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WWELCOME NOTE
FROM THE CHANCELLOR, THE BRITISH UNIVERSITY IN DUBAIHH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum
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WWELCOME NOTE
FROM THE CHANCELLOR, THE BRITISH UNIVERSITY IN DUBAIHH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum
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It is my great pleasure to welcome you to The British University in Dubai.
The University has been formed out of a genuine collaboration between Dubai and United Kingdom institutions to provide the
best of British education in Dubai. BUiD has been established to make a substantial and unique contribution to the United Arab
Emirates and the Gulf region.
Our UK associates, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester, King’s College London and Reading have been chosen because of their re-
search standing and high standards. I am pleased that they continue to work closely with BUiD to ensure that you are offered
high quality education which benefit from that research.
It is pleasing that worldwide interest has been shown in academic posts at the University and that our British partners have
been able to ensure strict criteria in selecting the best. All the University’s programmes have been awarded accreditation by the
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates.
The University is also grateful to its founders the Al Maktoum Foundation, Rolls-Royce, the National Bank of Dubai, the British
Business Group, and the Dubai Development and Investment Authority; its contributors, The Emirates Group, DUCAB, Atkins,
Hyder Consulting, Emirates Foundation and Dubai Duty Free; the Dubai & UK Trade & Economic Committee and the members of
the University Council, Advisory Groups, and Senate; and its Vice-Chancellor, Registrar and staff for the role they have played
in managing the University and providing a top quality higher education experience for our students.
BUiD’s programmes truly enhance your career and the Nation’s future
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The mission of the British University in Dubai (BUiD) is to establish itself as a provider of world class scholar-ship, education and research. In particular, BUiD aims to:
•make a distinctive British contribution to the higher educational system in the United Arab Emirates through the creation of a high quality research-led university; •offer the highest international competitive level of research-informed education in key modern disciplines; •develop leading-edge research capabilities in key disciplines; •interact with regional industry and play a role in stimulating a knowledge- based economy in Dubai and the Emirates. •support the aspiration of the Dubai Government to become a hub for education and research in the region. M
Mission Statement
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The mission of the British University in Dubai (BUiD) is to establish itself as a provider of world class scholar-ship, education and research. In particular, BUiD aims to:
•make a distinctive British contribution to the higher educational system in the United Arab Emirates through the creation of a high quality research-led university; •offer the highest international competitive level of research-informed education in key modern disciplines; •develop leading-edge research capabilities in key disciplines; •interact with regional industry and play a role in stimulating a knowledge- based economy in Dubai and the Emirates. •support the aspiration of the Dubai Government to become a hub for education and research in the region. M
Mission Statement
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BUiD Council Members
HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Chancellor The British University in Dubai
Abdullah M AlshamsiVice-Chacellor
The British University in Dubai
Abdalla Mohammed Al AmiriProvost
Zayed University
Ayoub Mohammed KazimManaging Director
Dubai Knowledge Village & Dubai International Academic City
John GayRolls-Royce
Regional Director Middle East
Marc JesselCountry Director British Council
Martin PrinceRegistrar (Council Secretary)The British University in Dubai
Mirza Al SayeghChariman, Al Maktoum Institute, Scotland-UKDirector, Office of HH Shaikh Hamdan Bin
Rashid Al-Maktoum
Ahmed Saeed Bin Hezeem Al SuwaidiGeneral Manager
Dubai Courts
Jennifer BibbingsPartner
Trowers and Hamlins
Douglas DowieAdvisor to the Governor
Dubai International Financial Center
David MayManaging Director
MKM Commercial Holdings LLC 5
AAbout The British University in Dubai
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AAbout The British University in Dubai
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About The British University in Dubai
The British University in Dubai (BUiD) was established in 2003 to be the Mid-dle East’s leading research-based postgraduate university, facilitating world-class education, training and research. It provides an important and growing community and resource for young professionals, leading academics, corpo-rate managers and aspiring leaders of all description.BUiD located in Dubai International Academic City, a truly local university, is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and internationally (NARIC) recognised for its top quality education, which is on par with British standards thanks to its association with UK-based universities including the University of Edinburgh, the University of Manchester, Cardiff University, King’s College London and the University of Reading.BUiD offers full and part-time research based Masters Degree programmes, PG Diplomas and Certificates; the regions first accredited Doctorate in Edu-cation and the PhD in Project Management, Ph D in Architecture & Sustain-able Built Environment. Masters programmes and Post Graduate Diplomas in: Education, Finance and Banking, Human Resource Management, Informatics
(Knowledge and Data Management), IT Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Systems Engineering, Construction Law and Dispute Resolution, Sustainable Design of the Built Environment , Intelligent Building Design and Automation, Business administration(MBA) and Recently Structural Engineering. The non-profit university has attracted academic experts to develop regionally tailored programmes, in which they extend and challenge the boundaries of knowledge, understanding and research. BUiD works in collaboration with leading organization and institutions includ-ing Atkins, Emirates Green Building Council, , the federal Ministry of Educa-tion, government and associated bodies Human Resource Forums agencies for Academic and professional development across the UAE’s public and private sectors. The founders of the University are the Al Maktoum Foundation, the Dubai De-velopment and Investment Authority, Rolls-Royce, the British Business Group and the National Bank of Dubai. The University is governed by a Council under the chancellorship of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
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EEntry RequirementsHow to apply
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EEntry RequirementsHow to apply
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Entry RequirementsMOHESR General Admission Requirements for Masters’ Pro-grammes
A Bachelor’s degree with or equivalent to a good GPA (3.0 or above on a 4.0 point scale), The English language proficiency requirement is equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 (online 213) For Master of Education and MSc in Project Management, the re-quired English language score is equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 580.
BUiD Conditional Admission:Candidates with Bachelor degree with or equivalent to a GPA ranging from 2.5 to 2.99 can gain conditional admission to the programme. Applicants who do not meet the GPA requirements and who have more than 3 years relevant work experience after their graduation may also gain conditional admission under the mature entry plan.For English language proficiency scores, candidates need a minimum score of TOEFL 530 or IELTS 5.5 to get a conditional admission to join BUiD. BUiD offers Language and Study Skills support for such students to help them raise their English proficiency to the required level.
*Students joining the Masters of Education also need to have a minimum 2 years of teaching or relevant professional experience.
Entry requirements for Doctor of Education (EdD)
A recognized Masters’ degree in a related subject with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a scale of 4.A minimum of 3 years of teaching or relevant professional experience.English Language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 and minimum writing score of 20 (TOEFL score of 92 with a minimum score of 20 on the writing section)
Entry requirements for PhD Programmes
A recognized Masters’ degree (or equivalent or higher qualification) in PM related subject with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on 4.0 scale or its equivalent.The English language proficiency requirement is equivalent to TOEFL score 580 or IELTS score of 6.5.
APPLICATIONSApply online for BUiD programmes at www.buid.ac.aeBUiD and Corporate Scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time MSc and PG Diploma students. These are awarded on competitive bases. To apply for a scholarship complete the online scholarship form.
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LList of programmes
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PhD in Project ManagementConstruction Law and Dispute ResolutionsConstruction ManagementFinance and BankingHuman Resource ManagementMaster in Business Adminstration (MBA)Project ManagementDoctor of EducationMasters of Education.PhD in Architecture and Sustainable Built EnvironmentPhD in Computer ScienceEngineering ManagementIntelligent Building Design and AutomationStructural EngineeringSustainable Design of the Built Environment Systems EngineeringInformatics ( Knowledge and Data Management)IT Management
Masters Study optionsMost Masters level programmes have options for
1. Masters programme (Dissertation or Project)
Dissertation
Dissertation-based students upon successful completion of the required taught modules will undertake an academic study. The dissertation is a research-based investigation and analysis in an area of their choice that relates to the subject matter of the programme.
The Masters programme (dissertation-based) consists of taught mod-ules usually for a total of 120 credits plus a dissertation (usually 60 credits) for a grand total of 180 credits and could be completed in 12-24 months.
Project
Upon the successful completion of required and supplementary modules, stu-dents will undertake a short practical research project. The student will focus on applying the knowledge learnt in several modules to review, revise, assess
and improve a relevant topic or design in an area of practical importance for the application of the programme to the work environment
The Masters programme (project based) consists of taught modules electives for a total of 160 credits plus a project (20 credits) for a grand total of 180 credits and could be completed in 12-24 months.
2. PG Diploma
Consists of taught modules only (usually for a total of 120 credits) and could be completed in 10-12 months.
