Program Overview

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

Overview

This programme allows learners to acquire deep knowledge and skills to effectively hold a managerial position within a business, industry, or organisation. Learners will be presented with core modules as well as electives to specialise within a specific area.

Target Group

Learners who have successfully acquired this Post Graduate Diploma, (MQF level 7, 60 ECTS) shall be able to apply for managerial and director jobs within the field of business administration, in any business, industry or organisation. Furthermore, this programme also targets individuals who are already holding a managerial or directorship position and who would like to further their studies and would like to be more effective in their roles.

Awarding Body & Accreditation

This qualification is awarded by eie European Business School and is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). MFHEA deems this Post Graduate Diploma to be at MQF Level 7 (60 ECTS) of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.

Modules

• Organisational Strategy and Innovation (6 ECTS)
• Leadership and Strategic People Management (6 ECTS)
• Strategic Financial Management (6 ECTS)
• Strategic Marketing Management (6 ECTS)
• Research Methods 1 (6 ECTS)
• Micro and Macro Economics (6 ECTS)
• Strategic Operations Management (6 ECTS)
• Strategic Human Resource Management (6 ECTS)
• Sustainable Business (6 ECTS)
• Professional Development and Reflective Practice (6 ECTS)

Entry Requirements

• Learners must be in possession of a minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree: Students need to hold a bachelor's degree at MQF level 6 or an equivalent qualification.
  • OR
  • Age and Managerial Experience: If a student does not have a bachelor's degree but holds other qualifications, they must be at least 25 years of age and over, and have a minimum of 5 years of managerial experience proved by written evidence.
  • AND
  • English Language Proficiency: All applicants, regardless of their background or nationality, must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Applicants whose native language is not English must provide evidence of their English proficiency through an internationally recognised English language test such as IELTS (score of 6.5) or equivalent.

Learning Outcomes

The learner will be able to:

• Critically identify, assess and analyse various business and management theories and techniques
• Critically examine and evaluate the importance of effective strategic human resource management within organisations and its overall impact on organisational performance
• Analyse and critically assess the ethical considerations and their implication of business decision making
• Critically identify and evaluate the use of information technology in business management and problem solving
• Analyse and critically assess the importance of effective finance management to ensure the success an organisation
• Critically analyse and assess the use and importance of strategies in business administration
• Reflect on and critically examine and evaluate the importance of risk management and compliance with relevant regulations when managing business organisations
• Critically assess and analyse the effect that the global environment, as well as its trends and issues has on businesses
• Examine and evaluate global trends and challenges within the field of management

Learning Outcomes for Skills obtained at the end of the programme

The learner will be able to:

• Exhibit professional verbal and written communication skills
• Apply effective critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Practice effective management and leadership tools and techniques in view of global perspectives
• Source, assess and analyse in detail various information through the effective use of information technology
• Synthesise and analyse information to evaluate business opportunities and carry out effective decision making
• Exhibit in-depth knowledge of the laws and regulatory frameworks relevant to business environments
• Communicate with and manage teams effectively
• Apply qualitative and quantitative analysis to carry out effective decision making related to various business and ethical issues
• Apply effective management tools and techniques to ensure an inclusive and cross-cultural management of a business
• Apply various methods to overcome global issues in management such as language barriers, culture differences, technical developments, and business etiquette and attitude

General Assessment Methods

The assessment methods of this programme have been strategically and carefully selected to ensure that the learners have obtained the stipulated learning outcomes. The programme implements both summative and formative assessment methods as outlined below:

Summative Assessment Methods

Summative assessment methods include examinations, case-studies, individual and group presentations, and written assignments whereby learners are evaluated and assessed on their learning and academic achievement.

Formative Assessment Methods

Learners are to provide a reflective journal in certain modules to help them carry out the necessary reflective and critical thinking skills whilst also identifying their strengths and weaknesses. The reflective journal shall be requested in the form of a written document and is to be submitted at the end of the module. Moreover, in the case of practical placements, an element of observation is also implemented as a means of formative assessment.