Leadership and Team Working Level 4 and 5

• This module will explore the skills and qualities of entrepreneurship.

• Module 2 explores what determines the optimum structure and how it differs between organisations. You will look at the numerous models and theories that make up organisational structure.

• In module 3 you will complete exercises in accounts to understand what they are showing and the actions that analysis can bring about.

• This module will ask what is the business trying to achieve? You will understand how to create clear goals and clear plans to achieve a set objective.

• In module 5 you will review the impact of politics on business. You will learn about economic impact, exports and government support.

• Explore the statutory responsibilities of managers as learners look into the legalities of business and business executives.

• Module 7 is all about business in the modern world. This module focuses on governance and equality as a means to do right in business.

• Understanding how your people and your business can continually improve together, you will review reward structures, CPD, training and development to ensure high performance in business.

• In module 9 you will analyse how markets, customers, competitors and products can come together in a cohesive plan.

• On successful completion of module 10, you will have knowledge of numeric exercises and will understand their use within the context of the business.

• Understand what effective management within an organisation is and how it affects the objectives and productivity within a business.

• Learn more about what culture is and how this can influence an organisation.

• Study the personal skills required by a manager to be effective within an organisation.

• Establish the effectiveness of communication, as well as the different scenarios in which communication would be required by a manager of an organisation.

• Discuss the difference between effective and ethical decision and how this can have an effect within an organisation.

• Understand that the people of an organisation are the most fundamental piece of success. You will also learn how to effectively manage performance and how it can be evaluated to produce a better outcome.

• Examine the role of human resources and the role it plays within the success of an organisation.

• Understand the importance of a high-performing team and how this can have a positive effect on the success of a business.

• Develop the required skills to be a successful leader and the essential role it plays within an organisation.

• Understand the importance of keeping your team happy and the role a manager plays in this.

This course is assessed through online assessments and written assignments. Once you have completed each module, you will be provided with an online assessment of 30 multiple-choice questions to complete.

Once each module and online assessment is completed you will be provided with the details for each written assessment. Each assessment is between 3000 – 5000 words long.

You will have access to your course and materials for up to five years. This is more than enough time to give you the flexibility to work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.
Each module contains 40 guided learning hours of study material, and an additional 30-50 hours of optional materials are also provided. These include resources such as exercises, additional reading, internet resources, and self-testing exercises.

You will study this course via distance learning which means you are in control of your learning. Study when and where you choose and at a pace that suits you.
Throughout the duration of your studies, you will have access to one-to-one Skype sessions with your tutor, interactive and informative webinars, and an online social learning forum to help you along your journey.

This course is taught via Online Business School.

Upon completion of this course, you will achieve an IAB Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Teamwork (610/3132/X) and a Qualifi Level 5 Diploma In Business Management (601/6049/4).

The level 4 modules and assessments are equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree, and the level 5 modules and assessments are equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree. On completion of this course, students will be able to progress onto a final year of an accredited undergraduate degree programme or equivalent.

This course will allow you to achieve up to 120 credits.

Following the successful completion of this course, you will be able to put your newfound knowledge into practice and develop your career in business. If after, you’re looking to enhance your business knowledge even further, take a look at the other business courses we offer.

Potential future career job titles:

• Business manager
• Administrative manager
• Operations manager
• Team leader