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Postgraduate Diploma in Management

The Postgraduate Diploma in Management is a 2-semester programme designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the field of management. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students will gain a thorough understanding of core management principles and practices, enabling them to effectively lead teams and organizations. The programme covers a wide range of subjects including strategic management, human resource management, financial management, marketing, and operations management.
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Faculty of Management, Social, & Media Sciences
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Online / Blended
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2 Semesters

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Duration

2 Semesters

Study Mode

Online / Blended Learning

Faculty

Faculty of Management, Social, & Media Sciences

Programme Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Management is a 2-semester programme designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the field of management. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students will gain a thorough understanding of core management principles and practices, enabling them to effectively lead teams and organizations. The programme covers a wide range of subjects including strategic management, human resource management, financial management, marketing, and operations management.

Programme Objectives

  1. To enhance students’ management competencies by providing a solid foundation in key management principles and practices.
  2. To develop leadership skills through interactive learning experiences and practical exercises, enabling them to effectively lead and inspire others.
  3. To equip students with the ability to think strategically, analyze business contexts, and make informed decisions to achieve organizational objectives.
  4. To enhance business acumen through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical case studies, students will develop a strong business acumen, enabling them to understand the intricacies of the business world and make informed business decisions.
  5. To foster students’ professional development by providing opportunities for networking, industry exposure, and career guidance, enabling them to successfully navigate their careers in the dynamic and challenging corporate environment.

Admission Requirements

Entry Criteria

To be admitted for the programme, candidate must have 5 O’Level credit passes in WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, GCE, or its equivalent that should include English and Mathematics;
i. Higher National Diploma (HND)
ii. Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctorate degree in any field.
iii. NYSC certificate (discharge, exemption or exclusion) for Nigerian candidates.

Admission Notice

No JAMB examination or score is required for the Postgraduate Diploma in Management programme at Iconic Open University. Admitted students will only be required to register with JAMB for the regularization of their admission as Open University students.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme are prepared for roles including:

Postgraduate Diploma in Management is a specialized programme that prepares graduates to take on managerial and leadership roles in a wide range of organizations, equipping them with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to effectively plan, organize, lead, and control business operations. This programme will help students to understand and develop solutions to the operational, human resource, marketing, and financial challenges faced by organizations, with a focus on strategic thinking, organizational behaviour, and effective decision-making.

Careers in this field include operations manager, human resources officer, marketing executive, business development manager, project coordinator, administrative manager, and management consultant. Postgraduate Diploma in Management graduates can seek employment opportunities in various organizations such as multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), government agencies, non-profit organizations, financial institutions, healthcare administration, educational institutions, and entrepreneurial ventures.

The job prospects for those with a Postgraduate Diploma in Management are strong as the demand for professionals with practical management competencies and leadership potential is ever–growing across all sectors of the economy. With the right qualifications, these professionals can enjoy a rewarding career in management and administration across diverse industries. With the right experience, individuals can also move into higher–level positions such as general manager, director of operations, chief operating officer (COO), regional manager, or senior management consultant.

21st Century Skills
Among the 21st Century skills for the programme are:

  • strategic thinking and planning;
  • leadership and team management;
  • financial and operational literacy;
  • effective communication and negotiation;
  • problem solving;
  • adaptability and change management; and
  • ethical reasoning and decision-making.

Programme Fees

Tuition and payment

Iconic University charges modest fees that give learners the chance to pay per semester only. Nigerian candidates seeking admission will pay an application fee of N15,000 and $50 would be paid by international applicants.

Semester Fees:

Semester Fees are charged based on the human development index (HDI) of country of residence.

How your fees are calculated

Fees are categorised into:

01Nigerians living in Nigeria only
N130,000 (payment of practical/practicum/project courses or hardcopy course materials is exclusive)
02Anyone living in Very High Development Countries (International Students)
$600 or equivalent
03Anyone living in High Development Countries (International Students)
$500 or equivalent
04Anyone living in Medium Development Countries (International Students)
$400 or equivalent
05Anyone living in Low Development Countries (International Students)
$350 or equivalent
06Anyone living in “Other countries” (International Students)
$350 or equivalent

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Click here to see list of countries based on HDIClick here to read International Students’ Policy

Note: The university operates a non-refundable policy on application fee, registration fee and all other fees paid for products and services of the university whether or not students participated in the programmes.

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