Assessment methods are designed to meet the particular requirements of each module. These methods vary from 100% examination to 100% continuous assessment. Currently the balance for the taught element of the Programme is approximately 65% examination and 35% continuous assessment. The major project accounts for 60 of the 180 credits required for successful completion of the degree.
This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute.
This programme is suitable for candidates seeking a career in the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors, particularly those who aspire to a senior management role.
Dr Ming K Lim
Lecturer – Logistics Management
Dr. Lim's research domains are in the areas of logistics & supply chain management and manufacturing systems & management. His research interests include Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, lean & agile manufacturing, responsive & reconfigurable manufacturing/supply chain, multi-agent systems, cost & system optimisation, and system modelling & simulation. Dr Lim is actively consulting companies from manufacturing and logistics industries in the implementation of RFID in their operations, as well as in enhancing production and supply chain competitiveness.
Dr Louise Knight
Senior Lecturer in Management, Engineering Systems and Management Subject Group
Dr Knight joined the ESM team in late 2007 to teach strategic management and strategic purchasing. She came to Aston from the University of Bath where she was Deputy Director of the Centre for Research in Strategic Purchasing and Supply, and before that held various roles in human resource management and purchasing and supply at London Underground Ltd. Her research interests include supply networks, network learning and leadership, collaboration and public procurement.
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