GSM London Postgraduate prospectus 2016

Postgraduate Prospectus 2016

The world is changing fast: becoming more complex, uncertain and competitive. To compete as a management professional in this changing world you need the very best technical, strategic and tactical skills. GSM London will provide these skills to help you boost your career now and in the future.

01 Welcome to GSM London

02 Our partnership with Plymouth University 04 Real world ready

06 Developing leaders

08 Fostering entrepreneurship

10 Executive postgraduate degrees 12 Executive MBA

14 Executive MBA in Health Services Management

16 MSc Leading & Managing in Healthcare Organisations

18 MSc Strategic Procurement Management 20 Full-time postgraduate degrees 22 MSc Accounting and Finance

24 MSc Oil and Gas Management

26 MBA with Strategic Management 28 Our resources & campuses 30 Financing your studies

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Welcome As someone planning or already actively building a successful management career, you will be only too aware that the world is changing fast, with globalisation increasingly democratising access to markets, resources and technologies. The most successful people give an established organisation a key competitive advantage, or they create and grow their own ideas in response to the global market At GSM London we are proud to be keeping pace with these dramatic changes. With over forty years’ experience, and in association with Plymouth University, we understand how to develop leaders who can both anticipate and react to such changes.

Offering flexible learning options, including industry-recognised full-time, fast-track, and weekend business courses, our outstanding professional staff will provide you with the marketable skills, qualifications and wider contacts you need to boost your career or start your own business venture in this changing and exciting world.

The size of our institution means that our students can take advantage of the intimate environment and personal support we provide to achieve a quality, career-focused postgraduate qualification. The quality of our courses attracts an impressive international student body to our conveniently located London campuses. We attract guest speakers from a wide range of sectors, such as retail, consultancy, legal services, and many more.

As an institution with close industry links in the capital, we can provide students with vital opportunities to network with global business contacts at events and careers fairs. We actively design our programmes, learning methodologies and technologies to meet the needs of today while anticipating those of tomorrow.

I hope that you find this prospectus useful and that it helps you in making key decisions about how to progress professionally. If you do decide to study with us at GSM London, I very much look forward to welcoming you here.

Debi Hayes Acting Provost, GSM London

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Quality partnership We are delighted that Plymouth University continues to validate our degree programmes at all levels.

Both institutions collaborate regarding the latest academic thoughts and theoretical concepts in the world of management. Our teaching staff exchange ideas in a stimulating and innovative atmosphere that benefits students at GSM London and at Plymouth University.

Studying for your postgraduate degree with GSM London means your qualification will be awarded by a prestigious academic institution, with a long history and a reputation for excellence. You will benefit from a top ranked university postgraduate degree in the heart of London, taking full advantage of a wide network of postgraduate students from an eclectic mix of professional backgrounds.

Plymouth University has been at the forefront of innovation and enterprise within education for 150 years, and it is one of the top modern universities in the UK. A recipient of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher Education, Plymouth University is also acknowledged as a national leader for teaching excellence and one of only two universities to have been awarded seven prestigious National Teaching Fellowships. We are proud of the relationship between GSM London and Plymouth University.

Whether your choice of study is full-time, or part-time (executive weekend), you will be participating in a unique and innovative programme leading to a highly respected postgraduate qualification valued by organisations worldwide.

Brian Buckley Director, Executive and MBA Programmes

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The Plymouth University accreditation is invaluable to us and the participants on the programmes. It adds huge power to the already considerable reputation of our institution.

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My course at GSM London was directly related to my work. We were treated as professionals – not students – so discussions and classes were based on people’s experiences, not just theories.

Real world ready To be able to compete as a management professional in today’s fast-paced business world, you need the very best technical and strategic skills.

That is what we provide at GSM London: all our postgraduate programmes advance our students’ careers, giving them the expertise that employers are looking for and ensuring that they leave ‘real world ready’.

You will be joining a diverse community of equals when you study a postgraduate degree with us – fellow students who are as passionate, dedicated and professionally motivated as you are. Our students leave us real world ready, having taken full advantage of studying in the centre of one of the most connected cities in the world. They are taught by tutors who are experts in their industry, with years of both professional and teaching experience behind them.

Your postgraduate programme will do more than just give you the professional qualifications and academic skills to advance your career. We also hone the practical skills that will assist you to progress in the modern business environment. Our students benefit from an extensive series of events, including networking events at which guest presenters

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from the global business world speak openly about opportunities and give essential insights into the requirements and demands of the corporate world.

With full-time and part-time study options, our courses are flexible, allowing you to fit your studies around your other commitments.

Whichever route they take, all our students join us at a stage in their careers where they are looking to take the next step – whether this is changing the area they are working in, or gaining a promotion in a company or sector they are familiar with. Our postgraduate students leave GSM London ready to meet the needs of business today and to anticipate those of tomorrow.

Sultan Wahid Head of Workforce Systems, Information and Governance, NHS Trust

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Maurice Coote Associate Director Human Resources, CBRE

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For me, the Executive Master of Business Administration was really uplifting: it sharpened my vision, gave me vital insights into my role as a leader and helped to enhance my performance – all this while building my commercial judgment beyond what I’d thought possible.

Developing leaders At GSM London we develop leaders. You bring us the motivation to learn and the drive to achieve; we provide you with the tools to fulfil this. All our activities are carefully set to help you develop in your profession and to plot the next step on your career path.

Our small class sizes give you the opportunity to have regular feedback, and to mentor and learn from other students as well as from your tutor. The intimate community that you will be joining will quickly put you at ease and make you feel comfortable about sharing experiences from the first seminar; it will allow you to develop skills and to grow in confidence much more quickly than you would do at a larger university.

Our suite of postgraduate programmes offer practically focused degrees and postgraduate qualifications that are designed to produce leaders within specific business sectors. Each is structured to build

your knowledge and proficiency within your chosen field. Our experiential classroom style provides the hands-on business practice and the opportunity to test your newly acquired skills in new situations – everything you need to be the manager or director you want to be.

We understand the business world. We have been delivering business-focused programmes for 40 years. We are familiar with the professional tools you need to realise your vision – whether this be in the organisation you are currently working in, or undertaking a broad spectrum of roles in a new business sector.

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I entered the Executive Master of Business Administration with nervous anticipation, but it has definitely exceeded my expectations. I walk away from every executive weekend feeling challenged, inspired and newly equipped with relevant information and tools that I can and will apply in my business.

Fostering entrepreneurship Forty years ago, our founder and former Director of Studies recognised that there was a demand from students, in London and internationally, for an innovative form of further and higher education that would be able to foster the entrepreneurs of the future. Using his experience in higher education, he introduced a new type of educational provision that was sharply focused on business and responsive to the market.

At the time, this approach was unique to our institution, and that sense of groundbreaking activity remains at the core of GSM London. We were founded on innovative ideas and entrepreneurship, and we follow the same philosophy today.

We understand the importance of innovation and we instill these values in our teaching, proudly developing and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit within our students. We all appreciate that to be successful within the business world one must apply creative solutions, be dynamic and enterprising. Today’s commercial world is more competitive than ever before, with a challenging and constantly changing

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global market. We have a duty to develop your skills, to ensure you stand out from the crowd.

Many of our students have joined us wanting to start their own companies, and have since gone on to fulfil their aspirations and create successful businesses around the world. Throughout your studies we will not only develop your theoretical understanding and practical skills but also nurture your entrepreneurial flair. You will be studying in the heart of London, a city pulsating with energy and innovation – the perfect setting to incubate your business ideas and, with our support, to achieve your professional goals.

Makayla Whyte Partner and Sales & Marketing Director, Oyster Training Group

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Executive postgraduate degrees Why choose to study an Executive postgraduate programme?

Our Executive programmes are designed to give senior and experienced managers the skills, theoretical knowledge and analytical understanding to enable them to take the next step on their career ladder or to achieve their own professional aspirations.

Given the competitiveness and unpredictability of today’s business world, current and future business leaders will have to be proactive, forward thinking and innovative.

An Executive/weekend programme will both build your expertise and give you the confidence to direct an organisation to growth and success as a strategic practitioner.

You can study for our Executive programmes whilst still at work; our part-time weekend option allows you to apply your theoretical knowledge directly to your work, so that you can develop your practical skills alongside your academic study.

Why choose to study with GSM London?

Many of our students join GSM London for the benefit of studying in the heart of one of the largest and most diverse commercial capitals in the world. They understand that our London location provides substantial opportunities to connect with senior stakeholders across many global markets and industries. This working in partnership with business and industry means that our students go on to improve their careers and excel in their chosen sectors.

Our programmes are valued in the public and private sectors equally, and give you a unique opportunity to pursue your professional ambitions in a specific sector and business.

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Programmes Executive Master of Business Administration (see page 12) Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management (see page 14) MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations (see page 16) MSc Strategic Procurement Management (see page 18)

Making connections Choosing to study an Executive programme with GSM London offers an invaluable networking opportunity: you will be studying alongside people from a diverse range of professional and cultural backgrounds, many of whom will be tomorrow’s senior influencers and business leaders.

As well as giving you the knowledge and practical skills to assist your professional advancement, we also provide you with a comprehensive programme of events. These include networking seminars and lectures, where guest speakers from national and international businesses present their personal experiences and insights into different public and private organisations and feedback on their sector’s requirements and demands.

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Executive Master of Business Administration gsm.org.uk/emba

Even the most experienced management professionals now recognise the need to extend and refresh their knowledge base and skills. Our Executive Master of Business Administration fulfils this need.

Fast facts Start dates: January, February, April, May, June, September, November; for full list of dates visit gsm.org.uk/emba Study mode: We offer flexible weekend part-time study over 24 months, made up of seven 3-day weekends (Friday afternoon, and all day Saturday and Sunday) and three additional Saturdays.

Fees UK/International: £14,500 payable by installment Campus: Greenwich Entry requirements: To apply, you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2.2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • An NQF Level 6 qualification or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer In addition: You are also expected to have undertaken three years’ managerial experience.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the Executive Master of Business Administration, please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/emba

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Why study this course with GSM London?

Our Executive Master of Business Administration fulfils the business sector’s need for strategic and practical leaders, and offers busy practitioners the opportunity to undertake their postgraduate studies with minimal interference to their professional commitments. This programme focuses on interactive learning, encouraging you to use your current experience, success and learning to underpin new expertise and thereby to create exciting new opportunities. Students on this programme hone their strategic, analytical, problem-solving and broader management skills in line with today’s best business practice. We have helped past students meet and exceed their expectations, and we look forward to doing the same with you.

How will this course support my professional development?

This programme is designed for professionals with experience in middle or senior management who want to sharpen their leadership skills and broaden their depth of knowledge and expertise in the area of business and management. The advantage of studying an executive programme while in employment is that you are able to apply what you learn in class to your job in real time – so that you advance your knowledge and develop professionally more rapidly.

Meet our student

How is this course structured?

All the following modules have been designed to give you both a holistic understanding of the sector and the expertise needed to progress in your career.

- Business Environment and Strategic Management You will identify and understand the external and internal influences on management policies by developing your understanding of how to influence strategic aims and how inter-relationships affect long-term planning and decision making.

- The Strategy of International Business The challenges of management organisation and policy that international business has to confront are different from those of the home market. You will identify these challenges and explore policies likely to lead to successful outcomes.

-L eadership and the Management of Strategic Change The key tools of management you will acquire as part of this module will provide you with the effective leadership skills to plan, organise and communicate confidently and strategically in times of organisational change.

-A ccounting and Finance for Managers You will explore the purpose of accounting and the role of finance at management level. In exploring the core techniques of

accounting and finance you will learn how to identify and resolve management issues.

- Human Resource Management This module advances your understanding of the nature of corporate culture and change in organisations. You will discover the ways in which the quality of HRM affects all the functions of management.

- Marketing Planning and Promotion This module will give you an understanding of the nature of the markets served and the relationships with customers, and will detail how and why these factors affect the marketing, planning and management of all operations.

- Management Information and Communication Systems This module will give you a detailed understanding of the technology used in effective management and the ability to use this technology to enhance the quality of your strategic decision making.

- Research Skills and Dissertation Planning This module provides a grounding in project planning, literature review and the principles of research methodology as a means of preparing you for the major project that is the culmination of the programme.

“ GSM London’s Executive Master of Business Administration is up to date with today’s business practices – extremely useful for my professional progression.

I was looking for an executive programme that would help with my professional progression, as I was looking to change my career. It was important that the programme I chose would provide current examples and would be up to date with today’s business practices.

GSM London delivers exactly this, and the teaching is also clearly mindful of the current economic and business climate. I have really valued the level of the teaching and the knowledge of the lecturers – GSM London has the best lecturers and professionals in their field, and they’re very supportive on top of that. The fact that our class sizes are small provides a personal approach and enables group discussions in class, so we have all shared our vast experiences from different backgrounds, which has been really beneficial.”

Shaffick Gobindram, Executive Master of Business Administration graduate

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Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management gsm.org.uk/embahsm

Designed specifically for those professionals wanting to advance within the health services sector, this Executive Master of Business Administration programme tailors its teaching to the industry’s demands.

Fast facts Start dates: January, February, April, May, June, September, November; for full list of dates visit gsm.org.uk/embahsm Study mode: We offer flexible weekend part-time study over 24 months, made up of seven 3-day weekends (Friday afternoon, and all day Saturday and Sunday) and three additional Saturdays.

Fees UK/International: £14,500 payable by installment Campus: Greenwich Entry requirements: To apply, you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2.2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • An NQF Level 6 qualification or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer In addition: You are also expected to have undertaken three years’ relevant work experience.

I f English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management, please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/embahsm

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Why study this course with GSM London?

The Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management at GSM London was introduced in response to both the unprecedented speed at which public and private healthcare organisations were evolving and also the demand for health service practitioners from every sphere to take a more integrated role in structuring services. Our programme covers a range of subjects that reflect the needs of management professionals currently working in this dynamic and challenging sector – and, with the flexibility of weekend study, it offers professionals the ability to undertake their postgraduate studies with little impact on their current work commitments.

How will this course progress my career?

Our Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management combines the study of health services management and the principles of general management, allowing you to obtain the skills required to manage healthcare services in increasingly business-like environments. This executive programme has been developed specifically for decision makers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to help you advance at a time of rapid change in healthcare services. The programme’s remit is clearly defined to provide you with the skills, knowledge and techniques required to succeed at a senior level in primary and secondary healthcare positions. Past students of this programme have gone on to develop their clinical management positions and strategic roles within the health service.

Meet our student

How is this course structured?

All the following modules have been designed to give you both a holistic understanding of the sector and the expertise needed to progress in your career.

- Strategic Management and Policy in the Health Service The introduction of business methodology, planning and processes in the healthcare system has changed the environment of decision making in healthcare. This module details these changes and the strategic management skills needed to plan and adapt accordingly.

needs. It also explores these issues in the context of partnership and user involvement in health and social care.

- Accounting and Finance for Managers Designed for non-specialist accountants, you will explore the purpose of accounting, the role of finance in management, and the core techniques of accounting and finance, demonstrating how to identify and resolve management issues.

- Marketing Planning and Promotion This module will give you an understanding of the nature of the markets served and the relationships with customers, and will - Leadership and Human Resources detail how and why these factors affect Management in Health Care the marketing, planning and management This module will develop the quality leadership of all operations. skills all organisations need to be able to - Management Information and deliver healthcare services effectively.

