Module Details

Module Code: INTR9015
Title: Org Mgt & Knowledge Mgt
Long Title: Organisation Mngmnt. & Knowledge Mngmnt.
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The module aims to develop an understanding of the development of organisation management and knowledge management theories and techniques and their practical application in dynamic business environments.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain the evolution of organisation and management theories.
LO2 Critically assess the practical application of organisation and management theories in the modern business environment.
LO3 Describe and critically discuss knowledge management models.
LO4 Analyse the application of knowledge management techniques in the design and construction process.
LO5 Debate the concept of organisation management and knowledge management in the context of the development of buildings.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Development of Organisation Management
The historical development of management theories. Organisation principles, models, tools and techniques.
Organisation Management in practice
Organisation management in modern practice. The design of organisations to match the situation and/or environment.
Development of Knowledge Management
The development of knowledge management models, tools and techniques.
Knowledge Management in practice
The application of knowledge management to business and project environments. The knowledge sharing culture. Knowledge management and innovation including contemporary information technology and devices. Document management.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Assessment Description
Reflection on practical implications of knowledge management on organisations involved in design and construction projects.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecturer led discussions on course topics, illustrated with practical/worked examples as appropriate. Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Learning Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material; and preparation of assessments for in-class topics. Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecturer led discussions on course topics, illustrated with practical/worked examples as appropriate. Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Learning Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material; and preparation of assessments for in-class topics. Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Cole, G A & Kelly, P. (2017), Management Theory and Practice, 8th ed.. Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 978-140809527].
  • Mintzberg, H. (2011), Managing, Financial Times/ Prentice Hall, [ISBN: 978-0273745624].
  • Anumba, C. (2011), Knowledge Management in Construction, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-0470659441].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Osterwalder, A & Pigneur, Y. (2010), Business Model Generation, John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 978-0470876411].
  • Mintzberg, H , Ahlstrand, B & Lampel, J B. (2010), Management - it's Not What You Think, Financial Times/ Prentice Hall, [ISBN: 978-0273719670].
  • Styhre, A. (2011), Knowledge Sharing in Professions, Gower, [ISBN: 978-1409420972].
  • Anumba, C J, Egbu, C & Carrillo, P (Editors). (2005), Knowledge management in construction, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-1405129725].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Kanapeckiene, L et al,. (2011), Integrated Knowledge Management Model and System for Construction Projects, Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, vol. 23, no. 7, p.1200-1215.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCOPM_9 Master of Science in Construction Project Management 1 Mandatory
CR_CCNPM_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Construction Project Management 1 Mandatory