MBAP R O G R A M

KEY FACTS

Duration12 Months

Class TimingSaturday

2.00pm to 7.30pm

Assessment Method

Assignment basedLocation

Oxford College of Business, #100 Thurstan Road, Colombo 07

Entry RequirementsGood first degree and

at least 3 years of work experience OR 5 years

of managerial work experience

QualificationMaster of Business

Administration (MBA)

Awarding BodyUniversity of

Bedfordshire (UK)

Format4 Compulsory

Units + 2 Elective Units

Hospital & Health Services

ManagementGeneral

Marketing HRM

Finance

Specialisations

Credits180

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WELCOME TO THE BEDFORDSHIRE MBA

}Experiencing a good MBA programme can be life changing. But a truly great MBA programme does even more, adding value in unexpected ways.~

Strategy and the Global Competitive environment, make you analyse some of the fastest growing economies in the world where you will engage in projects that explore real life issues facing companies today. Individual and group assignments, coupled with classes delivered by world-class faculty, ensure that you will receive a learning experience second to none.

We also have a unique and clear focus on the rapidly growing digital global economy. Working closely with industry experts and business leaders, our MBA offers students rare and valuable insights into digital platforms now, and into the future. The programme also benefits from significant expertise in the areas of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Analytics, and Leadership. Our MBA is current, relevant and vibrant.

Thank you for your interest in the MBA at University of Bedfordshire. Whether you are looking for a MBA (Marketing), MBA (Finance), MBA (HRM), MBA (Hospital and Health Service Management) or MBA (General). I am confident you will find our offer as exciting as I do. Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated MBA Team should you wish to learn more.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Professor Rebecca BuntingVC Bedfordshire

The MBA from University of Bedfordshire delivers exceptional value by helping students create – and maintain – meaningful connections with business and industry; with an excellent alumni network; with future career progression; and of course with up to date management and leadership theory. These connections are forged during the MBA journey, but live on long after the course is finished.

From day one, our MBA Program, prepares you to be ‘job ready’ immediately on graduation, through development of skills in personal engagement, career progression and leadership. Our two units, Management Practice and the Theory into Practice Project is specifically designed to help students make a successful transition by putting what they learnt in the classroom into practice in their work place. The unit

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ABOUT OXFORD COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

}The academic excellence Oxford College of Business boasts of is unparalleled and unmatched by any other private higher education provider in the country.~Oxford College of Business (OCB) is Sri Lanka’s leading Business School that has reinvented post-graduate, undergraduate and professional education in Sri Lanka. OCB’s mission is “To develop skilled business leaders for industry and business, by offering value-based quality education’ in the field of Business.” Oxford College of Business is the only education provider in Sri Lanka that holds the triple international certification of ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and BS OHSAS 18001:2007 certifications, offering its students top quality education whilst maintaining international quality standards. Oxford College of Business is widely regarded as Sri Lanka’s Best Business School specializing in the field of business education. Oxford College of Business is today also one of the very few private higher education providers in the country which offers the full suite

of business programs starting from professional courses up to masters programs.

The academic excellence Oxford College of Business boasts of is unparalleled and unmatched by any other private higher education provider in the country. Student success is at the heart of the dynamic approach to graduate education. Looking at business decisions in a new way, spotting trends before they are recognized as the next big thing, seeing situations from a global perspective, asking the right questions, being an innovator are some of the skills that the academics at Oxford College of Business train their students to develop. Furthermore the esteemed faculty members who are considered to comprises of some of the best knowledge pools within the country are the epitome of thought

leaders – using their extraordinary local and global business expertise to share insight, theory and solutions with the business community is the main reasons that Oxford College of Business has produced such academic excellence over the past years,

Oxford College of Business has been recognized and felicitated for its services rendered in the field of education by some of the most respected private and public institutions in Sri Lanka such as: Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, National Chamber of Commerce, Ceylon National Chamber of Industries, Great Place to Work Institute, LMD Magazine and Enterprise Asia. Furthermore all partner institutions that Oxford College of Business works with to promote their programs are UGC approved in Sri Lanka.

All We Do, All We Are is Business Education

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PREPARE TO LEAD

One year that will change your life This 12 month intensive course that attracts exceptional students from a wide range of business backgrounds and nationalities. It is particularly suited to anyone wanting to build an international business career and leadership capability to broaden their skills and connections.

This unique MBA is designed to help balance your studies with a demanding career and personal commitments. This course is particularly suited to you if you are looking to develop your career and leadership capability with your current employer, or broaden your skills and connections with a view to starting your own business. This one of a kind MBA program studied over 12 months involving intensive study and professional development will take place on the weekend so you’ll never need to miss a day of work.

The Connected MBA Experience The digital era has already transformed our lives. We live in a world where personal, social, financial and commercial connectivity is increasing exponentially. It’s therefore more important than ever that businesses learn to identify and leverage new opportunities, and transform faster in order to thrive.

University of Bedfordshire’s MBA offers an opportunity to connect you to peers, academics, industry leaders, investors and alumni throughout and

}Accelerate your career with an innovative MBA program designed to prepare you succeed in today's complex business environment. ~

beyond your studies. Most of all, it will prepare you for the realities of the modern business landscape, equipping you with the confidence and resilience to lead with purpose and passion.

At University of Bedfordshire, we believe that successful careers are fuelled by visionary leadership, a profound sense of responsibility and the ability to create and develop innovative and sustainable opportunities. These principles form the basis of both our research and our “Connected MBA Experience.”

Cross-functional syllabus Being able to manage and understand the inter-dependencies of core business functions such as finance, sales, marketing and human

Integration and practicality Connected modules

providing you with an integrated and practical

course

Business and industry

Connecting you with real business

projects and industry mentor

Diversity and experience Connecting you to a diverse and

experienced cohort

resources and how they lead to strategic success, is critical within today’s connected world and a skill that will be relevant across all professions.

At University of Bedfordshire, we avoid teaching in silos and our modules are designed to reflect the inter-dependencies between functions. Our students therefore graduate with a sound understanding of theoretical business frameworks, but more importantly, with the confidence to effectively apply these across complex and multi-disciplinary contexts.

What sets us apart?Practical, real-world learning – no exams! There are no exams in the MBA offered by University of Bedfordshire. Rather, assessment

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More than just a qualification UOB Graduates can expect to competently:

is based on undertaking realistic projects applied to each participant’s own organisational and industry contexts. Emphasis is placed on contemporary, relevant and interactive case studies. Participants engage in coursework that is entirely applicable to their work to ensure they receive immediate value from their learning

experience.

12 Month program combining international and domestic students

Major emphasis on leadership and personal and professional development

Study schedule involves intensive blocks, weekends and evenings to enable students to work while studying

Committed to diversity in gender, experience and culture

MBA Career Advancement Program provides career planning and support

Live business simulation consisting of strategy, technology, entrepreneurship and international business

At University of Bedfordshire we believe to be unparalleled in our postgraduate education. Our team of academics and industry experts have reviewed the MBA to provide students with much more than just a qualification.

Key features The University of Bedfordshire MBA program brings together international and local students with a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds, and promotes a global orientation in all its activities.

One subject at a timeTraditional MBA models involve several individual subjects being offered generally over a 12- week period. For a busy executive, this makes their learning susceptible to external factors such as unexpected work and personal issues that could occur during this time. The University of Bedfordshire MBA is offered as

one subject at a time. This means students need to focus on one subject for two months and upon completion, students move on to the next subject over the next two months. The fact that assignments are just two months away from the start of each subject will keep students continuously focused and motivated throughout the year.

Apply knowledge related to fundamental business processes to

make effective business decisions in a global

context.

Integrate business knowledge to take

well-reasoned action in diverse situations.

Innovate to address business issues

and opportunities in dynamic

environments.

Demonstrate the leadership necessary

to accomplish business goals and maximise

organisational performance.

Evaluate the ethical and social

implications of business decisions.

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Our faculty bring a wealth of experience as academics and consultants to industry and government into the classroom to provide a blend of cutting-edge research and real-life application. The benefit for students is that the knowledge being shared by these faculty members is highly current, and

most accurate reflection of industry as it stands today.

Through our faculty, you will approach problems in new ways. Instead of ambiguity, you will see opportunities to innovate. Instead of uncertainty, you will unlock value hidden to others. Most importantly, our faculty are

passionate about the contribution they make to developing the next generation of global business leaders – you.

All of Oxford College of Business’s faculty delivering the UOB MBA has been approved by University of Bedfordshire.

INSPIRING FACULTY

Our experts will share their original thinking – and help nurture your own

Qualifications PhD (Reading) at Management and Science University, MBA (University of Lincoln), CIM (UK)

Current position Director / CEO at CBL

Previous positions held President at Institute of Personal Management (IPM), Managing Director at Leondce Holdings, Head of Human Resources at Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka, Human Resources Director at Ceylon Tobacco Company – BAT (Sri Lanka)

Memberships and achievements IPM Lifetime Gold Medal in the “Most Outstanding HR Professional of 2013’ category

QualificationsPhD - Marketing (University of South Australia), Master of Business Administration (University of Sri Jayewardenepura), BSc. Eng.(Hons) specialised in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering (University of Moratuwa), Chartered Management Accountant (UK) -FCMA, Chartered Marketer (UK)-FCIM, Certified Management Accountant (Aus)-CMA

Current positionChairman Helicon Corporate Consultancy

Previous positions heldChairman SEC, Chairman Sri Lanka Tourism, Managing Director/CEO of Sri Lanka Insurance, Director of Seylan Bank, Director of Lanka Hospitals plc, Director of Urban Development Authority, Chairman of Colombo Land & Development Company plc, Chairman of Divasa Finance Ltd.

Memberships and achievementsAdvisory Council Member of the Faculty of Information Technology and Management of University of Keleniya, Advisory Council Member of the Faculty of Engineering at University of Moratuwa. President of the Sri Lanka Branch of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Australia (ICMA-Australia), Chairman of the Association of Licensed Bunker Operators of Sri Lanka.

Qualifications OPM (Harvard), MBA (University of Western Sydney), DBA (Asian Institute of Technology)

Current position Chairman & CEO of DPJ Holdings

Memberships and achievements Outstanding Young Entrepreneur of the Sri Lanka Award Winner 9TOYP) 2009, Sri Lanka Entrepreneur of the Year 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014 – National Award Winner, Sri Lanka Entrepreneur of the Year 2008, 2012, 2013 and 2014 – Provincial Award Winner, COYLE National Award for Outstanding Performance 2010, 2011 and 2012, AGBA Best Thesis Award 2012

SAMITHA PERERA

DR. NALAKA GODAHEWA

DR. PRASANTHA JAYAMANNA

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Qualifications PhD (Reading) at University of Colombo, MBA (Australian Institute of Business) BSC in Teaching Technology, Sikkim Manipal, India, LLB (Level 6) Open University Sri Lanka.

Current position Director Education and Administration at Oxford College of Business

Previous positions held Deputy Director (Education and Administration) Ceylinco Educational Services Ltd, Director (Ceylinco Sisila Limited)

Memberships and achievements Chairman’s Award winner for the highest-grade point average of 6.25 for the MBA at Australian Institute of Business, Fellow Member of Association of Business Executives (FABE) UK, FCMI (UK), MIM(SL).

QualificationMasters In Manufacturing Management - University of Colombo, Post Graduate Diploma In Manufacturing Management (University of Colombo).

Current positionManagement Consultant – Enterprise Systems – PRINTCARE GROUP.

Previous positions heldDeputy General Manager - Supply Chain & Manufacturing Processes - Aitken Spence Printing & Packaging (Pvt) Ltd. Chief Executive Officer (2012-2013) - Huegins Graphoo pvt Ltd, Senior Consultant/ Practice Lead SAP Manufacturing (2010 - 2012) - John Keells Holdings, Senior Manager ERP/ Group Quality Assurance Manager - Printcare Group PLC.

Memberships and achievementsFirst Sri Lankan Printing and packaging industry researcher, in 2011 Sri Lanka first ever printing industry survey done and size of the industry, operational capability and industry strategies were established.

QualificationsMBA (University of Wales), Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing (Chartered Institute of Marketing - UK), Certified Management Accountant – Australia

Current positionManaging Director, Akzo Nobel Paints Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

Previous positions heldHead of Marketing - Lion Brewery (Ceylon) LPC, Marketing Manager - Ceylon Cold Stores, Senior Brand Manager - Reckitt Benckiser.

Qualifications MBA (University of Wales)

Current position General Manager US and Emerging Brands - Linea Aqua (Pvt) Ltd.

Previous positions heldheld General Manager - Athleisure (Brandix Apparel Solutions Pvt Ltd), Logistics Manager/Regional Deployment Team - Ansell, Manager Procurement - Reckitt Benckiser.

Memberships and achievementsMember of Exporters Association - Ceylon Chamber of Commerce 2010/2012, Six Sigma Green Belt holder.

QualificationsMBA (University of Sri Jayewardanapura), Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA), Qualified Management Accountant (ACMA UK, CGMA, ACMA SL)

Current positionChief Financial Officer – Millennium IT ESP

Previous positions held:General Manager - Finance Akzo Nobel Paints Lanka (Pvt) Limited

Memberships and achievementsMember (ACA) of the Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), Member (ACMA UK) of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of UK, Member (ACMA) of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA), Member (CGMA) of the Chartered Global Management Accountants (USA)

QualificationMBA (University of Colombo, LLM, (University of Colombo), Attorney at Law (Law College, Sri Lanka), LLB (University of Colombo), CMA (Sri Lanka), ACCS, ICA (University of Manchester) UK, FIB (Institute of Bankers) Sri Lanka

Work ExperienceCount more than 28 years in a leading Commercial bank and currently heading the Compliance Department.

Previous positions heldPerformed duties as a Legal office and Company Secretary to some of the group subsidiary companies

Memberships and achievementsElected Board Governing Member - Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka for 2015 - 2017, Senior Fellow member of the Institute of Bankers(IBSL).

DHANSUHKA SANJEEWA KULATHILAKA CHAAMINDA RATNAYAKE

WASANTHA HEENATIGALA

NILUPA ETIPOLA

DINUKA DILHAN PERERA LASANTHA SENARATHNE

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Qualifications Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) - PIM, Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Business Administration – CA Sri Lanka, Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing (DIP.M) – CIM-UK, Graduate Certificate in Management Research Literature, University of South Australia

Current position Senior Certified Marketing and Management Consultant, Marketing and Sales Training Specialist and Senior Lecturer.