Consists of three taught modules only (usually for a total of 60 credits) and could be completed in 3-6 months.
4. Single Modules
Single modules may be taken for continuing professional development.
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FFaculty of Business
PhD in Project Management
Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
Construction Management
Finance and Banking
Human Resource Management
Master in Business Adminstration (MBA)
Project Management
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PPhD in Project Management
Accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research UAE, this new programme is an ex-cellent opportunity for UAE residents to engage in an advanced research programme leading to the highest academic qualification. Offering in-depth insight into ground-breaking knowledge it will develop top talent for higher-level management positions and academia. It’s the first programme of its kind in the region, stu-dents will study the following
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PPhD in Project Management
Accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research UAE, this new programme is an ex-cellent opportunity for UAE residents to engage in an advanced research programme leading to the highest academic qualification. Offering in-depth insight into ground-breaking knowledge it will develop top talent for higher-level management positions and academia. It’s the first programme of its kind in the region, stu-dents will study the following
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CConstruction Law and Dispute Resolution
Designed for practicing lawyers, engineers, architects, surveyors and those in other related disciplines, the MSc develops expertise in areas related to construc-tion law and dispute resolution, with a foundation in law for non-lawyers and construction for lawyers.Supporting the career development for GCC residents engaged in infrastructure and building projects in the public and private sectors. It covers basic construction technology, legal knowledge and techniques, current theory and practice in construction law and alternative dispute resolution.
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CConstruction Law and Dispute Resolution
Designed for practicing lawyers, engineers, architects, surveyors and those in other related disciplines, the MSc develops expertise in areas related to construc-tion law and dispute resolution, with a foundation in law for non-lawyers and construction for lawyers.Supporting the career development for GCC residents engaged in infrastructure and building projects in the public and private sectors. It covers basic construction technology, legal knowledge and techniques, current theory and practice in construction law and alternative dispute resolution.
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Modules:
Introduction to Law (for students with limited background in Law)Key aspects and features of relevant legal systems and the foundation of law for the construction industry.
Introduction to Construction (for students with limited background in construction) Key aspects and features of construction and con-struction technology, technical and professional contexts for the use and application of construction law.
Construction Law I
Provides a deeper understanding of the problems, procedures, con-tracts, legal precedents, legal doctrines, interpretation and advice relevant to the world of construction
Arbitration and Construction
Introducing dispute resolution, this module then details different aspects of arbitration, including international commercial arbitration, especially in the UAE and the wider Gulf Region.
Dispute Resolution and Construction
Provides a deeper understanding of dispute resolution and their appli-cability for the UAE and the wider Gulf Region.
Construction Law II
Provides more complex study of legal implications of construction projects, agreements and protocols.
Arbitration Award Writing
Study of the requirements for writing a final, reasoned and enforce-able arbitration Award in a commercial dispute based on international commercial arbitration in Dubai, the UAE and the wider Gulf Region.
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CConstruction Management
The MSc in Construction Management (CM) is designed to attract professionals and practitioners with experi-ence in the construction industry who want to develop their skills and progress in their career to assume management positions in the industry. The programme aims to attract students from building, architecture, engineering (civil, structural, mechanical and electri-cal), surveying, and business management.
The aim of this programme of study is to provide the higher learning that would enable you to play a lead-ing role in building a progressive and competitive construction industry. The programme will provide you with the knowledge and skills to effectively man-age organisations and activities in construction. The programme has a strong industry focus, assignments, tutorials, and case studies which will require you to apply acquired knowledge on real life situation. In addition, academic staff with extensive industry ex-perience and strong professional links, nationally and internationally will bring to the classroom case studies and examples to help in linking theory to practice.18
Modules:
Construction Business Management - provides knowledge and a higher level understanding of the construction firm as a business unit.
Construction Procurement - provides both knowledge and a higher level of understanding effective procurement for construction projects
People, Culture and Organisation - provides knowledge and under-standing of people and culture on a wide range of topics relevant to a project manager.
International Construction - provides knowledge and a higher level understanding of international construction and its regional and global market context.
Sustainable Built Environment - introduces the fundamental princi-ples guiding sustainable development of the built environment including avoidance or minimization of negative impacts on the environment; con-servation and efficient use of natural resources; preservation of cultural patterns; and ecological harmony and respect for biodiversity.
Research Methods - to provide a comprehensive understanding of research methods and approaches
Masters Dissertation – provides an opportunity to demonstrate your independent and critical research skills and develop an in depth expert knowledge in a focused area of construction management.
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CConstruction Management
The MSc in Construction Management (CM) is designed to attract professionals and practitioners with experi-ence in the construction industry who want to develop their skills and progress in their career to assume management positions in the industry. The programme aims to attract students from building, architecture, engineering (civil, structural, mechanical and electri-cal), surveying, and business management.
The aim of this programme of study is to provide the higher learning that would enable you to play a lead-ing role in building a progressive and competitive construction industry. The programme will provide you with the knowledge and skills to effectively man-age organisations and activities in construction. The programme has a strong industry focus, assignments, tutorials, and case studies which will require you to apply acquired knowledge on real life situation. In addition, academic staff with extensive industry ex-perience and strong professional links, nationally and internationally will bring to the classroom case studies and examples to help in linking theory to practice.18
Modules:
Construction Business Management - provides knowledge and a higher level understanding of the construction firm as a business unit.
Construction Procurement - provides both knowledge and a higher level of understanding effective procurement for construction projects
People, Culture and Organisation - provides knowledge and under-standing of people and culture on a wide range of topics relevant to a project manager.
International Construction - provides knowledge and a higher level understanding of international construction and its regional and global market context.
Sustainable Built Environment - introduces the fundamental princi-ples guiding sustainable development of the built environment including avoidance or minimization of negative impacts on the environment; con-servation and efficient use of natural resources; preservation of cultural patterns; and ecological harmony and respect for biodiversity.
Research Methods - to provide a comprehensive understanding of research methods and approaches
Masters Dissertation – provides an opportunity to demonstrate your independent and critical research skills and develop an in depth expert knowledge in a focused area of construction management.
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FFinance and Banking
The world of finance, with its diverse career opportuni-ties and continuing demand for capable postgraduate executives, is an attractive career choice. If you are a recent graduate, the full-time MSc programme will equip you with the relevant knowledge and skills nec-essary to enter management-track positions in banks, financial services companies, large corporations, cen-tral banking and regulatory authorities. Alternatively, if you have experience at a junior or mid-career level in the financial sector, the part-time programme pro-vides the knowledge and skills which will enable you to advance into senior positions in trading, treasury, risk management, investment, banking, regulation and compliance. The BUiD MSc in Finance and Banking of-fers graduate-level, best-practice courses, informed by international research and experience.
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Core Modules:
Quantitative Methods for Finance: Covers advanced quantitative techniques commonly used in analysing financial market data, and for guiding investment decisions.Corporate Finance: Relates finance theory to corporate policy issues such as capital structure, debt policy and capital budgeting, dividend policy and mergers & acquisitions.
Financial Statement Analysis: Use of financial statements and its interpretations of accounting reports for business decision making
Financial Markets & Institutions: Examines the operation of major financial markets and principles of modern investment management includes theory and practice in modern banking.
Risk Management, Regulation and Structured Products: analyses approaches to financial (market), credit and operational risk measure-ment & management for banks and financial institutions mainly in the context of Basel guidelines.
Elective Modules (choose two modules depending upon your areas of interest.) Islamic Finance: introduces concepts of Islamic finance,products used in retail and investment banking and project finance.
Clearing and Settlement of Financial Trades: explores strategic and
risk-management aspects of operations in securities, foreign exchange, and derivative markets.
Financial Crime, Money Laundering and Governance in Bank-ing: studies the prevention and control of financial crime in banks and financial institutions.Finance and Regulation in Emerging Markets: looks into the inclusion of Emerging Market securities in a global portfolio including sources of relted risks Forecasting and Trading Strategies in Financial Markets:Providesa practical understanding of statistical and judge-mental techniques used by traders and analysts Credit Risk Management: appraises the credit risks to which a portfolio of credit assets is exposed ,the techniques for assessing the associated exposure.
Hedging: introduces principles and techniques commonly used in the management of financial risk.
