University of Bradford:
Postgraduate Programme specification template
UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
School of Management
Department of Operations and Information Management
Programme/course title: Sustainable Operations and Management
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final award:
MSc
[Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
level 7]
Programme title:
Sustainable Operations and Management
Duration:
1 Year (full time)
Date produced:
Feb 2011
Last updated :
Introduction
This programme aims to deliver a flexible programme of study that draws on the
collective skills and expertise of the School of Management’s staff in the area of
environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The programme
aims to develop subject specific knowledge and understanding at master’s level that
will enable you to purse management careers in business and commerce. In
particular you will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and critical faculties
required to manage businesses in an emerging and increasingly critical field of
management. This programme of study is consonant with the UK QAA Benchmark
for a Type 2 (Career Entry) Masters Degree in Business and Management. The
ability to plan for the transition of businesses as we move to a low carbon economy
and with pressure on resources will be essential characteristics of future managers.
The programme has contributions from all academic groups across the School of
Management but there is a particular focus on Sustainable Operations Management.
The Operations and Information Management Group (OIM) have been developing
teaching and research expertise in this area for a number of years now and our
current recruitment policy is to further strengthen our expertise in this area. The
programme of study is suitable for students from a wide range of backgrounds with
first degrees in a technical or management subject. It is intended to be suitable for
new graduates and practising managers wishing to get knowledge and experience in
this increasingly important subject. On graduation from this programme you will be
able to contribute to business and society as a whole whilst applying the highest
professional standards and will be capable of identifying your own professional
development requirements as the global business environment changes. You will be
able to apply your new knowledge and skills in a wide range of business
environments as social, legislative and resource pressures continue to increase.
Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:
A1
Develop your understanding, skills and knowledge in Operations
Management and its underpinning disciplines to enable graduates from
the programme to become effective practitioners.
A2
Develop your understanding and knowledge across all management
subject areas so that the sustainability and operational aspects can be
understood and applied in a holistic manner.
A3
Develop your competence to be a business partner or “agent for
change” who understands the functions and environment of the
organisation/business in which you work and to shape the operations
management agenda accordingly.
A4
Develop your ability to think strategically and creatively about
operations management and its impact on the environment and
society.
A5
Develop your ability to create the alternative business models required
to deliver goods and services in a sustainable and ethical manner in
the future.
A6
Develop your reflective skills to enable you to reflect on your own
performance and the impact of your actions in order to manage your
own professional development.
Programme Learning Outcomes
When you have completed the programme you will be able to:
LO1
Explain the context in which organisations conduct their business and
how the business environment determines strategic and operational
decisions.
LO2
Critically appraise the external political, economic, social and
technological drivers of sustainability.
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the internal
operational factors that both constrain and facilitate an organisation’s
ability to develop sustainable business strategies
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge in a subject specific area of
operational sustainability and a clear understanding of how the skills
and knowledge gained in your initial discipline could be deployed to
pursue an environmentally sustainable agenda.
Design, conduct and manage team and individual based research to
enhance understanding of environmental sustainability issues within a
business context.
Collect, synthesise and critically appraise emerging information and
knowledge pertaining to environmental sustainability using both
qualitative and quantitative techniques, and use this to inform decision
making in an organisational context.
Address complex operational problems using appropriate theoretical
models, frameworks and decision support techniques and to proffer
solutions that fit within the broader business context.
LO3
LO4
LO5
LO6
LO7
LO8
Recognise and address the ethical and corporate social responsibilities
that emerge as consequence of an organisation adopting an
environmentally sustainable agenda.
LO9 Act as an agent for change and demonstrate the ability to promote
more environmentally sustainable forms of business.
LO10 Communicate complex ideas clearly, both orally and in writing to a
broad range of recipients.
Curriculum
Masters Degree (MSc Sustainable Operations and Management)
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
MAN4134M
Business Economics
Core
10
M
1
MAN4154M
Accounting and Finance
Core
10
M
1
MAN4222M
Human Resource Management
Core
10
M
1
MAN4139M
International Business Environment
Core
10
M
1
MAN4254M
Management in Context
Core
10
M
1
MAN4146M
Marketing
Core
10
M
1
MAN4148M
Research Methods
Core
10
M
2
New
module
Decision Support for Sustainability
Elective
10
M
2
New
module
Supply Chain Management and
Reverse Logistics
Core
10
M
2
New
Module
Sustainable Operations
Core
10
M
2
New
Module
Corporate Social Responsibility
Elective
10
M
2
New
module
Applied Intellectual Property and
Environmental Law.
Elective
10
M
2
MAN4284M
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Elective
10
M
2
New
module
Environmental Management and
Quality Systems
Elective
10
M
2
MAN4175M
Performance Management
Fundamentals
Elective
10
M
2
MAN4144M
Management of Change
Elective
10
M
2
New
module
Information Systems Planning for
Sustainability
Elective
10
M
2
MAN4018Z
Master Dissertation
Core
60
M
3
The Masters degree in Sustainable Operations and Management will build on the
suite of generic core management modules offered by the School of Management.
In common with other Master’s degree programmes these will be offered in
Semester 1 of the proposed programme of study. At the end of this Semester you
will have a broad understanding of all the main areas of management and be able to
discuss (and apply) these in the context of a modern business/organisation.
In Semester 2, three additional compulsory modules will be taken. Research
methods is a School core module which provides generic research methods training
in the techniques necessary to undertake the dissertation required as the final part of
the MSc programme. Supply Chain Management and Reverse Logistics, and
Sustainable Operations are discipline specific topics.
In the Supply Chain Management and Reverse Logistics module you will study the
strategic perspective of an organisation’s activities from supply, through production,
distribution, use and recovery, in this module particular emphasis will be placed on
understanding and managing the interrelationships that exist between activities and
the impact business decisions have on the environmental sustainability of an
organisation’s business model. The Sustainable Operations module is predominantly
research based and will focus on developing your understanding of what
sustainability means in terms of managing the operational activities of a business. In
this module you will be assisted in creating a personal vision of environmental
sustainability and what this means in the business context.
You will also be able to choose three additional 10 credit modules. These have been
selected to enable you to pursue specific interests from within and around the value
cycle concept, i.e. conception, production, distribution and recovery. Information
system and business specific topics are also included for those wishing to
understand sustainability from a wider business perspective.
At the end of Semester 2 you will have formed your own opinion of what
sustainability means and will be able to critically appraise current business models
from a sustainability perspective. You will be able to contribute to the sustainable
development of products and services and the process to deliver them.
In the final part of the MSc programme you will be required to undertake a personal
research project assessed by dissertation. This is an extended piece of written work
of up to 22,000 words involving an original and in-depth investigation of
environmental sustainability and its influence or impact on a specific aspect of a
business activity, .e.g. its choice of information systems, purchasing and its
contribution to ethical supply management, the role of design and marketing in the
development of sustainable value propositions, the economics of sustainable
production, distribution and recovery activities, etc. At the end of this element of the
programme you will have demonstrated the ability to conduct research into practical
business problems concerned with sustainability. You will be able to operate as an
effective manager helping to guide organisations through the complex changes that
will be required to operate in the future. Wherever possible projects will be
undertaken within a company addressing issues of sustainability
Each module represents approximately 100 hours’ study time of which typically 24
hours is contact time with the course tutor(s) and the remaining 76 hours is made up
of pre-reading, directed reading, preparatory work and assessment. Modules will be
taught by School of Management staff, assisted where necessary by external
specialists.
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring
and review procedures.
Learning Teaching and Assessment Strategies
Teaching on the programme will be directed, supported and reinforced through a
combination of formal lectures, staff/student led group discussions, personal
research and guided self study, tutorials, seminars and directed reading. These
activities will all be further supported by the use of a virtual learning environment.
Generally the programme will aim to integrate applied and theoretical knowledge
with assessment processes that test both knowledge of the discipline and
understanding of its application and limitations. To facilitate learning, lectures and
seminars will typically utilise case studies, simulations and guided research
workshops. Sessions may be delivered weekly or in blocks. Small Group sessions
will use case studies and simulations with oral feedback given in class. Students will
be guided to suitable primary and secondary data sources and be required to
conduct research and presentation exercises. The Sustainable Operations module
is a good example of this, using techniques successfully adopted in other masters
programmes where students are required to work in groups to research selected
areas of business activity and build a sustainable business model. At a number of
defined points the developing model is presented to staff and peer groups for critical
analysis. This promotes peer to peer learning in addition to tutor input. Assessment
of this module is by a group report and a multimedia presentation, peer assessment
will be applied. Resources to support the teaching and learning activity will be
provided on the University’s virtual learning environment.
Assessment
The programme is summatively assessed by a mixture of written examinations,
assessed coursework, management reports, portfolios, learning logs and multimedia
presentations. Assessment is integrated with learning and teaching to support and
demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes for individual modules and the
programme as a whole. Emphasis is place on the feedback function of formative
assessment as part of the learning, teaching and assessment strategy as a whole.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 7 and 10 are focused on knowledge, understanding and
communication. They are assessed by a mixture of closed book examinations,
individual pieces of coursework and group coursework, portfolio.
Learning Outcomes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 10 are focused on the application of knowledge
and its communication. They are assessed by a mixture of individual coursework,
group coursework, individual and group presentations (including multi-media), in
workshops or by model development.
