SBUS41130 Capstone Project

Academic Year 2023/2024

By developing a solution to a real problem faced by an organization, students will have the opportunity to improve their analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. The capstone project helps students to master the real challenge of integrating diverse streams of knowledge acquired during their studies, combined with practical, real-world application.

For the capstone project, students will work in teams to complete a complex business project for client company based in Ireland. Prior to the project start date, participants will engage in various workshops to support the project process, such as Research Methods & Data Analysis, Cultural Skills and Management Consulting Skills.

The Capstone Projects take place in Summer (June-August). The capstone projects must result in a final written report, which will be submitted to the Programme Office by the agreed deadline. **While all capstone projects are completed in teams, individual grades may vary based on peer assessment and / or overall contributon to the project.**

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What will I learn?

Learning Outcomes:

The Capstone Projet will enable students to:
-Integrate various strands of business and management theory to successfully define and complete a specific business task.
-Apply appropriate research, analytical, and problem solving skills to the project.
-Operate effectively as part of a team to negotiate, collaborate, and lead in scoping and completing a specific business task.
-Justify your findings to both academic and organisational advisors.

Indicative Module Content:

Project management
Diagnostic techniques
Client relationship management
Negotiation skills
Strategic analysis

How will I learn?

Student Effort Type	Hours
Small Group	100
Seminar (or Webinar)	25
Field Trip/External Visits	25
Autonomous Student Learning	100
Total	250

Am I eligible to take this module?

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.

Module Requisites and Incompatibles

Not applicable to this module.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment Strategy

Description	Timing	Open Book Exam	Component Scale	Must Pass Component	% of Final Grade
Group Project: Capstone Project	Throughout the Trimester	n/a	Graded	No	100

Carry forward of passed components
Yes

What happens if I fail?

Resit In	Terminal Exam
Spring	No

Assessment feedback

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Students will receive guidance and mentoring from their academic advisor, their client company representative and the module coordinator at different points throughout the project.

When is this module offered?


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