Apps
Session Plan Details
Be equippedwith skills to enhance marketing efficiency through automation and customer relationship management (CRM). It covers marketing automation fundamentals, CRM principles, user journey mapping, and integration. Gain hands-on experience in streamlining marketing processes, managing customer interactions, optimizing marketing strategies, synchronizing data, and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for continuous improvement in real-world scenarios.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Marketing Automation
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Fundamentals
- User journey Mapping
- Integrating Marketing Automation with CRM
- Measuring and Optimizing Marketing Automation and CRM
Module 4
Omni Commerce Campaign
Session Plan Details
Create and execute effective omni-channel marketing campaigns. It covers consumer behavior, strategy development, marketing technology integration, data analytics, and campaign optimization. Analyze consumer behavior, develop cohesive strategies, integrate marketing technologies, and optimize campaigns, ultimately enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction and Consumer Behavior in an Omni Channel World
- Building an Omni Channel Strategy
- Omni Marketing Tech
- Data and Analytics in Omni Channel Marketing
- Execution and Optimization of Omni Channel Campaigns
Module 5
Marketing Venture Creation
Session Plan Details
Gain knowledge and skills in Lean Startup Methodology, Lean Canvas, Unique Value Proposition (UVP), and Revenue Models. Evaluate business viability and cost structures, and learn about marketing channels and scaling up. Through practical projects, apply these concepts, develop strategic plans, and create innovative business ventures, gaining a robust entrepreneurial toolkit.
What You’ll Learn
- Lean Startup Methodology & Lean Canvas
- Problem and Solution
- Unique Value Proposition & Revenue Model
- Business Viability and Cost Structures
- Marketing Channels and Scaling up
Module 6
Product Marketing & Sales
Session Plan Details
Develop a solution sales canvas, navigate the sales & marketing funnel, and optimizing the discovery, lead qualification, and closing phases. Apply Lean methodologies to create startup projects, identify problems, design value propositions, assess market viability, and develop effective marketing strategies, fostering critical thinking and strategic decision-making.
What You’ll Learn
- Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning and Product Market Fit
- Develop a Solution Sales Canvas
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Discovery & Prospecting Phase
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Lead Qualification & Solution Phase
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Closing & Post Conversion Phase
Module 7
Generative AI
Session Plan Details
Explore the principles, techniques, and applications of generative AI, focusing on OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Develop skills to utilize ChatGPT for interactive conversations, content generation, and enhancing business productivity. Create tutorials, applications, research tools, and productivity enhancements, gaining practical experience in applying generative AI models to real-world scenarios and improving their competence in this field.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Generative AI Models
- Introduction to OpenAI & Application of ChatGPT
- ChatGPT Use Cases for Research & Content Generation
- ChatGPT Use Cases for Business Productivity
- Building a ChatBot – Microsoft Virtual Assistant
Module 8
Agile Project Management
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with comprehensive knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies. Topics include project planning, user story prioritization, role assignment, sprint execution, and success measurement. Engage in real-world case studies and hands-on experience with the ClickUp tool to enhance practical understanding. By combining theory and practice, learners gain skills to effectively apply agile principles and drive successful project outcomes.
What You’ll Learn
- Agile Project Management and Project Management using Scrum
- Building a Scrum Team and Scrum Planning & Implementation
- Case Study 1 – About Product Team Implementing Scrum
- Case Study 2 – Implementation of Scrum
- Case Study 3 – Org Structure / Team Structure
Module 9
Industry Project-Digital Marketing
Session Plan Details
Hands-on experience in optimizing digital marketing strategies. Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, focusing on website optimization, search ads, social media campaigns, email marketing, SEO, automated marketing, and data analytics. This project-based approach offers insights into industry best practices, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making, equipping learners with the skills to achieve business goals in a competitive digital landscape.
What You’ll Learn
- Develop a deep understanding of digital marketing optimization techniques and acquire the skills required to meet business objectives effectively in today’s competitive digital landscape.
Module 10
Data Analytics
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with essential skills in data modeling and visualization using Power BI. Starting from introduction to data analytics and Power BI, followed by mastering data transformation, data modeling, and report creation. The module culminates in developing interactive dashboards. Gain practical experience, preparing them to leverage Power BI for data-driven decision-making in real-world scenarios.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Power BI
- Power BI Transformation
- Power BI Data Modelling
- Power BI Reports
- Power BI Dashboards
Module 11
Coding Foundation
Session Plan Details
Acquire a comprehensive introduction to essential programming concepts. Beginning with Python programming, to develop proficiency in syntax, data types, and control flow. Explore data structures like arrays and trees, delve into Object-Oriented Programming principles, and master file handling and exception management in Python. Gain insights into utilizing Python libraries for tasks such as data analysis, visualization, and web development through practical projects.
