Maynooth University Department of Adult and Community Education

The course duration is 100 hours and it will take place one evening per week plus 2 or 3 Saturdays over the year.  Students are assessed by continuous assessments and end of course assignments.  

·         Module 1 will introduce students to the primary roles of the manager.  Practical study skills are integrated into this module to equip to students to successfully complete the programme.

·         Module 2 will look at managing individuals and covers topics such as employee relations, supervision, performance management and motivating people.

·         In module 3 the focus turns to groups and examines the dynamics that make for successful teamwork and how groups contribute to organisational effectiveness.

·         Module 4 addresses managing the organisation.  This involves managing change, developing culture within organisations and the development of and implementation of strategy. 

Assessment Procedures

85% minimum attendance

Participation in class

Assignments