Programme Specification 2015/16

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1 Programme Specification 2015/16 1. Awarding body University of Surrey 2. Teaching institution (if different) N/A 3. Final award Master of Business (MBus) 4. Programme title/route/pathway MBus Business Management MBus Business Management (Entrepreneurship) MBus Business Management (HRM) MBus Business Management (Marketing) 5. Subsidiary award(s) and title(s) BSc (Hons) Business Management BSc (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) BSc (Hons) Business Management (HRM) BSc (Hons) Business Management (Marketing) BSc (Ord) Business Management Diploma of Higher Education in Business Management Certificate of Higher Education in Business Management 6. FHEQ Level 4, 5, 6 and 7 7. Credits and ECTS credits 480 UK credits (240 ECTS credits) 8. Name of Professional, Statutory or AACSB Regulatory Body (PSRB) 9. Date of last accreditation (if applicable) N/A 10. Mode of study Full-time Full-time (sandwich) 11. Language of study English 12. UCAS Code N208 (with Professional Training Year), N209 (without Professional Training Year) 13. QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable) Subject benchmark statement master s degree in Business and Management 2007 and subject benchmark for General Business and Management Other internal and / or external reference N/A points 15. Faculty and Department/School FASS/SBS 16. Programme Leader To be appointed in August 2015 following Operational Review restructure 17. Date of production/revision of the specification 18. Educational aims of the programme March 2015 The educational rationale of MBus is to enable high-performing students to extend their studies within the specialisms chosen as part of the BSc programmes and pathways to the fourth, Masters year of study and research, and thus add both depth and value to their higher education at the University of Surrey that would not be easily achievable by undertaking a separate Masters degree due to such stand-alone degrees often acting as conversion courses into equivalent specialisms. By contrast, the MBus programme offers the following advantages: Advanced study within chosen specialism building directly on what students have learnt in Levels 4, 5 and 6 (as well as P for those who have undertaken placements) as part of a student-centred, research-led programme Being part of a small, select cohort of high-performing students starting with similar specialist

2 knowledge base from the BSc part of the programme, enabling more tailored learning Opportunity to reflect on the learning the students have received at BSc level and apply it to a research situation Graduating with a Masters qualification ahead of those who are studying for a standalone Masters qualification, which will give students a head start against their competitors in the job market The MBus programme also has the following additional educational strengths: Customisation via option choices to the students own interests and aspirations within and beyond chosen subject specialisms; Comprising a substantial piece of applied research (via the Applied Research Project component) under the supervision of expert academics in students chosen field; Fostering students initiative and ownership of own learning in relation to advanced tasks, such as for example working as part of a group to organise a networking and knowledge transfer event (as part of the Networking and Knowledge Transfer module). Giving students access to cutting-edge ideas, theories and practices through experts from both within and outside Surrey Business School, including industry experts. Graduates of the programme will provide a strong contribution to the emerging cadre of inquisitive, critical and thinking managers and organisational citizens who are able to meld theory and its application in the real world and therefore are likely to be highly attractive to future employers as the strategic leaders and senior business managers of the future. Graduates will also be ideally placed to undertake research degrees building on their chosen specialisms and, in the future, join the ranks of the academic profession. The aims of the BSc Business Management degree are to: Be truly international Be grounded in an ethos of sustainability Develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field Reflect current industry practice and research themes Provide a professional, creative, dynamic and supportive learning environment Recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual Be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest Produce employable individuals who reflect the characteristics of the 'Surrey Management Graduate' 19. Programme learning outcomes the programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, skills, qualities and other attributes in the following areas: MBus Degree On successful completion of the MBus degree students will be able to: Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of cutting-edge topics and issues in management, reflexively tested through practical application and applied research; Describe and explain the ontological, epistemological and methodological bases of conducting applied research in business management; Apply advanced research methods to the collection, analysis and interpretation of qualitative and/or quantitative data; Design and conduct an applied research project on a business problem of their choosing and which further extends the expertise already gained in specific fields of business and management, via students pathway followed and/or optional module choices; Collect and analyse primary data using appropriate methods; Interpret, describe and present the results of their empirical research;

