http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/category.php?id=4 This RSS feed contains a list of all the courses in the category Business and Management on LearningSpace Moodle en-gb http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:21:37 GMT Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:21:37 GMT 2010-02-09T12:21:37Z The Open University en-gb Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=Y159_3 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:55:39 GMT This unit provides you with a set of ideas for developing your approach to managing your own work – what we might call ‘self-management’. In order to do this, we will examine some of the key processes of management decision making – allocating time, staff, physical and financial resources: prioritising and problem solving and monitoring performance. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=Y159_3 Understanding management: I'm managing thank you! Business and Management analysis managing_resources managing_time writing_skills This unit provides you with a set of ideas for developing your approach to managing your own work – what we might call ‘self-management’. In order to do this, we will examine some of the key processes of management decision making – allocating time, staff, physical and financial resources: prioritising and problem solving and monitoring performance. The Open University The Open University Course text/html Y159_3 Understanding management - Y159 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01Y159 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_1 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:22:25 GMT Marketing means different things to different people. How do you decide who to aim a campaign at? If you already have a background in marketing, this unit will improve your understanding of market orientation and (going to market). It also assesses the importance of managing key internal and external relationships. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_1 The market-led organisation Business and Management customers managing marketing market_led organisation Marketing means different things to different people. How do you decide who to aim a campaign at? If you already have a background in marketing, this unit will improve your understanding of market orientation and (going to market). It also assesses the importance of managing key internal and external relationships. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B700_1 Markets perspective - B700 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B700 http://labspace.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=2471 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B624_1 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:26:06 GMT Do you find fundraising difficult? Are others around you making your role as a fundraiser more difficult than it need be? This unit will help you to understand your role by analysing a variety of issues about the fundraising and the dilemmas and problems that organisations involved in winning resources and support are likely to face. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B624_1 Managing relationships Business and Management critical_thinking customers fundraising management organisations relationships resources stakeholders Do you find fundraising difficult? Are others around you making your role as a fundraiser more difficult than it need be? This unit will help you to understand your role by analysing a variety of issues about the fundraising and the dilemmas and problems that organisations involved in winning resources and support are likely to face. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B624_1 You and your organisation - B624/B625 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B624 http://labspace.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=2447 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B680_1 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:25:31 GMT Revenue, profit and loss, balance sheets – are these accounting terms that intimidate you? This unit will help you to understand the very basics of accounting, from its historical beginnings to the objectives of modern day accountants. You will learn how an accountant in business balances conflicting demands to maximise market share and profit. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B680_1 Introduction to the context of accounting Business and Management accounting balance_sheets data_processing information loss objectives profit revenue summarisation system Revenue, profit and loss, balance sheets – are these accounting terms that intimidate you? This unit will help you to understand the very basics of accounting, from its historical beginnings to the objectives of modern day accountants. You will learn how an accountant in business balances conflicting demands to maximise market share and profit. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B680_1 Certificate in accounting - B680 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B680 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B615_1 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:15:03 GMT Does the recruitment and selection process fill you with dread? Discrimination and equal opportunities legislation can make this area feel like a minefield. If you are faced with appointing a new employee, then this unit will provide a straight-forward guide to the process: from writing job descriptions to finally assessing who to appoint. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B615_1 Human resources: recruitment and selection Business and Management equal_opportunities hr human_resources job legislation recruitment selection skills staff Does the recruitment and selection process fill you with dread? Discrimination and equal opportunities legislation can make this area feel like a minefield. If you are faced with appointing a new employee, then this unit will provide a straight-forward guide to the process: from writing job descriptions to finally assessing who to appoint. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B615_1 The professional certificate in management - B615 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B615 http://labspace.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=2447 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B120_1 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:45:26 GMT Disney and Google are just two companies renowned for their ‘business culture’. Have you ever wondered why the company you work for is different from others? This unit explores how the concept of culture developed to the point where it is now possible to see and (feel) the difference between companies. