UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL Faculty of Social Sciences THE UNIVERSIT Y OF OPPORTUNIT Y
UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL Faculty of Social Sciences In the Faculty of Social Sciences, we offer postgraduate and professional taught qualifications including MA, MSc and MBA degrees, postgraduate diplomas and certificates in accounting and finance, business and management, human resources, marketing, leisure industries management, law, and history. Postgraduate research students can apply for PhDs in areas such as human resource management, law, the First World War, international business, and discrimination law. We have a distinguished history of supporting business in the West Midlands and Black Country. Established for over 80 years, we have trained thousands of local and regional managers and supported organisations in their development.
We were one of the first business schools in the country to offer MBA programmes and coaching and mentoring qualifications, and have a tradition of innovation in developing courses which meet the needs of business and managers. Our £18m flagship Lord Swraj Paul building opened in November 2015. The six-storey home of the Business School includes an executive education suite, innovative teaching and learning spaces, an IT suite, consulting rooms, and a central social space and café. Entry requirements can be found at the back of this booklet. Full course information can be found at: wlv.ac.uk/uwbs Where you do not quite meet entry requirements for direct entry to our full-time Masters courses, you can undertake an extended course, successful completion of which allows entry onto your chosen course.
COURSES • Business (MPhil / PhD)
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MSc)*
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)*
• International Banking and Finance (MSc)*
• MBA (International Development)*
• International Business Management (MSc)*
• International MBA (IMBA)*
• Leadership (PG Cert)
• Coaching and Mentoring (PG Cert)
• Leadership and Management (MSc)*
• Finance and Accounting (MSc)*
• Management Studies (PG Dip, PG Cert)
• Healthcare Leadership (MSc)
• Marketing Management (MSc)*
• Hospitality and Event Management (MA, PG Cert)
• Medical Education (PG Cert)
• Human Resource Development and Organisational Change (MSc, PG Dip) / (Top-up) (MSc)
• CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
• Human Resource Management (MA, PG Dip) / (Top-up) (MA)* *Available as an extended course.
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• Professional Accounting and Finance (MSc)* • CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing
BUSINESS MPhil / PhD
Advance your academic knowledge and understanding of business management in a national and international context within a supportive and creative research environment.
This course is hosted by the Management Research Centre (MRC) with a stimulating research environment where PhD students play a vital role. With about 25 PhD students currently aligned to our four research clusters, you will join a highly interactive and vibrant research community. Alongside topic-specific supervision, we provide training in research methods and methodologies, and offer opportunities to develop your teaching skills.
The MRC has established a reputation for applied management research. Research at the MRC is grouped in four thematic research clusters, namely HRM and Industrial Relations, Corporate Governance and Ethics, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development, and International Business. Our PhD students are aligned with research in these clusters and benefit from working with leading scholars in these fields. In addition to the regular supervision provided by supervisors, our PhD students will also be provided with training opportunities by the MRC, the Faculty, and the University’s Doctoral College.
FULL-TIME: MPhil / PhD: Up to 4 years
PART-TIME: MPhil / PhD: Up to 8 years
LOCATION: City Campus
START: MPhil / PhD: Any time throughout the year
I was able to freely develop my ideas with supervision at the highest standard. The School provided me all the support I needed in terms of workshops designed for PhD students, internal seminars where I had the opportunity to present my work, and the feedback from several approachable staff. DR DANIEL MAY, PHD 2012, RESEARCH LECTURER IN QUANTITATIVE ECONOMICS, HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MBA Do you want to enhance and develop your career in business and management? Expand your knowledge of key business functions and their relationship with the wider strategic and international environment.
I loved the fact that many of my lecturers had years of experience in the world of business, as that helped me to turn theoretical knowledge into practical outcomes in my job. JUDITH FUSTERO, MBA
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? The MBA is internationally recognised as being at the forefront of management education. During your studies, you will engage in a number of activities outside of normal teaching which may include guest lectures, visits to companies, or residentials.
1 year
PART-TIME: 2 years day and evening
LOCATION: City Campus, online and blended delivery, distance learning
ALSO AT: ERC Institute Singapore, Westford School of Management, India
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? Successful completion provides a much sought-after academic qualification which will enhance your career prospects in a number of managerial roles across a wide range of international business sectors. The programme provides the basis for further study in areas such as accounting, marketing and human resources, as well as further academic study such as a PhD.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? Expand your knowledge of the current changes in the business environment through the study of leadership, organisational change and transformation, innovation and stakeholder management. Enhance your understanding of business and management concepts and principles, theoretical frameworks, and applied analysis through a range of learning experiences which may include live case studies, visiting speakers and blended learning. 4 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL
You will also develop key skills in formulating and managing basic research, presentations, problemsolving and organising and managing group-based projects. Typical modules include: • Strategic Management • Managing Financial Performance • Dissertation / Business Project You will be able to use prior experience and certificated learning to gain credits against the programme.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will be assessed via a range of methods which include coursework, group work and portfolios.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc International Business Management • MBA (International Development)
MBA (INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT) MBA This course is a unique and ideal choice for anyone seeking to develop a career in managing business and leading programmes in an international development context. You will expand your critical knowledge and strategic understanding of current changes in the business and geopolitical environment, applying your learning to successfully lead resilient businesses with an awareness of local and global impact and positive corporate social responsibility.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? Co-delivered by the Business School and the Centre for International Development and Training, international development modules are designed to expose you to contemporary issues facing the developing world, equipping you with practical skills to design, implement, monitor and evaluate international development projects led by governments, civil society, private sector or development aid (donor) institutions.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
FULL-TIME: 1 year
PART-TIME: 2 years day and evening
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
Successful completion of the MBA (ID) provides a much sought-after academic qualification which will enhance your career prospects in a number of managerial roles across a wide range of international business sectors. The MBA (ID) may provide the basis for further study in a range of professional subject areas such as accounting, marketing and human resources, as well as further academic study such as a PhD.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will gain critical understanding of principles and concepts in business administration, mastering key techniques in designing and managing programmes. You will: • develop skills in analysing the local and international development business
environment, including the implications of geopolitics and environment on business investment decisions • benefit from case studies based on live projects managed by module leaders • work on live consultancy projects and simulations to hone your understanding and skills in designing and managing development projects • practise working in and leading teams • gain skills to manage social responsibility, including global goals, or support charities in fundraising, designing and delivering projects. Typical modules include: • Contemporary Issues in International Development • Strategic Management • Project and Programme Management for International Development • Dissertation / Business Project
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Via a range of activities which will include case studies, coursework, group work and projects.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc International Business Management • Master of Business Administration
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INTERNATIONAL MBA (IMBA) IMBA
FULL-TIME: 1 year
PART-TIME: 2 years day and evening
The International MBA is an award developed to provide pre-experience applicants with a postgraduate general business qualification which will develop their skills and knowledge in the management of business at local, regional, national and international levels. This award will develop your knowledge of key business functions and their relationship with the wider strategic and international environment. You will also expand your knowledge and understanding of the current changes in the business environment through the study of strategic management, stakeholder management and corporate social responsibility.
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
Typical modules include:
Our Business School has a wide range of postgraduate courses and has developed a suite of general business management awards, including the MBA, MBA (International Development) and MSc International Business Management. The School has developed these courses based upon the demand of students for high-quality awards that meet the needs of employers.
• Contemporary Issues in International HRM
WHAT WILL I STUDY? By the end of the programme, you will have enhanced your knowledge and understanding of Business and Management concepts and principles, theoretical frameworks and applied analysis through a range of learning experiences. You will also develop key skills in formulating and managing basic research, problem-solving and organising and managing projects.
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• Strategic Business Planning • Operations and Project Management • Dissertation / Business Project • Global Marketing Strategy and Practice
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Via a range of activities which will include case studies, coursework, presentations and projects.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MBA • MBA (International Development) • MSc International Business Management
COACHING AND MENTORING PG Cert Build on your practical coaching and mentoring skills and develop a more critical understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that underpin your practice and its impact on the wider context.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
One of the first universities to introduce this course, we have a wealth of experience to share. Coaching and mentoring is an increasingly popular discipline in the field of human resource development, recognised as an efficient and effective way of recognising and developing the potential of employees.
You will gain the underpinning theory of the key tools, techniques and models available and will consider what may work best in different contexts. You will have evidence-based discussions as well as opportunities to put theory into practice, including through a large research project which will develop your skills.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
PART-TIME: PG Cert: 1 year block release
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
This exciting and contemporary programme enables you to become an effective professional coach and mentor within a variety of contexts. Typical careers of our graduates include managing their own coaching, mentoring and/or consultancy businesses; learning and development professionals; organisational behaviour consultants or advanced/master practitioners within a related field.