3 Identify and explain the theoretical and practical implications of their findings; Present and provide research-based solutions to business problems; Critically appraise the use of research evidence in business and management (research and practice); Demonstrate initiative, independence, responsibility for own learning, and organisational skills; Showcase networking and knowledge transfer skills, equipping them for work in the present-day knowledge economy and information society. The Learning outcomes of the MBus are informed by and designed to meet the requirements of internal and external reference points: Framework for Higher Education Qualifications, Subject Benchmark for Business Management, QAA Code of Practices, Faculty specific learning and teaching strategies and the University of Surrey descriptors. The specific learning outcomes in regards to knowledge and understanding, cognitive, practical and transferable skills are listed in the end of this section in great detail in relation to the teaching and learning strategies and assessment. BSc (Hons) degree The following learning outcomes should be met on successful completion of the BSc level of study, and students will be: Thinkers - They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions. Achievers -They get things done in an effective, efficient and timely manner. They demonstrate adaptability and resilience when coping with complexity, applying creativity appropriately. Communicators- They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. Inquirers - They develop their natural curiosity and actively enjoy learning. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. Informed Risk-takers- They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. These graduates will strive to be: Knowledgeable - They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines. Open-minded - They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience. Balanced - They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal wellbeing for themselves and others. Caring - They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment. Reflective - They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to

4 assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development. Principled - They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs. Professional -They utilize their independent judgement within an ethical framework in carrying out their responsibilities. They demonstrate commercial awareness within an international context. Ordinary Degree The programme aims to: Be truly international Be grounded in an ethos of sustainability Develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field Reflect current industry practice and research themes Provide a professional, creative, dynamic and supportive learning environment Recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual Be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest The following learning outcomes should be met on graduation and successful students will be: Thinkers -They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically in their approach to complex problems. Achievers- They get things done in an effective, efficient and timely manner. They demonstrate adaptability when coping with complexity. Communicators -They understand and express ideas and information confidently in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively in collaboration with others. Inquirers -They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and show independence in learning. These graduates will strive to be: Knowledgeable - They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire knowledge and develop understanding across a range of disciplines. Open-minded - They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience. Caring - They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment. Reflective - They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development. Principled - They act with integrity and honesty, with a sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

5 Professional -They utilize their independent judgement within an ethical framework in carrying out their responsibilities. They demonstrate commercial awareness. Diploma in Higher Education The programme aims to: Be truly international Be grounded in an ethos of sustainability Develop individuals who are recognised as Reflect current industry practice and research themes Provide a professional, creative, dynamic and supportive learning environment Recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual Be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest On graduation the following learning outcomes should be met and successful students will be: Thinkers -They will apply thinking skills critically in their approach to problems. Achievers - They get things done in an effective, efficient and timely manner. They demonstrate adaptability. Communicators - They understand and express ideas and information confidently in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively with others. Inquirers - They will develop the skills necessary to conduct inquiry. These graduates will strive to be: Knowledgeable - They explore concepts, ideas and issues. In so doing, they acquire knowledge and develop understanding across a range of disciplines. Open-minded - They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. Caring - They show respect towards the needs and feelings of others. Reflective - They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. Principled - They act with integrity and honesty, with a sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. Professional -They utilize their judgement within an ethical framework in carrying out their responsibilities. They demonstrate commercial awareness. Certificate in Higher Education The programme aims to: Be truly international Be grounded in an ethos of sustainability Develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field Reflect current industry practice and research themes Provide a professional, creative, dynamic and supportive learning environment

6 Recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual Be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest On graduation, successful students will be: Thinkers -They will apply thinking skills in their approach to problems. Achievers -They get things done in an effective, efficient and timely manner. Communicators -They understand and express ideas and information confidently in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively with others. These graduates will strive to be: Knowledgeable - They explore concepts, ideas and issues. In so doing, they acquire knowledge and develop understanding across a range of disciplines. Open-minded - They are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. Caring - They show respect towards the needs and feelings of others. Reflective - They give consideration to their own learning and experience. Principled - They act with integrity and honesty. Professional -They demonstrate commercial awareness. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have systematic knowledge and understanding of: Business functions, structure and management in general Business processes from planning, design, implementation, evaluation and improvement to control and operations management. Business economics and its impact on society Based on pathways students will have gained specific knowledge and understanding in regards to the subjects: marketing, human resource management or entrepreneurship and how these specific areas are linked to business processes and economics. A comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to their own research project Critical awareness of current problems in a business context Skills and other attributes - Intellectual / cognitive skills Teaching and learning strategies Students gain knowledge and understanding through reading of textbooks, journal articles, lecture and seminar notes and materials, online and in-class exercises provided in lectures, seminars and workshop type sessions. Assessment Knowledge and understanding will be assessed by means of exams, class-tests, individual assignments and group assignments or projects. Teaching and learning strategies

7 On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Define, explain, analyse and interpret information by assessing and evaluating different concepts, theories and models Develop models and concepts further and apply models and concepts Identify, evaluate and construct arguments Demonstrate self-direction and critical selfawareness in regards to their own analytical skills Communicate conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences Skills and other attributes - Professional practical skills On completion for this programme the successful student will have acquired the following professional practical skills: Identify, prioritise and synthesize information for various business processes and purposes Write, analyse and evaluate business reports and businesses performances Set business objectives, implement business strategies and plans. Apply interpersonal and team management skills to specific business situations Skills and other attributes - Key / transferable skills Students learn cognitive skills through the analysis of case studies, in individual and group exercise, portfolio and/ or homework, dissertation supervision. Assessment Cognitive skills will be assessed by means of oral presentations, individual essays, group reports and throughout the dissertation process. Teaching and learning strategies Students learn practical skills through seminars and workshops and assessment on individual and group basis. Assessment Student s practical skills are assessed in individual and group assignments and exams as well as portfolio work and practical modules that require practical skills. Teaching and Learning strategies The successful student will have the following transferable skills: Excellent communication skills in written and oral format Time management skills Team management skills Decision making skills Interpersonal skills Self-motivation, initiative, pro-active thinking and strong interpersonal skills Independent learning abilities Transferable skills are taught inside and outside the classroom. Inside the class room students will have to take part in activities that will require students to apply these skills either individually or in a group. Assessment Individual and group assignments are aimed to develop and support transferable skills and through individual reflection and peer-group assessment. 20. Programme structure including the route / pathway / field requirements, levels modules, credits, awards and further information on the mode of study. Students are initially registered for MBus and will undertake 8 compulsory modules in level 4. The MBus programme is studied over 4 or 5 academic years depending on students taking the placement year, and is studied on a full-time basis. On successful completion of the MBus programme students may apply for a PhD. The Programme is divided into modules. All taught modules are worth 15 credits, which is indicative

8 of 150 hours of learning, comprised of student contact, private study and assessment. The only exception is the Applied Research Project at FHEQ Level 7, which allows students to undertake a substantial independent research project into their chosen specialism, and is worth 45 credits. In order to achieve the MBus award students must complete 480 credits at FHEQ Levels 4, 5, 6 and 7. To achieve the BSc award students must complete 360 credits at FHEQ Levels 4, 5 and 6. To achieve the Ordinary degree award students must complete 300 credits, including 60 credits at level 6 To achieve the DipHE award students must complete 240 credits at FHEQ Levels 4 and 5. To achieve the CertHE award students must complete 120 credits at FHEQ Level 4. The optional placement year requires 120 credits on successful completion. Remaining on the MBus is contingent on a level average of 60% at FHEQ levels 5, and cumulative level average for FHEQ Levels 5 and 6 at Level 6. Students failing to meet this criterion at the end of Level 5 will be transferred out to the BSc programme. Those failing to meet it at the end of Level 6 will be recommended for the award of BSc. Students who enrol on the BSc programme may be admitted to the MBus programme at the end of FHEQ levels 5 or 6 if they meet the level average criterion. The first three years of the MBus programme comprise the structure of the BSc Business Management programme. This means that the MBus Business Management programme and its pathways (MBus Business Management (Entrepreneurship), MBus Business Management (HRM), MBus Business Management (Marketing)) start with a common first year. As is currently the case with the BSc Business Management programme, this will allow MBus students to make an informed decision about either confirming the pathway chosen on entry or switching to an alternative pathway at the end of Level 4. Some of the modules at FHEQ Level 4 constitute part of the appropriate pathway. The exit award at the end of FHEQ Level 4 is CertHE. At FHEQ Level 5, students take 45 credits of common modules, with the exception of Marketing pathway, where students take 30 credits with common with other pathways. Additionally, Marketing students take 45 credits of pathway modules and 45 credits of optional modules taken from other pathways and specialist options. Students from other pathways take 45 credits of pathway modules and 30 credits of optional modules taken from other pathways and other specialist options. Any students leaving with a subsidiary award at either FHEQ Level 4 or 5 would not include the pathway in the title. The exit award at the end of FHEQ Level 5 is DipHE. The Professional Training Year, if selected, would be taken within the chosen pathway. At FHEQ Level 6, students take 60 credits of common modules. Students on the generic Business Management pathway also take 60 credits of optional modules, whereas students on specialised pathways take 45 credits of pathway modules and a 15-credit optional module. If students exit at the end of FHEQ Level 6 they will have 360 credits. The exit award at the end of FHEQ Level 6 is BSc. At FHEQ Level 7 in semester one, students take two common modules - Research Methods (an existing module) and Networking and Knowledge Transfer (for MBus students only), followed in semester two by two more modules for MBus students only - Applied Research Methods and the 45 credit Applied Research Project. Students also take 30 credits of optional modules, however for students on specialised pathways at least 15-credits of optional modules have to be in their pathway specialism. Students exiting at the end of FHEQ Level 7 will have achieved 480 credits. Students successfully completing FHEQ Level 7 will be awarded MBus in their chosen pathway. Programme adjustments (if applicable) N/A

9 Programme pathways and variants Students have the option to study BM generally or to choose from one of the four pathways as outlined below. FHEQ Level 4 consists of specially designed compulsory modules that are common to all pathways. After successful completion of FHEQ Level 4, students will have option to continue on the general BM programme or to transfer to one of the pathways. Students will make their selection at the end of FHEQ Level 4 and pathways will start at FHEQ Level 5. Students will not be able to transfer between pathways after FHEQ Level 5 but will be allowed to return to the general BM programme. Students will be made aware of all options at FHEQ Level 4 and will be supported in making their pathway decisions by Programme Leaders and Personal Tutors. BM General Programme The Business Management General programme has been designed to give students the broadest range of subjects. Students who do not wish to take a pathway can remain on this programme and tailor it to their individual interests. The programme covers all important areas of business management including; marketing, HRM, strategy, finance and accounting, management information system, entrepreneurship and ethics. In comparison to the pathways the general BM programme offers more optional modules to students. BM (Marketing) pathway The Business Management (Marketing) pathway has been specifically designed to offer an exciting and challenging programme for students wishing to pursue a career in Marketing and related areas. Students have the option to study a diverse range of topics that reflect both the very latest academic research and industry trends in this dynamic field. Students will be able to develop a range of practical and transferable skills that are valued by employers whilst fostering strong academic proficiencies across a number of innovatively designed Marketing modules. The pathway has been designed to cover a wide range of Marketing disciplines that relate to the varied career options available in this sector. We have modules that relate to dynamic themes such as Marketing Analytics and Marketing in the Digital Environment, and that address key areas such as Marketing Strategy and Research in Marketing. There is a focus on psychology with Consumer Behaviour and creative skills are developed in Marketing Communications and International Fashion Marketing. Students will be eligible to apply for entry to the CIM Professional Diploma. BM (Entrepreneurship) pathway Entrepreneurship is about pursuing opportunities beyond the resources you have at hand. It is a state of mind a desire and a passion for change and for making things happen. Entrepreneurs are pioneers and innovators who often build businesses from scratch, or work within their organizations to create new opportunities. Surrey Business School offers a wide variety of entrepreneurship optional modules; Entrepreneurship in the Digital Domain, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and Business Law. This pathway will provide a holistic, and at the same time, comparative view of entrepreneurial activity. Throughout it, you will explore different ways to facilitate entrepreneurship; learn how to consider financial and institutional systems in supporting entrepreneurship in different economies, and gain an analytical framework for understanding different approaches to entrepreneurial cultures. BM (HRM) pathway By choosing the BSc Business Management (HRM) pathway, you will be able to specialise in exploring the human dimensions of business and management. This is a complex but also an immensely exciting, rich and interdisciplinary area of knowledge, taught by experts from the People and Organisations subject group at Surrey Business School. In addition to the common business and management grounding provided across the pathways, you will study pathway modules in HRM,

