BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Business Administration / International Business
The Real World of Management
MAN6006 TRWM
STUDY GUIDE
PT BABA11-12 / BAIB12 Singapore
March 2017
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Contents: Page
Introduction
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Tutor Profile
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Module Description
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Teaching Arrangements
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Credit Allocation 4 Essential Reading 4
Additional Recommended Reading 4 Course Content 5
Assessment
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References 7
Marking Criteria 8 Appendix A – Coursework Information
Appendix B – Coursework Submission Sheet (E-Portfolio)
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INTRODUCTION
This module takes an ‘action oriented’ approach encouraging students to engage and reflect on their own learning and development in terms of both knowledge and self. Participants have the opportunity to develop key employability skills by critically exploring, at both theoretical and practical level concepts such as leadership, followership, cultural awareness, creating and sustaining relationships/networks, problem solving, decision making and enterprise/entrepreneurship.
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TUTOR PROFILE
Lecturer – Mr. Natt Srinara Email: [email protected]
Mr. Natt Srinara holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of
Adelaide, Australia. He earned his first degree in Business and Commerce, majoring
in Management and Marketing from Monash University, Australia.
Natt has about 10 years of corporate and professional experience, specializing in
sales and marketing, customer service, operations, project management and
business development. He has been involved in the Education Industry since 2000,
overseeing the marketing function in various private schools.
Natt teaches at Republic Polytechnic as an Academic Associate, where he has
taught Enterprise Skills (a first year foundation course in Business), Marketing
Research and Business Strategy. He also teaches at Singapore Manufacturer’s
Federation School of Management, lecturing in subjects such as Management,
Marketing, Organisational Development and Advertising & Promotion.
If you have any questions in the course of your learning, please email your lecturer at: [email protected]
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MODULE DESCRIPTION
This module will cover the following:
• Introduction to the module • Critically exploring and evaluating theory and practice • Research within organisations • Action Research for Organisation Development and Self Development • Generating and capturing data and evidence from the ‘real world’ • Making sense of data • Learning and self-development through portfolios
TEACHING ARRANGEMENTS
The module will be delivered via a series of lectures, group seminars and workshops which are designed to encourage a participative and questioning approach from the students. .
CREDIT ALLOCATION
This module has a credit value of 15 credits in Level 6.
ESSENTIAL READING
Linstead, S., Fulop, L., & Lilley, S. (2009) Management and Organization: A Critical Text, 2nd edition, Palgrave Macmillan ISBN: 9780230522213
Additional Recommended Reading:
Arnold, J. et al (2005) Work Psychology, Understanding Human Behaviour in the Workplace. Harlow, FT Prentice Hall
Barron, R, Kerr, N. (2005) Group Process, Group Decision, Group Action. Maidenhead. Open University Press
Blaxter, L., Hughes, C. & Tight, M (2011) How to Research. Open University Press
Fineman, S ed. (2008) Emotional Organisation; the Passions and the Power. Blackwell. Available electronically through MyiLibrary – BCU Library
Costello, P. (2011) Effective Action Research. Continuum International Publishing
Moon, J. (2007) Critical Thinking. An exploration of Theory and Practice. Taylor & Francis
Pedler, M., Burgoyne, J & Boydell, T. (2001) A Manager’s Guide to Self-Development. McGraw Hill
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COURSE CONTENT
The following is an outline of the topics which course members are expected
to cover as part of this module:
Session Lecture Topic
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• Introduction to Real World of Management • Introducing Action Research
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• Capturing organisational insights • Workshop - Preparing the portfolio, review, research and use of PPT/others
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• Making sense of organisations • Workshop – Presentation of First Page of Portfolio
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• Making sense of data and integrating critical commentary • Criticality in Research
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• Review and Report • Workshop – Discussion on Research areas, Portfolio and Hands-on
6 • Workshop – Presentation of developed Portfolios
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ASSESSMENT
BIRMINGHAM CITY BUSINESS SCHOOL UNDERGRADUATE
COURSEWORK FRONT SHEET
MODULE TITLE: The Real World of Management
MODULE CODE: MAN6006
LECTURERS: Mr Natt Srinara
HAND IN DATE: 10th June 2017
Learning outcomes and pass attainment level:
Module Learning Outcomes
1. Appreciate the significance of the interconnected nature of organisational activity
2. Apply critical thinking skills to complex situations
3. Reflect on the issues arising from working collaboratively
4. Draw on experience and appropriate literature to evidence depth and breadth of learning through the development of an on-going Critical Learning Portfolio
You will be assessed according to the following criteria: a) Evidence of an effective introduction (i.e. focus, scope and purpose) b) Evidence building, through gathering data c) Demonstrates insights into the nature and significance of interaction and relationships within organisations (for example at individual, group, corporate, corporate/social, and inter-organisational levels) d) Use of academic literature to support questioning, critical analysis and evaluation (with appropriate referencing of sources – Harvard format) e) Learning drawn from the e-portfolio f) Effective communication, presentation, and use of structure
The following are indicative of the threshold pass requirements for the module.
