Programme Specification Title: Crisis and Disaster Management Final Award: Master of Science (MSc) With Exit Awards at: Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) Master of Science (MSc) To be delivered from: 1 Jan 2016 Level Date Masters or Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) Masters or Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) Masters or Master of Science (MSc) Page 1/25
Table Of Contents 1. Introduction... 3 2. Basic Programme Data... 4 3. Programme Description... 5 3.1 Overview... 5 3.2 Aims and Objectives... 6 3.3 Variations to Standard Regulations and Guidance... 7 4. Programme Outcomes... 8 4.1 Knowledge and Understanding... 8 4.2 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills... 8 4.3 Subject Specific Practical Skills... 8 4.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes... 9 5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies... 10 5.1. Learning and Teaching Strategy... 10 5.2. Assessment Strategy... 10 6. Programme Structure... 12 Appendix I - Curriculum Map... 13 Appendix II - Assessment Map... 15 Appendix III - Benchmark Analysis... 19 Appendix IV - Benchmark Statements(s)... 23 Page 2/25
1. Introduction This document describes one of the University of Lincoln's programmes using the protocols required by the UK National Qualifications Framework as defined in the publication QAA guidelines for preparing programme specifications. This programme operates under the policy and regulatory frameworks of the University of Lincoln. Page 3/25
2. Basic Programme Data Final Award: Programme Title: Exit Awards and Titles Master of Science (MSc) Crisis and Disaster Management Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) Master of Science (MSc) Subject(s) Mode(s) of delivery Full Time Part Time Is there a Placement or Exchange? UCAS code Awarding Body Campus(es) School(s) Programme Leader Relevant Subject Benchmark Statements Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body Accreditation No University of Lincoln Lincoln Campus Programme Start Date Lincoln Business School Martin Knight (MartinK) Page 4/25
3. Programme Description 3.1 Overview PROGRAMME STRUCTURE: The MSc in Crisis and Disaster Management covers the topics of crisis and disaster management from both a theoretical and professional perspective. The programme consists of modules in (1) business and management, (2) crisis and disaster management, and (3) independent study. The taught element of the programme consists of seven core modules and one optional module: - Disaster management - Crisis communication - Humanitarian logistics - Project planning and management - Decision analysis for managers - Finance and accounting - Research Methods and Design - Option Optional modules will run as far as at least 10 students select them. Timetabling arrangements may limit the availability of modules to some students. As the options reflect staff's research interests, they may alter over time due to staff availability. All students are required to undertake a final dissertation worth 60 Credits. Our approach to dissertation is to facilitate innovative approaches and diverse pathways to the final assessed piece of work; in effect the dissertation is an extended research project. For details of each module contributing to the programme, please consult the module specification document. OVERVIEW: There is an increasing global demand for businesses, communities and nations to increase their resilience to potential crises and disasters, particularly through using the principles of crisis and disaster management, disaster preparedness, response and recovery planning. This programme brings together the areas of crisis management, risk management and disaster management enabling students to understand current approaches to crisis and disaster and the impact that such events may have on businesses, communities and nations. In particular, the Programme addresses the issues of interruption to business and the need for preparedness, response and recovery strategies to minimise both economic and human losses arising from from crises and disasters of both natural and human origins. The programme prepares students for careers in emergency planning, disaster response, and crisis communication. It provides for critical examination of contingency and business continuity plans and Page 5/25
approaches crises and disaster recovery as 'windows of opportunity'. Students will learn to differentiate between the various phases of crisis and disaster management and be encouraged to critically reflect and appraise alternative approaches to managing crises and disasters. The Programme will also develop knowledge and skills in risks appraisal, operations management, and crisis communication. Students will learn how to identify and address conflict and vulnerability within organisations and disaster zones and how to address these effectively. Internationally, many Universities offer comparable awards, and there is a wealth of research and teaching experience across the sector. The growth of Crisis and Disaster Management programmes, coupled with the complementary themes of globalisation and regional political integration, is leading to growing interest in the subject area of Crisis and Disaster across industries, governments and the wider context of communities and society. The MSc Crisis and Disaster Management is Lincoln Business School's response to the growing demand from prospective students for postgraduate which equip students with the necessary graduate qualities and the subject knowledge to enable them to compete effectively in the domestic and international labour markets. The programme offers a high level of support for students, many of whom will be studying internationally. There are integrated approaches to support English language, orientation to studying in the UK and to Postgraduate study skills, the development of enterprising and employable career capabilities, and pastoral support. Close engagement with the International Office, English Language Centre, Student Services, Careers, Library and other central services is an essential feature of this support. 