International Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management (Level 7)
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About the course
Aim of the Programme:
The International Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and understanding of the various aspect of strategic management within the organisational context. It provides a rich collaborative learning experience where learner exchange views with other participants, interact with research-active tutors and are challenged to become reflective managers.
The International Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management also provides learners with realistic and appropriate career-related guidance for early 21st-century employment markets.
Programme Structure
This program consists of 6 compulsory units, which are equal to a total of 120 credits.
Module: ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES
Lecture: 4
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
Harvard Referencing Style Guide
How to Summarise - Assignment Guide
Summarising, Paraphrasing, Quotation for your Assignment
Official Title Pages
Module: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Lecture: 14
Quiz: 1
Module Aim
This module aims to equip learners with the ability to offer solutions to issues pertaining to leadership, management, and the development of human resources within organizational settings. Learners will gain the capacity to assess the efficacy of strategies, procedures, and methods employed in proficient leadership and management, as well as the role played by HRM/HRD professionals in driving organizational change.
Research Philosophies and Principles
VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion
Selecting a Research Topic
Searching and Reviewing Literature
VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review
Developing conceptual Framework
PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework
Research Strategy and Design
Research Methods I
Research Methods II
PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method
Research Methods: Data Analysis
Research Proposal and Writing Up
Research Ethics
QUIZ - Advanced Business Research Methods
Module: STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Lecture: 12
Quiz: 1
Aim of the Module
Upon successful completion of this unit, learners will have acquired knowledge and comprehension concerning the strategic allocation and administration of financial resources within a corporate entity. The significance of achieving organizational goals and optimizing returns for stakeholders will be clear to learners. Moreover, learners will develop a practical grasp of formulating business strategies and crafting extensive business blueprints.
Understanding cost system and its classification
Concepts and Tools of Cost Accounting
CASE STUDY - Activity based costing in Xu Ji Electric Co. Ltd
Understanding the Concept and Classification of Sources of Funds
CASE STUDY - Global Fund Raising Strategies
Understanding The Financial Performance Analysis
CASE STUDY - Financial Analysis Reporting
Understanding the Financial Ratios and its Various Types
Understanding The Budgetary Concepts and Approaches
CASE STUDY - How Maritz Accomplished a 40% IT Budget Reduction
Understanding the Working Capital Management
Understanding the Investment Appraisal Techniques
QUIZ - Strategic Financial Management
Module: STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Lecture: 20
Quiz: 1
Module Objective
In this module, we aim to equip learners with a comprehensive grasp of how proficiently managing human resources can bolster the attainment of organizational objectives across diverse operational settings. Our primary focus is to scrutinize and assess the impact of strategic human resource management on gaining a competitive edge.
Thoroughly assess the function of strategic human resource management
Appraise the organization's human resource planning practices
Engage in a critical examination of the influence of legal and ethical considerations in shaping human resources policies
Formulate adept human resource strategies
Conduct a comprehensive analysis of Leadership and Management theories
VIDEO - Human Resource Management Today - An Overview
Understanding the role of human resource management
Role of Human Resource Management Strategy in an Organisation
Contributions of HRM
Business Dynamics Concerning The Human Resource Strategy
Case Study - Real-time, authentic employee voice feedback
Determining Human Resource Requirements
Fundamentals Of Human Resource Plan
Legal And Ethical Requirements Of Human Resource Policies
Human Resource Management And Organisational Strategy, Structure And Culture
Effective Monitoring Of Human Resource Management Activities
People Development and Human Resource Management
Case Study - Answering the Phone (Training and Development)
Developing Human Resource Management, Recruitment and Selection
Case Study: Solution for Recruiting Hard-to-Fill Positions
Employee Retention Concepts, Tools and Strategies
Organisational Theory Underpinning Human Resource Management
Leadership Practices In An Organisational Context
Strategic Leadership And Organisational Development
Exploring Purpose Of Leadership And Evaluating Human Resource Strategy
QUIZ - Strategic Human Resource Management
Module: STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Lecture: 7
Quiz: 1
This unit offers a comprehensive exploration of fundamental leadership principles and practices. It aims to enrich individuals' expertise, abilities, and qualities, enabling them to effectively fulfill the duties and obligations of a valuable team member and a team leader. These skills encompass proactively driving innovation and improvement, which in turn informs the organization's strategic decision-making and business planning.
Understanding the Principles, Concepts, and Approaches to Leadership
CASE STUDY - King of the Hill
Understanding Leadership Influences: Individual, Team and The Organisation
CASE STUDY - How Google builds the perfect team
Leadership and organisational performance
Ethical Decision Making And Organisational Value
CASE STUDY - Collaboration Shifts a Dysfunctional Culture
QUIZ - Strategic Leadership
Module: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Lecture: 18
Quiz: 1
Aim of the Module:
The objective here is to explore the fundamentals of strategy and change management. This module equips learners with the essential skills to critically comprehend and employ diverse models throughout the strategy and change management journey. This includes analyzing internal and external environmental factors, as well as resource variables.
CASE STUDY - Strategic Management Approach by TESCO
Analysing Business Environment and its Impact on Strategic Decision Making
Understanding the External Business Environment Dynamics
Understanding The Internal Business Environment Dynamics
CASE STUDY - Staying ahead in a competitive environment
CASE STUDY - McDonald's strategic partnership for innovation as competitive advantage
Understanding Market Situational Analysis and Organisational Position Measurement
Analysing The Effects Of Exiting Plans On Organisation
Understanding Mandatory Competency & Competitive Advantage of An Organisation
Understanding The Relationship Between Corporate, Business & Operational Strategies
Understanding Strategic Models & Tools
Analysing and deciding on the strategic options
Developing Appropriate Vision, Mission & Strategic Goals For An Organisation
Developing An Agreed Strategy Plan For New Action Plan
Proposing an Effective Structure For Building Efficient Relationships With Stakeholders
CASE STUDY - Ethics and CSR at Honda
Understanding organisational strategic change management
Implementing Strategic Plan
QUIZ - Strategic Management
Module: STRATEGIC MARKETING MANAGEMENT
Lecture: 18
Quiz: 1
**Module Aim**
The goal of this module is to equip learners with the ability to comprehend the concept of Performance Management and its pivotal role in the efficient operation of an organization. Learners will gain insights into the fundamental factors that impact employee performance across all organizational tiers and learn how to effectively oversee these elements in a constructive fashion. Additionally, this module aims to impart learners with the knowledge required to formulate and execute HR practices and strategies specifically tailored to Performance Management.
Fundamental Concepts in Marketing
Understanding The Marketing Mix
Understanding the Extended Marketing Mix
Understanding External and Internal Environment for designing a market plan
CASE STUDY - How Starbucks is using pricing strategy for profit maximization
Marketing planning and strategy
Strategising for Marketing Operations
Marketing Function Interrelationships and Entrepreneurial Marketing
The Strategic Marketing Process
CASE STUDY - MasterCard Global Targeted Content Marketing
Strategic Positioning In the Business Environment
Segmenting And Targeting Strategies
Fundamentals of Branding
CASE STUDY - Starbucks's Misunderstandings In Australia
Branding Decisions and Strategies
RESEARCH - Market entry strategies of passenger carmakers
Understanding Brand Identity Personality And Positioning
Concepts in Digital Branding
QUIZ - Strategic Marketing
Accreditation
All of our courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to our information in about us for more details.Entry requirement
For entry onto theInternational Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Strategic Management qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in a related subject or the UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification, i.e. bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least five years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case-by-case basis)
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