Legal, Ethical, and Governance Issues
6 Credits (ECTS)
Legal, Ethical, and Governance Issues
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Module Description
This module provides an in-depth understanding of the legal, ethical, and governance frameworks essential for effective leadership in healthcare and other business settings.
Students will explore the key principles of corporate governance, ethical decision-making, and compliance requirements, all of which are vital for responsible leadership and management in any organization.
By understanding the relevant legal and ethical considerations, students will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of business operations while ensuring compliance with regulations.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must have:
- Level 6 Degree and 2 years’ work experience.
Preference is given to applicants having:
- Level 6 Degree in a discipline related to the Study Programme; and
- A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in management within the sector covered by the Study Programme.
OR
- Level 5 Diploma or Higher Diploma and 5 years’ work experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
* Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at Healthcare professionals with work experience; people such as:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in healthcare management.
- Individuals wanting to pursue senior management and leadership careers within the healthcare profession.
- Individuals wanting to enhance their ability to interpret, assess, and communicate healthcare-related information.
Career Paths
This programme is not designed to prepare students for specific warranted professions or regulated occupations.
Instead, it aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and competencies outlined in this curriculum, equipping them for diverse leadership and management roles within the healthcare sector.
This programme is targeted at healthcare professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders seeking to advance their careers in healthcare management. It also caters to individuals from non-healthcare backgrounds who wish to transition into healthcare leadership roles.
Graduates will be well-prepared for senior management and leadership positions in hospitals, healthcare organisations, government agencies, consulting firms, and international health institutions.
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:
- Formative 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.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Apply legal principles to organisational practices.
- Make ethical business decisions, evaluating ethical dilemmas and applying ethical decision-making frameworks to address them.
- Implement corporate governance practices.
- Develop strategies and practices that ensure compliance with relevant legal and ethical standards.
- Critically evaluate and design sustainable healthcare practices.
Knowledge:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following:
- Apply legal principles to organisational practices.
- Make ethical business decisions, evaluating ethical dilemmas and applying ethical decision-making frameworks to address them.
- Implement corporate governance practices.
- Develop strategies and practices that ensure compliance with relevant legal and ethical standards.
- Critically evaluate and design sustainable healthcare practices.
Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Apply legal knowledge, interpret and apply the relevant legal frameworks to ensure organisational compliance in various business scenarios.
- Formulate governance structures and apply effective governance models that align with organisational values and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrate social responsibility, make ethical decisions, analyse ethical dilemmas, and apply ethical theories and frameworks to make informed decisions that promote integrity and responsibility.
- Ensure compliance by developing compliance programmes and implementing procedures that mitigate legal and ethical risks within the organisation.
- Implement healthcare practices which promote environmental sustainability.
Module-Specific Learner Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Clearly articulate legal, ethical, and governance policies to stakeholders to ensure understanding and adherence.
- Use effective communication techniques to promote an ethical culture within the organisation.
- Develop and present governance and compliance reports to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders, including board members, employees, and regulators.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Efficiently search for and interpret legal information using online legal databases.
- Present research data visually, using software to create visual representations of research data, including charts, graphs, and tables.