Previous positions held Resident Manager, Tetra Pak (Sri Lanka) Liaison Office, Director – Marketing, Keells Food Products Ltd. Colombo, Sri Lanka, Senior Brand Manager, Hemas Marketing (Pvt) Ltd. Colombo, Sri Lanka, Product Manager, Singer (Sri Lanka) Ltd. Colombo. Product Manager, Darley Butler & Company Ltd. Colombo, Sri Lanka

Memberships and achievements “Chartered Marketer and Fellow Member (FCIM) - The Chartered Institute of Marketing – U.K, Fellow Member - The Canadian Institute of Marketing, Fellow Member - Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing, Member - Alumni Association of the Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Sri Lanka, Member - The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), Member - Institute of Directors, Sri Lanka.

Qualifications MBA in Human Resource Management, Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 2008., Certificate in Employment Relations & the Law – University of Sydney, 2008. Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK) – Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting, 2003. Higher Diploma in Computer Based Information Systems – National Institute of Business Management, Sri Lanka, 1990. Diploma in Computer Systems Design - National Institute of Business Management, Sri Lanka, 1989.

Current position Director / CEO at CBL

Previous positions held Group General Manager of M. D. Gunasena Group, Head of Global HR- CAMMS Group, Director - Human Resources- Virtusa (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka, National HR / IR Manager - Australian Pharmaceutical Industries – Australia, Manager - Human Resources- Next Sourcing Limited, UK and Sri Lanka, Assistant Group HR Manager- Hayleys Group, Sri Lanka

Memberships and achievements Certified Professional Member of Australian Human Resources Institute (CAHRI), Member – Association of HR Professionals, Sri Lanka since year 2000. I was the founder secretary of the Association.

Qualifications Masters of Business Administration in Human Resources Management- Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM), University of Sri Jayawardenapura, Sri Lanka, Masters of Business Administration (General)- Sikkim Manipal University, India. National Diploma in Human Resources Management (Honors) – Chartered Institute of Personnel Management, Sri Lanka. National Diploma in Training and Development- Sri Lanka Institute of Training and Development (SLITAD). Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology- Institute of Psychological Studies – Colombo. Honors Diploma In Psychology (Thesis presented on Psychopathology) - American College of Higher Education.

Current position Country Head of Human Resources- DHL Keells (Pvt) Ltd

Previous positions held Senior Manager – Human Resources (Organizational Development, Business HR & HRIS) - CMA CGM Shared Services Centre (A Hayleys Company). Head of Human Resources - Colombo Stock Exchange. Senior Manager Human Resources (Organizational Development, Business HR and Comp and ben) Virtusa (Pvt) Ltd. Senior Executive - Human Resources – Hiring & Industrial Relations - John Keells Holding.

Memberships and achievements Member of ABE, UK (Full Qualification)

PRASANNA PERERA

PRASANNA OBADAGE

THARAKA DE SILVA

INSPIRING FACULTY

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Qualifications Diploma in Management & Administration from College of Professional Education; Jersey - UK., MBA from Australian Institute of Business Administration. Student ID : A09121. DBA from Australian Institute of Business Administration.

Current position CEO/Director Softlogic Properties Pvt Ltd.

Previous positions held CEO/Vice President - Property Development of Asian Hotels and Properties Ltd. Head of Value Added Tea Exports - Unilever Ceylon, Factory Manager Unilever Tea Division - Mabole production plant, Sales Director - Property Development and seconded to of Asian Hotels and Properties Ltd., CEO/Vice President - Property Development of Asian Hotels and Properties Ltd

Memberships and achievements Published book titled “Effective marketing of high-rise luxury Condos in a Middle Income Country” through Lambert Publishing.

QualificationsMaster’s in Business Administration- Australian Institute of Business, Adelaide Australia, BSc (Hons) in Applied Business Computing - Northumbria University Newcastle, UK, HND (Edexcel UK) in Computing- John Keells Institute of IT / ICBT, Cisco Certified Network Associate Career Certification- Cisco (USA), Diploma in Hardware Engineering- DP Aides (Pvt) Ltd

Current PositionDirector General - Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka

Previous Positions HeldCOO / Director Pyxle Private Ltd. Executive Director Best Western Elyon Colombo, CEO / Director Enfount Holding (Pvt) Ltd. Director Circle Ceylon Holidays (Pvt) Ltd. Director Enfaserv (Pvt) Ltd. Director Consultant for BNI USA for Sri Lanka

Membership and achievementsScholarship for Northumbria University 2004, Merit Award (Batch top) for HND from ICBT Campus 2005

Corporate Awards

NBQSA Silver Award for the Pyxle.Res Reservation Engine for 2013 & 2014, NBQSA Bronze Award for Pyxle.LMS e-Learning Portal – 2013, Record 6 Awards for DFCC.LK Bank Web portal 2013

Qualifications CIM (UK), MBA (Col). Reading for PhD (University of Colombo).

Current position Management Consultant & Corporate Trainer.

Previous positions held Group Managing Director Delmege Forsyth & Co, VP- Nestle Lanka PLC., AVP- Dairy and Nutrition, Head of Sales - Nestle Lanka PLC. Senior Group Brand Manager (Dairy and Nutrition SBU’s). Senior Manager- Nestle Lanka PLC.

Memberships and achievements Accredited with MIM (Malaysian Institute of Management), Executive Committee member of Sri Lanka Dairy Association, Member of F & B Sub Committee of National Chamber of Commerce, Member of Sri Lanka Confectionery Association, Conducted many Corporate Training in Maldives and Bangladesh, Advisor to Ministry of Primary Industries- Cinnamon Project.

QualificationsMaster of Business Administration (MBA) - University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) - University of Colombo, Professional Graduate Diploma (BCS) - British Computer Society, The Chartered Institute for IT

Current PositionFounder / Director - Digital Yoda Pvt Ltd - Digital Strategy Consultancy, Business Development Manager - Eskimi DSP - Programmatic Media Buying Platform

Previous Positions HeldSenior Manager Online - Dialog Axiata PLC, Digital Marketing Trainer - Asia Pacific Institute of Digital Marketing (APIDM), System Administrator - MegadynamiX Pvt. Ltd.

Membership and achievementsMBCS - British Computer Society, The Chartered Institute for IT

Dr. STEPHAN L. ANTHONISZOSHADA SENANAYAKE

ASOKA BANDARA MILINDA THILAKARATHNE

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The UOB MBA programme delivers exactly what you need to progress your career while you continue working. You will benefit from the latest thinking and develop skills that will set you apart in today’s competitive marketplace.

The University of Bedfordshire MBA has three equal stages. Stage One, Stage Two and Dissertation Stage. Each stage consists of 2 subjects/units. Prospective students will follow 4 compulsory (Core) subjects/units and 2 elective subjects/units depending on the area of specialization selected (i.e Marketing, Finance or Human Resource Management). Students would take up to eight months to complete their course work and four months to complete their dissertation.

STRUCTURE & DURATION

Study one subject at a time

Leading and Managing

Organizational Resource

Strategy and the Global Competitive

Environment

Elective Unit

Management Practice

Elective Unit

Theory into Practice Project

Month 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12

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02STAGE

DISSERTATIONSTAGE

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ASSESSMENT METHOD

Our unique, experiential program is purpose built to unlock your personal and professional ambitions, and refine your leadership skillsThe University of Bedfordshire MBA focuses on group work, practice-based learning, and reflection. We don’t just give you the theory; we show you how to use it to get the results you want. University of Bedfordshire graduates are highly employable MBAs who challenge the status quo in a complex and rapidly changing world.

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO :

Take structured and data-informed approaches to decision making

Lead and work more effectively with multinational groups

Reflect critically and analytically

SUBJECT/UNIT CREDITS ASSESMENT METHOD & WEIGHTStage One (60 credits) - Compulsory subjects/units

Leading and Managing Organisational Resources 30 Individual Report (40%)Business Report (60%)

Strategy and the Global Competitive Environment 30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Case Study (60%)

Stage Two (60 credits) - Two subjects/units from your choice of specialisation

MBA (Marketing)

Digital Marketing & Communication 30 Individual Report (60%)Individual Report (40%)

Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship 30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Report (60%)

MBA (Human Resource Management)

International and Comparative Human Resource Management

30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Case Study (60%)

Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship 30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Report (60%)

MBA (Finance)

Strategic Finance 30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Report (60%)

Business Economics 30 Group Presentation (40%)Individual Report (60%)

MBA (General)

International and Comparative Human Resource Management

30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Case Study (60%)

Business Economics 30 Group Presentation (40%)Individual Report (60%)

MBA (Hospital and Health Services Management)

Digital Technology Management 30 Individual Report (60%)Individual Report (40%)

Managing Modern Healthcare Organisations 30 Individual Report (40%)Individual Report (60%)

Dissertation Stage (60 credits) - Compulsory subjects/units

Management Practice 15 Consultancy and Practice Skills or Simulation: Business Game (100%)

Theory into Practice Project 45 Project outline & Presentation (20%)Professional Business Report (80%)

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SPECIALISATIONS

At University of Bedfordshire, we take ‘Original Thinking Applied’ seriously. That’s why we structure the UOB MBA around four practical themes, rather than traditional subject areas. This real-world focus ensures we develop reflective leaders who can navigate the most challenging global trends and tensions.

We offer all the core subjects/units, plus a range of extra options, equipping you with the agility, resilience and ability to not only manage complexity but seize the opportunities it presents. The MBA will change not only the way you do business but how you think about business.

Leading and Managing Organisational Resources

Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Strategic Finance

International and Comparative Human Resource Management

International and Comparative Human Resource Management

Digital Technology Management

Strategy and the Global Competitive Environment

Digital Marketing and Communications

Business Economics

Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Business Economics

Managing Modern Healthcare Organisations

Management Practice

Theory into Practice Project

}With our wide range of electives, you can tailor the MBA to suit your personal goals and interests. Set yourself apart with a specialisation in MBA (Marketing), MBA (Finance), MBA (HRM), MBA (General] or MBA (Hospital and Health Services Management)

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CORE (COMPULSORY) UNITS

ELECTIVE UNITS MBA (Marketing)

MBA (Finance)

MBA (HRM)

MBA (General)

MBA (Hospital and Health Services Management)

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UNITS IN DETAIL

Here you will find descriptions of each of the units can do through University of Bedfordshire MBA including details of contents and expected learning outcomes.

LEADING AND MANAGING ORGANISATIONAL RESOURCES

}Reaching the top levels of global business today demands excellence, critical thinking, exceptional knowledge, communication skills and cultural awareness. All of which the University of Bedfordshire MBA program is designed to nurture.~

Unit Name LEADING AND MANAGING ORGANISATIONAL RESOURCES

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance The unit takes an integrated approach to critically assess the relationship between leadership, operations management, finance and information systems which is essential for adding value and achieving competitive advantage in contemporary organisations. The theme is ‘leadership’ with an emphasis on high performance work systems and the international management of innovation and change. Successful completion of the unit will give you a comprehensive and detailed overview of theory and practice and you will acquire a ‘toolkit’ that provides the potential for inspirational leadership and the effective management of organisational resources.

Operations Management addresses issues such as quality, location process layout, capacity management, and scheduling and inventory management. Global sourcing and relocation are now commonplace and the competitive environment demands new ways of thinking about how to manage operations in a global context. Business and information systems facilitate decision-making and effective management across all functions. You will develop an understanding of how changes in the business strategy, the business operations and the funding of these operations can impact on the reported financial statements, their cash flows and thus impact on both share price and the reported results of a company.

Syllabus Content Leadership and Management Responsibilities

High Performance Work Systems and Financial Appraisal

Strategic Human Resource Management and Enterprise Resource Management

Global Leadership and Operations Management

Organisational Innovation, Culture and Change Management

Decision Making, Ethics and Sustainability

Assessment Methods 1. You are required to critically analyse a “hot topic” in theory or practice and to present your ideas individually in a report of 2,400 words.

2. You are required to critically evaluate a live project or a case study of a contemporary organisation considering the integration and effectiveness of pertinent topics relating to leadership, operations, information systems and their impact on the financial statements. You will present your analysis and findings as a Business Report of 3,600 words.

A random sample of students will be called for a viva voce examination to ensure authenticity.

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STRATEGY AND THE GLOBAL COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT

Unit Name STRATEGY AND THE GLOBAL COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance This unit explores strategy and the implications for marketing. You will consider the broad external environment, current issues and challenges facing directors, senior managers and entrepreneurs in guiding the long-term development of organisations. The objectives of organisations and the means of achieving these objectives through the mobilisation and deployment of assets and resources and the integration of the various functions of the organisation will be the focus of the unit. You will most specifically::

Understand and develop strategy; think strategically;

Research, develop and demonstrate expertise in understanding the global business environment in which the modern organisation operates gaining confidence in handling current affairs and relating these to organisations’ strategies;

Identify and evaluate political, economic, social and technological developments relevant to organisational strategies;

Apply a range of skills in developing business and marketing strategies for different environments and opportunities that can harmonise the organisations’ objectives, capabilities and resources;

Syllabus Content Indicative content:

Core concepts of strategy and marketing

Understanding and developing strategy

External and Internal environment analysis

Evaluating political, economic and social change

CSR and ethical considerations

Globalisation and technology

Global brand management

Corporate and Business strategy; segmentation analysis

Scenario analysis and creative destruction

Implementation of business and marketing strategy

Assessment Methods Assessment will consist of two parts:

1. An individual assignment in the form of a consultant’s report viewed from the perspective of a substantial organisation approved or allocated by the tutor. You will produce a focussed strategic analysis of an identified and critical aspect of the external environment.

The purpose of this assignment is to give you the opportunity to demonstrate understanding of emerging events and the application of your analysis (2400 words)

2. An individual assignment in the form of a case study. Informed by and consistent with the previous external analysis, the focus now will be on providing and evaluating strategic and marketing options for the identified organisation and making specific recommendations. You will consider its position, resources and capabilities.

The purpose of the assignment is to develop reasoning and decision making skills as well as to prepare you to move on to a professional practice in-situ learning situation (3600 words)

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UNITS IN DETAIL

CORPORATE INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (MARKETING AND HR SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name CORPORATE INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance

Managing creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship and change are essential to successful performance in the context of increasing demands and fierce competition faced by organisations in the twenty-first century. This unit provides an opportunity for you to explore how these processes might effectively be promoted across organisations regardless of size and sector from initial business start-up through to large multinational corporations. The unit adopts a critical approach encouraging consideration of alternative philosophical perspectives supported by influential theoretical contributors.

