diploma

About the iam Diploma in Administrative Management

This qualification is for individuals who wish to develop their understanding and improve their management skills. It enables individuals to take a systematic approach to organisational and information management.

You will learn how to:

Use the principles of Human Resource Management
Apply new management tools and skills
Use analytical tools to improve management decision making
Organise and communicate with multiple teams
Identify and implement change to systems and processes

Benefits to you:

Manage individuals, teams and projects effectively
Take a leading role in identifying and implementing change for the better in your organisation
Gain the theoretical and practical understanding required by senior managers

Study

The Diploma is open to anyone who has at least 2 years previous experience or relevant Certificate level qualifications from the iam or other bodies. The Diploma can normally be completed in 1 to 2 years, depending on the time individuals have available.

The award is made up of 5 units:

Unit 1:People in Organisations

Unit 2:Administative Systems and Processes

Unit 3: Professional Administration

Unit 4: Information for Decision Making

Unit 5: Case Study or Project Report

For more information about the content of the qualification, please download the Diploma leaflet from below.

Assessment

The units are assessed by a three hour unseen written paper comprising two sections A and B. Section A has eight compulsory short answer questions designed to test candidates knowledge and understanding of concepts and terminology. Section B has a choice of two questions from four designed to assess the candidate's appreciation of the unit. A question will be set from each of the area Learning Syllabus.
The project report is assessed through a 3,000 - 4,000 word report to a senior manager.

Progression

Completion of the Diploma leads to the Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management. Successful completion of the Diploma entitles students to associate member of the iam.