The Warwick Executive Diploma in Behavioural Science

3-6 October 2023

In this module, you will learn how behavioural science theory can be applied to develop an effective organisational culture. You will explore how organisations and teams can be shaped and supported to work collaboratively, creating efficient and productive teams.

Critically, you will also discover how the culture of an organisation can affect the wellbeing of its employees, and how fostering workplace happiness improves organisational productivity. 

Organisations that form a healthy culture of collaborative working encourage greater productivity, reduced employee turnover, as well as increased creativity in design and entrepreneurial thinking. 

These are benefits that can help any organisation, and you will learn how you can start making change in yours.

Assessment

You will be required to complete two assessments which are aligned to your organisation. Each assessment is designed to provide you with a report that you can take back and implement within your organisation.

12-15 December 2023

This module covers the behavioural science theory that can help you become a more effective leader in the modern world.

It will encompass theory on negotiation, both with other organisations, and stakeholders within your own own organisation. Behavioural science can tell us about people’s motivations within organisations, and how being aware of these motivations can make you a better negotiator.

You will also examine theories behind cheating and ethical behaviour, including how can this be understood, and how you can encourage an organisational culture that prevents it.

Effective and well informed leaders can transform organisations, unlocking potential and providing significant competitive advantages. A good understanding of relevant behavioural science is crucial, which is what this module will provide.

Assessment

You will be required to complete two assessments which are aligned to your organisation. Each assessment is designed to provide you with a report that you can take back and implement within your organisation.

5-8 March 2024

This module will introduce you to the theories explaining how individuals judge the value of an option and how they make choices between alternatives. This will include an exploration of the common biases and shortcuts seen in such behaviour, and how you can use behavioural science to explain why some promotions and product structures are seen as more appealing by consumers. You will also examine how the patterns of behaviour in individuals can shape the overall market. 

Understanding individual behavioural patterns allows you to cater to consumer preferences, better shape consumer choice, and market your products. A company that incorporates knowledge of behavioural science in individual judgements can better understand its customers, markets, and its own employees.

Assessment

You will be required to complete two assessments which are aligned to your organisation. Each assessment is designed to provide you with a report that you can take back and implement within your organisation.

14-17 May 2024

In your final module, you will learn and practice the skills required to most effectively apply the behavioural science knowledge you've acquired during the course. You will explore frameworks like nudge theory and how these can be applied using tools such as the Nudgeathon. This will present ways in which you can identify potential applications of behavioural science in your own organisation, often by discovering valuable new uses for data you already hold. It will also explore approaches for validating changes and measuring their effectiveness.

Many organisations are waking up to the importance and value of incorporating behavioural science into their work. Behavioural insights teams and nudge units are becoming more common. When implemented within your organisation these can be invaluable and provide a real competitive advantage.

Assessment

You will be required to complete two assessments which are aligned to your organisation. Each assessment is designed to provide you with a report that you can take back and implement within your organisation.

The final component of your Executive Diploma is the individual project. The project is completed and submitted after the four core modules, though you will begin developing ideas for your project from the outset, as it is intended to be an integrating focus for your learning across the whole Diploma.