Learning outcomes 5, 8, 9, 10 are focused on the application of knowledge to define
future challenges and design products, processes or business models to address
those challenges in an ethical manner, and communication. They are assessed by
group coursework, group presentations (including multimedia), model or business
case construction, portfolio or learning log.
The dissertation is considered to be a capstone module assessing all learning
outcomes.
The maps of learning outcomes, teaching methods and assessment methods in
Appendix B shows the above in more detail.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations for
Postgraduate Programmes which are available at the following link:
http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Ord_5_PG_Taught_Awards.html
NB. The School operates a non-numerical assessment system. All assessment is
graded as below:
AD
Pass with Distinction
B
Pass with Merit
C
Pass
D
Marginal Fail
EF
Poor Fail
Awards are determined by a credit count system. To achieve a Masters degree all
modules must be completed to ‘pass’ level or no more than 20 credits condoned as
Marginal fails.
Students with 100 credits at the ‘pass with distinction’ level including the dissertation
will be eligible for a Masters with distinction. Students with 100 or more credits at the
‘pass with merit’ level including the dissertation will be eligible for a Masters with
merit.
Admission Requirements
The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their
previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of
each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our
assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability
to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements for each
programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a
combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience.
The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled
students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are
applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact
the programme leader before you apply.
Normal entry requirements for this programme are:
Candidates for the MSc in Sustainable Operations and Management will normally
have a first degree or its equivalent – in an appropriate discipline (eg. Management
or a science/technology subject) – from an approved higher education institute.
Equivalent professional qualifications will also be eligible if supported with
appropriate practical experience.
All non UK applicants will be required to provide proof of proficiency in English
Language. The minimum requirements are: 6.5 in the IELTS test of English (or
equivalent), or 240 computer based TOEFL, 580 written) TOEFL, or 94 in the
internet TOEFL.
It may be possible to admit students who do not have the necessary academic
qualifications but who can demonstrate a significant amount of work experience at a
professional level. Whilst each case will be considered on its merits students wishing
to be admitted by this route would normally be expected to have a minimum of 5
years’ recent professional work experience.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist libraries in the School
of Health Studies and the School of Management provide a wide range of printed
and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you
want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to
discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each School provide training
sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your
assignment, and will help you organise your references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus.
Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to
access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available
on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University
email account, personal information and course-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7
IT helpline available.
The School of Management has excellent library and IT facilities in the Learning
Resource Centre situated in the Sir Titus Salt Building on the Emm Lane Campus.
We make extensive use of the University’s VLE giving ready access to guided
learning materials at all times whether on or off campus. The School of
Management’s Effective Learning Service is available to all students and it is
especially valuable to students studying in the UK for the first time.
Student Support and Guidance
Course Team
Support for you personally and in your course of study, will be provided both by the
University and the Course Team. Each MSc programme has a dedicated Course
Tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or
personal concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with
whom you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a
comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning
issues and your course tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries.
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’
Union, through a system of course representatives and formal staff student liaison
committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide
confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect
of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (part
of the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as
council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can
access a range of additional advice and support services through the Student’s
Union.
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability
and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available
throughout the course from Career Development Services including help to find parttime work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies.
Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the
extensive resources on the web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring
options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input
by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged
workshops.
The specific provision on this programme is to prepare student for entry or further
progression within the operations and information management areas of
organisations. This opens up a wide range of opportunities particularly as this
programme is specifically designed to prepare you for the challenges of the future
rather than being based solely on the classical operations management models.
Graduates will be in a very strong position with regards to employability with their
knowledge of resource efficiency, a creative approach to the value proposition
offered by organisations and a good grounding in social responsibility and ethics.
Learner Development Unit
The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths,
numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is
delivered during both semesters which complements the individual support available
from Advisers and the wide range of interactive online materials.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are
committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone.
The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to help you get
the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can discuss any
concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether these relate
to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact the Disability
Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email: [email protected]
University policies and initiatives
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles
of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching,
research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not
claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading
University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including
teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our
commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this
initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a
clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development,
delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see
www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity/
This programme of study is at the heart of the University’s commitment to
sustainability.
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact
Admissions.
The Admissions Office
The Admissions Office
The University of Bradford
School of Management
Richmond Road
The University of Bradford
Bradford, BD7 1DP
Emm Lane
UK
Bradford, BD9 4JL
UK
+44 (0)1274 233054
+44 (0)1274 234321
http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/
http://www.brad.ac.uk/management/
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's
regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
Appendix A
Module Descriptors
MSc. Sustainable Operations and Management
Module Title: Business Economics
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4134M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Bryan Lowes
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To educate students with regard to the workings of the market environment within which
organisations operate. To provide students with an understanding of the economics of
company growth strategies. To give students confidence and skills in applying economic
concepts to business problems
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Lectures and structured seminars.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 74.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
0.00
Laboratory/Practical:
0.00
Formal Exams:
2.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how markets work and how market forces
affect organisations; the various growth strategies that organisations can adopt; the effect of
the national and international economies on business
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Demonstrate competency in the use of economic concepts across the programme and in
subsequent employment
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1.Analyse, think logically and evaluate; work successfully in groups..
Mode of Assessment:
001.
Assessment Type
Examination - closed book
Duration
Percentage
2.00
100%
Description
Closed book examination
Outline Syllabus:
Scarcity and choice. Resource allocation and markets: demand and supply/cost analysis;
intervention in markets. Market structure and competition: structure, conduct and
performance of companies and markets; market concentration and public competition policy.
The determinants of national output/income and fluctuations in growth rates. Key economic
variables: output , employment and inflation. Government fiscal, monetary and supply-side
policies. Exchange rates and the balance of payments. Globalisation, international trade and
international investment.
Version No: 6
Module Title: Accounting and Finance
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4154M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Patrick Barber
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To develop a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts and techniques in
financial accounting and financial management.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
The course is delivered by lectures (including videos) supported by tutorials/workshops, case
studies and self-study. [NB An individual assignment will replace the group assignment at
supplementary assessment].
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 75.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
0.00
Laboratory/Practical:
0.00
Formal Exams:
1.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Demonstrate critical understanding of the role and structure of the finance and control
functions within an organisation
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Evaluate critically relevant financial information for decision-making and employ
quantitative and qualitative techniques to prepare, report and analyse financial data
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Demonstrate the ability to analyse and evaluate financial information and present results in an
appropriate form; team working skills.
Mode of Assessment:
001.
Assessment Type
Examination - open book or seen paper
Duration
Percentage
1.00
50%
Duration
Percentage
Description
Open book examination (1 hour)
002.
Assessment Type
Coursework
50%
Description
Group project (3,000 words)
Supplementary Assessment:
As Original
Outline Syllabus:
The environment of accounting and the accountant`s role in the organisation.
Accounting concepts and policies.
Profit and loss; the balance sheet; cash flow; financial statements.
Interpretation and evaluation of accounts;
Ratios, comparisons and trends; Valuation of companies;
Sources of finance; Gearing - the traditional view; Working capital management; Investment
appraisal - an introduction.
Version No: 5
Module Title: Human Resource Management
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4222M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Dr. Jo McBride
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide the student with a critical understanding of HRM and its changing role within the
business and social environment.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Lectures, seminars and tutorials. Case studies will be drawn from current academic debate
and will be representative of the research being done in leading academic centres of study.
An individual assignment will replace the group assignment at supplementary level.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 76.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
0.00
Laboratory/Practical:
0.00
Formal Exams:
0.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Demonstrate a critical understanding of HRM and its role within the business and social
environment.
2. A comprehensive understanding of recent developments in HRM.
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Critically evaluate key developments within the area of HRM and assess relevant
methodologies.
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Further develop communication, analysis, teamworking, presentation and negotiation skills.
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration
Coursework
Percentage
30%
Description
Groupwork critical review of an academic article
002. Assessment Type
Coursework
Duration
Percentage
70%
Description
Individual assignment (2,500 words)
Supplementary Assessment:
As Original
Outline Syllabus:
1)HRM and the Organisation: Managing the Employment Relation: the nature of the
employment relation and the labour market context History of People Management: the
evolution of management systems (e.g. Taylorism) Models of HRM and Approaches to the
Subject (debates between Michigan and Harvard Schools; international variants) 2) HRM and
Change: Labour Market Factors and Recruitment Development Performance & Reward
systems Involvement Stakeholders and Negotiation
2)The syllabus covers ESD issues through its study of equal opportunities policies and
diversity management, social partnership arrangements as a source of resolving conflict and
conflict resolution in the employment relationship.
Version No: 4
Module Title: International Business Environment
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4139M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Prof. Frank McDonald
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the world economy and enable a
critical understanding of the factors involved in the international business environment.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Knowledge is disseminated in lectures supported by and assessed in tutorials, with skills
being taught, practised and assessed, and relevant lecture topics discussed in these tutorial
sessions. Verbal feedback is given during tutorials.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 76.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
0.00
Laboratory/Practical:
0.00
Formal Exams:
0.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, definitions and theories
within the international business environment
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
2. Critically analyse the mechanics of international political economy and the interaction of
`sub-actors` with multi nationals
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
3. Demonstrate development of analytical and group work skills.
Mode of Assessment:
001.
Assessment Type
Duration
Coursework
Description
Individual assignment (3,500 words)
Outline Syllabus:
1. Concepts, definitions and theories in international business environment
2. Political economy of international trade
3. Costs and benefits of foreign direct investment
4. Globalisation of economy
5. International institutions
6. Regional economic integration
7. International monetary system
8. Social-cultural factors in international business
9. Intellectual property in international business
10. International business negotiations.
Version No: 6
Percentage
100%
Module Title: Management in Context
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4254M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Nancy Harding
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To stimulate a critical understanding of the development of management processes and
activities as well as the way that power relations and context can impact on them.It will
provide the student with a critical evaluation of the way management is challenged by
developments in the market, the employment relations ship, the ethical framework of the
economy and society, the re-organisation of capitalist organisational processes. The module
will provide participants with an understanding of the contextual factors that are shaping
developments and tensions within new management practices.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Knowledge disseminated in large lectures supported by both staff and student-led seminars
and student presentations. Formative verbal feedback will be given in discussion and on
group presentations. Written feedback will be provided on coursework and coursework marks
will count towards the module mark.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 76.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
0.00
Formal Exams: 0.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1) Understand the historical development in management 2) Comprehend and evaluate the
key developments in management and `new management` practices 3) Locate a discussion of
such developments in the context of the tensions and pressures generated by contextual
factors in terms of changing product markets, ethical pressures, labour market volatility, and
competing regimes of regulation.
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1) Assess the relevance of distinct management paradigms 2) Have the ability to source and
gather relevant data on management paradigms and developments; 3) Be able to
independently assess developments in terms of new forms of management related to network
forms, CSR, virtual management, and others.
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1) Be able to communicate with confidence overarching themes and a broad canvass
approach in relation to management 2) Present orally on the subject 3) Write an extensive
report that synthesises process and context issues.
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
30%
Description
Individual assignment (1000 words)
002. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
70%
Description
Individual assignment (2,500 words)
Outline Syllabus:
The Roles and Purpose of Management; The History of Management: From Simple and
Paternalistic Management to Bureaucratic Management; Management in the Age of FordistCapitalism: managing workers and consumers; Management identities and politics: the
different functions and departments, tensions in modern management paradigms; The Global
Challenge: Globalisation and Management; The Market Challenge: The changing global and
market environment (the emergence of finance and marketing paradigms); The Ethical
Challenge: The changing demands of consumers, workers and the state; alternative
management paradigms (e.g. co-operative management, Islam);Management, Networks and
New Organisational Forms: Management and `Post-Bureaucracy`, Fantasy or Reality;
Strategic Management and New Managerialism: The Rise of the New Knowledge Context;
Restructuring and Uncertainty in Management: managers and management in the Risk
Society.
Version No: 3
Module Title: Marketing
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4146M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: tbc
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and principles of
marketing and their applications.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
The concepts and principles of marketing will be discussed in lectures and their applications
by means of case study.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 74.50
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
0.00
Formal Exams: 1.50
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and principles of
marketing;
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply these to a practical marketing situation:
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
3. Demonstrate refined analytical, problem-solving and creative skills
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Examination - closed book 1.50
70%
Description
Closed book case study examination (1.5 hours)
002. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
30%
Description
Individual case analysis coursework (1,500 words)
Outline Syllabus:
The marketing concept and marketing orientation;
Market environment;
Consumer buying behaviour;
Market segmentation, targeting and positioning;
The marketing mix;
Product concepts, service concepts, product portfolio, product life cycle,
Branding, communications mix;
Marketing channels, distribution;
Pricing and value, cost, competitor and marketing-orientated methods.
Version No: 4
Module Title: Research Methods
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4148M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Shona Bettany
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide students with (i) a conceptual understanding which enables them to analyse and
evaluate published research; (ii) a conceptual understanding of appropriate research designs;
(iii) a systematic understanding of data collection and analysis methods and enable students
to begin to apply research methods concepts and skills to their own research projects.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Lectures, seminars, practical workshops
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 75.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
0.00
Laboratory/Practical:
0.00
Formal Exams:
1.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Define a focused research topic and specify research objectives and questions; undertake a
literature review incorporating academic and other management publications.
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Develop a research framework and model; understand the significance and appropriate use of
different research methodologies.
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Acquire skills in both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis techniques;
understand the requirements for writing up a research dissertation.
Mode of Assessment:
001.
Assessment Type
Duration
Coursework
Percentage
50%
Description
Coursework - Individual assignment (2,000 words)
002.
Assessment Type
Examination - closed book
Description
Closed book examination (1 hour)
Outline Syllabus:
Introduction and managing the research process.
Research design and methodologies.
Research skills.
The literature review.
Questionnaire design.
Quantitative research I (theoretical aspects)
Quantitative research II (practical aspects)
Qualitative research I (theoretical aspects)
Qualitative research II (practical aspects)
Preparing a research proposal and course review.
Version No: 4
Duration
Percentage
1.00
50%
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
6. Module Type
New Lecturer
Decision Support for Sustainability
Standard Taught
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
For office use only
13. Pre-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
None
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module (but
not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
None
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
The objective of this model is to provide students with the necessary quantitative techniques and tools to
design, operate and evaluate closed-loop and sustainable supply chains. At the end of the course, the
participants will be able to effectively use off the shelf packages such as Excel Solver to address the most
pertinent problems in the field (e.g. location of testing and recycling facilities, pricing of remanufactured and reused products)
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
The course will consist of lecturers and tutorials. The lectures aim to expose the student to most relevant
tactical and operational challenges in the field of closed-loop and sustainable supply chains, as well as the
state-of-the-art techniques to solve such problems. Small group sessions will use practical application of cases.
Students will then be able to use the techniques they have learned to address real problems. All teaching will
be supported by information supplied on Blackboard, the virtual learning environment. The module will make
extensive use of articles and case studies. Learning outcomes will be assessed by: design a support system for
pricing LOs 1 a, 2 d, 2 e,, 3).; design a reverse supply network LOs 1 b, 2 a, 2 b, 2 c, 2d, 3.
17. Study Hours
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods
employed, in terms of options opposite:
(The total number of study hours for a single module
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.)
Lectures 12
Seminars/Tutorials 0
Laboratory/Practical Classes 12
Directed Study (to include time for assessment other
than formal examinations) 76
Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful completion
of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
1. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed this module, you
will be able to a) fully understand the differences a
forward profit oriented supply chain and a closedloop supply chain in which profit and the
environment are taken into account. b) have the
knowledge and level of understanding that will
enable you to select and apply a range of techniques
to address the challenges of the latter.
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
2. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to use quantitative methods to address
the following problems: (a) design forward and
reverse supply chain networks considering both
business and environmental dimensions, (b)
evaluate existing network designs (c) design ecoefficient procurement systems (d) design
mechanisms for controlling inventory of re-used and
re-manufactured items (e) price used and remanufactured products.
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to demonstrate the ability to collect and
analyse quantitative data to support decision
making.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
3. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in line
with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
Two coursework assignments
b) Description
c) Duration
Assessment 1: design a support system for pricing.
Assessment 2: design a reverse supply network
1750 words each
d) Percentage
50%, 50%
e) Supplementary Assessment
As original
20. Outline Syllabus
An indication of the sub-areas of academic knowledge covered in the module, outlining how these areas will be
developed during the module.
This module will cover quantitative techniques in the design, operation and evaluation of closed-loop and
sustainable supply chains. The operational differences between forward and closed-loop supply chains that
influence network design and operation decision making including a review of pertinent quantitative techniques
and models. Consideration of traditional location-allocation models and extensions of such models to deal with
the reverse flow of materials addressing such issues as how to locate testing, remanufacturing and recycling
facilities. Inventory control, and in particular, how techniques can be adapted to control used and
remanufactured product. Quantitative models for eco-efficient procurement. Marketing of used and
remanufactured products and the use of statistical techniques to answer questions such as how to increase
WTP for used and remanufactured products and determine their market value.
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
The knowledge surrounding sustainable operations is still evolving. The issues involved are complex,
interrelated and tactical in nature. Increasingly businesses are recognising the strategic importance of
sustainability. It is intended that this module will provide students with the understanding and skills to apply and
where necessary adapt established quantitative techniques to support the decision making processes involved
in designing, operating and evaluating sustainable supply chains. As such, this module will complement the
research based approach used in the Sustainable Operations module and the strategic perspective presented
in the Supply Chain Management and Reverse Logistics modules.
READING LIST (please list here the SET TEXT for the module and any SUPPORTING TEXTS).
As this subject is still evolving the following list should be seen as indicative only. It is likely that the module will
draw heavily on journal publications for support. There is no single set text to support this module but students
will be provided with guidance on reading during lectures, tutorials and via the virtual learning environment.
L. Alting, M. Hauschild, W.R. Stahel, S. Roy, and G.D.W. Smith. Environmental
assessment in product development [and discussion]. Philosophical Transations:
mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences., 355:1373{1388, 1997.
N. Aras, D. Aksen, and A.G. Tunugur. Locating collection centers for incentive dependent
returns under a pick-up policy with capacites vehicles. European Journal
of Operational Research (in print), 2007.
Y. Asiedu and P. Gu. Product life cycle cost analysis: state of the art review.
International Journal of Production Research, 36(4):883{908, 1998.
