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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Management Report
Module Code	HR309
School	DCUBS
Online Module Resources
Module Teacher	John Barrett
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of this module is to provide students with a broad understanding of the tools and techniques used in research so that they can successfully complete a management report on a self selected topic dealing with the general area of managing people in organisations. Students undertake a self-managed, analytical piece of work that provides an in-depth academic investigation of an appropriate people management issue within the business environment which is of interest to them. Students will develop knowledge in relation to the identification of research problems, the synthesis, critique and analysis of academic literature and the practical application of academic knowledge to the business environment. Additionally, students will develop skills such as communication and literacy, problem solving, independent working and learning and time management. Students are expected to attend lectures and tutorial sessions.

Learning Outcomes

1. Select a suitable topic for research in terms of theory and practice which can result in useful conclusions and recommendations that add to existing body of knowledge on that topic and have practical application.
2. Defend various research methods and approaches as being appropriate / inappropriate in dealing with particular research topics.
3. Generate their own perspectives on issues by linking and re-combining concepts, theories and information in new ways that will contribute to existing knowledge.
4. Communicate and present their ideas coherently in writing paying attention to clarity of argument and supporting evidence and the use of appropriate language, diagrams and tables.
5. Draw realistic and appropriate conclusions and make practical and actionable recommendations for change.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	8	First four weeks - 4 two hour lectures
Tutorial	16	8 weeks workshops, tutorials, one-to-one supervision
Independent learning time	101	Private Study, Literature Review, Field Research, Analysis, Writing-up
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Research.
Students will carry out research into a business issue preferably a people management topic. This can be based on a problem identified in a particular company, or in the literature.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Report (s) (written / oral)	A management report on a self selected people management topic by the student.	100%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Anderson, V.: 2009, Research Methods in Human Resource Management, 2nd, CIPD,
Horn, R.: 2009, Researching and Writing Dissertations, CIPD,
Fisher, C.: 2007, Researching and Writing a Dissertation: A Guidebook for Business Students, 2nd, FT / Prentice Hall,
Saunders, M., Lewis, P. & Thornhill, A.: 2009, Research Methods for Business Students, 5th, FT / Prentice Hall,

Other Resources

741, Lecture Handouts, J-K Barrett, 0, Class Materials,

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Programme or List of Programmes

Bachelor of Business Studies

BSI

Business Studies ( with INTRA )

BSSAO

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

Timetable this semester: Timetable for HR309

Date of Last Revision

02-NOV-10