Applied Leadership & Management - Mayo

Course Overview

This Certificate in Applied Leadership and Management in ATU Mayo has been designed to develop the leadership, managerial, and organisational skills of the Health and Social Care and Public Sector leader and manager.



Students who complete the Certificate in Applied Leadership and Management may wish to progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Leadership and Management and ultimately to the MSc in Applied Leadership and Management.



The programme is designed around three key themes:

• Self-development;

• Impact on the team;

• Leader within the organisation

Year 1:

Semester 1:

Employment Law and Finance (M) 10 ECTS

Governance and Compliance for Quality (M) 10 ECTS

Leadership and Management (M) 10 ECTS



(M) = Mandatory

The entry requirements for students entering these programmes is Level 8 H2.2.



Recognition of prior learning will be in line with ATU Academic Code of practice number 6. Prospective students who hold a level 7 degree may be recommended to undertake a level 8 bridging module for example Foundations in Research (NURS08142) prior to commencing the programme.

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 semester part-time, blended delivery.



Recommended Study Hours per week

It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module.



On-Campus Attendance Requirement:

Attendance is required at the Mayo Campus for 4 x 2 days residential sessions per semester (Thursday and Friday once a month).



Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

Start Date: September 2025.

Careers

This programme offers an excellent opportunity for holders of the Cert. in Applied Leadership and Management to move to the next stage of their career. This qualification will also enhance the graduates effectiveness as a leader and a manger in the position that they hold.



Progression

Students who complete the Certificate in Applied Leadership and Management may wish to progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Leadership and Management and ultimately to the MSc in Applied Leadership and Management.