What You’ll Learn
- Python Programing
- Data Structures
- Object Oriented Programming
- File Handling and Input/Output in Python
- Python Libraries and Modules
Module 12
Video Production
Session Plan Details
Acquire comprehensive skills for creating impactful video content. Explore video content strategy, defining target audiences, and objectives. Develop proficiency in creating engaging videos through cinematography, editing, and sound design. Master distribution strategies across platforms like social media and learn to plan and execute effective video marketing campaigns to achieve business goals and maximize impact.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Video Content Strategy
- Defining Target Audiences and Objectives
- Creating Engaging Video Content
- Distribution Channels and Strategies
- Video Marketing Campaign Planning and Execution
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Module 10
Module 11
Module 12
Module 1
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Session Plan Details
Get a thorough understanding of essential online marketing strategies. Learn Google Ads, Facebook Ads, SEO, web analytics, and email marketing. Gain skills to create effective digital campaigns, enhance website visibility, analyze data for decision-making, and execute engaging email marketing strategies to drive customer interaction and conversions.
What You’ll Learn
- Google Ads Foundation
- Social Media Marketing with Facebook Ads
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Web Analytics
- Email Marketing
Module 2
Content Marketing and Video
Session Plan Details
Imparts crucial skills for digital marketing, including content marketing, brand-building, email marketing, website design, and video production. Develop strategies for engaging content, design user-friendly websites using WordPress, and create compelling promotional videos. Master techniques to attract and connect with target audiences, nurture leads, and enhance brand presence in the digital landscape.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Content Marketing
- Content Creation for Brand Building
- Developing Engaging Email Content and sequence
- Website Designing using WordPress
- Video Production
Module 3
Marketing Automation & CRM Apps
Session Plan Details
Be equippedwith skills to enhance marketing efficiency through automation and customer relationship management (CRM). It covers marketing automation fundamentals, CRM principles, user journey mapping, and integration. Gain hands-on experience in streamlining marketing processes, managing customer interactions, optimizing marketing strategies, synchronizing data, and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for continuous improvement in real-world scenarios.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Marketing Automation
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Fundamentals
- User journey Mapping
- Integrating Marketing Automation with CRM
- Measuring and Optimizing Marketing Automation and CRM
Module 4
Omni Commerce Campaign
Session Plan Details
Create and execute effective omni-channel marketing campaigns. It covers consumer behavior, strategy development, marketing technology integration, data analytics, and campaign optimization. Analyze consumer behavior, develop cohesive strategies, integrate marketing technologies, and optimize campaigns, ultimately enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction and Consumer Behavior in an Omni Channel World
- Building an Omni Channel Strategy
- Omni Marketing Tech
- Data and Analytics in Omni Channel Marketing
- Execution and Optimization of Omni Channel Campaigns
Module 5
Marketing Venture Creation
Session Plan Details
Gain knowledge and skills in Lean Startup Methodology, Lean Canvas, Unique Value Proposition (UVP), and Revenue Models. Evaluate business viability and cost structures, and learn about marketing channels and scaling up. Through practical projects, apply these concepts, develop strategic plans, and create innovative business ventures, gaining a robust entrepreneurial toolkit.
What You’ll Learn
- Lean Startup Methodology & Lean Canvas
- Problem and Solution
- Unique Value Proposition & Revenue Model
- Business Viability and Cost Structures
- Marketing Channels and Scaling up
Module 6
Product Marketing & Sales
Session Plan Details
Develop a solution sales canvas, navigate the sales & marketing funnel, and optimizing the discovery, lead qualification, and closing phases. Apply Lean methodologies to create startup projects, identify problems, design value propositions, assess market viability, and develop effective marketing strategies, fostering critical thinking and strategic decision-making.