Typical modules include: • Developing Your Coaching and Mentoring Practice (PG Cert) • Exploring Different Coaching and Mentoring Processes (PG Dip) • Independent Business Analysis Project (MA)
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Assessment methods include individual reports, portfolios, case study essays, and a group presentation.
From the PG Certificate, you can progress onto the Diploma or MA. Following successful completion of any of the qualifications, you can apply for individual accreditation with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) at Practitioner level and above.
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FULL-TIME: MA: 1 year PG Cert: 6 months
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING MSc
PART-TIME: MA: 2 years PG Cert: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START:
This course provides you with an in-depth grounding for your professional and/or academic career in finance, business and accounting.
Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
I appreciate all the tutors for a good job well done. I will recommend University of Wolverhampton to people particularly those who are interested in studying MSc Finance and Accounting. OGUNRINBOKUN BAMIDELE EMMANUEL, MSC FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING, DIRECTOR OF RISKFREE STANDARD ASSOCIATES LTD.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? This course is highly international in terms of content and student composition and is taught by highly research-active staff who have embedded their research into the programme. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to get involved in varied activities such as guest lectures and visits to companies.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? Successful completion will enable you to pursue a career as a finance professional in banking, insurance, multinational corporations, NGOs, national and local governments, and international financial institutions such as IMF, World Bank, and IFC. Previous students have taken up appointments in large financial institutions, national government departments and international banks. You will also be able to pursue further study at MPhil or PhD level.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will study a range of modules within finance and accounting and an independent piece of research that will focus on finance and current accounting issues.
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Typical modules may include: • Management Accounting and Decision Making • Financial Management • Financial Statement Analysis • Entrepreneurial Finance • Corporate Governance and Ethics • International Finance • Independent Business Analysis Project • Current Accounting
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? There will be a use of in-class tests, verbal presentations, and written submissions including reports, essays, projects, and plans.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc International Business Management • MSc Professional Accounting and Finance
HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP MSc This course prepares professionals from the health sector, social care, and related professions to become better managers in the workplace.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
The programme focuses on critical leadership skills and qualities and provides opportunities for a greater understanding of both sectors, mirroring the increased harmonisation and partnered working models in the NHS and social care contexts. It is delivered by specialists from the Business School and the Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing.
You will produce critiques of theory and research, case study analyses, personal reflection and development portfolios, skills audits and action plans. Assessment methods include in-class tests, verbal presentations, and written submissions including reports, essays, projects, and plans.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
PART-TIME: MSc: 2 years block release
LOCATION:
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship
This course provides relevant knowledge and skills for those acting in a leadership role in the health and social care sectors. Past students have successfully applied their learning in their clinical or social care roles, affecting organisational improvement, contributing to research in health care leadership, and becoming knowledgeable, skilled, innovative and effective leaders.
City Campus
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
START:
Typical modules include:
Semester 1 or Semester 2
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HOSPITALITY AND EVENT MANAGEMENT MA, PG CERT MA Hospitality and Event Management is designed to equip professionals to undertake a range of diverse operational and strategic management roles within the hospitality and event sectors. Studying on this programme, you will be introduced to the application of management concepts relating to hospitality and event organisations, including event planning, event catering and hotel-related operations. You will also gain knowledge in the use and management of a range of property and venue types, ranging from B&Bs to mixed development properties, and from street theatre to exhibition centres.
FULL-TIME: 1 year
PART-TIME: MA: 2 years PG Cert: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
If you are interested in owning and managing your own business and wish to acquire business skills, this is the course for you! You will develop the skills in enterprise, employability and entrepreneurship necessary for the creation of event and hospitality business in a wide range of settings.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? This programme offers flexibility to students in terms of career choice and meets industry demand as there is a wide appeal amongst employers for students who have both event and hospitality sector knowledge and expertise. Students will be able to use prior experience and certificated learning to gain credits against the programme. The course is unique in bringing together the two subject areas, and teaching on the course is undertaken by experienced practitioners. The teaching team have published widely in both subject areas and the Department has been recognised as a centre of excellence by the Institute of Travel and Tourism.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? You will be able to work with technology and tools associated with the management of hospitality and events to create exceptional consumer experiences. You’ll also be equipped with the skills to manage material, financial 10 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL
and human resources. You will be provided a contextual knowledge base from which you can interpret relevant concepts and theories and develop ideas not only to provide solutions to the complex challenges facing hospitality and event organisations, but also communicate these solutions effectively to a range of audiences.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? First year modules will include: • Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Culture • Service Sector Marketing • Advanced Hotel and Accommodation Management • Advanced Food and Beverage Studies • Delivering Customer Experience • Managing Events in a Digital World • Independent Business Analysis Project
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • Professional Marketing (CIM Diploma & CIM Certificate) • MSc Marketing Management
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE MSc, PG Dip / (Top-up) (MSc) A Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualification gives you membership to a professional body, which is essential to pursue a career in Human Resource Development (HRD) and Organisational Change.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
Typical modules include:
Our Business School holds devolved status from the CIPD – with 10 years’ above average student performance.
