This course focuses on the relationship between the economic ambitions of businesses and the necessity to meet the growing global concern to meet sustainability agendas.
Through a combination of academic study and working with industry on real sustainability-related problems, you will develop the personal and professional skills you need to be a key player in this global, knowledge-based economy.
There are six entry points through the year. This allows you to start when it is most suitable.
Study the core areas of sustainability within the corporate sector, and logistics management and its relationship with sustainability
Gain intimate knowledge of the structural issues companies and counties face when implementing a sustainability agenda.
Develop advanced knowledge of organisational approaches to sustainability as well as of government policies and the critical capabilities to apply theory to complex issues
Explore your enterprise, creativity and independence – the skills required by employers - through your dissertation unit
Develop your employability by undertaking a work placement with the opportunity to work on a live project
Benefit from studying with a Business School that has partners across the world enabling you to examine the cross culture perspectives essential to organisations in the global markets
Unit Information - What will I learn?
Units
- Business Dissertation (MAR042-6) Compulsory
- Global Logistics And Supply Chain Management (BSS051-6) Compulsory
- International Corporate Governance And Company Law (LAW045-6) Compulsory
- Performance Achievement Planning (BSS072-6) Compulsory
- Strategic Management (BSS050-6) Compulsory
- Sustainable Business Management (BSS053-6) Compulsory
How will I be assessed?
A number of different assessment methods will contribute to your development and will enhance your employability. We consider it essential that comprehensive feedback is provided in due time so it is integrated in your learning process. When group work is required, the marks given will be individual following the University of Bedfordshire's regulatory scheme. In some cases, different kinds of assessment may be used in combination, making sure however that there are no hidden tasks. The different kinds of assessment are listed below and in some cases they will be used in combination, making sure however that there are no hidden tasks. In addition to the assessment strategies followed in each Unit, student knowledge and skills will be also formatively assessed through problem solving sessions or case study discussions, in order to ensure that development of their comprehension of the underlying concepts is appropriate to the level of studies and continuously supports the overall student achievement. A full list of how each Unit will be assessed is presented in the previous section. Please refer to the relevant section of this form regarding Academic Integrity. The intensive character of this Course's delivery as it is outlined in its Teaching and Learning philosophy is consistent with the needs of today's world for graduates who accumulate knowledge fast and are able to express the outcome of this process in a way that is meaningful and comprehensive. After induction, a week of intensive direct contact time followed by students own contribution through individual learning, will take them to the first assessment point. The process will repeat and at the end of the six-week block, the final assessment will be due. This will be a demanding but very rewarding experience. The overall assessment strategy for this course is geared towards creating opportunities for realistic assessment that links the learning in the class with real-life case studies. Reports, Case study exams and presentations that focus on providing experience in assessing and evaluating sustainability in business. Among other assessment types the following may be used: Class Tests: Questions in these exams always promote critical thinking and help you gradually develop your ability to apply, analyze, synthesize and evaluate. Oral Presentation: A number of transferable skills will be developed including the ability to present your findings in a professional, clear and concise manner. Reflective Report: Evaluating your own contribution to a team is essential in the context of this course but in the workplace as well Dissertation / Professional Practice / Live Project Regardless of which master's capstone experience you opt for, you will have to produce an individual, independent piece of work. The three capstone units will each be evaluated as equivalent. You will be asked to identify the research question or problem under investigation, review the relevant literature, and develop a sound methodology in order to explore the problem, proceed with the analysis, discuss your findings and make recommendations. It is the capstone of this course and builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in all Units. It will be one of the most challenging but yet enjoyable and rewarding experiences you will encounter. The use of a wide range of sources, both academic and other sources is a requirement for a postgraduate degree. The notions of accountability and academic integrity will be an integral part of your course. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. You will be informed about what plagiarism is and how to avoid it during the delivery of each Unit. Where an individual project is required you will be asked to show the different stages of your work or to present it in its entity upon completion. Where collaborative tasks are assigned, an individual reflective report will be necessary to indicate your contribution to the team. All coursework assignments will require a thorough evaluation of the sources used and referencing will be done according to the Universitys Harvard Referencing System.