Communication Systems - Risk Management and Needs Assessment This module will give you a detailed in Health Care understanding of the technology used in In the healthcare provision there are benefits effective management and how it enhances and risks, and it is important to understand the quality of your strategic decision making. what these risks are and why they arise.

- Research Skills and Dissertation Planning This module provides a means of evaluating This module provides grounding in project the most acceptable combination of factors in planning, literature review and the principles order to optimise the allocation of resources. of research methodology as a means of - Management, Partnerships and User preparing you for the major project that is Involvement in Health and Social Care the culmination of the programme.

This module provides an examination into - Dissertation the importance of investigating institutional arrangements and relating these to patient

“ The individualised support that GSM London’s tutors provided made studying a really enjoyable experience.

Working full-time and studying is challenging at the best of times – every assignment you do on this programme necessitates extensive reading around a topic – but the tutors here have structured the course to suit people who work full time, and the personalised service they offer their students is invaluable.

I chose this course because I wanted to look at healthcare from a manager’s perspective, but also because it conveniently fitted in with my work schedule. I wanted to gain the skills, the confidence and the experience to allow me to fulfil a long-term dream of starting my own business. I’ve not done that yet, but this programme definitely changed the way I think and increased my analytical skills. A lot of this is down to the lecturers, but it’s also to do with the other students.

I had a co-mentoring study group with one particular student – we worked on the literature together and criticised each other’s assignments. It was amazing and inspiring how much we taught each other.”

Dr Deschu Sahayam, Executive Master of Business Administration in Health Services Management graduate gsm.org.uk

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MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations gsm.org.uk/msclmh

A dedicated programme focused on leadership and management roles in healthcare, it will give you the skills required for a wide range of senior positions in health service organisations.

Fast facts Start dates: January, February, May, September and November; for the full list of dates visit gsm.org.uk/msclmh Study mode: Weekend, 24 months part-time Fees UK/International: £7,500 payable by installment Campus: Greenwich Entry requirements: To apply, you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2.2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • An NQF Level 6 qualification or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on your individual merits but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations, please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/msclmh

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Why study this course with GSM London?

Our popular MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations programme was created to provide healthcare professionals with the ability to comprehend complex managerial procedures, as well as to recognise and understand the importance of developing policy in a healthcare environment. The programme engages with the political context in which healthcare managers operate, but it is also designed to develop your ability to meet the challenges in a continuously changing environment. The programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enable you to interact with a wide range of health and social care professionals, public and private sector agencies, voluntary services, and the general public.

How will this course progress my career?

In today’s complex world of healthcare delivery, it has never been more important for both medical practitioners and administrative staff to involve themselves in management. This programme focuses on the needs of experienced healthcare professionals who are currently working in a sector that is evolving at an unprecedented speed and in which practitioners in both clinical and non-clinical roles have a key position in healthcare management.

This programme will provide you with the skills that will help you build your career in this dynamic and complex sector. Past students of this programme have gone on to work in roles in healthcare management and clinical leadership in private healthcare, the NHS, government, NGOs and social and voluntary enterprises.

Meet our graduate

How is this course structured?

- Quality and Effectiveness within the Health Service All the following modules have been In this module – against a legal, political designed to give you both a holistic and ethical framework – you will explore understanding of the sector and the expertise needed to progress in your career. the theoretical nature of quality and its contribution from a personal, professional - Leading and Managing within Healthcare and organisational perspective.

This module is based on the premise - Change and Human Resources that a clear appreciation of the nature, Management determinants and impact of the healthcare This module addresses the need for manager’s role is a prerequisite for healthcare managers to understand the effective practice. You will explore your key issues of managing people in the current role from your own personal and workplace, and how to initiate and manage organisational perspective. complex organisational change.

- Leading and Managing in Context: - Research Skills and Project Management Health Policy You will define a healthcare-management This module explores recent policy issue that merits investigation and initiatives at national and local levels, undertake this investigation – providing an critically appraising the development of argument for your approach to the issue policy and analysing the effectiveness and evidence of what you found. of the modernization revolution.

- Dissertation or Consultancy Project - Developing Strategic Thinking and Influence This module provides grounding in project This module aims to develop the knowledge planning, literature review and the principles and skills required to influence developments of research methodology as a means of at a strategic level at the same time as preparing you for the major project that is developing your confidence in your the culmination of the programme. ability to articulate ideas and present convincing arguments.

“ I chose this course to strengthen my knowledge of important aspects of healthcare and to develop leadership skills.

I wanted to influence people and affect change within my areas of practice.

But much of what makes it special is the result of other things, too: it’s warm and welcoming (the staff especially), and fun – the other students are interesting and characterful. And it may be a large institution, but it feels small and manageable – more personal. Both of these things seem to encourage you to work as hard as possible to achieve the best marks.

I’ve recently completed my specialty training and I’m applying for hospital consultant posts. I’m hoping that the MSc will boost my chances of securing this. All the modules have direct application to my work – the ones on quality, leadership and change management in particular – and the whole programme has been a clear benefit to my daily work. It was all great fun and I’m really going to miss the place and people.”

Dr Tom Clark, MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations graduate

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MSc Strategic Procurement Management gsm.org.uk/mscsp

A dedicated masters programme – created by experts with an appreciation of, and insight into the industry – for those looking to fulfil their professional ambitions in the fast-growing sector of supply chain and logistics management.

Fast facts Start dates: January, March, May, July, September and November; for the full list of dates visit gsm.org.uk/mscsp Study mode: Weekend, 18–24 months part-time Fees UK/International: £9,000 Campus: Greenwich Entry requirements: To apply, you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2.2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • An NQF Level 6 qualification (or CIPS Graduate Diploma, Level 6 for the MSc in Procurement Management) or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on your individual merits – but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer.

In addition: You are also expected to have undertaken three years’ relevant work experience.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the MSc Strategic Procurement Management, please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/mscsp

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Why study this course with GSM London?

Procurement management is becoming increasingly complex, a fact recognised by the UK government’s new drive to build a cadre of highly skilled procurement professionals. With a growing emphasis on sustainability, our MSc in Strategic Procurement Management will help you to meet the challenges of modern supply chain management. The programme is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) and covers a breadth of relevant topics, including sustainable procurement, logistics and the legal aspects of a truly business-critical role. Once you have completed the programme, you will be eligible to apply for MCIPS status, depending on your wider professional experience.

How will this course progress my career?

Our programme is designed to give you the knowledge you need to play a more strategic and tactically significant role in the procurement industry. We provide our students with the expertise and skills to become successful managers. The programme also offers students the ability to investigate the nature of optimal solutions to a major supply-chain-related business problem within a company. Past students of this programme have gone on to become senior strategic procurement officers, strategic procurement specialists, procurement category managers and senior consultants.

Meet our staff

- Sustainable Procurement How is this course structured?

All the following modules have been designed This module is designed for supply chain and procurement practitioners involved in to give you both a holistic understanding the development and application of of the sector and the expertise needed to sustainability in their organisations. progress in your career.

This module will enable you to understand - Leadership and Change Management in the complex nature of sustainability in a Purchasing and Supply period of global warming, and the directions This module is designed to enable you to and regulations imposed as a result. develop a comprehensive understanding of the challenges that can affect the role of - Legal and Contractual Arrangements in Purchasing and Supply managers in the procurement environment.

This module is designed to provide a You will be exposed to a number of consideration of contract law as it applies approaches to managing change and the to the supply chain function. You will key themes that permeate the change develop an understanding of contract management process. formation and the relationship of the - Strategic Procurement Management parties involved in the contract.

In this module you will be introduced to - Logistics Project the strategic relationships and internal and This module is designed to make you aware external factors influencing procurement of the business influences that companies management by identifying and evaluating must take into account in the design and the benefits of a strategically managed operation of their logistics systems, so purchasing function to a business or as to ensure that these systems operate public-sector organisation. successfully and efficiently.

- Financial Management for Purchasers - Research Skills and Dissertation Planning This module is designed to give you an This module provides grounding in project understanding of strategic aspects of planning, literature review and the principles finance in relation to the decision-making of research methodology so as to prepare process and the ability to perform the you for the major project that is the detailed analysis necessary to deliver culmination of the programme. effective procurement.

“ Flexible weekend study, CIPS accreditation, professionalism and the networking opportunities are just some of the strengths of this innovative masters programme that has been driving students to us for many years.

I appreciate that undertaking any study at the postgraduate level requires a high level of self-motivation and commitment.

With flexible study, experienced academic faculty and professionalism on the programme I believe that you will engage with the high demands of this programme and graduate with a much deeper understanding of the management functions required by this specialised function: a major step in your personal development. This, in turn, will equip you for a suitable management career in the procurement departments of a variety of organisations. May I take this opportunity to wish you every success should you decide to enrol on this innovative masters programme and I look forward to meeting you in the near future.�

Tamara Solomun, Lecturer

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Full-time postgraduate degrees Why choose to study an MBA or MSc? A postgraduate qualification is an excellent way to enhance your career prospects. Not only does it help you to stand out from the crowd, it also shows your commitment and dedication. The qualification demonstrates your ability to think independently and to learn new skills and ideas. If you are looking to advance professionally or change your career, a GSM London postgraduate qualification sends out a positive message to recruiters.

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Programmes MSc Accounting and Finance (see page 22) MSc Oil and Gas Management (see page 24) Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Strategic Management (see page 26)

Why choose a postgraduate programme with GSM London?

A postgraduate course with GSM London furthers students’ skills and knowledge in their chosen field, but there are many different reasons why our students choose to study with us at postgraduate level. One is the value that we know employers place on postgraduate qualifications. Indeed in many cases such a qualification is the only way to achieve a senior position. Another is that studying for a postgraduate qualification is also an ideal way to launch into a new career. And a third is that many of our postgraduate students and newly graduated students join with the desire to learn and carry out research, and to further satisfy their intellectual curiosity.

Whatever your reason for choosing to study with us, a postgraduate qualification is an excellent way to enhance your prospects.

In partnership with Plymouth University, GSM London has developed MScs and MBAs that are tailored specifically to industry needs and combine broader learning across the business spectrum with applied skills that will develop you professionally in specific career sectors. Our students qualify with quality postgraduate qualifications that ensure they go on to be successful managers and leaders in their chosen fields.

