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Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• Develop students' critical thinking in order to evaluate the factors affecting the success of the innovation process and its application in creative organisations
• Use academic and action based learning to gain insight into the complexity of the creative industries and the innovation process, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges through case studies and in real time
• To develop students understanding of the innovation and design processes within creative organisations, analysing and evaluating their use through practical and theoretical projects
• To develop students approach to user centred innovation opportunities
• To equip students with the insight to consider the future to inform design solutions and business strategy
• To provide students with the skills of advanced networking and team working in order to compete in a rapidly changing business environment

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 The complexity of the innovation process and its importance in the current economic climate
• K2 The academic theories of entrepreneurship and the interconnectedness between entrepreneurial tendencies and resulting behaviour
• K3 The interrelationships between an organisation's internal and external environment and its potential to succeed in the global market place
• K4 The evaluation of the design process in relation to other functions in order to assist in problem-solving and implementation of sustainable solutions

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Analyse data and information in the context of current thinking in the field of innovation management in creative organisations in order to make effective decisions
• C2 Recognise the benefits of self-reflection for personal development
• C3 Recognise the importance of innovation and the components of innovation management and the value of systematically harnessing creative ideas in order to influence organisational success.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Demonstrate rational use of business and risk analysis tools to plan, analyse and evaluate company performance in the creative industries
• P2 Synthesise information from appropriate sources such as design right databases, industry trendsetters and business press in order to advise on strategic positioning for an organisation
• P3 Demonstrate effective communication to persuade and influence stakeholders

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Develop, select and use appropriate investigative and research skills
• T2 Critically evaluate a range of academic and industry sources and effectively summarise these in a range of written formats
• T3 Work flexibly and creatively in a team whilst recognising the contribution of individuals with a range of diverse skills
• T4 Communicate effectively with specialist and non-specialist audiences

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

Students must choose one optional module in Semester 1, so they are doing 3 core modules + 1 optional module. Students must choose two optional modules** in Semester 2, so they are doing 2 core modules + 2 optional modules in Semester 2.

*Students must choose at least one of these modules

**If students choose LLP415 in Semester 1, they must choose LLP204 in Semester 2.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable