CIPP Prospectus 2017

CERTIFICATES AND QUALIFICATIONS

BA (Hons) in Applied Business and Management (CIPP) 18 month duration Level six

Available to payroll and pensions professionals who wish to further enhance their work based skills and knowledge in relation to generic business and management, the BA (Hons) in Applied Business and Management (CIPP) was developed to demonstrate the link between payroll/pensions and business strategy.

The qualification is aimed at professionals who are in, or aspire to be in, a managerial position within their organisation and are responsible for strategic decisions and change which benefits the organisation as a whole.

It will not focus on the legislation or technical skills associated with payroll and pensions as these are assumed, instead it will cover topics such as project management and how to manage change successfully within an organisation. Who is this qualification aimed at? This qualification has been designed for individuals who: l Are strategic business managers responsible for leading and managing change l Are involved in project management who wish to ensure successful planning and implementation l Have completed the CIPP’s Foundation Degree in Payroll Management or Foundation Degree in Pensions Administration and Management (or preceeding qualifications) and wish to further develop their business management skills l Hold an equivalent level qualification and wish to enhance their knowledge of business management l Are in a strategic role within their organisation and have been qualified through experience, but wish to achieve a formal qualification to prove their skills and ability If you do not hold an existing CIPP, or equivalent, qualification you can still apply through APEL. Please refer to details on page 31. Why should I invest in this qualification? l Improved knowledge and confidence within your role l Confidence to question why things are done and make recommendations which will improve effectiveness and efficiencies l Work based project and assignments allow you to apply what you have learnt in your daily role, benefitting your organisation through improved efficiencies and effectiveness l Once qualified, students will be invited to be fellow members of the CIPP What do my fees include? l Access to the University of Derby student website which provides: m Discussion forums so that students can support each other and tutors can respond to any questions that students may have m All core study material l A module tutor to provide you with support through each subject during your studies

l All tuition and study materials l Dinner on the first evening only l Lunch at tutorials l University registration and University of Derby student card Delivery

The BA (Hons) in Applied Business and Management programme is an 18 month course which the University of Derby runs in collaboration with the CIPP. The majority of material will be studied at home and supplied through the student website. However, students will be required to attend tutorials at the University of Derby where they will have opportunities to apply the learning to work based scenarios during the 18 months study. How do I apply? Applications can be accepted throughout the year. For more information you can visit cipp.org.uk or email education@cipp.org.uk.

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For more information please visit cippqualifications.org.uk or email education@cipp.org.uk

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