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MBA835Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Managerial Problem Solving

This course, Managerial Problem Solving, is designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in management. It explores the nature of management, problem-solving methodologies, and decision-making processes within organizations. The course also emphasizes the importance of communication and team building for effective management. Students will learn to identify, analyze, and solve managerial problems, make informed decisions, and foster effective teamwork.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
ManagementProblem SolvingDecision MakingCommunicationTeam Building

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

Nature of Management

2

Problem-Solving Methodologies

3

Decision-Making Processes

4

Communication Strategies

5

Team Building Techniques

6

Conflict Management

Total Topics6 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 assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Project Manager

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Business Analyst

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Management Consultant

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Team Leader

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Operations Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ConsultingHealthcare ManagementFinancial ServicesTechnologyManufacturing

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

8h

Unit 1: The Nature of Management and Managerial Work

4 study hours
  • •Read the unit's introduction to understand the nature of management and managerial work.
  • •Define management and describe the management process.
  • •Discuss the elements of managerial activity and the skills needed by managers.

Unit 2: Values of Management: Is Management an Art or Science?

4 study hours
  • •State the values of management and distinguish management from administration.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of science and art, and classify management accordingly.
  • •Reflect on the differences in behavior among human beings.
Week
2

Module 1:

8h

Unit 3: Management vs Administration and the Environment Factors of the Manager

4 study hours
  • •Explain the relationship between Management and Administration.
  • •List the external environmental factors of the manager and describe them.
  • •Analyze the impact of environmental factors on managerial decisions.

Unit 4: Management Objectives and Management Skills

4 study hours
  • •List organizational objectives and discuss features of business.
  • •Explain management skills and their importance in achieving organizational goals.
  • •Analyze the characteristics of a good management objective.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Forecasting and Planning

4 study hours
  • •Define forecasting and planning, and describe the steps in planning.
  • •List the advantages and limitations of planning.
  • •Understand the relationship between planning and decision-making.
Week
4

Module 2:

8h

Unit 1: The Meaning and Nature of Managerial Problem

4 study hours
  • •Define a problem and explain the nature of Managerial Problems.
  • •Identify situations that alert managers to problems.
  • •Differentiate between structured, unstructured, and crisis problems.

Unit 2: Steps to Solving Mamagerial Problems

4 study hours
  • •Define Problem Solving and understand the Problem Solving steps.
  • •Apply the Problem-Solving Model to analyze situations and generate solutions.
  • •Evaluate the criteria for selecting the best alternative.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Managerial Decision Making

4 study hours
  • •Define decision and decision-making.
  • •Understand types of decisions and differentiate decision-making models.
  • •Understand decision-making steps and apply them to managerial scenarios.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 4: Individual and Group Decision Making

4 study hours
  • •Understand the factors which act as influences on individual decision-making.
  • •Explain how decisions are made in a group.
  • •Compare and contrast individual decision-making and group decision-making.
Week
7

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Meaning and Nature of Effective Communication

4 study hours
  • •Define communication and explain the concept of effective communication.
  • •Describe at least five barriers to effective communication.
  • •Explain the stages of communicating and their importance.
Week
8

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Organisational Communication

4 study hours
  • •Explain organizational communication and differentiate between formal and informal organizational communications.
  • •Analyze the factors influencing organizational communication.
  • •Understand the flow of communication within an organization.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Team Building

4 study hours
  • •Define team and understand the characteristics of work teams.
  • •Identify the types of teams found in organizations.
  • •Recognize the qualities of a team leader.
Week
10

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 4 TEAM COHESIVENESS AND MANAGEMENT OF TEAM CONFLICT

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the stages of team development and team cohesiveness.
  • •Understand team norms development and ways of controlling behavior.
  • •Learn how to manage team conflict effectively.
Week
11

Module 1:

6h

Module 1 Review

6 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 1.
  • •Focus on the nature of management, values, and environmental factors.
  • •Practice applying management skills to real-world scenarios.
Week
12

Module 2:

6h

Module 2 Review

6 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 2.
  • •Focus on problem-solving models and decision-making processes.
  • •Practice case studies involving managerial problems and decision-making.
Week
13

Module 3:

6h

Module 3 Review

6 study hours
  • •Review all units from Module 3.
  • •Focus on communication, team building, and conflict management.
  • •Practice effective communication techniques and team-building exercises.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking problem-solving models (Units 2-3) to real-world case studies.

2

Practice decision-making scenarios from Units 3-4 weekly, evaluating different alternatives.

3

Review communication strategies from Unit 1, focusing on overcoming barriers and ensuring clarity.

4

Apply team-building techniques from Unit 3 to hypothetical team projects, identifying potential conflicts.

5

Summarize key points from each module, focusing on practical applications and examples.

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