“The course is helping me to become a better role model for future generations.”
Patricia Taylor

“Having completed my studies in Estonia before moving to the UK, I was keen to continue my learning, particularly gaining a British qualification. KYRA appealed to me because of its ethos of encouraging people from a variety of backgrounds to study together.
"With the support and encouragement of the course lecturers, I have developed my leadership and analytical skills and now understand much more clearly how a business operates and how each team member’s activities fit into the wider picture.”
Annika Krefta

To apply, or for more information, please contact by email or
telephone 01564 778 141.

Shirrel McLean, (left) Foundation Degree student and Team Manager, Sandwell Mental Health and Social Trust.

Foundation Degree in Leadership for Change and Growth.

The KYRA Foundation Degree Programme aims to unlock your leadership potential to empower community regeneration.

Pioneering multi-faith and multi ethnic programme
The first of its kind in the UK, the KYRA Foundation Degree programme in Leadership brings you together with people from the business, public and voluntary sectors to study part time over two years.

Flexible – study while you work
A combination of workshops, distance learning, study days, local tutorials, mentors, learning counsellors and e-learning ensures the course fits around your working life so you can gain qualifications without having to take a career break.

Course details
Approved by a Aston University, the programme develops strong academic and vocational skills to boost your long-term employment prospects and power you to the next level.

The Foundation Degree is comprised of ten modules, with results based on a combination of coursework, work-related activity and a problem solving exercise.

Module Outline
• Lifelong learning
• The nature of leadership
• Management and organisation
• Financial planning
• Law
• Communications and ICT
• Culture – diversity and the common good
• Enterprising communities

Modules based on individual interest
• Research project
• Negotiated module

These modules relate especially to your leadership aspirations as well as your work situation. In these modules you will be able to develop further. Specialist assistance will be offered in your area of interest, for example, housing, community development, health, business, education and training and social enterprise.

Student benefits
• Part-time, flexible course with mentoring from business and leading organisations
• Respected qualification awarded by a highly regarded University
• Develop leadership skills to ‘make a difference’, assisted by business mentors
• Personal learning with course tutors and director

Employer benefits

• An energised and skilled workforce
• Innovative workforce development
• Collaborative relationship, supporting the expectations of employers

Course requirements
Unlike traditional degrees, the KYRA programme does not require formal academic qualifications for entry. Successful applicants will display ability, a spirit of enterprise and social awareness and be highly motivated and passionate about succeeding.

Application procedure
For a place on the Course, starting January, enrol now.
Please ask for an enrolment form by speaking to the Secretary on:
Tel: 01564 778 141
Mobile: 07932 140 796

For further information:
Email: office@kyrabirmingham.org.uk