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Overview This comprehensive course on Ruby on Rails 5 - Become a Professional Developer will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Ruby on Rails 5 - Become a Professional Developer comes with accredited certification from CPD, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is This course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Ruby on Rails 5 - Become a Professional Developer. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Ruby on Rails 5 - Become a Professional Developer is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career Path Learning this new skill will help you to advance in your career. It will diversify your job options and help you develop new techniques to keep up with the fast-changing world. This skillset will help you to- Open doors of opportunities Increase your adaptability Keep you relevant Boost confidence And much more! Course Curriculum 23 sections • 225 lectures • 16:47:00 total length •Course Introduction: 00:06:00 •The Application We're Going to Build: 00:09:00 •Section Introduction gg: 00:01:00 •Introduction to the Command Line Interface in Mac and Linux: 00:10:00 •Installing the X-Code Command Line Tools for Mac: 00:02:00 •Installing Git for Source Code Version Control: 00:03:00 •How to install Homebrew on a Mac: 00:04:00 •Installing GPG Security Systems on a Mac: 00:02:00 •Guide to RVM for Ruby Management: 00:09:00 •Configuring RubyGems and Installing Rails: 00:07:00 •Installing the Postgres Database on a Mac: 00:05:00 •Installing and Working with the Sublime Text Editor: 00:17:00 •Deep Dive into the Command Line - Part 1 of 2: 00:14:00 •Deep Dive into the Command Line - Part 2 of 2: 00:12:00 •PC Environment Setup: Installing Virtual Box: 00:03:00 •Guide to Installing Ubuntu Linux in VirtualBox: 00:10:00 •How to Reboot a Linux Virtual Machine from Terminal: 00:02:00 •Installing Desktop Applications and Ubuntu Navigation Tips and Tricks: 00:09:00 •How to Sign Up for a GitHub Account: 00:03:00 •How to install Git on Linux and Connect to GitHub via SSH: 00:20:00 •How to Securely Install Node and NPM on Linux via NVM: 00:09:00 •Installing the Heroku CLI and the Full Deployment Lifecycle: 00:14:00 •How to install and Work with Sublime Text in Linux: 00:08:00 •PC Setup: Guide for Ruby on Rails and Postgres on Linux - Part 1 of 2: 00:10:00 •PC Setup: Guide for Ruby on Rails and Postgres on Linux - Part 2 of 2: 00:15:00 •Fixing the Role Does Not Exist Error: 00:05:00 •Section Introduction ee: 00:01:00 •Signing Up for a Project Management Account: 00:03:00 •Managing the Project Management Dashboard: 00:08:00 •Importing Project Management Tasks into Pivotal Tracker: 00:01:00 •Creating a Rails Application: 00:11:00 •Generating a Blog for the Portfolio Application Using Rails Scaffolds: 00:11:00 •Analyzing the Rails Process: Index and Show Actions: 00:12:00 •Analyzing the Rails Process: New, Create, Update, Edit, and Destroy Actions: 00:14:00 •Analyzing the Rails Process: Routing with Resources: 00:07:00 •Rails File System Overview: 00:13:00 •Updating the Project Management Dashboard: 00:01:00 •Deep Dive: Analyzing the Application Generator - Part 1: 00:12:00 •Deep Dive: Analyzing the Application Generator - Part 2: 00:17:00 •Section Introduction bb: 00:02:00 •How to Sign Up for a Github Account: 00:03:00 •Generating SSH Keys to Securely Communicate with Github: 00:04:00 •Guide to GitHub: 00:12:00 •How to Update a .gitignore File to Securely Store Secret Credentials: 00:11:00 •Guide to the Markdown Syntax: 00:10:00 •Updating the Git Sprint in the Project Management Dashboard: 00:01:00 •Deep Dive: Analyzing Version Control and Git - Part 1: 00:18:00 •Deep Dive: Analyzing Version Control and Git - Part 2: 00:13:00 •Section Introduction aa: 00:01:00 •Guide to the Rails Controller Generator to Build Pages Part 1: 00:16:00 •Guide to the Rails Controller Generator to Build Pages Part 2: 00:05:00 •Guide to the Rails Model Generator to Build out Data Specific Features: 00:17:00 •Guide to the Rails Model Generator for Building Out the Portfolio Feature: 00:10:00 •Deep Dive: Analyze Rails Generators and How to Customize a Generator - Part 1: 00:15:00 •Deep Dive: Analyze Rails Generators and How to Customize a Generator - Part 2: 00:11:00 •Section Introduction SS: 00:02:00 •Building out a Seeds File for Generating Dynamic Sample Data: 00:15:00 •Implement an Index Action from Scratch in Rails: 00:12:00 •Build the New and Create Functionality from Scratch in Rails: 