Trading Strategies and Trade Management: introduces principles and techniques commonly used in financial markets analysis and trad-ing
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FFinance and Banking
The world of finance, with its diverse career opportuni-ties and continuing demand for capable postgraduate executives, is an attractive career choice. If you are a recent graduate, the full-time MSc programme will equip you with the relevant knowledge and skills nec-essary to enter management-track positions in banks, financial services companies, large corporations, cen-tral banking and regulatory authorities. Alternatively, if you have experience at a junior or mid-career level in the financial sector, the part-time programme pro-vides the knowledge and skills which will enable you to advance into senior positions in trading, treasury, risk management, investment, banking, regulation and compliance. The BUiD MSc in Finance and Banking of-fers graduate-level, best-practice courses, informed by international research and experience.
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Core Modules:
Quantitative Methods for Finance: Covers advanced quantitative techniques commonly used in analysing financial market data, and for guiding investment decisions.Corporate Finance: Relates finance theory to corporate policy issues such as capital structure, debt policy and capital budgeting, dividend policy and mergers & acquisitions.
Financial Statement Analysis: Use of financial statements and its interpretations of accounting reports for business decision making
Financial Markets & Institutions: Examines the operation of major financial markets and principles of modern investment management includes theory and practice in modern banking.
Risk Management, Regulation and Structured Products: analyses approaches to financial (market), credit and operational risk measure-ment & management for banks and financial institutions mainly in the context of Basel guidelines.
Elective Modules (choose two modules depending upon your areas of interest.) Islamic Finance: introduces concepts of Islamic finance,products used in retail and investment banking and project finance.
Clearing and Settlement of Financial Trades: explores strategic and
risk-management aspects of operations in securities, foreign exchange, and derivative markets.
Financial Crime, Money Laundering and Governance in Bank-ing: studies the prevention and control of financial crime in banks and financial institutions.Finance and Regulation in Emerging Markets: looks into the inclusion of Emerging Market securities in a global portfolio including sources of relted risks Forecasting and Trading Strategies in Financial Markets:Providesa practical understanding of statistical and judge-mental techniques used by traders and analysts Credit Risk Management: appraises the credit risks to which a portfolio of credit assets is exposed ,the techniques for assessing the associated exposure.
Hedging: introduces principles and techniques commonly used in the management of financial risk.
Trading Strategies and Trade Management: introduces principles and techniques commonly used in financial markets analysis and trad-ing
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HHuman Resource Management
This is a business oriented degree, which equips students for an enhanced professional role in Human Resource Management. Of relevance for work in a private or public bodies, small or medium sized busi-nesses as well as large global organizations.Developed by the British University in Dubai, the pro-gramme has been designed in association with Man-chester Business School (MBS) one of Europe’s leading business schools,
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HHuman Resource Management
This is a business oriented degree, which equips students for an enhanced professional role in Human Resource Management. Of relevance for work in a private or public bodies, small or medium sized busi-nesses as well as large global organizations.Developed by the British University in Dubai, the pro-gramme has been designed in association with Man-chester Business School (MBS) one of Europe’s leading business schools,
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Core Modules:
Strategy and Human Resource Management
Studies the role of strategy in organizations, different models of HRM, shared responsibilities for managing HR and the importance of employee engagement
Human Resource Management in Action
Examines HRM activities within the context of relevant theory and prac-tice to assess their contribution to an effective HRM strategy.
Organisational Behaviour and Business Leadership
Provides a solid understanding of individual and group behaviour in work organisations.
Research Methods in HRM
Examines research methods and their applicability to different environ-ments and situations. Identifies the value and relevance of institutional research to the management of organizations.
Elective Modules:
Employment Policy
The policy is examined within the context of general theory noting the applicability of different policies across a range of diverse contexts, including the UAE.
Comparative and International Employment Systems
Focuses on culture and institutions within the UAE noting their impact on employment policy and HRM. Systems
Organisational Change
Introduces change theories and associated models for change manage-ment and exploring the various key elements of change within organi-zations in the UAE.
The Role of the HR Function in Modern Organisations
Analyses the contribution of the HR function to organizational success in the context of the UAE and the wider Gulf region.
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MMaster of BusinessAdminstration (MBA)
The BUiD-MBA is designed to incorporate and reflect International best practices in MBA delivery and is based on the best methods for business education founded upon critical enquiry and challenge. The pro-gramme provides an opportunity for students to de-velop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, intellectual and practical skills, aspects of competence and other attributes
The BUiD-MBA is taught by expert resident professorial staff who provide rigorous tutorial direction. BUiD has a strong reputation of strong and relevant support for post-graduate academic success and the best library and learning materials in DIAC, making the BUiD-MBA programme one of the most competitive programmes on offer in Dubai.
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MMaster of BusinessAdminstration (MBA)
The BUiD-MBA is designed to incorporate and reflect International best practices in MBA delivery and is based on the best methods for business education founded upon critical enquiry and challenge. The pro-gramme provides an opportunity for students to de-velop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, intellectual and practical skills, aspects of competence and other attributes
The BUiD-MBA is taught by expert resident professorial staff who provide rigorous tutorial direction. BUiD has a strong reputation of strong and relevant support for post-graduate academic success and the best library and learning materials in DIAC, making the BUiD-MBA programme one of the most competitive programmes on offer in Dubai.
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7 Core & 1 Elective Module & Business Consultancy Project
The BUiD MBA Foundation: The Foundation programme will provide non-business students with the required knowledge and skills that they need to pursue the MBA programme.
CORE MODULES Marketing Management: Develops a managerial overview of the role of the marketing function within an organisation.
Organisational Change: Provides a solid understanding of how theories of organisational change and management impact organisations in the UAE.
Organisational Behaviour and Business Leadership: Provides a solid understanding of individual and group behaviour in work organisations and examines management’s role in diagnosing behaviours and adopting practices that can improve organisational effectiveness.
Economics and Business Environment: Covers principles of macroe-conomics and microeconomics, and deals with their application to private and public sector management contexts.
Operations Management: Develops a clear understanding of all as-pects of operations management and their interrelationship, based on theory and illustrated with real-life case studies
Accounting and Finance for Managers: Enables students to gain an advanced knowledge and deep understanding of accounting and finan-cial management.
Strategic Management: Examines the purpose of organisations, establishing objectives and formulating strategies to achieve strategic objectives through portfolio and programme management in a multi-project environment.
ELECTIVE MODULES (one module)Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility: Defines the components in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the relevant dependencies and areas of overlap with general corporate governance.
Management Information Systems: Appraises the manager’s in-creasing responsibility for identifying information system needs and for designing and implementing information systems that support these needs.
Introduction to Law: Provides a general overview of the law of obliga-tions. It is intended for students who do not have a law degree. 25
PProject Management
The MSc in Project Management will provide you with the practical skills and theoretical background to become a reflective practitioner able to initiate and implement change in industry and society whether you are representing the sponsor, contractor, consultant or any other project stakeholder. As a graduate in Project Management from the British University in Dubai, you will be able to contribute effectively to an organisa-tion’s survival and growth even in the toughest of economic climates. The course develops competencies for students across all management levels to achieve objectives in corporate strategy, product and portfo-lio management, change programmes and different types and sizes of project, both stand alone and within multi-project environments. The benefits of project management are relevant to many sectors ranging from engineering, oil and gas, IT and communications, finance, manufacturing, logistics, construction, govern-ment and social development. Project management is also rich in opportunities for personal enterprise and performance enhancement from team building and leadership, to starting a new business or undertaking a unique life-adventure. 26
Modules:
•Strategic Project Management - provides knowledge and a higher level of understanding of the strategic planning process in organisations.
•Project, Programme and Portfolio Management - gives students an insight into the fundamentals of project, programme and portfolio man-agement and how these concepts combine to deliver benefits.
•People, Culture and Organisation - provides knowledge and un-derstanding of a wide range of people and culture topics relevant to a project manager.
•Planning, Execution and Control - provides knowledge and a higher level of understanding of planning, execution and control processes.
•Commercial and Procurement - provides both knowledge and a higher level of understanding in the application of legal and commercial issues.
•Research Methods - provides a comprehensive understanding of research methods and approaches.
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PProject Management
The MSc in Project Management will provide you with the practical skills and theoretical background to become a reflective practitioner able to initiate and implement change in industry and society whether you are representing the sponsor, contractor, consultant or any other project stakeholder. As a graduate in Project Management from the British University in Dubai, you will be able to contribute effectively to an organisa-tion’s survival and growth even in the toughest of economic climates. The course develops competencies for students across all management levels to achieve objectives in corporate strategy, product and portfo-lio management, change programmes and different types and sizes of project, both stand alone and within multi-project environments. The benefits of project management are relevant to many sectors ranging from engineering, oil and gas, IT and communications, finance, manufacturing, logistics, construction, govern-ment and social development. Project management is also rich in opportunities for personal enterprise and performance enhancement from team building and leadership, to starting a new business or undertaking a unique life-adventure. 26
Modules:
•Strategic Project Management - provides knowledge and a higher level of understanding of the strategic planning process in organisations.
