Downloads : More Information: for Course Information and Reservations: Call 077 2204101 / 071 2724425 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (GDipM) The GDM @ Central Campus: Incomparable Learning & Unmatched Progression Pathways For Whom? For young executives desirous of developing a solid career and acquiring a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from University of Northampton, Gold Ranked Public University in UK. The uniqueness of GDM at Central Campus The learning content: Eight modules which will directly contribute to competency development that will enhance employability options, career advancement and performance enhancement in the present role. Incomparable Learning: The knowledge that will contribute to career advancement The knowledge that will enable a young executive to excel in the present role Progression Pathways On completion of the GDM at Central Campus, the next step would be to complete any of the following Degrees from University of Northampton in ONE year. For students who possess 5 years’ Experience, Direct Admission is possible to any of the Master’s Degrees awarded by University of Northampton. Course Content Unit 1. Leadership and Organisation Behaviour • Leadership, in Context and Applications • Individual & Group Behaviour • Organisational Communication and Leadership • Structures and Cultures in organisations
Unit 2. Finance for Non Finance Managers • Understanding Finance Statements and their implications • Budgets: Preparation and Uses • Product & Process Costing, techniques and applications • Ratio Analysis: Interpretation and applications
Unit 3. Strategy and Entrepreneurship • Strategic Thinking & Business Strategy • Strategic Planning Framework & Models • Strategy and Competitive Advantage • Entrepreneurial Mindset & Strategy
Unit 4. Marketing Principles • Marketing Concepts and Processes • The Marketplace and Consumers • Strategic Marketing and Connecting with Customers • The Global Marketplace and Sustainable Marketing
Unit 5. Human Resource Management • HR Concepts and Strategy • People Resourcing and Rewards • Performance Management • Succession Planning, Talent and Career Development
Unit 6. Production and Operations Management • Operations as a Competitive and Strategic Weapon • Resource Planning, Process Management and Control • Management of Quality and New Product Development • Supply Chain Management and Inventory Management
Unit 7. Productivity Development • Concepts of Productivity Development • Tools and Techniques of Productivity Development • Productivity Lessons to Learn from the Japanese • Productivity vis-à-vis Competitive Advantage and Sustainability
Unit 8. Innovation Management • Strategy and Innovation Management • Creating a Culture of Innovation • Concepts and Models of Innovation • Barriers to Innovation and Managing Change Medium : English Medium Entry Requirements: 5 years work experience with at least 2 years in Executive capacity OR A Bachelor’s Degree / Undergraduates / Part Professional Qualification OR Diploma in HRM / Management / Accounting / Marketing / Psychology (Duration : Not less than 1 year) OR 5 years as a Commissioned Officer in Sri Lanka Army / Navy / Air Force / Police Duration : 8 months Mode of Delivery : Online Schedule : 2 weekends per month including Saturday and Sunday from 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm COMMENCEMENT : 6th March Fee Registration Fee: Rs. 20,000 + E Library Fee: Rs. 5,000 Course Fees : Paid by 8 installments x Rs. 15,000 a month
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