This module explores the main concepts, tools and methodologies of Lean Six Sigma and their application to a company's processes in order to provide the structure and rigour necessary to ensure that waste is removed and variation is reduced. The module aims to give the learner an understanding of the power of the combination and synergy of the two methodologies (Lean and Six Sigma), which drive efficiency and improvement, new innovative solutions and, ultimately, contribute to cost reduction, increased profitability and meeting or exceeding customer expectations.

1. Distinguish and utilise Lean Six Sigma concepts and evaluate their benefits for the organisation.
2. Identify, select and apply Lean Six Sigma tools for problem solving, prioritizing problems, evaluating process performance, identifying bottlenecks
3. Propose solutions for process improvement, waste reduction, and improved sustainability of the company
4. Appraise the application of Lean Six Sigma tools to new product development and introduction processes, evaluate problems and choose solutions
5. Select and apply appropriate change management tools and strategies to optimise the implementation of continuous improvement and lean thinking in an organisation
6. Utilise problem-solving and reflective critical thinking in relation to literature and in the context of discussions and presentations.

This module is designed to provide students with an understanding of operations and supply chain management. Every organisation has the complex task of coordinating people, technology, information and materials to achieve its goals. Operations and supply chain management is the science and art of designing and implementing the processes that create and deliver the goods or services provided by an organisation. The topics covered in this module will encompass a wide variety of subjects relevant to the decisions concerning the design and analysis of both internal production processes as well as processes that take place outside the organisation, throughout the supply chain. In this module, you will be exposed to concepts and techniques useful for the management of procurement, outsourcing and inventory, as well as capacity planning, demand management, negotiation and sustainability.

1. Evaluate, analyse and apply operations and supply chain management theory
2. Evaluate the risks and opportunities associated with operations and supply chain decisions
3. Synthesise and critically analyse operations and supply chain management concepts and theories
4. Identify the factors that separate world-class organisations and practices from the rest
5. Critically evaluate the principles of operations and supply chain management in their own industry
6. Manage and work as part of a team and demonstrate written and presentation skills
7. Apply different learning strategies and reflect on the process of learning.

The aim of this module is to provide the prospective Engineering Manager with the ability to interrogate relevant data such as sales activity, equipment performance, investment justification, resource utilisation, process control and quality. This is attained by exploring the tools and techniques available to capture, collate and analyse large collections of information. The module will conclude with the exploration and implementation of graphical and visual methods that best represent the trends and information sought from data to aid projections and quantified recommendations so that pertinent actions can be implemented.

1. Appraise, investigate, and evaluate the various forms of big data methodologies.
2. Appreciate the need for data analysis and evaluate optimal methods.
3. Appraise best practice for data gathering using appropriate methods and tools including Tableau.
4. Develop techniques to process, transform and manipulate raw unstructured data for analysis and presentation.
5. Critically evaluate data structures and types, their distributions, and then implement and interpret relevant hypothesis and statistical tests.
6. Critique, plan and interpret statistical concepts relevant to experimental design, and interpret relevant metrics.
7. Devise, create and develop appropriate visualisation techniques to extrapolate and interpret relevant information, and then construct using appropriate tools.

This module is designed to develop and enhance leadership skills for engineers and provide the fundamental concepts, knowledge, skills, and practices associated with strategic leadership. This module will equip students with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively lead and motivate employees in the complex and evolving engineering industry. These skills will enable learners to set strategic direction in response to change, innovation, and a diverse range of stakeholders.

1. Critique leadership and motivation theories and their potential application in the engineering workplace.
2. Explain the necessity for strategic leadership concepts in the professional environment.
3. Appraise the relationship between leadership, power, and influence.
4. Evaluate leadership concepts and practices employed in the process of managing change.
5. Understand the importance and application of transdisciplinary working in an engineering setting.
6. Identify innovative thinking techniques and recognise entrepreneurial attributes.
7. Discuss emerging issues and trends that are relevant for agile leaders in engineering.

Project management is essential in all industries. This module provides learners with the essential, concepts, knowledge and skills required to effectively plan and execute projects in a modern context. It will enable learners to solve problems creatively, manage resources effectively, and lead a team to confidently realise complex projects on-time, on quality and within budget.

1. Explain a wide and systematic knowledge of project management principles and their practical application in engineering projects from conception to closure
2. Appraise how to evaluate and select projects that contribute to the organisations strategy along with the roles and responsibilities of the project manager
3. Critically evaluate the main tools available for successful project outcomes
4. Examine and critically evaluate the changing project environment in order to forecast and manage risks and challenges so that project deliverables and stakeholders expectations are achieved
5. Interpret project information and proactively troubleshoot to solve project challenges and constraints
6. Analyse the importance of the project closure phase and associated activities.

This module aims to enhance the learner’s knowledge and understanding of work-based research concepts and practices. It examines a range of enquiry techniques to enable learners to develop an appropriate Work-based Research Project proposal and affords the student an opportunity to critically appraise these techniques. The students’ ability to evaluate ethical issues in their work and read & write critically will be developed at a level appropriate for a postgraduate dissertation. The module will assist students in the development of communication skills by presenting and defending their project to others in the research community. The product of this module will serve as an extended proposal to form the basis of the dissertation, thus enabling the dissertation to commence as an informed piece of work from the outset.

1. Develop a coherent research framework which identifies the use of specific research strategies
2. Construct a literature review in a specific area of engineering management and generate a synopsis illuding to the proposed action
3. Critique a range of research methods including qualitative, quantitative, or mixed and multi-method paradigms and practices
4. Demonstrate an understanding of research sampling strategies using a work-based research model
5. Present the proposed research framework and defend the material that articulates any ideas, insight, analysis, policy, and best practice to an audience of peers and practitioners
6. Identify ethical or legal issues relevant to the selected area of Engineering Management
7. Reflect upon personal skills and competencies, create an action plan and identify opportunities for professional development to enhance employability.

This module allows the learner to action the knowledge gap research opportunity identified in module 'research practice'. Learning by practicing the application of academic theories and concepts gained on this course, preferably in association with a work place environment, is a main objective so that the tangible benefit of how the experience has informed their knowledge can be evaluated. Specifically, learners will critically evaluate the academic theories or concepts applied to an identified area of interest, thus embedding competency as a reflective practitioner and quantifying the transferable skillset gained from this MSc.

1. Develop appropriate data collection instruments for mono or mixed methods research and to evaluate each for their appropriateness to the research question;
2. Engage in a sustained piece of individual, academic research on a chosen topic within the field(s) specifically relevant to the course
3. Read widely and critically reflect on a number of pieces of written research in an appropriate and thorough manner;
4. Evaluate varying methodological approaches and to adopt the necessary approaches suitable to the topic being researched
5. Produce a dissertation that evaluates and synthesises relevant data so that a research question or hypothesis can be tested
6. Produce a dissertation that evaluates and synthesises quantitative or qualitative research methods and displays evidence of independent research skills

This module capture the actions conducted by the learner on their applied industry project and the learning associated with these actions. It necessitates that the learner in reflect critically on their own work practices and demonstrate benefits of improvements or changes to original practices or processes.

1. Identify and evaluate how value can be added the context of an organisation, resources, and competitive position
2. Assess the context of the work in terms of how it influences the environment and general public
3. Apply engineering management concepts in the context of an organisation to promote continuous improvement
4. Critically evaluate an organisations operations and assess subsequent implications
5. Reflect on knowledge, skills and competences attained in relation to personal and professional development
6. Summarise project outcomes in an appropriate format for management review
7. Prepare and present a professional portfolio of work