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Part-time Postgraduate Programmes

Cranfield University offers a wide and comprehensive range of postgraduate programmes at MSc, PgDip and PgCert levels, many on a part-time basis, and many accredited by one or more professional institutions. A small selection of these programmes has been outlined here where they are seen to be of particular relevance to BAE Systems.
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Cranfield MSc by Research

A Cranfield MSc by Research provides an attractive development opportunity using the candidate's normal in-company work. Most of the study takes place in the workplace and with formal training provided at Cranfield University. It is a part-time Masters Programme with a normal completion time of 2 years. The candidate gains reward and recognition for their research work .The company gains from the improved motivation and performance of the candidate, supported by the experience and knowledge of academics and added insights into the generic issues involved in the research project.

Aircraft Engineering

The part-time Aircraft Engineering MSc has been developed for BAE Systems and its supply chain and comprises core lecture modules covering the fundamentals of aircraft engineering. The aim of the course is to educate engineers in a broad range of aircraft design and manufacturing subjects and provide business awareness of the aircraft design cycle. This course is available on a part-time basis over 3 years enabling a combination of study with full-time employment. It is enhanced by a three-stage programme from a postgraduate certificate to postgraduate diploma through to an MSc. The MSc is accredited by the RAeS and IMechE as meeting the 'further learning requirements' for Chartered Engineer registration.
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Cost Engineering

Cost Engineering PgCert is between 1 and 3 years part-time and provides a sound, broadly-based education covering the fundamental principles of cost engineering, data management, product and project development cycle and business processes. Suitable for existing and new engineers, buyers and people with commercial backgrounds. It is also suitable for practitioners who seek recognition of their cost engineering profession. 
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Design and Innovation for Sustainability

Growing global concerns about environmental and social issues have placed increasing importance on sustainable innovation and development worldwide. Governments and companies recognise the need to innovate to meet competitive pressures. Design and innovation provide a vital tool for organisations to improve their competitive advantage while addressing environmental performance. This course takes a design-led approach to product and service innovation. Graduates are able to apply design thinking across the business disciplines of design, management, engineering and science to meet the environmental, social and economic needs of consumers while improving organisational sustainability.
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Integrated Vehicle Health Management

Integrated Vehicle Health Management (IVHM) is an emerging discipline bringing together the use of intelligent sensors and real-time data communication. This enables operations and maintenance decisions based on the accurate condition of equipment and assets. IVHM has wide application across a range of vehicles and sectors including aerospace, marine, automotive and rail. The through-life asset and environmental benefits demonstrated have put IVHM on the capability roadmap of major engineering companies, with growing interest from the energy and health sectors. This unique MSc develops professionals with the ability to take a holistic and systematic approach to IVHM, integrating the range of technologies to deliver significant business benefits and improve competitiveness.
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Knowledge Management for Innovation

The MSc Knowledge Management for Innovation is operated in conjunction with industry and applies many industrial tools. This course aims to create the next generation of technical and business leaders who can drive strategic innovation and collaboration by effective management of organisational knowledge within their specialised domains. Therefore it develops leadership skills, team working skills, creativity and knowledge, to enable individuals to implement management practice to aid the development of business. The course combines rigorous academic activity, practical work, utilising industry software such as SAP, and real life experience through industry sponsored project work.
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Management and Information Systems

A major knowledge gap exists between managers in industrial, commercial and governmental organisations who need to run the business but are confused by the IT systems, and the 'techies' who deliver working IT solutions but are not addressing the business needs. The MSc Management and Information Systems develops your understanding of the interaction between IT, organisation and people behaviour to prepare you for managerial positions in business operations and ICT projects. Graduates of this course play a crucial role in integrating the language and practice of management and technology in business.
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Operations Excellence

Operations Excellence MSc has been developed in conjunction with Rolls-Royce and is accredited by the IET, IMechE and RAeS as meeting the ‘further learning requirements’ for Chartered Engineer registration. Suitable for professionals who have the potential for senior management roles in the development of the Operations Supply Chain, both domestic and procured. This includes manufacturing engineers, capacity owners, plant leaders and logistics professionals, as well as members of the procurement community. The course is run on a part-time basis over 2 years. 
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Through Life Sustainment

The MSc in Through-life System Sustainment, developed by Cranfield University in conjunction with Rolls-Royce, has been designed for maintenance and asset management professionals, and leaders in through-life support. It aims to enhance their skills, and addresses the need for highly trained individuals
involved in the maintenance of systems who can ultimately contribute to the achievement of competitive advantage for their organisation. The MSc in Through-life System Sustainment develops skills and knowledge required to lead the implementation of change, based on sound underpinning practices in maintenance management and technology. It covers all aspects of maintenance, from system design, through choice of technologies, to optimisation and performance management.
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For further details call +44 (0)1234 758284 or email Kayleigh Brennan