About the iam Diploma in Administrative Management

This qualification is for individuals who wish to develop their understanding and improve their management skills. It enables individuals to take a systematic approach to organisational and information management.

You will learn how to:

·          Use the principles of Human Resource Management

·          Apply new management tools and skills

·          Use analytical tools to improve management decision making

·          Organise and communicate with multiple teams

·          Identify and implement change to systems and processes

Benefits to you:

·          Manage individuals, teams and projects effectively

·          Take a leading role in identifying and implementing change for the better in your organisation

·          Gain the theoretical and practical understanding required by senior managers

Study

The Diploma is open to anyone who has at least 2 years previous experience or relevant Certificate 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 award is made up of 5 units:

• Unit 1:People in Organisations
• Unit 2:Administative Systems and Processes
• Unit 3: Professional Administration
• Unit 4: Information for Decision Making
• Unit 5: Case Study or Project Report

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

For more information about the content of the qualification, please download the Advanced Diploma leaflet from below.

Admission requirements:

Recommended 4 GCE “O” Level or 2 “A” Level Holder
Local Diploma holder with relevant modules will gain exemption into 2nd year. Students who do not meet the entry requirements need to sit for entry-test.

The units are assessed by a 3 hour closed book examination. The paper comprises of a choice of 4 questions from 8, designed to assess the depth and breadth of candidates knowledge of the unit.

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Progression

Students can progress from this qualification to the BA(Hons) Business Management. Successful completion of the Advanced Diploma entitles students to full membership of the iam.