Course Description
Knowledge Management (KM) is a strategic discipline that focuses on how organisations create, share, and utilise knowledge to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. This course explores the theoretical foundations and practical applications of KM, equipping students with the ability to identify, capture, and leverage both tacit and explicit knowledge. Learners will analyse global KM frameworks, study enabling technologies, and assess leadership and cultural influences that support knowledge sharing. The course integrates international case studies to demonstrate how effective KM drives innovation, collaboration, and performance improvement in diverse contexts.
List of Chapters
- Understanding Knowledge and Knowledge Management
- Types and Sources of Organisational Knowledge
- Knowledge Creation and Sharing Processes
- Knowledge Management Systems and Technologies
- Culture, Leadership, and Organisational Learning
- Measuring and Evaluating Knowledge Assets
- Ethics, Intellectual Property, and Knowledge Governance
- Global Trends and the Future of Knowledge Management
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of KM theories, concepts, and practices within a global context.
- Evaluate and apply KM systems and processes to enhance organisational knowledge flow and performance.
- Develop strategies to embed KM principles into organisational culture, leadership, and structure.
- Assess KM tools and technologies for their effectiveness and ethical implications.
- Integrate global KM practices to support innovation and sustainable competitive advantage.
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Progress towards professional programs through flexible learning pathways.
This course offers flexible study options to suit your learning and professional goals. You can study it independently as a standalone course, or undertake it as a unit within the IPS Certified Practitioner in Management, allowing you to build your knowledge progressively towards a professional qualification.