People Management and Governance
| Module title | People Management and Governance |
|---|---|
| Module code | BEM1053DA |
| Academic year | 2025/6 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 10 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 50 |
|---|
Module description
Effective management skills are essential for a successful operations manager. This module will provide comprehensive insights into all aspects of people management and organisational governance, from understanding motivational theories to implementing organisational policies and legislative guidelines that promote equity and diversity. You will explore both theoretical and practical strategies for developing and managing teams, with a strong emphasis on recruitment, selection, and talent development. Upon completing this module, you will not only grasp the principles of managing individuals and teams but also understand how to leverage policies to enhance wellbeing, diversity, and performance within an organisation.
Module aims - intentions of the module
- To introduce the underpinning theories and concepts of motivation.
- To consider the implications and impact of organisational governance, including the Equality Act 2010 on achieving inclusive leadership and for stakeholders.
- To introduce strategies for ethics and values based leadership as well as strategies for change management within the organisation.
- To consider how to recruit effectively and how to manage performance/ underperformance, including analysing performance data.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Summarise and assess organisational policies and procedures, and relevant regulatory and legislative requirements and practise stakeholder communication around the practical implications of the policies and procedures. (K2, K22, S11)
- 2. Discuss and practise applying organisational policies and legislative guidelines to lead and influence the team and individuals to support an inclusive culture of equity, diversity, and the promotion of well-being. (K3, S6)
- 3. Describe, analyse and practise approaches to people management, for example, recruitment, performance management, reward, and talent management and resource planning. (K4, S7)
- 4. Practise analysing performance data for individuals and teams to identify areas for improvement. (S4)
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Discuss how to manage continuous improvement (S12, K24)
- 6. Discuss ethics and values-based leadership theories and principles, for example employee wellbeing (K16)
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Discuss ways to support an inclusive culture, treating colleagues and stakeholders fairly and with respect. (B2)
Syllabus plan
- Masterclass Day 1 and 2: Organisational governance, motivation, ethical leadership, equality, diversity, inclusion, recruitment, selection and managing performance.
- Weekly webinars to consolidate masterclass content as well as cover organisational culture, including organisational specific principles, wellbeing, coaching and mentoring.
- Assignment workshop
- 1-1 with module lead to discuss content and presentation submission.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | 131 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 12 | Masterclasses - Faculty led online workshops |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 6 | Webinars - Online action learning set facilitated by module lead |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 1 | One-to-one tutorial support - Time with module lead to ask additional questions to cement learning |
| Guided Independent Study | 131 | Guided independent study through online learning activities. Reading, case studies, professional practice forums and time at work |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group activities | In masterclass, webinars | 1-7 | Verbal, peer |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case study | 100 | 2500 words | 1,2,3,4,6,7 | Written via ELE |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case study | Case study | 1,2,3,4,6,7 | Next re-assessment period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance regarding the Equality Act: https://equalityhumanrights.com/en/advice-and-guidance/equality-act-guidance
- Information and tools regarding Belbin’s team roles: https://www.belbin.com/about/belbin-team-roles
- Taylor, S. (2014) Resourcing and Talent Management.
- Stout-Rostron, S. (2014) Business coaching international : transforming individuals and organizations.
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
- Rose, M. (2014) Reward Management, Kogan Page
- Berger, D.R. and L.A. (Eds.) (2010) The Talent Management Handbook, McGraw Hill
- Flaherty, J. (2011) Coaching : evoking excellence in others, Routledge
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 4 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 25/07/2022 |
| Last revision date | 14/11/2024 |
