Course modules
CORE MODULES:
Strategic Leadership for a Sustainable Future (30 credits)
Analyse theoretical approaches to leadership and apply them to strategic and sustainable business issues, utilising case studies and simulations to effectively bridge the gap between theory and practice. This approach aims to identify and cultivate the employability skills essential for success in the digital and global work environments of the future. Conduct reflective practice throughout the module, working to develop a deeper understanding of your own leadership style and identify areas for future development as sustainable business leaders.
International Business in Context (30 credits)
Effectively engage with international business analytical frameworks to critically examine the factors influencing success and failure of firms in a global context, preparing you to navigate the complexities of international markets. Explore the unique opportunities and challenges of conducting business internationally as globalisation and the digital revolution have increased global connectedness in business. Develop innovative and sustainable solutions and strategies for current and emerging international business issues. Critically analyse approaches to leadership and management in a strategic, international business context to develop diverse stakeholder management acumen and digital business competencies.
Digital Enterprise and Innovation (30 credits)
Gain an insight into digital enterprises and the nature of sustainable innovation. Explore issues of culture, communication and leadership within digital enterprises considering the unique opportunities and challenges they face. Explore how industry 5.0 technologies such as digital twin and augmented reality could be leveraged for competitive advantage by digital enterprises. Work in conjunction with local and national and international digital enterprises and apply your understanding of the underlying theoretical concepts learned to authentic business challenges and develop your digital competencies for future employability.
Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management (30 credits)
Understand the central role of operations and supply chain management and logistics key processes. Examine a number of leading approaches to operations and supply chain management and alternative logistic strategies that are linked to the types of products being sold and the processes used to make and deliver them.
MBA Project (60 credits)
Select the forma of your final project: business dissertation, applied corporate project, or route specialism. Interpret and analyse qualitative, and if appropriate, quantitative data, using appropriate statistical and computational techniques. Present empirical findings and implications for the activities and operation of the organisation/business sector.