Syllabus Content

Linking creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship

Creative idea generation

Creativity and innovation as core business processes

Sources of innovation

Building the innovative organisation

Start-ups

Business Incubation

Challenges and Opportunities

Growth

Transforming the innovative organisation

Vision

Multiple level systems

Creative requirement

Climate

Creativity, innovation and performance

Leadership

Human Resource Management and Development

Capturing the benefits of innovation

Learning and knowledge management

Managing creativity, innovation and change

Orchestrating structure, systems and resources

Organisational culture

Planned approaches and linear stage models

Process approaches and non-linear time

Assessment Methods

Aims and learning outcomes determine the need to develop a critical understanding of how creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship might be enhanced and sustained. You will produce two assignments that demonstrate all learning outcomes. .

Assignment 1

You will develop a plan for an organisation to promote creative thinking with a view to enhancing innovation and corporate entrepreneurship. You will need to include an in-depth literature review critically evaluating alternative contemporary perspectives in order to draw meaningful conclusions and develop feasible recommendations to the organisation. You will present your analysis and plan in a 2400-word report..

Assignment 2

An in-depth evaluation of creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in a case study organisation or live project. You are required to use influential contemporary theories to analyse in-depth and synthesise organisational systems leading to clear conclusions and feasible recommendations. You will write a report of 3600 words.

A random sample of students will be called for a viva voce examination to ensure authenticity..

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DIGITAL MARKETING & COMMUNICATION (MARKETING SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name DIGITAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance Marketing has become an increasingly vital ingredient for managers and business success. Organisations that neglect their marketing activities and operations are doomed to failure.

Digital platforms are not only revolutionising marketing, but creating new business models and new methods of social interaction. This unit explores the effects on management, business, economics, sociology and ethics.

For organisations some of the key questions are: what do my customers want; how do potential and actual customers view my offering; how do I make my product or service different; how much shall I charge for it and where/how do I 'talk about' it and make it available? All of these questions are of course posed in a context of competition and in a political, economic, socio-cultural and technological framework that is constantly evolving. The motto for organisations often is 'change or die'. A key component of any Marketing unit is the ability to communicate effectively, thus bringing together new technological developments as well as economic, sociological and political changes combined with the extent to which academic theory matches practice.

The unit therefore aims to engage you with a critical understanding of 21st century business marketing and communication in practice for managers

Syllabus Content The digital media landscape has been characterized over the past decade by rapid, disruptive change as new technologies and platforms have been adopted by audiences. Marketing and Communication strategies are highly dynamic and at the forefront of those disruptions. The following list, therefore, is indicative only, and is likely to adapt and change to reflect the evolving business environment.

Marketing, Management, Communications Strategies and Communication Objectives

Marketing and Marketing Orientation

New consumers and media

Mobile platforms and convergence

Consumer Behaviour

Brand Management

Developing and Managing Marketing Strategies and Plans

Market Segmentation and Positioning

Building Direct Customer Relationships: Social Media Marketing

Social networking and communication

Social Influence theories, media and self-esteem, ‘self’ concept

Time, presence and asynchronicity

Managing integrated digital communication

Digital audience and market research

Social Constraints and Consequences of Marketing Communications

Economic Globalisation and Marketing Communications:

Regulations Across Countries

Management Ethics and Professionalism

Media, PR and Society

Propaganda and persuasion

Community and Society – impact of CSR

Assessment Methods There are two assessments in this unit

Assessment one: (60%) Is an individual marketing plan report for a senior manager scheduled in the final sessions of the Unit (3000 words excluding appendices). A substantial case study to be used as the basis for the plan.

The knowledge and skills gained in class sessions should be used effectively in designing the marketing plan

Assessment Two (40%) An in class test, drawing on pre-prepared seminar materials/case studies.

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STRATEGIC FINANCE (FINANCE SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name STRATEGIC FINANCE

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance The central aim of this Unit is to help you develop financial skills in: appraising business ideas, evaluating business performance, identifying potential improvement and reaching better business decisions.

Within a global context, using critical evaluation techniques you will learn how to recognise, assess and propose value-creating initiatives in your organisation. Above all, you will learn how to communicate your thoughts, ideas and conclusions more confidently and more effectively at executive committee or board level. You will have the opportunity to be engaged in the development of transferable research skills and environment. You will be involved in sharing and using research knowledge and expertise.

Syllabus Content Financial management:

Optimal decision making from a strategic finance perspective

Accounting for risk

Putting financial strategy into context:

Linking corporate and financial strategies

Corporate governance and financial strategies

Financial strategy and the corporate life cycle

Financial instruments and the capital markets:

The building block of capital

Equity vs Debt

Dividends and buybacks

Assessment Methods The assessment of this unit will consist of:

1. Within a given strategic finance context, collect, assess and innovate a critical finding and present in the format of an essay. Word limit is 2,400 words and the assessment will attract 40% of the marks.

2. Selecting a suitable company from a listed stock exchange, you will be required to submit a critical report arguing against the position taken by the company in relation to a specific strategic finance decision. Word limit is 3,600 words and the assessment will attract 60% of the marks.

Assessment will be submitted on BREO.

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DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (HOSPITAL AND HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance In today’s business world digital technology in all its facets is crucial to facilitate decision-making, create new business models, and achieve competitive advantage. This unit, informed by staff research and other scholarly activities, develops your knowledge and understanding of the use of digital technology for effective management in a variety of business settings, as well as enabling you to manage digital technology. Crucially, you will learn about the role of digital technology in strategy, Internet marketing, and related areas.

The unit takes an integrated approach to critically assess the relationship between information systems and how they can create a competitive advantage. The aim is to enable you to understand and critically assess what information systems are, what key characteristics they have and what they can (and cannot) do for an organisation.

Successful completion of the unit will give you a comprehensive and detailed overview of theory and practice and you will acquire a ‘toolkit’ that provides the basis for understanding the potential – and limitations – of information systems for business success.

Syllabus Content Types of information systems and their role in business

Enterprise Resource Planning

The interrelationship between the Internet and strategy

IT/IS-enabled business process re-engineering

Internet marketing and electronic customer relationship management

IT project management

IT/IS-enabled change and strategies for change management

IT and Total Quality Management

IT governance

IS/IT investment and evaluation

Risk management

Ethics and digital technology

Assessment Methods Assessment 1:

You are required to conduct research on a topic related to the strategic management of information systems, making reference to appropriate theory, literature and empirical evidence. You will then present this in a written report. The word length should be around 3500 words. Assessment 1 accounts for 60% of the overall unit grade.

Assessment 2:

Individual report consisting of a critical evaluation of a real-life case study that is related to either change management or risk management. The word length should be around 2500 words. Assessment 2 accounts for 40% of the overall unit grade.

There is a specific risk in terms of the authenticity of the submitted reports with this unit that will be mitigated by the use of relevant software. Additionally, staffs reserve the right to call any student into the School following submission of a written assignment for the purposes of a viva voce examination on their work in accordance with University regulations. Turnitin will be used for all submissions and for plagiarism checking.

