Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Liverpool Business School

Learning Methods

Workshop

Module Offerings

7005LBSMGT-JAN-MTP

Aims

To put management theory into practice, developing proficiency in core management competencies and awareness of the holistic, interrelated functional dependencies within a business

Learning Outcomes

1.
Develop management practice through competencies
2.
Analyse business operations from the perspective of transformational and value adding activities
3.
Synthesise and present business improvements
4.
Develop awareness and appreciation of the holistic nature of business and the impact of multi perspective perceptions through role play in a business simulation environment
5.
Critically reflect on the application of management competencies in business scenarios

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Based upon Cole, G A. and Kelly, P. (2020), 'Management Theory and Practice', Ed. 9, Cengage. Delivered in weekly 4hr sessions (workshops) - The module will focus mainly on part 3 of the book (Integrated management/ business functions and processes i.e. selected chapters in the range of 27-43). Introduction to management competencies and the value of competency frameworks. Introduction to problem solving and continuous improvement tools commonly utilised within an industry context. Outlining holistic thinking and exploring tools for structuring complex problems. Explore business functions (Marketing, Operations, HR, Finance and IT) from a cross-functional and integrated perspective. Business simulation - In groups, students will role play (adopt a management role) and operate as a management team responsible for a SME. They will make operational and strategic decisions to ensure the company meets its goals.
Module Overview:
This module aims to put management theory into practice, developing proficiency in core management competencies and awareness of the holistic, interrelated functional dependencies within a business.


Additional Information:This module provides a practical approach to develop an evidence-based portfolio of competency development

Assessments

Presentation
Reflection