• Leading, Managing and Developing People
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? Whether you are established or starting a career in HRD, this course provides professional progression, helping you achieve your career goals.
PART-TIME: MSc: 2 years PG Dip: 2 years Top-up (MSc): 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 Top-up (MSc): Semester 1
• Investigating a Business Issue from a HR Perspective • HRM in Context • Organisational Change and Development • Learning and Talent Development • Understanding and Implementing Coaching & Mentoring
Developing knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to management and advanced HRD practitioners, successful completion enables you to apply for professional membership of the CIPD and compete for high-level HRD posts.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN:
Initiating and improving your critical understanding of complex managerial, HRD and organisational change issues, you will develop an understanding of ‘HRD and Change issues in the workplace’.
You will be assessed through a combination of in-class tests, verbal presentations and written exam submissions, including reports, essays, projects and plans.
• MA Human Resource Management • PG Cert Coaching & Mentoring
TOP-UP (MSc) Aimed at those holding the postgraduate diploma, the CIPD accredited top-up degree will help you to achieve your career goals through undertaking an independent research project/dissertation.
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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MA, PG Dip / (Top-up) (MA)
FULL-TIME: 1 year
PART-TIME: 2 years day and evening Top-up (MA): 1 year day and evening
LOCATION: A Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) postgraduate qualification, giving membership to the professional body, is essential to pursue a career in HR.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
Typical modules include:
Our Business School holds devolved status from the CIPD – with 10 years’ above average student performance.
• Leading, Managing and Developing People
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? Whether you are established or starting a career in HRM, this course provides professional progression, helping you achieve your career goals.
• Investigating a Business Issue from a HR Perspective • HRM in Context • Organisational Change and Development • Key Issues in Employee Relations and Employment Law • People Resourcing and Reward
Developing knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to management and advanced HR practitioners, successful completion enables you to apply for professional membership of the CIPD and compete for high-level HR posts.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN:
Initiating and improving your critical understanding of complex managerial, HR and organisational issues, you will develop an understanding of HR issues in the workplace.
You will be assessed through a combination of in-class tests, verbal presentations, and written exam submissions including reports, essays, projects and plans.
• PG Cert Coaching and Mentoring • MA / PG Dip Human Resource Development and Organisational Change
TOP-UP (MA) Aimed at those holding the postgraduate diploma, the CIPD accredited top-up degree will help you to achieve your career goals through undertaking an independent research project/dissertation. 12 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL
City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
PG DIP ALSO AT: University Centre Telford (Southwater), 2 years part-time day and evening (Also available as an extended course.)
INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP MSc The programme will give you the business tools, techniques and theories which will enable you to operate effectively in a dynamic and innovative setting and provide the competencies to act entrepreneurially.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? By virtue of its workplace-based learning, you can undertake the course if you are unable to attend conventional campus-based classes. Online learning facilities enable you to study from outside the local area or if you spend occasional periods abroad.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
FULL-TIME: 1 year
PART-TIME: 2 years
LOCATION: City Campus, Beaconside Stafford
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
This course is relevant for managers and technical specialists working in an entrepreneurial environment, where your role is directly concerned with innovative activities and developments. This course enables you to accelerate your career within an organisation or, alternatively, seek employment in another organisation at a higher level.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? The programme will introduce you to the different theoretical concepts of innovation, the practical application of innovation in terms of products, processes or business techniques, and the management skills required to effect the organisational change
necessitated by innovation. Activities may include guest lectures, visits to companies, and residentials. Typical modules include: • The Entrepreneurial Change Agent • Leading Transformation and Change • Global Marketing Strategy and Practice • Independent Business Analysis Project
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will produce critiques of theory and research, case study analyses, personal reflection and development portfolios, skills audits, and action plans. There will be use of in-class tests, verbal presentations, and written submissions including reports, essays, projects, and plans.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Marketing Management
(Also available as an extended course.)
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INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND FINANCE MSc
FULL-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
Gain the knowledge and skills required to solve complex problems within the dynamic environment of international banking and finance.
I will definitely encourage people to come to the University of Wolverhampton especially to study the MSc International Banking and Finance. It is a good course and those who are interested in banking will find it very helpful.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
Typical modules include:
Our new Business School building is equipped with cutting-edge technological learning and teaching facilities.
• Money, Banking and the Financial System
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
• Global Financial Regulations and Banking Risk Management
Employers are looking for candidates with knowledge of financial systems that can be applied in practice. Previous students have told us that the course offers an in-depth study of contemporary financial systems in theory and practice, including up-to-date analysis of regulations and cases relating to the USA, Europe and China. The course also provides a robust grounding for those wishing to pursue doctoral study.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
MARCELIN NTEMGOUA, MSC INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND FINANCE
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
• MSc Finance and Accounting
You will study six complementary modules and complete a substantial independent piece of research work that will focus on financial markets and institutions.
• MSc International Business Management
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• Corporate Governance
• International Finance • International Investment and Portfolio Management • Empirical Finance • Independent Business Analysis Project
A mix of essays, exams and group presentations are used as assessment.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN:
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT MSc
There will not be any other university which is closer to the students than University of Wolverhampton. I was made to feel as if I am part of a family with all my other fellow students and particularly my lecturers. Thanks for making my experience a special one.
Gain the key skills and knowledge needed to work and develop in an international business environment.
FISNIK LAMI, MSC IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
This course is designed for those looking to enter or progress in business management roles within an international context. Students will have access to high-quality blended learning support and excellent learning facilities.
You will study a range of functional areas of international management before moving on to integrate and contextualise your knowledge and skills relevant to an operational workplace. Activities may include guest lectures, visits to companies and residentials.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
FULL-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
The programme is equally applicable to those with managerial experience or management education, and those who come with limited knowledge in these areas. You will be able to use prior experience and certificated learning to gain credits against the programme. Successful completion opens a gateway to a number of managerial roles in national and international organisations, and provides the basis for further study, including topping up to an MBA.
Typical modules include: • Managing Financial Performance • Managing Across Borders • Global Marketing – Strategy and Practice • Independent Business Analysis Project
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? A mix of essays, exams and group presentations are used as assessment.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Finance and Accounting • MSc International Banking and Finance • International MBA (IMBA)
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LEADERSHIP PG Cert
PART-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 The Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership focuses on the development of knowledge, skills and competencies for effective leadership. Drawing on contemporary debates and topical issues of relevance, it aims to provide an understanding of leadership in the organisational context.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The course builds students’ knowledge and skills profile in leadership. It also provides a good foundation for further study on a range of business and management courses, such as MSc Leadership and Management, MSc Healthcare Leadership, and an MBA.
The course will consist of three from the following modules:
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
• Strategic Management
The programme is suitable for those occupying early leadership and management positions in organisations. It provides the foundations for advancement into more senior leadership roles, or for moves to new organisations. It can also lead to the study of an MSc in Leadership and Management.
• Perspectives on Leadership • Leading in an Organisational Context • The Reflective Practitioner • Leading Transformation and Change • Contemporary Leadership in Practice
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Leadership and Management • PG Dip / PG Cert Management Studies
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LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT MSc The MSc Leadership and Management is a dynamic course for those who wish to progress in their field and develop a career in management.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
You can develop a blend of functional and operational perspectives for a range of managerial levels, roles and responsibilities across sectors in areas including marketing, accounting and human resource management. We offer access to high-quality blended learning support and excellent learning facilities.
You will gain a broad understanding of organisational management, and the basis for further study in a range of professional subject areas.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? In today’s highly dynamic global environment, a complexity of factors, including technology, enterprise and innovation, have a significant impact on business systems and functions. A comprehensive study of management and the use of a range of learning strategies such as live case studies, visiting speakers and blended learning will enhance your career in business and management. Successful completion of the course enables you to focus the direction of your career towards operational management roles across a wide range of business sectors.
You will integrate and contextualise your knowledge and skills in a range of modules. Typical modules include: • Managing Financial Performance • Marketing Management • Strategic Business Planning • Perspectives on Leadership
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will be assessed through a combination of the following: in-class tests, verbal presentations, and written submissions including reports, essays, projects, and dissertation.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MBA • MSc / PG Dip Human Resource Development and Organisational Change • MSc Human Resource Development and Organisational Change (Top-up)
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FULL-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
MANAGEMENT STUDIES PG Dip, PG Cert Gain an understanding of contemporary business and practical day-to-day management issues facing organisations both nationally and internationally.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? You will be provided with high-quality learning support in a range of faceto-face and online environments and have access to excellent learning facilities. You will be able to use prior experience and certificated learning to gain credits against the programme.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? The PG Cert provides the basis for further study in a range of professional subject areas such as accounting, marketing, and human resources as well as further academic study.
PART-TIME: PG Dip: 2 years day and evening PG Cert: 1 year day and evening
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
The Diploma is a nationally recognised management programme. On successful completion, you will be eligible to progress to an MBA by undertaking a dissertation project. You will be able to use prior experience and certificated learning to gain credits against the programme.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? Develop your knowledge of key business functions and their relationship with the wider strategic and international environment through studying leadership, organisational change and transformation, and strategic management.
Enhance your knowledge and understanding of business and management concepts and principles, theoretical frameworks and applied analysis through a range of learning experiences, including live case studies and visiting speakers. You will also develop key skills in problem-solving, project management and team working. Typical modules include: • Managing Human Resources and Leadership • Operations and Project Management • Marketing Management • Sustainability and Business
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will produce critiques of theory and research, case study analyses, personal reflection and development portfolios, skills audits and action plans. There will be a use of inclass tests, verbal presentations, and written submissions including reports, essays, projects, and plans.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • Master of Business Administration • MSc / PG Dip Human Resource Development and Organisational Change • MSc Human Resource Development and Organisational Change (Top-up)
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MARKETING MANAGEMENT MSc
FULL-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus
START:
Designed to accelerate your professional marketing career, this innovative marketing course combines the latest marketing theories, concepts and strategies with contemporary management practice and opportunities for work experience.
I always felt the support and encouragement of academic staff, willing to give me their time to talk over ideas and help solve my problems. The structure of lectures was motivating and useful. The experience, knowledge and status I’ve gained… has proven essential in my role as a Business Development Assistant.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? Your tutors are experts in their field and engage in daily interaction with the business world through their consulting and research activities. Some are also examiners for the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) whilst others have won awards of excellence in knowledge transfer.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? You will apply your newly acquired knowledge of marketing techniques and critical analysis, and develop enhanced key management and business communication skills. Our graduates are in roles such as marketing manager, brand manager, marketing communications officer, market research assistant, sales and marketing officer, and business development assistant. For CIM graduates, this course offers a route to top-up your qualification to a prestigious Master’s degree, enhancing your competitive advantage.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
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Live case materials drawn from consultancy programmes, plus work experience, ensures exposure to real marketing issues. You may also engage in activities such as guest lectures
Semester 1 or Semester 2 (Also available as an extended course.)
and visits to companies. The CIM offers the opportunity to enrol as a Student Member. All core modules are aligned to the CIM. Examples of modules include: • Marketing Management • Marketing Strategy for Business • A dissertation or work-based project • Developing Contemporary Marketing Communications • Global Marketing Strategy and Practice Students may use this qualification to gain exemption against one of the three modules of the CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing. For holders of the Diploma wishing to top-up to MSc Marketing, the programme includes research studies and a dissertation, plus a work-based marketing activity relating to a strategic issue.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? There are no examinations; students are assessed via coursework, usually in the form of reports, which may include verbal reports.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • CIM Certificate / CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
MEDICAL EDUCATION PG Cert This is a vocationally-focused programme intended to prepare hospital-based doctors at SHO, Registrar, Specialist Registrar and Consultant level, GPs, Senior Clinical Grades and related health professionals, to become medical educators in the workplace and to improve existing skills and knowledge.
Everyone is very friendly. I kind of get it now, it’s all about learning not about teaching. And that’s how the course team have taught us; they established our learning constructs. I would recommend this course and I hope to come back and teach here!
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
This course has been developed over many years and is based upon a good awareness of training needs. Staff leading and delivering the programme engage in advisory and commissioning roles within the health and social care contexts, contributing to national and regional initiatives.
The course explores the nature of teaching and learning in the clinical environment. It focuses on how the medical teacher-practitioner may enable learning through a range of methodologies and explores the rationale and methods by which clinical learning is assessed across a range of metrics. It also critically evaluates the effectiveness of these instruments.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY?
PART-TIME: 1 year block release
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
AMANDA LEISHENRING, FORMER PG CERT ED STUDENT, NOW VISITING LECTURER WITHIN THE UNIVERSITY
This is a recognised and relevant qualification for medical and clinical practitioners who are or who may be training, coaching, mentoring and assessing learners in the NHS and related sectors. You will leave the programme with a range of knowledge and skills, and with confidence to lead within the complexity of the health and social care environment. You will have a qualification that is appropriate, valued and relevant in the health sector. Successful completion enables progression onto the MSc Healthcare Leadership, with accreditation of prior certified learning for one module.
Upon completion, you will have achieved an understanding of how people learn and a range of teaching and learning methodologies. You will have studied how training needs are identified, how learning is assessed and how training interventions may be evaluated. Additionally, you will have learned how to improve performance through reflective practice. Typical modules include: • Design and Deliver Medical Education • People Development in Healthcare • The Reflective Practitioner
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Assessment methods will depend on the module and will include written assignments, online group exercises, an electronic reflective journal, a teaching observation and an individual-led seminar/micro-teach.
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PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE MSc
FULL-TIME: 18 months
LOCATION: City Campus
START: Semester 1 or Semester 2
The MSc in Professional Accounting and Finance allows you to both complete your ACCA qualifications and gain a Masters in Accounting and Finance within 18 months, greatly enhancing your opportunities to find attractive employment positions. A recent survey by ACCA found that studying for the ACCA qualification helped individuals find new roles and reassured employers of the technical and business skills of candidates. In 28% of cases it was a pre-requisite for obtaining the position. ACCA students and affiliates frequently earned salaries that exceed the national average across professions.
(Also available as an extended course.)
The ACCA professional qualification is very portable, with 34% of respondents changing jobs in the previous 12 months, typically in order to gain promotion, better salary, or to get a different experience in their career. 64% of students and affiliates planned to work in another country in the future, demonstrating job opportunities across the world.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? The course is a collaboration between the University and Kaplan – one of the world’s largest providers of professional accounting education. Students who enrol on this course must already have ACCA up to paper 9 either directly through passing the professional body exams or indirectly through undergraduate study.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? This course will provide you with an in-depth grounding for your professional and/or academic career in finance, business and accounting. It will develop your strategic understanding and critical thinking of the main finance and accounting theories upon which modern business decisions are made, as well as explore the role and importance of accounting information in the management of corporations. Through your dissertation you will be able to investigate a business, accounting 22 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON BUSINESS SCHOOL
or management issue, applying your research and quantitative skills.
WHAT WILL I STUDY? At the end of this course you will be able to: • Critically evaluate and apply a variety of corporate governance, international finance and accounting theories in an organisational setting • Critically evaluate and appreciate the relevance of accounting information for business performance management • Critically assess how the international economic environment affects businesses • Synthesise relevant critical thinking through academic research completing an independent research project/ dissertation at Master’s level • ACCA Final level professional papers.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Finance and Accounting
CIM DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MARKETING This course is ideal for marketers who are concerned with managing the marketing process at an operational level, as well as those looking to build on their knowledge with a future marketing management role in mind.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON? The University of Wolverhampton Business School is an accredited tuition and examination centre, and all Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) examinations can be sat at our Wolverhampton City Campus.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? This course is ideal for marketers with operational, supervisory or managerial responsibilities with a view to moving up to a managerial role. You can achieve an internationally recognised and acclaimed professional qualification, and become an associate member of the CIM.
PART-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION:
Successful completion offers the principal entry route to the Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing including Chartered Status.
City Campus
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
START:
You gain the marketing skills you need at an operational level to maximise opportunities for your company. The course focuses on the practical application of the latest marketing theories and strategies in areas such as marketing planning, market research and marketing management.
Term 1, Term 2, Term 3
The qualification consists of 3 modules; 2 core modules and 1 elective module with 1 module studied per term to complete the course in 1 year. Typical modules include: • Strategic Marketing (Core) • Mastering Metrics (Core) • Driving Innovation (Elective) • Digital Strategy (Elective)
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Assessment arrangements are determined nationally by the CIM, and are normally undertaken either by examination or by an assessment route.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Marketing • CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing
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CIM CERTIFICATE IN PROFESSIONAL MARKETING This course gives you the practical skills and knowledge to devise and execute marketing activities and gain marketing credibility. It also provides a practical insight into the principles and application of marketing at a tactical level.
WHY WOLVERHAMPTON?
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The syllabus reflects the changing issues and practices within marketing, and employers’ views of marketing in today’s business environment. The University of Wolverhampton Business School is a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) accredited study centre.