Atlantic Consulting and IPU. EU Ecolabels for personal computers. full draft report,
1998.
R.H. Ballou, S.M. Gilbert, and A. Mukherjee. New managerial challenges from supply
chain opportunities. Industrial Marketing Management, 29:7{18, 2000.
H. Baumgarten, R. Klinker, and T. Sommer-Dittrich. Reconfigurable logistics systems
in production and disassembly networks. International Journal of Production
Research, 42:3647-3655, 2004.
B.M. Beamon and C. Fernandes. Supply chain network configuration for product
recovery. Production Planning Control, 13:270-281, 2004.
M. Fleischmann, J. M. Bloemhof-Ruwaard, R. Dekker, E. van der Laan, J.A.E.E.
van Nunen, and L. N. van Wassenhove. Quantitative models for reverse logistics:
A review. European Journal of Operational Research, 103(1):117, 1997.
M. Fleischmann, P. Beullens, J. M. Bloemhof-Ruwaard, and L. N. van Wassenhove.
The impact of product recovery on logistics network design. Production and Operations
Management, 10(2):156-173, 2001.
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
Dr Roger Beach
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
New Lecturer
6. Module Type
Standard Taught
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011-12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
13. Pre-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
None
Supply Chain Management and Reverse Logistics
For office use only
None
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
To provide students with a broad understanding of the issues influencing the management of the supply chain
and the critical role supply chain management has to play in operationalising business models and strategies
that are concerned with providing environmentally sustainable value propositions.
To provide a strategic perspective of the value cycle from creation, through production, distribution and
recovery. To develop the critical faculties of the students to enable them to appraise emerging supply chain
management theory from a sustainability perspective and to be capable of adopting and modifying
conventional frameworks to support the development of these to support the sustainability agenda.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Learning will be directed, supported and reinforced through a combination of lectures, staff-led small group
sessions and guided private study. Case studies will be used to analyse specific scenarios and apply the
taught theory. Oral feedback will be given in the class. Students will be directed to appropriate primary and
secondary sources and will be required to perform research and present their findings. Formal assessment
will be an individual written report. All teaching will be supported by information supplied on the virtual learning
environment. Assessment for this module will be by a 3 500 word report analysing a company’s supply chain
and applying the “value cycle” principles to demonstrate how it should develop towards sustainability this will
test all the learning outcomes listed below; 1 a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3 b.
17. Study Hours
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods
employed, in terms of options opposite:
(The total number of study hours for a single module
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.)
Lectures 12
Seminars/Tutorials 12
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
Directed Study (to include time for assessment
other than formal examinations) 76
Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful
completion of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
4. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) recognise sustainability issues
within a supply chain context; b) demonstrate
understanding of the complex relationships that
exist amongst the different agents and activities
within an organisation’s value cycle; c) understand
the need to adopt holistic strategies for
sustainability.
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
5. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) critically evaluate relevant theory
and place it within the context of a range of
organisations; b) appraise business models from a
sustainable operations perspective and adapt
existing value propositions to support more
sustainable modes of operation.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
6. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) demonstrate effective written
communication of complex ideas and arguments
using a range of media, including the preparation of
business reports; b) research and interpret complex
and emerging theory in the sustainability arena.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in
line with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
Coursework
b) Description
Individual written report on the application of the
(free text 25 characters)
c) Duration
(free text 6 characters numerical only with decimal
places)
d) Percentage
(free text 3 characters numerical only)
e) Supplementary Assessment
theory taught on the course in an organisation or
industry of the student’s choice.
3500
100
As original
20. Outline Syllabus
Issues covered include: The development of supply chain and logistics strategies. Supply network
development and outsourcing. Transportation, warehousing, inventory management and distribution channel
design. Supply chain behaviour and performance measurement. Product design for environmental
sustainability. Logistics network design for product recovery. Information systems requirements.
Remanufacturing/recovery operations design.
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
(maximum 250 words)
A commonly used model in marketing, operations and supply chain management is the value chain (Porter
1990). Business models that purport to address sustainability issues can be seen to extend both the value
chain and servicisation models. With extended models such as servicisation companies seek to differentiate
their product on the basis of the quality of the service offering and to leverage more profit by extending their
role in the value chain. In this module the value chain ending with the customer is replaced with the value
cycle, whereby the provision of functionality to the customer becomes the focus of business models and
consumer driven reverse logistics. Although conceptually simple the change in emphasis from value chain to
value cycle is expected to have profound implications for organisations. The ability to transform one to the
other will depend on how effectively the design, marketing, operations and logistics functions develop the
competencies needed to exploit new technologies and emerging concepts and engage consumers in a such a
way that a sustainable value proposition is possible; i.e. create a business model that reuses, remanufactures
and recycles end of life products effectively while satisfying consumers needs. As products reach the end of
their economic life, high value parts and/or materials can be recovered. However, organisations must
possess the capability to efficiently disassemble, refurbish and re-assemble products but incorporating these
activities will significantly increase the complexity and cost of operations. For example, production planning
and control becomes more difficult because of the increase in the number of product variants being processed;
inventory management becomes more difficult because of the independent nature of demand and the
unknown condition of the recovered products; the skills and capabilities of operations needed to accommodate
increased product mix and product generations are more extensive. Reverse logistics are particularly
complicated because rather than being concerned with distributing significant volumes as efficiently as
possible through a restricted number of outlets, recovery involves small volumes of unknown quality from
many points. Frequently, economies of scale can be more easily achieved by third parties who are able to
reduce transportation costs and realise the economic benefits of scale in their operations. Therefore, inter as
well as intra organizational relationships become an increasingly important issue for the SME. Similarly, the
market’s acceptance of new business models is crucial to success so the market/design/logistics interface is
more critical and complex than ever. This module will present range of business models and explore the
supply chain implications.
READING LIST
This subject is still evolving and as a consequence a set text cannot be specified. The following texts are
indicative only and will be referenced as appropriate. Due to the rapidly developing nature and complexity of
this subject there is no single set text to support this module but students will be provided with guidance on
reading during lectures, tutorials and via the virtual learning environment
T. Skjott-Larsen, P.B. Schary, J.H. Mikkola and H. Kotzab (2007) “Managing the Global Supply Chain”, 3rd
Edition, Copenhagen Business School Press.
L.Gadde & H. Hakansson (2005) “Supply Network Strategies”, Wiley.
A. Rushton, P. Croucher and P. Baker (2008) “The handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management”, 3 rd
Edition, Kogan Press.
A supporting reading and leaning resource will be provided via Blackboard.
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
Prof. K. Barber
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
6. Module Type
Sustainable Operations
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
R. Beach, New Lecturer
Normal delivery
For office use only
13. Pre-requisite(s)
None
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
None
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
To provide students with the knowledge and skills to develop and operationalise business models/strategies
within the appropriate frameworks to comply with future requirements for sustainability. The three aspects of
sustainability (economic, social, environment) will be considered.
To analyse critically the literature regarding sustainable operations, develop appropriate models based on the
evidence available and to demonstrate how the models satisfy the sustainability challenge that will face
organisations in the future. In this module students will be assisted in creating a personal vision of environmental
sustainability and what this means in the business context.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Learning will be directed, supported and reinforced through a combination of lectures, discussion groups,
directed and self-directed study. Students will be expected to work in groups and to identify and agree areas of
relevant interest within each group, to research the chosen topic and to present their findings for discussion in
tutorials and as non-assessed and assessed work. Non-assessed work will receive formative feedback from
module tutors and peers. This module is focussed strongly on research and group work. Assessment is by two
pieces of coursework with peer assessment. The 6000 word Group report assesses LOs 1 a) b) c), 2 a) b), 3 a).
The multimedia presentation assesses LOs 3 a) and b). The peer assessment assesses LO 3 b).
17. Study Hours
Lectures 8
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods Seminars/Tutorials 16
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
employed, in terms of options opposite:
Directed Study (to include time for assessment other
(The total number of study hours for a single module
than formal examinations) 76
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.) Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful completion
of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
7. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
8. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
1. Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) recognise sustainability issues in
operations; b) research and synthesise data regarding
sustainable operations and its effects; c) demonstrate
understanding of the complex relationships of the
different activities of a business and to adopt a holistic
approach to the sustainability requirements.
2. Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) develop business models that
directly address the operations aspects of the
sustainability agenda; b) assess the models against
defined key performance indicators.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
9. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
3. Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) demonstrate effective listening, oral
and written communication of complex ideas and
arguments using a range of media, including the
preparation of business reports; the effective use of
multimedia technology to communicate complex
business ideas. b) demonstrate your effectiveness in
working as part of a team.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in line
with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
(Coursework)
b) Description
(free text 25 characters)
c) Duration
(free text 6 characters numerical only with decimal
places)
d) Percentage
(free text 3 characters numerical only)
e) Supplementary Assessment
Assessment 1: Coursework
Assessment 2: Coursework
Assessment 1: multimedia presentation
Assessment 2: 6000 word group report (with peer
assessment)
30%, 70%
Individual report 3500 words
20. Outline Syllabus
An indication of the sub-areas of academic knowledge covered in the module, outlining how these areas will be
developed during the module.
