Module Information
Module Identifier
MM34520
Module Title
Contemporary Issues in Management
Academic Year
2017/2018
Co-ordinator
Semester
Semester 2
Also available in
Pre-Requisite
Other Staff
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 5 x 1 Hour Seminars |
| Lecture | 11 x 2 Hour Lectures |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Exam | 2 Hours Unseen written examination 2500 word critical review of literature in an area of contemporary management theory | 60% |
| Semester Assessment | Assessed coursework 2500 word critical review of literature in an area of contemporary management theory | 40% |
| Supplementary Exam | 2 Hours Unseen written examination 2500 word critical review of literature in an area of contemporary management theory - repeat all failed elements Repeat failed element | 60% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Assessed coursework 2500 word critical review of literature in an area of contemporary management theory - repeat all failed elements Repeat failed element | 40% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
* Perform a focused literature search into specific areas of management theory;
* Identify several key developments at the frontiers of management theory;
* Critically evaluate these developments in management theory;
* Communicate an understanding of these developments in written form;
* Demonstrate critical self-reflexive learning;
* Discuss and defend their own perspective on contemporary and pervasive management issues.
Aims
By examining contemporary management issues in depth, students will gain an understanding of current management thinking from both practical and theoretical perspectives.
The aim of this module is to reflect current and emerging issues in management research.
The aim of this module is to reflect current and emerging issues in management research.
Brief description
This module is designed to develop and augment the knowledge and understanding of management research addressed in the core management modules. It will consist of a series of self-contained lectures given by a range of staff from across the school, each highlighting a topical or emergent issue in management research.
Content
The content for this module will reflect current and emerging issues in management research and as such content will remain flexible and ongoing in order to enhance the student learning experience.
Topics covered may relate to (without being restricted to) the following areas:
1. Contemporary issues in human resource management
2. Contemporary problems in organisation theory and structure
3. Contemporary issues in operational management, innovation and change
4. Contemporary problems in strategic thought
5. Contemporary issues in leadership
6. Ethics
7. Enterprise and Innovation
8. Change Management
9. E-Business
10. Global Business
11. Environmental Management
12. Networks
13. Women in Management
14. Knowledge Management
15. Public Sector Management
16. Crisis Management
17. Marketing Research: Development and Directions
18. Politics and Power in Multinational Organizations
19. An overview of the current trends in Management Research
Topics covered may relate to (without being restricted to) the following areas:
1. Contemporary issues in human resource management
2. Contemporary problems in organisation theory and structure
3. Contemporary issues in operational management, innovation and change
4. Contemporary problems in strategic thought
5. Contemporary issues in leadership
6. Ethics
7. Enterprise and Innovation
8. Change Management
9. E-Business
10. Global Business
11. Environmental Management
12. Networks
13. Women in Management
14. Knowledge Management
15. Public Sector Management
16. Crisis Management
17. Marketing Research: Development and Directions
18. Politics and Power in Multinational Organizations
19. An overview of the current trends in Management Research
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Analysis of company reports and other numerical data. |
| Communication | Develop communications skills including discussion and listening skills. Improve literacy skills by reading and writing about management. |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Devise and apply realistic self-learning strategies, review and monitor overall performance, be aware of time management techniques. |
| Information Technology | Use a range of commonly used software packages. Present information and data. Use email /internet appropriately and effectively. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | Students will be able to use the skills learnt in this module to enhance their career opportunities. They will also be aware of the importance of organizing and managing sources of knowledge. |
| Problem solving | Identify problems. Identify factors which might influence potential solutions. Develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving. Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of potential solutions. Construct a rational proposal in response to problem. |
| Research skills | Carry out research into current management thinking. Identify relevant source material and journal articles for assignments. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Students will be aware of the importance of organizing and managing sources of knowledge and keeping up to date with the latest developments in management. |
| Team work | Understand the concept of group dynamics, contribute effectively and participate in group discussions. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 6