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MANAGING MODERN HEALTHCARE ORGANISATIONS (HOSPITAL AND HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name MANAGING MODERN HEALTHCARE ORGANISATIONS

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance This unit will challenge and develop your wider understanding of the context in which healthcare services operate and is built upon latest research in the field of healthcare management. The unit will address challenges facing healthcare delivery in the 21st century, with a focus on local, regional and global policies that healthcare leaders have to understand and develop to meet the needs of increasingly complex and evolving healthcare environments. Your current leadership practices will be addressed by concentrating on strategies that enable healthcare leaders to balance the requirements of an increasingly complex and evolving healthcare environment whilst meeting the challenges of modern societies. The unit also examines issues faced by health care organisations when dealing with the use of information technology in the form of information systems by examining the latest research in the field of healthcare informatics.

Syllabus Content The syllabus covers the key areas needed for healthcare management in the 21st century, namely:

The social, technical, political, economic and ethical context in which healthcare operates.

Explore real world experiences of social healthcare, population health and wellbeing.

Links between models of health care provision and social health agendas and the World Health Organization targets.

How to develop critical understanding of governance, legislation and policy issues that impact upon healthcare provision.

Application of models of creative and innovative business development to engage with entrepreneurial vs humanitarian debates and make recommendations for implementation.

How to utilise leadership theory and research to support your personal and professional development as a healthcare leader.

How to lead the challenges of team dynamics, team conflict, and team development.

How to lead change in an ever-evolving healthcare environment.

The complexities of leading within an organisational context.

The impact of healthcare politics on leadership and service delivery.

Strategies to support leaders to ethically manage available time, finance and resources.

History of health computing

Hospital Information Systems (IS) - Patient Administration Systems (PAS)

Hospital IS – Electronic Patient Records (EPR)

System security and patient confidentiality

E-Health in the community

Assessment Methods This unit has two summative assessments as follows:

Assessment 1:

Problem-based report: You will address a specific healthcare problem. You must critically appraise the evidence base for this problem and provide a detailed assessment of evidence. (2400 words)

Assessment 2:

Individual Report: Prepare an individual report focusing on the organisation of modern healthcare organisations. This report will also include a reflective account of your learning which highlights your personal professional development and how the unit will contribute to your capacity to organise modern healthcare services. (3600 words)

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BUSINESS ECONOMICS (FINANCE AND GENERAL SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name BUSINESS ECONOMICS

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance The central aim of this Unit is to provide you with a deep and systematic understanding of the competitive global context in which firms operate and make decisions and to use a critically evaluative approach in order to explain the impact of economic policies on the behaviour of individuals, firms and institutions.

Syllabus Content Markets and Resource Allocation

Industry Applications of Economic Concepts

Consumer and Firm Behaviour

Market Structures and the Competitive Environment

Market Failure and Regulation

Macroeconomic Aggregates

Macroeconomic Policies, Instruments and Objectives

From the Great Depression to Oil Shocks and the Financial Crises

Open Economies and the International Business Environment

Globalization Debate

Economic Integration and other Trading Blocks

Assessment Methods Assessment 1:

The first assessment is group oral presentation and relates to microeconomics, market structure and their effects in the international business context. Specific instructions on what is expected from you will be available on BREO and in your Unit Handbook. Only individual marks will be given, and they might vary among the members of a group. Both group and individual performance will be reflected in your final individual grade, which is the weighted average of group work content (50%) and individual presentation performance (50%). This assessment has a 40% of total unit assessment weighting.

Assessment 2:

You will apply your research skills acquired throughout this unit to in 3,000 words will written report that will focus on macroeconomic policies. The assessment will be submitted on BREO. This assessment has a 60% overall weighting.

Mitigation against high risk assessments: To confirm the authenticity of your work, you may be required to undertake an individual presentation based on your output or to undergo a mini viva to test your understanding.

To help you succeed in this unit you will be required to undertake formative assessments, throughout the delivery of the unit.

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INTERNATIONAL AND COMPARATIVE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (HR AND GENERAL SPECIALISATION)

Unit Name INTERNATIONAL AND COMPARATIVE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Credit Value 30

Aims and Relevance Over the years, many companies have faced internationalisation by entering foreign markets. Consequently, HR professionals have had to evolve their strategies, practices and processes. Today, HR professionals are required to manage international assignments, work alongside HR professionals from other countries and adapt their HR practices to multicultural and cross-cultural environments. This unit helps you to link academic and practical developments in the field of international human resource management and provide a world-wide outlook of HR practitioners to understand global HRM issues.

This unit provides in-depth understanding of strategic, international and cross-cultural HRM. This unit introduces you to the key concepts theories and current issues underlying international and comparative human resource management (IHRM). The focus of this unit is on HRM strategies, policies and practices in multinational corporations (MNCs), public sector, voluntary sector and their approach to the management and development of human resources across borders.

This unit further develops your knowledge and understanding of the currently accepted body of knowledge on the principles and practice of HRM and HRD, within employing organisations with regard to sectoral, national and international context.

The unit aim to expose students to current research through the evaluation and critique of current research work. Students will be given the opportunity to examine and discuss research work.

Syllabus Content Introduction – the purpose is to provide an overview of the emerging field of international HRM.

IDomestic vs. international HRM, differences between IHRM and Comparative HRM - we examine how cultural environment can influence HRM

Approaches to IHRM and Comparative HRM – you will be acqquinted with the implication that international merger and acquisitions, joint ventures and the context of SMEs have for international human resource management

Transfer of HRM Practices – you will expand on the role of staffing, recruitment and selection in international operations in order to sustain international operations.

International HRM and HRD policies and practices – broadening out the discussion to the multinational level, and addressing issues around performance management, appraisals, training and development.

The current trends in HRD and IHRM and future challenges – identify and comment on the observed trends and future direction of international business ethics and HRM, mode of operations, ownership issues and safety, security and terrorism

Assessment Methods Assessment 1:

(40%) will be a 2500 word critical review of a student selected journal article regarding a specified strategic HRM or comparative HRM issue in an international context

Assessment 2:

(60%) will be an individual case study based report (3500 words) using theoretical perspectives and current research on international HRD and/or international HRM elaborating comparative HR practices to inform your in-depth analysis of the issues raised by the case study and propose recommended actions for the organisation.

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MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (DISSERTATION STAGE)

Unit Name MANAGEMENT PRACTICE

Credit Value 15

Aims and Relevance Practice events are integral to the University of Bedfordshire Business School’s vision to take business education, research and practice in exciting new directions. Central to this vision is the aspiration to give you the skills and knowledge to find the career and future success you want. We aim to develop intelligent practitioners who imaginatively integrate theory and practice, supported by contemporary research evidence. You will need to select and apply knowledge and principles you have learnt through the taught MBA units, experiential learning activities and challenges to develop an understanding of current realities in work organisations and be better placed as a future manager.

This unit is specifically designed to help your transition into the professional work environment through combining academic rigour with practice skills: the behaviours, attributes and intent which give you immediate impact in the organisations you join. This produces individuals with the confidence and know-how to fit in and be effective from day one: managers who understand business context, and have the creativity, drive and focus to bring about change. The aim of this unit is to:

Enhance your transition to the workplace through experiential learning

Improve your personal, interpersonal and business skills

Develop your awareness of professional working practice and increase your employability

Relate the theories learnt in the earlier stages of the MBA to real-word business practice issues..

Syllabus Content During the taught elements of the course you will already have experience in the application of theory to practice in individual units and in the core integrated units. In real life work organisations integration is necessary and in preparation for your transition to the work place on completion of the MBA this unit requires that you apply your learning from the taught elements to a complex real-life organisation. You will need to analyse the organisation and draw on relevant theories and models from the MBA toolkit as necessary to inform your decision making and evaluate the effectiveness of those decisions. As with other units on the MBA, an Evidence-based Management (EBMgt) approach is adopted to support the application of contemporary research in practice, and you will be supported through preparatory sessions.

This might be achieved either through a live consultancy project or through a challenging business simulation.

Live consultancy project:

Developing imaginative and effective solutions to opportunities and challenges.

You will be presented with a live project from a real work organisation.

Business Simulation (Group Work)

An in-depth consideration of issues in the implementation of strategic and operational decisions.

You will normally work in small groups where each group will, where possible, select their own team participants.

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UNITS IN DETAIL

Unit Name MANAGEMENT PRACTICE

Assessment Methods You will engage in ONE of the following tasks:

Consultancy and Practice Skills

You will be presented with a live consultancy project for a real work organisation. In small groups your task is to draw on relevant theories to develop imaginative and effective solutions to the opportunities and challenges presented. You will need to clearly communicate your ideas to the client. Theoretical underpinning and the development of imaginative and effective solutions are essential for credibility.

You will prepare an individual report critically analysing the integration of theory and practice in developing solutions to your client. This must be a professionally written and presented business report clearly and concisely communicating your ideas through integration of theory and practice supported by directly relevant quality academic sources(3000 words).

Simulation: Business Game

You will participate in a competitive business game designed to simulate a realistic management situation and give you the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to think through the implications of applying the knowledge and skills acquired through the taught elements of the course. You engage in the business game as a group. You will need to set a strategy for your company within the competitive industry and make decisions about all aspects of the business in order to implement the strategy effectively. Over successive periods in the game you monitor the performance of your own business and the competition, aligning and adjusting your strategic and tactical decisions accordingly.

You will write an individual report of 3000 words on the performance of your company in the simulation , showing how theory which you have learnt on the course was demonstrated both in your management of your business and in the way the other companies in your industry competed. Some specific questions will be provided for you to address and you will also have the opportunity to highlight other areas of your own choice. Individual reports must be fully supported by directly relevant quality academic sources in demonstrating the integration between theory and practice.

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THEORY INTO PRACTICE PROJECT (DISSERTATION STAGE)

Unit Name THEORY INTO PRACTICE PROJECT

Credit Value 45

Aims and Relevance The unit aims to enable you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of management and business as well as the skills essential to effective operation in a corporate, business, public sector or not for profit environment. It is a unit specifically designed to help your transition into the professional work environment through the integration of theory and practice supported by contemporary research evidence.

Syllabus Content The integrated application project is the culmination of the MBA programme. It is designed to give you the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to think through the implications of applying the knowledge and skills acquired through the taught elements of the course.

Its purpose is to bring together all the taught elements of the programme to reinforce their interrelationship and to enable you to move forward from the understanding of a discrete knowledge base to combine knowledge in different ways and increase your understanding through synthesis and exploration. Adopting an Evidence-based Management approach you will integrate contemporary knowledge and research across different areas to enhance management and business practice. Appreciating the range of data sources and their collection and analysis will be concluded in order to help you more critically assess a contemporary problem and solve a business issue.

Assessment Methods Theory, Decisions and Implementation

The TIP Project enables you to consider a business problem, how this is framed and what solution you can present based on your appreciation of critical enquiry.. The assessment requires you to consider in depth one aspect of the implementation of decisions. You will be offered a selection of topics or you may select your own, subject to approval by your tutor. Subject to availability and ethical approval you may also choose to work with a real organisation.

The first assessment requires you to present a poster in which you define the problem, outline the methodological approach and demonstrate how the contribution will move the organisation forward. You will need to provide an indication of the theories you will use to inform your investigation, using a range of good quality and appropriate data sources. . Following formative panel feedback on your defined problem as outlined in a three minute overview (in week 3), week 6 Part time) you deliver a poster presentation supported by a document in a format that can be accepted by Turnitin in Week 6 (Week 12 Part-time). (20% Weighting)

Your final assessment report should be an in-depth critical analysis and evaluation of contemporary theory in practice, drawing on a wide range of academic sources and data including peer-reviewed material to demonstrate insightful outcomes from your research. The emphasis of the work is to address the business problem through research.Your work must be submitted as a professional Business Report of 9000 words (including an improved Chapter 1 (Assignment 1) of approximately 1500 words). Staged submissions are required to be submitted regularly through the online journal on the Breo site as part of your research journal and to reflect on during your supervisor meetings. This will demonstrate your progress and the authenticity of your project. (80% weighting).

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THE BEDFORDSHIRE MBA EXPERIENCE

MR. RAVI GAMAGE General Manager - Group Human Resources - The Capital Maharaja Group

“The importance and impact of an organisation's culture of being innovative has been a real eye-opener. I’ve learnt that to be able to successfully implement a positive culture meant the improvement of both my soft skills as well as my leadership style, something that has significantly improved during my MBA experience. The inter-linking nature of the University of Bedfordshire MBA modules creates a useful mind frame for looking at businesses as a living organism, needing the constant use of analytical tools and examination of the external and internal environment for changes, which can inform plans for change. Armed with new tools I look forward to meeting head on with the challenges of changing trends of businesses. This experience truly gave new meaning to the phrase; if you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change".

MR. ARJUNA WAIDYASEKERA Chief Executive Officer - Millennium Housing Developers PLC

“The quality of the learning content is one of the main elements I valued most. During my studies at Oxford College of Business, I was exposed to some of the best industry experts who are very enthusiastic and motivated to share their learning within the teaching staff , who has very high academic excellence, industry experience & knowledge. The University of Bedfordshire MBA modules also has a focus on digital economy and innovation, which helps keep me updated with the latest market trend and technologies. The most useful skills I learned during the course are the ways of innovative thinking and creative problem-solving methods enlightened during interactive discussions apart from tutorial learning. I was skeptical that a creative mind-set could be taught, but the practice & learning during the year proved that systematic training, sharing of experiences and collective learning sharpens one’s mind and helps generate creative ideas. State of the art class rooms with high-tech media technology adds to the learning environment that’s surrounded by students from multiple industries, which also helps in building network & relationships”.

MR. SHALAKA WIJEYARATNE Project Coordination Manager - CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd

"Innovation is becoming strategically vital for many companies. Completing the MBA from the University of Bedfordshire enabled me to gain a comprehensive understanding of business operations and its dynamic nature in the contemporary business world. During the course, I enjoyed working on resolving business issues through research and practical workshops. The MBA program assisted me in reinforcing my understanding of business operations and how strategic thinking assists in optimizing operational processes and productivity. I was able to harness and develop key attributes currently desired from an empowered business leader such as critical and analytical thinking; problem solving; decisive decision making; teamwork and collaboration; and people management. In conclusion, the Bedfordshire MBA is a perfect amalgamation of theoretical and practical knowledge. It equipped me to better understand current industry trends, processes and technologies that upon completion helped widen my career options and opportunities".

MR. DEVPRAKSH PEIRIS Head of Exams Operations and Compliance - British Council

"I was really impressed by the quality of the faculty on the program. They were all experts in their fields and had become so through working in the industry, instead of academics with no real-world experience. The broad understanding I have now of the business from finance, marketing, strategy, problem-solving, and decision-making will definitely help me in managing high pressure work situations more effectively".

