Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Recognise the importance of planning and preparation required to undertake a research project.
      2. Develop a thorough understanding of the chosen subject area.
      3. Use correctly various research methods
      4. Demonstrate the ability to collate and critically assess/interpret data.
      5. Compile and present data and information in a logical manner
      6. Develop an ability to effectively communicate knowledge in a scientific manner.
      7. Provide recommendations based on research findings.

Mode of Teaching:

Fieldwork

Mode of Assessment:

Long essay [9-12k words]

Total Contact Hours:

40

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

50

Self-Study Hours:

560

Assessment Hours:

100

Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. 1. Know and understand the importance of budgets and the effects on the organisation
      2. Explain and review different methods of budgetary planning and their effect on the organization’s objectives and policies
      3. Define, identify and apply the good characteristics of budgets
      4. Review the effectiveness of the organisation’s budgetary planning process
      5. Present and recommend improvements to the organisation’s budgetary planning and implementation processes
      6. Know and explain the advantages of, and problems with, budgetary planning and control
      7. Know, assess and review how to measure and monitor performance against budgets and their objectives and measure these against budgets and their objectives

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. Know, explain and apply the project management process
      2. Identify the procedures in the project process, and discuss what are the tasks, activities, and dependencies involved in a project
      3. Know and explain mathematical concepts and use mathematical techniques in estimation and quality metrics on a basic level
      4. Use Project Management Software applications, such as MS Project.
      5. Design a project and apply risk assessment techniques to the project management process
      6. Create and recommend an ethical and professional approach for risk management, HR, training, and client relationship matters.

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. Know and understand the main elements of Maltese Financial Legislation including the different types of companies
      2. Know, maintain and apply the Consumer Affairs Legislation
      3. Know and apply the Employment and Industrial Relations Act (Maltese Law) (EIRA)
      4. Know and maintain Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
      5. Know and maintain Data Protection
      6. Know and maintain Voluntary organisations
      7. Know and understand various government incentives

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. Develop a positive work environment that encourages high performance.
      2. Define motivation and align and motivate work teams to a common purpose.
      3. Adapt management style based on individual needs.
      4. Explain, set and communicate Key Performance Indicators
      5. Provide effective and timely feedback to both reinforce and improve performance.
      6. Address behavioural and performance problems with employees in a constructive way.
      7. Conduct a performance appraisal.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

Mode of Assessment:

Design of a performance appraisal (60%); assignment (40%)

Total Contact Hours:

27

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

53

Assessment Hours:

20

Learning Objectives:

1. 1. 1. Define, identify and apply the principles of change
      2. Know and understand the reasons for change in an organization
      3. Conduct an environmental and organisational analysis, to identify possible areas for change in own organization
      4. Explain and apply types of change and explain the effects of the different types of change
      5. Know and use different types of analytical tools to evaluate change such as PESTLE and SWOT analysis
      6. Explain, propose, manage and implement change in the workplace
      7. Assess the benefits and risks of implementing the identified opportunity for change
      8. Know the importance of a change implementation plan and develop and review such a plan

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. Know and explain what is coaching and mentoring and their difference from other professions
      2. Know and explain various psychological theories that inform coaching and mentoring and how these are applied in the coaching practice
      3. Explain the role, responsibilities, characteristics and behaviours of an effective workplace coach.
      4. Effectively apply the key skills of an effective coach (questioning, active listening, reflecting, giving and receiving feedback, observation and interpretation of body language).
      5. Explain and use coaching models to enable others to enhance individual and team performance.
      6. Understand learning styles and barriers to effective coaching.
      7. Adapt their coaching style to meet the needs and learning style of the individual.
      8. Monitor, assess and record learners’ progress towards their goals and how they can assess and record their own progress towards their goals.
      9. Monitor and review their own performance as a workplace coach.
      10. Plan and organise effective workplace coaching sessions.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

Mode of Assessment:

Coaching sessions (30%); assignment (70%)

Total Contact Hours:

36

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

Self-Study Hours:

84

Assessment Hours:

30