Course overview
The roles and responsibilities of managers are increasingly demanding with managers being expected to take on a variety of tasks in a constantly changing world.
This course concentrates on the key skills needed by managers in order to effectively manage their workforce. You look at the role of a manager, key human resource management processes, effective communication, and managing performance and change.
Summer university
Start date: Starts Monday 2 June, Mondays and Wednesdays for 4 weeks, 6.00pm-9.00pm
You can study up to 30 credits at Summer University and you can select up to three modules on the same application form. If you would like to add a module later, or change one of your choices, then please email summer.university@tees.ac.uk.
Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. If you are applying for an online course and are under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment, you must provide a completed parental consent form. You can download the
parental consent form and send to
summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.
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Where you study
Middlesbrough campus
Course details
What you study
- stakeholder analysis, influence and needs
- the role of the manager
- managing performance
- problem solving
- managing change
- change resistance and change management tools and techniques
- reflection and its application.
How you are assessed
You are given formative feedback through class-based case studies, discussion groups and other practical activities.
Your summative assessment is a 1,500 word assignment (100%). You produce a report on how you manage performance or manage change within your work role. This includes a 300 word piece of self reflection on your learning.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
International applicants must have an IELTS overall score of 5.5 or higher.
Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. If you are applying for an online course and are under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment, you must provide a completed parental consent form. You can download the
parental consent form and send to
summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.