00:20:00 •Implement the Ability to Edit Database Records from Scratch in Rails: 00:13:00 •How to Use the Link to Method in Rails for Creating Dynamic Links: 00:13:00 •How to Implement the Show Action from Scratch in Rails: 00:12:00 •Building the Ability to Delete Items in Rails: 00:15:00 •How to Implement Custom Routes for Pages in Rails: 00:09:00 •How to Override the Rails Resources Routes for the Show Action: 00:07:00 •How to Implement Permalinks in a Rails Application - Part 1: 00:17:00 •How to Implement Permalinks in a Rails Application - Part 2: 00:05:00 •How to Use Enums in Rails to Manage Data Stages: 00:13:00 •How to Implement a Custom Action in Rails via a Button Click - Part 1: 00:12:00 •How to Implement a Custom Action in Rails via a Button Click - Part 2: 00:10:00 •Updating the Project Management Dashboard and Performing a Pull Request: 00:05:00 •Deep Dive: Rails Routing and Data Flow - Part 1: 00:13:00 •Deep Dive: Rails Routing and Data Flow - Part 2: 00:13:00 •Deep Dive: Rails Routing and Data Flow - Part 3: 00:16:00 •Section Introduction RR: 00:01:00 •Implementing Data Validations in Rails 5: 00:12:00 •Guide to Data Relationships in Rails: 00:16:00 •How to Implement Custom Scopes in Rails 5: 00:16:00 •How to Set Default Values in Rails 5: 00:13:00 •How to Use Concerns in Rails 5: 00:13:00 •Building an Additional Parent/Child Relationship in Rails 5: 00:10:00 •Rails 5 Complex Forms: Configuring Nested Attributes in the Model: 00:17:00 •Rails 5 Complex Forms: Configuring Nested Attributes in the Form: 00:17:00 •Deep Dive: Working with SQL and ActiveRecord in Rails 5 - Part 1: 00:16:00 •Deep Dive: Working with SQL and ActiveRecord in Rails 5 - Part 2: 00:14:00 •Deep Dive: Working with SQL and ActiveRecord in Rails 5 - Part 3: 00:15:00 •Section Introduction QQ: 00:01:00 •How to Install Devise in Rails 5: 00:08:00 •Using Devise to Implement Registrations and Login Functionality: 00:18:00 •Building Custom Routes for Authentication Pages with Devise in Rails 5: 00:03:00 •Enable Users to Logout and Dynamically Render View Content in Rails 5: 00:07:00 •How to Add Custom Attributes to a Devise Based Authentication System: 00:15:00 •How to Use Controller Concerns in Rails 5 for Devise Custom Attributes: 00:15:00 •Integrate Virtual Attributes to Extract First and Last Name Data from a User: 00:17:00 •Deep Dive: Using BCrypt to Implement Encryption in Ruby: 00:19:00 •Section Introduction PP: 00:01:00 •Rails Data Flow Review and Working with Params: 00:14:00 •Using Rails Sessions to Share Data between Pages: 00:19:00 •Refactoring the Session Tracker into a Controller Concern: 00:07:00 •Working with Strong Params in a Rails 5 Controller: 00:13:00 •Deep Dive: Building a Guest User Feature in Rails - Part 1: 00:14:00 •Deep Dive: Building a Guest User Feature in Rails - Part 2: 00:18:00 •Section Introduction OO: 00:03:00 •How to Customize the Rails Master Layout File - Part 1: 00:15:00 •How to Customize the Rails Master Layout File - Part 2: 00:09:00 •Guide to Using Multiple Layout Files in Rails 5: 00:14:00 •Introduction to Rendering Collections via Partials in Rails 5: 00:09:00 •Introduction to Partials in Rails 5: 00:08:00 •How to Send Data to Partials to Generate Custom Behavior in Rails 5: 00:15:00 •Guide to View Helpers in Rails 5: 00:17:00 •How to Use the Rails Content Tag Helper to Auto Generate HTML Code: 00:15:00 •Introduction to Rendering Collections via Partials in Rails 5: 00:09:00 •Guide to Manually Configuring Partials to Work with Collections in Rails: 00:07:00 •Guide to Helpful ActionView Helper Methods in Rails 5: 00:15:00 •Deep Dive: Tips and Tricks to Working with ActionView in Rails 5 - Part 1: 00:12:00 •Deep Dive: Tips and Tricks to Working with ActionView in Rails 5 - Part 2: 00:15:00 •Section Introduction NN: 00:01:00 •How to Utilize Puts Debugging in Rails: 00:08:00 •Guide to Byebug in Rails 5: 00:09:00 •Guide to Debugging with Pry in Rails 5: 00:19:00 •Proper Way to Implement Error Management in a Rails Application - Part 1: 00:15:00 •Proper Way to Implement Error Management in a Rails Application - Part 2: 00:06:00 •Section Introduction MM: 00:01:00 •How to Install Bootstrap 4 into a Rails 5 Application - Part 1: 00:10:00 •How to Install Bootstrap 4 into a Rails 5 Application - Part 2: 00:12:00 •Section Strategy for Building a Custom RubyGem: 00:11:00 •How to Build a RubyGem from Scratch - Part 1: 00:06:00 •How to Build a RubyGem from Scratch - Part 2: 00:15:00 •Section Introduction hh: 00:02:00 •Introduction to Authorization and How to