Module Code: H7IRM
Long Title Introduction to Retail Management
Title Introduction to Retail Management
Module Level: LEVEL 7
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: DAVE CORMACK
Module Author: DAVE CORMACK
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Employ the principles of effective management in a modern business environment
LO2 Explain and examine the process of planning and basic principles of managing strategy.
LO3 Outline the foundations of organisational structure and implications of structural choices.
LO4 Demonstrate the skills to instigate change management principles and practices in an organisational setting
LO5 Recognise the importance of Control and how it can be achieved.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Introduction to Management and Managers
Defining Management. Differentiating types of managers, their roles and responsibilities How the managers job is changing.
Functions of the Retail Manager
• Staffing • Directing • Training • Motivating Employees • Communication • Employee Scheduling
Planning and Strategy
The importance of planning. The difficulties of planning. A framework for planning. Examining the purpose of the organisation: the Mission. The Business Environment and the tools applied in assessing the environment. Differing types of strategies and levels of strategy. Implementation of plans and the problems of implementation. Evaluation and feedback.
Foundations of Organisational Structure
The importance of organisational structure. Key elements in designing organisational structure. Mechanistic and Organic structures. Contingency factors influencing structure. Implications of differing structural choices.
Contemporary Organisational Structures
Organising for integration, collaboration, and innovation. Boundaryless (Networked / Virtual) Organisations. The Flexible Firm and Contingent Workforce. Issues with contemporary organisation for employees and employers.
Core Organisational Functions
Overview of key concepts in the functional areas of: 1. Marketing; 2. HRM; 3. Finance and Accounting.
Control
The importance of Control. The Control Process. Controlling Employee Performance. Controlling Organisational Performance. Feedforward / Concurrent / Feedback Control The Balanced Scorecard. Issues with Control.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Assessment50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Assignment % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
The assignment involves investigating a management issue or theory, and would draw on a range of Learning Outcomes. The range of Learning Outcomes focused on may vary with the management issue under investigation. For example, the assessment could involve investigating and examining the strategy and structure of an organisation.
End of Module Assessment
Assessment Type: Terminal Exam % of total: 50
Assessment Date: End-of-Semester Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
An examination that draws on a all of the learning outcomes from the module. The duration of the exam is 2 hours in length. The paper will be a combination of short answer questions, and questions that require an essay style response.
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Robbins, S.P., and Coulter, M.. (2014), Management, 12th Global Edition. 1; 8; 9; 11; 12; 10.,, Pearson, Harlow, Essex.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Mullins, L.J., with Gill, C.. (2013), Management and Organisational Behaviour, 10th Edition. FT Prentice Hall, Harlow, Essex.
  • G. A. Cole, and P. Kelly. (2015), Management Theory and Practice, 8th Edition. International Thomson Business Press, Andover.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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