*Competent written and verbal English as well as competent ICT skills*

Where candidates do not have competent written and verbal skills in English/Maths, they can enrol on Essential Skills Literacy/ Numeracy at SWC. Desirable Criteria – experience in supervising a work team.

Participants will be either practising or aspiring middle managers with experience to meet the assessment demands and have a background that will enable them to benefit from the programme. Learners with experience in project

management will also be considered. An interview is required prior to entry on this programme.

Knowledge, understanding and application to industry will be principally assessed through written assignments, presentations and professional discussions. There are no formal examinations.

Learners could progress to the ILM Level 7 Diploma or any other suitable relevant qualification.

The benefits for Learners and employers include using core management techniques to drive better results and encouraging strategic thinking to foster business improvement. Engage middle managers with training and development – this qualification is designed to provide clear, measurable benefits to career-minded professionals.