| On successful completion
of the programme a student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of: |
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a variety of types of organisation, the external environment and its
effect upon strategy, behaviour and management.
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the operation of organisations, the role and practices of the various
business functions, together with the individual and corporate behaviours
and cultures which exist, and their influence upon the external environment.
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the established methods and processes, procedures and practices for
effective management of organisations with an emphasis upon understanding
and responding to change and the management of innovation.
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markets, customers, finance, people, operations, information systems,
and strategy, together with specific areas of contemporary opportunities
for graduates.
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| On successful completion of
the programme a student should be able to: |
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undertake problem analysis, critically evaluate statements against
evidence, detect false reasoning, and identify implicit values in
assessing business needs.
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conduct effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate
quantitative and qualitative skills in the identification, formulation
and solution of business problems.
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synthesise requirements, create, evaluate and assess a range of options
in order to recommend appropriate actions.
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appraise the operation of selected business enterprises and the role
of technology in those businesses.
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| On successful completion of
the programme a student should be able to: |
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conduct research into business and/or technology issues being familiar
with a range of research sources, design methods, and appropriate
methodologies.
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apply relevant quantitative techniques to the modelling, analysis
and design of solutions to problems in business and technology.
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select and use appropriate methods of information and communications
technology for business and technology applications.
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demonstrate an awareness of professional responsibilities, including
an understanding of the associated ethical and legal issues, and the
need for continuing professional development.
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| On successful completion
of the programme a student should be able to: |
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work to deadlines both individually and within teams and to show evidence
of planning within time, resource, and personnel constraints.
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apply professional, interpersonal and transferable skills so as to
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in relevant situations.
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accept responsibility for their own learning in a contextual application
of problem-solving skills and in the evaluation of outcomes based
upon supporting evidence.
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demonstrate a reflective and mature approach to personal development
in relation to academic study, professional advancement, and a sensitivity
to diversity in terms of people and cultures in business.
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