Introduction to Management Course (60 credits)

Program Overview

This Level 3 Introduction to Management Diploma equips aspiring and existing junior managers with essential leadership and management skills. It covers key areas such as finance, leadership, business operations, organizational culture, teamwork, and workplace welfare. Upon completion, graduates can pursue university entry or advance their careers in management.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This Introduction to Management Diploma is a level 3 university foundation program designed for individuals seeking university entry or management experience to advance their careers. It is particularly suited for practicing team leaders who aspire to progress to higher management levels. The program provides aspiring and existing junior managers with a comprehensive understanding of effective management skills, focusing on key management areas relevant to the contemporary workplace.

Objectives:

• Equip students with essential leadership and management skills
• Enhance students' knowledge of key management principles and practices
• Foster students' ability to communicate, inspire, and lead effectively
• Prepare students for entry-level management positions or further academic pursuits

Outline:

The program comprises six modules and six written assignments:

Modules:

• An Introduction to Finance: Explores practical accounting and financial reporting techniques used by managers in business organizations.
• An Introduction to Leadership Skills: Examines leadership skills, their identification, development, and importance in motivating others.
• Managing Business Operations: Introduces key aspects of business operations, their functioning within the wider business environment, and the role of operational control in organizational excellence.
• Organizational Culture: Explores the influence of organizational culture on activities and management, emphasizing the significance of ethical business practices.
• Working in Teams: Analyzes the role of teams within organizations, human interactions, and the value of team and group collaboration.
• Workplace Welfare: Highlights the importance of workforce welfare in ensuring employee well-being and the benefits of organizational affiliation.

Course Structure:

Careers:

Upon completion, students receive a 'Qualifi level 3 diploma in introduction to management,' which is fully regulated by Ofqual. Graduates have the opportunity to apply for admission to a full undergraduate degree program at various UK universities or pursue a Level 4/5 diploma in management followed by a undergraduate top-up at UK universities.

The fee for enrolling onto the level 3 course is £2000. Students can make payment using one of the following methods: Credit or debit card Bank transfer Interest free monthly instalments Paypal Western Union ELCAS funding