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CAMPUS LIFE

CAMPUS FACILITIES Oxford College of Business’s Postgraduate Study Division is an integral part of the academic assistance we provide. It offers direct support to postgraduate students who require extra literacy, numeracy, and study skills. Our Academic Advisors are available on campus and regularly organise appointments with students seeking additional assistance with their studies. They help students manage the challenging demands of their assessments and equip them to meet the requirements of their programs.

Orientation All new students are required to attend the orientation program in the week before the start of their first semester. Orientation provides an opportunity for students to meet

lecturers and other students and to obtain information about their studies, the facilities and the academic and support services available to them. Students will also learn about their responsibilities as a student and be given information about the local area and transportation. At Orientation students, will also meet their Student Services Officers who will assist in

subject selection and enrolment plus provide a class timetable. This is also a great opportunity for students to raise any questions they have about their units of study. Our friendly on-site Student Services teams are able to help students settle into life on campus and are happy to answer any questions students might have.

Technology

Oxford College of Business provide easily accessible IT resources for students including Wi-Fi access, computer labs, printing, photocopying, email, and intranet facilities. We also have a Student Portal through which students can access integrated online learning materials and receive feedback on assignments.

Library

Oxford College of Business provides library access to students plus an extensive online library with access to online databases to support students in postgraduate studies. Students can also borrow program-relevant books and reference materials on campus.

Student Lounge

Our student lounges are great places for students to meet and relax. Oxford College of Business is located close to shopping districts providing easy access to cafés, restaurants, and bars. Students can also make use of our canteen facilities for heating and refrigerating food.

STUDENT SERVICES

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Please contact Oxford College of Business

regarding course starting dates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Starting Dates Location, Facilities and Resources

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is based on individual reports, group presentations and case studies undertaking realistic projects applied to each participant’s own organisational and industry contexts, rather than exams.

COURSE WORK

Emphasis is placed on contemporary, relevant, and interactive case studies. Participants engage in coursework that is entirely applicable to their work to ensure they receive immediate value for their learning experience.exams.

FACILITATORS

Our facilitators are highly qualified and experienced business professionals. They are chosen based on their senior management experience in their area of specialisation, appropriate postgraduate and teaching qualifications, and a commitment to keep abreast of developments in their area of specialisation. Be inspired by practitioners with senior level business and industry experience and benefit from their extensive business knowledge and practical leadership and management skills.

Shortly before commencing the course, students will be invited to join a study skills seminar/induction conducted by the Head of Academic at Oxford College of Business. The purpose of the study skills seminar/induction is to introduce students to the advanced academic study protocols, a brief introduction about the roles played by Oxford College of Business, University of Bedfordshre and general study techniques.

Oxford College of Business’s dedicated academic and operational staff will be with you every step of the way if you require any assistance.

Study Support

Time CommitmentIt is recommended that students complete up to 13 hours of self-directed study per week for each unit.

13 Hours

Located at the heart of Colombo, Oxford College of Business is in close proximity to all amenities, Banks, Blue-chip companies and restaurants are all within walking distance from the campus. Oxford College of Business have a dedicated state-of-the art fully equipped class rooms with projectors and LCD TV’s. Students have access to wireless internet, canteen, and computer labs for online research.

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Prompt, personalised and on-going support Staff at University of Bedfordshire and Oxford College of Business will be there to help you throughout your study journey. Gain prompt, personalised and ongoing support from specialised Faculty and our Student Support Team. We know postgraduate study is a commitment and we’re committed to providing you exceptional support throughout your qualification.

Course Duration Class timings

Both Oxford College of Business and University of Bedfordshire is aware of the requirements of the Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 and seek to ensure that the practices the Act seek to encourage are followed. Concerning special educational needs (e.g. dyslexia) special provision is made for assessment for course work depending on the individual needs of the student. All formal teaching and learning is undertaken on premises that provide reasonable access for you if you have concerns about mobility. Advice on the nature of specific disabilities and the reasonable adjustments which can be made to accommodate disabled students is available from the Disability Advice Team.

If you have disclosed a disability (includes long term medical conditions and Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia) to Oxford College of Business, please contact Oxford College of Business medical doctor for an appointment. At the appointment, the doctor will discuss your learning support needs including examination access arrangements, where appropriate. It is important to get this support in place as soon as possible so they can support you to achieve your full potential. You can talk to the team in confidence about any concerns you have about your learning support needs and he will advise you how to obtain the support you need.

DISABILITY

Saturday

2.00pm to 7.30pm

Annual Graduation

Students can visit the international graduation ceremony held at Bedfordshire University UK at the end of each year or take part in the local graduation organized by Oxford College of Business. You may contact Oxford College of Business for further details.

75%

12 months

AttendanceAll students need to maintain a minimum of 75% attendance for each subject/unit in order to be eligible to submit their respective assignments by the due date.

(Including Dissertation)

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HOW TO APPLY

}University of Bedfordshire MBA seeks individuals who have strong leadership capabilities and the desire and drive to achieve academic and management excellence. In addition we are looking for people who are motivated, mature, focussed and keen to make a positive impact on business and society. If that’s sounds like you then its time to apply.~

Applicants who wish to undertake the University of Bedfordshire MBA must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria:

Applicants should have at least a Second Class Honours degree, or equivalent with 3 years of work experience

OR

Applicants with over 5 years of work experience at senior level of management can also be considered.

Please contact us to speak to an advisor who will guide you through the programme and application process. Our team at Oxford College of Business will provide advice and put you in contact with students and alumni based in your country.

Where the applicant’s medium of instruction (at a tertiary level) was not English, the applicant must have obtained:

a score of 575 or better on the TOEFL; or

a score of 6.5 or better on the IELTS; or

a credit or better in English in the GCE “O” or “A” levels or equivalent

Fees are paid in instalments (details on p33) and we offer discounts for full payment upfront. Please speak to our program advisors at Oxford College of Business for further information.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

SUPPORT AT EACH STAGE

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT

FEES

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Visit our website of visit Oxford College of Business

Check the admissions requirements and application deadlines

Call us, meet us or send your CV for advice

Complete and submit the application form

The final decision will be made by University of Bedfordshire Admissions Committee - we hope to welcome you onto the programme

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

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COURSE FEESOne of the most affordable and sought after MBA programs in Sri Lanka.

Fees Comments

Registration Fee LKR 60,000 Fee payable when the application is submitted

1st Semester University Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the first month

Tuition Fees LKR 70,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the second month

2nd Semester University Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the fourth month

Tuition Fees LKR 70,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the Fifth month

3rd Semester University Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the eight month

Tuition Fees LKR 70,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the ninth month

TOTAL INVESTMENT LKR 495,000

*Note - A semester is every 4 months.

Oxford College of Business and Bedfordshire University have the right to change the above fees from time to time

Payments can be made by direct debit card, credit card, cheque or cash. Please contact Oxford College of Business for payment details.

The above fees do not include textbooks.

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University of Bedfordshire together in partnership Oxford College of Business offers accessible and flexible postgraduate education for seasoned managers and business leaders. Our sole purpose is to provide an education that will equip you with the skills and confidence to be an exceptional leader. Our practical approach goes beyond the theory to help you apply effective management strategies to everyday business experiences, so you can confidently go on to inspire others to levels of greatness beyond what they imagined.

It’s time to master your future

Please contact us via phone or email or come visit us at Oxford College of Business to find out more.

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