•Project, Programme and Portfolio Management - gives students an insight into the fundamentals of project, programme and portfolio man-agement and how these concepts combine to deliver benefits.
•People, Culture and Organisation - provides knowledge and un-derstanding of a wide range of people and culture topics relevant to a project manager.
•Planning, Execution and Control - provides knowledge and a higher level of understanding of planning, execution and control processes.
•Commercial and Procurement - provides both knowledge and a higher level of understanding in the application of legal and commercial issues.
•Research Methods - provides a comprehensive understanding of research methods and approaches.
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FFaculty of Education Doctor of Education
Masters of Education
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FFaculty of Education Doctor of Education
Masters of Education
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Faculty of Education with Graduates
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Doctor of Education
Masters of Education
DDoctor of Education(EdD)
The EdD degree (the region’s first accredited Doctor-ate in Education) meets the needs and interests of professionals working within the educational sector from schools higher education as well as organisations with educational and training responsibilities in the public and private sectors. Through consultation with a Director of Studies and Personal Tutor, the student designs a specialised research programme to meet his/her educational and career objectives. The programme attracts high achieving participants interested in excel-lence across diverse educational practices.Study at the doctoral level consists of investigation, enquiry, interpretation and critique, (presented in the taught modules), applied to the latest research find-ings within the area of study ; combined with criticism and extension of knowledge , leading to a major piece of independent research. There are three modes of study one can undertake: Full Time, Half-Time, and Reduced Part Time
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DDoctor of Education(EdD)
The EdD degree (the region’s first accredited Doctor-ate in Education) meets the needs and interests of professionals working within the educational sector from schools higher education as well as organisations with educational and training responsibilities in the public and private sectors. Through consultation with a Director of Studies and Personal Tutor, the student designs a specialised research programme to meet his/her educational and career objectives. The programme attracts high achieving participants interested in excel-lence across diverse educational practices.Study at the doctoral level consists of investigation, enquiry, interpretation and critique, (presented in the taught modules), applied to the latest research find-ings within the area of study ; combined with criticism and extension of knowledge , leading to a major piece of independent research. There are three modes of study one can undertake: Full Time, Half-Time, and Reduced Part Time
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Core Research Modules
Research Methodology 1: Different Research Paradigms and Ad-vanced Qualitative Methods in Education (30 credits) covers the un-derlying theory and forms of qualitative research approaches, meth-ods, analysis and ethics.
Research Methodology 2: Quantitative Methods and Analysis (30 credits) aims to present and familarise the students with, a range of methods of data collection and analysis and statistical tools
Research Methodology 3: Research Design and Research Plan De-velopment (40 credits) concentrates on the development and design of thesis proposals, including preparatory papers (thesis critique, theoretical framework, research approach, methodology) and a thesis proposal.
General Modules (Select one -20 credits)
Assessment and Learning provides a deeper understanding of knowledge, issues and research into assessment and learning.Educational Policy: Theory, Development, Practice & Evaluation Looks at Change processes in educational organizations are the sub-stance of this module. It introduces educators and educational policy-makers and leaders to thinking critically about the art theory and processes of educational policy-making.
Mentorship and Teacher Development in a Multicultural Environ-ment Looks at strategies for supervision and how democratic su-pervisory relationships can be established. Students reflect on tech-niques for providing feedback in different cultural settings, and to on their own attitudes to counseling and advice in relation to different cultures
Subject study Modules (3 Modules, 20 Credits Each)Based on your research area, with a supplementary general or spe-cial study module if your subject area has only two specific module
TESOL
Current Issues in Psycholinguistics and Language Learning and Teaching involves the study of research into language acquisition and resulting TESOL methodology. Students reflect on and re-assess a wide range of recent and traditional approaches to TESOL including Psycholinguistic and applied linguistic frameworks.
Perspectives on Materials and Syllabus Design in TESOL exam-ines the relationship between linguistic theory and cognitive proc-esses involved in second language learning and the pedagogic ma-terial used, including different models of grammatical and linguistic descriptions and their effects on materials.
Discourse Analysis as a Research Tool amplifies models of analysis for written and spoken discourse, including aspects of supra seg- 31
mental phonology. Students are provided with the tools to observe, transcribe and describe oral language, including classroom language, discourse intonation, and student interaction.
Special and Inclusive Education
Research Perspectives on Inclusive Practice critically examines the evidence for the efficacy of inclusive education in relation to learners with different types of difficulty or special need. It encourages reflec-tion on diverse practice in inclusive and special settings
Education of Children with Exceptional Learning Needs is based on the general issues and key theories related to the education of learn-ers with exceptional learning needs including diverse inclusion and differential practices .
Management & Leadership Curriculum and Innovation: History, Theory, and Development Explains and explores curriculum models and curriculum design and development procedures. Practical exercises in curriculum develop-ment are undertaken to explore Issues of power and control of the curriculum, as well as transfer across national contexts.
Educational Organisation: Culture, Theory & Practice Studies organizational behavior within the context of global economy, where
leaders and managers now work in organisations full of cultural diver-sity; and the nature of the workforce has changed with old ways and standards no longer applying.
Theory and Practice of Leadership in Education covers the basic theories and models of leadership as they apply to educational set-tings, including international, regional, and local theory, issues and empirical research on social, cultural, psychological (personality & character), political, and ethical dimensions.Citizenship, Environmental and Human Rights Education examines these fields interpretatively and critically through their historical ori-gins and development, conceptual, theoretical and philosophical foun-dations of these political and social constructions, and their application to education in the West and in the Arab and Muslim world including the policy of ‘emiratisation’.
Math Education
Research on curriculum Developments in Mathematics Looks at Math curricular content, learning processes, teacher education, in-structional practices, instructional materials assessment, and research policies and mechanism. It will include a critical overview of research theories on the mathematics curriculum.
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mental phonology. Students are provided with the tools to observe, transcribe and describe oral language, including classroom language, discourse intonation, and student interaction.
Special and Inclusive Education
Research Perspectives on Inclusive Practice critically examines the evidence for the efficacy of inclusive education in relation to learners with different types of difficulty or special need. It encourages reflec-tion on diverse practice in inclusive and special settings
Education of Children with Exceptional Learning Needs is based on the general issues and key theories related to the education of learn-ers with exceptional learning needs including diverse inclusion and differential practices .
Management & Leadership Curriculum and Innovation: History, Theory, and Development Explains and explores curriculum models and curriculum design and development procedures. Practical exercises in curriculum develop-ment are undertaken to explore Issues of power and control of the curriculum, as well as transfer across national contexts.
Educational Organisation: Culture, Theory & Practice Studies organizational behavior within the context of global economy, where
leaders and managers now work in organisations full of cultural diver-sity; and the nature of the workforce has changed with old ways and standards no longer applying.
Theory and Practice of Leadership in Education covers the basic theories and models of leadership as they apply to educational set-tings, including international, regional, and local theory, issues and empirical research on social, cultural, psychological (personality & character), political, and ethical dimensions.Citizenship, Environmental and Human Rights Education examines these fields interpretatively and critically through their historical ori-gins and development, conceptual, theoretical and philosophical foun-dations of these political and social constructions, and their application to education in the West and in the Arab and Muslim world including the policy of ‘emiratisation’.
Math Education
Research on curriculum Developments in Mathematics Looks at Math curricular content, learning processes, teacher education, in-structional practices, instructional materials assessment, and research policies and mechanism. It will include a critical overview of research theories on the mathematics curriculum.
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Reading Mathematics Education Research Provides contemporary research on teaching and learning mathematics in schools and col-leges. During the module, students develop a frame work for critically examining research in mathematics education in their own jurisdic-tion.
Transferable Skills (Non-credit) During the latter part of the taught programme students will need to successfully complete the Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and Workplaces module.
The Thesis (360 credit hours)a major distinct and original doctoral submission of 50,000 -60,000 words. Draws on a research investiga-tion or on a scholarly critique related to a specific professional con-text. It requires individual work under the supervision of a Director of Studies; in some cases a student may also have a co-supervisor if the topic warrants expertise from more than one individual.
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MMaster of Education (MEd)
The Faculty of Education provides modern, fully ac-credited, and innovative programmes to support the development needs of the education system in the UAE, the Gulf and the wider Middle/Far Eastern con-text. It brings together experienced teachers from wide ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds to allow them to examine modern educational theories and approaches under the guidance of expert staff. This allows the participants to reflect on their own educational contexts, to examine the latest interna-tional research findings, and to use this process to develop as individual teachers and as future managers of education.Students can specialise in any one of these areas for their Masters programmes: International Management, Special and Inclusive Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Information Communi-cation & Technology, and Science Education.
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MMaster of Education (MEd)
The Faculty of Education provides modern, fully ac-credited, and innovative programmes to support the development needs of the education system in the UAE, the Gulf and the wider Middle/Far Eastern con-text. It brings together experienced teachers from wide ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds to allow them to examine modern educational theories and approaches under the guidance of expert staff. This allows the participants to reflect on their own educational contexts, to examine the latest interna-tional research findings, and to use this process to develop as individual teachers and as future managers of education.Students can specialise in any one of these areas for their Masters programmes: International Management, Special and Inclusive Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Information Communi-cation & Technology, and Science Education.
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Core Modules
Research Methods in Education Explores different research methodologies applicable to research in education. Educational PolicyLooks at fundamental policy concepts, processes and issues, and ex-plain the policy development process
Teaching and LearningCovers the nature of the learning process, and its implications for teaching and learning environments.
Elective Modules for Each Concentration
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Discourse for Language TeachersIntroduces models of analysis for written and spoken discourse, in-cluding aspects of phonology.
ELT Syllabus and DesignIntroduces different approaches to syllabus design special emphasis on learning a second language with a different scriptal system.
Second Language Teaching and Learning
looks at current research into how languages are learnt, and the im-plications for language teaching methodology. Recent (and tradition-al) approaches to the teaching of second languages are examined.
Special and Inclusive Education
Provides an overview of learning difficulties. It looks at curriculum development, interdisciplinary work, and differentiation of lessons, classroom management strategies and individual education plans.
Education of Children with Exceptional Learning NeedsSurveys the exceptional learning needs focusing on four main cat-egories: emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), Autistic Spec-trum Disorders (ASD), dyslexia, and the gifted or talented. It looks at identification, programme planning, curriculum and pedagogy.
Inclusion and Special EducationLooks at current policy on inclusion into mainstream education. Stu-dents to become familiar with strategic direction, identification and evidence of efficacy, as well as pedagogical issues of teaching and 35
learning in inclusive settings.
Management Leadership and Policy
Leadership for School ImprovementCritically examines the notions of ‘leadership’. It looks at school de-velopment planning and school improvement processes, and man-agement of change in different educational and cultural contexts. It also focuses on the qualities, skills and challenges the participants to as members of management teams - Organizational BehaviourExamines the existing organization of schools and applies new con-cepts and paradigms to the improvement of such organizations, recognizing local, regional and global changes in 21st century.
Education, Innovation and Curriculum Promotes an understanding of the nature, history, role and contri-butions of the curriculum as pivotal to effective educational innova-tion Observation, Teacher Development, Evaluation and Supervi-sion Provides the skills for effective guidance to your teacher colleagues and to understand the processes of teacher development.
Information and Communication Technology
Learning and Educational Technology examines how technology affects learning and teaching. and also examines the way that learning takes place in different subject areas and the methodology by which this can be helped by technology.
E-Learning and Blended LearningExamines the integration of ICT within a subject scheme of study. It looks at the different learning platforms as well as specific software approaches can be integrated into the overall learning experience
Managing Educational TechnologyExamines the role of the ICT coordinator in different educational con-texts. It deals with issues concerned with innovation related to infor-mation technology.
Science Education
Trends & Issues in Science EducationProvides an overview of research methods and findings in science teaching and learning at K-12 levels. Students will critically analyze readings and interpret data related to science education for school and college broader policy making . Students will develop a frame-
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learning in inclusive settings.
Management Leadership and Policy
Leadership for School ImprovementCritically examines the notions of ‘leadership’. It looks at school de-velopment planning and school improvement processes, and man-agement of change in different educational and cultural contexts. It also focuses on the qualities, skills and challenges the participants to as members of management teams - Organizational BehaviourExamines the existing organization of schools and applies new con-cepts and paradigms to the improvement of such organizations, recognizing local, regional and global changes in 21st century.
Education, Innovation and Curriculum Promotes an understanding of the nature, history, role and contri-butions of the curriculum as pivotal to effective educational innova-tion Observation, Teacher Development, Evaluation and Supervi-sion Provides the skills for effective guidance to your teacher colleagues and to understand the processes of teacher development.
Information and Communication Technology
Learning and Educational Technology examines how technology affects learning and teaching. and also examines the way that learning takes place in different subject areas and the methodology by which this can be helped by technology.
E-Learning and Blended LearningExamines the integration of ICT within a subject scheme of study. It looks at the different learning platforms as well as specific software approaches can be integrated into the overall learning experience
Managing Educational TechnologyExamines the role of the ICT coordinator in different educational con-texts. It deals with issues concerned with innovation related to infor-mation technology.
Science Education
Trends & Issues in Science EducationProvides an overview of research methods and findings in science teaching and learning at K-12 levels. Students will critically analyze readings and interpret data related to science education for school and college broader policy making . Students will develop a frame-
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work for research into science education based on their own explana-tions and experience of curriculum and instruction at school, zone, national or regional levels.
Provides a discourse on major theories and issues on the history phi-losophy and nature of science. It considers how it works, and its ethi-cal and societal considerations and studies the parallel but separate development of science and technology.
Critical Thinking & Moral Reasoning in Science EducationProvides students with an overview of ethics, moral reasoning and critical thinking skills in science education. Major theories of moral reasoning, such as Kohlberg’s and others, will be studied alongside common fallacies in students’ everyday reasoning .
Interdisciplinary Math, Science & TechnologyRecognizes the interdisciplinary connections between science, math, and technology. Examine both parallel connected developments in math, science and knowledge education it also considers their inter-disciplinary impact on K-12 student learning, curriculum and policy
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FFaculty of Engineering & IT
PhD in Architecture and Sustainable Built Environment
PhD in Computer Science
Engineering Management
Intelligent Building Design and Automation
Structural Engineering
Sustainable Design of the Built Environment
Systems Engineering
Informatics ( Knowledge and Data Management)
IT Management
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FFaculty of Engineering & IT
PhD in Architecture and Sustainable Built Environment
PhD in Computer Science
Engineering Management
Intelligent Building Design and Automation
Structural Engineering
Sustainable Design of the Built Environment
Systems Engineering
Informatics ( Knowledge and Data Management)
IT Management
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Students’ trip to Cardiff University
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APhD in Architecture and Sustainable Built Environment
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The programme’s research area meets an important skill/ knowledge need in the increasingly important area of environmentally-aware design requirements. Sustainable and environmentally-conscious designs are becoming a major factor in the evaluation of new designs worldwide. Indeed large projects now require an environmental impactassessment before proceeding
The issues of environment protection, energy efficiency and water management have been specifically identified in one of the five Guiding Principles published in the recent DubaiStrategic Plan 2015
Keeping in view the aspirations of Dubai and UAE, the programme is an endeavour to fulfil BUiD’s goal of providing a distinctive British contribution to the higher educational system in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through the creation of a high quality research-led university withleading-edge research capabilities in key disciplines
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APhD in Architecture and Sustainable Built Environment
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The programme’s research area meets an important skill/ knowledge need in the increasingly important area of environmentally-aware design requirements. Sustainable and environmentally-conscious designs are becoming a major factor in the evaluation of new designs worldwide. Indeed large projects now require an environmental impactassessment before proceeding
The issues of environment protection, energy efficiency and water management have been specifically identified in one of the five Guiding Principles published in the recent DubaiStrategic Plan 2015
Keeping in view the aspirations of Dubai and UAE, the programme is an endeavour to fulfil BUiD’s goal of providing a distinctive British contribution to the higher educational system in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through the creation of a high quality research-led university withleading-edge research capabilities in key disciplines
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Core Modules
Research Paradigms and Advanced Qualitative Methods-Theory and forms of qualitative research approaches, methods and eth-ics.
Advanced Quantitative Methods and Analysis –Methods of data collection, analysis and interpretation.
Research Design and Plan Development – The student is guided in forming his/ her own research proposals for the doctoral thesis.
Advanced Building Performance Modelling: Covers advanced mod-elling techniques to simulate and optimise the performance of different components used in buildings.
Sustainable Architecture: Past, Present and Future: Aims to develop critical understanding of past, present and future trends in sustainable built environment.
