Business and Management - Short Courses

Short Courses & Professional Development

Business and Management - Short Courses

Study at the Business School of the Year 2020 (THE Awards 2020) and build on new or existing knowledge across a variety of business subjects.

The University prides itself on its business-connected learning and teaching, and has a strong commitment to work-based and work-related learning. These short courses will enhance your understanding and equip you with relevant and transferable skills across a variety of business functions.

Graduate Certificate Creative and Cultural Business

Graduate Certificate

The course supports students in developing their academic identity and skills in preparation for postgraduate study. Students will be exposed to and explore the scope and features of the creative and cultural industries, thereby developing academic skills, particularly in the areas of enquiry, research and communication.

wind turbines on a hill

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

Explore the technical, financial, commercial, and contractual activities involved in energy transition.

Oil industry with anchor and drill

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

Study this unique cross-industry data management course for new and current practitioners.

Person holding a pencil at a meeting

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

Explore energy, sustainability, and climate issues, assess supply dynamics, and analyse policy to support the transition to a low carbon economy.

woman with a coffee on a laptop

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 9

For women who are keen to grow their businesses this course will empower you to explore viable opportunities, understand customers, generate creative ideas and consider risks. During the course you will create a strategy and a plan to take you to the next level and realise your growth aspirations.

Project Management Fundamentals

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

Learn key principles, concepts and strategies of project management and apply your learning to a real or case study project.

Resilience and Change Management

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

Resilience is now considered an important factor in the contemporary workplace. In the increasingly and endlessly turbulent context of the modern world of work, the resilience of both individuals and organisations becomes vital in order to survive and thrive.

Strategic Digital Marketing

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 9

Explore the digital marketing landscape, strategy, tools & tactics for effective communication.

Strategic Leadership

Short Course - 15 credits at SCQF level 11

In order to maximise efficiency as well as achieve organisational goals, it is accepted that leadership is a vital function within any business. Leadership skills can be learned and this course is the start of this learning for those who want to develop or hone their leadership skills.

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