3.2 Aims and Objectives The MSc Crisis and Disaster Management aims to provide: - opportunities for students to increase their understanding of the nature and context of crisis and disaster - recognition among students of the importance of preparedness and response planning in terms of building resilience both within the developed and the less developed nations - exposure to the possibilities and limitations of tools and approaches to to contingency and business continuity planning at different levels - critique of the assumptions associated with training in business continuity plan validation - application of international response mechanisms to business continuity planning and disaster recovery - critique of disaster recovery approaches and their connection with resilience, vulnerability and sustainable development The MSc Crisis and Disaster Management programme is distinctive by providing: - An enhanced emphasis on employability and enterprise; this will feature throughout the taught modules emphasising the link between business ideas and practice. Many of the taught modules lend Page 6/25
themselves to an external focus and assignments will emphasise this approach. - One outcome of this will be to develop closer relations and practical forms of engagement by students with both local and international employers which is part of our business mission. - The range of electives which will guide the choice of each student's dissertation topic or consultancy project and will enhance the value and attractiveness of the Programme for students in a period of increasing competition in the graduate employment market. 3.3 Variations to Standard Regulations and Guidance Page 7/25
4. Programme Outcomes Programme-level learning outcomes are identified below. Refer to Appendix I Curriculum Map for details of how outcomes are deployed across the programme. 4.1 Knowledge and Understanding On successful completion of this programme a student will have knowledge and understanding of: 1 Diverse organisations, their impact on the society and the external environment, and how they are strategically managed in the context of change 2 Appraisal and interpretation of financial and accounting data for managerial purposes 3 The management and development of people and teams within organisations in an ethical and responsible way 4 The key theories and approaches that underpin effective and efficient response to crisis and disaster 5 The legal, policy and organisational frameworks which set the context for remedial intervention 4.2 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: 6 Analyse and appraise organisational effectiveness and need for change in relation to the ethical and responsible management of human, financial, and other resources 7 Identify assumptions, evaluate statements and evidence, detect decision-making biases and heuristics, and generalise as appropriate 8 Assess and solve complex and unpredictable problems and make decisions based on identifying and evaluating appropriate alternatives 9 Critically evaluate the role, and effectiveness of training and exercising at various phases of the crisis and disaster continuum 10 Critically evaluate response mechanisms to crisis and disaster with a view to advancing alternative solutions. 4.3 Subject Specific Practical Skills On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: 11 Demonstrate ability to evaluate, integrate and apply theory and practice to diverse team and leadership situations and roles in an ethical and responsible way 12 Acquire, evaluate and synthesise a range of numeric and other forms of information for diverse organisational purposes including new situations 13 Demonstrate analytic skills with peers and tutors through tutorials, online discussions and Page 8/25
simulation fora 14 Critically appraise a business continuity plan / disaster management plan and to apply theoretical frameworks and models to manage specific challenges and dilemmas which may arise from a given crisis or disaster 15 Articulate and present a statement to different audiences in the immediate responses to a specific crisis or disaster and to reconcile and defend stakeholder interests in the immediate aftermath of crisis or disaster 4.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to: 16 Possess numeracy and quantitave skills that can be applied to a variety of tasks to analyse organisations and their environment in a systematic and original way 17 Using research techniques, acquire and critically appraise data and information from a range of sources for analysing complex business and management topics 18 Communicate effectively orally and in writing in different situations and in relation to various organisational constituents 19 Demonstrate how to design, implement and evaluate disaster preparedness, response and recovery plans including contingency and business continuity planning. 20 Articulate and manage the priorities of those caught up in conflict during the distribution of humanitarian aid. For details of each module contributing to the programme, please consult the module specification document. Page 9/25
5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies 5.1. Learning and Teaching Strategy The programme aims to provide a diverse range of learning and assessment situations that develop appropriate knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and promote opportunities for all to acquire and demonstrate transferable, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, within the broad context of Crisis and Disaster Management and in a multi-cultural context. These skills equip students for their future careers, enabling them to become life-long learners and to adapt to future changing career patterns. In particular for postgraduate students, learning and assessment methods and expectations are adjusted to more advanced styles of study. We expect postgraduate students to be confident independent learners, and aim to build on their existing capabilities. In addition, we are committed to furthering the Business School s Responsible Futures agenda