Master of Public Health

Learn how to design and deliver a strong presentation

Presentations can be a powerful tool for sharing ideas and sparking conversation, but what makes a good presentation great?

On this course, you will have the opportunity to discuss the features of an effective presentation and investigate how to design and develop your own presentation.

You will explore effective presentation techniques to help you evaluate and improve your presentation skills. You will also have the opportunity to deliver a mini presentation and receive feedback from your peers.

This course is for anyone interested in developing their presentation skills in business.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Develop your understanding of the characteristics of entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship can take on different meanings depending on the context. On this course, you will have the opportunity to become more familiar with the different ways entrepreneurship can be understood, both historically and culturally.

You will critically evaluate the role and significance of different perspectives within the evolution of entrepreneurship theory. You will use case studies at an organisational, sector, and national level to complement your understanding of the main theories.

This course is for anyone interested in building their understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Explore the impact of time, risk and resource commitment on strategy

Do you know what strategy really is? On this introductory course, you will have the opportunity to demystify the theory and practice of strategy.

You will understand what organisations are and define key concepts in organisational performance and the setting of standards. Reflect on the impact of strategic decision-making and identify the influence of stakeholders in the overall process.

This course is for anyone interested in the nature and practice of long-term strategic decision-making.

Please note that the individuals listed below in the “Who will you learn with” section may be subject to change.

Discover your leadership qualities

Are leaders born or made?

On this short course, you will have the opportunity to examine the evolution of leadership theory by exploring the key concepts of leadership.

You will also have the chance to discuss and investigate the differences between leaders and managers and assess your own leadership qualities through leadership questionnaires.

This course is for those who want to progress into a leadership role in their company or career, and for those looking for leadership skills as part of their continued professional development.

Please note that the individuals listed below in the “Who will you learn with” section may be subject to change.

Improve your understanding of HR management in an international context

What is human resource management and how can HR policy be used to improve business effectiveness?

On this course, you’ll be introduced to the ideas and strategy behind effective human resource management.

You’ll have the opportunity to discover international HR theory and consider how HR practice differs from country to country.

You’ll have the chance to explore how HR policies are approached by different companies and how their practices differ on the global stage.

You’ll also have the opportunity to use a global company case study to explore international HR management in practice.

This course is designed for professionals who’d like to better understand the concept of human resources management and expand their HR knowledge in an international context.

This course would be a great introduction to HR for anyone who’d like to study human resources management at a higher level.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Explore the opportunities and challenges involved in international logistics

On this course, you will have the opportunity to define and improve your knowledge around the process of international logistics.

You will consider the main concepts and activities of international logistics and discover the potential advantages and risks of logistics management across borders.

You will also have the chance to learn how to ensure logistics quality and evaluate quality as a logistical objective and requirement.

This course is designed for business professionals looking to develop their understanding of international logistics and its concepts.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Learn how to improve your report writing skills

On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your professional and academic report writing ability.

You’ll have the chance to reflect on your previous experience of writing reports and compare those with other common assignment types, such as essays.

Along the way, you’ll be introduced to effective examples of workplace and academic reporting.

You’ll consider the organisation, style, and audience of these business and academic reports and assess their structure and purpose.

This course is designed for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of writing and understanding business reports and case studies at college or university.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Enhance your intercultural skills for working abroad

On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your prospects for working abroad.

You’ll explore how cultural diversity affects the business world and learn the importance of developing your intercultural skills to pursue an international career.

You’ll have the chance to assess your personality type, strengths, and weaknesses, and identify the skills you need to work on to support your progress in education or work abroad.

Along the way, you’ll be introduced to analytical tools and theoretical frameworks, and be encouraged to reflect and set goals for your ongoing career development.

This course is designed for anyone who wants to improve their employability and pursue an international career.

Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.