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Accredited by IARC
Prepare well to start up your own business
Seek employment as a manager in an established business
Lay a foundation to become a business writer, consultant and/or teacher
Course Structure The following modules must be completed:
Business studies
Business planning
Financial management
Project management
Introduction to psychology
Industrial psychology
Personnel management
Marketing foundations
Workplace health and safety
Research Project I
!ndustry meetings -attendance for 100 hrs at seminars, conferences, trade shows or other industry meetings. Plus four (4) other modules selected fom:
Bookkeeping I
Bookkeeping II
Entrepeneurship
Sales management
Advertising and promotions
Marketing systems
Marketing Psychology
Module Outlines
Business Studies
This is the starting point, providing a solid foundation for everytrhing else. It has eight lessons as follows.
Establishment Procedures – aims to teach the student how to select appropriate procedures for the establishment of a small business
Management Procedures – teaches the student how to select appropriate procedures for the management of a small business
Communication in Business – how to develop procedures for communicating with suppliers and customers of a small business
Problem Solving – how to develop procedures for addressing problems in a small business
Staff Management – looks at how to plan the management of staff in a small business
Productivity – learn how to develop strategies for managing production in a small business or department within a larger organisation.
Financial Management – how to carry out different financial management tasks used in small business or department within a larger organisation
Marketing Techniques – Evaluation of marketing techniques used in business
Business Planning
Businesses fail because they don't plan. There are certain things that should always be planned for; and systematic proved ways to plan. This module develops a better capacity to plan, and in turn, develop a better capacity to manage business.
Financial Management
Learn how to make your cash work for you and slash your expenses! This course teaches you to take charge of your finances by getting better deals when spending, borrowing or investing. There are more opportunities than you may realise. You will learn important financial terminology and gain an insight into how money works. We'll show you how to make the most of what you’ve got. This course is extremely relevant for both individual/personal and small business financial management. Project Management
Project Management is a skill which is important in all industries and in all sorts of situations. A great project manager is a valuable asset to any company. He/she understands how to keep a project on time and on budget. Develop your skills in planning, strategy, leadership, conflict management and much much more. This course is just as relevant to any type of project, from construction to events or managing a new product launch. Introduction to Psychology
Develop your ability to analyse aspects of a persons psychological state and apply derived knowledge to motivate that person. This provides a solid introduction/foundation for further studies of psychology covering such things as the nature and scope of psychology, neurological and environmental effects on behaviour, personality, consciousness, perception, needs, drives and motivation.
Industrial Psychology
Develop an understanding of how the psychological state of employees in the workplace, affects both their work, and their overall well being. Personnel Management
This course will develop the student’s ability to carry out the various tasks associated with managing personnel, such as recruitment, training and controlling. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and methods that will improve workplace morale and productivity.
Marketing Foundations
Marketing is the cornerstone of most modern businesses. Lack of marketing knowledge is frequently the reason why a good business concept does not succeed. This course deals with all aspects of marketing from presentation and packaging, to advertizing and selling, developing in you an acute awareness of what is needed to achieve and maintain a good market share.
Workplace health and safety
Accidents in the workplace are not only a dramatic event for all the people involved, but also a legal nightmare, highly disrupt work and can be significant unnecessary costs. By identifying risks and either avoiding them or preparing contingencies to deal with accidents, a workplace can reduce the frequency of accidents and greatly minimize any problems when one does occur.
Research Project I
More Information on ACS Distance Education and our courses
Who are our tutors?
Our tutors are all highly experienced and professional, knowledgeable in their field of study. We have staff from around the world, enabling us to gain a wide variety of perspectives. We have a school in the UK and in Australia. If you would like to have a look at our tutors, then click on the “The School” in the boxes above and choose “The Staff” option.
Sample Course Notes
Our courses are all written by highly qualified tutors and writers, who also teach on the courses, so know them well. We strive to update our courses and improve them with new information, methods and knowledge on an ongoing basis. If you would like to see examples of some of our courses, then choose the “Enrolment” option above, and then click on “Sample Course Notes”.
What learning method should I choose?
We offer three learning methods – e-learning, correspondence and online. If you are not sure which is the right choose for you, then click on the “Enrolment” box above, then “Learning Methods.”
How Long will it take to complete the course?
This obviously varies from student to student. Some students will have more time for study than others. Some students may work quicker than others, so it is an individual thing. We estimate that most students will take, for example, 4 – 6 months to complete a 100 hour individual module, but we allow up to 12 months for you to complete it.
Longer courses will obviously take longer. You can find more information on the length of time required and so on the “Enrolment” box, then selecting “Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.”
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If you would like to read comments from our previous students, then choose the “Enrolment” option above, then “Student Testimonials”.
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Who is ACS Distance Education?
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Start a Career in Business Here
This course is internationally accredited through I.A.R.C.
