ICM Graduate Diploma in Management Studies

Introduction

The increasing competition between national and international companies calls for a greater degree of ability and professionalism on the part of the managers.

Employers seeking a suitable programme of study for their middle and line managers regularly select this advanced level management programme.

The structure of the programme ensures that participants are able to develop both academic knowledge and practical management skills. The qualification also gives entry to a range of other postgraduate programmes

Programme Objectives

This programme is designed to provide senior supervisors, managers and advanced level business students with a post graduate/post experience level management qualification for career development purposes.

Course Structure

Part 1     1.  Customer Service

              2.  Human Resources Management

              3.  Marketing Management

              4.  Strategic Management

(An Advanced Diploma in Business Studies is awarded on completion of all Part 1 subjects by the Institute of Commercial Management)

Part 2     1.  Corporate Policy*

              2.  Financial Management

              3.  Leadership Studies

              4. The International Business Environment

              *   Corporate Policy is examined by means of a research Project

(A Graduate Diploma in Management Studies is awarded on completion of all Part 1 & Part 2 subjects)

Examinations

Externally set and marked by the Institute of Commercial Management. Examinations are held in March, June, September and December each year. Candidates must be registered and paid-up Students Members of the Institute at the time they undertake the examination.

Entry Requirements

  * The ICM Diploma in Business Studies at Grades A, B, C (or an equivalent  level qualification)

  * A fist degree

  * A higher National Diploma in Business Studies

Duration: 18 Months