ELECTIVE MODULES (Two Modules)Advanced Indoor Air Quality and Climate: Aims to provide the lat-est research development knowledge and skills needed for achieving a healthy indoor environment requisite to acceptable indoor air quality .
Advanced Building Acoustics: Focuses on creating solutions to avoid discomfort that may arise from noise and vibration usually requires so-phisticated and innovative solutions.
CFD Applications in the Built Environment: Teaches the funda-mentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) including the govern-ing equations, laminar and turbulent flow, steady and unsteady flows, turbulence modelling, discretization & meshing, types and application of boundary conditions, and the different types of convection heat transfer.
Environmental Economics and Policy: Tackles aspects related to the impact of the economy on the environment and the appropriate ways of regulating economic activity in order to strike a balance among eco-nomic, environmental and social goals.
Lighting Performance and Strategies: Offers an in-depth look at natural light performance and design in the built environment. High-lights the role of electrical lighting and investigate ways to compromise its use with day lighting systems.
Smart Infrastructure: Offers an in-depth look at sustainable engi-neering practices in an urban design context. It aims to provide ad-vanced knowledge on various aspects related to achieving smart and sustainable infrastructure.
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The programme has been developed to meet the grow- ing needs of professionals in the UAE who have already achieved their Masters degree and now wish to pursuehigher ambitions and achieve the highest academic qualifi-cation while continuing to live and work in the UAEThe demand for academics in CS and related areas is grow- ing as the number of higher education programmes in theseareas continues to grow. More generally, there is an interna-tional and regional need for advanced CS capacity
The programme qualifies the PhD holders to work in aca- demic institutions as professors, and work in the industry as consultants or senior professionals. Full time students can finish the programme in 3 years while dedicated part-timestudents can finish in 4 yearsCPhD Computer Science
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The programme has been developed to meet the grow- ing needs of professionals in the UAE who have already achieved their Masters degree and now wish to pursuehigher ambitions and achieve the highest academic qualifi-cation while continuing to live and work in the UAEThe demand for academics in CS and related areas is grow- ing as the number of higher education programmes in theseareas continues to grow. More generally, there is an interna-tional and regional need for advanced CS capacity
The programme qualifies the PhD holders to work in aca- demic institutions as professors, and work in the industry as consultants or senior professionals. Full time students can finish the programme in 3 years while dedicated part-timestudents can finish in 4 yearsCPhD Computer Science
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EEngineering Management*
It is becoming more important for engineers to gain additional mana-gerial skills in order to be able to progress their career and get pro- moted in their work. As time progresses, an engineer has to deal with a wider range of business-related activities in addition to the technicalaspects of their job. This often includes preparing strategy, manag- ing people and ability to make basic finance and accounting decisions. Most engineers need further knowledge in these areas to help them intheir progression within their organizations and professionThus at the core of this programme are the major managerial knowl- edge and skills engineers need to support them in their management tasks which are closely related to any engineering role. This includes engineering management & corporate strategy, accounting & financingand human resource managementThis programme is not intended to transform engineers into admin- istrative managers as it also includes robust and advanced technical components. It provides advanced analytical know-how and skills in mathematical and statistical tools and techniques that are applicableto a wide range of engineering disciplines and applications The MSc award requires the student to complete the four core modules and an additional two electives plus dissertation or four electives plusa research project
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EEngineering Management*
It is becoming more important for engineers to gain additional mana-gerial skills in order to be able to progress their career and get pro- moted in their work. As time progresses, an engineer has to deal with a wider range of business-related activities in addition to the technicalaspects of their job. This often includes preparing strategy, manag- ing people and ability to make basic finance and accounting decisions. Most engineers need further knowledge in these areas to help them intheir progression within their organizations and professionThus at the core of this programme are the major managerial knowl- edge and skills engineers need to support them in their management tasks which are closely related to any engineering role. This includes engineering management & corporate strategy, accounting & financingand human resource managementThis programme is not intended to transform engineers into admin- istrative managers as it also includes robust and advanced technical components. It provides advanced analytical know-how and skills in mathematical and statistical tools and techniques that are applicableto a wide range of engineering disciplines and applications The MSc award requires the student to complete the four core modules and an additional two electives plus dissertation or four electives plusa research project
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Core Modules:
Engineering Computational Methods: Supports the students in the analysis of engineering information; presentation and analysis of data in the development of engineering models of the systems and the use of data and theoretical concepts to make engineering decisions for products, processes designs and problem solving.
Engineering Management and Corporate Strategy: Enable stu-dents to critically evaluate how corporate strategy is formulated and critically analyse the need for strategic thinking in a rapidly changing economic and competitive environment and appraising the objectives of engineering management.
Organisational Behaviour and Business Leadership: Provides a solid understanding of individuals and group behaviour in work organi-sations. It examines the role of management in diagnosing behaviours and adopting practices that can improve organisational effectiveness.
Accounting and Finance for Managers: Enable students to gain an advanced knowledge and deep understanding of accounting and financial aspects that are expected to be acquired by a manager work-ing for a modern organization. Students will, applying different analyti-cal tools, learn to identify the relevant information for better decision making to the advantage of the organization.
CONCENTRATION/ELECTIVE MODULES:
Energy Management 1Energy Management 2Reliability Engineering and Maintenance ManagementSystem and Maintenance ManagementManufacturing Management and ControlManufacturing TechnologySupply Chain Management and IntegrationGlobal Supply Chain Management and Reverse LogisticsSix Sigma and Quality ManagementTotal Quality ManagementRisk Analysis and ManagementRenewable and Sustainable Resources
Intelligent Building Design
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IIntelligent Building Design And Automation
There is a growing awareness within the construction industry of the challenges presented by limited and in-creasingly costly energy resources and the need for envi-ronmentally responsible buildings. The IBDAA programme aims to educate practicing engineers, architects, building physicists, designers and facility managers in the theory and application of the design practices for sustainable built environments and automated domestic systems for high-performance buildings. Its focus is on the building infrastructure and the inclusion of controls and automa-tion which ensure the creation of acceptable indoor en-vironmental quality and the frugal use of energy during construction and throughout the working life of the build-ing. It will enable knowledge advance from undergraduate level studies through to efficiency calculations, modelling, simulation, heat transfer and feedback control methods. The course will also give a thorough understanding of the key specific tools and techniques in intelligent building design, modelling, simulation, optimisation and operation, and provide this with relevant, practical and transferable skills for career advancement. The generalised approach adopted will facilitate the analysis of complex construction and infrastructure projects. The lectures, tutorials and as-signments in each module will be supported by application case studies. You will be encouraged to provide relevant examples of work related situations for your dissertation study.
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IIntelligent Building Design And Automation
There is a growing awareness within the construction industry of the challenges presented by limited and in-creasingly costly energy resources and the need for envi-ronmentally responsible buildings. The IBDAA programme aims to educate practicing engineers, architects, building physicists, designers and facility managers in the theory and application of the design practices for sustainable built environments and automated domestic systems for high-performance buildings. Its focus is on the building infrastructure and the inclusion of controls and automa-tion which ensure the creation of acceptable indoor en-vironmental quality and the frugal use of energy during construction and throughout the working life of the build-ing. It will enable knowledge advance from undergraduate level studies through to efficiency calculations, modelling, simulation, heat transfer and feedback control methods. The course will also give a thorough understanding of the key specific tools and techniques in intelligent building design, modelling, simulation, optimisation and operation, and provide this with relevant, practical and transferable skills for career advancement. The generalised approach adopted will facilitate the analysis of complex construction and infrastructure projects. The lectures, tutorials and as-signments in each module will be supported by application case studies. You will be encouraged to provide relevant examples of work related situations for your dissertation study.
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Modules:
Sustainable Built Environments
Introduces the fundamental principles guiding the sustainable devel-opment of the built environment and emphasises the need functional relationship of ecology, culture and technology
Explores the principles underlying current low energy solutions to servicing strategies and the balance of performance benchmarks with indoor environmental quality.
Intelligent Building DesignOverviews all aspects of intelligent buildings including history, invest-ment appraisal, design, , construction, management strategies, and effects on the environment, end-user experiences Modelling Methods and ApplicationsProvides a thorough understanding of dynamic modelling and simula-tion methods for power, process, manufacturing and general engineer-ing systems software.
System Analysis MethodsStrengthens understanding of system analysis and feedback control using CAD and simulation software.
