Supporting Statements

Order Description I guess it should be 300-500 words A compelling supporting statement is a very important part of your application. We strongly suggest that before you begin writing, you review the structure and content of the degree programme (written below), and the strengths and research areas of the department so that you can address them in your statement. We suggest including: Why would you like to study this particular degree programme? Are there particular course units that appeal to you? Do you have a particular interest in certain areas of the course? Why would you like to study this subject area? Is it an area you have studied before? If not, where does your interest come from - give examples. What have you studied before, or what skills/interests do you have that are appropriate to your chosen course? What academic skills do you have? Give examples relevant to your course of how you've used them in the past. What personal skills do you have and what are your individual strengths? Do you work well in a team, or have great communication skills? Are you good at networking or dealing with a range of people? These and other skills may be useful in your course - give examples that demonstrate your skills. What are your career aims? How do you hope this course will help you pursue them? Will particular course units, or the programme as a whole, provide you with skills you think will be useful for your future? -------- I'm applying for Engineering management. ****Course overview:**** he Engineering Management MSc programme is designed to help you master current and emerging engineering management issues and the management principles that underpin effective business strategies and outcomes. Balancing academic theory with practical opportunities, this course provides tools to manage sophisticated large, complex and multi-disciplinary projects and supply-chains. The course will provide you with the understanding and tools to manage financial budgets and understand the bigger picture faced by the wider company. You will also be exposed to Practical Knowledge from the science behind renewable energy through to the diverse new world of modern consumer technology design for the home. A strong emphasis is placed on the scientific and technological revolutions underway and the process of technological convergence underway which have had a major impact on both the older established engineering industries and the younger electronics, wireless, computer, media and creative industries and internet-based start-ups. ------- ****The course structure:**** Core modules Introduction to Project Management An introduction to the fundamentals of the project life cycle and the intricate role of the project manager. Operations and Quality Management A detailed exploration about how quality is achieved throughout business process and looking into ways in which operations can be improved to make a difference to both profit, productivity and quality of product. International Accounting and Finance This module is an introduction to the world of accounting and finance which will leave students with a clear understanding of the financial principles needed for running businesses, managing budgets and gaining finance. International Supply Chain Management An introduction to managing material flow (the physical distribution and control of goods); the role of information systems (eCommerce) in developing and enhancing supply chain management; supply chain relationships; the customer service dimension; time based competition; the global supply chain; managing the supply chain of the future. International Strategic and Technology Management Senior management within large organisations develop strategies for the deployment of new technologies, internal innovation, changes in the market place as well as disruptive competition. This course explores the design and deployment of these strategies through case studies. Business Research Methods A detailed explanation of research methodology and statistics which is designed to improve research quality in the final projects/dissertations. Risk and Resilient Supply Chains A study of the complications in Risk Management within the supply chain and the tactics and techniques used by modern industry to minimise risk and provide business continuity. Managing People and Organisations Main topics of study: nature of organisations and their development and effectiveness; the role of the engineering manager and the contingency theory of management; learning organisations and the role of innovation; managing innovation including organisational culture in a global business environment; motivation and managing high performing teams; managing change and designing organisations that support creativity and innovation. Renewable Energy This course considers at a high-level the principles behind renewable energy sources (tidal, wind, hydro, nuclear) and how they can be harnessed to provide electricity in a practical manner. It will outline the key stages in their operation, the energy conversion process and its optimisation, specific issues around electricity storage at times when low output load coincides with high input opportunity, an overview of the operation of the national grid and future trends. Wearable Technology This course considers technology and materials that can be used in electronic wearable applications along with their advantages and disadvantages in terms of durability, cleaning, power source, programmability for various applications, principles of operation, manufacturing issues and standards and future trends. The module will include group practical exercises in creating wearable technology that takes into account the aesthetics as well as the technological solutions to desired designs.