Install the Petergate Gem: 00:08:00 •How to Add Roles to the User Model in Rails 5: 00:05:00 •Guide to Implementing Petergate in Rails 5 Application - Part 1: 00:15:00 •Guide to Implementing Petergate in Rails 5 Application - Part 2: 00:12:00 •Workplace Facilities: 00:35:00 •Portfolio Design Planning for Layout Specific Styles: 00:09:00 •Implementing the Initial Homepage Design in Rails 5 with Bootstrap 4: 00:09:00 •Building a Navigation Partial for the Master Application Layout with Bootstrap: 00:11:00 •Implement a Footer Along with Adding Method Arguments to a Rails View Helper: 00:14:00 •How to Embed a Google Map into a Rails Application: 00:06:00 •Guide to Updating the Styles for the Devise Edit Account Page in Rails: 00:16:00 •How to Override Default Bootstrap Styles for Text Alignment in the Card Class: 00:06:00 •Implementing Styles for the Devise Registration Page with Bootstrap 4: 00:14:00 •How to Design the Login and Password Pages with Bootstrap 4 Form Styles: 00:15:00 •How to Set Default Values for View Helper Method Arguments in Rails 5: 00:04:00 •Integrating a Different Design for a Separate Blog Layout in Rails 5: 00:04:00 •How to Use Bootstrap 4 to Add a Custom Nav Bar to a Blog Layout in Rails: 00:07:00 •Customizing the Design for the Blog Index Page with Bootstrap 4: 00:19:00 •Guide to Adding Styles to the Blog Show and Form Pages with Bootstrap 4: 00:12:00 •Implementing Partials, Pagination, and Font Awesome Icons - Part 1: 00:23:00 •Implementing Partials, Pagination, and Font Awesome Icons - Part 2: 00:23:00 •Initial Design for the Portfolio Index Page with Bootstrap 4: 00:17:00 •Integrating the Portfolio Animated Navigation Slider, Footer, and Index: 00:14:00 •Using the Bootstrap 4 Grid Layout to Style the Portfolio Show Page in Rails: 00:06:00 •Implementing Bootstrap 4 Forms for the Portfolio Form Pages: 00:13:00 •How to Build a View Helper to Dynamically Generate a Nav Bar - Part 1: 00:20:00 •How to Build a View Helper to Dynamically Generate a Nav Bar - Part 2: 00:19:00 •Deep Dive: Rails Asset Pipeline Part 1: 00:01:00 •Deep Dive: Rails Asset Pipeline Part 2: 00:19:00 •Section Introduction LL: 00:01:00 •How to Integrate a Position Attribute and Custom Scope in Rails: 00:12:00 •Installing the jQuery UI and html5sortable JavaScript Libraries in Rails 5: 00:09:00 •Initial Implementation of Drag and Drop Interface in Rails 5: 00:13:00 •Implementing Drag and Drop Functionality into a Ruby on Rails 5 App Part 1: 00:18:00 •Implementing Drag and Drop Functionality into a Ruby on Rails 5 App Part 2: 00:11:00 •Implementing Authorization Rules for Drag and Drop Feature with Petergate: 00:07:00 •Deep Dive: jQuery CoffeeScript in Rails: 00:19:00 •Section Introduction jj: 00:01:00 •Introduction to Using Images and the Rails Asset Pipeline: 00:12:00 •How to Set a Full Size Video Background in Rails with Bootstrap 4: 00:08:00 •Deep Dive: Installing and Configuring Carrierwave for Image Uploads in Rails 5: 00:20:00 •Deep Dive: Integrating Connection to AWS S3 for File Hosting with Carrierwave: 00:14:00 •Implementing File Upload Button Styles and Refactoring Placeholder - Part 1: 00:06:00 •Implementing File Upload Button Styles and Refactoring Placeholder - Part 2: 00:19:00 •Section Introduction ii: 00:01:00 •Difference Between form_form and form_tag in Rails - Part 1: 00:15:00 •Difference Between form_form and form_tag in Rails - Part 2: 00:16:00 •How to Integrate Cocoon in Rails 5 for jQuery Nested Forms: 00:20:00 •Guide to Integrating Alerts that Automatically Fade Away in Rails 5: 00:15:00 •Refactoring Alert Notifications to Use a Shared View Helper in Rails: 00:13:00 •Deep Dive: How to Build an HTML Form from Scratch the Works with Rails: 00:17:00 •Section Introduction ff: 00:03:00 •Integrating the Twitter Gem to Pull in Tweets in Rails 5: 00:20:00 •How to Render Tweets on a Rails View Page: 00:07:00 •Building a Parser View Helper Method to Make Twitter Links Clickable in Rails: 00:15:00 •Customizing the Styles for the Tech News Page with Bootstrap 4: 00:07:00 •Section Introduction cc: 00:01:00 •Running the Comment Generator and Installing the NoSQL Redis Database in Rails 5: 00:18:00 •Building the Comment Form and Required Controller Actions - Part 1: 00:14:00 •Building the Comment Form and Required Controller Actions - Part 2: 00:08:00 •Refactoring the Comment Form into a Partial and Implementing Data Validations: 00:05:00 •Building the jQuery Functions for Processing Comments - Part 1: 00:19:00 •Building the jQuery Functions for Processing Comments - Part 2: 00:05:00 •How to Create a Broadcast with ActionCable in Rails 5: 00:14:00 •Guide to Implementing Live Data Updates in a Rails 5 Application - Part 1: 00:15:00 •Guide to Implementing Live Data Updates in a Rails 5 Application - Part 2: 00:06:00 •Styling the Comment Section and Implementing Gravatar Based Thumbnails in Rails: 00:16:00 •Section Introduction dd: 00:01:00 •Planning Final Project Updates and Assignment: 00:11:00 •Building a Scope to Show the Most Recent Blog Posts and Hiding Draft Posts: 00:09:00 •Hiding the Show Page for Blogs in Draft Mode in Rails 5: 00:04:00 •How to Add a Drop Down Form Element in Rails 5 for Parent/Child Relationships: 00:09:00 •Using the Controller Generator to Build the Topic Features - Part 1: 00:10:00 •Using the Controller Generator to Build the Topic Features - Part 2: 00:11:00 •How to Build a Widget for the Blog to Render Topics in Rails 5: 00:17:00 •How to Implement Radio Buttons in a Rails Form to Update Enum Values: 00:09:00 •Guide to Integrating Markdown and Syntax Highlighting in a Rails 5 Application: 00:13:00 •Integrating Breadcrumbs and Icons for the Blog Show Pages: 00:12:00 •Building a Partial for Managing Admin Actions for Blog Posts: 00:15:00 •How to Implement a Responsive Navigation Bar with Bootstrap 4: 00:11:00 •Updating the Source/Session Tracking System for the New Layouts: 00:14:00 •How to Integrate a Favicon in Rails 5: 00:08:00 •Implementing Responsive Image Components for the Portfolio Layout: 00:06:00 •Adding Card Styles to the About and Contact Pages: 00:09:00 •How to Implement Collapsable Content Components in a Rails 5 Application: 00:09:00 •How to Integrate Bootstrap Progress Bars in a Rails Application: 00:13:00 •How to Integrate Custom Fonts in a Rails 5 Application: 00:17:00 •Updating the Seeds File in Rails: 00:07:00 •Signing Up for and Creating a New Heroku Application: 00:04:00 •How to Deploy a Rails 5 Application to Heroku: 00:13:00 •Working with the Rails Console on Heroku: 00:11:00 •Installing Redis on Heroku for ActionCable Commenting Feature: 00:04:00 •Configuring Action Cable to Work on Heroku: 00:11:00 •How to Implement the Typed.js Library into a Rails 5 Application: 00:12:00 •How to Install and Configure Webpack, Yarn, and jQuery into a Rails 5.1+ App: 00:19:00 •How to Work with Encrypted Credentials in Rails 5.2+: 00:24:00

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Getting Started Enhance your career and earn the highest qualification available in business and management. The Doctor of Business Administration taught and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire is designed for senior managers and consultants who wish to learn and earn an advanced administration level while working full-time. DBA is a demanding research-based programme suitable for candidates pursuing higher-level business administration qualifications after an MBA. This programme provides a solid foundation in various aspects of business, including management, marketing, finance, and operations. Students can expect to gain practical insights into real-world business scenarios, enabling them to make informed decisions and solve complex problems effectively. You're learning journey will include: Lectures and guided reading. Active group work. Case studies. Videos. Reviews of current events and student presentations. You'll develop applied research skills as you evaluate industry-related problems critically. Throughout the programme, students receive support from experienced academics and industry professionals who provide guidance and feedback on their research projects. The programme is delivered through online webinars and independent study, allowing students to balance their studies with work and personal commitments. Doctor of Business Administration is awarded and delivered by the University of Central Lancashire. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this Doctor of Business Administration programme.  About Awarding Body Founded in 1828, the University of Central Lancashire is a public university based in Preston, Lancashire, England. Today, UCLAN is one of the largest in the United Kingdom, with a student and staff community of nearly 38,000. At present, the University has academic partners in all regions of the globe, and it is on a world stage that the first-class quality of its education was first recognised. In 2010, UCLAN became the first UK modern Higher Education institution to appear in the QS World University Rankings. In 2018, the Centre for World University Rankings estimated Central Lancashire to be in the top 3.7 per cent of all global universities, highlighting the growth the University has made in offering students real-world learning experiences and reflecting the University's extensive pool of academic talent. Ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide. Student Communities from more than 100 countries WES Recognised Qualifi is a UK Government (Ofqual.gov.uk) regulated awarding organisation and has developed a reputation for supporting relevant skills in a range of job roles and industries, including Leadership, Enterprise and Management, Hospitality and catering, Health and Social Care, Business Process Outsourcing and Public Services. Qualifi is also a signatory to BIS international commitments of quality. The following are the key facts about Qualifi. Regulated by Ofqual.gov.uk World Education Services (WES) Recognised Assessment Assignments and Project No examination Entry Requirements Applicants should normally have a Master's degree or equivalent and work in or have recently worked with in business administration. If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification. Progression Upon completing the doctorate programme, learners will possess the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue various career opportunities in administration, management research, etc. One can choose from various positions upon successfully completing a DBA. Some of the most notable career paths are Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher, Market Research Analyst, Economic Analyst, etc. Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable. Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete. Structure Phase 1: Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Programme Structure The course is structured around eight mandatory units, encompassing various topics aligned with learning outcomes. Each unit holds a value of 20 credits. Learners can participate in lectures and workshops to familiarize themselves with the subject. Attaining a total of 160 credits by completing all units is a prerequisite for the issuance of the Diploma. Unit 800: Leadership Qualities and Practice Unit code: A/506/9126 This unit delves into the connections between leadership and management within strategic operations. It scrutinizes various leadership styles, their underlying principles, and associated concepts. The unit also investigates methods to assess and enhance team performance to achieve strategic business and operational goals. Additionally, it encompasses the interplay between strategic management and leadership, containing crucial leadership principles, theories, and their alignment with organizational strategy. Unit 701: Research Methods Unit code: Y/506/9134 The objective of this unit is to enhance the learner's knowledge and comprehension of academic practices and research methodologies. It employs a problem-based learning approach to cultivate practical proficiency in areas relevant to educational practice and research in business and management. Unit 801: Personal Leadership Development as a Strategic Manager Unit code: F/506/9127 This unit focuses on the strategic leadership skills essential for directors and senior managers to effectively guide international organizational strategic initiatives, collaborating with partners, buyers, suppliers, customers, and competitors. Unit 802: Strategy Development in Cross Border and Global Organisations Unit code: F/506/9130 This unit tackles formulating strategies for cross-border or global organizations, which encounter complexities stemming from political, religious, cultural, and social differences, as well as the management of organizations operating within specific country boundaries. Unit 803: Strategic Planning for Cross Border and Global Organisations Unit code: L/506/9132 This unit scrutinises the diverse influences and effects on cross-border or global organisations and how they contribute to the development of successful strategies and the mitigation of risks. Unit 804: Strategic Direction in Cross Border and Global Organisations Unit code: R/506/9133 This unit provides senior strategic managers with the opportunity to delve into the influences and effects of cross-border and global policy and strategy. It aims to facilitate enhancements in establishing direction, shaping the approach, and forecasting the success of cross-border or worldwide policy and procedure. Unit 805: Strategic Communication Unit code: L/506/9129 The unit aims to develop the ability to critically assess and appreciate the impact of media on international organisations. It considers stakeholders, political and pressure groups, as well as the part played by media owners. Unit 806: Culture and its Impact on Strategy Unit code: J/506/9128 This unit strives to foster a profound comprehension of the intricacies faced by internationally operating organizations and how this impacts the strategy development process. It employs well-reasoned and thoroughly researched perspectives to cultivate alternative viewpoints.   