This module will provide learners with a basic understanding of the key functions of modern managers and a basic understanding of the key skills required by modern managers. Learners will also be provided with an understanding of entrepreneurship and environmental scanning which can be applied in a management context in the changing business environment. Learners will identify and apply practical application of the efficient functions of the recruitment, selection, reward, and performance elements of people management. It also covers the key principles and challenges facing managers for future work practices.

1. Evaluate the environmental scanning techniques which will influence management decision making.
2. Assess and describe the key functions of the modern manager.
3. Identify and analysis skills required for effective management.
4. Evaluate entrepreneurship in a management context.
5. Appraise the key activities of managing people at the various levels within an organisation.
6. Evaluate the contemporary trends affecting the future of work.
7. Assess the challenges faced by management in the modern business environment.

The aim of this module is to develop learner's leadership skills and competencies required to be a more impactful leader in their organisation. This module will focus on individual, team, and organizational leadership and will provide learners with the foundation for examining and developing their own individual leadership style as they commit to building equitable and inclusive organisations.

1. Describe the evolution of leadership theory.
2. Examine the importance of leadership theory and apply it to an organisational setting.
3. Evaluate their leadership style and discuss the implications of this in their role as a leader.
4. Explain why change-oriented behaviours are important for effective leadership.
5. Recognise what traits and skills are most relevant for effective leadership.
6. Demonstrate how leaders can influence group processes and improve performance.

The Work Based Learning module provides an experiential learning context which consolidates programme learning outcomes and integrates the programme modules. The focus is on the application of learning to real work issues. It is designed to provide the learner with the opportunity to complete a relevant project for an organisation (public, private or voluntary). An organisation, in consultation with the learner will identify an issue within the organisation that merits investigation and draws upon a wide range of specialised or conceptual information in order to formulate a response appropriate to that issue.

1. Undertake self-directed study
2. Apply academic knowledge and skills gained in modules completed previously
3. Describe the host organisation, its aims, ethos, business model
4. Evidence critical thinking and problem solving skills by researching a specific business issue
5. Interact professionally with co-workers and managers
6. Produce, present and discuss material that articulates ideas, insights, analysis
7. Assess process and actions