About the Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management
This qualification is for individuals who want to use best practice tools and techniques to manage organisations. It enables individuals to work at a senior level, making and implementing strategic decisions.
You will learn how to: - Use business models to design and implement effective systems - Understand and apply strategic decision making skills - Apply best practice in Human Resource Management - Use financial and project management tools - Manage finances and other resources
Benefits to you: - Operate comfortably and effectively at senior levels - Use your knowledge and experience creatively to deliver organisational improvements - Prove your ability to operate as a senior manager
Awarding Institution/University
Institute of Administrative Management - IAM
Programme Outline
The Advanced Diploma is open to anyone who has relevant Diploma level qualifications from the iam or other bodies. The Diploma can normally be completed in 1 to 2 years, depending on the time individuals have available.
The Advanced Diploma is made up of five units: Unit 1:Administrative Systems in the Organisation Unit 2:Strategic Issues in Administration Unit 3:Administrative Management of Resources Unit 4: Human Resource Management and Practice Unit 5: Case Study 2 or Project Report 2
Assessment
The Units 1-4 are assessed by a three hour unseen written paper comprising two sections A and B. Section A has eight compulsory short answer questions designed to test candidate’s knowledge and understanding of concepts and terminology. Section B has a choice of two questions from four designed to assess the candidate's appreciation of the unit. A question will be set from each of the Learning Syllabus.
Unit 5 is assessed by either by a three hour case study examination, or by a 3,000-4,000 word project report
Progression
Completion of the Diploma leads to the Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management. Successful completion of the Diploma entitles students to associate member of the iam
Academic Level
NQF Level 5
Start Date(s)
February and August
Course Fees
£2500 Local Students both International and British who are already in the UK
£3000 Overseas Student while applying from abroad direct to this course
Key Information
Entry Requirements:
Diploma in Administrative Management Level 4 or equivalent
Admission Dates:
January/February
August/September
Duration and Course:
1 Year
Academic Level:
NQF Level 5
Fees:
£2500 Local
£3000 Overseas
Membership:
December (for June Exam)
June (for December Exam)
Exam Registration:
February (for March Exams)
May (for June Exam)
August (for September Exam)
November (for December Exam)
Starting Dates:
18 February 2009 - 4th April 2008, 24 August 2009
