The Master of Science in Management Practice is a 90 ECTS programme that can be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time. The programme is structured to include ten taught modules (60 ECTS) and a choice of either a Dissertation or Placement Capstone elective (30 ECTS).
Upon completion of the programme, students will have developed several skills, including:
Management skills for various roles in industry
Understanding key management issues
Applying innovative management processes and techniques
Critically evaluating and deploying management tools and models in strategic decision-making
Competencies in general management practices, with a focus on business ethics and sustainability
Independent research and problem-solving skills
Graduates of the programme will be equipped to analyse, implement, and evaluate management concepts and techniques, enabling them to generate valuable insights for strategic ethical business decisions and to enhance organisational productivity, value, and profitability.
The programme objectives of the Master of Science in Management Practice are:
To gain an understanding of the national and international contexts in which organisations operate.
To think strategically, with awareness of the long-term impact of decisions on organisational success and sustainable outcomes.
To appreciate the strategic power of information, including how emerging technologies can enhance decision-making and innovation.
To recognise the value of personal reflective learning, using it to improve managerial skills and leadership.
To understand how managed teamwork and collaborative working benefit organisations, leveraging digital tools and fostering an inclusive work culture.
To gain an understanding of financial analysis and reporting, with an appreciation for the role financial decisions play in supporting long-term sustainability.
To develop an entrepreneurial mindset that applies creativity, innovation, and adaptability in a business context.
To perceive the implications of organisational change and recognise the role in managing it.
To see the difference between management and leadership, and recognise how both are needed to drive organisational success through responsible practices.
To appreciate the value of a project management approach.
To develop research skills and apply theoretical knowledge to work-based problems, ensuring that solutions are aligned with ethical business practices.
To develop and apply advanced management concepts through a research project or professional placement, demonstrating technical competence, ethical awareness, and reflective practice in real-world contexts.
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