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Accredited Supervisor Qualifications are designed for new and aspiring 1st line Managers. Learners can select from 3 qualifications, Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma. Credits can be carried forward from qualifications – complete all 6 modules to qualify for the full ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR Certification.
Accredited Supervisor Credentials are designed for new and aspiring 1st line Managers. Develop your knowledge and skills in a full range of management skills and competencies – complete all 6 competency modules to qualify for the full ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR Certification.
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Accredited Supervisor Credential
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Advanced Certificate in Supervisory Management
The 24 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT is an intensive suite of 12 courses, designed to enable new and experienced supervisors and team leaders, to develop the knowledge and skills with which to successfully manage the efficient operations of work units in all types of industries. This program forms 100% of the credit requirements for the GMA ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR Credential.
- Level: Team leaders and new Supervisors
- Courses: 12 (View program to see course details)
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Credits: 24 (2 credits for each course)
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week.
- CPD Hours: 240
- CPD Certificates: download on completion of each course.
- Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Exams (60 mins each exam)
- Certification: GMA Management Credentials (digital certificate and badges)
- Social Share – share your credentials on LinkedIn and social media.
The ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT is an intensive suite of 12 courses, designed to enable new and experienced supervisors and team leaders develop the knowledge with which to successfully manage the efficient operations of a department or business unit. This course forms 100% of the credit requirements for the GIAM ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR Qualification.
- Level: Team leaders and new Supervisors
- Courses: 12 (see course details below)
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Credits: 20 (2 credits for each course)
- Learning: 6 months at 8 hours per week.
- CPD Hours: 240
- Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Exams (60 mins each exam)
- Certification: GIAM Management Credentials
This program comprises the following courses:
MODULE 1: PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
COURSE 1: FOUNDATIONS IN MANAGEMENT (2 credits)
In this comprehensive course for new front-line managers, you will learn how to set goals and direction, assign and manage work. delegate successfully, control work, and provide leadership, support and management for your team.
COURSE 2: BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE TEAM (2 credits)
This course introduces the principles of building high performance teams using the Tuckman Model (Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing). You will learn how to apply this model, and how to develop a cohesive and goal focused team.
MODULE 2: MARKETING AND SALES
COURSE 3: ESSENTIAL SALES SKILLS (2 credits)
This course is designed for businesses of all sizes, and for those starting out in sales, or for team leaders seeking to develop their sales skills. You will learn how to make effective sales calls, handle buyer objections and close deals successfully.
COURSE 4: BUSINESS NEGOTIATING SKILLS
This course provides training in managing business negotiations; how to manage the stages of a negotiation, and gain the outcomes you seek without confrontation.
MODULE 3: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
COURSE 5: UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS (2 credits)
This course is designed to help new managers get an insight into how businesses are set-up and run, and is especially useful for those taking up a leadership role in a business, or planning to set-up and manage their own businesses.
COURSE 6: DEVELOPING BUSINESS BUDGETS (2 credits)
This course is designed for 1st line managers, team leaders and any staff tasked with developing budgets. The course provides guidance, and tools to help you develop budgets for your organization.
MODULE 4: LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGY
COURSE 7: FOUNDATIONS IN LEADERSHIP (2 credits)
Designed for first line managers and aspiring team leaders, this course in motivating people will give the knowledge and tools to inspire and encourage your team to achieve more and realize their real performance potential.
COURSE 8: MOTIVATING PEOPLE FOR PERFORMANCE (2 credits)
This course provides training in managing business negotiations; how to manage the stages of a negotiation, and gain the outcomes you seek without confrontation.
MODULE 5: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
COURSE 9: FOUNDATIONS IN QUALITY MANAGEMENT (2 credits)
Designed for supervisors and managers new to quality management, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to quality management systems, and the contributions the methodologies can make to organizational effectiveness and performance.
COURSE 10: FOUNDATIONS IN CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENT (2 credits)
This course is designed to help front-line managers develop their skills and knowledge in the management of service delivery. This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge and practice to successfully lead a front-line service team.
MODULE 6: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
COURSE 11: FOUNDATIONS IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (2 credits)
This essential course for first-line managers provides an introduction to the range of activities within Human Resources Management, and provides guidance on the effective management of people within an organization.
COURSE 12: MANAGING EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE (2 credits)
This course provides managers with an understanding of performance management, and how to employ a range of communication and people management practices to review performance, provide feedback and assist employees in improving their contributions.