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B120_1 An introduction to business cultures Business and Management business culture factor hofstede perspective symbol Disney and Google are just two companies renowned for their ‘business culture’. Have you ever wondered why the company you work for is different from others? This unit explores how the concept of culture developed to the point where it is now possible to see and (feel) the difference between companies. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B120_1 An introduction to business studies - B120 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B120 http://labspace.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=2470 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B201_1 Mon, 11 May 2009 12:11:16 GMT We know that culture guides the way people behave in society as a whole. But culture also plays a key role in organisations, which have their own unique set of values, beliefs and ways of doing business. This unit explores the concepts of national and organisational culture and the factors that influence both. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B201_1 Business organisations and their environments: culture Business and Management culture norms society values We know that culture guides the way people behave in society as a whole. But culture also plays a key role in organisations, which have their own unique set of values, beliefs and ways of doing business. This unit explores the concepts of national and organisational culture and the factors that influence both. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B201_1 Business organisations and their environments - B201 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B201 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=BU130_1 Mon, 11 May 2009 11:59:14 GMT What is your experience of work and what did you learn from this experience? This unit will enable you to reflect upon what you have learned from work and support you in improving how you learn at work. It will encourage you to think critically about work-based learning and review your own professional knowledge and skills. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=BU130_1 Working life and learning Business and Management What is your experience of work and what did you learn from this experience? This unit will enable you to reflect upon what you have learned from work and support you in improving how you learn at work. It will encourage you to think critically about work-based learning and review your own professional knowledge and skills. The Open University The Open University Course text/html BU130_1 Working and learning: Developing effective performance at work - BU130 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01BU130 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B625_2 Mon, 11 May 2009 11:36:01 GMT Legacy fundraising, big-gift seeking are all part of the professional fundraiser's role. This unit will help you to gain the skills necessary to persuade individuals to become donors. How do you change people's ideas about methods of giving, moving them from casual street donations to regular direct debit giving? http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B625_2 Building relationships with donors Business and Management charity contribution donor fundraiser Legacy fundraising, big-gift seeking are all part of the professional fundraiser's role. This unit will help you to gain the skills necessary to persuade individuals to become donors. How do you change people's ideas about methods of giving, moving them from casual street donations to regular direct debit giving? The Open University The Open University Course text/html B625_2 B625 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B625 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_4 Mon, 11 May 2009 11:34:47 GMT Day-to-day monitoring of a project is essential to ensure that work is progressing according to the plan, and it will often be necessary to review and revise the plan as circumstances change. This unit will introduce some of the key techniques that help managers to monitor and control projects, and consider what approaches work best in particular circumstances. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_4 Implementing the project Business and Management project_plan Day-to-day monitoring of a project is essential to ensure that work is progressing according to the plan, and it will often be necessary to review and revise the plan as circumstances change. This unit will introduce some of the key techniques that help managers to monitor and control projects, and consider what approaches work best in particular circumstances. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_4 Fundamentals of senior management - B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3260 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3358 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3325 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3324 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_2 Mon, 11 May 2009 11:00:09 GMT Operations management is one of the central functions of all organisations whether producing goods or services, or in the private, public or voluntary sectors. This unit will provide you with a basic framework for understanding this function and discusses the role of operations managers, in particular the importance of focusing on suppliers and customers. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_2 Understanding operations management Business and Management customers management marketing operations operations_manager operations_system suppliers Operations management is one of the central functions of all organisations whether producing goods or services, or in the private, public or voluntary sectors. This unit will provide you with a basic framework for understanding this function and discusses the role of operations managers, in particular the importance of focusing on suppliers and customers. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B700_2 Managing performance and change - B700 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B700 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=GSG_5 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:07:26 GMT The power of graphics should not the underestimated. They can express information clearly and simply. This unit will help you to assess which style of graphic to use in different situations. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=GSG_5 Effective ways of displaying information Business and Management charts diagrams graphs matrices The power of graphics should not the underestimated. They can express information clearly and simply. This unit will help you to assess which style of graphic to use in different situations. The Open University The Open University Course text/html GSG_5 The Manager's Good Study Guide - GSG en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B324_1 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:04:26 GMT Never before have social issues been more at the centre of public and private debate. From concerns about sustainability and the future of the planet to the introduction of smoking bans, there is a growing recognition that social marketing has a role to play in achieving a wide range of social goals. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B324_1 Social marketing Business and Management advertising health marketing social_issues social_marketing Never before have social issues been more at the centre of public and private debate. From concerns about sustainability and the future of the planet to the introduction of smoking bans, there is a growing recognition that social marketing has a role to play in achieving a wide range of social goals. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B324_1 Marketing and society - B324 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B324 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_PM Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:10:19 GMT This unit is based upon a case study scenario – it simulates the experience of moving around an organisation, talking to people, and looking at organisational documents. Many managers find that they are required to manage projects. In this unit we aim to help you work through a series of tasks associated with a project set in a realistic context and give you experience of grappling with the issues that arise in managing a project. The unit takes a problem-based learning approach and you work through a series of tasks drawing on case study materials and project management resources that describe approaches that have proven effective in managing projects. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_PM Project management Business and Management multimedia organisation project_management tools This unit is based upon a case study scenario – it simulates the experience of moving around an organisation, talking to people, and looking at organisational documents. Many managers find that they are required to manage projects. In this unit we aim to help you work through a series of tasks associated with a project set in a realistic context and give you experience of grappling with the issues that arise in managing a project. The unit takes a problem-based learning approach and you work through a series of tasks drawing on case study materials and project management resources that describe approaches that have proven effective in managing projects. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_PM B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B821_2 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:04:39 GMT How do financial markets match providers with users, and how efficiently does the market determine prices? Can investors rely on notoriously volatile stock markets to function efficiently? It can be difficult to determine whether successful investments are a matter of skill and luck. In this unit, you will interrogate whether markets can function efficiently, and what factors might militate against this. You will also learn the importance of the Efficient Markets Hypothesis. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B821_2 The financial markets context Business and Management efficient_market finance financial_market market_context risk risk_averse uncertainty How do financial markets match providers with users, and how efficiently does the market determine prices? Can investors rely on notoriously volatile stock markets to function efficiently? It can be difficult to determine whether successful investments are a matter of skill and luck. In this unit, you will interrogate whether markets can function efficiently, and what factors might militate against this. You will also learn the importance of the Efficient Markets Hypothesis. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B821_2 Investment risk - B821_2 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B821 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B821_1 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:00:26 GMT Risk, in a financial context, is a synonym for uncertainty. This unit will allow those with some background knowledge of the area to explore investment risk. You will examine how and why investors are risk-averse and look at the risk factors involved in making a decision to invest. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B821_1 Investment risk Business and Management finance investment_risk risk risk_averse shares(s) Risk, in a financial context, is a synonym for uncertainty. This unit will allow those with some background knowledge of the area to explore investment risk. You will examine how and why investors are risk-averse and look at the risk factors involved in making a decision to invest. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B821_1 Financial strategy - B821 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B821 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html/ Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=Y159_2 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:48:44 GMT Have you ever wondered what ‘management’ means? What kinds of ideas and activities are involved? What or who makes a good manager? Or a bad one? This unit provides a taste of the Open University's Understanding management course which could point you towards some of the answers to these questions. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=Y159_2 Understanding management Business and Management business management manager Have you ever wondered what ‘management’ means? What kinds of ideas and activities are involved? What or who makes a good manager? Or a bad one? This unit provides a taste of the Open University's Understanding management course which could point you towards some of the answers to these questions. The Open University The Open University Course text/html Y159_2 Understanding Management - Y159 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01Y159 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_2 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:31:08 GMT Gantt charts, critical path analysis, SMART objectives and estimation skills are just some of the topics covered in this unit to help you understand how to plan for a project. You will gain an appreciation of the range of planning techniques available and the situations in which it is appropriate to use them. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_2 Planning a project Business and Management Gantt charts, critical path analysis, SMART objectives and estimation skills are just some of the topics covered in this unit to help you understand how to plan for a project. You will gain an appreciation of the range of planning techniques available and the situations in which it is appropriate to use them. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_2 Fundamentals of senior management - B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3260 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3325 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3360 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3324 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=LIB_2 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:43:42 GMT This unit will help you to identify and use information in business and management, whether for your work, study or personal purposes. Experiment with some of the key resources in this subject area, and learn about the skills which will enable you to plan searches for information, so you can find what you are looking for more easily. Discover the meaning of information quality, and learn how to evaluate the information you come across. You will also be introduced to the many different ways of organising your own information, and learn how to reference it properly in your work. Finally, discover how to keep up to date with the latest developments in your area of interest by using tools such as RSS and mailing lists. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=LIB_2 Finding information in business and management Business and Management business information management This unit will help you to identify and use information in business and management, whether for your work, study or personal purposes. Experiment with some of the key resources in this subject area, and learn about the skills which will enable you to plan searches for information, so you can find what you are looking for more easily. Discover the meaning of information quality, and learn how to evaluate the information you come across. You will also be introduced to the many different ways of organising your own information, and learn how to reference it properly in your work. Finally, discover how to keep up to date with the latest developments in your area of interest by using tools such as RSS and mailing lists. The Open University The Open University Course text/html LIB_2 Finding information - LIB en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=BS811_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:42:15 GMT This unit covers the emergence of the Life Sciences sector out of its precursor the pharmaceutical industry. After examining some historical perspectives it uses case studies to look at developments in the science, business and, primarily, management strategies used in Life Sciences. It also briefly considers Life Sciences' place in the wider story of health provision. This introductory unit will be of interest to managers in the Life Sciences sector and to the general reader. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=BS811_1 The life sciences industry: an introduction Business and Management business health healthcare industry life_sciences mangement medical medicine science This unit covers the emergence of the Life Sciences sector out of its precursor the pharmaceutical industry. After examining some historical perspectives it uses case studies to look at developments in the science, business and, primarily, management strategies used in Life Sciences. It also briefly considers Life Sciences' place in the wider story of health provision. This introductory unit will be of interest to managers in the Life Sciences sector and to the general reader. The Open University The Open University Course text/html BS811_1 Strategic management in life sciences and healthcare - BS811 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B8S11 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B856_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:41:52 GMT Much literature on the public policy process focusses narrowly on the policy-making part. This unit widens the focus to examine the implementation phase, and how change happens as a result of new policies: that is, policy – action relationship. It does this by looking at four different models of how this relationship can work through examples from varying fields. The unit will be of interest to public sector managers, their staff and the general reader. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B856_1 The public policy – action relationship Business and Management implementation policy_action_relation policy_making political_models public_policy public_sector Much literature on the public policy process focusses narrowly on the policy-making part. This unit widens the focus to examine the implementation phase, and how change happens as a result of new policies: that is, policy – action relationship. It does this by looking at four different models of how this relationship can work through examples from varying fields. The unit will be of interest to public sector managers, their staff and the general reader. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B856_1 Shaping public policy: contexts and processes - B856 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B856 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B855_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:41:30 GMT Human resources consultancies have become invaluable to businesses looking for improvements and efficiencies in their operations. This unit explores the issues surrounding how you might go about selecting and using a consultant, examining the risks involved in the venture, fitting the consultant to the task, setting fees and evaluating work. If you are in business and looking to hire a consultant, are a consultant yourself or are studying business at masters level this unit will be useful to you. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B855_1 Choosing a human resources consultant Business and Management business consultants hr_consultant hr_services human_resources marketing Human resources consultancies have become invaluable to businesses looking for improvements and efficiencies in their operations. This unit explores the issues surrounding how you might go about selecting and using a consultant, examining the risks involved in the venture, fitting the consultant to the task, setting fees and evaluating work. If you are in business and looking to hire a consultant, are a consultant yourself or are studying business at masters level this unit will be useful to you. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B855_1 The human resource professional - B855 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B855 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B854_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:41:07 GMT Private equity, venture capital, stock exchange listing: all are methods of raising equity finance. This unit looks at the processes used and the markets available across the world for raising such finance, as well as looking into the reasons why some companies choose cross-listing on stock exchanges. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B854_1 Equity finance Business and Management equity equity_issue finance public_finance stock_exchange venture_capital Private equity, venture capital, stock exchange listing: all are methods of raising equity finance. This unit looks at the processes used and the markets available across the world for raising such finance, as well as looking into the reasons why some companies choose cross-listing on stock exchanges. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B854_1 Issues in international finance and investment - B854 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B854 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html/ Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B853_2 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:40:43 GMT Corporate governance and shareholder activism have gained in importance over recent years. This unit will enable you to consider the issues addressed by corporate governance. You will examine some of the recent scandals and the regulatory reactions to them, before looking at the elements that continue to drive this area. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B853_2 Influences on corporate governance Business and Management capital_markets corporate_governance regulatory shareholders share_issues Corporate governance and shareholder activism have gained in importance over recent years. This unit will enable you to consider the issues addressed by corporate governance. You will examine some of the recent scandals and the regulatory reactions to them, before looking at the elements that continue to drive this area. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B853_2 Issues in international financial reporting - B853 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B853 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B853_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:40:19 GMT Financial reporting is a complex issue. This unit looks at the historical development of financial regulation and reporting across Europe and the world. You will also examine how both Anglo-Saxon and ‘commercial code’ accounting have expanded to become the two main accounting systems used today. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B853_1 Influences on accounting regulation Business and Management accounting accounting_rules accounting_systems commercial_code financial Financial reporting is a complex issue. This unit looks at the historical development of financial regulation and reporting across Europe and the world. You will also examine how both Anglo-Saxon and ‘commercial code’ accounting have expanded to become the two main accounting systems used today. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B853_1 Introduction: diversity in accounting rules - B853 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B853 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B830_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:39:42 GMT Do you hate making decisions? Does the ability of others to make snap decisions really frustrate you? This unit will help you understand some of the processes involved in decision making. Attention to the psychology of decision making and the social context in which decisions are made can improve your understanding of others and yourself. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B830_1 Making decisions Business and Management decision_making decisions effective_decisions frameworks risk Do you hate making decisions? Does the ability of others to make snap decisions really frustrate you? This unit will help you understand some of the processes involved in decision making. Attention to the psychology of decision making and the social context in which decisions are made can improve your understanding of others and yourself. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B830_1 Making decisions - B830 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B825_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:39:15 GMT Marketing communications help to define an orgaisation's relationship with its customers. This unit emphasises the strategic importance of such communication and its long-term effect on consumers. Communication models can act as a predictive guide, but in the end it is important to recognise the autonomy and unpredictability of consumers. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B825_1 Marketing communications as a strategic function Business and Management communications consumers marketing Marketing communications help to define an orgaisation's relationship with its customers. This unit emphasises the strategic importance of such communication and its long-term effect on consumers. Communication models can act as a predictive guide, but in the end it is important to recognise the autonomy and unpredictability of consumers. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B825_1 Marketing communication - B825 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B825 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B824_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:38:48 GMT Businesses are increasingly making explicit their committment to dealing with ethical concerns. This unit explores the business case for an ethical approach to human resources management and examines whether a more 'human-centred' approach can bring dividends, and how an ethical approach fits within an organisation's strategy. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B824_1 Creating an ethical organisation Business and Management ethical_approaches ethical_concerns ethics human_resources organisation organisation_strategy strategy Businesses are increasingly making explicit their committment to dealing with ethical concerns. This unit explores the business case for an ethical approach to human resources management and examines whether a more 'human-centred' approach can bring dividends, and how an ethical approach fits within an organisation's strategy. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B824_1 Managing Human Resources - B824 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B822 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B823_2 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:38:11 GMT This unit explores knowledge technologies, that is, software systems that can represent, interpret, formalise or interrogate phenomena and create models of how the world works. It demonstrates how a well designed system can have positive effects on the work ‘ecosystem’, potentially allowing more time for people to concentrate on their strengths. Emphasising core concepts of representation, interpretation and situated use in context, this unit will help masters students and those involved in specifying and designing software for business understand how such systems can help manage knowledge as well as providing a framework for evaluating claims made by technology vendors and researchers. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B823_2 Knowledge technologies in context Business and Management community_practice knowledge_management knowledge_maps knowledge_models knowledge_technologies models software_systems systems This unit explores knowledge technologies, that is, software systems that can represent, interpret, formalise or interrogate phenomena and create models of how the world works. It demonstrates how a well designed system can have positive effects on the work ‘ecosystem’, potentially allowing more time for people to concentrate on their strengths. Emphasising core concepts of representation, interpretation and situated use in context, this unit will help masters students and those involved in specifying and designing software for business understand how such systems can help manage knowledge as well as providing a framework for evaluating claims made by technology vendors and researchers. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B823_2 Knowledge technologies in context - B823 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B823 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B823_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:37:35 GMT It is hard to think of a part of the world that has not been touched by globalisation. From ‘Big Macs’ in Moscow to Blockbuster video in Beijing the world seems less distant and twenty-four-hour-a-day news makes foreign places more familiar. This unit examines the dimensions of globalisation and the processes that connect people together. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B823_1 Managing local practices in global contexts Business and Management corporate globalisation institutional_rules interconnectedness macdonaldisation management It is hard to think of a part of the world that has not been touched by globalisation. From ‘Big Macs’ in Moscow to Blockbuster video in Beijing the world seems less distant and twenty-four-hour-a-day news makes foreign places more familiar. This unit examines the dimensions of globalisation and the processes that connect people together. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B823_1 Managing knowledge - B823 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B856 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B822_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:37:07 GMT The interactions of business with the non-commercial enviromnent are under increasing scrutiny. This unit looks at the relationships between business and social and ecological environments, often referred to under the umbrella term of Corporate Social Responsibility. The unit examines efforts to reconcile what often look to be competing demands by moving towards a more ethical environment. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B822_1 Environmental factors and organisations Business and Management business corporate environment environmental green_environment The interactions of business with the non-commercial enviromnent are under increasing scrutiny. This unit looks at the relationships between business and social and ecological environments, often referred to under the umbrella term of Corporate Social Responsibility. The unit examines efforts to reconcile what often look to be competing demands by moving towards a more ethical environment. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B822_1 Creativity, innovation and change - B822 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B822 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html/ Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B722B322_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:35:55 GMT Have you ever wanted to start your own business? This unit will give you the opportunity to consider and reflect on the personal aspects involved in transforming an innovative idea into an entrepreneurial product. You will also learn how to identify the requirements for building an appropriate entrepreneurial team. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B722B322_1 Entrepreneurial behaviour Business and Management entrepreneur entrepreneurial entrepreneurship innovative_idea Have you ever wanted to start your own business? This unit will give you the opportunity to consider and reflect on the personal aspects involved in transforming an innovative idea into an entrepreneurial product. You will also learn how to identify the requirements for building an appropriate entrepreneurial team. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B722B322_1 Developing entrepreneurial business ideas - B722/B322 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B322 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_5 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:35:18 GMT This unit will examine the particular issues that arise in bringing a project to a close, and ways of evaluating a project on its completion. The key components of project closure will be identified and discussed and their importance in ensuring that the aims and objectives of a project have been successfully attained will be explored. After studying this unit, you will be able to plan an effective project closure. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_5 Completing the project Business and Management completion handover project_management This unit will examine the particular issues that arise in bringing a project to a close, and ways of evaluating a project on its completion. The key components of project closure will be identified and discussed and their importance in ensuring that the aims and objectives of a project have been successfully attained will be explored. After studying this unit, you will be able to plan an effective project closure. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_5 Fundamentals of senior management - B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3548 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3358 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3325 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3360 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_3 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:34:12 GMT The importance of managing people for the success of a project cannot be underestimated. This unit identifies the groups and individuals whose appropriate involvement in a project is important for its success, and considers the ways in which their contribution might be maximised. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_3 Managing projects through people Business and Management management people_management project project_management The importance of managing people for the success of a project cannot be underestimated. This unit identifies the groups and individuals whose appropriate involvement in a project is important for its success, and considers the ways in which their contribution might be maximised. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_3 Fundamentals of senior management - B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3260 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3358 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3360 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3324 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_1 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:32:58 GMT Managing projects is something most managers will find themselves doing at some point in their career. This unit aims to provide an overview of the features of a project and the issues that arise in managing a project. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B713_1 Preparing a project Business and Management management managers project project_management Managing projects is something most managers will find themselves doing at some point in their career. This unit aims to provide an overview of the features of a project and the issues that arise in managing a project. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B713_1 Fundamentals of senior management - B713 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B713 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3358 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3325 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3360 http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3324 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_3 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:31:41 GMT Strategic management and planning are no longer the preserve of senior executives. This unit looks at three different approaches to strategy before analysing the direction that strategic management may take now that it has become an accumulation of small tactical decisions rather than a top-down process. If you are interested in ‘ how’ a business ‘ ticks’, this unit could provide some of the answers. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B700_3 Strategic view of performance Business and Management business market_approach planning rational_planning strategic_management strategy Strategic management and planning are no longer the preserve of senior executives. This unit looks at three different approaches to strategy before analysing the direction that strategic management may take now that it has become an accumulation of small tactical decisions rather than a top-down process. If you are interested in ‘ how’ a business ‘ ticks’, this unit could provide some of the answers. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B700_3 Managing performance and change - B700 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B700 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html http://labspace.open.ac.uk/file.php/1/knowlegde_maps/1160778452/cm_b7003.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B625_3 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:29:34 GMT If you've ever been involved in campaigning for change, you probably know that getting the desired result is much harder than it seems. Moreover, the decision to campaign on a particular issue can expose tensions and cracks within an organisation itself. This unit explores effective approaches to campaigning. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B625_3 Campaigns and organisations Business and Management campaign community fundraising organisation If you've ever been involved in campaigning for change, you probably know that getting the desired result is much harder than it seems. Moreover, the decision to campaign on a particular issue can expose tensions and cracks within an organisation itself. This unit explores effective approaches to campaigning. The Open University The Open University Course text/html B625_3 Winning resources and support - B625 en-gb http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/bin/p12.dll?C01B625 http://www3.open.ac.uk/courses/classifications/business_and_management.shtm http://www.open2.net/moneyandmanagement/index.html Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Licence - see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/uk/ - Original copyright The Open University Business and Management http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B202_2 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:26:56 GMT Just what is innovation? This unit examines the issues surrounding the concept of innovation. What is the difference between innovation and invention? How are organisations affected by innovation: are all of the outcomes positive? You will learn how to analyse this concept and its impact on resources, capabilities and competencies. http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/course/view.php?name=B202_2 The concept of innovation Business and Management benefit innovation invention organisations product Just what is innovation? This unit examines the issues surrounding the concept of innovation. What is the difference between innovation and invention? How are organisations affected by innovation: are all of the outcomes positive? You will learn how to analyse this concept and its impact on resources, capabilities and competencies. 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