The Diploma in Administrative Management has been developed for individuals who wish to develop their management skills, gain a professional qualification and have the opportunity to progress to the final year of a degree programme. The Diploma will enable you to take a systematic approach to management by using analytical skills to improve your management decision making. The qualification is assessed through externally marked examinations and assignments.
Awarding Body
IAM (Institute of Administrative Management) www.instam.org
Course Duration
18 Months (full-time)
Entry Requirements
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A-Levels OR Certificate OR any equivalent (NQF Level 3) qualification
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Students (aged 21 or above) with equivalent work experience will also be considered for eligibility.
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IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent Score
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18 years of age or over
Academic Level
NQF Level 4 (equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s degree)
Course Modules
People in organisations
This unit provides an understanding of the people management functions within the organisation. Organisational culture and behaviour within the organisation are analysed and the impact on individuals and the organisation is identified.
Professional administration
This unit considers administration in its wider organisational context and develops an understanding of the role of the professional administrator in achieving organisational objectives.
Information for decision making
The aim of this unit is to develop an appreciation of the need for quality information in organisations and the importance of managing that information to achieve the organisation’s objectives.
Administrative systems and processes
This unit introduces the contribution systems thinking makes to administrative processes and organisational effectiveness. The roles and purpose of different types of systems in an organisation and the methods for improving their operation is developed.
Case study or project report
The case study paper is designed to test the application of knowledge and skills acquired during the course to a real life situation. Alternatively a report demonstrating the application of the same knowledge and skills within a project can be completed outside of examinations.
Career Guidance
Students can go straight on to study the Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management, or begin a career in administrative management. Holders of both the Diploma and Advanced Diploma are eligible for progression on to the final year of first (bachelor) degree programmes run by numerous universities.
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