Top Graduate Diploma Programs in Management Studies

The management of social economy services has its own specific characteristics which justify an autonomous approach to general training in administration and management.

In this sense, the postgraduate degree in Management of Social Economy Services aims to provide professionals with a comprehensive and differentiated training in the areas of management and administration, adapting the theoretical foundations, instruments of analysis, economic decision and management to the services of economics Social.

This postgraduate course has an academic component that, in curricular terms, integrates a diversified and robust program, which will allow a deep analysis of the particular reality that makes the Social Economy Sector unique.... [-]

Skills and Confidence for Managing across Functions in a Global Context

Global Leader is an international program that strengthens the strategic skills of leaders who manage across functions in a multinational environment. What we provide is a unique opportunity to learn more about different areas of business that impact your career potential.

The program has a similar structure, participant profile and studying format as in Aalto Executive MBA program, and it is often utilized as a springboard to Aalto EMBA studies.

Global Leader is a compact and flexible study program that can be adapted to your personal development needs and time limitations.... [-]

The Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management course provides an opportunity for those in leadership and management positions to further their study in this area within the context of a Christian framework. The course has a particular focus on not-for-profit organisations.

One year full-time or the equivalent part-time. Part-time students typically progress at the rate of three or four units per year.

Eight units totalling 48 credit points

A blended learning approach, utilising the online learning platform Moodle, is adopted for the delivery of most of the units, comprising off-campus learning components and a residential session at Avondale College of Higher Education (Lake Macquarie Campus), or other designated centre, in July each year. The residential session provides opportunity for students to be involved in significant student-lecturer and student-student interaction.... [-]

The Graduate Diploma in Management (Learning) is a one year course which is a great kick-start for graduates who want to learn how to create their own start-up digital media business. The course is designed to introduce students to the associated entrepreneurial skills required and the opportunities in the rapidly expanding independent games, animation and digital content industry.

This course is intended to give students the skills to manage and run their own creative media businesses. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles and roles relevant to this qualification include:

The Graduate Diploma in Business and Management course is made up of 10 modules and each module consists of around 40 guided learning hours. All modules have an additional 30-50 learning hours of optional materials which comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings and internet resources.

This course will be most suited to individuals who are at least 25 years old and have 5 years managerial work experience and do not have a degree but wish to study for an MBA. On successful completion of the course Students will be able to enrol onto our Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management.

Course Structure Semester 1 (5 months)

The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in the manufacturing or services sector, be it private, public or not-for-profit organisations, or whether it is a small- or medium-sized enterprise or a multinational corporation. This course further fosters academic, research and functional capabilities to effectively facilitate the design, planning and operations of a network of interconnected businesses involved in the provision of products and services to end users. By completing this course, the student's suite of existing skills required to manage inter- and intra-organisational resources, capabilities and business operation functions is significantly enhanced for superior performance and value creation.... [-]

Tailored to the local government environment, the course enables participants to build an education program that responds to individual needs as it allows students to develop a study plan that matches the requirements of their professional development. Subjects can be studied through intensive block release and the program can also be used as a stepping stone to a Master of Local Government (C04257).

On completion of the course, graduates have a sound understanding of current issues in local government and diverse communities, as well as an ability to relate this knowledge to their workplaces. The program enables students to have access to a combination of both general and specialist study units via flexible delivery modes. Students develop learning skills that allow them to continue their professional development through short courses or further academic study.... [-]

In this course, graduates gain an understanding of the relationship between individuals and information and knowledge practices.

Graduates have: demonstrated sophisticated information-handling skills appropriate for professional practice in diverse environments an understanding of the relationship between individuals and public/private recorded information and knowledge practices as well as tacit/explicit knowledge, and how this can be valued, captured, structured and shared for effective use an understanding of contemporary issues, trends, innovations and forces for change in information practice as well as the broader political, policy and technological contexts an understanding of ethical practice and the ability to operate with integrity, rigour, self-reliance and cooperation in professional contexts demonstrated creative, critical, reflective problem-solving capabilities in the context of their professional roles and a commitment to lifelong learning. ... [-]

An innovative, flexible structure provides students with maximum choice in selecting subjects and programs of study tailored to meet their personal and professional needs, and responsibilities in the field of management.

The Graduate Diploma in Management is designed to meet the needs of individuals, client organisations and professional bodies for management education.

Career options include management-level positions in industry or government.

The course seeks to build professional competence, along with general leadership, management and critical thinking skills, aligned with the performance of the event manager role. The program includes a range of core subjects that seek to build both an understanding of the event project management process and general business-related skills and knowledge.

The aim of the course is to develop in students the requisite knowledge, understanding and skills to create, plan, market and conduct both public and corporate events in Australian and international contexts.

Graduates have the option of developing their careers in a variety of areas including: festivals, exhibitions, sporting events, conferences/meetings, charities, non-government organisations, hotels/resorts/cruise ships and venues. Additionally, graduates may wish to develop their careers in specialist-aligned areas such as event design/theming, event environmental planning, venue management or risk management/crowd control.... [-]

As organisations look to increase their understanding and knowledge of diversity, this course aims to impart knowledge and competencies on the key issues of the subject, including inclusion and exclusion, flexible working practices, work-life balance and discrimination law. With a focus on developing knowledge and practical skills in analysis, strategic planning and solving issues within the context of managing diversity, this MA is designed for both current HR professionals who want to progress and recent graduates looking for a career in this field.

This course is delivered by academics with strong connections to the CIPD who are highly research active in areas such as managing global and diverse workforces, the relationship between work and life, labour markets, and leadership. By taking a critical approach, this programme enables you to evaluate policies and practices based on the most recent and relevant theory and research findings, empowering you to make evidence-based decisions about managing a diverse workforce.... [-]

Acquire knowledge and expertise in mentoring and professional leadership in the context of their specialist field which complements their current experience and/or qualification(s). This qualification enables professionals in leadership roles to maintain currency and develop their discipline by ongoing professional development.

To achieve the award of the Graduate Diploma in Mentoring and Professional Leadership students must pass a total of 120 credits, including:

This graduate diploma is designed to provide students with an opportunity to acquire additional specialist knowledge and skills in the field of management in chosen strands of business, forestry, health, Maori development, project management and manufacturing management. This qualification further aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge of management required to successfully work in and manage a sustainable business operation in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

To achieve the award of the Graduate Diploma in Applied Management, students must pass a total of 120 credits, including:... [-]

Develop your knowledge and understanding of organizations, the external context in which they operate and how they are managed. Build your language skills with dedicated modules in English for the purposes of study in the fields of Business and Finance and develop a broad set of academic skills to prepare you for a Master's degree in business, management or finance.

Kent's Pre-Master's in Business, Management and Finance provides international students with a route to postgraduate study in a range of postgraduate degrees at Kent Business School.

The programme focuses on developing your academic subject knowledge for postgraduate study while improving your academic skills and English language proficiency.... [-]

Develop your skills and your management skills, through a training and training course where everyone learns to dare to do differently. Blended Learning Manager Training enables you to accelerate the development of your new responsibilities and transform your managerial practice.

EDHEC Blended Learning Manager Training is aimed at professionals with proven professional experience who wish to strengthen their managerial skills.

Prerequisites:

BAC 2 and professional experience confirmed

Admission procedure: