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This module is intended to introduce students who have already studied the principles of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) how to utilise GIS tools in environmental management. Environmental applications require specific skills on the part of the GIS professional. Such skills include familiarity with the sources of spatial environmental data and their relative strengths and weaknesses. Specific analytical skills are also required, such as the ability to analyse river network data and to handle Digital Elevation Models (DEMs). The module also explores how GIS can be integrated with environmental impact assessment and may be used to support decision-making. The unit will be particularly valuable to those students hoping to pursue a career in the environmental sector or to undertake a research project with an environmental focus.

The module taught element will take a broad view of the role of GIS in environmental management, but will focus on river catchment, forestry, renewable energy, and ecological applications

Some general advice on choosing between the GGES6013 and GGES6017 GIS modules, for students taking one or wishing to take both:

Core Skills in GIS (GGES6013): Is likely a better module for those who are completely new to GIS and is more general in terms of the topics/application it covers.

GIS for Environmental Management and Consultancy (GGES6017): Is more suited to those who are interested in using GIS for environmental applications, but there are some intro sessions for those who are new to GIS – so prior experience is not expected.

To investigate the modern research into glacial processes, to investigate analytical approaches to test contemporary controversial problems and to show how these processes formed the present day landscape

To investigate the modern research into glacial processes, to investigate analytical approaches to test contemporary controversial problems and to show how these processes formed the present day landscape

To investigate the modern research into glacial processes, to investigate analytical approaches to test contemporary controversial problems and to show how these processes formed the present day landscape

This module has been created to represent the following compulsory Research Dissertation modules taken by MSc Global Marine Resources Management students at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology:

OCES6112 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Managament II (24 credits)
OCES6113 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Management III (24 credits)

While the MSc Global Marine Resources Management programme will take place within one calendar year and HKUST will record OCES6112 and OCES6113 as taking place in Part I, Semester 3, the University of Southampton does not have a Semester 3. The University of Southampton academic year runs from 1st August to 31st July. The HKUST Semester 3 dates span June to August and as such tip the programme into a second academic year (Part II) for Southampton.

Note: OCES6111 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Management I is compulsory at HKUST Part I, semester 2 and captured under University of Soutampton module code SOES6089

This module has been created to represent the following compulsory Research Dissertation modules taken by MSc Global Marine Resources Management students at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology:

OCES6112 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Managament II (24 credits)
OCES6113 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Management III (24 credits)

While the MSc Global Marine Resources Management programme will take place within one calendar year and HKUST will record OCES6112 and OCES6113 as taking place in Part I, Semester 3, the University of Southampton does not have a Semester 3. The University of Southampton academic year runs from 1st August to 31st July. The HKUST Semester 3 dates span June to August and as such tip the programme into a second academic year (Part II) for Southampton.

Note: OCES6111 Research Project in Global Marine Resources Management I is compulsory at HKUST Part I, semester 2 and captured under University of Soutampton module code SOES6089

This module provides an exploration of how global advertising campaigns are developed and executed within both agency and in-house environments. You will examine the structures, roles, and workflows of advertising teams, gaining insight into the client/agency relationship and the collaborative processes that drive campaign success. From interpreting briefs to final delivery, the module traces each stage of campaign creation, including evaluation and optimisation strategies. Practical experience is central, with opportunities to develop skills in pitching, presenting, client liaison, and creative ideation. Emphasis is placed on understanding the creative process, responding effectively to client needs, and crafting compelling pitches. By engaging with real-world practices and case studies, you will build a comprehensive understanding of how global campaigns are shaped by strategic thinking, creativity, and professional communication.

This module is unusual in the MBA programme as it invites students to focus their research and analysis on the global environment rather than internally on their firm. With this external focus in mind the module examines the impact of globalisation and the international macroeconomic context for global businesses. The module adopts the PESTLE approach to examine the combined impact that political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental trends have on organisations and their survival in a global environment, especially where corporate responsibility and ethical behaviour is concerned. In addition, the module focuses on the impact of multiple stakeholder groups on business performance. These three external contexts will be researched, evaluated and analysed in order to generate an understanding of the factors and their impact upon various global businesses.

This module is unusual in the MBA programme as it invites students to focus their research and analysis on the global environment rather than internally on their firm. With this external focus in mind the module examines the impact of globalisation and the international macroeconomic context for global businesses. The module adopts the PESTLE approach to examine the combined impact that political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental trends have on organisations and their survival in a global environment, especially where corporate responsibility and ethical behaviour is concerned. In addition, the module focuses on the impact of multiple stakeholder groups on business performance. These three external contexts will be researched, evaluated and analysed in order to generate an understanding of the factors and their impact upon various global businesses.

This module will consider human-caused global challenges and their impact on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. We will discuss the main causes of global change, including greenhouse gases, changes in temperature and rainfall, and human land use, as well as how these changes can subsequently trigger other drivers of change (e.g. ocean acidification, soil characteristics, loss of biodiversity) or social challenges (e.g. food security). Biological responses to these global changes will be considered in terms of how organisms, species and communities may acclimatize, adapt or change. After consolidating understanding of the causes of, and biological responses to, global change, we will consider what these impacts mean for ecosystem structure, function, ecosystem services and natural resource management.