Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management

Southern Institute of Technology

The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is to provide students who already have a degree or extensive applicable experience with advanced theoretical and applied knowledge of occupational health and safety management which can be used in professional practice or further advanced study in this area.The Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management will teach you personal and professional skills that are necessary to be successful in demanding and evolving business environments.This programme offers a blend of theoretical and practical learning with an emphasis on applied knowledge and skill. High importance is placed on the development of occupational health and safety management skills such as communication presentation interpersonal and problem solving skills in addition to the development of specific business knowledge.You will learn toCritically analyse strategic occupational health and safety issues facing organisationsDevelop and implement policies and procedures managementUndertake an influential leadership role.Career opportunities Recent graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management have gained employment in private and public sectors including training institutions and industrial businesses or furthered their career in their current employment gaining additional responsibilities.Satisfactory CompletionTo be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management students will have been credited with all required papers and electives as specified in the schedule of papers. The total credit value of the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is 120 credits.