Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Optional

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

Where English is not the candidates first language, or their first degree was not wholly assessed in English, an IELTS score of 6.0 (minimum of 5.5, or equivalent) must be achieved.

Where English is not the candidates first language, or their first degree was not wholly assessed in English, an IELTS score of 6.0 (minimum of 5.5, or equivalent) must be achieved. Offerings: All

Candidates must be able to satisfy the LJMU and School admissions requirements in one of the following ways: - A degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above. - A professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above. - An award which the University has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree. Where a candidate does not fulfil the standard entry requirement or is classed as a mature applicant the Programme Leader will interview the person to determine their suitability for the Programme.

Candidates must be able to satisfy the LJMU and School admissions requirements in one of the following ways: - A degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above. - A professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above. - An award which the University has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree. Where a candidate does not fulfil the standard entry requirement or is classed as a mature applicant the Programme Leader will interview the person to determine their suitability for the Programme. Offerings: All

develop an integrated and flexible approach to the study of entrepreneurship and business enterprise.

Effective team-working skills (the ability to work as part of a team, manage or lead a team, influence a team).

develop employability skills suitable for entrepreneurial/enterprising roles.

critically engage with contemporary debates on the social, political and economic context relating to enterprise and entrepreneurial activity.

have an understanding of entrepreneurs and enterprising managers and their characteristic behaviours.

apply advanced business and management techniques to the analysis and solution of problems across a wide range of business settings.

demonstrate competence and professionalism in communication and problem-solving skills that is original and creative in its approach.

deploy research and develop and design strategies applicable for the entrepreneur/enterprising manager.

Appropriately deal with complex and unpredictable problems.

critically evaluate current research and scholarship relating to entrepreneurship and the enterprising manager.

select appropriate information and apply effective problem solving to an organisational problem or issue.

Interpersonal skills (listening, negotiation etc.)

debate the concepts and importance of an entrepreneurial culture and intrapreneurship.

critically evaluate the business and management concepts, including marketing, financial analysis, legal and economic and their critical importance in relation to entrepreneurial activity.

identify the presence of opportunities and threats arising from changes in the business environment and the impact on entrepreneurial activity.

Communicate clearly and concisely using both written and verbal communication.

Demonstrate creative and innovative thinking in problem solving and decision making activities.

Demonstrate effective self-management (including time management and initiative).

understand and debate the importance of strategy and change management in relation to the entrepreneur and enterprising manager.

Appropriately use information sources and IT applications suitable for the programme.

apply independent learning through reflections and independent thinking

knowledge and understanding of additional key areas identified in the Benchmark for Business and Management (Masters level), namely: markets, customers, finance, people, operations, communication and information technology, business policy and strategy, relevant contemporary and pervasive issues.

understand the significance of the political, economic, social and environmental contexts within which entrepreneurs and enterprising managers operate.

develop key transferable and employability skills within the field of entrepreneurship and enterprising management.

apply the personal and interpersonal skills necessary to lead individuals and work in teams effectively.

analyse existing and new situations to make informed and critical judgements.

critically evaluate theories, concepts, issues and challenges related to entrepreneurial activity.

critically evaluate theories and concepts underpinning entrepreneurship and business enterprise as an applied area of study.

Course Catalogue

Entrepreneurship - 36115 - MSc