Process Control TechniquesIntroduces system modelling, control and simulation methods through the use of modern digital computation techniques
SE Elective Modules for project based ENGG504 Distributed and Discrete System AnalysisENGG505 State Space and Multivariable Systems ENGG506 Multivariable Systems and Control
SDBE Elective Modules for Project basedSDBE501 Climate & ComfortSDBE502 Renewable & Sustainable ResourcesSDBE510 Sustainable Indoor Environments
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SStructural Engineering
MSc Str E programme is intended to enhance the knowl- edge-base of structural engineers by offering modules that fill the needs of the industry. The goal of the programme is to provide additional knowledge and skills in structuralengineering to permit the candidate to be more effec-tive in engineering and associated firms and organisa- tions. BUiD’s StrE programme also incorporates issues relating to sustainability and environment as this is a key factor that is expected to develop further over the next decades. BUiD MSc StrE programme is primarily directedtowards candidates who intend to pursue a more challeng- ing structural engineering career in the areas of design or rehabilitation and service of structures. The programme is suitable for individuals who already have a good grasp ofstructural engineering fundamentals
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SStructural Engineering
MSc Str E programme is intended to enhance the knowl- edge-base of structural engineers by offering modules that fill the needs of the industry. The goal of the programme is to provide additional knowledge and skills in structuralengineering to permit the candidate to be more effec-tive in engineering and associated firms and organisa- tions. BUiD’s StrE programme also incorporates issues relating to sustainability and environment as this is a key factor that is expected to develop further over the next decades. BUiD MSc StrE programme is primarily directedtowards candidates who intend to pursue a more challeng- ing structural engineering career in the areas of design or rehabilitation and service of structures. The programme is suitable for individuals who already have a good grasp ofstructural engineering fundamentals
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Core Modules:
Advanced Engineering Materials: Enables students to gain knowl-edge and understanding of a wide range of high performance engi-neering materials. including concrete, steel, fiber reinforced cement, fiber reinforced plastics, polymeric materials, geosynthetics, masonry materials and coatings
Engineering Computational Methods: Supports the students in the analysis of engineering information; presentation and analysis of data in the development of engineering models
Concrete Durability: Helps to gain knowledge, and practical infor-mation on a wide range of concrete durability issues as well as the chemical and physical deterioration mechanisms.
Advanced Structural Analysis: Helps to gain knowledge and un-derstanding of Advanced Matrix Analysis and the introduction to Finite Element Analysis.
Sustainable Built Environment: Introduces the fundamental princi-ples guiding sustainable development of the built environment.
Elective Modules (only one module is needed for MSc Dissertation track or three for MSc Research Project track):
Advanced Concrete Design: Provides scientific information on analy-sis and design of reinforced concrete members and systems, consider-ing the requirements of the related codes and standards.
Prestressed Concrete Design: Provides scientific information on analysis and design of prestressed concrete members and systems as well as providing an introduction to related seismic analysis and seismic design of prestressed members.
Advanced Steel Design: Provides comprehensive scientific informa-tion on analysis and design of structural steel members and systems as well as introduction to seismic analysis and seismic design of steel structures.
Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures: Provides information on the process of inspecting of deteriorated concrete struc-tures and discussing of different methods of repair, retrofit, and protec-tion.
Advanced Structural Mechanics: Provides scientific information and introduction to theory of elasticity, plane-stress and plane-strain prob-lems.
Earthquake Resistant Design: Provides the practicing engineer with an understanding of those aspects of the subject that are important when designing buildings in earthquake zone.
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SSustainable Design of the Built Environment
Throughout the world there is an immediate environ-mental concern over the current and future conse-quences of climate change and the depletion of re-sources. A major contribution to carbon emissions and the depletion of material resources is the built envi-ronment, and of particular concern is the energy used to cool, ventilate, and light buildings as well as the embodied energy in the material used. Also, the indoor environment within buildings has a major impact on the health, well-being and productivity of people. Rap-id building development places enormous pressures on future energy use. A more sustainable approach to the design of the built environment can be achieved within a modern architectural context. This will reduce the energy needs of the future which will reduce both local and global pollution and can also provide more comfortable and healthy indoor and outdoor living environments. The main aim of the Sustainable Design of the Built Environment programmes is to provide an innovative approach to sustainable design integrated across architectural and engineering solutions.
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Core Modules
Sustainable Built EnvironmentsThis module introduces the fundamental principles guiding sustainable development of the built environment including avoidance or minimi-zation of negative impact on the environment; conservation and ef-ficient use of natural resources; preservation of cultural patterns; and ecological harmony and respect for biodiversity.
Climate and Comfort This module introduces the basic concepts and techniques needed to assess the internal environment taking into consideration the external environment as well as the function of the design.
Renewable and Sustainable Resources Introduces the link between sustainability and improved performance in terms of what resources are used, the potential for reuse, recycling and renewal of materials, and the consumption of energy and water. It also includes the production of waste using whole life cycle analysis
Investigations in the Built Environment 1Introduces different investigative and analytical methods and tech-niques designed to explore and analyze Evaluation, feedback and critique as vital components for the progress of sustainable design.
Electives
Provide more in depth analysis and the associated tools needed for a more detailed assessment of specific components in the built en-vironment. These modules provide a greater understanding of the sustainability implications and the environmental impact of buildings (Passive Design2 and Skins & Spaces), the large-scale influence of urban design (Sustainable Urban Design and Urban Development and Conservation), the increasing importance of the internal environ-ment and its design (Sustainable Indoor Environment2 and Design and An Eco-Pluralistic Approach to Interior Design), the impact of and interaction with the surrounding landscapes (Ecology of Urban Landscape and Livable Landscape), the techniques and technologies used to manage and conserve energy in buildings (Efficient Building Services and Intelligent Building Design) and the role of corporations in sustainability (Corporate Social Responsibility).
1 Not core for the PG Certificate degree2Core modules for the MSc non-dissertation track
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SSustainable Design of the Built Environment
Throughout the world there is an immediate environ-mental concern over the current and future conse-quences of climate change and the depletion of re-sources. A major contribution to carbon emissions and the depletion of material resources is the built envi-ronment, and of particular concern is the energy used to cool, ventilate, and light buildings as well as the embodied energy in the material used. Also, the indoor environment within buildings has a major impact on the health, well-being and productivity of people. Rap-id building development places enormous pressures on future energy use. A more sustainable approach to the design of the built environment can be achieved within a modern architectural context. This will reduce the energy needs of the future which will reduce both local and global pollution and can also provide more comfortable and healthy indoor and outdoor living environments. The main aim of the Sustainable Design of the Built Environment programmes is to provide an innovative approach to sustainable design integrated across architectural and engineering solutions.
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Core Modules
Sustainable Built EnvironmentsThis module introduces the fundamental principles guiding sustainable development of the built environment including avoidance or minimi-zation of negative impact on the environment; conservation and ef-ficient use of natural resources; preservation of cultural patterns; and ecological harmony and respect for biodiversity.
Climate and Comfort This module introduces the basic concepts and techniques needed to assess the internal environment taking into consideration the external environment as well as the function of the design.
Renewable and Sustainable Resources Introduces the link between sustainability and improved performance in terms of what resources are used, the potential for reuse, recycling and renewal of materials, and the consumption of energy and water. It also includes the production of waste using whole life cycle analysis
Investigations in the Built Environment 1Introduces different investigative and analytical methods and tech-niques designed to explore and analyze Evaluation, feedback and critique as vital components for the progress of sustainable design.
Electives
Provide more in depth analysis and the associated tools needed for a more detailed assessment of specific components in the built en-vironment. These modules provide a greater understanding of the sustainability implications and the environmental impact of buildings (Passive Design2 and Skins & Spaces), the large-scale influence of urban design (Sustainable Urban Design and Urban Development and Conservation), the increasing importance of the internal environ-ment and its design (Sustainable Indoor Environment2 and Design and An Eco-Pluralistic Approach to Interior Design), the impact of and interaction with the surrounding landscapes (Ecology of Urban Landscape and Livable Landscape), the techniques and technologies used to manage and conserve energy in buildings (Efficient Building Services and Intelligent Building Design) and the role of corporations in sustainability (Corporate Social Responsibility).
