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Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Postgraduate study short of the full MBA.
Overview
This programme allows learners to acquire deep knowledge and skills to effectively hold a managerial position within a business, industry, or organisation. Learners will be presented with core modules as well as electives to specialise within a specific area. Learners will initially be exposed to strategy and strategic objectives of the organisation, strategic human resource management, strategic finance, strategic marketing, strategic operations management, reflective practice, and research methods. The core modules of this programme allow learners to analyse and assess various business problems and opportunities and use tools which are applicable to different organisations and different industries and sectors. Following this, learners will be able to select their area of specialisation and focus their learning specifically on their targeted subject area, and can proceed with further studies such as an MBA programme, also offered at eie.
Who it's for
Learners who have successfully acquired this Post Graduate Diploma, (MQF level 7, 60 ECTS) shall be able to apply for managerial and director jobs within the field of business administration, in any business, industry or organisation. Furthermore, this programme also targets individuals who are already holding a managerial or directorship position and who would like to further their studies and would like to be more effective in their roles. This programme does not lead to a warranted or regulated profession, but allows holders to further their studies up to Master of Business Administration (MBA) level, which is also offered by eie European Business School .
Modules
Programme modules 10 modules · 60 ECTS
- Organisational Strategy and Innovation6 ECTS
- Leadership and Strategic People Management6 ECTS
- Strategic Financial Management6 ECTS
- Strategic Marketing Management6 ECTS
- Research Methods 16 ECTS
- Micro and Macro Economics6 ECTS
- Strategic Operations Management6 ECTS
- Strategic Human Resource Management6 ECTS
- Sustainable Business6 ECTS
- Professional Development and Reflective Practice6 ECTS
Entry requirements
Learning outcomes
- Critically identify, assess and analyse various business and management theories and techniques
- Critically examine and evaluate the importance of effective strategic human resource management within organisations and its overall impact on organisational performance
- Analyse and critically assess the ethical considerations and their implication of business decision making
- Critically identify and evaluate the use of information technology in business management and problem solving
- Analyse and critically assess the importance of effective finance management to ensure the success an organisation
- Critically analyse and assess the use and importance of strategies in business administration
- Reflect on and critically examine and evaluate the importance of risk management and compliance with relevant regulations when managing business organisations
- Critically assess and analyse the effect that the global environment, as well as its trends and issues has on businesses
- Examine and evaluate global trends and challenges within the field of management
- Exhibit professional verbal and written communication skills
- Apply effective critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Practice effective management and leadership tools and techniques in view of global perspectives
- Source, assess and analyse in detail various information through the effective use of information technology
- Synthesise and analyse information to evaluate business opportunities and carry out effective decision making
- Exhibit in-depth knowledge of the laws and regulatory frameworks relevant to business environments
- Communicate with and manage teams effectively
- Apply qualitative and quantitative analysis to carry out effective decision making related to various business and ethical issues
- Apply effective management tools and techniques to ensure an inclusive and cross-cultural management of a business
- Apply various methods to overcome global issues in management such as language barriers, culture differences, technical developments, and business etiquette and attitude
Assessment
The assessment methods of this programme have been strategically and carefully selected to ensure that the learners have obtained the stipulated learning outcomes. The programme implements both summative and formative assessment methods as outlined below:
Summative Assessment Methods
Summative assessment methods include examinations, case-studies, individual and group presentations, and written assignments whereby learners are evaluated and assessed on their learning and academic achievement.
Formative Assessment Methods
Learners are to provide a reflective journal in certain modules to help them carry out the necessary reflective and critical thinking skills whilst also identifying their strengths and weaknesses. The reflective journal shall be requested in the form of a written document and is to be submitted at the end of the module. Moreover, in the case of practical placements, an element of observation is also implemented as a means of formative assessment.
Fees & duration
Online / self-study
Fees as published by eie European Business School. Your fee is confirmed only on the invoice issued by eie with your conditional offer. Get Qualified tax-credit figures apply only if you are eligible under Malta Enterprise rules.
Get Qualified — up to 70% back
eie's accredited programmes are eligible under Malta Enterprise's Get Qualified scheme. Eligible self-funded students can recover up to 70% of registration and tuition fees as a tax credit after successfully completing the course.
Recognition
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by eie European Business School and is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). MFHEA deems this Post Graduate Diploma to be at MQF Level 7 (60 ECTS) of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
How to apply
Enquire
Tell Aspire Barcelona what you have studied. We confirm the level Aspire can consider.
Offer & invoice
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Acceptance
Meet the conditions, sign the student agreement and pay — eie then issues a letter of acceptance and a receipt.
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