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MSc Accounting and Finance gsm.org.uk/mscaf

This programme, founded on a firm appreciation of the competitive world of finance, will equip you with the skills required to control financial resources – skills that are highly valued by national and international companies in the current challenging economic climate.

Fast facts Start dates: February, June and October Study mode: 12 months full-time Fees UK/International: £9,000 Campus: Greenwich and Greenford Entry requirements: To apply you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree in accounting and or finance at a minimum of 2:2 classification or equivalent qualification in Accounting and Finance from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • NQF Level 6 qualification based on Accounting and Finance (for example ACCA Foundation level qualification or CIMA equivalent) or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on your individual merits, but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the MSc Accounting and Finance please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/mscaf

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Why study this course with GSM London?

The MSc Accounting and Finance at GSM London has been designed by experts in their fields to cover the fundamentals of management and financial accounting, but also to incorporate several key areas – such as governance, risk and ethics, business analysis and financial reporting – all of which are currently in high demand from industry. Our teaching is continually evaluated to ensure it is in line with the constantly changing world of finance, and our academics take pride in staying connected with the industry so that they can provide training and education for our students that is directly relevant to this dynamic sector.

How will this course progress my career?

This programme focuses on the needs of today’s global financial markets and is perfect if you are building a career as an accountant, analyst or financial management professional – or if you are considering further research at PhD level. The programme will provide you with skills that will help you progress in a number of positions in the world of finance.

Meet our graduate

- International Corporate Reporting How is this course structured?

This module contextualises the accountant’s All the following modules have been designed role as a professional steward, adviser to give you both a holistic understanding and analyst. It includes an exploration of the sector and the expertise needed to of the accountant’s wider professional progress in your career. requirements and responsibilities to - Advanced Performance Management stakeholders, and an appreciation of This module builds your career skills and sustainable business strategies. covers the strategic role of management accounting in the context of the over arching - Research Skills and Project Management This module enables you to find solutions to strategic objectives of the organisation, while business challenges through a combination taking account of external factors that affect of analysis and research. You will gather an an organisation’s performance. awareness of sources of relevant information - Advanced Financial Management and other research methods, of their This module is designed to build your limitations and of how they can be used to knowledge of corporate finance, and evaluate objectives and provide evidence examines the financial practices of the and recommendations to support action. global organisation.

- Accounting Dissertation - Business Analysis This module is concerned with a detailed This module provides a comprehensive analysis of one or more related accounting understanding of the core business scenarios based on primary and secondary processes, including change management, evidence. The analysis encompasses the project planning and management. knowledge acquired from the subject matter You will explore the effective use of of the taught modules of the programme, information technology, financial analysis and your dissertation will demonstrate and business in an international context. the relationship between objectives, research methods, evidence evaluation - Governance, Risk and Ethics and conclusion.

This module looks at internal control and at identifying, assessing and controlling risk.

It also builds essential skills, in the context of risk and ethics, that are in high demand in the accounting and finance industry.

“ I wanted to further develop my understanding of the complex UK financial regulations, policies and standards to progress my career.

The real-life examples we were given in our studying were important in enabling us to progress more quickly and help us to get an idea and feel of what it would be like in the real working world of finance.

I was recommended to GSM London as the place to study my Masters in Accounting and Finance because I wanted to further my knowledge in the finance world.

I really enjoyed my time at GSM London: it gave me the opportunity not only to learn from the lecturers but also to listen and learn from my classmates’ and their individual experiences. My class was very diverse, and one of the high points of the course was building relationships with people from different cultures and professions from all over the world – connections and learnings that I still make use of today.”

Ambrose Umeike, MSc Accounting and Finance graduate

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MSc Oil and Gas Management gsm.org.uk/mscog

A popular programme, taught by experts in the field of oil and gas, designed to develop in strategic managers an awareness of the complex business environment of the extractive industries.

Fast facts Start dates: February, June and October Study mode: 12 months full-time Fees UK/International: £11,500 Campus: Greenwich and Greenford Entry requirements: To apply you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2.2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • NQF Level 6 qualification or • If you are a mature student your application will be considered on your individual merits – but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the MSc Oil and Gas Management please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/mscog

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Why study this course with GSM London?

We were one of the first institutions in London to offer programmes in these disciplines and have been leading the way ever since. At GSM London, our programme will equip you with the skills required to work effectively in a functional and strategic management role in tomorrow’s oil and gas industry. To support you with this, and to reinforce the application of theory to practice, we organise lectures with guest speakers and professionals from the energy sector. The teaching and learning techniques we use are highly interactive, with a strong emphasis on the free flow of knowledge and ideas between students, lecturers and industry professionals. To enhance your understanding of the industry and to give you the opportunity to network with sector-relevant professionals, we draw from our professional links and put on stage seminars, film screenings and workshops each semester specifically for our oil and gas management students.

How will this course progress my career?

As the global energy industry evolves – with demand for secure, affordable energy rising in response to population growth – managers and leaders in the extractive industries need to understand precisely how economic, statutory and social changes affect their roles.

This programme will give you the skills to help you build your career in a number of positions; past students have gone on to work across the world as planning managers, project managers, risk and opportunity analysts and senior inspection managers.

Meet our student

How is this course structured?

