MA Executive, Business & Life Coaching

COURSE AIMS

 ·       to provide a coherent and integrated programme of study for students from diverse backgrounds at Masters level, enabling them to explore and investigate complex trends and issues, both theoretically and practically, pertaining to the specialist field of coaching

·       to educate students to carry out advanced independent study, based on professional practice, at Masters level

·       to provide a range of subject-specific, academic and key skills, which will prepare students for future study and/or enriched professional practice and future careers

·       to further a critical understanding of the complex, dynamic and multi-dimensional nature of executive, business and life coaching, both nationally and internationally

·       to develop and further a critical appreciation of the relationship between theory, policy, research and practice relevant to coaching

·       to educate students in the understanding and practice of executive, business and life coaching to a standard meeting the criteria of the accrediting professional bodies and within their ethical frameworks and codes of practice.

·       to provide a coherent and integrated programme of study for students from diverse backgrounds at Masters level, enabling them to explore and investigate complex trends and issues, both theoretically and practically, pertaining to the specialist field of coaching

·       to educate students to carry out advanced independent study, based on professional practice, at Masters level

·       to provide a range of subject-specific, academic and key skills, which will prepare students for future study and/or enriched professional practice and future careers

·       to further a critical understanding of the complex, dynamic and multi-dimensional nature of executive, business and life coaching, both nationally and internationally

·       to develop and further a critical appreciation of the relationship between theory, policy, research and practice relevant to coaching

·       to educate students in the understanding and practice of executive, business and life coaching to a standard meeting the criteria of the accrediting professional bodies and within their ethical frameworks and codes of practice.

Course Objectives 

·       critically assess and demonstrate a systematic and in-depth understanding and knowledge of coaching concepts and theories

·       critically evaluate and demonstrate a critical awareness of current trends and new insights in the specialist field of coaching, informed by regulatory frameworks and standards for professional practice

·       analyse and critique relevant literature to inform independent advanced study in the field of coaching

·       design, carry out and present in writing an advanced independent scholarly enquiry, which demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of knowledge and techniques of coaching

·       evaluate current methodologies in coaching, develop critiques of them and, where appropriate, to propose new hypotheses

·       demonstrate originality and informed understanding in the application of a broad repertoire of models and structures for use in coaching practice

·       deploy accurately and with a mature competence complex coaching techniques, to a standard that ensures competent and safe practice, meeting the criteria of relevant professional bodies

·       demonstrate and critically assess practice in a professional, non-judgemental and anti-discriminatory manner

·       deal with complex issues in coaching practice, both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements and communicate conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences, with critical reflection

·       record practice systematically and evaluate accurately and analytically

·       reflect critically on own practice and learning to review, consolidate and extend knowledge and understanding and to enhance praxis

· assess and manage own needs for ongoing clinical supervision as a means to develop and enhance professional practice, and for continuing personal and professional development.

Key Information

Course title

MA Executive, Business and Life Coaching

Duration

2.5 years 

The Diploma modules are the taught components of the MA, once these have been completed a further 6-12 months is needed to complete the dissertation. 

Validation

The MA programme is validated by the University of Worcester, Institute of Health and Society.

Entry requirements

See the main description for full details

Next intake

November 2010 

Cost

These are in addition to the Diploma fees.

From £2200 (this excludes the Diploma Fees).  Instalment options are available. This may be subject to a small annual increase in line with university fee structure.

Dates ('10/'11 Course)

25/26 September 2010 (101)

13-15 November 2010

15-17 January 2011

19-21 March 2011

14-16 May 2011

16-18 July 2011

3/4 September 2011

Taster Days

We offer one-day tasters in all of our longer training. These days are both informative and fun and you will leave with some useful tools. They take place 2-3 times a year, dates can be found in the Workshops section of the website. If you decide to progress onto further training the amount you have paid will be discounted from the course fees.

Coaching Taster Day

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