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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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The objective of this module is that students should develop an appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of professional engineers, acquire appropriate interpersonal and communications skills, and develop a critical, reflective approach to managerial concepts, strategic issues. Competency in preparing strategic proposal would also be one of the main objectives. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Explain the key strategic steps that are essential for product development practice. 2. Describe management functions on organisations and their interdependence for achieving stated objectives 3. Prepare proposal documents for engineering and business projects to a professional standard. 4. Demonstrate how to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels, manage time and conduct meetings effectively. 5. Show good understanding of the concept of people management, performance management and motivational skills. 6. Demonstrate competence to plan for crisis management, to negotiate and resolve conflict at work place | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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The engineering design process, new product/system/material development strategies, innovation strategies.. Forms of organisation design, roles in an organisation, organisational change.. Preparation of project proposals and business plans.. Financial issues and interpretation of financial information.. Time management, delegation of responsibility and authority.. Motivational and coaching skills, negotiating skills.. Conducting effective meetings, teamwork exercises.. People management and conflict resolution.. Performance Measurement and Monitoring. Communication Skills, Team Work and Leadership. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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