The aim of this module is to introduce learners to the various behavioural aspects of the organisational setting and how these can be managed effectively. An understanding of the behaviour of individuals and groups within the organisational setting and emergent issues pertaining to both is an essential role of modern managers.

1. Discuss the factors that are shaping modern management and describe the skills necessary to manage individuals and groups in the modern organisation
2. Explain what is organisational culture and the psychological contract
3. Describe the various factors impacting the behaviour of individuals in the organisational setting
4. Evaluate how effective delegation occurs in the organisational setting
5. Differentiate between groups and teams in the workplace and explain how groups can be developed into effective teams
6. Explain the process by which managers identify and select competent employees
7. Describe the relationship between employee reward and performance in the workplace
8. Explain how managers can effectively manage the processes of change and innovation in the workplace

This module considers how people and organisations make decisions in an effort to get the maximum return from their scarce or limited resources. Learners are introduced firstly to the basic principles of microeconomics which deals with decision making at the individual level, particularly in relation to demand and supply and secondly, macroeconomics, which considers the aggregate situation or the economy as a whole and related issues eg government fiscal policy, money and banking, unemployment and inflation. Emphasis is placed on practical application eg relating the market model to real life situations, researching and forecasting the macroeconomy etc.

1. Describe the link between scarcity of resources and economic decision making by the various individuals/groups eg households, firms, governments etc
2. Explain and illustrate basic microeconomic and macroeconomic models
3. Describe the operations of the macroeconomy
4. Compile and interpret macroeconomic indicators of economic performance
5. Apply economic models to real life situations
6. Describe the role and influence of economic policy and environmental economics

This module introduces learners to information systems and data management. It investigates how information and decision support systems can support and enhance improved business performance. Business systems concepts, business processes and business systems are covered but with relevance to real life organisations. System security and control surrounding these technologies and the ethical, social and political issues arising from information systems are also scrutinised and discussed. Learners will study how to apply tools and construct models relevant to the development of information systems.

1. Explain the importance of information within the organisation and the need for computerised support of managerial decision making
2. Examine how organisations make decisions in a technologically mediated environment
3. Evaluate and discuss contemporary and emerging trends in technology
4. Practically select and apply management theory and concepts to real-world business cases
5. Identify and discuss the ethical, social, and political issues raised by the use of information systems.
6. Classify, select and apply suitable tools to support personal and business productivity in a digitally supported environment
7. Apply spread sheet tools such as formulas, functions, lookups and data modelling to improve business & management decision-making
8. Work effectively as an individual and in teams/groups and engage in group discussion & presentation of study & research findings

The aim of this module is to provide learners with an understanding of core marketing theories and concepts. The module aims to facilitate the application of these theories and concepts to marketing in practice. This will be achieved with the use of academic readings, case materials, class discussions and marketing based business scenarios.

1. Discuss the major trends and forces affecting marketing and the extent to which companies must develop insights and adapt to the changing environment
2. Illustrate the role of marketing in creating value for customers and in capturing value from customers in return
3. Explain the importance of accessing and managing marketing information to gain customer insights
4. Examine consumer and business buying behaviour, and the customer experience
5. Assess customer value driven marketing strategies and integrated marketing mix elements
6. Examine the complex nature of marketing in a global market context

This module integrates an understanding of both operations and supply chain management and aims to equip students with a knowledge of the strategic and operational processes that transform inputs into value-added outputs. The module covers key concepts, tools, and techniques in operations management and its role in a range of industries. Students will also learn to analyse supply chains from a strategic, tactical and operational perspective.

1. Explain and critique the strategic importance of operations and supply chain management in a competitive business environment.
2. Identify the operational challenges involved in identifying , acquiring and managing the various resources which are required in both manufacturing and service industries.
3. Evaluate the role that quantitative and qualitative operations management techniques can play as decision making tools, as well as their limitations
4. Analyse and discuss the interaction between operations and supply chain management and other functional areas of business
5. Synthesise and critically evaluate the role of supply chain dynamics, lean and agile supply chains and supply chain integration
6. Evaluate the quality processes involved in different operations and supply chain management systems, with a particular focus upon Total Quality Management.
7. Discuss effective Change Management and Continuous Improvement systems.

The aims of this module are to: Introduce the learner to the Irish and European Legal Systems. Introduce the learner to the necessary components required to create a legally binding contract. Examine the legal principles that underpin employment law and consumer law. Examine relevant legislation including the Companies Act 2014

1. Describe the structure and jurisdiction of the Irish and European legal systems
2. Identify the key elements of a contract with reference to business scenarios
3. Summarise relevant points of employment law and consumer law within a business context
4. Explain the concept of a limited liability company and other forms of business entity
5. Describe the role and function of a range of regulatory bodies.
6. Examine the nature and consequences of both company and personal insolvency

The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of financial statements, understand the way organisations finance their operations, plan and control cash flows, optimise their use of working capital, and allocate resources to capital expenditure projects.

1. Identify and evaluate the financial statements of a company
2. Calculate key ratios from financial statements and interpret their significance
3. Critically evaluate the main financial management decisions of an organisation
4. Appraise financing options for a company, including sources of equity and debt finance
5. Critically appraise organisation objectives
6. Explain the main terminology and concepts used in financial management and apply these concepts to decision making in organisations
7. Critically evaluate working capital needs and funding strategies

This module aims to explore ethics, social responsibility and sustainability from a multidisciplinary and multi‐stakeholder perspective. It reviews theories and practice of corporate ethics, responsibility, and sustainability and illustrates how they apply to various complex business, development, and policy situations in the evolving global business landscape. It will develop in the learners the ability to create a framework by which to apply ethics to decision making and will also instil in the learner the importance of the consideration of ethics, social responsibility and sustainability principles in social entrepreneurship.

1. Identify the principles and concepts of business ethics from a personal, organisational and social entrepreneurship perspective
2. Examine the assumptions, goals, principles and values that the individual brings to complex business decisions that raise social and ethical issues
3. Distinguish between the concepts of social responsibility, integrity, and business ethics
4. Analyse the influence of corporate culture on business ethics in the workplace
5. Demonstrate the need for developing ethical frameworks, ethical standards, codes of ethics and ethical practices in organisations and businesses
6. Comment on social responsibility statements, evaluate and apply sustainability principles and assess the global challenges that involve corporate social responsibility