CREDIT SYSTEM
The Credit System at Enigma Business School (EBS) establishes a standardized measurement of academic workload, learning activities, and completion requirements for all programs. Credits reflect the amount of time, study effort, and demonstrated learning outcomes required to complete each course or module, ensuring academic consistency and alignment with international higher education standards. The Credit System supports flexible, self-paced learning while maintaining rigorous academic expectations.
Purpose of the Credit System
The Credit System is used to:
Determine total program requirements
Structure academic progression
Calculate credit transfer eligibility
Apply Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL)
Measure instructional and independent study workload
Credits ensure transparency and uniformity in evaluating academic achievement across degree levels.
Credit Definition
One credit at EBS represents a combination of:
Guided learning time through course modules
Independent study and reading
Quiz and assessment preparation
Final assignment writing and submission
Credits are assigned based on expected learning effort rather than classroom hours, reflecting a professional, competency-based model of online education.
Standard Credit Requirements by Program Level
Undergraduate Programs
Typical total requirement:
120 – 130 credits
(Depending on specialization and elective courses)
Course structure generally includes:
Core business courses
Specialization courses
Applied learning modulesÂ
Graduate Programs
Typical total requirement:
40 – 60 credits
Course structure includes:
Required core courses
Research and analysis modules
Specialization courses
Final applied project (if applicable)
Postgraduate Programs
Typical total requirement:
60 – 90 credits
Components include:
Advanced research coursework
Doctoral seminars
Dissertation or professional study project
Post Doctorate Degree (PDD)
Typical total requirement:
18 – 30 credits
Focused primarily on:
Research design
Publication work
Knowledge contribution output
Credit Structure per Course
Most standard EBS courses carry:
2 – 4 academic credits per module/course
Larger research or project-based modules may assign:
6 – 8 credits (Graduate and Postgraduate levels)
Assignments, quizzes, and final project work are included in credit calculations.
Self-Paced Credit Completion
Because EBS applies a flexible study model:
Students control the pace of credit completion
There is no rigid semester-hour requirement
Academic progression is recorded per module completion
Credit accumulation continues until degree requirements are fulfilled.
Credit Transfer Policy
Credits earned at other recognized institutions may be transferred based on:
Course equivalency
Academic level relevance
Document verification
Credit transfer is reviewed by Academic Office and may reduce the total number of credits required for graduation.
RPEL Credit Conversion
The Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) allows:
Professional experience
Training programs
Industry certifications
to be converted into academic credits.
RPEL evaluation is individualized and may reduce course or module requirements.
Credit Expiration
To maintain academic integrity and modern relevance:
Credits typically remain valid for up to 7 years
Older credits may require academic review
This policy ensures knowledge remains current in rapidly changing business environments.
Monitoring and Tracking
Credit progress is tracked through:
Student Portal
Academic dashboard
LMS completion indicators
Academic advisor reports
Students may review credit status at any time.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, students must:
Complete required number of credits
Pass all mandatory assessments
Complete final project or dissertation (if applicable)
Pass Graduation Examination (where required)
Completion of credits alone does not guarantee degree issuance, academic standards must be met.
Institutional Statement
The EBS Credit System supports academic flexibility while maintaining academic rigor, transparency, and compatibility with global higher education norms. Credits provide a measurable framework for designing curricula, awarding qualifications, and evaluating student academic progress.
The Credit System plays a central role in enabling credit transfer, RPEL, and international academic recognition, supporting EBS’s mission to provide accessible and high-quality global business education.