Diploma In Management Studies (DMS)

This course is run on a part-time and distance learning basis, from one to three years in length, depending on mode of attendance.

The course aims to develop management expertise through the examination and application of modern management concepts and techniques. The programme is designed not only to give students a thorough understanding of business and management processes, but also to enable them to develop their effectiveness as a practising manager.

Normally each stage is taken over one academic year. You are able to leave with a qualification at any stage on successful completion of the appropriate modules should you decide not to continue.

• Allows managers the flexibility to study at a time, place and pace that suits them
• CD-ROM for each module studied distance learning which guides students through the topic and which contains a number of self assessment exercises and recommended reading
• The required text books for each management module is provided as part of the programme and within its costs

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Postgraduate Certificate in Management:

• Accounting and Finance for Managers
• Marketing: Principles and Management
• People in Organisations
• The Effective Manager

Diploma in Management Studies (DMS):

• Accounting and Finance for Managers
• Management project
• Managing Operations
• Organisational Strategy

Master of Business Administration (MBA):

• Managing Strategic Change
• Research Methods and dissertation
  

Cameron S The MBA Handbook: Study Skills for Managers Pitman Books

Mainly coursework, assignment-based.

This qualification will enhance the career opportunities of any manager. A highly regarded qualification by employers it reflects the high degree of demand both in terms of entry qualification and the rigour and workload associated with the course.