About the Introductory Award in Administrative Management
This qualification is for individuals who want to learn how to improve their skills and understanding of business administration best practice. It also provides a basis from which more advanced skills and knowledge can be developed.
You will learn how to:
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Understand and use key business administration skills
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Work with data and information more effectively
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Apply techniques for better communication
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Work better with other individuals and teams
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Identify problems and act effectively to make decisions
Benefits to you:
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Contribute to the efficient management of your organisation
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Gain recognition for your existing skills
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Learn the information you need to support you on the pathway to a successful career
Study
The Introductory Award is open to everyone, irrespective of previous experience or qualifications. It requires 60 hours of study over as short or long a time as you wish, from 6 to 12 months.
The award is made up of three units:
Unit 1: Skills for Administrators
Unit 2: Individuals Within Organisations
Unit 3: Organisational Skills
For more information about the content of the qualification, please download the Introductory Award leaflet form below.
Assessment
Assessment of this qualification is in two parts:
1. Multiple Choice Examination
2. Creation of a Learning Diary that records evidence of skills for employment as well as academic achievements.
Time for completion
The Introductory Award requires 60 hours of study over as short or long a time as you wish, from 1 week to 12 months. You will need to register with the Institute in order to follow the programme and receive your Award, upon successful completion. The Institute's fee is £60 for this Award which includes a study guide written by a leading specialist in the field.
Progression
Completion of the Introductory Award leads to the Certificate in Administrative Management
Fees
Students will need to register with the Institute in order to follow the programme and receive their Award, upon successful completion. The Institute's fee is £75 for this Award which includes a study guide written by a leading specialist in the field. There is no requirement to be a member of the iam, but students are eligible for student membership, which grants access to online networking communities, the manager journal and other resources useful for study, as well as all of the benefits of iam membership. More information about membership is available on the iam website.
The modes of study, courses and services offered by tuition providers vary between providers, as do the tuition fees charged. Students are therefore advised to contact the tuition provider of their choice for further information about tuition fees.
Next Steps
If you are interested in the Introductory Award in Administrative Management, please complete and return the attached form.
You should then enrol with a tuition provider of your choice. Once you have completed the Award, the tuition provider will notify the iam of your success, and you will be sent your completion certificate.
Downloads
To download the Introductory Award leaflet and Registration Form please click on the link below (472kb)
