International Diploma in Administrative Management
by Institute of Administrative Management & British University
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
SYLLABUS AIM
The aim of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the key principles involved in managing organisational resources and to provide an appreciation of the tools and techniques associated with managing finance, projects and facilities.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Critically appraise and employ the formal methods, tools and techniques used in project planning and control
Apply various financial concepts and techniques
Evaluate and utilise principles and systems of effective expenditure control
Examine the activities, functions and legal implications of facilities management
LEARNING SYLLABUS
Managing Projects
The evolution of Management and Organisational theory
The Organisational Environment
The changing Environment
Globalisation
Organisational Values
Managing Financial Resources
Financial Management and Finance
The Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements
Capital Investment Appraisal
Managing Expenditure
Budget Statements and Variances
Marginal Costing and Breakeven Analysis
Inventory Management
Managing Facilities
Activities and functions of facilities management
Techniques and strategies for managing facilities
Impact and application of regulations and controls in the provision of facilities
ASSESSMENT
The unit will be assessed by a three hour closed book examination. The paper will comprise of a choice of four questions from eight, designed to assess the depth and breadth of candidates’ knowledge of how administrative management of resources are applied and managed throughout the organisation. The paper will be divided intro four sections and candidates will be required to answer one question from each section.
LEARNING RESOURCES
Students will be expected to use a set text, accompanying the Institute’s Study Guide Administrative Management of Resources and supporting references for this unit.
Recommended Reading
Thomas R. 1997, Quantitative Methods for Business Studies, Prentice Hall [ISBN 0132311194]
