This module provides a forum for the exploration of emerging and topical themes and issues arising in business that are not addressed by the traditional MBA core curriculum. It encourages the learner to explore the dynamics of, and interplay between, traditional and emergent fundamentals of business from a variety of perspectives. The module introduces the learner to a range of contemporary business issues that are of concern to business executives and senior managers in organisations today. Learners are provided with frameworks and perspectives to explore the dynamic interplay between sustainability and performance.

The syllabus will rotate and evolve according to emergent issues and faculty specialisation (including adjuncts) who will deliver four research-led teaching sessions on contemporary issues in business. The four topics will vary from year to year depending on issues arising business.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: • Critically analyse focal topics in the context of sustainable business development. • Debate the impact of emerging and topical themes and issues arising in business that are not addressed by the traditional MBA core curriculum. • Draw conclusions regarding the dynamics of, and interplay between, traditional and emergent fundamentals of business from a variety of perspectives.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: • Reflect on their evolving perspectives on the future of work in the context of contemporary issues. • Reflect on their own attitudes to learning and responding to change as active participants in a dynamic context.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: N/A

The module will be taught using a combination of seminars and workshops in order to facilitate interactive discussion exploring the relevant body of knowledge focusing on relevant theories and concepts, industry examples, and case studies which will be used to facilitate collaborative critical analysis and reflection. Graduate attributes will be developed in the following ways: Agile: Students are expected to be agile in their learning through independent study, self-directed learning and coursework; Articulate: Students will become articulate in expressing advice through the use of in-class discussions, presentations and written coursework; Courageous: Students will be required to participate openly in class discussions, group work and assessments that require them to step outside their comfort zone; Curious: Students will be encouraged to be curious in their acquisition of knowledge of through practical examples, coursework and in-class groupwork; Responsible: Students will develop a sense of responsibility through class discussions on various ethical and sustainable issues and challenges.