• Evidence of working with the e-portfolio format • Portfolio introduces the focus, scope and purpose of the e-portfolio in line with learning outcomes1,2 and 3 and the module’s indicative concepts • Some evidence of gathering appropriate data • Uses the evidence/academic literature to support some discussion in line with the portfolio focus • Demonstrates some appreciation of the implications of collaborative working for organisations • The conclusion evidences learning drawn from the portfolio
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• The communication and structure enables expression of some understanding, and discussion in line with the focus and data
The stronger portfolios will clearly build on these threshold requirements to demonstrate increasing levels of originality, depth of research, criticality in terms of analysis and evaluation, and effectiveness of the use of the e-portfolio format. Discussion relating to the levels of assessment will be an integral part of class discussions and seminars.
Please refer to Appendix A and Appendix B on the Coursework Information and the Submission Sheet found on the last section of this study guide
Avoiding issues of academic misconduct
Please note this is an individual piece of assessment and you should ensure you have read and understood the University’s guidance on avoiding issues of alleged plagiarism and collusion. Advice is introduced within the Regulations pages (http://www.bcu.ac.uk/student-info/academic-regs) and on the Centre for Academic Success Moodle page. If you have any additional questions on these issues it is essential to discuss them with a Module tutor.
We reserve the right to put any assignments through our plagiarism software to detect inappropriate use of other secondary sources, including books, other sources, Journals and internet sources. Where appropriate we may use a viva (‘an oral examination’) as part of the assessment process to help clarify and establish student understanding, and to examine the research undertaken for the assignment.
References
As with all of your assignments you should seek to make effective use all available resources to help develop the essay. These resources include those available via Moodle, including resources and tutor support from the Centre for Academic Success - see link http://library.bcu.ac.uk/learner/
All sources should be cited and referenced using the Harvard Referencing system. The principles of the Harvard Referencing system are detailed in the leaflets available in the library.
Extensions: There are no extensions granted on the module. Any claim for extenuating circumstances must be made through the official University channel via your Programme Manager.
More information could be found in: https://icity.bcu.ac.uk/StudentServices/Complaints-and-Appeals
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Marking Criteria
Mark Range
Clarity of Scope and Research Focus (10%)
Clarity of Analysis, Evaluation and Logic of Argument (40%)
Reading, Research and evidence building (30%)
Effective communication, Presentation, structure and writing style (20%)
90 - 100%
The scene and the focus of the research is clearly set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in an excellent, detail and comprehensive manner.
Complete and insightful theoretical interpretation and evaluation, and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice. Very strong evidence of reflective learning.
All necessary subject material cited flawlessly, with complete, critical use of a range of sources and resources. Offers a wide and insightful range of views and perspective.
Flawless and precise writing styles. An outstanding sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
80-89%
The scene and the focus of the research is clearly set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in a very clear, detail and comprehensive manner.
Excellent and comprehensive theoretical interpretation and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice. Strong evidence of reflective learning.
Most necessary subject material cited extremely effectively, with significant, critical use of a range of sources and resources. Offers an excellent and comprehensive range of views and perspective.
Lively and articulate writing style with very strong control of arguments and no language errors. An excellent and logic sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
70-79%
The scene and the focus of the research is clearly set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in a very clear and detail manner.
Excellent and consistent theoretical interpretation and evaluation, and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice that offers some insightful conclusions. Very good evidence of reflective learning.
Excellent independent research, citing a very wide range of relevant subject material very effectively, with some critical use of a range of sources and resources. Offers a good and consistent range of views and perspective.
Excellent writing style with strong control of arguments and very few language errors. An excellent sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
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Mark Range
Clarity of Scope and Research Focus (10%)
Clarity of Analysis, Evaluation and Logic of Argument (40%)
Reading, Research and evidence building (30%)
Effective communication, Presentation, structure and writing style (20%)
60-69%
The scene and the focus of the research is clearly set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in a fairly clear and detail manner.
Very good theoretical interpretation and evaluation of evidence, and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice. Good evidence of reflective learning.
Very good independent research, citing a wide range of sources and resources effectively. Offers a good range of views and perspective.
Very good writing style with few language errors. A good sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
50-59%
The scene and the focus of the research is set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in a detail and sound manner.
Some theoretical interpretation and evaluation and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice although criteria not always clearly stated. Evidence of reflective learning.
Some independent research, citing an appropriate range of relevant sources and resources to reasonable effect. Offers a range of views and perspective.
Sound writing style with some language errors. An acceptable sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
40-49%
The scene and the focus of the research is set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in a basic manner.
Basic theoretical interpretation and evaluation and the use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice although with occasional errors. Some evidence of reflective learning.
Basic independent research, citing a limited range of relevant sources and resources to some effect. Offers limit range of views and perspective.
Broadly coherent writing style with language errors. Mostly acceptable sense of structure and flow, and linkages between, and within, sections of the portfolio.