(maximum field length 1570 characters, about 250 words)
The module will follow the classic operations management taught structure including operations strategy, supply
chains, reverse supply chains, product and process design, process improvement etc. but will redefine it in terms
that will support an analysis for sustainability. This will be achieved within the overall framework of Agenda 21
and will include analysis of inputs to operations including: energy and commodities; product and service
development; process development; business models and assessment of their associated risks and uncertainty.
This module will integrate much of the syllabus content from other modules and act as a capstone module.
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
(maximum 250 words)
There is a developing interest in the concept of sustainability in academic circles as a research and taught
subject. Evidence can be found for this in the increasing number of Business Schools including the subject in
postgraduate programmes. These range from visiting lecturers for example Daniel Kammen at the Said business
School, to full time departments such as The Sustainable Consumption Centre at Manchester Business School,
and organisations established to understand the impact of sustainability on business eg: London Business
School’s Responsible Business Club. The April 2008 edition of Management Today (p14) quotes Jonathan Slack
(C.E. Association of Business Schools) “It is hard to overestimate the issue of climate change, global warming
and sustainability to society, the business world and explicitly business and management education.” The article
goes on to discuss the altering perception and expectations of students and that there is an explicit and
increasing move towards sustainability, eco-friendliness and corporate responsibility.
This module will be a modified version of the module successfully developed for the MBA programme. The
nature of the topic requires a very significant amount of effort to build a teaching and learning resource package
to support the module as it cannot be supported by a single “core” text. The subject area is developing at a
significant rate and many developments are controversial. This proposal is consistent with the universities
Ecoversity status.
READING LIST (please list here the SET TEXT for the module and any SUPPORTING TEXTS).
This module will be primarily research based and there is no appropriate core text. However a significant
teaching and learning resource package will be developed to support the module. Indicative reading includes;
“Limits to Growth” Meadows et al (2006), “Small is Beautiful” Schumacher (1973 revised 1993), “Environmental
Life Cycle Assessment of Goods and Services” Hendrickson et al (2006), “Alternative Energy Resources” Kruger
(2006), “Managing the New Frontiers” Scott (2008).
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
6. Module Type
Dr J Fairbrass
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
Corporate and Social Responsibility
Normal delivery
For office use only
13. Pre-requisite(s)
None
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
None
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
The module aims to establish a systematic knowledge and understanding of business ethics and sustainability,
as informed by current research and business practice; to develop a critical awareness of the management and
organisational challenges associated with the implementation of business ethics and sustainability at the level of
the individual organisation; to develop a deep understanding of the drivers behind the development of business
ethics/CSR and the roles of the different stakeholders in establishing the direction and rate of change.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Knowledge will be disseminated a combination of formal lectures, group discussions, tutorials, seminars and
directed reading. To facilitate learning, lectures and seminars will typically utilise case studies. This will be
supported by the use of Blackboard. Oral feedback will be given during seminars. Written feedback will be
given via assessment of individual coursework. Assessment for this module will take the form of an individual
piece of coursework of 3,500 words that will test all of the learning outcomes shown below (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 3a,
and 3b).
17. Study Hours
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods
employed, in terms of options opposite:
(The total number of study hours for a single module
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.)
Lectures 12
Seminars/Tutorials 12
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
Directed Study (to include time for assessment other
than formal examinations) 76
Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful completion
of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
10. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
On successful completion of this module you will be
able to...
1a. Demonstrate a systematic and critical
understanding of management knowledge and
awareness of current business problems in relation to
business ethics and sustainability, informed by current
research and business practice;
1b. Demonstrate a broad and rigorous understanding
of techniques associated with business ethics and
sustainability.
1c. Demonstrate a critical awareness of the external
political, economic, social and technological drivers of
sustainability.
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
11. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
12. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
On successful completion of this module you will be
able to...
2a. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate critically current
research and advanced scholarship in relation to
business ethics and sustainability
On successful completion of this module you will be
able to...
3a. Demonstrate originality in tackling and solving
business ethics and sustainability problems;
3b. Deal with complex issues both systematically and
creatively, make sound judgements, and make
effective and concise reports in writing.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in line
with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
(Coursework)
b) Description
(free text 25 characters)
c) Duration
(free text 6 characters numerical only with decimal
places)
d) Percentage
(free text 3 characters numerical only)
Assessment 1: Coursework
Assessment 1: 3500 word report
100%
e) Supplementary Assessment
As original
20. Outline Syllabus
NB Education for sustainable development (ESD) is an explicit and core topic for this module.
Background to the debate surrounding business ethics and sustainability; Definition of key terms such as
business ethics, sustainability, sustainable development, corporate citizenship and corporate social
responsibility; Traditional and contemporary ethical theory; Stakeholder theory; Corporations, state and civil
society; The firm as a 'political' actor; Duties and responsibilities of businesses - economic, social and
environmental; state or self-regulation; risks of non-compliance; International regulatory environment: national,
regional and international regulation and codes of practice; Stakeholders: shareholders, employees, consumers,
suppliers, competitors, civil society and government; Future perspectives.
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
(maximum 250 words)
There is a developing interest in the concept of sustainability and CSR in academic circles as a research
and taught subject. Evidence for this may be found in the increasing number of Business Schools who
are including the subject in post graduate programmes. These range from visiting lecturers, for
example, Daniel Kammen at the Said Business School, to full time departments, for example, The
Sustainable Consumption Institute at Manchester Business School; as well as separate organisations
created to understand and use sustainability, for example London Business School’s Responsible
Business Club. The April 2008 edition of Management Today (pp14) quotes Jonathan Slack (CE.
Association of Business Schools) as follows “It’s hard to overestimate the issues of climate change,
global warming and sustainability to society, the business world and explicitly, business and
management education.“ The article goes onto discuss the importance of “how sustainability is taught
and how it is researched ”, discussing the altering perception and expectations of students and that
there is an explicit and increasing move towards sustainability, eco-friendliness and corporate
responsibility as areas of interest.
This will be a new module but it will be based on the successful MBA module on CSR the learning and
teaching style has been modified to suit the background and aspirations of MSc students. The nature of
the topic will require a very significant effort to build a teaching and learning resource package to
support the module as it cannot be support by a single core text. The subject is developing at a
significant rate and many developments are controversial. The proposal is consistent with the
University’s ‘Ecoversity’ status and the School’s mission statement which was amended to include CSR
and sustainability in April 2010.
This module is designed to encourage students to explore the subject and share the results of that
exploration with others so that issues will be considered from a broad range of perspectives.
READING LIST (please list here the SET TEXT for the module and any SUPPORTING TEXTS).
Crane, A. and Matten, D. (2010) 3rd edition Business Ethics – Managing corporate citizenship and
sustainability in the age of globalization, Oxford: Oxford University Press.
As this is a rapidly developing area additional reading will be introduced in the lecturers/tutorials and
through Blackboard.
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
Dr Mark Van Hoorebeek
6. Module Type
Standard Taught
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
13. Pre-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
None
TBA
Applied Intellectual Property and Environmental Law
For office use only
None
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
The basic tenets of Intellectual Property and Environmental Law have widening application; although the dual
topics may, at first appear to be disparate, both areas are underpinned by the foundations of legal control and
both have a significant part to play in the modern design process.
The founding goal of this particular module is to provide a basic introduction to the concepts involved in legal
regulation. These foundations are subsequently built upon to provide a practical knowledge and skill set to
influence situations where intellectual property and environmental legislation have the capacity to impact on
core efficiencies within a product life cycle.
This Masters stage module will link academic subjects into the rapidly changing complexities of the initial
research and development stage, analyse the passage of new products to the market place and finally
appraise the final end stage disposal of the depleted product.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
The learning strategy will initially focus on the provision of the basic concepts of the sources of law, moving to
more advanced practical based projects. The delivery strategies will include a mix of staff, group and
individual facilitated study, with appropriate direction provided in each area to develop confident individuals
with high quality achievements, skills and graduate attributes in the conceptual foundations and practical
applications of Intellectual Property and Environmental Law. International and European Law will be used as
the basis for the introduction and exploration of concepts that can used to assess/interpret cases rather than to
teach students those specific laws. Appropriate support will be provided in both paper and electronic formats
through Blackboard and a raft of related e-Learning objects. The modules specific learning, teaching and
assessment strategies are further articulated within the module manual and are explicitly mapped to learning
outcomes in module descriptors and the wider university aims.
The weekly seminars and presentations assess LOs 1 a) b) e) f), 2 a) b). 3 a) b) c). The 2000 word individual
assignment assesses LOs 1 b) c) d) e) f). 2 c). 3 a).
17. Study Hours
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods
employed, in terms of options opposite:
(The total number of study hours for a single module
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.)
Lectures 12
Seminars/Tutorials 12
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
Directed Study (to include time for assessment
other than formal examinations) 76
Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful
completion of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
13. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to exhibit a range of cognitive skills
showing ability in both knowledge and
understanding of the subject and intellectual ability
in the analysis of the subject. The skills are
modelled on Bloom's Taxonomy (1956) and include
the ability to: a) Recall important information b)
Explain important information c) Solve closed-ended
problems d) Solve open-ended problems e) Create
‘unique’ answers to problems f) Make critical
judgments about complex legal issues based on a
sound knowledge base.
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
14. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) explain the foundational concepts
of public and private law, b) Understand how legal
sources are constructed and administered, c)
express complex theories in a range of appropriate
styles, often making connections between in a
variety of disciplines, for example how intellectual
property and environmental law affects the concept
of product life cycles.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
15. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to a) think practically about the
application of these concepts in a range of
disciplines, b) work effectively as part of a team,
regardless of group size, c) reflectively evaluate
your learning and personal planning processes and
take practical step to improve this process.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in
line with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
Assessment 1: Seminar participation and
presentations
Assessment 2: Coursework
b) Description
Assessment 1: A range of tailored approaches
delivered within seminars to ensure students are
fully engaged with the material and the group
dynamic. This will include case analysis, preparing
case summaries, summarising debates and
justifying judgements/legal opinion. There will
normally be four individual seminar presentations
and two group presentations.
Assessment 2: A written assignment based on a
complex legal issue involving embedded patents or
similar complex environmental issue that tests the
learning outcomes in a holistic manner.
c) Duration
Assessment 1: Weekly seminar presentations (30%)
Assessment 2: 2000 words (70%)
d) Percentage
30%, 70%
e) Supplementary Assessment
A case study of approx 3500 words looking at
embedded patents in products. This may be an
extension of the second assessment but it must
contain significantly more detail in the analysis.
20. Outline Syllabus
An indication of the sub-areas of academic knowledge covered in the module, outlining how these areas will
be developed during the module.
Law and Legal Sources
Intellectual property
The nature of intellectual property and in the product life cycle
Copyright - the protection conferred by copyright law; infringement; remedies and defenses.
The concept of registered designs; comparison with copyright; registration and ownership of designs.
Patents - the nature of registration of (requisites and procedures); infringement and remedies.
Environmental law
Institutional and constitutional aspects of European Community environmental law
Introduction and historical background
Sources of European Community environmental law
Environmental protection in the form of sustainable development as a goal of European Community policy and
law
Prescription and implementation of environmental principles.
Integrated pollution, prevention and control
Waste: Definition, movement and disposal
Civil liability for environmental damage
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
Business is constantly exposed to new challenges to remain competitive. Two of the legal areas that can
present significant challenge to efficient business are Intellectual Property and Environmental law.
Facets of the intellectual property system have close relationships to innovation and competitiveness on a
national scale, therefore there is significant governmental interest in how to improve the complex interrelated
patent processes to encourage overall innovation, accompanying research and development and in turn the
country’s productivity. For example the patent system is economically important, affecting key industrial
sectors in virtually all stages of production. Its influence permeates the manufacturing process across all
sectors, from the primary activities of experimentation, invention and extraction of raw materials, through
research and development to the manufacturing stages of production, before finally protecting the product in
the market place. Environmental law continues to increase in significance, and impacts at all stages of the
pre-mentioned manufacturing processes, this module will provide a foundation in the general law concepts and
then deal with intellectual property and environmental law from a process perspective. This will enable the
module to provide a dynamic, flexible and relevant addition in support of the MSc programme.
READING LIST
Due to the rapid rate of progress in both of these fields a reading list is quickly rendered obsolete. The reading
list will be released at a later date.
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Module Title: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4284M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Dr Nigel Lockett
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide participants with a strong connection between the theoretical understanding of
issues relating to entrepreneurship, corporate venturing, innovation and business development
and the experience of the new venture creation. By exploring both the theory and reality this
module provides opportunities for participants to develop and demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of the process of entrepreneurship, innovation and entrepreneurial
management. In order to experience this process participants will work in groups to develop a
new venture by using key concepts and theory.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
The module will combine the following elements: lectures with handouts to cover the
essential concepts and topics; class discussion; group working; new venture simulation;
analysis of contemporary case studies; videos; guest speakers. All teaching will be supported
by information supplied on Blackboard, the virtual learning environment. The lectures and
tutorial will ensure the students experience different learning opportunities both individually
and in small groups.
More specifically, learning outcome 1 involves exposure to the theoretical knowledge of
entrepreneurship and innovation and theoretical approaches that inform practice and
challenges from the perspectives of both the entrepreneur and entrepreneurial manager. This
will be supported by lectures, tutorials and individual assessment (summative). Learning
outcome 2 will involve gaining critical appreciation and understanding of the entrepreneurial
process, through working in groups, and the ability to critically analyse, challenge and assess
the contemporary approach taken to entrepreneurship and innovation. This will be supported
by lectures, tutorials, guest speakers and group assessment (summative). The largely
formative learning outcome 3 involves gaining transferable skills by working in small groups
to achieve a specific task, preparing and giving presentations, using a new venture simulation,
researching emerging technologies and writing reports.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 16.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
60.00
Formal Exams: 0.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Critically discuss theoretical knowledge of entrepreneurship and innovation
Understand the theoretical approaches that inform practice and challenges from the
perspective of the entrepreneur or entrepreneurial manager
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Demonstrate a critical appreciation and understanding of the entrepreneurial process
Critically analyse, challenge and assess the contemporary approach taken to entrepreneurship
and innovation
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Work successfully in groups
Prepare and give presentation
Research emerging technologies
Write reports
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
30%
Description
Presentation and 2,000 word Group report
002. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
70%
Description
Individual assignment (2,500 words)
Outline Syllabus:
Introduction to entrepreneurship and innovation
The Entrepreneurial Roadmap: Founder; team; opportunity; process; resources; Perceptions
of entrepreneurship and small business; The Entrepreneurial Mind: Dominant themes;
concept of apprenticeship; Psychology of the Entrepreneur; The House that Branson Built:
From Counter-culture to Corporate Culture Case Study; The Founder; The iconic
entrepreneur; Branson`s Virgin: Entrepreneurship in Action; Leadership in small businesses
Entrepreneurship opportunity; Entrepreneurial Process: Timmons Model; Business Models;
Innovation challenge; Mullins Domains Model: Market, industry and team; The innovation
challenge workshop; Entrepreneurship team; New venture team and personal ethics; Social
capital and networks; Social Entrepreneurship; Family business and succession planning
Exit strategies; Process and resources; Marketing in for start-up companies; Resources and
finance; Business planning; Contemporary issues; Strategy and small business; E-Business,
ICT and small business; Guest speakers used to support lectures
Version No: 1
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
Prof. K. Barber
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
6. Module Type
Environmental Management and Quality Systems
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
13. Pre-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
None
R. Beach, New Lecturer
Normal delivery
For office use only
None
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
To consider all of the key factors that impact on Quality and Environmental Systems implementation and to
critically assess their roles in improving the environmental performance of a company. To examine in detail the
process of quality management and environmental management system implementation and the stages
involved. To demonstrate the integration of ISO Standards 19000:2000 and 14000. To understand how these
international standards are consistent with the concept of sustainable development and compatible with diverse
cultural, social and organizational frameworks and systems of management. The special needs of small and
medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will be addressed in relation to these complex and demanding standards.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Learning will be directed, supported and reinforced through a combination of lectures, discussion groups,
directed and self-directed study. Case studies will be used extensively. This module is focussed strongly on the
application of theory and barriers to implementation. Students will be engaged directly in solving practical
problems so there is a very significant element of problem based learning in this module. Assessment is by a
single piece of individual coursework, which will require students to develop an integrated Quality Management
and Environmental Management System for a defined company. This will test the learning outcomes set out
below: 1 a) b). 2. 3.
17. Study Hours
Lectures 12
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods Seminars/Tutorials 12
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
employed, in terms of options opposite:
Directed Study (to include time for assessment other
(The total number of study hours for a single module
than formal examinations) 76
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.) Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful completion
of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
16. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
1. Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: a) Critically examine factors relating to
the implementation of integrated quality and
environmental management systems. b) assess the
impact of international standards and identify best
practice and demonstrate a systematic understanding
of the processes involved in implementing of complex
systems and performance metrics.
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
2. Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to: critically examine and evaluate the
17. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
relevant theory and standards within the context of a
(about 100 words max)
range of organisations.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
3. Having successfully completed the module you
18. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific) will be able to: demonstrate effective written
(about 100 words max)
communication of complex ideas and arguments
using a range of media, including the preparation of
business reports; research and interpret complex
legislation and international standards.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in line
with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
(Coursework)
b) Description
(free text 25 characters)
c) Duration
(free text 6 characters numerical only with decimal
places)
d) Percentage
(free text 3 characters numerical only)
e) Supplementary Assessment
Assessment 1: Coursework
Assessment 1: 3500 word report
100%
As original
20. Outline Syllabus
An indication of the sub-areas of academic knowledge covered in the module, outlining how these areas will be
developed during the module.
(maximum field length 1570 characters, about 250 words)
Quality Planning and Improvement Processes. Environmental Management Systems. ISO 19000:2000 and
14000 standards. Problems facing SMEs. Case studies in the Public Sector. Case studies in the Private Sector.
Models of system integration and implementation and assessment of their associated risks and uncertainty.
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
(maximum 250 words)
As concern grows for continually improving the quality of the environment, organizations of all types and sizes
are increasingly turning their attention to the environmental impacts of their activities, products and services.
The environmental performance of an organisation is of importance to internal and external stakeholders.
Achieving sound environmental performance requires organisational commitment to a systematic approach and
to continual improvement of an environmental management system (EMS). This module describes the elements
of an environmental management system and provides students with guidance on how to establish, implement,
maintain or improve an environmental management system. Such a system can substantially enhance an
organisation's ability to anticipate, identify and manage its interactions with the environment, meet its
environmental objectives and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable legal requirements. Case studies and
approaches are presented throughout this module for illustrative purposes. When designing and implementing or
improving an environmental management system, organizations need select approaches that are appropriate to
their own circumstances, this module demonstrates a process based approach to quality management based on
ISO 19000:2000 and how it can be integrated with ISO 14000. Environmental management is an integral part of
an organization's overall management system the design of an environmental management system is an
ongoing and interactive process based on sound quality management principles. The structure, responsibilities,
practices, procedures, processes and resources for implementing environmental policies, objectives and targets
can be coordinated through quality processes and adopting the principles of Quality Management..
This proposal is consistent with the universities Ecoversity status.
READING LIST (please list here the SET TEXT for the module and any SUPPORTING TEXTS).
The nature of this topic is such that it is not appropriate to recommend a set text. The subject area is developing
very rapidly and this module integrates two very substantial areas of operation that are essential for all
manufacturing and service businesses. The use of ISO standards is integrated into this module, they are
complex very expensive and change rapidly. Students will be guided to appropriate reading during lecturers,
tutorials and via the virtual learning environment.
TQM: Text with Cases (3rd Edition), J.S. Oakland, Elsevier, 2003, ISBN 0 7506 57405
Total Quality Management Blueprint (Business Blueprints), B G Dale & H Bunney, Blackwell, 1999,
ISBN 0 631 19577 7 Environmental Management Systems, BSI (on CD), 2006
ISO 14000, Environmental Management, ISO (on CD), 2005, ISBN 92 67 10412 2
The complex nature of this module will require a significant teaching and learning resource to be set up on
Blackboard.
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 New module descriptor implemented
Module Title: Performance Management Fundamentals
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4175M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Olga Matthias
Additional Tutor(s): (New Lecturer)
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
1. To examine the role of Performance Management in ensuring effective business
performance.
2. To consider how a culture of suitable measurement can be established and how sustainable
performance can be embedded.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Student learning is through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and group work, as
well as guided private study. Students will be directed to appropriate primary and secondary
sources and will be required to perform research to apply to specific issues as assigned in
class. This will require analysis and synthesis for presentation in class, where oral feedback
will be given.
All teaching will be supported by information supplied on Blackboard, the virtual learning
environment
Study Hours:
Lectures:
12.00
Directed Study: 75.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
12.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
0.00
Formal Exams: 1.00
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the processes involved in the development and
implementation of Performance Management systems.
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Analyse and evaluate different Performance Management methodologies; assess the benefits
and drawbacks inherent in the implementation of Performance Management Systems; predict
the impact of performance management frameworks.
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
Synthesise and analyse data and information and evaluate its relevance and validity in the
context of a particular organisation.
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Examination - closed book 1.00
50%
Description
Examination - closed book (1 hour)
002. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
50%
Description
Coursework - Individual assignment (2,000 words)
Outline Syllabus:
Introduction to the concepts and principles of Performance Management
How Performance Management can influence the shape of the business
Performance Management and business strategy
Developing and applying measures
Performance management and measurement tools and methodologies including Quality
Management Frameworks
Customer relationship management and measurement
Employee performance management
Supplier management
Version No: 2
Module Title: Management of Change
Module Credit: 10
Module Code: MAN4144M
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: Year
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Standard module
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Dr. David Spicer
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
To provide a framework for a critical of understanding the issues associated with managing
change in organisations and to provide opportunities for reflecting on real change in
organisations.
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Seminars, tutorials and workshops. To incorporate practical exercises, case studies,
presentations and group work.
Study Hours:
Lectures:
0.00
Directed Study: 74.50
Seminars/Tutorials:
24.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
0.00
Formal Exams: 1.50
Total: 100.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Understand the change process, their own and others response/reaction to it and how these
might be modified.
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
2. Identify the environmental influences on change.
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
3. Assess the implementation of change within organisations.
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Examination - closed book 1.50
70%
Description
Closed book exam
002. Assessment Type
Duration Percentage
Coursework
30%
Description
Individual coursework 1500 words
Outline Syllabus:
The nature of change. Cultures for change. Drivers of change. Reactions to change. People
and change. Leadership of change. Models of change.
Version No: 4
Proposal to introduce a New Module
School of Management
Please complete the form below and return this AND a copy of the draft module descriptor to
the Graduate Programmes Office.
Complete boxes on right (generic information already included)
1. Provider
School of Management
2. Related Department/Subject Area
School of Management
3. Principal Co-ordinator
(member of staff responsible for overall management &
delivery of module. If this is an associate member of
staff this should be Head of Subject Group)
(maximum field length 50 characters)
4. Additional Tutors (maximum field length 75
characters)
Dr Zahid Hussain
5. Module Title
(maximum field length 120 characters)
Information Systems Planning for Sustainability
6. Module Type
Normal delivery
7. Module Number (allocated by ASSU)
For office use only
8. Module Credit (allocated by ASSU based on total
study hours)
For office use only
9. Teaching Period
For office use only
10. Academic Year
(Academic year of first instance of delivery of the
module)
11. Module Occurrence (refers to collaborative
locations)
2011/12
12. Level
(Level M for postgraduate programmes)
M
13. Pre-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) which forms a necessary
initial requirement, which will normally involve having
undertaken assessment in the pre-requisite module
(but not necessarily having achieved a pass mark in the
unit)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
14. Co-requisite(s)
(The code of any module(s) that must be taken in
combination with the module specified in (5) above,
although not necessarily at the same time or in the
same session. Up to 10 codes may be entered.)
(maximum of 10 module codes in 8 character blocks)
None
For office use only
None
15. Aims
A statement of the overall academic goal which the module is designed to enable students to attain.
To have a comprehensive understanding of information systems (IS) planning for sustainability. To develop
skills in analysing and planning the uses of IS in organisational operations to yield better sustained efficiencies
and environmental effectiveness. To assess the costs and benefits of acquiring and maintaining IS.
16. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Learning will be facilitated through a core book, complimented by online materials and activities via Blackboard.
Students will be directed to cover academic material, short cases and activities to reinforce understanding.
The assessment of this module takes the form of a portfolio assignment that requires an application of the
module concepts to practical situation(s). The purpose of the assignment is to help you to apply theoretical
concepts to practical situation(s) or (an) organisation(s) of your choice. The portfolio approach assesses all the
leaning outcomes listed below 1. 2 a), b). 3 a), b).
17. Study Hours
A breakdown in hours of the different teaching methods
employed, in terms of options opposite:
(The total number of study hours for a single module
(10 Credits), including assessment, will amount to 100.)
Lectures 12
Seminars/Tutorials 12
Laboratory/Practical Classes 0
Directed Study (to include time for assessment other
than formal examinations) 76
Formal Exams 0
Other Forms of Study 0
18. Learning Outcomes
A specification of the skills and knowledge which a student, having will have acquired on successful completion
of the module. In line with Senate policy, this should be expressed in terms of:
a) Learning Outcomes (1)
19. Knowledge & understanding gained
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to:
b) Learning Outcomes (2)
20. Subject specific skills that will have been
acquired
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to:
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of
information systems planning, the process of
acquiring them and the contextual and environmental
complexities of their use.
a) demonstrate an in-depth awareness of business
needs and environmental costs of information
systems and appropriate methods and approaches of
their planning.
. b) analyse the strategic needs for IS and make
appropriate decisions surrounding the deployment of
IS solutions with sustainability in mind.
c) Learning Outcomes (3)
21. Transferable skills gained (not subject specific)
(about 100 words max)
Having successfully completed the module you
will be able to:
a) demonstrate research and analysis skills.
. b) demonstrate the ability to write concise reports
intended for senior managers.
19. Mode of Assessment (including supplementary assessment)
The Mode of Assessment should be designed to test the learning outcomes of the module and should be in line
with University Guidance Regarding Volume of Assessment
a) Assessment type
(Coursework)
b) Description
Coursework
One portfolio relating sustainability theory to an
(free text 25 characters)
c) Duration
(free text 6 characters numerical only with decimal
places)
d) Percentage
(free text 3 characters numerical only)
e) Supplementary Assessment
organisations IT use.
3500
100
As original
20. Outline Syllabus
An indication of the sub-areas of academic knowledge covered in the module, outlining how these areas will be
developed during the module.
(maximum field length 1570 characters, about 250 words)
The syllabus aims to develop a student’s understanding of how information systems can help an organisation to
yield greater value from its information resources. It covers the following aspects:

Detailed understanding of information and information systems (Different levels and types of information
systems used in organisations and, the integration between them. Also the competitive advantage leveraged
through their sustained use).
 Strategic understanding of the role of information management, knowledge management and information
systems strategies in deployment of information systems (A detailed focus on different strategies and
approaches used in their creation). Also a critical review of information systems planning frameworks and
tools.
 Detailed understanding of the business and environmental costs and benefits of acquiring and using
information systems (A detailed focus on IT investment and short/long term environmental costs).
ACADEMIC RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED NEW MODULE
(maximum 250 words)
Information systems are important resources for modern organisations and are crucial for their survival. This
module aims to develop strategic awareness of the role of information systems in organisations and highlights
the need for sensitive and flexible planning of these. This module would entail paying particular attention to
flexible and sensitive IS planning with sustainability, renewal and environment in mind, where IS investment has
to be linked to organisational needs and its use of energy more closely rather than just external trends. The
module would raise student awareness about leveraging benefits from new and existing technology (for example
acquiring and enhancing the systems that help to lower costs and externalities, i.e use of wireless networking,
modularised systems, energy efficient systems) with a particular attention to flexibility, performance, system
minimising the resource use, and requirements management.