Phase 2 - Doctor of Business Administration Programme Structure Stage 1 - Taught component The Reflexive Practitioner Management, Rhetoric, Policy and Practice Research Methodologies and Design Qualitative Research Methods Quantitative Research Methods Accordion Title Stage 2 - Research component The Reflexive Practitioner     Delivery Methods The Doctor of Business Administration is awarded and delivered by the University of Central Lancashire. This doctorate from the University of Central Lancashire is offered as a block teaching and research programme. The DBA will run at the Preston Campus of the University. You'll have full access to the Library and information resources of the University throughout the DBA and may use all social, cultural and sports facilities of the University. Stage 1 - Taught component The DBA Taught Programme consists of six taught modules, each being completed through a four-day intensive workshop plus a period of private study both before and after the workshop. During Stage 1 you will develop critical and reflective skills at doctoral level, through the requirement to think conceptually, apply critical thinking, and reasoning skills and to challenge orthodoxy relating to the body of knowledge and research relating to Management and Organisation. Action learning is incorporated within the study sessions and is an important and distinctive feature of our DBA. You will work in sets or small development groups with fellow participants throughout the programme and also develop your skills as a critical and reflective learner. Stage 2 - Research component The DBA Research Programme - as part of the development process of your DBA project, you will have worked with the DBA staff to agree a suitable supervisory team, including a Director of Studies. This team will work with you throughout Stage 2 helping you to design and implement your own particular DBA project. This will normally take two years working on a part-time basis although you may choose to work at a pace that requires more time and you may therefore take up to five years. Resources and Support School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently. Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal. How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

Getting Started With highly experienced tutors guiding the completion of an MBA, this programme fosters personal and managerial development, encouraging students to make unique contributions. The MBA programme has earned an excellent reputation among employers in private, public and voluntary sectors, enabling graduates to pursue senior positions within organisations or even continue their academic journey with a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree. For those seeking to specialise, the Research Specialisation Certificate is an optional add-on, allowing students to choose a management area of interest, such as finance, marketing, human resources, or operations and conduct in-depth research. Successful completion of the MBA Dissertation module earns students this exclusive certificate, recognised by the University and emphasises their commitment to academic research and specialised knowledge. The programme comprises two phases; the first is the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, awarded by Qualifi and delivered by the School of Business and Technology London. The second phase is the MBA Top Up, awarded and delivered by the University of Central Lancashire through distance learning. This programme offers the same high-quality education as its on-campus counterparts, with access to video lectures, interactive assessments and online discussion forums. Students also benefit from comprehensive support services, including academic and technical assistance and access to online resources. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this programme.  