PROGRAMME AIMS
This Executive Diploma in Strategic Management is designed to gain an understanding of how the Balance Scorecard can be used as a strategic planning management tool to re-direct the use of resources to significantly reshape a company or organization in order to achieve the organization’s vision, mission, corporate goals, and objectives. It is designed to equip those who are keen to take up employment in Management within the business sector. Those who are keen to further their education can progress on to either the Higher Diploma in Business Management or gain entry and acceptance into Year 2 of a Bachelor degree.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The Executive Diploma in Strategic Management comprises of three modules. The Executive Diploma in Strategic Management is a professional diploma delivered in a manner that gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and place that suits your personal and work life. You can embark immediately on an Executive Diploma in Strategic Management knowing you can fit it into your schedule.
3 core modules 60 credits
- Change Management – 20 Credits
- Strategic Management – 20 Credits
- Balanced Scorecard – 20 Credits
DELIVERY MODE
Mode A: Blended Learning mode
Available at selected Approved Learning Centres where classes are held plus learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal.
For each module we recommend that Approved Learning Centres provide between 6 and 12 hours of lectures/tutorials and that you spend at least 12 hours learning online.
Mode B: Fully Online mode
Learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal. For each module, we recommend at least 24 hours of online learning.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
An applicant may be admitted on the basis of evidence to suggest that he or she will be able to fulfill and benefit from the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award.
Summary of Entry Requirements
No prior knowledge is required. Applicants should normally be at least 16 years old and preferably with the following:
- Level 3 (QCF/RQF) Certificate;
- 4 GCSEs at grade C or above; or
- Working adults.
Advanced Standing / Exemptions / Credits Transfer (APL)
Consideration for the above for learners admitted onto the programme may be considered either at the beginning of a programme, or beyond the beginning of a programme, through an assessment of that learner’s prior learning, whether certificated or un-certificated. The process for making such a decision is known as the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) is a matter of academic judgment exercised by the appointed panel considering applications and approvals of APL. Where cohorts of learners are to be admitted with advanced standing on a regular basis, the arrangement should be subject to an Academic Progression Agreement.
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE
Comprehensive Multiple Choice Questions (“MCQs”)
The mode of assessment is a carefully designed MCQs consisting of 50 MCQs to be taken either online or in a proctored paper-based final examination at approved centres. The duration of this final assessment will be 1.5 hours. The MCQ will serve to validate the attainment of broad understanding and application of knowledge by learners is related to the intended learning outcomes.
UNIT SPECIFICATION
Participants will be awarded an Executive Diploma in Strategic Management upon completion of the 3 Modules in Balanced Scorecard, Change Management and Strategic Management.
1. Change Management
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Articulate the various key concepts and principles relating to Change Management.
- Apply various techniques and tools to undertake effective change management in an organizational context.
Topics covered include:
- Change and its importance to individual and the organization
- Need for change
- Types of change
- Concept of Organisational Change
- Change models
- Barriers and Resistance to change
- Tools, techniques and change strategies
2. Strategic Management
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Articulate key knowledge relating to the concepts, tools and principles of strategic management.
- Use the required models, tools and techniques to ensure effective application of strategic management in an organisation.
Topics covered include:
- Understanding what Strategic Management is.
- Components of Strategic Management
- Strategic Management Process
- Strategic Formulation Process
- Making Strategic Choices and Options
- Strategic Management Tools
- Strategies in a global environment
3. Balanced Scorecard
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Examine key knowledge required to undertake application of Balanced Scorecard.
- Use the required techniques and tools to ensure the effective application of Balanced Scorecard in an organizational context.
Topics covered include:
- What is the Balanced Scorecard?
- The Three Generations of Balanced Scorecards
- The Importance of Balanced Scorecard
- The Various Perspectives of Balanced Scorecard
- The Various Parameters of Balanced Scorecard
- What is Performance Management?
- The Steps in Building a Balanced Scorecard
- The Balanced Scorecard System Elements
- The Steps for Implementation of BSC
- What is the BSC Designer?
- Tips for Implementing Balanced Card
- Pitfalls of Balanced Scorecard