Essential Management Skills

This course provides an in-depth exploration of key management skills, giving you the skills and techniques you need to become an effective manager. It is ideal if you are new to this role, helping you to meet the demands, challenges and responsibilities that come with a management position.

You may also find this course useful if you are a more experienced manager who would like to consolidate your existing knowledge and skills.

Subjects covered include: key responsibilities of a manager; identifying and developing your natural leadership style; understanding teams; defining your team's vision and purpose; developing a winning team culture; motivating your team; monitoring performance and conducting appraisals; communicating with your team; manage underperformers effectively; developing your people; time management.

The course includes all study material, course book, Brilliant Management, by Nic Peeling a detailed guide to study skills, and full tutorial support from your expert personal tutor.

On successful completion of the course students are awarded a Learning Curve certificate. Learning Curve is accredited as a training provider by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.

Our course is composed of 4 easy-to-follow modules. There are 4 tutor-marked assignments. It involves approximately 28 hours of study time.