In Business and Human Resource Management (Top-Up)

The module will examine the importance of the ‘People Profession’ in developing the organisational strategy and structure of a business.

The focus of this module is to:

1. Developing understanding of the importance of Organisational strategy on Structure
2. The impact of the People Profession on Transforming Organisational Structure
3. The impact of Organisational Design, Change

and Development in creating a Sustainable Business.

4. Preparation and development of students for a career in Business and Management, with specific focus of the “People Professional”.
5. Enhancement of a wide range of skills and attribute to equip them, as graduates, for the future as Global Citizens.

The module explores how events and actions in the macro-environment impact upon organisations, and the strategies that organisations may adopt to manage this. You will engage with contemporary discourses around new ways of working and communicating including within dispersed collaborations, learning and development strategies to meet changing organisational needs, and creating inclusive and sustainable workplaces. You will also engage with emergent topics within the field, as organisations adapt and requirements change, impacting on organisational approaches.

The ability to effectively communicate with all internal and external stakeholders is key for business leaders. The business environment is in constant flux and it is important to be able to navigate this space, whilst building relationships and networks.

This module will explore key communication and human resources theories and provide students with the tools to assess and develop their own communication skills.

The Professional Project capstone module is an independent study unit. Students will be able to draw together learning form their previous subjects, focusing on their key strengths, in the production of a business artefact. Alongside the artefact students will develop a written critical reflection, which is designed elucidate their rational for choice of artefact and reflect on the process of its production and dissemination.