Course Syllabus

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This instructor-led Executive Education course is presented by GetSmarter, an edX partner.

The tradition of managers working within business silos is disappearing. Now, they need to have an integrated and holistic understanding of how an organization works, on both a theoretical and practical level, in order to improve performance. By gaining knowledge across the management spectrum, managers can ensure that every decision made is backed by comprehensive business insight.

Develop a holistic understanding of business functions in the Foundations of Business Management online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT). By studying a variety of leadership and management skills, you’ll learn to create integrated business management strategies to ensure your organization's success. Gain the skills to achieve your objectives in the areas of leadership, marketing, finance, market research, and competitive analysis.

This course has been designed to meet the industry need for skilled managers who require integrated knowledge of multiple business functions. Mid to senior managers looking to increase their organizational impact will receive a holistic foundation to business and management’s most important concepts and practices. Aspiring managers and entrepreneurs will also benefit from this introduction to business management, and become prepared to advance within their career by gaining broadly applicable business skills.

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