Sheila Cameron has years of experience of the particular needs of these students as MBA Director at the Open University Business School.
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Contents INTRODUCTION 1 Management, learning and the role of this book Learning outcomes and Introduction How to use this handbook How the book is structured Chapter structure Planning your work on the handbook Summary UNDERSTANDING THE MBA 2 The nature of MBA learningLearning outcomes and Introduction MBA origins Challenges to the traditional model A history of the MBA Lessons for MBA design Reflection and professional practiceKey MBA benefits SummaryFurther information 3 Your objectives for an MBA Learning outcomes and Introduction Your life as contextLearning aims for future career successDeveloping objectivesDirecting your effortsSummary Helpfile 3.1: Questions that may help you choose a programme 4 Creating a suitable learning contextLearning outcomes and Introduction Gaining organisational supportGaining support from family and friendsYour MBA providerEnsuring emotional supportCreating a place to studyInternet accessSummary PRE-COURSE SKILL DEVELOPMENT 5 Personal management skills Learning outcomes and Introduction Assessing your personal management skills Planning skills Emotional intelligenceManaging stressCoping with unavoidable stressDeveloping assertiveness skillsKnowledge managementSeeking information: preparatory reading Summary Further information Helpfile 5.1: Edit and format commands6 Time management Learning outcomes and Introduction Making time for studyIf the time is simply not there …Basic time management principlesPutting principles into practiceSummary Further information DEVELOPING LEARNING SKILLS 7 Managing your learning activities Learning outcomes and Introduction Creating time and spaceDeveloping a study planUsing study time effectivelySummary Appendix to chapter 7: Exercises that can be used during study breaks8 Learning and developing as a managerLearning outcomes and Introduction What is learning?What is management theory and why is it useful?Learning model and metaphorsLearning stylesSingle and double loop learningCritical engagementReflection and professional learningReflective writingOrganising your fileSummary Further information 9 Improving reading skills Learning outcomes and Introduction Efficient eye movement Increasing reading speed Selecting reading material Choosing your reading speed Reading criticallyTaking notes Summary Further information Answers to exercises 10 Using diagrams Learning outcomes and Introduction The importance of diagrams The magic management bo
