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STRATEGIC MANAGEMENTNational Certificate in Generic Management

Now more than ever, we need managers who can think creatively, solve complex problems,

manage change and uncertainty, and build and inspire highly-productive, engaged teams.

If you aspire to be a great manager, then this SETA-accredited, fully-online 12-month

programme is for you.

ACCREDITED PROGRAMME STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Duration: 12 months

Commitment: 8 - 10 hours per week on theoretical content and assessments

Qualification: National Certificate in Generic Management - Specialising in Strategic Management | NQF Level 5 | SAQA Qualification ID: 59201 | Learning Programme ID: 74512

Price: R49 500 + Application Acceptance Fee R9 500

Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other John F. Kennedy

THIS COURSE IS PERFECT FOR● First-time or aspiring managers● More experienced managers without any formal management training● Seasoned managers looking to learn new Digital-Age management principles and

practices

ADMISSION CRITERIA● Matric certificate● The ability to implement knowledge and practice skills learned in a business

environment

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMESAt the end of this programme, graduates will be able to

● Apply essential management principles and practices for leading and inspiring teams

● Develop, implement and evaluate operational strategies, projects and action plans that improve

efficiencies and effectiveness and drive your business forward

● Build strong relationships both throughout your business, and with clients, suppliers and

external stakeholders

● Monitor and measure performance and apply continuous and innovative improvement

interventions

● Apply the principles of risk, financial and knowledge management, and business ethics

● Engage in design thinking processes to address the massive shifts taking place across all industry

sectors

● Lead and manage a damn fine team!

1Module 1: Managing and Leading PeopleAn introduction to the online learning platform (Moodle) wil be followed by an introduction to Creative Thinking and Design Thinking, and the 21st Century management approach. Then building and developing teams, along with improving the organisational culture will be addressed.

2Module 2: Workplace ManagementThis module deals with operational planning and change processes, leadership theories and effective communication techniques.

3Module 3: Decision MakingOperational Decision Making covers systems approach, knowledge management and how to promote innovation. This is followed by decision making related to the human element like performance management and coaching first line managers. The final aspect of decision making is how to monitor, assess and manage risk.

4Module 4: Managing a Business UnitYou will learn how to develop project plans, manage finances for a business unit, how to apply financial analysis and recognise areas of change, then use these insights to inform and develop strategies and plans of action

5Module 5: Strategic Management

The final module addresses you as a leader, and how to manage relationships with strategic partners. Then you’ll learn how to manage information and institutional knowledge. And finally, how to manage and improve staff and communication processes.

30% theoretical component is

balanced by highly practical 70%

workplace implementation.

There are 12 assessments throughout the year, followed by a final integrated assessment at the end.

Benefits

● Apply what you’ve learnt

immediately in the workplace

● Develop essential soft skills - empathy, communication, feedback

● Focus on design thinking as an approach to problem solving

● Ability to manage remote teams● Coping with change management● Promoting innovation within the

workplace● Preparing you to become an effective

leader who inspires teams to navigate the dynamic future

Creative thinking Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

LeadershipSocial intelligence

Adaptability

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Salt River

Cape Town

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Paulshof

Johannesburg

087 227 3283info@redandyellow.co.za