10 organisational psychology, sociology of work, and employee relations, as well as having the opportunity to take further specialist pathway modules (e.g. in law, leadership, decision-making or international aspects of people management), and/or complement the pathway modules with optional modules from other pathways. Business organisations are unthinkable without people and, whichever career you choose, you will need to make sense of the behaviours of others once you join a workplace. The HRM pathway will not only prepare you particularly well for a career in Human Resources Management, but will also equip you with the essential people-focused foundations for other managerial and non-managerial careers. The University of Surrey is currently the highestranking institution in the South East of England to offer an MBus Business Management with Human Resources Management pathway. In the case of joint honours (equally weighted subjects) or a major/minor combination programme, please provide a rationale for the particular subject combination and details on how the combination will operate. - Who is the lead faculty, department or school? N/A FHEQ Level 4: Potential awards CertHE BM General Please see appendix 1 for the structure of the individual Pathways Module Module title Core Credit Semester Award requirements code /compulsory /optional volume (1 / 2) MAN1091 Business Skills Compulsory 15 1 On completion of this year MAN1059 Operations Compulsory 15 1 students will have MAN1092 management Economics for Compulsory 15 1 achieved 120 credits at FHEQ Level 4 and will MAN1068 Business Financial Accounting Compulsory 15 1 progress to FHEQ Level 5 MAN1095 Marketing Principles Compulsory 15 2 Subsidiary award MAN1073 Organizational Compulsory 15 2 Behaviour and Cert HE(120 credits) 120 Analysis credits at FHEQ Level 4 MAN1090 Business Ethics Compulsory 15 2 must be achieved before a MAN1089 Business Decision Compulsory 15 2 student may exit this Making programme with a CertHE How many optional modules must a student All compulsory choose in order to achieve the necessary amount of credits to achieve this level? Module code FHEQ Level 5: Potential awards DipHE Module title Core /compulsory /optional Credit volume Semester (1 / 2) Award requirements MAN2133 MAN2089 Human Resource Management Business Finance Compulsory Compulsory On completion of this year students will have achieved 120 credits at MAN2092 Management Compulsory 15 1 FHEQ Level 5 (240 credits MAN2109 Information Systems Management Compulsory 15 1 overall) and will progress to either Level P, if they Accountant are completing a MAN2037 Sociology of Work al 15 1 Professional Training MAN2094 Marketing al 15 1 Year, or FHEQ Level 6 Communications MAN2093 Introduction to al 15 1 Subsidiary awards

