Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership

Overview

Aspiring managers or individuals in current managerial positions and want to gain employment as senior manager and directors will find the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership course informative. It is designed for individuals who want to acquire the necessary technical skills and knowledge to attain senior management positions. It is an in-depth programme that enables learners to enhance their educational opportunities in the same field or similar vocational area. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding on key components such as strategic management and business planning, finance and budgeting and recruitment and selection.

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership course is suitable for individuals contemplating a career move, where the qualification will aid them to advance in their job role.

Learning Outcomes

• Learn the roles and responsibilities of leadership and management.
• Learn why strategic planning in organisations is important.
• Internal and external factors impact an organisation. Learn why?
• Learn the role of strategic planning and its impact on organisational goals.
• Progress into similar vocational training or pursue employment opportunities with your qualification.

Access Duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Entry Requirement

Learners must be over the age of 19, and demonstrate the following:

• Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) / Mature applicant with A level (or equivalent) and work experience in a middle management role or have recent middle management experience in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• If English is not your first language, you need to produce a recognised proof of your English language proficiency.

Upon submission of the documents your application will be reviewed. If you fail to meet the entry requirements of the program your application will not be accepted.

If you would like an informal chat with a course advisor prior to enrolling, please email your contact details to Course Advisors at: info@1training.org and a Course Advisor will contact you to arrange a convenient time to answer any questions you may have about the course.

Method of Assessment

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership is a 230 TQT, 23 credit and 117 guided learning hour (GLH) qualification that consists of four modules.

Mandatory Units 

• Unit 1: Principles of Management and Leadership
• Unit 2: Strategic Business Management and Planning

Optional Units 

• Unit 3: Strategic Decision Making
• Unit 4: Marketing Management

To pass this course the learner must have successfully passed all the assessment criteria. The purpose of assessment is to ensure that effective learning has taken place to give learners the opportunity to:

• Meet the standard determined by the assessment criteria
• Achieve the learning outcomes

All units within these qualifications are internally assessed. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

Course Highlights

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership has been developed to give learners the opportunity to:

• Engage in learning that is relevant to them and which will provide opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes which are essential to successful performance
• Achieve a nationally recognised Level 5 vocationally-related qualification
• Progress in their employment and reach senior management roles
• Progress to related general and/or vocational qualifications such as Finance, Marketing, Recruitment and Selection; or leading and management within a specific vocational sector

Course Description

• Qualification type: BTEC Professional qualification
• Qualification title: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership
• Level: Level 5
• Accreditation status: Accredited
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH):117
• Credits: 23
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 230
• Qualification number (QN): 601/3803/8
• Availability: UK and International

Certification

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership. It will make you marketable to potential employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Awarding Body

Pearson BTEC is a leading, learning company worldwide. Pearson believes that learning is key to improving one’s opportunities in life. Pearson collaborates with leading educational organisations to offer learners content, curricula, assessment and training. BTEC has a route that every learner can take, whether you are self-employed or want to enter a top university. BTEC courses are of the highest quality, providing hands-on experience. You can develop invaluable skills that will make you a highly marketable candidate for your future career.

Progression and Career Path

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership provides an introduction to the skills, qualities and knowledge that may be required for employment in a particular vocational sector. This course provides learners with realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets. Once learners successfully complete the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership they can progress to further vocational training such as Level 6 qualification or above, including Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management. Individuals can seek careers in the capacity of Head of Department, Senior Manager and Director.