-B usiness Environment and Strategic All the following modules have been designed Management to give you both a holistic understanding This module will give you the skills needed of the sector and the expertise needed to to identify and understand the external and progress in your career. internal influences on management policies and on strategic aims; it also shows the - I nternal and External Environment of Oil relationship between long-term planning and Gas Industries and decision making.

This module evaluates the variables that the extractive industries are forced to deal - H uman Resource Management with – from law, finance and economics to This module advances your understanding extraction techniques. of the nature of corporate culture and change in organisations and the roles -E nergy Economics played by managers and your teams.

This module identifies the core economic You will discover the ways in which the concepts that will enable you to evaluate quality of HRM affects all the functions strategic operations in the light of changing of management. economic policies and the currently volatile global business environment.

-R esearch Skills and Dissertation Planning This module provides grounding in project -P roject Management for the Energy planning, literature review and the principles Industry of research methodology as a means of This module emphasises the significance of preparing you for the major project that is planning policies – including budgetary and the culmination of the programme. cost control, and management processes – that contribute and lead to a project’s successful completion.

-M arketing Planning and Promotion This module will give you an understanding of the nature of the markets served and the relationships with customers, and will detail how and why these factors affect the marketing, planning and management of all operations.

-D issertation

“ I chose this course because it provides me with the combination of business and specialist skills employers are looking for in the oil and gas industry today.

This course at GSM London is practical and it reflects real working life.

The institution has given me greater discipline in my approach to my academic studies and to my work life.

I work in London and it was important for me to stay in London – I think that the fact that GSM London is located in a multicultural city gives it an edge and gives students a great opportunity to network on a larger scale. I have friends who had studied at GSM London and who spoke of the quality of its teaching staff and their excellence in imparting knowledge. I agree with them: the lecturers work and have worked in the industry and they’re always around to provide support during your study and after – I believe my time at GSM London has been life changing.”

Anthony Asagba, MSc Oil and Gas Management graduate

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Strategic Management gsm.org.uk/mbasm

An MBA programme uniquely designed to provide senior professionals with the knowledge and expertise multiple industries and sectors are searching for in their attempt to create strategic specialists who will be both confident and proactive leaders for tomorrow’s business world.

Fast facts Start dates: February, June and October Study mode: 12 months full-time Fees UK/International: £10,000 Campus: Greenwich and Greenford Entry requirements: To apply you will need one of the following: • A recognised Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of 2:2 classification or equivalent qualification in any subject from a recognised UK or overseas institution or • NQF Level 6 qualification or • If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on your individual merits, but any details of your full-time work experience must be supported by a reference from your employer If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6 or equivalent qualification.

Contact information To speak to a dedicated course advisor about the Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Strategic Management please email enquiries@gsm.org.uk or phone +44 (0)20 8516 7800 For further information: gsm.org.uk/mbasm

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Why study this course with GSM London?

Our Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Strategic Management looks at all aspects of management – including strategy, leadership, finance, marketing and HR – with a particular focus on the development of transferable analytical, administrative and problem-solving skills. Covering eight key business management areas, our MBA programme has been expertly designed to sharpen your strategic management and leadership skills and help you understand how external factors such as policy and technological innovation affect management decisions.

How will this course progress my career?

This programme is based on the premise that management skills and techniques are applicable across all industries, sectors and types of organisation, and is ideal if you work in a management role and are wanting either to progress in your current working environment or to make a career shift, for example into consultancy.

Past students of this programme have gone on to become strategic consultants, strategic sourcing managers, heads of strategic development and directors.

Meet our student

understand and use financial statements How is this course structured? for management decisions.

All the following modules have been designed to give you both a holistic understanding - Marketing Planning and Promotion of the sector and the expertise needed to This module will give you an understanding progress in your career. of the nature of the markets served and the relationships with customers, and will - Business Environment and Strategic detail how and why these factors affect Management the marketing, planning and management This module will give you the skills needed of all operations. to identify and understand the external and internal influences on management policies - Management Information and and on strategic aims; it also shows the Communication Systems relationship between long-term planning This module will give you a detailed and decision making. understanding of the technology used in effective management and the ability to - The Strategy of International Business use this technology to enhance the quality This module identifies the challenges of of your strategic decision making. management organisation and policy in international business and presents an approach to exploring policies that are likely to lead to successful outcomes.

- Human Resource Management This module advances your understanding of the nature of corporate culture and change in organisations and the roles played by managers and your teams. You will discover the ways in which the quality of HRM affects all the functions of management.

- Leadership and the Management of Strategic Change The key tools of management you will acquire as part of this module will provide you with the effective leadership skills to plan, - Research Skills and Dissertation Planning organise and communicate confidently and This module provides a grounding in project strategically in times of organisational change. planning, literature review and the principles of research methodology as a means of - Accounting and Finance for Managers preparing you for the major project that is Designed for non-specialist accountants, the culmination of the programme. you will explore the purpose of accounting, the role of the financial and management - Dissertation accountant and investigate how to

“ After several years of working in various management roles, I wanted to improve my skills so as to be able to change the direction of my career.

The modules I am studying on this course offer a well-rounded insight into today’s business and show us how to handle certain situations and issues in the different areas and functions of organisations.