11 Management Science DipHE (240 credits) 120 MAN2137 International al 15 1 credits at FHEQ Level 4 MAN2108 Business Business Law al 15 2 and 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5 must be achieved MAN2132 Entrepreneurship in al 15 2 before a student may exit MAN2138 the Digital Domain Comparative al 15 2 this programme with a DipHE Country Studies MAN2134 Issues in al 15 2 Remaining on the MBus is International contingent on a level Business average of 60% at FHEQ MAN2135 Business/Organizati al 15 2 level 5. Students failing to onal Psychology meet this criterion at the MAN2108 Consumer al 15 2 end of Level 5 will be Behaviour transferred out to the BSc MAN2136 Employee Relations al 15 2 programme. MAN2097 International al 15 2 Fashion Marketing How many optional modules must a student choose in order to achieve the necessary amount of credits to achieve this level? FHEQ Level P Professional Training Year Students need to take 1 optional module in semester 1 and 3 optional modules in semester 2. N.B. Number of options vary for pathways: Marketing: 2 optional modules in semester 1 and 1 optional module in semester 2; HRM and Entrepreneurship: 1 optional module in each semester please see Appendix for more detail. On completion of this year students will have achieved 120 credits at Level P (240 FHEQ Level credits overall) and will progress to FHEQ Level 6 Subsidiary award Cert HE(120 credits) 120 credits at FHEQ Level 4 must be achieved before a student may exit this programme with a CertHE DipHE (240 credits) 120 credits at FHEQ Level 4 and 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5 must be achieved before a student may exit this programme with a DipHE Module code FHEQ Level 6: Potential awards BSc(Hons)/BSc (Ord) Module title Core Credit /compulsory volume /optional MAN3090 MAN3083 International Business Strategy Entrepreneurship and Business Planning MAN3104 Project Management Compulsory 15 2 MAN3106 Marketing Strategy Compulsory 15 2 MAN3119 Leadership al 15 1 MAN3087 Research in Marketing Semester (1 / 2) Award requirements Compulsory Compulsory On completion of this year students will have achieved 120 credits at Level 4, 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5 and 120 credits at FHEQ Level 6, 360 credits in total and will progress to FHEQ Level 7 al 15 1 Subsidiary awards

12 MAN3085 Ethics, Responsibility and Citizenship al 15 1 MAN3134 Managing People al 15 1 Across Cultures MAN3131 Employment Law al 15 1 MAN3118 Managerial Decision al 15 2 Making MAN3131 Advanced HRM al 15 2 MAN3139 Marketing in Digital al 15 2 Environment MAN3135 Marketing Analytics al 15 2 MAN3110 Globalisation of al 15 2 Emerging Markets MAN3100 International Trade al 15 2 MAN**** Entrepreneurship al 15 2 and Innovation: Contemporary Issues and Debates MAN3132 MAN3101 Entrepreneurship and Innovation: A Business Model Approach Supply Chain Management How many optional modules must a student choose in order to achieve the necessary amount of credits to achieve this level? FHEQ Level 7: Potential award MBus Module Code Module Title Core / Compulsory / al al 15 2 BSc (Hons) (360 credits) credits at Level 4, 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5 and 120 credits at FHEQ Level 6 must be achieved before a student may exit this programme with a BSc (Hons) degree. Ordinary degree (300 credits) 120 credits at FHEQ Level 4, 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5 plus at least 60 credits at FHEQ Level 6 must be achieved before a student may exit this programme with an Ordinary degree. Remaining on the MBus is contingent on a level average of 60% at FHEQ level 6. Those failing to meet it at the end of Level 6 will be recommended for the award of BSc. Students need to take 2 optional modules in semester 1 and 2 optional modules in semester 2. N.B. Students on pathways take 1 optional module in semester 1 only please see Appendix for more details. al 15 2 Credit Volume Semester (1 / 2) Award Requirements MANM169 Research Methods Compulsory 15 1 On completion of this year MANM*** Networking and Compulsory 15 1 students will have MANM*** Knowledge Transfer Applied Research Compulsory 15 2 achieved 120 credits at Level 4, 120 credits at MANM*** Methods Applied Research Compulsory 45 2 FHEQ Level 5, 120 credits at FHEQ Level 6, and 120 Project credits at FHEQ Level 7, ECOM046 International Trade al credits in total and will Theory be awarded MBus. LAWM082 Corporate Law al 15 1 LAWM090 International Trade al 15 1 Subsidiary awards Law LAWM137 EU Business al 15 1 BSc (Hons) (360 credits) - Regulations 120 credits at Level 4, 120 ENGM064 Foundations of al 15 1 credits at FHEQ Level 5 Sustainable and 120 credits at FHEQ Development Level 6 must be achieved before a student may exit MANM011 International al 15 1

