Introduction to Management Diploma (60 credits)

Program Overview

Introduction to Management Diploma (60 credits)

Overview

This Introduction to Management Level 3 university foundation programme is a 60-credit qualification (equivalent to one A level). It is aimed at students looking at gaining university entry or management experience to gain a promotion or widen their job prospects.

Course Details

• Start date: Anytime
• Location: Online
• Study pace: Flexible, you have up to 5 years to complete this course
• Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma (60 credits)
• Assessment: Online written assignments
• Includes: 1-2-1 tutor support, FREE laptop*, all course materials and more
• Ofqual Link: Level 3 Diploma in Introduction to Management – 603/4373/4
• UCAS Tariff Points: This course is equivalent to 32 UCAS Tariff Points.

Course Modules

• An introduction to finance: This unit introduces learners to practical accounting and financial reporting techniques used by managers in business organisations.
• An introduction to leadership skills: The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with an introduction to leadership skills, and how they can be identified and developed, and to show the importance of providing motivation for others.
• Managing business operations: The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to key aspects of all businesses and how they operate within the wider business environment, as well as internally. Operational control and the provision of best practices and sound policy will be shown to facilitate organisational excellence.
• Organisational culture: To understand aspects of an organisation’s culture and their effects on its activities and its management, as well as the significance of an ethical business approach.
• Working in teams: To understand the role played by teams within organisations and how the human elements interact. The unit also examines the value of team and group working, and how these are formed and work together.
• Workplace welfare: To understand that workforce welfare ensures that everybody employed within the organisation is valued and that there are benefits to be gained from being part of the organisation.

Assignment Unit Titles

• 1. An introduction to finance
• 2. An introduction to leadership skills
• 3. Managing business operations
• 4. Organisational culture
• 5. Working in teams
• 6. Workplace welfare

Entry Requirements

• Age: You must be at least 16 years old.
• Education: You must have a full secondary education.

Cost and Payments

• Course Fee: £2,500
• Payment Options: Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £103.33 a month for 24 months, interest-free.
• Payment Methods: Credit or debit card, bank transfer, interest-free monthly instalments, PayPal, Western Union, ELCAS funding.

Career Progression

• Business Manager: Overseeing operations and strategy within an organisation.
• Project Manager: Planning and executing projects to meet organisational goals.
• Marketing Manager: Developing and implementing marketing strategies to drive business growth.

University Options

• Coventry University
• Anglia Ruskin University
• London Metropolitan University
• University of Derby
• Middlesex University

Sample Certificate

• Qualification Number: 603/4373/4
• Qualification Name: Qualifi Level 3 Business Management

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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