This module will draw on interdisciplinary theory and research from the field of management:

Historical developments in the field of management - management theories.

Management principles and functions.

Organisational structure and culture.

Managing people, teams, and diversity.

Resource and operation management.

Motivating and influencing in organisations.

Communicating and influencing organisations.

Ethics and corporate social responsibility.

Change management.

The future of the management function.

SU:

Element 1: Group presentation – 15 Mins – Weighting 40% (LOs 1) discussing management concepts and theories and demonstrating the connection between management practices and ethics.

Element 2: Individual 1500-word Report – weighting 60% (LOs 2 & 3) discussing change management in organisations to include its impact on improving organisational performance.

APIIT Lanka:

Element 1: Group presentation – 15 Mins – Weighting 40% (LOs 1) discussing management concepts and theories and demonstrating the connection between management practices and ethics.

Element 2: Individual 1500-word Report – weighting 60% (LOs 2 & 3) discussing change management in organisations to include its impact on improving organisational performance.

A) Mandatory industrial visit
B) Industry Guest speaker on campus

The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 200 learning hours of which there will be 48 hours of tutor-led learning and 152 hours of independent and self-directed study.¿

The module will use a blended-learning approach, incorporating in-class tutor led sessions and support, individual problem-solving and self-directed learning. All the materials – including learning materials and independent learning materials – will be provided.¿You will undertake formative assessments during the module to help you monitor your learning and provide you and us with ongoing feedback on your progress, that helps you prepare for the summative assessment at the end of the module.¿

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of management concepts and theories including the connection between Management practices and ethics
Knowledge and Understanding

2. Demonstrate how to manage change in an organisation
Knowledge and Understanding

3. Apply the knowledge of the management practices to an organisation so that constructive advice can be given to improve organisational performance
Application
Problem solving and Communication

4. Reflect on your career planning opportunities from your attendance at either Connected Futures, an approved industrial visit or discussion with an industry expert
Knowledge and Understanding
Reflection

Module study guide and handbook

The university library and learning resources – books and academic journals¿

The module VLE¿

Learning support materials¿

Electronic data bases¿

Online tools and internet¿

Selected contemporary problem/practice-based case examples

Sternad, D. (2020). Effective Management: Developing Yourself, Others and Organizations. London: MacMillan.

Boddy, D. (2019). Management: Using practice and theory to develop skills. London: Pearson.

Clegg, S. Kornberger, M. and Pitsis, T. (2021). Managing and Organizations: An Introduction to Theory and Practice, 6th Edn. London: Sage.

Spencer-Cooke, A. and Van Djik, F. (2015). Creating a Culture of Integrity: Business Ethics for the 21st Century

Combe, C. (2014). Introduction to Management, Oxford University Press

This module will draw on interdisciplinary theory and research from the field of management. Specific attention will be given to the study of organisations as social systems; the dynamics of change and survival in organisations; and the relationships between organisations and their environments. Other topics covered will include enhancing personal and organisational effectiveness, improving decision-making skills, and resolving conflicts in the workplace.

SU:

Element 1: Group presentation – 15 Mins – Weighting 40% (LOs 1) discussing management concepts and theories and demonstrating the connection between management practices and ethics.

Element 2: Individual 1500-word Report – weighting 60% (LOs 2 & 3) discussing change management in organisations to include its impact on improving organisational performance.


APIIT Lanka:

Element 1: Group presentation – 15 Mins – Weighting 40% (LOs 1) discussing management concepts and theories and demonstrating the connection between management practices and ethics.

Element 2: Individual 1500-word Report – weighting 60% (LOs 2 & 3) discussing change management in organisations to include its impact on improving organisational performance.

A) Mandatory industrial visit
B) Industry Guest speaker on campus