13 Marketing Management MANM006 Human Resource al 15 1 Development MANM004 Employment Law al 15 1 MANM016 Management of al 15 1 Human Resources MANM289 Entrepreneurial al 15 1 Business Planning How many optional modules must a student choose in order to achieve the necessary amount of credits to achieve this level? this programme with a BSc (Hons) degree. Students need to take 2 optional modules in Semester 1. N.B. This is the same for all pathways please see Appendix. 21. Opportunities for placements / work-related learning / collaborative activity please indicate if any of the following apply to your programme Data supplied by an external source for student analysis which contributes to an assessment Guest / external / associate lecturer (please detail the extent of their contribution, i.e. do they mark?) Professional Training Year (PTY) Placement, study or work placement outside of the PTY(please indicate if this is one day, one month, six months, a year etc) Clinical Placements (that are not part of the PTY Scheme) ERASMUS Study (that is not taken during Level P) Study exchanges (that are not part of the ERASMUS Scheme) Dual Degree Joint Degree: No joint degrees are managed by SBS although some of the modules are available as electives on joint degrees run in other Faculties. Further information X X X 22. Criteria for admission A level grades AAA (plus Grade B or above in Maths GCSE and Grade C or above in English Language GCSE) BTEC D*DD International Baccalaureate 36 points (including Mathematics grade 4 at SL/HL) 23. Assessment regulations Please click on the following link for the full regulations ( All programmes within the University of Surrey adhere to the Regulations. All taught programmes also reference and follow the Code of practice for assessment and feedback. 24. Support for students and their learning Sources of support for students are available in the following formats: Induction, personal tutors, module leaders, programme leaders/directors, faculty student liaison officer, programme and module handbooks, SurreyLearn (VLE), student support office, central support services and careers service, placement tutors, project supervisors. 25. Quality management indications of quality and the methods for evaluating and improving quality

14 The quality management of this programme is monitored through: Periodic programme review Annual Programme Review Reports Module Evaluation Questionnaires The National Student Survey Joint Staff Student Liaison Committees Personal Tutoring Board of Study meetings Board of Examiners 26. Further information Further information can be found on our webpages at SBS main websites and within the programme handbook, which is provided on entry to the programme. The Regulations and Codes of practice for taught programmes can be found at

15 Appendix 1 Business Management Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4) Semester 1 Semester 2 Business Skills Marketing Principles Operations Management Organizational Behaviour and Analysis Economics for Business Business Ethics Financial Accounting Business Decision Making Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5) Semester 3 Semester 4 Human Resource Management Management Accounting Business Finance Management Information Systems al Modules: Choice of one from: al Modules Choice of three from: Sociology of Work Business/Organisational Psychology Marketing Communications Employee Relations International Business Consumer Behaviour Introduction to Management Science International Fashion Marketing Comparative Country Studies Issues in International Business Business Law Entrepreneurship in the Digital Domain Level P: al Professional Training Year Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6) Semester 5 Semester 6 International Business Strategy Project Management Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Marketing Strategy

16 al Modules Choice of two from: Leadership Research in Marketing Ethics, Responsibility and Citizenship Managing People Across Cultures Employment Law al Modules Choice of two from: Managerial Decision Making Advanced HRM Marketing in the Digital Environment Marketing Analytics Globalization of Emerging Markets International Trade Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Contemporary Issues and Debates Entrepreneurship and Innovation: A Business Model Approach Supply Chain Management Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) Semester 7 Semester 8 Research Methods Applied Research Methods (15 credits) Networking & Knowledge Transfer Applied Research Project (Dissertation) (45 credits) al Modules Choice of one from: International Trade Theory Corporate Law International Trade Law EU Business Regulations Foundations of Sustainable Development International Marketing Management Human Resource Development Employment Law Management of Human Resources Entrepreneurial Business Planning Business Management (Marketing)