About Awarding Body Founded in 1828, the University of Central Lancashire is a public university based in Preston, Lancashire, England. Today, UCLAN is one of the largest in the United Kingdom, with a student and staff community of nearly 38,000. At present, the University has academic partners in all regions of the globe, and it is on a world stage that the first-class quality of its education was first recognised. In 2010, UCLAN became the first UK modern Higher Education institution to appear in the QS World University Rankings. In 2018, the Centre for World University Rankings estimated Central Lancashire to be in the top 3.7 per cent of all global universities, highlighting the growth the University has made in offering students real-world learning experiences and reflecting the University's extensive pool of academic talent. Ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide. Student Communities from more than 100 countries WES Recognised Qualifi is a UK Government (Ofqual.gov.uk) regulated awarding organisation and has developed a reputation for supporting relevant skills in a range of job roles and industries, including Leadership, Enterprise and Management, Hospitality and catering, Health and Social Care, Business Process Outsourcing and Public Services. Qualifi is also a signatory to BIS international commitments of quality. The following are the key facts about Qualifi. Regulated by Ofqual.gov.uk World Education Services (WES) Recognised Assessment Assignments and Project No examinations Entry Requirements Applicants should normally have a good first degree or equivalent and be working in or have recently worked within business management area. If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification. Progression An MBA graduate can pursue a fruitful career in many industries. MBA can open career opportunities in various sectors such as banking and financial services, investment banking, management consulting, insurance, hospitality, media, information technology (IT) and marketing. An MBA is often a pathway to promotion or a career change as you will gain a professional reputation and develop essential skills in the sector you choose to pursue. Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable. Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete. Structure Phase 1 - Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Programme Structure To attain 120 credits, learners must complete the six compulsory units and select at least two optional units. Mandatory Units Unit 702: Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy Unit code: Y/506/9067 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit's objective is to enable learners to delve into the evaluation and enhancement of team performance to achieve strategic goals. Additionally, learners will be introduced to various management models, concepts, and ideas that can assist in establishing objectives for departments, projects, teams, and individual performance. Unit 704: Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking Unit code: H/506/9068 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit aims to tackle the abundance and intricacy of data and information accessible to organisations and to teach how to analyse, apply, and ascertain its value in shaping strategic decisions. Unit 705: Leading a Strategic Management Project Unit code: L/506/9065 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit will engage the learner in crafting research and methodologies to bolster a strategic management project. They will need to assess options and data sources critically before presenting the outcomes of the project. Unit 706: Strategic Direction Unit code: D/506/9068 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 The purpose of this unit is to delve into the strategic aims and objectives of an organisation and to understand their importance in defining direction, as well as gauging success and progress for the organisation. Additionally, the unit will examine how various strategic options may lead the organisation to alter its course. Unit 711: Strategic Planning Unit code: Y/506/9070 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit focuses on the significance of the strategic planning process in crafting suitable strategies and creating a plan that garners support from stakeholders and other organizational leaders. Learners will also engage in a critical evaluation of the program and its subsequent success. Unit 724: Development as a Strategic Manager Unit code: J/506/9064 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit aims to foster organizational and self-awareness in learners. It lays the groundwork for a self-critical and reflective approach to personal development, which is essential when operating strategically. Additionally, it considers broader contextual factors within the organization and the environment, recognizing their role in contributing to the overall strategic success of both the individual and the organization.   