On this top-up year, you will take a range of advanced modules that look at current marketing methods and contemporary business issues, such as contemporary advertising, e-business and marketing strategy and planning. Hands-on learning will go alongside more conventional teaching methods like lectures and seminars on this course. You’ll be put in a range of scenarios, such as assuming the role of an international marketing manager, strengthening your expertise in the areas employers want. You’ll get to mix and collaborate with students on other marketing courses and exchange different ideas and experiences.
This exciting programme will give you a thorough grasp of current theory and practice relating to the management of human resources and employment relations. Teaching and Assessment Teaching As a research intensive university, international level research findings by Brunel Business School tutors are regularly used in student lectures. Tutors on this programme are leaders in the field of HR and active researchers within the school’s Human Resource Management and Organization Behaviour Research Group (HRM - OB). Examples of tutor research used in MSc Human Resources & Employment Relations include: Professor Neil Anderson Professor Anderson provides several of his seminal review papers, empirical studies, and theoretical models for consideration by the students and additional readings are also provided. Students are asked to present back in small groups, having critically assessed research findings for themselves. As the findings are both confirmatory and non-confirmatory, the ensuing debate is used to improve their understanding of whether high-performance HRM practices do indeed contribute to organisational performance and profitability. Professor Anderson is also an Academic CIPD Fellow. Professor Mustafa Ozbilgin The programme’s Global Diversity Management module is designed around Professor Ozbilgin’s research in diversity management in multi-national organisations within the public private and voluntary sectors. In particular, Professor Ozbilgin’s book Global Diversity Management: An Evidence Based Approach (2008) co-authored with Dr Ahu Tatli is used as the core text on the module. The book is the only empirical research based text in the field, and provides original field work on diversity management that spreads across eight years. Other Business School research by Professor Ozbilgin is used for the practice of literature reviews. Further to this Professor Ozbilgin is Academic CIPD Fellow and regularly uses CIPD reports that he has co-authored. Students also receive case studies and case reports by the tutor.
This Train the Trainer course has been designed to empower managers to assist and guide their team to their stated targets and beyond. Training, coaching and mentoring are all vital components in the make-up of a good manager and this course defines a structure and delivery style to a training programme which is going to be effective.
Prepare for doctoral work in the fields of strategic management, marketing, operations and technology management, or organisational behaviour. This 9-month, specialist research MPhil is ideal for those intending to continue to a PhD and career in academia. The MPhil in Strategy, Marketing, Operations and Organisational Behaviour (SMOOB) gives you the foundational knowledge and skills you need to:
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the International Career Institute prepares students to be excellent business leaders. Graduates will gain the important skills and competitive advantage needed to succeed. Graduates usually receive a total return on investment within one year of graduation. This may result from a new position that recognises the achievement of becoming an MBA graduate or a higher-paying offer.
A manager's effectiveness depends on the manager! This 2 day course provides a unique opportunity for a manager, or aspiring supervisor / manager, to step back and critically review how they manage and lead others. The review is very interactive and the course content very practical. Each delegate will receive feedback on the way they manage, which is done in a supportive, confidential and safe environment. Each delegate will prepare a personal action plan, which is both challenged and supported by other delegates.
Postgraduate Certificate in Management offers students the most current and relevant topics in business today, delivered by a group of lecturers with extensive professional exposure in different areas of management. The course focuses on the importance of management as one of the most relevant elements in ensuring business success.
Develop the advanced knowledge and skills you need to implement, manage and evaluate marketing strategies in today’s globally connected yet volatile economy. As a discipline, marketing has experienced a steep learning curve in the face of recent economic shifts. This means the in-depth market research, data analysis, strategic planning and management skills of this Master’s degree have never been more vital to delivering business success.
A key element of this course is the focus on the practical application of digital marketing and social media marketing tools to set up and maintain a presence in the digital and social world. You will learn how to plan, coordinate, deliver, and test digital and social media marketing campaigns and set targets to monitor the success of these campaigns. A key focus of the course will be the interaction and creative thinking that delegates will partake in, designing creative campaigns and innovative solutions for digital and social media.
The GGSB MSc in Finance builds a strong foundation in the theory and practice of making financial decisions in an international environment, so its ideal for students aiming to work at a senior level in banking, financial services and corporate finance. The programme is designed and awarded by the Grenoble Graduate School of Business (GGSB) and is delivered in partnership with LSBF.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Brand Management is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of product branding and marketing communications, with particular focus on the latest trends in ‘luxury’ branding.
The main objective of a Postgraduate Certificate in Finance is to empower you with the confidence to progress into a career in the finance industry or to move to a higher academic challenge such as an MSc in Finance. You can pursue your own interests for career and business development by choosing from our growing portfolio of short courses.
BA in Luxury, Fashion Business and Marketing prepares students for a successful career in the prosperous industries of luxury and fashion. Over the duration of the course, students have the opportunity to increase their knowledge in subjects vital to breaking the industry. These include: accounting, company and labour law, marketing and international business. Students will also develop an in-depth understanding of these industries operate on a global basis. LCCA is closely associated with Mod¿Art in Paris, giving students the opportunity to learn French, either at beginner or intermediate level. London and Paris are complementary fashion capitals of the world, meaning students can find inspiration in two cities. LCCA staff are also experts in their fields, who draw from a wealth of industry knowledge and fascinating insights to pass onto students.
The worlds best luxury brands and fashion houses rely on business vision as much as creative talent. This specialised 2-year course provides the vital business skills you need to help shape the most recognised names, in some of the most exclusive sectors. Equipped with an in-depth understanding of the integral principles of business and of the Fashion, Design, and Luxury sectors, you will stand out in a highly competitive field.
Modern organisations are increasingly on the lookout for hybrid managers. Individuals that can combine the skill sets of a management consultant and a project manager will always be a first choice candidate. A key element of this programme is a focus on the practical application of management consulting and project management tools to resolve issues, generate value, maximise growth and improve business performance for clients and organisations.
This is a dedicated specialist programme designed to foster strategic thinking and develop the skillset required to build, measure, and manage strong brands. This strategic brand management course aims to provide delegates with an in-depth insight into the importance of brand equity and the customer experience, and how best to maintain it.
The Management Development Programme (MDP) is a fast paced intensive programme dedicated to the latest techniques and trends in the core areas of management and finance. It has been developed taking into consideration the new challenges faced in the corporate world, along with the continuous
The MA in Fashion Retail and Luxury Management programme merges aspects retail and management, resulting in students gaining practical knowledge and skills in more than one discipline. From analysis of the fashion system to the study of marketing techniques, the content of this programme will provide students with an extremely thorough understanding of the industry. The course also looks closely at fashion as a cultural, social and historical system characterised by ever-evolving trends.
The Fashion Styling and Forecasting course at LCCA teaches you about the cyclical nature of the fashion industry. You will understand why fashion forecasting is used by companies and it influences the fashion industry. You will also be taught the basics of fashion styling. Editorial shoots, look-book shoots and personal styling will all be explored during the course.
This course is a combination of lectures, practical workshops and visits to exhibitions, you will learn how to restyle existing garments and create a specific look for a fashion shoot, as well as how to photograph in a digital studio and on location. Working individually and in teams, you will develop your own ideas and create a fashion photo-shoot from concept to execution, producing customised garments along the way to reflect different themes.