The main focus of the classes will be a lecture style combined with case analysis. Students will also engage in class/group discussions to deepen the understanding of the concepts covered. Theory will be supplemented using guest speakers and video material where relevant.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is: to provide students with an in depth introduction to the functions of management and their application; and to provide students with the capability of developing a basic business plan.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Outline the planning process in organisations
LO2
Provide an explanation of leadership
LO3
Describe the aspects of organisational structure
LO4
Provide an explanation of the control mechanisms in organisations
LO5
Demonstrate an appreciation of entrepreneurship
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Planning
• The nature and importance of planning • Types of planning – operational, tactical and strategic. • The planning process • Business level planning • Corporate level planning
Leadership
• Definition of leadership and the process of leadership • The difference between leadership and management • Leadership theories
Motivation
• Defining and explaining motivation • Content theories of motivation • Process theories of motivation
Organising
• Components of organisational structure • Universal approaches to organisational design • Contingency approaches to organisational
design
Control
• The nature and importance of control • Methods of control • Stages in the control process • Effective control
Entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship • Starting a business • Idea generation • Feasibility study • Business Plan • Sources of finance
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
50.00%
Project
30.00%
Practical
20.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Essay
Written essays to demonstrate an in depth understanding of planning, leadership, organisation and control.
1,2,3,4
50.00
n/a
Project
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Business Plan
5
30.00
n/a
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Presentation of business plan
5
20.00
n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment