This programme prepares candidates for positions as Administrative Assistants, Clerks, Office Managers and Executive Assistants.

Programme Objectives

The Diploma in Management for Administrative Professionals aims to equip administrative assistants, secretaries and executive support staff with skills and knowledge to prepare them for new roles and expanded responsibilities within the organization. Participants will be exposed to problem-solving and decision-making techniques to support their executive work environments and strengthen their decision-making and managerial support skills.

Programme Structure

This one (1) year programme of study allows graduates to carry forward twelve (12) academic credits toward the UWI-ROYTEC Associate of Science Degree in Management (ADM), leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management (BDM).

Courses Covered

• Fundamentals of Management (Term 1)
• Business Communication (Term 1)
• Understanding Human Communication (Term 2)
• Organizational Behaviour (Term 2)
• Introduction to Project Management (Term 3)
• Critical Skills Workshop & Practicum (Term 3)

All courses are compulsory. There are no elective courses.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five (5) CXC passes (General Proficiency) Grades I and II (Grade III accepted from June 1998 onwards) or five (5) GCE O'Level passes, Grades A, B and C (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics.

Applicants may also be considered on the basis of their work experience, relevant training and educational background as deemed relevant by UWI-ROYTEC's Admissions Committee to be the equivalent of the above for the purpose of study. Applicants may be subject to an interview.

This Programme of Study is Recognised by the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago.

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In the event that there is change to or cancellation of a programme before its scheduled start date, UWI-ROYTEC will as far as is reasonably possible, advise persons prior to the commencement of classes.