Optional Units Unit 703: Finance for Managers Unit code: D/506/9071 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 The purpose of this unit is to assist learners in comprehending and applying financial information and data. This unit holds significance for learners as it aids in making informed financial decisions. Unit 708: Strategic Marketing Unit code: M/506/9074 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit will explore the foundational models, techniques, and theories that form the basis of marketing and can contribute to achieving strategic objectives. It will also give learners a critical comprehension of the marketing function within intricate organizations. Unit 710: Organisational Change Strategies Unit code: K/506/9073 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 The primary objective of this unit is to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to understand, plan, and execute organizational change effectively. While prevailing wisdom in the business world often emphasizes the need for fast, large-scale, and transformative change for corporate survival, there is evidence to suggest that many successful organizations adopt a slower and more cautious approach. Moreover, change initiatives have a reported failure rate of around 70%. This underscores the complexity of managing organizational change, making it a critical skill for successful leaders and organizations. This unit will scrutinize the evolving nature of organizations and the associated challenges they encounter. It will explore the key approaches to change management and demonstrate how these align with the various types of changes organizations undergo, particularly concerning individual, group, and organizational behaviour. Unit 712: Human Resource Planning Unit code: H/506/9072 TQT : 150 Credit: 15 This unit will cover key considerations in planning for and acquiring a workforce capable of achieving strategic objectives. It will also examine the limitations and external factors that impact an organization's HR practices.   Phase 2 - MBA Top-Up Programme Structure Dissertation Module Delivery Methods The programme comprises two phases; the first is the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership awarded by Qualifi and delivered by the School of Business and Technology London. The School of Business and Technology London offers flexible learning methods, including online and blended learning, allowing students to choose the mode of study that suits their preferences and schedules. The programme is self-paced and facilitated through an advanced Learning Management System. Students can easily interact with tutors through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System for course material discussions, guidance, assistance, and assessment feedback on assignments. School of Business and Technology London provides exceptional support and infrastructure for online and blended learning. Students benefit from dedicated tutors who guide and support them throughout their learning journey, ensuring a high level of assistance. The second phase is the MBA Top Up, awarded and delivered by the University of Central Lancashire through distance learning. The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) offers a range of distance learning options for students who require the flexibility to study remotely. These options include online courses, blended learning, and supported distance learning. UCLan's distance learning courses are designed to provide students with the same high-quality education as on-campus courses, with access to resources such as video lectures, online discussion forums, and interactive assessments. The University also provides a range of support services for distance learning students, including academic support, technical support, and access to the University's library and online resources. Resources and Support School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently. Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal. How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.