Knowledge Acquisition, Representation and Management
6 Credits (ECTS)
Knowledge Acquisition, Representation and Management
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Module Description
The preservation, dissemination, creation, and sharing of knowledge has gained considerable importance in contemporary times.
Research has shown that organizations appreciate the value of managing knowledge activities for gaining competitive advantage.
This course explores the nature of knowledge and how it can be captured and shared across a working community and an organization.
The course provides a comprehensive view of how knowledge operates in an organization by focusing on learning processes at individual, group and organizational levels.
Further, the course develops an understanding of knowledge society, nature of knowledge work, learning & knowledge processes and the role of ICT in facilitating knowledge-intensive work processes.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following:
- a Level 6 degree related to AI/Computer-Science/Mathematics/Electronics;
OR
- a Level 6 degree not related to AI/Computer Science/Mathematics/Electronics and a minimum of two years’ relevant experience;
OR
- a Level 5 diploma or higher diploma and five years’ of relevant work experience.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at:
- Industry professionals working in different domains, including Technology, Engineering, Science, IT, Finance, Accountancy, Management, Marketing, Insurance, Banking, Gaming, Healthcare, Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Human Resources, Psychology, Blockchain, Legal, Administration, Policy Making, Digital Art, Archaeology, Architecture, Education and other related areas.
- Recent graduates with degrees in Computer Science, Technology, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Management, HR, Law, Engineering, Science, Medicine, Psychology, Digital Art, Game Development, Archaeology, Architecture or Business.
- Mid-career-break professionals looking for opportunities to return to or change their career.
The target group may also be extended to positions such as that of wedding manager, transport manager, maintenance manager, operations manager, marketing manager, conference manager and even that of general manager.
Career Paths
The programme prepares for positions such as and not limited to:
- Compliance Supervisor/Manager/Officers
- Anti-Money Laundering Managers
- Money Laundering Reporting Officer and their deputies
- Law enforcement agencies and supervisory and regulatory authorities
- Managers with responsibilities for internal AML controls
- Risk Managers
- Director of Compliance
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Modular Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Additional Info
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
**Terms and conditions apply.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Thoroughly assess the fundamental concepts of knowledge representation (KR) techniques and different notations.
- Crtically evaluate and apply the theoretical knowledge about principles for logic-based representation and reasoning.
- Exhaustively evaluate potential challenges and risks to implement production systems, frames, inheritance systems, and approaches to handle uncertain or incomplete knowledge.
- Critically examine and describe the nature of knowledge and knowledge workers.
Knowledge:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following:
- Describe the fundamental concepts of knowledge representation (KR) techniques and different notations
- Discuss principles for logic-based representation and reasoning.
- Identify contemporary issues in knowledge management
- Compare and contrast knowledge management concepts and solutions.
Key indicative topic areas cover:
- Knowledge Representation.
- Knowledge Acquisition and Sharing
- Knowledge Management (KM)
- Developing KM solutions
- Knowledge Management and the business environment
- Contemporary issues in Knowledge Management
Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Rigorously examine and design knowledge-based systems intended for computer implementation.
- Analyse knowledge processes within an organization in terms of organizational performance and learning.
- Critically evaluate the role of ICT in facilitating knowledge work.
- Judiciously apply principles for logic-based representation and reasoning.
Judgment Skills and Critical Abilities:
The learner will be able to: ·
- Master problem- solving skills by analysing case studies and working out the issues presented in real-life situations.
- Evaluate and critically appropriate to discipline being studies.
Module-Specific Communication Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Communicates ideas, problems, and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist audiences using a range of techniques involving qualitative and quantitative information to sustain arguments.
Module-Specific Learner Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Undertake independent and self-directed study through primary and secondary research.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials etc.