COURSE INTRODUCTION
AIMT Advanced Diploma in Education Management (ADEM) is a degree equivalent programme. This programme is conducted by Asian Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), which is the national apex body in the field of professional management in Sri Lanka and Asia.
Advanced Diploma in Education Management Programme consists of;
- Compulsory / core subjects
- 01 Optional subject
- Individual Research Project
Education is one of the fundamental building blocks of society. While teaching or lecturing remains a key aspect of education profession, success in modern education requires each teacher or lecturer to play the role of a manager and an administrator at different levels.
Educational management refers to the administration of the education system in which a group combines human and material resources to supervise, plan, strategize, and implement structures to execute an education system.
The education system is an ecosystem of professionals in educational institutions work with students, parents, media government ministries, unions, statutory boards, agencies, and society.
At all levels of the educational ecosystem, management is required; management involves the planning, organizing, implementation, review, evaluation, and integration of an institution.
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Specialty in Advance Diploma in Education Management
This is a postgraduate level qualification designed to equip teachers, lecturers and educators with administration and management skills to enable them step in to the next level of education establishments. Awarded by AIMT and delivered by Competent panel of senior faculty , this is internationally recognized qualification will expand your career options locally as well as internationally.
Upon completing this qualification, you are able to continue your masters and PhD level education in any part of the world.
Global opportunities in education management
In today’s context education is growing both as a noble service and an industry, whether it is primary, secondary or tertiary education. As one of the fastest growing and ever changing fields there are more and more opportunities opening worldwide for the correct candidates.
Expansion of school and university systems have increased openings where individuals who start as teachers and lecturers could climb the ladder by joining the management and academic administration. There are ample opportunities for you to progress in your career from a head teacher to a sectional head and a principal in school setting or from a module coordinator to a program lead and a head of department in university setting.
These opportunities are available both locally and internationally and specially in global education hubs such as UK, Australia, US, Canada, Dubai, Malaysia and Singapore
How would this course enhance your career?
Managing schools and leading higher educational organizations is becoming increasingly complex and to become successful you need to develop essential leadership and management skill set. You must gain skills and knowledge that drives growth and enhances your professional practice to help you make a positive difference within the classroom or an education organization.
In this program you’ll engage in critical discussion and explore theories and issues underpinning effective leadership in a variety of educational contexts. You will also consider social, political, cultural and policy factors that may influence your leadership role.
If you’re an international educator aspiring to become a high-impact organization leader at educational institutions, associations, government or private international education companies, this program can help you achieve your goals.
Broaden your understanding of the multi-faceted field of international education by learning how educational institutions develop successful programs, and how associations, private companies and government interact in this complex environment. Most of all, you’ll learn how to lead. The course is ideal for those who wish to move into or progress in educational leadership roles.
- Objectives of the Programme
The main objective is to provide learning partners with knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to the demands placed by both advanced learning programmes such as the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree and as well as modern employment entry qualifications demanded by leading educational institutions in Sri Lanka and abroad. To achieve this, AIMT aim to offer a stimulating, challenging but supportive learning environment for the students and to encourage autonomous learning.
- Programme Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the programme, the students should be able to obtain AIMT Advanced Diploma in Education Management which is equivalent to a post graduate qualification in terms of credit requirements.
Program Structure
Module Structure
1 Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice 20 Credits
2 The Management of Educational Change 20 Credits
3 Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives 20 Credits
4 Pedagogy and Practice in Education 20 Credits
5 Leading Reflective Practice in Education 20 Credits
6 Research Methods in Education 20
Project Report Credits
Career & Academic Progression
Achieving the Advance Diploma in Education Management (ADEM) & Leadership qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study. As this qualification is approved and regulated by SLQFW (Sri Lanka Qualification Frame Work) learners are eligible to progress to Master’s top-up programmes at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing.
Entry Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in any academic field with a diploma or an equivalent qualification
Learner must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: A learner should provide evidence of English language competency
NB: Any other entry qualifications are acceptable subject to the discretionary approval of Academic Syndicate / Board of Management (BOM)
