Courses / Modules / MANG6378 Induction

Induction

When you'll study it: Semester 1
Level: Level 7
Module lead: Xiaoti Hu
Academic year: 2023-24

Module overview

This module provides an extended induction into the MSc International Management programme. It provides you with an introduction to key aspects of academic practice that are embedded into the overall degree programme. In addition, it provides a space for personal and group development (e.g. developing your critical thinking skills, providing strategies for effective group work and enhancing your presentation skills).

Aims and Objectives

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

key processes in group working; including decision making and problem solving.
key University processes that support independent study; e.g. critical thinking;
the MSc IM framework and the opportunities it offers;

Transferable and Generic Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

demonstrate an awareness of the key elements of successful academic writing;
manage your time and tasks effectively in the context of individual study and group work activities.
demonstrate the critical success factors for successful presentations;

Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

access Key IT systems that will support your academic career; including our virtual learning environment and our library systems.

Learning and Teaching

Teaching and learning methods

Learning activities include:

Lectures
Use of on-line materials
Workshops
In-class case study / problem solving activities
Private study
An individual assignment reflecting on the lessons learned

Study time
Type	Hours
Teaching	6
Independent Study	30
Total study time	36

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

Cottrell, S. (2013). The Study Skills Handbook. Palgrave Macmillan.

Cottrell, S (2011). Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective Analysis and Argument. Palgrave Macmillan.