The University of Lincoln has an extensive list of online reading materials to explore, including this resources library, designed specifically for ambitious working professionals and career changers. It covers a wide range of topics, with a primary focus on the management and leadership disciplines. From creating your own career development plan, to assessing the opportunities that an online qualification can open up, there’s something to help you progress.
Browse through to find the resources which are relevant to you and provide you with what you need. Whether you’re starting out in a new career, or looking to accelerate your progression in your current one, don’t miss out on these useful guides.
Logistics was once viewed purely as transport network and warehouse management, and it played little or no part in corporate strategy. Organisations now realise that logistics strategy is integral to corporate strategy especially when we consider the ever-pressing need for sustainability to be built into business activities. The effect of carbon emissions on climate change … Continued
What is project management? Projects are vital to the running of any organisation because they help to ensure the fulfilment of business needs. Creating a structure which includes resource management and a timeframe in which to reach project objectives is invaluable for every department and team. Project success is almost always reliant on accurate project … Continued
In a world where globalisation has meant that employees can work for international organisations across the planet, there is a need for human resource management (HRM) practices that are considered within a global context. This international perspective must take into account migration, ethics, governance, corporate social responsibility, sustainability, change management, work-life balance, and diversity and … Continued
What is logistics and supply chain management? Supply chain management (or SCM) has always been key to industry operating smoothly, particularly when businesses see rapid growth. However, the pandemic has emphasised just how important this function is. Many companies rely on global supply chains so when borders are shut, factories closed, or regular freight schedules … Continued
Organisational strategy is key for any business, whether it’s an established multinational organisation or even a new business like a small start-up. Strategic planning takes into account business needs and allocation of resources across all teams, meaning that decision-making stakeholders have access to a roadmap that is aligned across the business. Having this roadmap and … Continued
