Post Graduate Certificate in Management Studies
PG Certificate in Management Studies
Description of the sector
The programme provides students with an understanding some of the areas of management at a graduate level.
The programme’s curriculum pulls together some of the basic areas of management at level 7, as the programme equips students with skills to manage Marketing, Operations Management, Human Resources Management and Financial Analysis.
The programme will enable students to:
- Understand new management theories and use them to their full potential.
- Gain expertise in the developments of management strategies.
Assessment is through assignments and examinations, while classes are held on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings, on a fortnightly basis.
The length of the PG Certificate course is one semester, and the degree is awarded by UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER, UK.
Upon successful completion, it is possible to continue studies with the aim of obtaining the Post Graduate Diploma (DMS), by attending only 4 additional modules.
Course Structure
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The aim of this module is to present all latest developments on human resource management and discuss its vital role for the company’s performance. During lectures, key theories and concepts will be analysed such as recruitment and selection procedures, job analysis and specifications, motivation, performance evaluation etc. The main objective includes the understanding of the key theories and the ability to apply them in different sectors and organizations. Theories, techniques and methods are supplied through in-class activities, group work and self-reflection.
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This module introduces students to the financial statements of sole traders, small limited companies and PLCs together with a broad based and basic understanding of the regulatory framework within which plc’s report to stakeholders. The financial performance and position of organisations will be analysed. Students will learn to produce a forecast cash flow, income statement and balance sheet from raw data, and will use analytical techniques such as breakeven analysis, net present value and internal rate of return to assess the risk and financial return of new projects and business proposals.
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The module introduces students to the principles of operations management with a bias towards service operations. The context of operations management within an organisation’s business strategy is also explored. In addition, the module provides an introduction to project management, including the allocation of resources, using a practical approach through the application of Microsoft Project© rather than the drawing of network diagrams.
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This module introduces students to marketing, explaining the importance of a marketing orientation. The course takes students through the stages of developing, testing and implementing a marketing strategy, and aims to develop an understanding of the key marketing concepts and how these relate to organisational performance. Students will learn how to conduct detailed environment analysis, how to develop appropriate segmentation, targeting, and positioning strategies, and how to prepare marketing plans with appropriate mix activity and control mechanisms. The course includes the financial implications of marketing mix activity and the assessment of risk.
Postgraduate entry requirements
A minimum of two years of work experience at supervisor level.
In order to register for any of the above courses, one needs to apply in writing, and will be accepted on the course pending an evaluation.
As you are already working in business, you are expected to have an appropriate level of competence in English that will enable you to access reading materials.
Supporting Documents
- Copies of diplomas or professional qualifications
- 2 colour passport size photos (3x4,5)
- A copy of your identification card
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Certificate of Employment
- Curriculum Vitae
By registering at ICBS, students simultaneously enrolled in the University of Winchester, which grants the student card.
