The purpose of this module is to expose students to special/ contemporary management topics due to the impact (and future impact) of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) and the complex challenges managers need to deal with in a global and ever-changing environment. The aim is to introduce students to next generation managerial, strategic and multinational competencies and to focus on the importance of transformation; sustainable and responsible management; the impact of technology and innovation; corporate entrepreneurship; organisational learning and knowledge management; and risk management. In addition, students will be exposed to managerial challenges to develop their creative and critical thinking skills in an effort to generate practical suggestions to overcome these challenges or to minimize the negative impact of these challenges on organisations.

 

The philosophy underlying the delivery of this module is based on active learning. Participants will develop an understanding of the complexity of managing a business and develop next generation managerial, strategic and multinational skills through an interactive approach and practical assignments. Case studies (mini and full) will be used to focus on identifying and solving managerial issues.