MGMT06023 2022 Introduction to Management
This module aims to develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts, theories and practices of business management.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Examine the roles and skills of competent managers and the levels of management within an organisation.
Discuss the importance of the evolution of management theories and their impact on modern management practices.
Explain the components of the internal and external environments and their impact on the field of management in the global environment.
Describe the key functions of management in terms of planning, organising, staffing, leading and controlling.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The student will engage with the content of the module through lectures, case studies, use of interactive multi-media tools and problem-based learning.
Module Assessment Strategies
A combination of two multiple choice tests between weeks 3 and 5, group projects and theory assessments will be used as appropriate for assessment purposes.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment.
Indicative Syllabus
1. Introduction to Managers and Management:
- Define the terms manager and management,
- Examine the levels of management within an organisation,
- Describe Henry Mintzberg's managerial roles,
- Identify the skills needed by managers.
2. Evolution of Management Thought:
- Describe the classical theories of management,
- Outline the contemporary approaches to management,
- Understand the impact of classical and contemporary approaches to management on modern management practices.
3. The Business Environment:
- Define the term organisation,
- Explain the components of the internal environment,
- Explain the components of the external environment,
- Understand the impact of the environment on the field of management.
4. Functions of Management:
- Examine the following functions of management;
- Planning,
- Organising,
- Staffing,
- Leading,
- Controlling.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Multiple Choice Quiz | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 40 % | OnGoing | 1,2 |
2 | Group Project | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 30 % | Week 9 | 3,4 |
3 | Individual Theory Assessment | Coursework Assessment | Closed Book Exam | 30 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Lecture/Discussion | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Tutorial | Flat Classroom | Problem Based Learning | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Independent Learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2020 Management
ISBN 0135581850 ISBN-13 9780135581858
"This course and this book are about management and managers. Managers are one thing that all organizations--no matter the size, kind, or location--need. And there's no doubt that the world managers face has changed, is changing, and will continue to change. The dynamic nature of today's organizations means both rewards and challenges for the individuals who will be managing those organizations. Management is a dynamic subject, and a textbook on it should reflect those changes to help prepare you to manage under the current conditions. We've written this 14th edition of Management to provide you with the best possible understanding of what it means to be a manager confronting change and to best prepare you for that reality. But not every student aspires to a career in management. And even if you do, you may be five or ten years away from reaching a managerial position. So you might rightly feel that taking a course in management now may be getting ahead of the game. We hear you. In response to these concerns, we've added new material to this book that is important and relevant to everyone working in an organization--manager and non-manager alike. Our "Workplace Confidential" pages identify, analyze, and offer suggestions for dealing with the major challenges that surveys indicate frustrate employees the most. You should find these pages valuable for helping you survive and thrive in your workplace. Surprisingly, this topic has rarely been addressed in business programs. Inclusion in an introductory management course appeared to us to be a logical place to introduce these challenges and to provide guidance in handling them"--
Module Resources
Needle, D., & Burns, J., (2019) Business in Context: An Introduction to Business and its Environment, 7th edition, Cengage.
Tiernan, S. & Morley, M.J. (2019) Modern Management: Theory and Practice for Students in Ireland, 5th edition.
Newspapers.
Case Studies.
Library Databases.
None.