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BUS106Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Element of Management II

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and techniques of management in both private and public enterprises. It covers essential management functions such as planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. The course also explores key aspects of decision-making, communication, and ethical considerations in business. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of management theories and practices, preparing them for effective roles in various organizational settings.

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200h
Study Time
13
Weeks
15h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
ManagementPlanningOrganizingDirectingControlling

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Evolution of Management Theory

2

Management Functions

3

Decision Making

4

Organizational Planning

5

Controlling

6

Communication

7

Leadership

8

Staffing

9

Motivation

10

Forecasting

11

Delegation

12

Social Responsibility

Total Topics12 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Business Manager

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Project Manager

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Human Resources Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Operations Manager

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Management Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ManufacturingServiceRetailHealthcareEducation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Course Guide

2h

Course Guide

2 study hours
  • •Read the course guide to understand the course objectives, structure, and assessment methods.
  • •Familiarize yourself with the course materials, including study units, textbooks, and assignment files.
Week
2

Module 1:

8h

Unit 1: Evolution of Management Theory

4 study hours
  • •Study the evolution of management theory from pre-industrial to modern approaches.
  • •Analyze the contributions of key figures like Frederick Taylor, Charles Babbage, and Henri Fayol.
  • •Discuss the scientific management movement and its impact on employee productivity.

Unit 2: Management Functions and Behaviour

4 study hours
  • •Define management as a concept and differentiate between management as an art and as a science.
  • •State and explain the principles of management, including unity of command and division of labor.
  • •Discuss organizational goals and objectives, including their characteristics and advantages.
Week
3

Module 1:

5h

Unit 3: Decision making in Business

5 study hours
  • •Define decision making and identify the process involved.
  • •Classify decisions based on certainty, risk, and uncertainty.
  • •Highlight the stages in decision making, including goal formulation and implementation.
Week
4

Module 1:

5h

Unit 4: Planning

5 study hours
  • •Define organizational planning and discuss the six P's of planning.
  • •List and explain the characteristics, contributions, and benefits of planning.
  • •Explain the problems and limitations in planning, resistance to change, and provision of contingency plans.
Week
5

Module 1:

5h

Unit 5: Controlling Function

5 study hours
  • •Define control and describe managerial control.
  • •List the requirements and characteristics for an effective control system.
  • •Discuss the control process and highlight the types of managerial control.
Week
6

Module 2:

8h

Unit 1: Organizing

4 study hours
  • •Define organization and list the kinds of organization.
  • •Differentiate between formal and informal organization.
  • •Describe organization charts, structure, line, and staff organization.

Unit 2: Communication

4 study hours
  • •Define communication and state the objectives of communication.
  • •Examine the communication process model and describe superior-subordinate communication.
  • •Discuss oral and written communication and explain communication grapevines.
Week
7

Module 2:

5h

Unit 3: Directing and Leading Function

5 study hours
  • •Describe the factors that enhance the quality of performance in an organization.
  • •Define and discuss leadership, listing and describing the types and traits of leadership.
  • •Highlight and discuss the theories of leadership and describe leadership styles.
Week
8

Module 2:

5h

Unit 4: Staffing Function

5 study hours
  • •Define staffing and discuss human resources planning.
  • •Highlight the staffing process and expatiate on selection.
  • •Describe retention and point out the importance of training and development in an organization.
Week
9

Module 2:

5h

Unit 5: Recruitment and Selection

5 study hours
  • •Define recruitment and selection and list the subsystems of recruitment.
  • •Describe the complexity of the functions of recruitment and state what is meant by recruitment policy.
  • •Discuss the impact of personnel policies on recruitment and differentiate between centralized and decentralized recruitment.
Week
10

Module 3:

8h

Unit 1: Employee Training and Development

4 study hours
  • •Discuss employee training and development, listing and explaining the conditions requiring training.
  • •State the objectives of training and how to determine training needs.
  • •Discuss the importance of qualified manpower and management development.

Unit 2: Motivation

4 study hours
  • •Define motivation and list and discuss the hierarchy of needs as propounded by Abraham Maslow.
  • •Explain Herzberg's two-factor theory of motivation.
  • •Distinguish between Maslow, McClelland, and Herzberg's theories of motivation.
Week
11

Module 3:

5h

Unit 3: Forecasting

5 study hours
  • •Define forecasting and explain why forecasting is necessary.
  • •Discuss the importance of forecasting and list and explain the various forecasting techniques.
Week
12

Module 3:

5h

Unit 4: Delegation and Decentralisation of Authority

5 study hours
  • •Define delegation and decentralization.
  • •List and discuss the key principles of delegation.
  • •Explain the reasons why people fail to delegate and how to combat the barriers to delegation.
Week
13

Module 3:

5h

Unit 5: Social Responsibility

5 study hours
  • •Define and explain social responsibility.
  • •List and discuss the areas of social responsibility.
  • •Give reasons why social responsibility is being neglected and discuss the role of Nigerian entrepreneurs in social responsibility.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units and focus on key concepts and definitions.

2

Practice applying management theories to case studies.

3

Create summaries and concept maps for each module.

4

Review and understand all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and feedback.

5

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra time for difficult units.

6

Practice answering past exam questions under timed conditions.

7

Form study groups to discuss and clarify challenging topics.

8

Focus on understanding the relationships between different management functions.

9

Review key terms and definitions from the glossary.

10

Practice decision-making scenarios and problem-solving exercises.

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