Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit develops an understanding of the principles of business and the different legal formations by which organisations operate. You will be introduced to common organisational structures and learn to evaluate quantitative and qualitative data to make judgements about the types of structures suitable for different businesses.
You will also look at the way organisations are managed at an operational and strategic level. This will include a review of the requirements for corporate governance, performance standards, operating procedures and ethical practice.
You will learn about organisational infrastructure and examine physical and human resources and their role in delivering organisational performance.
You will develop problem solving skills through the use of case study activities which will enable you to apply the theories and concepts covered in the unit in real-life contexts.
As you progress you will develop qualities and skills valued by employers such as the ability to use relevant management tools.
Assessed by a timed open book exam.
Qualifications for this unit
ABE Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Business Management
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Marketing
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
Qualifications for this unit
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Marketing
Level 4 means the same of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree. Our qualification provides a thorough grounding in the core principles of marketing and business management.
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
Level 4 means the same level as year one of a Bachelors degree. With this qualification you gain a thorough grounding in contemporary Business Management with a particular focus on the principles of Human Resources (HR).
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
Level 4 means the same level of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree. This qualification gives you a thorough grounding in Business Management and it is a great springboard for progressing to higher levels of academic study.
ABE Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Business Management
Level 4 means the same level of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree. This shorter Foundation Diploma in Business Management provides a good general grounding in the core aspects of business.