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Mark Range
Clarity of Scope and Research Focus (10%)
Clarity of Analysis, Evaluation and Logic of Argument (40%)
Reading, Research and evidence building (30%)
Effective communication, Presentation, structure and writing style (20%)
0-39%
The scene and the focus of the research is set out with the introduction of scope and structure of the portfolio in an incoherent manner
Limited attempt at theoretical interpretation, but with key errors and no evaluation. There is limited use of evidence/literature to support critical commentary to examine the links between theory and practice. Little evidence of reflective learning.
Citing a single textbook source and/or citing lecture notes, and/or use of unreliable or inappropriate sources and resources.
Limited structure and coherence and some arguments are unclear. Bullet points instead of prose. Incorrect use of Harvard Convention. Wrong assignment format.
Please note that marks are provisional until confirmation by the University’s Examination Board
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Appendix A – Coursework Information
Management Pathway - (Level 6)
The Real World of Management
Individual Assignment (100% of the module assessment)
The assignment requirements
Kurt Lewin proposed that “there is nothing so practical as a good theory” (Lewin 1951).
It is with this in mind that the purpose of this module is to critically research, explore and evaluate academic theories and concepts within a real world context.
This will be accomplished by the on-going development of a critical e-portfolio in which you compare, contrast and critically evaluate the potential linkages, tensions and contradictions between a chosen academic conceptual framework and its lived experience.
Ideally your portfolio should draw on your own primary research in terms of people’s views, experience and stories and a range of appropriate academic literature. Secondary research can also be used to support and enhance the discussion.
This e-portfolio will be developed using PPT Slides or other online platforms (where applicable), and should include approximately 3,000 words of critical commentary.
Developing the portfolio
Please note this assignment must be seen as a distinct piece assessment, and should not be based on any assignments currently or previously submitted for assessment.
From past experience the portfolios achieving the higher marks were built on an ongoing basis through gathering and uploading appropriate evidence - for example: media files, photographs, web links, video clips, text downloads, to support analysis and evaluation of the concept(s), emerging themes and their application to the real world of management and organisations.
Your portfolio should have an introductory page which clearly sets out your focus i.e. key questions/issues you will you be focusing on through the research project. What factors have led you to choose the focus – your rationale?
The stronger portfolios will draw their research from a range of sources to introduce different perspectives. However, what tends to make the stronger portfolios more thoughtful and unique is to introduce peoples’ lived experience. This can be achieved by uploading video, audio or transcripts of their stories and insights. Secondary research can be used to compare and contrast these experiences It is your responsibility as a researcher to ensure that permission has been requested and given from individual participants before uploading the data material to the portfolio.
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Although it is possible to work with secondary sources care should be taken to ensure that these are not simply used in a descriptive manner and that they are utilised to develop a critical discussion based on the focus established.
The stronger portfolios will also identify and demonstrate an understanding of theoretical perspectives drawn from a range of academic literature selected as relevant to your portfolio’s focus and emerging themes.
You should consider researching from the following indicative resources: • Module reading list • Electronic resources available through Kenrick Library e.g. ABI, Emerald MyiLibrary http://library.bcu.ac.uk/ • Google Scholar • There is a wealth of information available via the internet-however, in the spirit of the module you should consider how do you use this material in a more critical manner.
The stronger portfolios will use the literature and data/evidence to thoughtfully work through a series of coherent phases of analysis and evaluation discussion from which reasoned conclusions are then drawn.
The assessment guidelines will be developed through student discussions within class sessions and will be important to help with your self-evaluation of the portfolio, and the final marking of the submitted portfolio. There will be also be opportunities within class workshop sessions to share ideas and learning, and to discuss issues emerging from the shaping of a focus, the ongoing research, the development of draft material and the design of the final portfolio.
Previous examples will be demonstrated in class sessions
As with all of your assignments you should seek to make effective use of all available resources to help develop the portfolio. These resources include those available via Moodle, including resources and tutor support from the Centre for Academic Success - see link http://www.bcu.ac.uk/student-info/learning-resources/academic-skills
There are 2 stages of submission
1. The primary method for submitting your assignment is to upload your eportfolio electronically, via CDRom or USB stick (thumb drive), by the due deadline. The required file format will be Microsoft PowerPoint. Further details for this submission will be explained and discussed within class sessions.
2. In addition to the electronic submission you are also required to submit a completed portfolio submission form (a proforma will be available) to list the titles of all of the pages that have been included for assessment in the eportfolio. One copy of this form should be submitted to the Programme Management Office located at Wilkie Edge (WE) Campus.
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Appendix B – Coursework Submission Sheet (E-Portfolio)
The Real World of Management
E-portfolio submission sheet Date of portfolio …../…../……
Student name
Student number
Contact details: Please give a telephone number at which you can be contacted quickly if necessary
Please indicate the number of pages submitted
Please insert in the boxes below the name of the pages to be assessed
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