Module Details

Module Code: MGMT9044
Title: Internationalisation Project
Long Title: Internationalisation Project
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2021/22 ( September 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 30
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: no programmes
Module Description: This module develops within the learner, the knowledge, skills and competencies required to research, develop and scope an applied research project through an in-depth examination of either a live company project or a sector analysis with a specific internationalisation focus. The student is expected to be self-motivated and must communicate the process and outcomes of their research in a manner appropriate for professional practitioners in their discipline.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Research a specific issue or problem affecting an organisation from the perspective of its internationalisation activities.
LO2 Propose a legitimate methodological approach taken to generate qualitative and/or quantitative findings
LO3 Critique extant knowledge in the domain of internationalisation that pertains to an identified existing applied problem.
LO4 Critically evaluate the complicating factors relating to internationalisation with respect to a variety of contexts.
LO5 Develop appropriate written and oral communication skills required of the professional practitioner, specifically emphasizing the underlying outcome of the research.
LO6 Propose organisational level responses to identified solutions with emphasis on actionable items.
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.
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Co-requisite Modules
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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.
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Indicative Content
Professional, Academic & Consultancy Writing Techniques
Developing the skills necessary to articulate a comprehensive review of the research process with appropriate practical findings and implication
Report Writing
Developing a comprehensive and professional report format and structure.
Quantitative and Qualitative Research
Introduction to analytical tools and presentation of data. Students must analyse collected industry based data and present their analysis and findings. For example Big Data, Large Multi-Faceted Media Content
Decision Making & Interpretation
Detailing the process undertaken to draw insights from findings to provide logical interpretations so as to inform the decision making process
Research Approaches
Examine research approaches such as case studies, ethnography, narrative enquiry and also data collection methods such interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, observation. Students must be able to identify and implement the most appropriate research approach for industry.
Research Ethics
Ensuring the integrity of professional/ consultancy/academic research, including the importance of bibliographical details, contributors to the study, anonymity etc.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 3 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Project Proposal
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
A substantial piece of research incorporating a problem description, literature review, methodological development and analysis/discussion centred on exploring an organisational and/or industry issue with an internationalisation aspect.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 15
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Poster Presentation of research findings
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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 Research Methods and Literature Review Every Week 2.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Project Selection and Supervision Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Research Every Week 39.00 39
Total Hours 42.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 42.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Research Methods and Literature Review Every Week 2.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Project Selection and Supervision Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Research Every Week 39.00 39
Total Hours 42.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 42.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Saunders, Lewis & Thornhill. (2019), Research Methods for Business Students, Pearson, [ISBN: 9781292208787].
  • Denscombe, M. (2010), The Good Research Guide, Open University Press, Maidenhead, [ISBN: 9780335220229].
  • Bryman, A. (2012), Social Research Methods, 4th. Oxford University Press, New York, [ISBN: 978019958805].
  • Baaij, M. (2014), An Introduct to Management Consultancy, Sage, Online, [ISBN: 9781446256138].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources