This module provides a comprehensive overview of the research process, beginning with an introduction to formulating research questions and understanding the research journey. Students will learn how to write and present a research proposal effectively, emphasizing the importance of clear communication of findings. A critical component of the module involves conducting a thorough review of the literature, which lays the foundation for both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Students will explore qualitative research techniques, including data collection and analysis, as well as quantitative research methods. The module also covers the structuring of research, guiding students on how to organize their work logically and coherently. Content analysis will be addressed as a systematic approach to interpreting textual data.

Finally, students will engage in the thesis writing process, learning how to structure and compose their thesis. This module equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to conduct and present high-quality research.

Objective of this Module:

• Be able to devise a Research Question
• Be able to design and propose a viable research project
• Be able to understand the different methodologies employed in international
  management research
• Be able to make an informed choice of data collection methods for a given research area or research question
• Present research results in a systematic manner, write and structure a dissertation

This Organizational Psychology module applies psychological science to workplace settings, focusing on how employees interact within their environments and how these dynamics affect organizational success. It covers the study of human relations, planned change, and technological development, equipping students with the skills to understand employee behavior, foster a safer workplace, and enhance productivity.

Objective of this Module:

• Understand the Agility in the Business and supply chain systems 
• Understand the standard shift from anticipation to agile models 
• Understand the application of SCOR model to implement, monitor and improve supply chain decisions and agility. 
• Evaluate functional drivers of the agile supply chain in a global competitive context. 
• Analyse Concerted Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR) techniques to enhance agile supply chain decisions in an organisation.  

This module is tailored for professionals focused on developing, configuring, and implementing global commercial strategies while monitoring and optimizing global supply chains. It addresses the complexities introduced by globalization, which demand procurement and supply leaders who can lead modern supply chains and recognize their strategic importance in business success. By understanding the dynamics of supply and demand, professionals can drive market and economic growth, using these exchanges as a foundation for competitive advantage.

Objective of this Module:

• Understand how strategic supply chain management can help corporate business strategy formulation and implementation. 
• Understand and apply supply chain design tools and techniques 
• Understand and apply techniques for achieving effective strategic supply chain management, as well as methods for measuring, improving, and optimising supply chain performance. 
• Understand and apply the concept of commercial global strategy in organisation 
• Examine the financial and regulatory implications for the global supply chain. 

Students will be required to undertake their dissertation on a relevant topic, as agreed by the Programme Director/Dissertation Coordinator and student.  It emphasizes the development of research questions, methodology, and critical analysis skills. Students will engage in literature reviews, data collection, and analysis, culminating in the production of a comprehensive dissertation. This module will contribute to enhancing students’ ability to conduct autonomous research and provide novel insights into their area of research.

Objective of this Module:

• Plan and manage a project
• Define the aims of this project
• Identify the data sources and methods appropriate to conduct the project
• Identify the potential pitfalls to conducting such projects
• Execute the dissertation plan