On completing the Advanced Diploma in Supervisory Management, you will have developed a comprehensive range of knowledge and skills to excel in your first-line management role. You will understand the core principles of managing people and know to create and manage an effective work team. In addition, you will know how to conduct and mange sales effectively and conduct effective negotiations. You will understand the basic principles of business, and how to develop business budgets. You will understand the core theories and principles of leadership, and know how to motivate your people to achieve high performance, and develop and maintain cohesive workplace relationships. You will also develop an in-depth understanding of customer service management, and how to solve customer and work related problems successfully. You will also be familiar with the core principles and practices of quality management. Additionally, you will acquire a foundation in human resources management and best practices in managing employees. Finally, you will be qualified as an ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR.
Certification
Management Qualification Awards
Assessment – Assessment in this program takes the form of Online-Examinations which are taken at the end of each module. You will have to complete 3 examinations (each exam comprises 60 multiple choice questions) to qualify for the Certificate in Supervisory Management. The Pass-mark for the examinations is 50%. One re-sit is allowed for each examination (if required).
CPD Certificates – On completion of each course in the program, you will be able to download and print a Course Completion Certificate, detailing your Continuing Professional Development Credits.
Digital Credentials – On successful completion of all your courses, you will receive an email with a link to your Digital Credentials. These will include your Digital Badge and Digital Certificate, and your Certification as an ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR.
Social Share – You will be able to share your digital credentials on LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
Progress through 3 Qualifications
GMA Middle Management Credentials are gained for completion of specific courses within the Academy. Gain credits from courses across the 6 knowledge domains to verify your Business and Management competencies. Carry your credits from the Certificate to the Diploma and onto the prestigious Advanced Diploma.
- Courses: 5
- Credits: 10
- Duration: Up to 3 months
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Duration: Up to 6 months
- Exams: 4 exams
Advanced Diploma
- Courses: 15
- Credits: 30
- Duration: Up to 9 months
- Exam(s) 6 exams
Accredited Supervisor Qualification
The 30 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT is an intensive suite of 12 courses, designed to enable new and experienced supervisors and team leaders develop the knowledge with which to successfully manage the efficient operations of work units in all types of industries. This course forms 100% of the credit requirements for the GIAM ACCREDITED SUPERVISOR Qualification.
- Level: 1st.Line Manager
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Certification: GIAM Credentials
Accredited Office Manager Qualification
The 20 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION comprises 10 courses, designed to provide newly appointed and aspiring Business Administration supervisor with the knowledge and skills to take up a first-line management role in business administration (Office Manager, Assistant Manager, Program Manager, Office Supervisor) within your organization.
On successful completion of this program, candidates will be awarded the ACCREDITED OFFICE MANAGER qualification.
- Level: 1st.Line Manager
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Certification: GIAM Credentials
Accredited Human Resources Supervisor Qualification
The 20 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT comprises 10 courses, designed to provide newly appointed and aspiring H-R professionals with the knowledge and skills to take up a first-line management role in the human resources department (H-R Supervisor, H-R Team Leader, H-R Partner) within an organization.
On successful completion of this program, candidates will be awarded the ACCREDITED HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL qualification
- Level: 1st.Line Manager
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Certification: GIAM Credentials
Accredited Sales Manager Qualification
The 20 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SALES AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT comprises 10 courses, designed to provide newly appointed and aspiring H-R professionals with the knowledge and skills to take up a first-line management role in the human resources department (H-R Supervisor, H-R Team Leader, H-R Partner) within an organization.
On successful completion of this program, candidates will be awarded the ACCREDITED SALES MANAGER qualification
- Level: 1st.Line Manager
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Certification: GIAM Credentials
Accredited Quality Manager Qualification
The 20 credit ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT comprises 10 courses, designed to enable aspiring and new team leaders and supervisors to rapidly acquire the knowledge and skills to excel in a first-line supervisory or team leadership role within an operations unit or department.
On successful completion of this program, candidates will be awarded the ACCREDITED QUALITY MANAGER qualification.
- Level: 1st.Line Manager
- Courses: 10
- Credits: 20
- Learning: Online | Learn at your own pace
- Duration: 6 months at 8 hours per week
- Exam(s) 2 exams
- Certification: GIAM Credentials
Key Features of Accredited Manager Credentials
The Degree Alternative
GIAM Qualifications offer the most cost effective and time efficient alternative to BBA and MBA degree programs. Develop your skills across the full range of essential business and management roles, in Finance, Management, Operations, Marketing, HR etc..).
