Diploma in NGO Administration |
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| Introduction |
Boost your abilities to function effectively in management and NGO operations with the Diploma in NGO Administration (Dip. NGOA). This programme is designed to ensure that NGO staff and volunteers have an understanding of the NGO environment and the competencies necessary to address current issues and challenges. Students build competencies in English Language and Mathematics and are introduced to theoretical perspectives and practical applications to enable them to improve organizational efficiency.
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| Who is this programme for? |
The Diploma NGOA programme is designed for staff and volunteers working in the NGO, community service and civil society sectors who need to build organizational skills and enhance their understanding of the NGO sector. |
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| Programme Structure |
The diploma programme is delivered using a mixed-mode format. Some courses are delivered in a face-to-face environment and some courses are delivered using blended learning or online approaches. Students must have access to a computer and Internet access. Online orientation is conducted before the start of the programme.
Students complete a total of 30 credits normally equivalent to 10 courses. Students explore general education and core courses in a number of areas including:
• Fundamentals of English
• NGOs in Society
• Sustaining Organizational Capacity
• Caribbean Political Economy
• Networking & Advocacy |
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| When will the programme start? |
The programme starts in August of the academic year. |
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| Entry Requirements |
Applicants should meet one of the following matriculation requirements:
1. Persons over the age of 21 on the basis of their overall academic and professional attainments.
2. Holders of the approved certificates from the School of Continuing Studies, UWI with an acceptable pass in English Language
3. Holders of three (3) CSEC or GCE ‘O’ Level passes or equivalent, not necessarily obtained at the same sitting, as follows:
(i) English (A), and
(ii) Two (2) other approved subjects.
In addition applicants should have a minimum of one year working in the NGO or civil society sector as staff or volunteer. |
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| Academic Preparation |
| OOL1001 |
Orientation to Online Learning |
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| IYSS1001 |
Improving Your Study Skills |
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| Course of Study |
| ENGL0900 |
Fundamentals of English |
Face-to-Face |
| MATH0900 |
Mathematics |
Face-to-Face |
| MGMT1000 |
Introduction to Computers |
Online |
| Programme Core |
| MGMT1001 |
Principles of Management |
Online |
| ACCT1002 |
Introduction to Financial Accounting |
Online |
| GOVT1907 |
NGOs in Society |
Face-to-Face |
| MGMT1913 |
Sustaining Organisational Capacity |
Face-to-Face |
| GOVT1908 |
Networking & Advocacy |
Face-to-Face |
| ENGL1900 |
Business Communication |
Online |
| ECON1900 |
Introductory Economics |
Face-to-Face |
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