• Analyse a human resource problem and apply appropriate models to develop solutions.


7. Strategic Management This module will introduce you to the strategy process in a range of organisational contexts. After completing this module you will be able to: • Critically analyse a range of strategic decision-making models.


• Undertake a strategic analysis of an organisation.


• Apply a range of strategic choice frameworks to generate and evaluate an organisation’s strategic options.


• Demonstrate the need to reflect cultural, structural and behavioural issues in the strategic process.


• Develop and justify plans for the implementation of agreed strategies.


8. Research Methods This module will provide you with a conceptual framework from which research philosophies, strategies and methods associated with business management can be critically reviewed. You will develop research competencies, in particular those relating to data collection and analysis, that will enable you to design, undertake and evaluate independent research in an organisational setting. After completing this module you will be able to: • Critically appraise research undertaken by others.


• Propose and justify a report for a research project in business management that will stand up to critical scrutiny.


• Critically appraise the contribution primary and secondary data sources can make to research studies, particularly with respect to sampling, statistical analysis and data presentation techniques.


• Synthesize research findings to improve the quality of decisions in management.


9. Dissertation You will be required to undertake a 20,000-word dissertation.


Assessment The assessment strategy is designed to provide a range of assessment methodologies appropriate to the specific module. In particular it provides opportunities for students to apply their learning to real-life situations. Students will undertake a mixture of assignments of approximately 4,000 words, an exam, a timed assessment and a dissertation.


Duration of Programme Normally one year


Entry Requirements • An undergraduate degree from an approved university, plus at least two years’ professional full-time work experience.


• Applications from mature candidates without an undergraduate degree are welcomed provided they can demonstrate a minimum of five years professional management experience supported by references covering the five year period.


• English ability equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5, for overseas candidates who have not previously studied in English Please note that a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters degree alone (without an undergraduate degree or 5 years managerial work experience) will not be sufficient to allow entry to this programme.


What’s Included ibam students receive: · Free Laptop - Access electronic copies of your learning materials and important information, such as assessment instructions, whenever and wherever you are via ilearn


· Tutor support - On campus based lectures and tutorials·to enhance study materials and generate discussion with fellow students External resources - Links to external sources can include key journal articles, your university’s online library, sites of topical interest, etc.


Exemptions For this qualification, we may allow you to count credit for relevant study you have already done elsewhere. For example, holders of the BTEC


DMS will be eligible for advanced standing. For other equivalent qualifications exemptions are considered on an individual basis when you submit an application form. Please note that we cannot consider work experience alone for exemptions.


How to Apply In addition to a completed application form: If you have a recognised undergraduate degree: • Original or certified copies of your degree certificate and/or transcripts.


• Proof of English language ability (IELTS or TOEFL), if English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English.


• One suitable reference. Please note we can only accept professional academic or work references.


• Copy of your CV detailing your work history (must demonstrate at last two years professional full-time work experience)


If you are applying on the basis of your management experience: • Two suitable references (covering a five year period). Please note we can only accept professional work references.


• Copy your CV detailing your work history (covering the last five years).


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