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CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT VBS004

Duration (approx) 600 hours
Qualification

Improve your knowledge of management

BECOME A MORE CAPABLE MANAGER

  • Study six 100-hour modules that are flexible to suit you and your interests.

  • Learn about the theory and practice of management.

  • Enhance your career prospects - apply what you learn.

  • Business owners can learn to improve their management skills.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT VBS004
 MANAGEMENT VBS105
 PROJECT MANAGEMENT BBS201
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 4 of the following 8 modules.
 BOOKKEEPING APPLICATIONS BBS203
 BOOKKEEPING FOUNDATIONS BBS103
 BUSINESS PLANNING BBS302
 CONFLICT MANAGEMENT BPS201
 EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE BPS223
 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY BPS103
 MOTIVATION VBS111
 SUPERVISION VBS104

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Improve your job and career prospects

Learn the theory and practice of management

600-hour certificate level qualification.


The Management Certificate is studied by distance learning. You work through the course supported by our excellent tutors who are there to help you every step of the way - marking your assignments and answering your questions.

To pass the qualification, you are required to pass an assignment at the end of each lesson. So for example, there are 6 lessons in the Management module, so 6 assignments.

You are also required to pass 6 exams. Exams can be taken at a time and location to suit you.



COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT
Course Duration: 600 hours.

Start Date: Start at any time - study at a pace that suits you, and with full tutor support for the duration of your studies.

Content: The course comprises 6 modules - 2 core (compulsory) plus 4 elective modules (enabling you to tailor the course to your specific areas of interest).

To obtain the Certificate in Management, you must successfully complete all assignments and pass an exam in each of 6 modules.  The modules are listed below, with more details on each module further down this page.


HOW THE COURSE WORKS
You can start the course at any time.

It is studied by distance learning, so you can study in the comfort of your own home. But this doesn't mean you are all alone in your studies.  Our highly qualified and friendly tutors are there to help you every step of the way.  If you have any questions at all, they are always happy to help.


HOW THE CERTIFICATE IS ASSESSED
The Certificate requires around 600 hours of study. This is made up of six 100 hour modules.

To pass the course –
1.  Pass all assignments on the six 100 hour modules. There will be an
     assignment at the end of each lesson to submit to your tutor for marking
     and feedback.
2.  Pass six examinations – one on each module. These are usually taken at
     the end of the module and can be arranged at a time and location to suit
     you.



THE ADVANTAGES OF STUDYING WITH ACS

  • You can start the course at any time and study at your own pace (we do not impose a time limit for you to complete your studies).
  • Fit your studies around your own busy lifestyle - we provide full tutor support for all the time you are studying.
  • Study where you want to - online studies offer the flexibility for you to determine where and when you study.



Would you like to improve your knowledge and skills in management?  Why delay, enrol today!


Any Questions?

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Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Timothy WalkerB.A.(Botany), RHS.M. Hort., Post.Grad.Dip.Ed. Former Director, Oxford Botanic Gardens.
Kara WightKara Wight - Animal Scientist, Photographer and Business woman. BSc (Applied Bioscience and Zoology), HND (Animal Care), HND (Photography & Imaging) Kara gained an HND in Animal Care and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Applied Bioscience and Zoology. She has a wide range of experience working with animals such dogs, small pets, birds, zoo animals, British wildlife and reptiles. Kara gained this experience working within animal parks, canine rescue centres and a wildlife hospital. She also managed an animal care training facility for a college. At this training facility she instructed and lectured students within Animal Care and Veterinary Nursing from National Certificate level to Higher National Diploma levels. Kara also gained an HND in Photography and Imaging and has 5 years’ experience within this sector. She ran a small portraiture and wedding photography business and also exhibited work in art exhibitions. Kara gained more experience photographing sporting and festival events. Kara currently runs a pet care and training business in the UK and also has entry to undertake her MSc in International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law this academic year.
Tracey Jones (psychology)B.Sc. (Hons) (Psychology), M.Soc.Sc (social work), DipSW (social work), PGCE (Education), PGD (Learning Disability Studies) Tracey began studying psychology in 1990. She has a wide range of experience within the psychology and social work field, particularly working with people with learning disabilities. She is also qualified as a teacher and now teaches psychology and social work related subjects. She has been a book reviewer for the British Journal of Social Work and has also written many textbooks, blogs, articles and ebooks on psychology, writing, sociology, child development and more. She has had also several short stories published.
Diana Cole (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Permaculturist, Landscaper, Environmentalist. Holds a Diploma in Horticulture, degree in geography, permaculture certificate and various other qualifications. Between 1985 and 94, Diana was a task leader with the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers. Since 2001 she has been chairperson of the Friends of Mellor Park (with Stockport MDC). From 2005 she has worked exclusively in horticulture as proprietor of her own garden design and consultancy business in and around Derbyshire; and at the same time as part time manager of a small garden centre. Diana has been an enthusiastic and very knowledgeable tutor with ACS since 2008.


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