Study your Masters Foundation Programme in London
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The Masters Foundation programme is directed at those students wishing to pursue a University of Plymouth MBA programme or MSc in Oil and Gas Management programme but who do not possess the entry qualifications required for direct admission. The programme aims to introduce students to four fundamental management subjects to provide a foundation of knowledge that will enable them to adequately engage with the modules on a masters programme in management. In addition, the programme introduces course members to the notion of academic research through a assessed research methodology module and the completion of a supervised management research project.
Programme Structure
The Masters Foundation programme comprises six taught modules and a project and is studied full-time. The programme runs over one academic year (two semesters) and course members study four modules in their first semester and one module in the second semester together with the research project.
Assessment
Each module will be assessed by means of one written assignment and one written examination. The project of 10,000 words will assessed by each student’s supervisor.
Proceeding on to a Postgraduate Qualification
Those course members completing the Masters Foundation programme at an appropriate level can proceed to a University of Plymouth MBA or MSc in Oil & Gas Management programme at Greenwich School of Management.
Tuition
There are lectures and tutorials in all modules and the learning process is augmented by participation in case studies and group work. This allows course members to understand the theoretical concepts of management by applying them to business problems in the real world.
Modes of attendance
The Greenwich School of Management Masters Foundation Programme can be studied full time only for two semesters (8 months)
Starting Dates
The Masters Foundation Programme has enrolment dates in February, June and October each year.
Programme Fee
Exam Fees
Exam registration - £10 per exam
Candidates will be expected to possess either a degree or equivalent academic qualification or a professional qualification, for example a Certificate in Management Studies, and have at least two years relevant work experience. Candidates without these qualifications will be considered on their merits. All candidates should possess a good command of written and spoken English. International students should possess an IELTS English language qualification with a score of not less than 6.
How to make an application
To make an application you must send us the following information:
- Your completed GSoM Application Form - Application forms are available in your prospectus pack or you can click here to complete the form online.
If you need any help or advice before completing the application form please write to or telephone the School and speak to a counsellor who will advise you.
- The GSoM International Student Declaration Form - If you require a Student Visa to study in the UK you will be required to complete this form. Click here to download a copy of the International Student Declaration Form.
- Copies of your qualifications as listed on your application form.
- Your CV / Resume detailing your educational and professional achievements.
- A Reference from a place of study or an employer. - References must be on letterhead paper, signed and dated by your referee.
- A photocopy of the relevant pages of your passport. - For example front cover, personal details page and any pages indicating relevant visas or migration stamps.
- The Application Fee of £130. - This can be paid by cheque or postal order made payable to ‘Greenwich School of Management Ltd’. Credit / Debit Card, or by Bank Transfer (click here for the GSoM account details). The application fee is entirely refundable should you not be accepted.
Send the above to the Admissions Department at GSoM either by post or email:
Email: admissions@greenwich-college.ac.uk
Admissions
Greenwich School of Management
Royal Hill
Greenwich
London
SE10 8RD
To email your application, scan and attach your documentation and arrange the application fee payment as above. If you wish you can submit an application in person.
Registration
On receipt of your application form and enclosures the
School will assess your application and:
- Accept your application if you are qualified for the
programme. (If you are not qualified the School
may suggest an alternative programme that suits
your needs and qualifications).
- Forward to you an acceptance letter and statement
of fees. These letters will inform you of the date
that you should enrol and the duration and cost of
the programme.
Enrolment
- You should arrive at Greenwich School of
Management on the date specified on your
acceptance letter.
- You will be expected to pay your tuition fees on or
before enrolment.
Programme Modules
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Human Resource Management
Module Description
The role of management in organisations; the planning and decision making process, and managerial accountability and responsibility; the structure and design of organisations; the change process and identification of the social and ethical responsibilities of organisations and management. Problems of human motivation and methods of improving performance at work; human resource planning including recruitment and performance appraisal; the causes of conflict; the interrelationship between corporate cultures and methods of managing human resources; the impact on all management functions of good human relations.
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Financial Analysis
Module Description
The importance of both financial and managerial accounting methodology; information in managerial decision-making; techniques and terminology applied to the structure of the company accounts and business transactions with particular emphasis on assessing profit and asset valuation; interpreting and analysing published financial statements; the internal managerial accounting requirements for effective decision-making, planning and control. The management problems of raising and deploying capital within the organisation; the appraisal of investment and measurement of profitability; international financial management issues; capital budgeting and risk analysis.
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Marketing Strategy
Module Description
Nature of markets and segments; defining and measuring potential in different segments; need for market information; relating market research and marketing planning; market selection; evaluating overseas markets; technology and changes in market potential; life cycles in markets. Formulating and evaluating marketing strategy; product policy; relationship with non-marketing management functions; identifying the environment and its effects on performance; use of promotional techniques; pricing, selling, packaging and servicing; distribution; relating performance in different segments.
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Information Systems Management
Module Description
Nature and importance of information systems; scope of hardware and software and methods of selection; databases and their use for management information; use of spreadsheets; management implications of information technology; data security; integrating data; managing the system. Nature and scope of business decisions; decision making with computers; scope and limitations of quantitative decisions; market entry decisions; resource allocation and opportunity cost; relating decision making to changes in the business environment; investment decision and appraisal; operational decisions; information requirements.
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Research Methodology and Project Planning
Module Description
Nature and purpose of business research; problems of identifying research methods; methods of writing a research proposal; features of the literature review; planning a literature search; evaluating literature; the critical review; the research design; different approaches to research; nature and scope of secondary data; sources of data and references; evaluation of secondary data; limits of secondary data; sampling for primary data; observation, interview, semi-structured and in depth interviews; collecting data by questionnaires; questionnaire design; presenting and analysing data; identifying trends and significant relationships; qualitative data and its reliability; methods of presenting a project report; structuring, referencing and bibliography.
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Project (10,000 words)
A major skill relevant to business organisations is that of managing projects. It frequently entails using teams in which individual responsibilities need to be coordinated to ensure that objectives are met. The module explores the basis of an effective planning process through the appropriate scheduling of resources to demonstrate skills in the preparation of a research project. The project should focus upon a particular business problem or opportunity. Typically, course members will choose a case study and make a critical appraisal in the light of related business theories. The benefit of this study is that it provides a real possibility that the conclusions of the project could make a contribution to business efficiency.