The qualification consists of 3 modules; 2 core modules and 1 elective module with 1 module studied each term to complete the course in 1 year.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE IMPROVE MY EMPLOYABILITY? This qualification is aimed at those who are working in supporting marketing roles, usually within the marketing function, but also targets individuals in more senior roles, particularly in SMEs, where marketing is only a part of what they do. The qualification provides a practical insight into the principles and application of marketing at a tactical level and aims to advance marketing knowledge and accelerate career progression.
Typical modules may include: • Marketing (Core) • Integrated Communications (Core) • Customer Experience (Elective) • Digital Marketing (Elective)
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Assessment arrangements are determined nationally by the CIM, and are normally undertaken either by examination or by an assessment route.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: • MSc Marketing Management • CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
Typical profiles of people who might take this qualification include: marketing assistants, co-ordinators, executives and managers in SMEs without formal marketing qualifications; non-marketers with aspirations to work in marketing; and existing marketers wanting to become more specialist with their knowledge.
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PART-TIME: 1 year
LOCATION: City Campus, Telford (Southwater), Stafford (University Centre)
START: Term 1, Term 2, Term 3
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Whilst this booklet identifies the standard entry criteria for postgraduate courses offered by the University of Wolverhampton Business School, applications are also welcome from individuals who do not possess these qualifications but have significant management or subject-relevant work experience (or non-certificated learning) considered to be equivalent. In such cases, admission to a course will be based on an evaluation of the applicant’s ability to benefit from and achieve the award. Where students do not meet the entry requirements for an award, they may be eligible for the extended course in which additional academic skills for Master’s students form part of the programme of study.
The standard entry requirement for such courses is any undergraduate degree from a UK University or overseas equivalent, or a professional qualification and/or experience considered to be equivalent. Please note that if English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or above or evidence of English proficiency equivalent to the above is an entry requirement for all postgraduate taught courses unless stated otherwise. Further information and guidance on these courses can be gained from the Faculty of Social Science Marketing and Recruitment Office at: foss-pg@wlv.ac.uk
Course
Entry Requirements
Master of Business Administration (MBA) *
2:2 Degree or above; or 2 years’ management experience Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
MBA (International Development) *
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
International MBA (IMBA) *
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Coaching and Mentoring (PG Cert)
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications, relevant coaching and mentoring experience, and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Finance and Accounting (MSc) *
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Healthcare Leadership (MSc)
2:2 Degree or above Be working in a health or social care context Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Hospitality and Event Management (MA, PG Cert )
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
*Available as an extended course.
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Course
Entry Requirements
Human Resource Development and Organisational Change (MSc, PG Dip) / MSc (Top-up)
MSc: Certificate in HR Practice, plus 2 years’ HR work experience; OR BA (Hons) degree min 2:2; or 8 years’ HR work experience. PG Dip: as above. MSc (Top-up): PG Diploma Human Resource Development and Organisational Change. Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis for both courses.
Human Resource Management (MA*, PG Dip) / MA (Top-up)
MA: Certificate in HR Practice, plus 2 years’ HR work experience; or BA (Hons) degree min 2:2; or 8 years’ HR work experience. PG Dip: as above. MA (Top-up): PG Diploma Human Resource Management. Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis for both courses.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MSc)*
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
International Banking and Finance (MSc)*
2:2 Degree or above. A good quantitative background would be helpful. Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
International Business Management (MSc)* Leadership (PG Cert)
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Leadership and Management (MSc)*
Management Studies (PG Diploma, PG Certificate)
2:2 Degree or above 2 years’ management experience Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Marketing Management (MSc)*
2:2 Degree or above Other qualifications and non-graduates considered on an individual basis.
Medical Education (PG Cert)
Healthcare professionals who occupy, or have occupied, a position where they deliver or manage learning, training and development within a Healthcare environment and one of: 2:2 Degree or above; or A professional qualification deemed to be equivalent to an appropriate honours degree; Qualifications and experience deemed to be equivalent to an appropriate honours degree.
Professional Accounting and Finance (MSc)*
2:2 Degree or above which provides exemption from the first nine papers of the ACCA. The first nine papers of the ACCA qualification with at least three years of relevant work experience.
CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing
CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing; or business or marketing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) where one third of the credits comes from marketing; or Experience in marketing management sufficient to evidence the learning outcomes of the CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing.
CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing
Any general Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; or CIM Foundation Certificate in Marketing. Applications from those with equivalent experience or qualifications will also be considered on an individual basis.
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