Increasing competition between national and international companies calls for a greater degree of ability and professionalism on the part of all managers. This advanced level management programme is regularly selected by employers seeking a suitable programme of study for their middle and line managers. The structure of the programme ensures that participants are able to develop both academic knowledge and practical management skills. The qualification also gives entry to a range of other postgraduate programmes.

Course Structure

Part 1

·         Customer Service for Managers and Supervisors (Customer Service)

·         Theory and Practice of Human Resource Management (Human Resources Management)

·         Marketing Planning & Decision Making (Marketing Management)

·         Strategic Management in Theory & Practice (Strategic Management)

(The ICM Advanced Diploma in Business Studies is awarded on completion of all Part 1 subjects)

Part 2

·         Financial Management

·         Leadership Studies

·         The International Business Environment

·         Corporate Policy

* Corporate Policy is examined by means of a Research Project and a Report

The ICM Graduate Diploma in Management Studies is awarded on completion of all Part 1 & 2 subjects

Entry Requirements

·         The ICM Diploma in Business Studies at grades A, B, or C (or equivalent level qualification)

·         A first degree

·         A Higher National Diploma in Business Studies

·         IELTS 5.5, BULATS B2 or TOFEL iBT 79 if English is not your first language

Applicants over the age of 21 who do not hold one of the required entrance qualifications may register for the programme providing they have been in full-time employment for a minimum of three years and hold a senior supervisory or managerial position