Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (EBMA) Leading to the Fast Track MBA (Dissertation Level) - Liverpool John Moores University Leading to the MBA Top Up (Dissertation Only) - University of Plymouth Aim The primary aim of this programme is to develop a range of appropriate knowledge, values, skills and competencies sufficient to enable learner to operate and manage effectively with domestic and international markets. This course provides knowledge of applications and in-depth analysis in preparation for careers in business administration, product management, strategic planning, financial management and control as well as marketing entrepreneurship. At the end of the course, a graduate is expected to be able to: Critically analyse an industry and a specific firm within an industry. Make use of different aspects of business models in making managerial decisions. Perform financial analysis to assess an organisation's financial condition Communicate effectively both verbally & non-verbally for a variety of objectives and audiences. Think laterally, critically, innovatively, creatively, and to make connections among diverse fields of study in analysing business problems. Apply the skills towards complex problem analysis, decision-making and in the application of modern strategic management methods relevant to the field of business administration Explain and apply analytical constructs to business problem solving. Appreciate the values of social responsibility, legal and ethical philosophy in business, and corporate governance through the analysis and symposium of relevant articles and real business cases Perform team work and leadership skills. Design organisations to make and implement specific business decisions under given performance requirements. Perform various business activities necessary for managerial posts that satisfy market demand. Engage in environmental activities that demonstrate his/her environmental awareness. This qualification is awarded by EBMA in partnership with Qualifications Network - An Ofqual Recognised Awarding Body Qualification Level Level 7 Continuous Professional Development EBMA Level 7 Postgradute Diploma in Business Administration provides Continuous Professional Development (CPD). This involves reading study material on professional learning and development and writing assignments, group projects at work place and an end of unit assessment. Career Opportunities The Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration also provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related guidance worldwide for early 21st century employment markets and there will be high demand of individuals in blue chip multinational companies listed in stock exchanges to work as a competent manager. University Routes This qualification is articulated to the MBA at Liverpool John Moores University. Holders of the EBMA Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration can join MBA at dissertation level. Holders of the EBMA Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration can also join MBA Top-Up (Dissertation only) at the Plymouth University. This qualification also leads to advanced masters degree in UK Universities. Click here for University routes Course Structure The Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration has seven mandatory and two optional units. Learners must have to earn 135 credit points to obtain the EBMA Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration. The seven mandatory units include: Unit 01: International Marketing Management Unit 02: Organisational Development and Change Unit 03: Financial Management Unit 04: International Business Strategy Unit 05: Operations and Supply Chain Management Unit 06: Human Resource Management Unit 07: Research Methods for Managers Two optional units can be drawn from the following list: Unit 08: Entrepreneurship and Business Development Unit 09: Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Unit 10: International Economics Unit 11: Business and Sustainability Unit 12: Information Systems for Managers For further information about course, please contact EBMA on 01223 655 211 or info@ebma.org.uk Assessment In order to be considered for a postgraduate diploma, learners are required to complete a combination of mandatory units and specialist optional units. Assessment includes written examinations and assignments which will be assessed according to the generic programme criteria provided in the EBMA assessment handbook for tutors.