Extended Diploma in Management (GenEd)
Introduction
This qualification covers key areas of management such as Leadership and Research with a wide range of optional units in areas such as Finance, HR, Marketing and Personal Development. It also provides entry to an MBA at a range of universities in the UK and overseas. The qualification typically takes 9 months full-time study to achieve and prepares learners for a range of careers.
This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of SACL.
Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction.
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Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above.
Entry Criteria
SACL requires no prior qualifications to study Level 6 Extended Diploma in Management (GenEd).
Learners wishing to progress to the final year of an American degree must achieve the Mandatory units listed below.
| Unit Name | Unit Aims | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership and Management | The aim of this unit is to enable the learner to understand the role of leadership and management in organisations; and the use of leadership and management skills to improve organisational performance. | 15 | Yes |
| Research Project | The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to produce a research question and carry out independent research using appropriate research techniques. The learner will analyse and present their research findings, evaluate the research methodology and their personal learning. | 15 | Yes |
| Managing Quality and Service Delivery | To enable learners to develop the knowledge and understanding required to manage and deliver excellent customer service. | 15 | Yes |
| Personal Leadership and Management Development | This unit aims to help learners develop their own personal leadership and management skills to support the achievement of organisational objectives and personal progression. | 15 | Yes |
| Financial Decision Making for Managers | The learners will develop knowledge, understanding and skills required to make financial decisions to meet business needs. | 15 | Yes |
| Accounting | The unit will enable learners to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in financial and management accounting. | 15 | Yes |
| Economics for Business | To provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of the economic environment and its impact on how businesses operate. | 15 | Yes |
| Management Information Systems | To enable learners to examine the use of information systems within organisations. The learners will develop knowledge and understanding of the contribution information systems make to the development and management of organisations. | 15 | Yes |
