"Business Management NCFE Level 2"

Student Profile

This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Business Management . No prior knowledge is required.

Objectives

At the end of the course you will be able to:

· Define the manager’s role

· Describe techniques for managing resources effectively

· List the legal requirements of recruiting staff

· Describe techniques for retaining and parting with staff

· Monitor and review staff performance

· Apply good practice in developing staff

· Define equal opportunities legislation requirements

· Apply good practice in disciplining staff

· Understand techniques for managing time effectively

· Use methods of dealing with stress and crises

Accreditation

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.  The course is provided in conjunction with Kendal Publishing Limited – a licenced NCFE centre.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Assessment

Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Course Duration

Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies. The course will take around 120 hours of study to complete.

Pack/Course Contents

· Studyguide

· Comprehensive study notes for each element of the course

· Self-assessment activities

· Assignments

· Tutor support

· Assignment marking & feedback

· Accreditation

Price

The cost of the course is £230 inclusive of learning materials, tutor support, assignment marking, NCFE registration and accreditation.

COURSE CONTENT

The course is divided up into four modules, as follows:

Module 1: Effective Management

The manager’s role
Managing yourself
Managing information
Managing finance

Module 2: Employing People

Recruiting staff
Legal aspects of employment
Keeping staff
Parting with staff

Module 3: Performance Management

Performance Management
Contracts of Employment
Equal Opportunities
Disciplinary Management
Categorising Conduct
Managing Assertiveness

Module 4: Time Stress & Crisis Management

Evaluating your situation
Time balance techniques
Stress
Relaxation
Crises
Time management techniques