MSc Health And Public Service Management
01 Sep 2016 - 31 Aug 2027
| Course Leader | Mohammad Kabir |
|---|---|
| Course Team | Naveen Madhavan, Tiansheng Yang, Gwyn Mapp, Artem Kliuchnikov, Gerwyn Lewis, Adam Poole |
| Awarding Body | University of South Wales |
| Teaching Institutions | University of South Wales |
| Modes of Study | Full Time, Part Time |
Document Version
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2016 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
QAA Benchmarks
Educational Aim
The aim of the course is ‘to facilitate health service/public service personnel to
develop their effectiveness as managers and potential leaders of public sector
organisations’.
By the end of the course students should have achieved the following objectives:
a) to be more competent in the role of management;
b) to have a comprehensive understanding of leadership and management processes;
c) to be able to apply management theories and techniques effectively and confidently to the situations which
they and their employing organisations face;
d) to be able to view leadership and management problems from a range of perspectives;
e) to have developed the necessary research skills so that they will readily adopt a critical and reflective view
of information;
f) to have developed a critical awareness of the forces shaping the environment in which they operate;
g) to be adopting a more reflective approach to their work;
h) to have developed a high level of problem-solving skills.
Learning Outcomes
| A1 | A comprehensive understanding of the role and strategic operation of public services |
| A2 | A systematic understanding of the environment of public services and its impact |
| A3 | Demonstrate a thorough understanding with approaches to leading and managing public sector organisations |
| A4 | A critical understanding and appreciation of public sector values |
| B1 | Critical and analytical thinking |
| B2 | Identify and employ relevant scholarly literature in support of one’s own research |
| B3 | Structure complex arguments |
| B4 | Research skills e.g. the evaluation of evidence |
| C1 | Project Management |
| C2 | Evaluate evidence using reasoned arguments and problem solving techniques |
| C3 | Engage in Independent study |
Course Structure
Level 7 Modules
| Module Code | Module Id | Module Title | Module Status | Credit Value | Module Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD4S01 | MOD007719 | Conducting Research | Running | 20 | core |
| SD4S03 | MOD007683 | Strategy and Leadership | Running | 20 | specified |
| SD4S04 | MOD007609 | Managing People and Organisations in the Public Sector | Running | 20 | specified |
| SD4S06 | MOD007716 | Managing Resources and Projects | Running | 20 | specified |
| SD4S07 | MOD009077 | Health Policy and Innovation | Running | 20 | specified |
| SD4T01 | MOD007720 | Dissertation | Running | 60 | core |
| SD4S33 | MOD013660 | Academic and Professional Skills | Running | 20 | specified |
Teaching and Assessment
Learning and Teaching Methods
Learning and teaching methods will be diverse and varied in order to promote inclusive practice. Methods will be deployed to: meet the aims and objectives of the course foster knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject stimulate engagement and ownership of the learning process encourage students to reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning take proactive account of the different circumstances and needs of students, facilitating wider participation. Teaching methods will include: lectures workshops group-work student-led and tutor-led sessions skills-based, discussion-based and knowledge-based classes use of Blackboard to promote discussion and reflection outside of the classroom Action learning sets The following learning opportunities, which will also be reflected in the course: critical reading of a wide range of texts including documents, monographs, scholarly articles, statistics, newspapers, textbooks and sources on the internet independent research using both primary and/or secondary sources and appropriate methods of enquiry contact with practitioners through visiting speakers, websites, and experiential learning through research for organizations.
Employer Engagement
Students on the course are typically drawn from major public sector organisations employers, providing a very strong link between the University and public sector employers. The course team has therefore prioritised engagement with employers and practitioners in the development of this award. These links are reinforced by expert practitioners delivering guest lectures on some of the modules.
Means of Assessment
There are a range of methods of assessment that are used in the course. These include essays, reports, presentations, speech preparation, portfolios, reflective accounts on practice, culminating in a 20,000 word dissertation. These are outlined in detail in the module specifications.
Learning Support
Student Handbook and Module Guides
On-line supporting educational materials
Student Services specialist advice for welfare, health or financial advice, and special needs support
Learning Resources Centre
Networked information services
Academic support from Course Leader and course team
Peer support through Action Learning Sets
Course Exit Points
| Award | Criteria | Final |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Science | 180 credits of which at least 150 must be at Level 7 and no more than 30 at Level 6 | Final |
| Postgraduate Certificate | 60 credits with at least 40 at Level 7 and no more than 20 at Level 6 | Exit |
| Postgraduate Diploma | 120 credits of which at least 90 must be at Level 7 and no more than 30 at Level 6 | Exit |
Progression Route
The majority of students enrol onto the MSc and will progress throughout the course upon the successful completion of modules.MSc graduates have the potential to continue their study at USW by progressing to the DBA (Public Sector)
Entry Requirements
Admission to the course is typically through the following qualifications:
Admission to the course is flexible, however in order to be considered for a place on the scheme candidates normally need to have:
An undergraduate degree (or equivalent), second class honours or higher, and one year’s relevant management experience; or
A professional qualification of acceptable standard;or (exceptionally)
Two years’ middle/senior management experience acquired in a relevant sector
Exemptions from modules/stages may be considered dependent upon candidates holding relevant, recently acquired qualifications.
English language requirement of IELTS 6.5 or above.
Inclusive Curriculum Statement
The University of South Wales operates a policy of inclusive learning, teaching and assessment to ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to fulfil their educational potential. Course teams will have considered ways of designing out any potentially disadvantageous element of courses during the course design process. However some specific needs may remain, details about how to apply to have your needs assessed can be found at: http://unilife.southwales.ac.uk/pages/3040-disability-and-dyslexia-service/
Addendum for Delivery at a Partner Institution
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Methods Of Quality Standards
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Quality Of Standards Indicators
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