UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORDAcademic Year 2014-15School of Health StudiesDepartment of Service Delivery and Improvement Programme title: MSc / Post Graduate Diploma in Leadership, Management and Change in Health and Social Care
Awarding and teaching institution: / University of BradfordFinal and interim awards: / MSc;
Postgraduate Diploma;
Programme title: / Leadership, Management and Change in Health and Social Care
Programme approved / accredited by:
Duration: / 1 year full time
2-5 years part time
UCAS code: / N/A
Date produced: / September 2013
Last Approved School Board: / August 2014
Introduction
The rapidly changing context within the national and international Health and Social Care sectors requires individuals who can lead and manage within a turbulent environment and increasingly this means working across different organisational and professional boundaries. The MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership, Management and Change in Health and Social Care is designed to meet the needs of current or potential senior and middle managers working in the health and social care sector, social enterprises, the voluntary or independent sector and other organisations who wish to develop strategic leadership and management skills.
The programme focuses on a number of areas that are designed to equip you with leadership and management theory and skills required of leaders and managers in health and social care organisations. The topics covered include: leadership theory and practice, strategy and policy, human resource management and managing change. Study can be undertaken on a full or part time basis and the programme is normally delivered in block teaching, so allowing you to flexibly meet your own academic, professional or organisational needs. The team have extensive experience in delivering management education and development and have a background of publications and research.
Key aspects of the programme are:
A postgraduate programme which meets the professional and academic needs of individuals wanting to develop their leadership and management expertise and skills.
- A programme that is delivered in block sessions and supported by a Virtual Learning Environment to fit in with increasingly busy working lives.
- Learning and assessment which is related to leadership and management issues.
- Opportunity to gain credit for specific and relevant prior learning.
- Opportunities for multi-disciplinary learning across a range of health and social care organisations.
- Modules which can be selected for study as standalone modules.
- Places funded by the NHS for employees in the locality.
Programme Aims
Postgraduate Diploma
The programme is intended to:
A1Develop a critical understanding and knowledge of the changing strategy,
Human Resource Management and policy context.
A2Develop the knowledge and skills necessary for effective leadership and management
A3Provide opportunities for inter-professional and inter organisational shared learning.
MSc
In addition to the aims for the postgraduate diploma, the programme is intended to:
A1.Develop internal consultancy, project and research skills in managers by
giving you the opportunity to undertake a substantial management project.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Postgraduate Diploma
When you have successfully completed the programme you will be able to:
LO1Critically analyse the theory and practice of leadership and management within a health and social care context
LO2 Critically evaluate the theory and practice of strategy and policy making within a health and social care sector.
LO.3Critically analyse approaches to change and change management.
LO.4 Critically analyse the theory and practice of Human Resource Management.
LO.5Critically analyse own skills in leadership and management to inform current or future role.
LO.6Reflect critically on leadership, management and change within organisations and apply your learning to enhance performance.
LO.7Manage your learning
LO.8 Communicate effectively on complex issues
L0.9Demonstrate problem solving skills
L0.10Demonstrate IT skills
MSc
When you have completed the programme you will, in addition to the learning outcomes for the postgraduate diploma, be able to:
LO11 Critically analyse different approaches to management research
LO12 Critically analyse research that is available in your area of study.
LO13 Demonstrate independent study and the application of management research skills as evidenced by the planning, execution and evaluation of a management project.
LO14 Manage your own learning
LO15 Communicate effectively on complex issues
LO16 Demonstrate problem solving skills
LO17 Reflect on the process of undertaking the project and identify what has been learned
Both stages should enhance the management capability and overall performance of your employing organisations.
Curriculum
Post Graduate Diploma
In order to achieve this stage of the programme, you need to successfully complete modules amounting to 120 credits at Level 6 or 7, including at least 100 credits at Level 7. The programme consist of 4 core modules, each at 30 credits.
MSc
In order to achieve this stage of the programme you need to successfully complete modules amounting to 180 credits at Level 6 or 7, including at least 160 credits at Level 7. The Management Project for the MSc includes attending compulsory taught sessions and working with a supervisor from the tutorial team, on an individual tutorial basis, over a period normally of between 12 to 18 months on a management opportunity or problem from your current or future workplace (learning outcomes L011-L017).
Credit for prior experiential or certificated learning can be counted as part of the credit requirement for these programmes
Module Code / Module Title / Type / Credits / Level / Study periodHH-4018T / Leadership and Management: Theory and Practice / Core / 30 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
HH-4015T / Strategy, Policy and Organisations / Core / 30 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
HH-4014T / Managing Change / Core / 30 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
HH-4017T / Human Resource Management / Core / 30 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
HH-6792Z / Management Project / Core / 60 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
*HHM-704M / Independent Management Study / O / 10 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
*HHM-704D / Independent Management Study / C / 20 / 7 / Semester 1 or Semester 2
* These modules *HHM-704M and *HHM-704D will only be used when a student has insufficient credit and requires a 10 or 20 credit Independent Management Studymodule to make up additional credit.In these cases students will be advised by the programme leader and using an individual study plan as to what they are required to do to meet the programme learning outcomes.
