Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Identify major theoretical concepts in psychology related to organisations
      2. Trace the historical development of theoretical concepts in psychology
      3. Integrate psychology theory, research, and organizational knowledge to explain and interpret how the field of psychology currently advances knowledge.
      4. Identify and understand the use of psychometric tools in organisations
      5. Critique and synthesize theoretical psychological concepts and apply them to the organisation

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Understand and describe governance as it applies to an organisation
      2. Describe and evaluate the responsibilities within the governing body of an organization
      3. Explain possible structures within the organisation for delegating identified roles and responsibilities relating to governance and their application in various contexts
      4. Compare the main responsibilities of a governing body with those of the organisation’s management team
      5. Understand and know the legal and financial undertakings of a governing body.
      6. Know, identify and evaluate the procedures in place that ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements of governance
      7. Understand how to influence the effectiveness of the governing body
      8. Describe different processes for identifying and recruiting members to the governing body
      9. Describe and write procedures for monitoring induction, training and ongoing development for newly appointed members to the governing body
      10. Critically evaluate how feedback from the organisation’s staff, customers, and other stakeholders impacts the actions of the governing body
      11. Identify and evaluate governance and ethical issues

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

15

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

25

Assessment Hours:

10

Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Identify, explain and apply basic concepts for ICT management and its role in business
      2. Discuss and apply organizational, business and strategic issues surrounding ICT
      3. Know and evaluate different types of ICT management systems and
      4. Analyze and evaluate uses of strategic ICT in practice.
      5. Interpret how to use information technology to solve business problems Know and Analyze how ICT impacts a firm
      6. Describe the role of ICT in business
      7. Record the current issues of ICT and relate those issues to the firm
      8. Know and illustrate the impact of ICT within an organisation in society

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Understand and know the equality legal and guidance framework according to Maltese and European laws
      2. Understand and apply different forms of discrimination, inequalities and diversity and how they apply in the organisational framework
      3. Know and understand relevant theoretical models in relation to disability and diversity;
      4. Implement equality impact assessments of policies;
      5. Write and implement equality policies required to mainstream equality objectives into practice.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Explain, identify and/or apply the principles of entrepreneurial and family business;
      2. Know, define, identify and/or apply the principles of viability of businesses, new business proposals, and opportunities within existing businesses;
      3. Define, identify and/or apply the principles of entrepreneurial management and growth through strategic plans, consulting projects and/or implementing their own businesses;
      4. Define, identify and/or apply the principles of preparing a startup business plan emphasizing financing, marketing, and organizing;
      5. Define, identify and/or apply the principles of creating and defending an entrepreneurial marketing plan;
      6. Define, identify and/or apply the principles of developing pro forma financial statements;
      7. Define, identify and/or apply the principles of new venture financing, growth financing, and growth financing for existing businesses;
      8. Define, know and apply the principles of risk assessment of new ventures and entrepreneurship

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Identify the forces impacting corporate and business strategies
      2. Be critically aware of factors involved in strategy making
      3. Assess the resources and constraints for strategy making in a business context
      4. Explain the importance of social, economic and political forces; and technological
      5. Investigate the impact of internationalisation on strategy making

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Describe, understand and apply quantitative, qualitative and mixed research designs
      2. Describe and apply the importance of evidence- and person-based practice
      3. Analyse and integrate key findings from research to understand major influences on organisations, teams and individuals.
      4. Understand how to identify, apply and critically appraise appropriate evidence-based and person-based practices in response to identified organizational and employee needs
      5. Implement, monitor and evaluate evidence-based practices as they relate to organisations
      6. Discuss critically the concept of evidence-based practice in the organization versus person-based practice
      7. Evaluate the nature of evidence versus that of experience
      8. Know, understand and implement the strategies emerging from evidence practice.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Practical assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Identify and explain the core theories in the field of sociology of organizations
      2. Analyse organizations by application of relevant theoretical approaches
      3. Assess how changes in organisational strategies, structures and processes influence the achievement of organizational targets
      4. Identify objectives for further studies in the field of organizational sociology, including comparative perspectives,
      5. Critically classify the position of organizational sociology in relation to related disciplines.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

15

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

25

Assessment Hours:

10

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Explain and apply the differences between SMEs and large organisations
      2. Explain and identify how accounting, marketing, finance, management, and economics apply to SMEs
      3. Know and understand the legal and social environment of business of SMEs.
      4. Demonstrate an understanding of the global environment of business on SMEs
      5. Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical obligations and responsibilities of SMEs.
      6. Identify and list the use of business tools in SMEs.
      7. Apply knowledge of business concepts and functions for SMEs.
      8. Demonstrate the ability to manage people, processes, and resources within SMEs
      9. Explain and apply knowledge of key leadership concepts in
      10. Identify and evaluate business opportunities and trends for SMEs.
      11. Identify potential start-up models and resources given trends and opportunities.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Understand financial concepts used to inform management decisions
      2. Use presentation skills and report writing
      3. Explain the differences between capital and revenue expenditure, using examples
      4. Explain how costs are classified and allocated, using examples
      5. Present a cost-benefit analysis for new projects
      6. Explain principles of how to construct a case study
      7. Be able to make a financial case to inform a management decision
      8. Use a range of financial evaluation techniques to inform a management decision
      9. Use project management skills to present the projects

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Understand and explain the outcomes of effective leadership
      2. Evaluate the importance of performance and engagement as an effect of good leadership
      3. Describe, develop and assess own leadership styles
      4. Assess the effectiveness of own leadership styles
      5. Understand, explain and apply a range of different models theories and explanations of leadership
      6. Understand the implications of own leadership styles for self and for leadership within own organization
      7. Evaluate the impact of changes in the situation on the effectiveness of the adopted style
      8. Be able to use and interpret a range of tools to inform leadership behaviour
      9. Understand the implications of own and others leadership behaviour in different contexts and address certain issues
      10. Produce an action plan for developing own leadership style and effectiveness
      11. Understanding how these work in terms of motivation theory

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/Online

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

Total Contact Hours:

15

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

25

Assessment Hours:

10

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Compose, set up and write an excellent learner portfolio
      2. Understand and apply the importance of personal development even during practice.
      3. Be reflective and able to evaluate work done with employees and in the business environment
      4. Write SMART goals
      5. Demonstrate through self-reflection the importance to develop the potential of employees and the business through innovation and change
      6. Work professionally under supervision of other professionals
      7. Compile and create documents necessary within a business environment
      8. Work within a business environment for at least 474 hours.

Mode of Teaching:

Placement/Practical

Mode of Assessment:

Portfolio

Total Contact Hours:

23

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

480

Self-Study Hours:

77

Assessment Hours:

20