Diploma in Management (Level 4)
Super Skilz
Summary
Finance options available
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
- Tutor is available to students
Overview
This course has three elements:
1. The Diploma course
2. Management IT skills course modules
3. Management Enhancement skills course modules
All three elements are separate courses, but combined into the overall course curriculum to help better prepare you for a career in Management.
All course modules are self-paced and come with differing access periods. See below for further details (the number of hours indicates the number of study hours). We recommend you complete the courses with shorter access periods first.
- Diploma Course: 2 years access (480 hours)
- Management IT Skills Courses: 12 months access (40 hours)
- Management Enhancement Skills Courses: 6 months access (35 hours)
Total Study Time: 555 hours
Description
Diploma Course Modules:
Unit 1: Using information, communication and technology ICT in Management Studies
1. Applications of ICT in the study of Management Studies
2. ePortfolio constructs
3. Independent web based research
4. Principles of self-assessment and reflective writing
Unit 2: Introduction to management studies
1. Theories of management
2. Management leadership
3. Team building
4. Time management
Unit 3: Practical management skills
1. Principles of management meetings
2. Interview skills
3. Organisational structure
4. Centralisation
Unit 4: Managing process
1. Business planning
2. Process management
3. Managing project processes
4. Quality management processes
Unit 5: The manager’s role in training and development
1. The learning organisation
2. Learning theories
3. Action learning
4. Competency frameworks
Unit 6: Training and development choice
1. Factors for consideration
2. Knowledge retention
3. Standardisation
4. Evaluation
Unit 7: Motivation in the workplace
1. Theoretical principles of motivation
2. Historical perspectives
3 . Individual need for achievement
4 . Cognitive perspective
Unit 8: Effective communication: understanding the communication process
1. Language of management
2. Comparative evaluations between theories
3. Principles of best practice
4. Email as a primary method
Additional Information
Should you require an embossed hard copy of your certificate, you can order this separately after taking your exam. The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.
What’s Included?
- Online study materials to enable the student to successfully complete the Diploma.
- Tutor support for the duration of the course (2 years).
- Certification upon completion.
- All examination fees.
Further Information
- The Quality Assured Diploma is a Level 4 equivalent of the National Qualifications Framework. The Diploma is a 2 year course which is self study and is examined by online examination.
- Level 4 Diplomas provide an ability to gain and apply a range of knowledge, skills and understanding in a specific subject at a detailed level. Level 4 qualifications such as A levels, NVQ3, BTEC Diplomas etc, are appropriate if you plan to progress to university study.
- Level 4 Diploma courses can assist you in career development, continued professional development, personal development, and provision of a basis for further study.
- Progression from Level 4 is to specialist learning and detailed analysis of a higher level of information (for example university level study, Diploma Level 5 study).
- This is a flexible learning course, so the more time you have to commit to your studies, the sooner you are able to complete.
- In the student ‘On Campus’ you are also able to take part in the student chat room and forums as part of our online student community.
- After enrolling online you will receive your username and password to access the On Campus area within 3 working days.
Management IT Skills Course Modules:
- Microsoft Excel 2013 (12 hours)
- Microsoft Word 2013 (12 hours)
- Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 (12 hours)
- Microsoft Outlook 2013 (8 hours)
Management Enhancement Skills Course Modules:
- People as a Resource (3 hours)
- Understanding Your Organisation (1 hour)
- Assessing Performance (3 hours)
- Building the Team (3 hours and 30 mins)
- Delegation (3 hours)
- Leadership (3 hours and 30 mins)
- Managing Performance (4 hours and 30 mins)
- Motivating the Team (3 hours)
- Performance Indicators (3 hours)
- Planning and Organising the Team’s Work (3 hours)
- The Role of the Team Leader (3 hours)
- Managing performance everyday (1 hour and 30 mins) *1 month access only
What do I need?
You will need access to a PC and an internet connection (preferably broadband). You will also need a set of speakers to hear the lessons. If you wish to speak with your tutor online, you will need a microphone and webcam. If you have a laptop, all of these should be built in. If you are unsure about anything, please feel free to ask us.
Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at students seeking to develop essential skills with a view to progressing in their workplace or management; or those considering setting up their own business. The qualification can be used as a standalone award or for further study at degree level.
Requirements
- All students must be 16 years of age and above.
Level 4 Diploma courses require a minimum ‘prior learning to GCSE standard’ in order that students can manage their studies and the assumed knowledge within course content.
Career path
Business Management, Business, Retail Management, Performance Management.
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