1 Not core for the PG Certificate degree2Core modules for the MSc non-dissertation track
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SSystems Engineering
The postgraduate Systems Engineering programme is an industrially based degree of relevance to person-nel in the process, manufacturing and transportation industries. It is focused on the analysis, design, diag-nostics and control of industrial, electro-mechanical systems using modern computer-based procedures.Students will progress from undergraduate system analysis concepts using modelling, simulation and computer aided techniques to computer control, state space and multivariable system studies. This gener-alised approach will enable the formulation and con-struction of complex industrial system models and the use of optimized control strategies.The lectures, tutorials and course work comprising each module will be consolidated via industrial case studies. Students will be encouraged to relate to actual industrial systems and situations thereby providing the motivation for the detailed dissertation study using measured results.
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SSystems Engineering
The postgraduate Systems Engineering programme is an industrially based degree of relevance to person-nel in the process, manufacturing and transportation industries. It is focused on the analysis, design, diag-nostics and control of industrial, electro-mechanical systems using modern computer-based procedures.Students will progress from undergraduate system analysis concepts using modelling, simulation and computer aided techniques to computer control, state space and multivariable system studies. This gener-alised approach will enable the formulation and con-struction of complex industrial system models and the use of optimized control strategies.The lectures, tutorials and course work comprising each module will be consolidated via industrial case studies. Students will be encouraged to relate to actual industrial systems and situations thereby providing the motivation for the detailed dissertation study using measured results.
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Core Module:
System Analysis Methods
Is designed to revise and strengthen the understanding of system analysis methods and the effect of feedback control.
Modelling Methods and ApplicationsFocuses on the procedures for dynamic model construction with em-phasis on simulation techniques.
Process Control TechniquesDeals with procedures of particular relevance to process system ap-plication.
Electives Group 1
Distributed and Discrete System AnalysisCovers the analysis of spatially dispersed dynamic systems, modelling, simulation and computer control techniques. State Space and Multivariable Systems Is designed to introduce state space concepts and multivariable sys-tem techniques.
Multivariable Systems and ControlUses design-analysis techniques for systems where only the naturally occurring outputs are available.
Electives Group 2
Automotive SystemsAims to introduce the application of system analysis techniques to automotive performance assessment. Mechatronic SystemsAddresses the theory and practice of electro-mechanical, mechatron-ics systems. Manufacturing SystemsDeals with factory layout, machines, power supplies, motors and production processes.
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IInformatics (Knowledge and Data Management)
In the rapidly developing economy of the region, there is a great need for research based teaching, enabling students to contribute to the knowledge economy by exploiting cutting edge technologies to organise and manage information. The MSc in Informatics pro-gramme provide a comprehensive grounding in key techniques considered to be the state-of-the-art in Informatics research and study. Applications are vast, and include several industry sectors ranging from education, architecture, finance, medicine, and travel industries to traditional manufacturing and service sectors. Computer professionals with a Masters de-gree are employed as programmers, engineers, ana-lysts, language and speech experts, consultants, and managers. They could be employed in research and development departments, Informatics (Knowledge and Data Management) departments, or even strate-gic planning departments of business enterprises or government agencies. Another equally exciting career path would be the continuation of the research that has been started for the Masters dissertation. This will allow graduates to attain a PhD in an area of expertise that is relevant to knowledge development.
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IInformatics (Knowledge and Data Management)
In the rapidly developing economy of the region, there is a great need for research based teaching, enabling students to contribute to the knowledge economy by exploiting cutting edge technologies to organise and manage information. The MSc in Informatics pro-gramme provide a comprehensive grounding in key techniques considered to be the state-of-the-art in Informatics research and study. Applications are vast, and include several industry sectors ranging from education, architecture, finance, medicine, and travel industries to traditional manufacturing and service sectors. Computer professionals with a Masters de-gree are employed as programmers, engineers, ana-lysts, language and speech experts, consultants, and managers. They could be employed in research and development departments, Informatics (Knowledge and Data Management) departments, or even strate-gic planning departments of business enterprises or government agencies. Another equally exciting career path would be the continuation of the research that has been started for the Masters dissertation. This will allow graduates to attain a PhD in an area of expertise that is relevant to knowledge development.
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Core Modules: Knowledge Representation & Reasoning Provides understanding of Knowledge Representation and Reasoning techniques in AI systems. It covers the relationship between repre-sentation and that which is represented by diverse approaches in-cluding logic-based representation languages and proof search with logical calculi.
Introduction to Computational Linguistics Provides an introduction to the basic theory and practice of computa-tional approaches to natural language processing. The module covers introduction to programming in Python & NLTK, tokenization, part-of-speech tagging, context-free grammars for natural language, evaluat-ing a natural language processing system, parsing techniques, infor-mation extraction, Arabic language processing. Data Mining & Exploration Is about analyzing, interpreting, visualizing and exploiting the data that is captured scientific and commercial environments requiring a mini-project on a real-world dataset. Informatics Research Methods 1Teaches the methodologies of and the skills for conducting research in Informatics; including the design of experiments and evaluations; practical advice on conducting
Electives
The elective modules are designed to provide more in depth analysis for a more detailed study of specific components in knowledge and data management. These modules provide a greater understanding of the machine learning implications for large data sets as well as the knowledge management technologies required by organisations (knowledge Engineering, Knowledge Management, and Learning from Data), and a strong grounding in an applied discipline (Intel-ligent Building Design, Modeling Methods, Applications, and Learning & Educational Technology, E-Business2, Management Information System2).
1 Not core for the PG Certificate degree2 Core modules for the MSc project based track
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IInformation Technology Management
In the rapidly developing economy of the region, there is a great need for research based teaching, enabling students to contribute to the knowledge economy by exploiting cutting edge technologies to organise and manage information. The IT Management programmes provide a comprehensive grounding in key techniques considered to be the state-of-the-art in IT and Man-agement research and study. Applications are vast, and include several industry sectors ranging from education, architecture, finance, medicine, and travel industries to traditional manufacturing and service sectors. Computer professionals with a master degree are employed as programmers, engineers, analysts, language and speech experts, consultants, and man-agers. They could be employed in research and devel-opment departments, IT departments, or even stra-tegic planning departments of business enterprises or government agencies.
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Modules: Data Mining & Exploration Is about analyzing, interpreting, visualizing and exploiting the data that is captured scientific and commercial environments requiring a mini-project on a real-world dataset.
Informatics Research MethodsTeaches the methodologies of and the skills for conducting research in Informatics; including the design of experiments and evaluations; practical advice on conducting.
Knowledge ManagementTeaches the principles and technologies of knowledge management. A case study approach, as and where appropriate, will be adopted in introducing the fundamental concepts in knowledge creation, repre-sentation, dissemination, use and re-use, and management. IT Project Management Covers general principles of Information Technology Management and the management of software projects.
Planning, Execution and ControlProvides a higher level of understanding of planning, execution and control processes in the management of projects. Including concepts,
models, and methodologies related to project cost, time and resources.
People, Culture and OrganisationEnables a greater insight into diverse cultural perspectives to the IT manager, an awareness and understanding of a range of perspectives and underpinning techniques for analysing work situations, to apply creative approaches to problem solving, with respect for people cul-ture and organisations.
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IInformation Technology Management
In the rapidly developing economy of the region, there is a great need for research based teaching, enabling students to contribute to the knowledge economy by exploiting cutting edge technologies to organise and manage information. The IT Management programmes provide a comprehensive grounding in key techniques considered to be the state-of-the-art in IT and Man-agement research and study. Applications are vast, and include several industry sectors ranging from education, architecture, finance, medicine, and travel industries to traditional manufacturing and service sectors. Computer professionals with a master degree are employed as programmers, engineers, analysts, language and speech experts, consultants, and man-agers. They could be employed in research and devel-opment departments, IT departments, or even stra-tegic planning departments of business enterprises or government agencies.
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Modules: Data Mining & Exploration Is about analyzing, interpreting, visualizing and exploiting the data that is captured scientific and commercial environments requiring a mini-project on a real-world dataset.
Informatics Research MethodsTeaches the methodologies of and the skills for conducting research in Informatics; including the design of experiments and evaluations; practical advice on conducting.
Knowledge ManagementTeaches the principles and technologies of knowledge management. A case study approach, as and where appropriate, will be adopted in introducing the fundamental concepts in knowledge creation, repre-sentation, dissemination, use and re-use, and management. IT Project Management Covers general principles of Information Technology Management and the management of software projects.
Planning, Execution and ControlProvides a higher level of understanding of planning, execution and control processes in the management of projects. Including concepts,
models, and methodologies related to project cost, time and resources.
People, Culture and OrganisationEnables a greater insight into diverse cultural perspectives to the IT manager, an awareness and understanding of a range of perspectives and underpinning techniques for analysing work situations, to apply creative approaches to problem solving, with respect for people cul-ture and organisations.
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