Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Core

Level 7 Optional

Level 7

Programme Structure

All candidates must be able to demonstrate an ability to benefit from and contribute to the programme. Given the general nature of assessment, candidates will normally match the entry criteria below: - a degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above; or - a professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above; or - an award which the University has agreed to accept as equivalent to the above. Where a candidate does not fulfil the standard entry qualification the Programme Leader may interview the person to determine their suitability for the Programme.

All candidates must be able to demonstrate an ability to benefit from and contribute to the programme. Given the general nature of assessment, candidates will normally match the entry criteria below: - a degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above; or - a professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above; or - an award which the University has agreed to accept as equivalent to the above. Where a candidate does not fulfil the standard entry qualification the Programme Leader may interview the person to determine their suitability for the Programme. Offerings: All

Where English is not the candidate's first language, or their degree was not wholly taught and assessed in English, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each section) or equivalent must be achieved. Pearson 50-70.

Where English is not the candidate's first language, or their degree was not wholly taught and assessed in English, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each section) or equivalent must be achieved. Pearson 50-70. Offerings: All

Evaluate the importance of technical skills and the application of research strategies in making management decisions.

Critically appraise published academic and business literature.

Practise and promote on-going personal development.

Critically reason and analyse complex business issues both systematically and innovatively.

Evaluate and draw reasoned conclusions from structured and unstructured problems and data.

Analyse the principles and practice of business operations and the managing of resources: financial, informational and human.

Demonstrate critical awareness of the integration of subject areas and analysis of their importance and impact in the decision-making process.

Evaluate and critically appraise organisation policy and practice.

Select effective information collection methods and use the most appropriate analytical tools.

Demonstrate effective and professional communication and problem-solving skills.

Apply concepts, knowledge and skills to work-based practice.

Integrate and rigorously evaluate business and management disciplines, using a variety of sources.

Participate constructively as a member of a team.

Apply the most appropriate methods of data collection and analysis (quantitative, qualitative, mixed-approach) to an organisational issue or problem.

Structure and communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.

Communicate effectively across a variety of media.

Collect appraise and critically analyse in-depth quantitative, qualitative and multi-source data.

Evaluate the effectiveness of management 'tools' in making strategic decisions.

Utilise problem solving and decision making skills.

Critically appraise the integration of management concepts and business philosophies, along with their theoretical and practical significance in today's environment.

Use creative, imaginative and innovative thinking in both problem solving and decision-making activities.

Course Catalogue

Management - 35530 - MSc