Post Graduate Certificate in International Business in partnership with Royal Holloway, University of London
- Duration:10 Days, taken over 18 months
- Cost:€4250 + VAT
- Ref:RHUL
Royal Holloway, University of London is a top 10 research-led university. The School of Management offers a truly international learning experience, and performs at the cutting edge of strategic innovation.
Who is it for?
This qualification is suitable for managers looking to expand their knowledge across all areas of international business and management. Ambitious individuals will find the qualification's blend of technical knowledge, practical expertise and strategic insight invaluable.
What is it about?
The Certificate in International Business delivers a unique mix of practical business skills and academic theory. This wide-ranging and reputable qualification will provide you with the strategic and technical acumen to ensure that you meet and exceed your personal and business objectives. Royal Holloway's strength in international business research means that you will gain a global perspective on how to successfully manage your business.
At the end of the programme, you'll b equipped with the technical and leadership skills to drive improvements in your organisation, along with a leading postgraduate qualification.
Course Overview
This modular programme is structured to be completed over a period of 18 months, with a written assignment and an exam to be completed following each module. One face-to-face two day session take place approximately every 3-4 months, and is fully supported with self-study via extensive reading materials, custom exercises and a groundbreaking Virtual Learning Environment.
NB - Please use the contact form to request more information and to book. Please state if you are interested in The Post-Graduate Certificate in International Business or The Certificate in Higher Education in Management when requesting details.
Module 1: International Accounting and Finance
This module develops your understanding of Accounting and Finance by showing both the differences between the two as well as their scope and limitations. In doing so, you will learn to use and merge both effectively in a strategic context.
Module 2: International Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour
International human resource management and organisational beahviour covers the key principles and analytical frameworks and gives a comprehensive account of the nature of work within the modern corporation.
Module 3: Information Systems and Operations Management
This course will introduce students to some of the main topics in the important field of operations management - the activities which produce the goods and/or deliver the services required by customers.
Module 4: International Marketing
The world of marketing is a dynamic and very exciting one where decision making is at the heart of the marketing process. Globalisation is indeed making the world a global market place - one that this module will provide you with the tools to exploit.
Module 5: International Strategy
Strategic management is concerned with the process by which management plans and co-ordinates the use of business resources, with the general objective of securing or maitaining a competitive advantage.
What will I get out of it?
- A Post-Graduate Certificate in International Business - equivalent to approximately one third of a full MBA. This qualification can be fully accredited toward further study of either an MSc or and MBA
- Techniques to set new standards in your organisation and gain the confidence and expertise to implement change
- A truly international perspective on business techniques
- Over 50 hours of face-to-face training
- Ongoing discussion and support with other managers and tutors through the Virtual Learning Environment
- An extensive array of reading and reference material containing up-to-the-minute information on all aspects of management
- A complete overview of best practice in management that will provide extensive return on investment for both you and your organisation
We also offer the Certificate of Higher Education in Management - 9 Days, €3149 + VAT. Download the brochure to the right for more info on this.
To book either certificate, call us now on (+356) 21322314