What You’ll Learn
- Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning and Product Market Fit
- Develop a Solution Sales Canvas
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Discovery & Prospecting Phase
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Lead Qualification & Solution Phase
- Sales & Marketing Funnel – Closing & Post Conversion Phase
Module 7
Generative AI
Session Plan Details
Explore the principles, techniques, and applications of generative AI, focusing on OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Develop skills to utilize ChatGPT for interactive conversations, content generation, and enhancing business productivity. Create tutorials, applications, research tools, and productivity enhancements, gaining practical experience in applying generative AI models to real-world scenarios and improving their competence in this field.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Generative AI Models
- Introduction to OpenAI & Application of ChatGPT
- ChatGPT Use Cases for Research & Content Generation
- ChatGPT Use Cases for Business Productivity
- Building a ChatBot – Microsoft Virtual Assistant
Module 8
Agile Project Management
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with comprehensive knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies. Topics include project planning, user story prioritization, role assignment, sprint execution, and success measurement. Engage in real-world case studies and hands-on experience with the ClickUp tool to enhance practical understanding. By combining theory and practice, learners gain skills to effectively apply agile principles and drive successful project outcomes.
What You’ll Learn
- Agile Project Management and Project Management using Scrum
- Building a Scrum Team and Scrum Planning & Implementation
- Case Study 1 – About Product Team Implementing Scrum
- Case Study 2 – Implementation of Scrum
- Case Study 3 – Org Structure / Team Structure
Module 9
Industry Project-Digital Marketing
Session Plan Details
Hands-on experience in optimizing digital marketing strategies. Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, focusing on website optimization, search ads, social media campaigns, email marketing, SEO, automated marketing, and data analytics. This project-based approach offers insights into industry best practices, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making, equipping learners with the skills to achieve business goals in a competitive digital landscape.
What You’ll Learn
- Develop a deep understanding of digital marketing optimization techniques and acquire the skills required to meet business objectives effectively in today’s competitive digital landscape.
Module 10
Data Analytics
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with essential skills in data modeling and visualization using Power BI. Starting from introduction to data analytics and Power BI, followed by mastering data transformation, data modeling, and report creation. The module culminates in developing interactive dashboards. Gain practical experience, preparing them to leverage Power BI for data-driven decision-making in real-world scenarios.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Power BI
- Power BI Transformation
- Power BI Data Modelling
- Power BI Reports
- Power BI Dashboards
Module 11
Coding Foundation
Session Plan Details
Acquire a comprehensive introduction to essential programming concepts. Beginning with Python programming, to develop proficiency in syntax, data types, and control flow. Explore data structures like arrays and trees, delve into Object-Oriented Programming principles, and master file handling and exception management in Python. Gain insights into utilizing Python libraries for tasks such as data analysis, visualization, and web development through practical projects.
What You’ll Learn
- Python Programing
- Data Structures
- Object Oriented Programming
- File Handling and Input/Output in Python
- Python Libraries and Modules
Module 12
Video Production
Session Plan Details
Acquire comprehensive skills for creating impactful video content. Explore video content strategy, defining target audiences, and objectives. Develop proficiency in creating engaging videos through cinematography, editing, and sound design. Master distribution strategies across platforms like social media and learn to plan and execute effective video marketing campaigns to achieve business goals and maximize impact.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Video Content Strategy
- Defining Target Audiences and Objectives
- Creating Engaging Video Content
- Distribution Channels and Strategies
- Video Marketing Campaign Planning and Execution
Education Pathway
The Foundation Diploma (Pearson BTEC International Level 3) in Digital Business makes you eligible for a ‘Higher Diploma in Digital Business’ awarded by Lithan Academy.
Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Digital Business
Foundation Diploma
Higher Diploma in Digital Business
Diploma
Bachelor of Digital Business
Bachelor’s Degree
Certification(s)
Certification(s) Earned
- Higher Diploma in Digital Business awarded by Lithan Academy (or) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Marketing) awarded by eduCLaaS (Pearson BTEC)
- Google Ads Search Certification*
- Digital Marketing Associate Certification – Google*
- Digital Advertising 101: How to Develop a Winning Online Advertising Strategy – Hubspot*
- Digital Marketing Course – Hubspot*
- Email Marketing Course – Hubspot*
- Google Analytics Certification*
- Hubspot Marketing Software Certification*
- Hubspot Sales Software Certification*
- Professional Scrum Master™ I Certification*
- Inbound Sales Certification – Hubspot*
*Taking this certification is not mandatory. However, if the learner wishes to pursue it, they need to register for the examination after paying the necessary fees wherever it is applicable. Please note some certification is free. You can find out from the respective website about this info.
Pricing
Course Fee
USD 6,600
Payment Plan
Tuition fee is available for full payment and installments before the start of class. Save up to 100% of your tuition fees with our income assurance scheme. For more details Contact Us.
| Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Digital Business | Installment Plan | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | USD 600 | |
| Month 2-6 | USD 120 /month | |
| Month 7-12 | USD 100 /month | |
| Month 13-30 | USD 300 /month | |
| Total | 30 installments | USD 6,600 |
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