Business Management

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Course Description

Distance learning course of 4 modules and 26 sections

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This course is designed for people seeking to understand and apply the principles of managing staff and resources in a variety of businesses. The course is equally suited to the owner of a small business employing a few staff members or a departmental manager in a larger company. It provides a broad but practical understanding of how management techniques can work to your advantage.

At the end of the course you will be able to:
  • Define the manager�s role.
  • Describe techniques for managing resources effectively.
  • List the legal requirements of recruiting staff.
  • Describe techniques for retaining and parting with staff.
  • Monitor and review staff performance.
  • Apply good practice in developing staff.
  • Define equal opportunities legislation requirements.
  • Apply good practice in disciplining staff.
  • Understand techniques for managing time effectively
  • Use methods of dealing with stress and crises.

    Tutor Support

    With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

    You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

    Assessment Method

    After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

    What's Included
  • All study materials
  • Study Guide
  • Full Tutor and Admin support
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    Course Outline

    Study Guide

    Effective Management
    The manager�s role
    Managing yourself
    Managing people
    Managing information
    Managing finance
    Assignment One Question Paper

    Employing People
    Recruiting staff
    Legal aspects of employment
    Keeping staff
    Parting with staff
    Assignment Two Question Paper

    Performance Management
    Performance Management
    Contracts of Employment
    Equal Opportunities
    Disciplinary Management
    Categorising Conduct
    Managing Assertiveness
    Assignment Three Question Paper

    Time Stress & Crisis Management
    Evaluating your situation
    Time balance techniques
    Stress
    Relaxation
    Crises
    Time management techniques
    Assignment Four Question Paper
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    More Information

    Language English
    Content Length 32.00 hours
    Duration of Access Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it.
    Instructor Self Study
    Vendor Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.)
    Course Certification Certificate in Business Management

    All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course.

    Prerequisites/Audience There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.
    Requirements/Materials Included This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks.
    Price: € 308.08 (EUR)
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