MSc (T) Management
Academic Year 2017/18
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.
Programme Title |
MSc (T) Management |
Final Award |
Master of Science in Management |
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Programme Code |
MGT-MSC-MT |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
N200 (DESCR) 100 |
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Criteria for Admissions An undergraduate honours degree in any discipline (except business or management) from a suitably quality assured university (normally the equivalent of a UK honours degree upper second class.) |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
180 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Queen's Management School |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Business and Management (2015) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations The MSc Management is based on the University wide modular framework. The class of degree awarded to the student (Fail, Pass, Commendation and Distinction) is based on his or her performance in 7 modules plus the dissertation or consultancy based report. Module marks are combined over the first and second semester that together with the dissertation or consultancy based report mark are used to produce an aggregate mark. Marking is based on the University agreed marking scale. |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
This programme aims to:
prepare graduates for future success by enhancing the utility of their first degree or preparing them for a management-related career
provide effective systems of learning, academic guidance and pastoral support to encourage the academic, intellectual and personal development of students
equip students with an understanding of organisations, their management and the changing external environment in which they operate
provide a stimulating suite of learning activities that introduces students to contemporary management ideas and practices
maintain a supportive working environment in which there is respect for social and cultural differences and openness, fairness, and equality of opportunity in relation to selection, learning, assessment and support
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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the ability to utilise both quantitative and qualitative techniques to evaluate business problems |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report. Methods of Assessment Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report |
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the ability to develop and improve team-working, including the assessment of self and peers, measurement of team effectiveness and conflict resolution |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report. Methods of Assessment Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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the ability to accurately assess the performance of organisations across a wide range of performance criteria. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report. Methods of Assessment Student skills in statistical methods will be mainly tested by individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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communication skills - the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues from various academic, career and cultural backgrounds |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Interactive classroom based activities, case study analysis, problem solving exercises and worked examples are used to provide the learning environment in which students can develop and enhance their transferable skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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persuasion and social skills - the ability to engage in deliberative dialogue and accept and make use of constructive criticism |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Interactive classroom based activities, case study analysis, problem solving exercises and worked examples are used to provide the learning environment in which students can develop and enhance their transferable skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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‘learning to learn’ capabilities - the ability to learn effectively for the purposes of continuing professional development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Interactive classroom based activities, case study analysis, problem solving exercises and worked examples are used to provide the learning environment in which students can develop and enhance their transferable skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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numeracy skills – the ability to interpret and understand basic statistics |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Interactive classroom based activities, case study analysis, problem solving exercises and worked examples are used to provide the learning environment in which students can develop and enhance their transferable skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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a detailed understanding of the workings of business organisations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and understanding is conveyed in traditional lecture sessions, small group teaching sessions, independent reading and critical enquiry and class discussions of key concepts and their application to practice Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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the ability to identify and diagnose business problems accurately and effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and understanding is conveyed in traditional lecture sessions, small group teaching sessions, independent reading and critical enquiry and class discussions of key concepts and their application to practice Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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an awareness of the major challenges facing contemporary business. These challenges include the need for continuous improvement, the management of change, maintaining the trust of all stakeholders, the effective management of people and technological and people resources. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Knowledge and understanding is conveyed in traditional lecture sessions, small group teaching sessions, independent reading and critical enquiry and class discussions of key concepts and their application to practice Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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the ability to identify, select and justify strategies and courses of action across a wide range of business activity |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations and interactive sessions with academics and guest speakers provide the learning environment in which to help students become grounded in developing subject specific skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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the ability to evaluate business marketing opportunities |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations and interactive sessions with academics and guest speakers provide the learning environment in which to help students become grounded in developing subject specific skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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the ability to formulate strategies for creating workplace cultures characterised by a sense of mission, shared values and high levels of commitment and motivation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations and interactive sessions with academics and guest speakers provide the learning environment in which to help students become grounded in developing subject specific skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
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the ability to display leadership in difficult business situations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations and interactive sessions with academics and guest speakers provide the learning environment in which to help students become grounded in developing subject specific skills Methods of Assessment Individual assignments, group exercises, class tests, independent learning activities, and the dissertation or consultancy based report. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Strategy-Making for Tomorrow's Managers |
MGT9026 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Winning Markets |
MGT9028 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
11 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Operations Management in the New Economy |
MGT9029 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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People and the 21st Century Organisation |
MGT9030 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
11 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Dissertation - MSc Management |
MGT9032 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
14 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Accounting for Managers |
MGT7033 |
7 |
10 |
YES |
6 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Finance for Managers |
MGT7036 |
7 |
10 |
YES |
6 weeks |
N |
YES |
30% |
70% |
0% |
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Research Methods for Business |
MGT7158 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
11 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Consultancy Based Report |
MGT9202 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
14 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesStudents must pass modules worth at least 100 CAT points, including MGT7158 before they can begin their Dissertation MGT9032 or Consultancy Project MGT9202. |
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