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This course allows students to undertake a research project worth 12UOC total. Students are required to select a research problem, conduct literature review, define the problem with necessary assumptions for formulation and representation of the problem, select and/or develop appropriate solution approaches, collect data and prepare them for model/problem solving, … For more content click the Read More button below.This course allows students to undertake a research project worth 12UOC total. Students are required to select a research problem, conduct literature review, define the problem with necessary assumptions for formulation and representation of the problem, select and/or develop appropriate solution approaches, collect data and prepare them for model/problem solving, conduct experiments, analyse results and write a report. Read More

This course allows students to undertake a research project worth 12UOC total (enrollment in 6UOC per semester over two semesters). Students are required to select a research problem, conduct literature review, define the problem with necessary assumptions for formulation and representation of the problem, select and/or develop appropriate solution approaches, … For more content click the Read More button below.This course allows students to undertake a research project worth 12UOC total (enrollment in 6UOC per semester over two semesters). Students are required to select a research problem, conduct literature review, define the problem with necessary assumptions for formulation and representation of the problem, select and/or develop appropriate solution approaches, collect data and prepare them for model/problem solving, conduct experiments, analyse results and write a report. Read More

Research component for part-time students in the Professional Doctorate in Public Management program.

Research component for full-time students in the Professional Doctorate in Public Management program.

This course integrates different aspects of human capital, social capital, intellectual capital and human resources systems in order to determine how to develop long term organizational capability capable of supporting both adaptability and innovation.  The importance of organizational alignment and fit in order to enable the systems to be adaptable … For more content click the Read More button below.This course integrates different aspects of human capital, social capital, intellectual capital and human resources systems in order to determine how to develop long term organizational capability capable of supporting both adaptability and innovation.  The importance of organizational alignment and fit in order to enable the systems to be adaptable will be discussed.  The subject includes learning theory, training needs analysis; training design, assessment and evaluation; the role of the manager as coach and the outsourcing of training provision to external providers. In addition, it explores approaches to management development and succession planning and techniques for measuring return on training investment. The integrated nature of all aspects of people based interventions will be assessed and the need for all implementation plans to be developed in a holistic way.Read More

This course equips managers with the knowledge and understanding of theory, concepts and approaches related to the utilisation of reward and performance management routines so as to maximise organisational outcomes. If change in a business strategy is to be implemented successfully, it must be underpinned by performance management and reward … For more content click the Read More button below.This course equips managers with the knowledge and understanding of theory, concepts and approaches related to the utilisation of reward and performance management routines so as to maximise organisational outcomes. If change in a business strategy is to be implemented successfully, it must be underpinned by performance management and reward strategies that are aligned to the new aims of the organisation. This course integrates different aspects of managing people, including rewards, incentives and performance management in ways that will support change and the creation of high performing individuals.Read More

The People and Systems course considers the role of people in delivering organizational effectiveness and high performance, in conjunction with the impact of their managers on the outcomes. The concept of systems thinking and the role of people as part of those systems will be introduced. The course then considers … For more content click the Read More button below.The People and Systems course considers the role of people in delivering organizational effectiveness and high performance, in conjunction with the impact of their managers on the outcomes. The concept of systems thinking and the role of people as part of those systems will be introduced. The course then considers the role of people and reflects on the way people will behave within the systems. The key course outcome is to ensure that managers recognise their role in enabling and supporting others to achieve their goals, and the consequences of not doing this well. The course will take students through a number of real world case studies and present the challenges faced by managers when first taking responsibility for a team of people within an organisation.Read More

This course is tailored to meet the requirements of the Capability and Technology Management College (CTMC). The course aims to examine the concepts and techniques required to sustain the physical asset elements of a capability. The course will provide students with various case studies to examine world’s best practice as … For more content click the Read More button below.This course is tailored to meet the requirements of the Capability and Technology Management College (CTMC). The course aims to examine the concepts and techniques required to sustain the physical asset elements of a capability. The course will provide students with various case studies to examine world’s best practice as well as physical asset management sustainment failures. These cases include civilian and military applications. The course covers the various aspects of physical asset sustainment, in particular: maintenance and inventory requirements, fundamental inputs to capability (FIC) requirements, the establishment and operation of supply chains and configuration management systems required and the use of life cycle costing (LCC) to support a physical asset fleet throughout its life cycle. Through a series of lecture presentations, discussions and workshops, students will develop an understanding of physical asset sustainment.Read More

This course offers analysis of the process of capability development and strategic procurement and strategic outsourcing , with special reference to the public sector. Defence procurement will receive particular attention. Assessment will include a significant research-based component.

The aim of this course is to give you an insight into Logistics and Global Supply Chain Management. Many students come to this subject with their own (mis)interpretations of what is meant by logistics and supply chain management. By the end of the module, you should be clear what is … For more content click the Read More button below.The aim of this course is to give you an insight into Logistics and Global Supply Chain Management. Many students come to this subject with their own (mis)interpretations of what is meant by logistics and supply chain management. By the end of the module, you should be clear what is meant by these terms and how they differ from each other. While the discussion on the linguistic origins of logistics might appear superficial, it is nonetheless important as it highlights the military roots of logistics.Read More