Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Degree in Strategic Administrative Management (BA SAM)
The BA(Hons) is taught through part-time, online learning to allow individuals already working in business administration to take the next step in their career. The iam has developed this degree with its partners Management Development Partnership (MDP), awarded by a leading UK university.
You will learn how to:
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Critically evaluate individuals and their contribution to the organisation
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Utilise best practice in management systems
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Understand and implement business plans and strategies
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Manage organisational culture and change
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Using marketing techniques in international markets
Benefits to you:
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Design and implement change to organisational goals and management practices
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Prove your ability to operate at the strategic level
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Apply theoretical knowledge to make real differences in your organisation
Study
Entrance to the BA(Hons) is dependant upon holding the iam Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management and successful completion of a preparatory unit to develop the skills needed to study for a University degree. The BA(Hons) can normally be completed in 18 months to 2 years, depending on the time individuals have available.
Preparatory Unit
The purpose of this module is to develop the skills students will require for completion of the BA in Strategic Administrative Management and to give students a greater understanding and knowledge of learning through critical reflection and analysis.
On completion of the unit you will understand:
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how you learn
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the importance of understanding your personal learning style;
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how to further develop your organisational skills;
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the components of an assignment and how to write a good assignment through the process of reflection, analysis, critical thinking and the appropiate use of academic references to support learning.
This unit is an interactive online unit. You will use a handbook to complete activities online. The online platform also provides opportunities to share information with, and talk to, other students. This is an integral part of the unit and it is important to have the technological capability to participate fully.
Content
The degree programme has five elements - three compulsory modules, one optional module (from a choice of two) and a final dissertation:
Module one: Personal Effectiveness
Module two: Administrative management in Context
Module three: Strategic Management
Optional - module one: Culture and Change Management
Optional - module two: International Marketing
Dissertation: a major piece of independent work on a subject of the student’s own choosing
Entry Criteria
Entrance to the BA SAM is designed for those who:
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Hold the iam Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management
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Are current members of the iam in the appropriate grade for the qualification held - MInstAM(AdvDip) or FInstAM(AdvDip). Information on reinstatement of membership or upgrading to these membership grades is available from the iam Head Office.
Assessment
Students will submit one assignment per module for learning and feedback purposes and then sit an examination for each module – exams are held in June and December.
There is also a dissertation - the final submission will be 11,700 - 13,000 words.
Time for completion
The programme is designed to be completed in around 15 to 18 months dependent on the amount of time you can devote to your studies – although up to 4 years is available should you wish to take a little longer
Progression
Successful completion of the BA SAM entitles students to full membership of the iam
BA SAM Queries
The iam has a team of staff trained to answer your BA SAM queries, and can be reached on +44(0)2070912600, or info@instam.org. It is our role to deal with queries about the degree, so please DO NOT contact any of the other iam partners from this programme, who may not be able to help you.
Preparatory unit leaflet
Please click on the link below to download the BA SAM/Preparatory unit leaflet and Registration Form (341kb)
BA SAM Handbook
Please click on the link below to download the BA SAM handbook (844kb)
BA SAM Registration Form
The BA SAM is currently being re-accredited by a new UK University. Until this process is complete, it is unfortunately not possible to register for the Degree.
If you have any questions, or would like to be informed when accreditation is complete and registration is again available, please contact Tracey Joseph on tracey.joseph@instam.org
