LCL- Level 4/5 Progression to Degree Level 6 Anglia Ruskin University

The Total fees for full degree course is £9,500.00. The Level 4 fees is £2500, Level 5 fees is £2500 & Anglia Ruskin Degree Level 6 is 4500.The fees will be paid through Invoice.

All Course Material, including online modules and written assignments. Access to an online Social Learning Forum. Assignment marking and feedback

Here at ARU we have extensive experience of online learning, having launched our first online degree back in 2003. Since then, we’ve developed and refined our online degree courses with you, our learners in mind. Over the past 10 years more than 4,000 students from 96 countries have studied online with us and now you can too. Whether you’re looking to change the direction of your career, gain a promotion, get back to work or you’re simply eager to keep your brain active, distance learning is the ideal solution. Studying online gives you the flexibility to study in your own time and around your other commitments. Choose from our extensive range of distance learning degree courses and study online using our world-class Learning Management System. It’s where you’ll access module guides, teaching notes and supporting documents, as well as quizzes, discussion boards and collaborative learning activities.  

To enrol onto the Level 4 course, you must be at least 18 and have a full secondary education. Before enroling onto the Level 5 course, you must have attained a Level 4 or equivalent.

Developing Personal Skills

Develop a range of personal skills vital to the world of business. Concentrating on communication, leadership and decision making techniques.

Effective Communication

Communication is the key to effective operations and working effectively with others. Throughout this module, learners will grasp a range of communication techniques used for a variety of commercial purposes.

The Business Environment

Explore issues outside of the business that may affect the business and its operations. Looking into economics, international dimensions, nature and competition.

The Marketing Mix

Exploring and using the marketing mix as part of the business planning process.

Strategic HRM

This module looks at employees and people as a business’ most valuable asset. Recruit the best, reward the best and retain the best.

Managing Ethically

Explore the various theories and models of management and their different contexts.

Culture and the Organisation

What is meant by culture? Why is it important? How does it differ between organisations?

Customers and Customer Service

This module looks at customers as the fulcrum of any business.

Fundamentals of Accounting

On completion of this module, learners will understand accounts and how they can be used to give insight into the health of the organisation.

Financial Management and Control

In this module, learners will compare and contrast some examples of good and bad financial decision making and the impact on the business.

The Assignment unit titles for the level 4 course are:

• Applying Promotional Techniques
• Business Environment
• Communication Skills
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Customer Relationship Management
• Finance for Managers
• People in Organisations

More information about the Level 4 units can be found here https://athe.co.uk/level-4-management-qualifications/

The Entrepreneurial Manager

What is an Entrepreneur? Examine the skills and qualities of entrepreneurship.

Organisation Structures

Why are organisations structured in the way they are? What determines the optimum structure and how does it differ between organisations? In this module, learners will look at the numerous models and theories that make up organisational structure.

Practical Accounting Analysis

Learners will complete exercises in accounts throughout this module to understand what they are telling us and the actions that analysis can precipitate.

Business Planning and Goal Setting

What is the business trying to achieve? What will it do? How will it do it? This module focuses on the creation of clear goals and clear plans to achieve a clear objective.

Politics and Business

Impact of politics on business and how it may help or hinder business. This module will educate learners on economic impact, exports and government support.

Business Law

Explore the statutory responsibilities of managers as learners look into the legalities of business and business executives.

Managing in Today’s World

Business in the modern world. This module focuses on governance and equality as a means to do right in business.

Performance Management

Understanding how your people and your business can continually improve together, learners will review reward structures, CPD, training and development to ensure high performance in business.

Marketing and Sales Planning

Learners will analyse how markets, customers, competitors and products can come together in a cohesive plan.

Quantitative Skills

On successful completion of this module, learners will have knowledge of numeric exercises and will understand their use within the context of the business.

The Assignment unit titles for the level 5 course are:

• Managing Communications
• Business Organisations in a Global Context
• People Management
• Finance for Managers
• Research Project
• Marketing Principles and Practice
• Planning a New Business Venture

More information about the Level 5 units can be found here https://athe.co.uk/level-5-management-qualifications/

Modules  Understanding Work Based Learning And Your Sector You will gain an understanding of work-based learning and develop analytical, technological and communication skills. You will focus on the key features of successful management in your sector, applying tools such as SWOT and PESTLE analysis. Managing People, Customers and Markets This module focuses on key elements of management. You will examine organisational structures, the role of the manager within the organisation, and the practical skills of managing people. You will also analyse markets, internal and external stakeholders and supply chain management. Managing a Sustainable Business How do organisations respond to a rapidly changing world and build sustainable business? How do environmental and ethical issues impact upon business and can these issues present opportunities to organisations? Work Based Practice Working in pairs or individually, you will plan a project focused on a specific topic relevant to your work. Throughout the project you will have the support of Anglia Ruskin staff, and you will present your findings as a written report and verbal presentation. Managing Projects and Organisational Change  This module focuses on the skills and knowledge associated with delivering a successful business project. Projects often bring change, so the module also examines strategies and practical tools to manage change within organisations. Work Based Project Building on the plan developed in Work Based Practice, you will be given the opportunity to undertake this work-based project in your organisation. This project may relate to any of the major business disciplines including marketing, human resource management, accounting and finance, IT or business strategy. Leadership in Practice This module examines theories of leadership and practical leadership skills, along with the values and behaviours necessary to manage and lead projects, situations, self and teams. You will critically assess your leadership practice or potential for leadership. Financial Management and Financial Forecasting Managing finance is a core element of any business activity. This module is designed for people with a non-financial background, covering issues such as budgets, budgetary control, and applying financial data to make decisions. It then goes on to focus on financial forecasting to increase income for new projects and maintain competitive advantage. Strategic Management This module addresses strategy and examines an organisation within its strategic and competitive context. You will consider the strategic options open to an organisation and evaluate the practical impact of strategic choices, especially on people, resources and systems. Work Based Major Project This final project module enables you to build on your learning throughout the course to carry out an in-depth project dealing with an issue that is relevant to you and your work. Work Based Project Impact and Review Following on from your Work Based Major Project, this module is designed to measure the impact of your work. Having completed your project, you will assess its impact, evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your recommendations and gather feedback from colleagues, peers and academics. Reflections on Practice and Career Progression In this final module, you will assess your progress through the course, evaluate your practical and leadership skills and plan your future personal and career development. Assessment  We’ll assess you in a number of ways, including written reports, presentations, and a Major Project in your final year.