Online | On-Demand
Global courses use best practice online learning technologies, and are accessible on all devices 24/7. Assessment is through online examinations for each competency domain (see below).
Career Pathways
Earn GMA Credentials as you progress your career in management, from Accredited Supervisor level through to Accredited Senior Executive levels.
Share your Credentials
Your credentials are accessed on the blockchain secure credential platform and you can share your achievements on social media, and with current and prospective employers.
The Global Competency Framework
GLOBAL courses are classified into 6 categories based on the internationally recognized GMA competency framework. You will need to complete course across all 6 competency domains to fully qualify an Accredited Manager, at your chosen level.
The Global Skills Framework
All GLOBAL courses are designed using the EMSI Skills framework, ensuring that on completion of a Global course, learners can share their skills profiles on social media, and verify their skills with employers, current and future.
Earning your Credentials
The process is easy!
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Select your Credential Program
Select the credential program and courses which best meet your career needs now (Certificate, Advanced Diploma). You can upgrade your credentials from Certificate to Diploma and to Advanced Diploma whenever you wish.
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Complete your Courses and Exams
Study at your own pace and complete the online and offline content. Then register for and complete the online M|C examinations for each module. Once you have completed the minimum number of courses and exams for each credential. you will be registered for your management credential.
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Earn and Share your Credentials
Promote your learning and your achievements! The Global credential platform allows you to share your credentials and skill sets on multiple social media platforms, and provide verification of your achievements for employers.
FAQs
A Global Management Academy Professional Credential is awarded for completion of a series of courses within a specific business or management skill set. On completion of a set number of courses, candidates will qualify for the Professional Management Credentials. Professional Certificates typically contain between 3 and 5 courrses. Assessment is based on multiple choice quizzes in each course.
A Management Credential from Global Management Academy is awarded for completion of a series of courses across a range of Management Competencies (based on the GMA) internationally recognized competency framework. On successful completion of a set number of courses (between 8 and 12), and the associated online multiple choice examinations. candidates are awarded GMA qualifications and the associated accredited manager credentials (eg. Accredited Senior Manager, Accredited H-R Manager etc..).
On completion of all Global courses, you will be able to download and print a completion certificate. The Certificate will also detail your acquired CPD hours from the course of study.
On completion of your Management Credential Program, you will recieve Digital Certification and a Digital Badge from Global Management Academy on the Accredible.net Blockchain verified digitial certification platform. You will be able to share you achievements on mutiple social media and career sites.
Learners are free to complete their learning at their own pace. On average, learners take 2 to 3 months to complete a Certificate Program, up to 5 months to complete a Diploma and up to 8 months to complete an Advanced Diploma.
Assessment in GMA Professional Credential programs takes the form of Online-quizzes (normally 3 in each course). Each quiz has a pass mark of 70% and you can take the quizzes as many times as you wish.
When enrolled in a GMA accredited manager program, candidates will be required to complete online multiple choice examinations (see the brochures for more information).
All Global Management Academy courses and programs are delivered through Online Learning through the Global E-Learning Portal. Each course comprises:
- Online Lectures and interactive learning
- Online Videos
- Online Quizzes
- Downloadable Learning Manuals (80 pages +)
- Additional downloadable workbooks, articles, and case studies.
Each course in the Global Academy carries a number of credits, which demonstrate the amount of study time you have put into your learning. 1 credit is equal to 10 hours of learning. Therefore, if a course has 2 credits, it will take approximately 20 hours of study to complete.
In addition to the online learning, you will have access to downloadable learning manuals and associated case studies, workbooks and management resources for each course.
You will receive continuous email and phone support from your tutor throughout your program.
Choose your currency in the currency selector, or pay in US Dollars. You can pay for courses through a single payment, or by monthly installments. See the fees for each course / program when you view program details.
On payment, you will receive a confirmation email and shortly thereafter you will receive an email with a link to the Global E-Learning Portal. Your tutor will also be on contact with you within 24 hours.
Depending on your course / program, you will have access to the e-learning portal for between 3 months and 12 months. Single course access is typically for 3 months, and access to courses in credential program for between 4 and 12 months. Please see course details for exact access durations.
If you are not satisfied with your Academy within the first 14 days of purchase, we will refund your money (no questions asked).
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