READING LIST (please list here the SET TEXT for the module and any SUPPORTING TEXTS).
Set Text:
Hussain Z (2008), Strategic Information Systems, Pearsons (ISBN: 978-1-84776-143-9)
Core Reading:
Cassidy A (1998), A Practical Guide to Information Systems Strategic Planning, St Lucie Press.(ISBN: 1-57444133-7)
Hilty, L.M., Seifert, E.K. Treibert, R., Seifert, E.K. (2005), Information Systems for Sustainable Development,
Idea Group Publishing (ISBN-13: 978-1591403425)
Additional Reading:
Boddy D, Boonstra A and Kennedy G (2005), Managing Information Systems: An Organisational Perspective,
Prentice Hall.(ISBN: 0-273-68635-6)
Galliers RD and Baets WRJ (1998), Information Technology and Organisational Transformation: Innovation for
the 21st Century Organisation, John Wiley and Sons.(ISBN: 0-471-97073-5)
Galliers RG and Leidner DE (2003), Strategic Information Management: Challenges and Strategies in Managing
Information Systems, Elsvier Butterworth-Heinemann.(ISBN: 0-7506-5619-0)
Holbeche L (2006), Understanding Change, Elsvier Butterworth-Heinemann. (ISBN: 0-7506-6341-3)
Lucey T (1997), Management Information Systems, Letts.
McKeen JD and Smith HA (1996), Management Challenges in IS, Wiley.(ISBN: 0-471-96516-2)
Pearlson KE and Saunders CS (2004), Managing and Using Information Systems: A Strategic Approach,
Wiley.(ISBN: 0-471-45214-9)
Peppard J (1993), I.T. Strategy for Business, Pitman Publishing.(ISBN: 0-273-60024-9)
Richards, D.J., Allenby, B.R. and Dale, W.(2001) (Ed) Information Systems and the Environment, National
Academy of Sciences, Authors: National Academy Press (ISBN-13: 978-0309062435).
Robson W (1997), Strategic Management and Information Systems: An integrated approach, Prentice
Hall.(ISBN: 0273-61591-2)
Ward J and Peppard J (2002), Strategic Planning for Information Systems, 3 rd Edition, Wiley. (ISBN: 0-47084147-8)
PLEASE NOTE: IF THIS MODULE IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW PROGRAMME THAT
WILL BE APPROVED VIA CART, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE THE CHAIR’S ACTION
PROFORMA AVAILABLE FROM THE PROGRAMME OFFICE.
Approvals process (to be completed by the Graduate Programmes Office)
 Graduate Programmes Committee (or Chair’s
Action)
Date:
 School Board (or Chair’s Action)
Date:
 Sent for approval to ASSU (via Modcat)
 CART (or Chair’s Action)
 New module descriptor implemented
Date:
Module Title: Dissertation
Module Credit: 60
Module Code: MAN4018Z
Academic Year: 2010/1
Teaching Period: March Intake Programmes
Module Occurrence: A
Module Level: M (Masters)
Module Type: Dissertation
Provider: School of Management
Related Department/Subject Area: School of Management
Principal Co-ordinator: Directors of Study
Additional Tutor(s): Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Aims:
1. To enable students to apply knowledge and experience gained in the taught component of
the course to a relevant topic or project.2. To provide awareness and understanding of
different approaches to management research and experience of dealing with practical issues
in conducting a major research project
Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy:
Students are expected to devote some 600 hours of personal study to the project with the
assistance of a member of the academic staff
Study Hours:
Lectures:
0.00
Directed Study: 600.00
Seminars/Tutorials:
0.00
Other:
Laboratory/Practical: 0.00
0.00
Formal Exams: 0.00
Total: 600.00
Learning Outcomes:
1. Knowledge & Understanding:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
1. Knowledge of research methods and processes, together with deepening of knowledge in a
particular area of management
2. Subject-Specific Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
2. Skills in key research tasks such as empiricism, data analysis, judgement and writing to
deadlines
3. Personal Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of this module you will be able to...
3. Skills in self-management and motivation
Mode of Assessment:
001. Assessment Type
Dissertation or Project Report
Duration
Percentage
100%
Description
22,000 word (max.) dissertation. Criteria: literature review, methodology,
fieldwork, analysis, findings, contribution.
Outline Syllabus:
As part of the process of completing the dissertation students are expected to produce a
research proposal in semester 2b prior to embarking on the project, utilising the knowledge
and skills from the Research Methods Workshop. This prior is reflected in the marking
scheme for the project
Version No: 2
Appendix B
Curriculum Maps
1. Curriculum map
This table shows in which modules the main learning outcomes are developed
and/or assessed:
Programme Learning Outcomes
Stage
Module
LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10
1
MAN4134M
A
A
A
S
1
MAN4154M
A
A
A
A
1
MAN4222M
A
A
A
A
1
MAN4139M
A
A
A
A
1
MAN4254M
A
A
A
1
MAN4146M
A
A
A
A
2
MAN4148M
A
A
A
2
New
module
S
Dec.
Support
2
Sust.
Sup.Chain
2
Sust Ops.
2
CSR
2
IP & Env
Law
New
module
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
New
Module
A
A
New
Module
A
A
New
module
A
A
A
A
A
2
MAN4284M
2
New
module
EM & QS
A
MAN4175M
A
2
MAN4144M
A
2
New
module
A
A
A
MAN4018Z
A
A
A
3
A
A
S
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
2
ISPfS
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
S
S
S
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Notes:
A = this outcome is formally assessed in the module
S = this outcome is explicitly supported in the learning and teaching but is not
formally assessed
LO1
LO2
Demonstrate a broad understanding of the context in which
organisations conduct their business and how the business
environment determines strategic and operational decisions.
Demonstrate a critical awareness of the external political, economic,
social and technological drivers of sustainability.
LO3 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the internal
operational factors that both constrain and facilitate an organisation’s
ability to develop sustainable business strategies.
LO4 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge in a subject specific area of
operational sustainability and a clear understanding of how the skills
and knowledge gained in their initial discipline could be deployed to
pursue an environmentally sustainable agenda.
LO5 Demonstrate the ability to design, conduct and manage team and
individual based research to enhance understanding of environmental
sustainability issues within a business context.
LO6 Demonstrate the ability to collect synthesise and critically appraise
emerging information and knowledge pertaining to environmental
sustainability using both qualitative and quantitative techniques, and
use this to inform decision making in an organisational context..
LO7 Demonstrate the ability to address complex operational problems using
appropriate theoretical models, frameworks and decision support
techniques and to proffer solutions that fit within the broader business
context.
LO8 Demonstrate the ability to recognise and address the ethical and
corporate social responsibilities that emerge as consequence of an
organisation adopting an environmentally sustainable agenda.
LO9 Act as an agent for change and demonstrate the ability to promote
more environmentally sustainable forms of business.
LO10 Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, both
orally and in writing to a broad range of recipients.
2. Assessment map
This table shows the methods of assessments used across different stages and modules:
Methods of Assessment
Stage
Module
1
2
2a
1
MAN4134M
X
1
MAN4154M
X
1
MAN4222M
X
1
MAN4139M
X
1
MAN4254M
X
1
MAN4146M
X
X
2
MAN4148M
X
X
2
New
module
X
New
module
X
Dec.
Support
2
Sust.
Sup.Chain
2
Sust Ops.
2
New
module
X
2
MAN4284M
X
2
New
module
X
IP & Env
Law
EM&QS
2
MAN4175M
X
X
2
MAN414M
X
X
2
New
module
X
MAN4018Z
X
ISPfS
3
3a
3b
4a
5
6
4b
X
X
X
New
Module
X
2
2b
4
X
New
Module
CSR
3
X
X
X
X
X
1. Closed Book Examination
2. Coursework: 2a Individual; 2b Group
3. Presentation: 3a Individual; 3b Group (Includes multimedia presentations)
4. Portfolio or learning log (Includes E-portfolio)
5. Workshop or software development
6. Peer Assessment
3. Teaching map
This table shows the main delivery methods which are used across modules and stages
Teaching Methods
Stage
Module
1
2
3
4
5
1
MAN4134M
X
X
X
1
MAN4154M
X
X
X
X
1
MAN4222M
X
X
X
X
1
MAN4139M
X
X
X
1
MAN4254M
X
X
X
1
MAN4146M
X
X
X
2
MAN4148M
X
X
X
2
New
module
X
X
New
module
X
X
X
New
Module
X
X
X
X
New
Module
X
X
X
X
New
module
X
X
X
X
2
MAN4284M
X
X
2
New
module
X
X
X
2
MAN4175M
X
X
X
2
MAN4114M
X
X
2
New
module
X
X
Dec.
Support
2
Sust.
Sup.Chain
2
Sust Ops.
2
CSR
2
IP & Env
Law
TQM&EM
ISPfS
3
MAN4018Z
Notes:
1 Lecture
2 Staff-led small Groups
3 Workshop or practical session
4 Guided research
5 Peer to peer learning and development
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X