Entry requirements: A range of qualifications and/or business experience are applicable. Previous work experience is recognised through APEL. Candidates may be invited for an informal interview to discuss and assess their suitability for the programme
Part-time: 3-6 years (duration is dependent upon level of work-based learning and APEL)
Programme Leader: Lisa Harding
Telephone +44 (0) 1962 827472
Email lisa.harding@winchester.ac.uk
If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 (including 6.0 in writing) or a TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) or equivalent
Start dates: September
Application process: Direct Entry Application Form
The University of Winchester supports the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education. A guiding theme of the FdA Management programme is the need for managers and leaders to generate sustainable value for their businesses and society at large, and to work for an inclusive and sustainable global economy.
Designed with strong employer involvement, the aim of this programme is to provide vocational study that meets the needs of individuals and employers. The skills and knowledge developed are recognised by employers as being of immense value for those working in a variety of supervisory, management or leadership roles. The programme will benefit those aspiring to their first team leader role or who are already working at a managerial level but require a theoretical framework to enhance practical experience.
Throughout this programme all modules aim to focus on current management issues and challenges. These encourage students to manage performance, consider innovative ways to implement change and further develop management skills and leadership potential.
Students learn the main business management functions, for example how to identify and analyse elements of marketing; how to understand key financial reports; how to develop and appraise employees, and to manage self development in a changing world. Students also develop personal skills such as how to enhance communication skills, maximise time and resources to achieve results, and explore how organisations increase efficiency and effectiveness through the use of project management and sustainable approaches.
Core modules include:
• Skills for Management
• Responsible Management
• People and Organisations
• Marketing and Consumers
• Managing Finance
• Business Functions in Context
• Projects, Processes and Systems
• Management Research
• Managing Change
• Human Resource Concepts, Planning and Resourcing
• Business Profitability and Performance
• Business Communication
• Work-based Studies
In agreement with the Programme Leader, students may choose to study one or more specialist modules from a range of areas, in preference to certain pre-defined modules listed above. These might include:
• Computer Applications for Business
• Programming Concepts
• Development of Information Technology
• Leadership and Management Issues in Early Years
• Early Years Policy Management
• Foundations of Sports Management
• Sport Development
• Volunteering (University-wide Elective)
• Selected modules taken from the BA (Hons) Business Management programme
The availability of these specialist modules will be dependent on student numbers and interest, and cannot be guaranteed.
The programme adopts an innovative approach to learning and teaching through combining traditional lectures, seminars, e-learning and tutorials with a programme of work-based activity and involvement. Professionals from the business world share their experiences through specialist lectures interspersed in the programme.
Tutorial and online support provides an opportunity to discuss new ideas and plan study around work-life balance. Students become self-managing and increasingly confident in their thinking by developing the skills of reflection and a personal development plan. The Winchester Business School provides excellent resources which enhance student learning and development.
Assessment is work-related and relevant to the working lives of students on the programme. Emphasis is placed on evidence gathered in the workplace, typically through practical exercises, reflective practice, portfolios, report writing, case studies, time-limited examinations and presentations. Support is given through study skills seminars to enable students to develop their learning skills base.
Professional development
Work-based studies are a core feature of the programme. These enable students to utilise their own ‘real world’ experiences effectively, basing their assignments on aspects of their job. Throughout the programme students negotiate and undertake professional development in the field of management in conjunction with, and supported by, their tutor and workplace mentor.
The programme aims to develop knowledge, skills and abilities to become a competent and qualified manager. Upon successful completion of the programme, students are eligible to ‘top-up’ their Foundation Degree qualification to obtain the BA (Hons) Business Management at the University of Winchester.