Business Improvement MSc Postgraduate Programme By Ulster University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The course recognises a need for organisations and their managers to become focused on operational performance outcomes. This requires management by process, the integration of quality management techniques and a commitment to continuous improvement. The course has been shaped and designed by leading academics and business leaders using the European Foundation Quality Model (EFQM) Excellence Model as its inspiration. The European Framework for Quality Management introduces fundamental concepts of excellence which are practitioner-focused. The framework encourages organisations to strive towards eight concepts of excellence, which can only be achieved by actually doing something about it. As such, it is a practical model which helps organisations to realise their potential. All modifications to these eight fundamental concepts of excellence, in addition to the new associated emphases, have been fully reflected in the module content for this course. Students will study a diet of modules which will help them to gain a practical understanding of a variety of business improvement subject areas. Over year 1 students study three modules equivalent to Postgraduate Certificate in Business Improvement and may exit at this stage. Those who continue into Year 2 study a further three modules equivalent to Postgraduate Diploma in Business Improvement and may exit at this stage also. Once the six modules have been successfully completed students can then move on to complete the full Master's qualification by completing a practical in-company Transformation Project. The full Master's can be fast-tracked in two calendar years and many students choose this option. The course provides a structure to business improvement which allows students to follow a logical journey. Year 1 of the course introduces students to the fundamental aspects of business improvement: operational excellence, leadership and change management, and quality and process and quality management. In year 2, students add capabilities of innovation management, improvement through people and financial decision-making. In year 3 (or year 2 if fast-tracking) students are given the opportunity to plan and implement a transformation to solve a live problem via supervised project. Those who lecture on the course have extensive experience of working in or with organisations and are experienced in delivering proactical lectures and insight that make the modules relevant to the workplace. We also invite guest speakers to class who are experts in their field to share their experience.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The course recognises a need for organisations and their managers to become focused on operational performance outcomes. This requires management by process, the integration of quality management techniques and a commitment to continuous improvement. The course has been shaped and designed by leading academics and business leaders using the European Foundation Quality Model (EFQM) Excellence Model as its inspiration. The European Framework for Quality Management introduces fundamental concepts of excellence which are practitioner-focused. The framework encourages organisations to strive towards eight concepts of excellence, which can only be achieved by actually doing something about it. As such, it is a practical model which helps organisations to realise their potential. All modifications to these eight fundamental concepts of excellence, in addition to the new associated emphases, have been fully reflected in the module content for this course. Students will study a diet of modules which will help them to gain a practical understanding of a variety of business improvement subject areas. Over year 1 students study three modules equivalent to Postgraduate Certificate in Business Improvement and may exit at this stage. Those who continue into Year 2 study a further three modules equivalent to Postgraduate Diploma in Business Improvement and may exit at this stage also. Once the six modules have been successfully completed students can then move on to complete the full Master's qualification by completing a practical in-company Transformation Project. The full Master's can be fast-tracked in two calendar years and many students choose this option. The course provides a structure to business improvement which allows students to follow a logical journey. Year 1 of the course introduces students to the fundamental aspects of business improvement: operational excellence, leadership and change management, and quality and process and quality management. In year 2, students add capabilities of innovation management, improvement through people and financial decision-making. In year 3 (or year 2 if fast-tracking) students are given the opportunity to plan and implement a transformation to solve a live problem via supervised project. Those who lecture on the course have extensive experience of working in or with organisations and are experienced in delivering proactical lectures and insight that make the modules relevant to the workplace. We also invite guest speakers to class who are experts in their field to share their experience.

Admission Requirements

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements. Entry Requirements This course is designed for those who are working in areas where they can make improvements within the organisation; therefore all applicants should ideally be employed in a related role. Applicants will normally be expected to have achieved a Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in any discipline. It is expected that applicants will normally be in a position within their organisation to effect change, or for those who aspire to such a position. Applications from those who do not have a Bachelor's degree are welcome, many of our students have significant work and management experience but no formal degree qualification. English Language Requirements English language requirements for international applicants The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes. Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores. English language requirements Your country Exemptions and transferability Students are normally expected to have a degree. However we also encourage applications from candidates who have extensive work experience but no formal academic qualifications.

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