Post-Graduate Diploma [Management] From Birkbeck, University of London

You will become familiar with current research trends in the study ofÊmanagement, business and organisations, and existing views and debates in the theory and practice of management. You will also develop an understanding of businesses and other types of organisations, such as public, not-for-profit or cooperatives, and the environment in which they operate, as well as an appreciation of the role of managerial processes in the efficiency and effectiveness of organisations.

The Management programme at Birkbeck, University of London also provides an opportunity to develop competencies in management planning, organising, leading and controlling.

This diploma can be taken as a stand-alone qualification (120 credits), can build on the Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits) and/or can be used to progress directly to theÊMaster's degree. Fees for the Postgraduate Certificate and the Postgraduate Diploma are pro rata the Master's fee.

Highlights

• Based in the School of Business, Economics and Informatics, theÊDepartment of ManagementÊis an internationally recognised centre of excellence in teaching, research and consultancy in the broad field of management.

• Our academic staff are active researchers as well as enthusiastic teachers, and regularly publish cutting-edge articles in the world's leading journals. We have particular research strengths in international business and strategy, the management of innovation and entrepreneurship, human resource management, corporate governance, sport management and marketing, as well as financial management and accounting.

• The programme is taught byÊa team with international reputations in their respective areas.

• WeÊengage in significant collaborative research and have excellent contacts with many public and private sector organisations, professional bodies and researchers at other academic institutions.

• You will have access to Moodle, our online learning resource where all information and materials relating to your programme of study and modules are available, as well as theÊBirkbeck LibraryÊand e-Library.

Careers and Employability

Graduates can pursue careers in management, including local and national government, business, and industry. Possible professions include chartered management accountant, management consultant, or risk manager. This degree can also be useful in becoming a systems analyst, retail manager, or logistics and distribution manager.