Module Details

Module Code: MGMT C1318
Module Title: Management and Communications
Title: Management and Communications
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Martin Meagher
Module Author:: Enda Cassin
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to give an introduction to the disciplines of management and communications. Within the management section, the students will describe the nature of Management and analyse the business environment within which all organisations operate. Principle management theorists' contributions are described and evaluated. Guidelines are described in terms of starting a business. Key current management challenges are recognised and explained. The communications' section will introduce students to key principles of communication, communication barriers and a range of communication approaches and skills required for the business environment. Students will also be provided with essential academic skills.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the theories and contributions made by key management writers to current management thinking and demonstrate an awareness of current management issues
LO2 Analyse the forces in the business environment and apply to business scenarios
LO3 Apply entrepreneurial thinking and skills
LO4 Explain the importance of business communication and barriers to the communication process
LO5 Demonstrate a range of effective audience-focused written communication and presentations skills
LO6 Apply key skills for academic study, writing and research
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
An Introduction to Management 10%
Definitions of management; An introduction to management; Management roles; Levels of management; Management skills
Contributors to Management Theory 10%
Classical management theories; Modern management theories; Critically comment on management theories
The Business Environment 10%
Definition of the business environment, The forces in the business environment; Task and Macro; Competitive Analysis; The importance of understanding the business environment
Entrepreneurship and Innovation 10%
Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship; Ways of getting started in business; An introduction to the feasibility study; An outline of the business plan; Support agencies for new and existing enterprises
Current Management Issues 10%
Ethics & social responsibility; Managing change; Workplace diversity; Globalisation
Principles of Communication 20%
Meaning of communication; Communication in business; Barriers to communication; Listening; Methods of communication; Communicating within organisations; Interpersonal skills; group communication
Academic Skills 10%
Academic sources of information; Basic research; Library information services; Essay writing; Note-taking; Referencing; Effective reading; Time management; Critical thinking
Effective writing and business communication 10%
Plain English; Active/passive sentence structure; Writing persuasively; Writing for different audiences; Letters; Business e-mails; Press releases; Agenda; Meeting Minutes; Memos
Oral Communication 10%
Public speaking; Purpose and audience; Presentation skills; Powerpoint presentations; Interview skills
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will be required to demonstrate the achievement of the learning outcomes through continuous assessment work. This work may take the form of an essay, exam, presentations, project, MCQ test, but is not limited to these formats.
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
3 Hours Written Exam
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture based instruction Every Week 6.00 6
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 12.00 12
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 15.00 15
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Tiernan, Siobhan D., Morley, Michael. (2019), Modern Management Theory and Practice for Students, in Ireland, 5th Ed.. Institute of Public Administration.
  • Cole, G.A., Kelly, Phil. (2020), Management Theory and Practice, 9th Ed.. Cengage Learning.
  • Roche, Marc. (2018), Business English Writing: Advanced Masterclass - How to Communicate Effectively & Communicate with Confidence: How to Write Emails, Business Letters & Business Reports, 1st.. Roche Publishing.
  • Garner, Bryan A.. (2013), HBR Guide to Better Business Writing: Engage Readers, Tighten and Brighten, Make Your Case (HBR Guide Series), 1st.. Harvard Business Review Press, Boston.
  • McClave, Henry. (2008), Communication for Business, 4th. Gill & MacMillan, Dublin.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Boddy,David. (2017), Management: An Introduction, 7th Ed.. Pearson Education.
  • Daft, Richard. (2018), Management, 13th Ed.. Cenage Learning.
  • Jones, Gareth. and George, Jennifer. (2018), Contemporary Management, 10th Ed.. McGraw Hill.
  • Linehan, Margaret. (2011), Make That Grade Management, 3rd Ed.. Gill and MacMillan.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Daily Broadsheets with relevant materials.
  • E-Journals Portal.
Other Resources
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