You'll develop essential skills for postgraduate study including:

working effectively in groups
presenting ideas in a logical manner
managing your time
taking lecture notes
You'll also conduct research and prepare and write a research dissertation in your area of interest. Through this research project you'll develop your knowledge, confidence and skills in:

researching and defining a research question
selecting source texts
selecting, organising and presenting information
structuring an argument
checking drafts and proofreading
avoiding plagiarism
You'll develop an understanding of how leaders and managers in business need to operate. You'll examine the aspects of a business that need leadership and management.

You will develop an understanding and appreciation of:

the international business environment
the implications of change in the business environment for businesses and managers
the need to make appropriate strategic decisions
You'll develop your English language skills so that you are ready for postgraduate study. The ability to write essays at this level is the most important focus.

You'll receive guidance in all aspects of academic writing including:

critical reading
synthesis of sources
text-level organisation
academic written style
Learner independence is a priority, and focussed support helps to develop this.

You'll study this module through:

pair and group work
problem-solving enquiry tasks