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's programme approval, monitoring and review procedures.
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The teaching and assessment strategies are designed to achieve learning outcomes LO1-LO17. Learning outcomes LO1,L02, LO3,L04,L05,L06,L07, L08, LO9, L010 are developed through the use of a series of contextualising lectures, workshops and group sessions that cover key topics and provide students with the opportunity to discuss and analyse the topics and to improve their communication, problem solving and presentation skills (L08, L09, L010). You will be given the opportunity to discuss and analyse the topics covered in the modules during workshops and encourage to participate in on-line discussions (LO1, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L011, L012, L013).
Learning outcomes L01-L014 will also be addressed using directed student study, this will enable you to develop and expand your knowledge and analytical skills by undertaking guided reading, preparing seminar papers, preparing for presentations and discussions in workshops. Support from the module leader will be available and you can access; face to face, via the phone, by e-mail, using an instant messenger, by Skype or Elluminate.
The Virtual learning environment is used extensively to complement other learning and teaching methods used within the programme and to support and direct you in your studies. The VLE includes relevant web-sites, documents and a range of on-line resources such as audio files (LO1-L014). The VLE enables you to access other relevant and contemporary learning materials and participate in interactive on-line group discussions and activities. You will be expected to use the VLE facility and support will be available to enable you to do this.
The Management Project for the MSc includes attending compulsory taught sessions and working with a supervisor from the tutorial team, on an individual tutorial basis, over a period normally between 12 to 18 months on a management opportunity or problem from your current or future workplace (learning outcome L01-L017).
Learning outcomes (LO1-LO17) are assessed through written assessment and you are expected to integrate theory whilst applying this to the consideration of leadership and management theory and practice.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations for Postgraduate Programmes which are available at the following link:
Admission Requirements
The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme.Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience
If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry qualifications.
We are continually reviewing and developing our practices and policies to make the University more inclusive, but if you are disabled we may need to make some adjustments to make sure that you are not disadvantaged. We would advise you to contact the programme leader before you apply to discuss these.
Admission to the programme is in accordance with the regulations of the University of Bradford and you should normally hold a first degree or acceptable professional qualification. Students who can demonstrate that they have worked academically at Level 7 will also be considered. However, if you do not possess such a qualification but have appropriate work experience we will consider your application.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and the library at School of Management provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each School provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise your references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus. Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University email account, personal information and programme-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7 IT helpline available.
You will have access to the University’s virtual learning environment where you will find a variety of resources.
Student Support and Guidance
Programme Team
Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided both by the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a personal academic tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your programme tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries.
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’ Union, through a system of student representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students Union provide professional academic representation and advice. The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (part of the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Student’s Union.
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Employability and Career Development
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance their employability profile, commitment towards a career pathway(s) and to implementing a career plan.
Professional career guidance and development support is available throughout your time as a student and as a graduate from Career Development Services. The support available from Career Development Services includes a wide range of information resources, one to one appointments, a weekly workshop programme, a mentoring programme, graduate recruitment and careers fairs, plus information and help to you find part time work, summer work placements, internship programmes and graduate/postgraduate entry vacancies. In addition, some students will receive seminars and workshops delivered by Career Development Services as part of their programme of study. All students are encouraged to access Career Development Services at an early stage during their studies and to use the extensive resources available on their web site
Career Development Services annually undertakes a survey of all postgraduates to find out their destination six months after graduation. The survey gathers data on the employment and further study routes graduates have entered and a range of other information including job roles, name and location of employers, salary details etc. The survey findings for each programme of study are presented on the programme information pages on the University website and via Career Development Services’ website
The specific provision on this programme is aimed at developing your skills and expertise in leadership and management. The programme will equip you to develop your particular needs by allowing you to choose the subjects that will allow you to further your career.
Academic Skills Advise
For postgraduate students on taught programmes who are looking to improve their marks during their time at university, study skills and maths advice is available to all regardless of degree discipline. Students can access a programme of interactive workshops and clinics which is delivered throughout the year. This is in addition to our extremely popular face-to-face guidance from our advisers, who also offer a wide range of online and paper based materials for self-study.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to help you get the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact the Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email:
University policies and initiatives
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading University in this area. This programme aligns with the UNESCO indicators of education for sustainable development. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact Admissions.
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The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's regulations and programme approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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