17 Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4) Semester 1 Semester 2 Business Skills Marketing Principles Operations Management Organizational Behaviour and Analysis Economics for Business Business Ethics Financial Accounting Business Decision Making Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5) Semester 3 Semester 4 Human Resource Management Management Accounting Marketing communications Consumer Behaviour International Fashion Marketing al Modules Choice of two from: al Modules Choice of two from: Sociology of Work Business/Organisational Psychology International Business Employee Relations Business Finance Comparative Country Studies Management Information Systems Issues in International Business Introduction to Management Science Business Law Entrepreneurship in the Digital Domain Level P: al Professional Training Year Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6) Semester 5 Semester 6 International Business Strategy Project Management Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Marketing Strategy Research in Marketing Marketing in the Digital Environment Marketing Analytics al Modules Choice of one from: Leadership

18 Retail Buying Ethics, Responsibility and Citizenship Managing People Across Cultures Employment Law Year 4 (Level 7) Semester 7 Semester 8 Research Methods Applied Research Methods (15 credits) Networking & Knowledge Transfer Applied Research Project (Dissertation) (45 credits) al Modules Choice of one from: International Trade Theory Corporate Law International Trade Law EU Business Regulations Foundations of Sustainable Development International Marketing Management Human Resource Development Employment Law Management of Human Resources Entrepreneurial Business Planning Business Management (HRM) Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4) Semester 1 Semester 2 Business Skills Marketing Principles Operations Management Organizational Behaviour and Analysis Economics for Business Business Ethics Financial Accounting Business Decision Making Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5)

19 Semester 3 Semester 4 Human Resource Management Management Accounting Business Finance Business/Organisational Psychology Sociology of Work Employee Relations al Modules Choice of one from: al Modules Choice of one from: Marketing Communications Consumer Behaviour International Business Business Law Management Information Systems Comparative Country Studies Introduction to Management Science International Fashion Marketing Issues in International Business Entrepreneurship in the Digital Domain Level P: al Professional Training Year Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6) Semester 5 Semester 6 International Business Strategy Project Management Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Marketing Strategy Leadership Managerial Decision Making Advanced HRM al Modules Choice of one from: Research in Marketing Ethics, Responsibility and Citizenship Managing People Across Cultures Employment Law Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) Semester 7 Semester 8 Research Methods Applied Research Methods (15 credits) Networking & Knowledge Transfer Applied Research Project (Dissertation) (45

20 al Modules Choice of one from: International Trade Theory Corporate Law International Trade Law EU Business Regulations Foundations of Sustainable Development International Marketing Management Human Resource Development Employment Law Management of Human Resources Entrepreneurial Business Planning credits) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4) Semester 1 Semester 2 Business Skills Marketing Principles Operations Management Organizational Behaviour and Analysis Economics for Business Business Ethics Financial Accounting Business Decision Making Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5) Semester 3 Semester 4 Human Resource Management Management Accounting Business Finance Business Law Marketing Communications Entrepreneurship in the Digital Domain al Modules Choice of one from: al Modules Choice of one from: Sociology of Work Business/Organisational Psychology International Business Employee Relations

21 Management Information Systems Introduction to Management Science Consumer Behaviour International Fashion Marketing Comparative Country Studies Issues in International Business Level P: al Professional Training Year Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6) Semester 5 Semester 6 International Business Strategy Project Management Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Marketing Strategy Ethics, Responsibility and Citizenship Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Contemporary Issues and Debates Entrepreneurship and Innovation: A Business Model Approach al Modules Choice of one from: Leadership Research in Marketing Managing People Across Cultures Employment Law Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) Semester 7 Semester 8 Research Methods Applied Research Methods (15 credits) Networking & Knowledge Transfer Applied Research Project (Dissertation) (45 credits) al Modules Choice of one from: International Trade Theory Corporate Law International Trade Law EU Business Regulations Foundations of Sustainable Development

22 International Marketing Management Human Resource Development Employment Law Management of Human Resources Entrepreneurial Business Planning