The lecturers bring a lot of external content from their professional lives into the teaching environment – which puts all the theoretical knowledge into perspective. Their high-level of expertise means I have been quickly brought up to speed with the current intricacies of the business world, not only in the UK, but globally. The lecturers have very high expectations and require us to work with real business scenarios. With this knowledge and practice, I now feel more confident to solve complex business problems and to offer consultancy to clients on business solutions.”

Anna Borawska, Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Strategic Management graduate

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Our resources & campus All GSM London postgraduate degrees are focused on business and employability, and the programmes are constantly assessed to ensure that they meet employer needs and reflect the realities of working in specialist fields. The same concern to embed employment relevance in everything we teach underpins our constant monitoring of library resources and teaching facilities, to ensure that we are providing you with everything that you will require in your future career.

Greenwich Campus

8 mins

Our Greenwich Campus, in south-east London, is in the heart of historic Royal Greenwich, famous for its park, buildings and lively, youthful atmosphere.

13 mins

The campus is based in an Art Deco building, in a perfect position in the centre of Greenwich which boasts an impressive range of shops, market stalls, and eating and meeting places.

walk to Greenwich Park

We have a broad range of students studying at the campus from the UK and across the world.

Meridian House, Royal Hill, Greenwich, London SE10 8RD

If you want to see more of the city, the best of London’s business and entertainment centres are within easy reach.

Borough of Greenwich is host to lots of attractions, here are a few: • The O2 Arena • Meridian Line • The Old Royal Naval College • Greenwich Market • Eltham Palace • Thames Barrier

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Industry standard facilities In keeping with a learning environment that is focused on business and employment, you will find on our campus a full range of facilities to reflect the industries for which we prepare students. You will find all the hardware, software and other equipment needed for your studies. To give students the full flexibility of studying privately, and in small and large groups, we have paid particular care to the physical arrangement of the learning spaces – and, of course, the meeting and social areas, where you can come together in the down-time between study sessions.

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to London Bridge by rail

to Canary Wharf by DLR

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Library Our library has a wide range of periodicals, journals, online information and free and fast access to the Internet and our Intranet resource centre. Each library provides study areas that allow you to study privately in an undisturbed atmosphere, and computers for private and group study.

Our librarians are always willing to give you advice on research, the full range of available books and other possible sources to help you in your studies. Equally, our online and remote access facilities mean that you will be able to access thousands of eBook titles, as well as many of the world’s most important academic research repositories – wherever in the world you may be.

Careers Centre Most professional positions require a degree these days. Studying at GSM London represents the first step towards enhancing your career – and our Careers Centre will provide you with the guidance and practical support to help you find that successful career.

The centre runs a regular programme of employer events and employability training sessions; these, together with the practical experience and strong teaching environment that are the hallmarks of the College, will guarantee you the support and advice to sustain you throughout your career.

The campus is in a great location. There’s always a lot going on in Greenwich and the transport links are good.

Iqbal Hafiz, Oil and Gas Management graduate

The O2 Arena, the world’s busiest music venue, is only a short distance by bus or tube

View of the city from Greenwich Park, just a 5-mins walk from the campus

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Financing your studies At GSM London we recognise that many factors are likely to influence your decision to begin a postgraduate programme, and that finance is likely to be significant among them.

We provide a quality education that is competitively priced so that you will not be put off developing yourself professionally by the cost of your education. Unlike most other institutions, for example, most fees for our part-time programmes are the same as for our full-time options, so students who choose to study while remaining in work do not need to pay more.

Here is some information on four funding options. You can get further information on financing your studies at gsm.org.uk/pgfunding

You may be able to borrow between £300 and £10,000 as a loan towards the cost of your postgraduate study. Once your loan has been approved, the payment will be paid directly to GSM London.

If you would like to apply for a Career Development Loan, please visit our finance page and follow the links to the banks’ development loan information: gsm.org.uk/pgfunding

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Alumni Tuition Fee Discount If you have graduated from an undergraduate degree at GSM London, you will automatically be entitled to a 30% discount on any course you study with us.

Monthly Payment Plans At GSM London we can set up a monthly payment plan to help you pay for your tuition fees.

At enrolment, a Student Finance Advisor will set up a payment plan with you that is linked to your earnings. If you set up a monthly payment plan, you will need to pay a 10% installment charge.

For further information about postgraduate payment plans, please contact the finance team. +44 (0)20 8516 7800 financequeries@gsm.org.uk

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Career Development Loans If you are over 18 and have been living in the UK for at least three years before starting your programme, you can apply for a Career Development Loan through the Co-Operative Bank or Barclays Bank plc.

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Real world ready Our lecturers are experts in their chosen industry bringing with them exposure to the real world.

They understand how valuable this insight is to your ambition and passion for success and are fully committed to ensuring you leave us fully equipped to realise your full potential.

Developing leaders We have a proud record of developing leaders at GSM London. Our small class sizes ensure maximum participation and regular, personalised feedback from our lecturers. Our practically focused courses have been designed to produce leaders in a range of business sectors.

Fostering entrepreneurship For the past 40 years, we have been creating entrepreneurs and supporting innovation.

Our programmes have been strategically developed to respond to changing markets and to equip you with the flair you will need to fulfil your aspirations.

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