NAME OF MODULE PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT

MODULE CODE
PM 101
ACADEMIC STAFF
AMALINA BINTI CHE ABDUL HALIM
RATIONALE The rationale to include this module in the academic programme is
because this module is the core and major module in the academic
programme.
SEMESTER & YEAR
SEMESTER 2 YEAR 1

FACE TO FACE (HOURS) OTHERS (HOURS)

STUDENT LEARNING TIME (SLT) LECTURE TUTORIAL PRACTICAL OTHERS TOTAL INDEPENDENT
GUIDED LEARNING
TOTAL SLT 42 0 0 0 42 78

CREDIT VALUE 3.00 Credit Hours

NOTATIONAL HRS 120 Hours/Semester

PREREQUISITE None

OBJECTIVES 1. To explain the historical development to management discipline and its school
of thoughts.

2. To introduce theories, basic concepts and elements of modern management.

3. To explain the principles, functions and managerial processes of an

organization.

4. To develop conceptual and analytical skills in management decision making.

5. To develop students’ positive attitude (e.g. responsible, hardworking,

cooperation, etc).

6. To expose students to ethical behaviors in managerial processes.

LEARNING Upon successful completion of the Module, the student will be able:-
OUTCOMES
1. Describe the historical development of management concepts to the current
modern concepts.

2. Demonstrate their understanding of the basic management concepts by

defining, describing and applying management related concepts.

3. Explain the principles, functions and managerial processes of an organization.

4. Analyse the differences of management decision making.

5. Illustrate their positive attitude (e.g. responsible, hardworking, cooperation, etc)
towards managerial excellence.

6. Practice the importance of ethical behavior in management.

TRANSFERABLE Knowledge, skills and attitudes develop through class room teaching and
SKILLS discussion, practical experiences through assignments and practical training.
TEACHING-
The focus of lectures is to impart knowledge that stimulates learning and critical
LEARNING
thinking. In tutorials, the emphasis is on the application of knowledge in the real
STRATEGY
world of business and accounting practices.
ASSESSMENT  Continuous Assessment – 60%
METHODS & TYPES o Quizzes
o Assignment/Group Presentation
o Project paper
o Mid-term examination
 Final Examination – 40%
MAPPING MODULE
TO PROGRAM AIMS This course is one of the compulsory courses that provide knowledge, skills and
attitude enabling student to attain academic award.

MAPPING MODULE
TO PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAINS
LEARNING Knowledge 
OUTCOMES Practical skills
Social skills and responsibilities 
Ethics, professionalism and humanities 
Communication, leadership and team skills 
Scientific methods, critical thinking & problem solving skills 
Lifelong learning and information management skills 
Entrepreneurship and managerial skills 

MODE OF DELIVERY
The mode of delivery for this module is on a full time basis and if there is a
demand, the module may be delivered on a part-time basis.

SYNOPSIS This course aims to introduce students to the concepts, theories and techniques of
modern management which are important in management discipline. Students are
taught with analytical skills in managing problems within organizations.

CONTENT OUTLINE OF THE MODULE AND THE STUDENT LEARNING TIME PER TOPIC

CONTENT OUTLINE LECTURE TUTORIA PRACTICA OTHERS

L L

The history and school of thoughts in management 2 0 0 0

Managing in a dynamic environment

3 0 0 0

Managing diversity and global environment 3 0 0 0

Ethics and corporate social responsibility

4 0 0 0

Planning and decision making 4 0 0 0

Organizational strategy 4 0 0 0

Organizational control 2 0 0 0

Organizational, adaptive organization, power and delegation 4 0 0 0

Human resource management

2 0 0 0

Managing change and innovation

4 0 0 0

Motivation and leadership

4 0 0 0

Managing groups, teams and communication

4 0 0 0

Conclusion of all topics

2 0 0 0

42 0 0 0
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

1. Daft, R. L. & Marcic D. (2008), Management: The New Workplace.

MAIN REFERENCES International Edition, Thomson South-Western.
BOOKS
2. Daft, R. L. (2012), The New Era of Management, International Edition,
Thomson South-Western.

ADDITIONAL 1. Dessler, G. (2004), Management: Principles and Practices for Tomorrow’s

REFERENCE BOOKS Leader, International Edition, Pearson Educational International.
2. Hitt, M. A., Black, J. S. & Porter L. W. (2005), Management, International
Edition, Pearson Prentice Wall.
3. Williams, C. (2005), Management, International Edition, Thomson South-
Western.
OTHER ADDITIONAL
NA
INFORMATION