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Events Landing PageThe primary aim of the Certificate in Management Development is within a short and intense period - to produce high calibre individuals, distinct in their abilities, understanding, skills and knowledge associated with the management of business. More specifically the objectives of the programme are to provide participants with:
Special Feature
In consultation with organisations, the course is a one semester programme, flexibly-delivered utilising a block-release mode (2 days per month) and blended approach for the delivery of four modules over a Semester. This delivery mode was specifically designed to facilitate flexibility for the learner. The programme is ideal for anyone without a business qualification and incorporates modules like Strategy & Leadership, Managing People, and a Applied Project in Management Development. This programme provides a bedrock for anyone hoping to pursue careers in management or leadership in a wide variety of contexts.
Mandatory Modules |
Managing People: Theory & Practice |
Strategy & Leadership |
Applied Project in Management Development |
Electives (Participants select one of these; availability of each is subject to demand): |
Operations Management & SCM |
International Business Environment |
Customer Service Innovation Management |
Place Branding |
Service Design Competencies and Prototyping |
Marketing |
Business Research Methods |
At a minimum for students to be accepted on the Certificate in Management Development, the current standard entry criteria are as follows:
Applications for this programme are made online by going to https://v2.pac.ie/institute/6
This course is expected to run in September 2021
Programme fee details are available on the Postgraduate Fee Schedule displayed on our website at www.setu.ie/pgfees
The Certificate in Management Development is a minor award from the Higher Diploma in Business in Management and upon successful completion of the programme, graduates may apply to undertake the Higher Diploma in Business in Management and other programmes within the School for which they are eligible. The School will make available to students all relevant information which will assist them with their career development aspirations.