and in accordance with it, offer extensive opportunities for engagement with employers as part of the course. We expect postgraduate students to be confident independent learners, and aim to build on their existing capabilities. Teaching staff aspire to motivate students, to encourage the sharing of skills and insights, and to develop independence in study. Students themselves become part of the teaching process through group activities, which enhance their depth of learning and develop their research competence. Learning situations are varied within and across programmes, reflecting the diversity of learning resources and the integration of learning and teaching processes. Staff are developing appropriate and supportive learning materials that are suitable for students with a variety of backgrounds. All subject staff members are research-active and staff research interests are integrated into the curriculum where possible, as is customary in the MSc. The programme, in keeping with other postgraduate programmes, will expect students to read extensively and be aware of current theoretical debates within the literature, including relevant journals, and reading lists will also include reference to current debates and issues. Classes will be interwoven with discussions and debating opportunities regarding the rapidly and often spontaneous changes in international business Class sizes will remain small allowing for the interactive teaching and learning approach that will be required given that students will emanate from varied backgrounds and cultures with many of them studying in the UK for the first time. This also provides an opportunity for mature students to share prior knowledge and explore inter-linkages. Each module typically consists of two or three weekly teaching hours over a teaching term of 12 weeks. The class hours consist of a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and study visits depending on the nature of the module. 5.2. Assessment Strategy In the MSc Crisis and Disaster Management, assessment is an integral part of the learning process, and it is considered to be instrumental in the achievement of successful learning in all programmes. The policy is to use and encourage a relevant and diverse range of assessment methodologies that: - reflect and assess learning outcomes - are relevant to the accommodation of the potentially diverse range of students gaining access to postgraduate programmes of the University - foster critical and reflective thinking, effective communication and independence in learning - are appropriate to the level of study - provide progression between levels to maintain academic quality and student development Page 10/25
- provide compatibility and balance between modules through a level/year - develop a range of students skills and recognise students individual competencies. The strategy for assessment for MSc Crisis and Disaster Management includes the use of formative assessments where possible, to provide a key element of the learning experience. It also is designed to stagger the submission dates to provide a balanced study workload throughout the course of study. Thirdly, the appropriate overall assessment load per student per module has been centrally agreed, and this is reflected in the individual module specifications. Page 11/25
6. Programme Structure The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) is 60. The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) is 120. The total number of credit points required for the achievement of Master of Science (MSc) is 180. Masters Title Credit Rating Core / Optional Humanitarian Logistics 15 Core Teams and Leadership 15 Optional Finance and accounting 15 Core Decision Analysis for Managers 15 Core Crisis Communications 15 Core Disaster Management 15 Core Sustainability Leadership 15 Optional The Business of Aviation Management 15 Optional Destination Management and Marketing 15 Optional Social Entrepreneurship 15 Optional Comparative Human Resource Management 15 Optional Global Supply Strategies 15 Optional International Entrepreneurship 15 Optional Project Planning and Management 15 Core Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development 15 Optional Group Consultancy Project 15 Optional Dissertation 60 Core Research Methods and Design 15 Core Page 12/25
Appendix I - Curriculum Map This table indicates which modules assume responsibility for delivering and ordering particular programme learning outcomes. Key: Delivered and Assessed Delivered Assessed Masters Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management Dissertation Finance and accounting Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership Teams and Leadership The Business of Aviation Management PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 Page 13/25
Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management Dissertation Finance and accounting Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership Teams and Leadership The Business of Aviation Management PO13 PO14 PO15 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO20 Page 14/25
Appendix II - Assessment Map This table indicates the spread of assessment activity across the programme. Percentages indicate assessment weighting. Masters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management 40 20 40 Dissertation Finance and accounting 30 Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics 15 25 International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management 25 Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership 40 Teams and Leadership 25 The Business of Aviation Management 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Community Organisation, Sustainability and 100 Page 15/25
Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management Dissertation Finance and accounting 70 Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project 100 Humanitarian Logistics 60 International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management 75 Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership Teams and Leadership 75 The Business of Aviation Management 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management 50 50 Crisis Communications 10 50 40 Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing 30 70 Disaster Management Dissertation Page 16/25
Finance and accounting Global Supply Strategies 30 70 Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics International Entrepreneurship 100 Project Planning and Management Research Methods and Design 100 Social Entrepreneurship 30 70 Sustainability Leadership 60 Teams and Leadership The Business of Aviation Management 40 60 Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management Dissertation Finance and accounting Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Page 17/25
Teams and Leadership The Business of Aviation Management 49 50 51 52 EP 1 (Wk 16) Community Organisation, Sustainability and Development Comparative Human Resource Management Crisis Communications Decision Analysis for Managers 100 Destination Management and Marketing Disaster Management Dissertation 100 Finance and accounting Global Supply Strategies Group Consultancy Project Humanitarian Logistics International Entrepreneurship Project Planning and Management Research Methods and Design Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Leadership Teams and Leadership The Business of Aviation Management EP 2 (Wks 33, 34, 35) Page 18/25
Appendix III - Benchmark Analysis This table maps programme learning outcomes to relevant QAA subject benchmark statements or PSRB guidelines. Knowledge and Understanding PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 BAM01 BAM02 BAM03 BAM04 BAM05 BAM06 BAM07 BAM08 BAM09 BAM10 BAM11 BAM12 BAM13 BAM14 BAM15 BAM16 BAM17 BAM18 PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 BAM19 BAM20 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills PO6 BAM01 BAM02 BAM03 BAM04 BAM05 BAM06 BAM07 BAM08 BAM09 Page 19/25
PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 BAM10 BAM11 BAM12 BAM13 BAM14 BAM15 BAM16 BAM17 BAM18 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 BAM19 BAM20 Subject Specific Practical Skills PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 PO11 PO12 BAM01 BAM02 BAM03 BAM04 BAM05 BAM06 BAM07 BAM08 BAM09 BAM10 BAM11 BAM12 BAM13 BAM14 BAM15 BAM16 BAM17 BAM18 Page 20/25
PO13 PO14 PO15 PO11 PO12 PO13 PO14 PO15 BAM19 BAM20 Transferable Skills and Attributes PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO20 PO16 PO17 PO18 PO19 PO20 BAM01 BAM02 BAM03 BAM04 BAM05 BAM06 BAM07 BAM08 BAM09 BAM10 BAM11 BAM12 BAM13 BAM14 BAM15 BAM16 BAM17 BAM18 PO16 PO17 PO18 BAM19 BAM20 Page 21/25
PO19 PO20 Page 22/25
Appendix IV: Benchmark Benchmark Statement(s) Page 23/25
BAM01 - Students should demonstrate a systematic understanding of relevant knowledge about organisations, their external context and how they are managed BAM02 - Students should demonstrate application of relevant knowledge to a range of complex situations taking account of its relationship and interaction with other areas of the business or organisation BAM03 - Students should demonstrate a critical awareness of current issues in business and management which is informed by leading edge research and practice in the field BAM04 - Students should demonstrate an understanding of appropriate techniques sufficient to allow detailed investigation into relevant business and management issues BAM05 - Students should demonstrate creativity in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to develop and interpret knowledge in business and management BAM06 - Students should demonstrate ability to acquire and analyse data and information, to evaluate their relevance and validity, and to synthesise a range of information in the context of new situations BAM07 - Students should demonstrate conceptual understanding that enables the student to: A. evaluate the rigour and validity of published research and assess its relevance to new situations. B... BAM08 - Students should demonstrate ability to conduct research into business and management issues that requires familiarity with a range of business data, research sources and appropriate methodologies, and for such to inform the overall learning process BAM09 - Students should demonstrate ability to communicate effectively using a range of media (for example, orally, in writing, and through digital media) BAM10 - Students should demonstrate ability to operate effectively in a variety of team roles and take leadership roles, where appropriate BAM11 - Students should demonstrate ability to take an international perspective including understanding the impact of globalisation on businesses, societies and the environment and the ethical implications BAM12 - Masters Graduates should be able to apply consistently their knowledge and subject-specific and wider intellectual skills BAM13 - Masters Graduates should be able to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgments in the absence of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to a range of audiences BAM14 - Masters Graduates should be able to be proactive in recognising the need for change and have the ability to manage change BAM15 - Masters Graduates should be able to be adaptable, and show originality, insight, and critical Page 24/25
Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org) University of Lincoln Programme Specification - Master of Science (MSc) Crisis and Disaster Management and reflective abilities which can all be brought to bear upon problem situations BAM16 - Masters Graduates should be able to make decisions in complex and unpredictable situations BAM17 - Masters Graduates should be able to behave ethically and with integrity and manage with a strong sense of social responsibility BAM18 - Masters Graduates should be able to evaluate and integrate theory and practice in a wide range of situations BAM19 - Masters Graduates should be able to be self-directed and able to act autonomously in planning and implementing projects at professional levels BAM20 - Masters Graduates should be able to take responsibility for continuing to develop their own knowledge and skills Page 25/25