This module aims to provide a thorough grounding in the importance of digital business technologies as an evolving environmental feature, as well as a capability of the organisation, to comprehend the need to be aware of technology developments and how they can create opportunities as well as threats for modern businesses. Learners will be equipped to approach technology transfer (acquisition) and/or in-house development of IT in a methodical way, understanding how it can result in capabilities for sustainable competitive advantage (strengths). Similarly, students will be able to discern the consequences of reactive decision making, which can result in a lack of such capabilities (weaknesses).
This module is aligned to internationally recognised best practices in the discipline of project, programme and portfolio management. Participants will develop the essential knowledge, skills and competencies required for successful project outcomes.
Students will gain valuable insights into the leading project management and change management tools and techniques and learn how to implement and sustain strategic change within organisations.
Students will be equipped to face real-world business challenges, such as assessing risk, planning, implementing strategy, and dealing with conflict and project complexity.
Technology and Organisational Transformation
- How technology transforms business and business processes, Technology providing value-based competitive advantage, The value of information, The power of analytic, Technology relevance across the value chain Technology and Business Model
Business process improvement through technology, Role of technology in lean and agile manufacturing/services, Role of technology in supply chain improvement, Mass customisation made possible, E-Business. CRM, ERP, Decision systems
Globalisation and IT in International Business
- Information needs and flows, Information technology in the globally outsourced organisation, Managing information technology globally
Making the IT investment
- Developing an IT strategy, Assessing current strategy, Guidelines for IT investment, Financial models (NPV etc), Evaluating and choosing technology, Evaluating on-premise, outsourced, cloud based options, Total cost of ownership frameworks, Scalability and future-proofing. Buying application packages. Licensing models
Strategic Project Management
- The importance of stakeholder buy-in, Utilising international recognised Frameworks & Methodologies, Planning approaches that consider Capacity & Capability Assessment, The need for Risk & Contingency Planning. Assessing Project Complexity and Maturity. The Reasons Project Fail.
Change Management
- Understanding the Synergy of Project Management & Change Management, The Benefits of Change, Change Management Models: Lewin's change management mode, The McKinsey 7-S model, Kotter's change management theory, ADKAR, Nudge theory, Bridges transition model, Kübler-Ross change management framework, The Satir change management methodology.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |