Overview

The programme provides the required experiences to link theory to practice, developing skills and competencies as well as personal qualities and attitudes which are essential for business management. During the course, students will be encouraged to engage in critical and reflective discussions related to the Business sector.

Furthermore, students will also be able to make use of practical tools related to different aspects of business and management.

Knowledge

Learners will be exposed to the theoretical and practical features of Business Management, guiding principles of management, human resources, project management, variations of teams, and economics.

Skills

Learners will develop an awareness and understanding of the external and internal factors that affect the effective management of an organisation, and comprehend the importance and role of Human Resources, to ensure a sustainable operation is maintained within the corporate sector.

Competencies

Learners will be able to deal with daily management and human resources activities in collaboration with other team members in an effective manner.

Target Audience & Occupation

This Diploma is suitable for individuals who wish to work, or who are currently working within the Business/Corporate industry specifically in management. On completion of the Diploma, successful learners can apply for employment within the business sector, as they will have benefited from this up-skilling learning experience. Students will be able to undertake further studies within business and management, work towards promotion in their current occupation and/or simply aim at personal and professional development.  Successful students can progress to Level 6 qualifications on completion of this course (suggested progression would be to MQF Level 6 Undergraduate Degree in Business Leadership & Management).

Total Contact hours 300
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 900
Assessment hours 300

Malta/EU Fee

€1,900

Flexi-payment terms available.

Benefits

Funding

Receive up to 70% refund with the Get Qualified Scheme.

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Duration

12 Months

Starting

January, 2025

Delivery

Face to face/Blended

Language

Delivered in English

Credits

60 ECTS/ECVET

Principles of Management and Leadership – EQF/MQF Level 5 – 12ECTS

  1. Introduction to the principles of management;
  2. History of Management;
  3. Managing in the 21st century;
  4. What is the role of a manager?
  5. Attitudes, behaviour and skills;
  6. Mission, vision and values of organisations;
Total Contact hours 60
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 200
Assessment hours 40
Assessment Criteria

Case Study & Individual Examination  

Human Resource Management- EQF/MQF Level 5 – 12ECTS

  1. What is Human Resource Management?
  2. Resourcing and Recruitment of Human Resources;
  3. Principles of Effective Performance Management;
  4. Human Resource Retention and Development;
  5. What is Human Resource Management?
  6. Resourcing and Recruitment of Human Resources
  7. Principles of Effective Performance Management;
  8. Human Resource Retention and Development;
Total Contact hours 60
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 200
Assessment hours 40
Assessment Criteria

Case Study & Individual Examination

Organisational Behaviour – EQF/MQF Level 5 – 12 ECTS

  1. Introducing Organisational Behaviour;
  2. Types and Concepts of Organisations Structure;
  3. Assumptions of Organisational Development;
  4. Organisational Culture;
  5. Different Types of Groups and Teams.
Total Contact hours 60
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 200
Assessment hours 40
Assessment Criteria

Group Presentation

Marketing in Organisations – EQF/MQF Level 5 – 12ECTS

  1. Introduction to Marketing;
  2. Marketing Tools and Concepts (SWOT Analysis etc);
  3. The Marketing Mix;
  4. Market Segments and Target Markets;
  5. Consumer Markets;
  6. The Consumer Buying Behaviour;
  7. E-Commerce;
  8. Marketing and Sales;
Total Contact hours 60
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 200
Assessment hours 40
Assessment Criteria

Case Study & Individual Examination

Fundamentals of Accounting – EQF/MQF Level 5 – 12ECTS

  1. Introduction to Accounting Basics;
  2. Understanding the role and responsibilities of an accountant;
  3. Taking a look and understanding a financial statement;
  4. Profit and Loss Statement and Balance Sheet;
  5. Differentiating between Bookkeeping and Accounting;
  6. Introducing Auditing & Taxation;
  7. Processing Information in Accounts;
  8. Financial Reporting;
  9. Budgeting;
Total Contact hours 60
Supervised Placement and Practice hours 0
Self Study hours 200
Assessment hours 40
Assessment Criteria

Case Study & Individual Examination

  1. State organizational goals clearly and explain them to other team members;
  2. Discuss the importance of having an effective HRM strategy and the impact it has on the overall organizational strategy;
  3. Discuss the processes of project management;
  4. Present findings;
  5. Report changes in consumer buying behaviour;
  6. Undertake further studies in business and management;

As part of the enrolment process, all applicants will be assessed via Avanza’s interview board. All entries will be assessed on an individual basis.  Learners are required to be 18+ years of age, possess either;

  • MQF Level 4 Course in Management (60 ECTS) or equivalent;

OR

  • In possession of a Matriculation Certificate or equivalent. 

AND

  • Students should also have good command of the English Language and in possession of IELT 6.0 or equivalent.

Each module will be assessed based on a mixture of formative and summative assessments methods; Formative; Individual/Group Presentations, Discussions, Classroom Observations. All formative assessment methods will occur during each module and Tutors will provide students with on-going feedback throughout the course. Summative; End of Module Exam, Module Essay, Case Study (where applicable). All summative assessment methods will occur at the end of each module and will evaluate the student learning.

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