Credits: 6
Schedule: 28.01.2019 - 15.02.2019
Learning Outcomes (valid 01.08.2018-31.07.2020):
Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to:
1) understand the principles and processes of management consultancy, 2) employ analytical frameworks when approaching business opportunities and challenges, 3) develop, conduct, and integrate secondary research with primary research, 4) understand the value of effective communication in business consulting and 5) develop and improve skills in report writing, time management, negotiation, and project management.
Content (valid 01.08.2018-31.07.2020):
The focus of this course is on the nature and role of business consulting, along with specific issues common to business consulting. It is an applied course in which students act as consultants for businesses that may have an international focus and have identified a problem or opportunity that needs solving. Specific attention is given to understanding and developing the unique skills required for entering the consulting profession. The course develops competencies and skills in problem diagnosis, solution development, solution communication and solution implementation.
- Teacher: Birdthistle Naomi