Name and level of final award: BA (Hons) Business Administration

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1 PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION Course record information Name and level of final award: BA (Hons) Business Administration Name and level of intermediate awards: BA Business Administration DipHE Business Administration CertHE Business Administration Awarding body/institution: University of Westminster Teaching Institution: Status of awarding body/institution: Recognised Body Westminster International University in Tashkent Location of delivery: Tashkent, Uzbekistan Language of delivery and assessment: English Mode, length of study and normal starting month: QAA subject benchmarking group(s): Professional statutory or regulatory body: Date of course validation/review: Date of programme specification approval: Three years full time Valid for cohorts : 2016/17 level 4/5, 2017/18 level 4,5 and 6 Course Leader UCAS code and URL: Elnora Mirzalieva

2 What are the minimum entry requirements for the course? Entry requirements for the BA Business Administration have been set in order to select potential students who have proven academic ability and are able to demonstrate a solid foundation of skills in both Mathematics and English. The admissions policy aims to attract and recruit motivated applicants across the full range of possible access routes. Students may have a background in any academic discipline. We encourage applications from students with disabilities. The admissions policy follows, wherever possible the equal opportunities policies of the University of Westminster. The over-riding principle upon which admission decisions are based is that applicants should be likely to benefit from, and succeed on, the course. Intending students will have to meet age, English language, Mathematics and general requirements: Age Requirement Normally applicants will have to reach the age of at least 18 years old at the date of enrolment. For the purpose of this regulation, the academic year runs from 1st October to 30th September. English Language and Mathematics Requirement Applicants must: Have had their secondary educations through the medium of English and gained grade C or above in the equivalent of GCSE English; or Have an IELTS score of 6 with a minimum of 6 in the writing component or the equivalent score at TOEFL or other University of Westminster recognised English Test according to the WIUT/UoW conversion table; or Have successfully completed an appropriate International Foundation course and passed an Academic English Language module. Applicants must have an acceptable level of competence in Mathematics. This could be demonstrated by one of the following: A pass in an maths test approved by the University of Westminster; or Grade C or above in GCSE/ O Level Mathematics (or its equivalent); or A pass in Quantitative Methods on an appropriate Foundation course. General Requirements Applicants must have studied a broad range of subjects and have a school leaving certificate equivalent to GCSE/ O Level e.g. the Uzbek Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat). In addition applicants should satisfy at a minimum one of the following requirements, namely: Successfully completion of an appropriate International Foundation course which includes a pass on an English for Academic purposes module or equivalent; or Successful completion of the WIUT Lyceum s Attestat, and the WIUT International Foundation, course including the module English for Academic Purpose;

3 Successful completion of the first year of an appropriate degree course in a recognised Uzbek or similar university; or Two GCE A level passes (in any subject excluding mother tongue), plus three GCSE passes at grade C or above including English Language and Mathematics; or NC/ND or HNC/HND. (The range of academic disciplines studied is not hereby restricted, but certain vocational courses such as City and Guilds would not satisfy the admissions requirements.); or An Advanced General National Vocational Qualification (GNVQ); or Any other equivalent qualification normally accepted as entry requirements (e.g. International Baccalaureate, etc). Accreditation of Prior Certified Learning (APCL) If an applicant has certificate or credits from previous undergraduate courses of internationally recognised universities, they may refer to Accreditation of Prior Certified Learning (APCL) process approved by the University of Westminster and qualify for exemption from modules. Making a claim for APCL is an applicant s responsibility and s/he is recommended to contact the Course Leader or the Dean s Office for further advice. Aims of the Course The main aim of the BA (Honours) in Business Administration course is to give students an education in the key areas of the discipline of business, providing understanding of underpinning theories, tools and techniques, fitting them to gain employment in a business environment or to proceed to further study. The aims of the course are: To produce graduates who understand the rapidly changing world of business and its role in the wider society To develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities graduates require to respond proactively to contemporary issues and the challenges of the business environment To equip graduates with the knowledge, understanding and academic skills to continue to post-graduate study To produce graduates who are confident in developing the personal and intellectual attributes necessary for success in employment To encourage students to reflect on the knowledge, values and assumptions that underpin their understanding of business and business management To encourage students to reflect on the impact of their own actions and that of others on the world of business and the wider society To provide students with the opportunity to specialize in a functional area of business within a broad-based business context To promote the practical skills of processing information, identifying and formulating problems, analysing business environments and applying business management skills

4 To introduce, explain and apply the functions of the marketing, human resource, information management, and finance departments within a modern business environment What will you be expected to achieve? Learning outcomes are statements on what successful students have achieved as the result of learning. These are threshold statements of achievement the learning outcomes broadly fall into four categories: The overall knowledge and understanding you will gain from your course (KU). Graduate attributes are characteristics that you will have developed during the duration of your course (GA). Professional and personal practice learning outcomes are specific skills that you will be expected to have gained on successful completion of the course (PPP) Key transferable skills that you will be expected to have gained on successful completion of the course (KTS). Course distinctiveness and graduate attributes Westminster International University in Tashkent graduates will be able to demonstrate the following five Graduate Attributes: Critical and creative thinkers: Level 4 modules give insight into organization and its core functions and prepare the students for a deeper level of analyses which is reinforced and assessed during Levels 5 and 6 studies. Literate and effective communicator: this is stimulated by group assignments, oral presentations, written course work tasks that students are to undertake throughout their studies. Entrepreneurial: the course structure is designed to develop management, leadership and other business related skills necessary for entrepreneurship. Global in outlook and engaged in communities: during their studies the students will learn to appreciate diversity and build awareness of different cultures and management practices in global context (i.e. Fundamentals of Management, HRM, Cross Cultural Management and other modules). Social, ethically and environmentally aware: as a part of Strategy in a Complex World, Marketing Management, Developing Small Business modules, students will learn social, ethical and environmental responsibility. Overall the Business Administration programme aims to promote the employability of its graduates, in order that they can thrive in an increasingly competitive employment market. It achieves this through a blend of academic study, intercultural awareness and employability and enterprise skills development. The aim of the BA in Business Administration course is to give students an education in the key areas of the discipline of business, providing understanding of underpinning theories, tools and techniques, fitting them to gain employment in a business environment or to proceed to further study. The Business Administration course is to structured to allow increased as it progresses and provides a general route of Business Administration core modules and students may

5 specialise by taking either option or free modules offered by other departments to meet their individual needs and career aspirations. Business Administration new course structure offers business education, geared to professional practice, self-employment and to the demands of careers in business management. Learning Outcomes Learning outcomes are statements on what successful students have achieved as the result of learning. They are threshold statements of achievement and are linked to the knowledge, understanding and skills that a student will have gained on successfully completing a course. Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: Learning outcomes of the course are: 1. To develop subject specific, practical and transferable skills of identifying, formulating and solving problems, analyzing business environment and applying business management skills. 2. To develop learning and innovation skills with a focus on critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration with stakeholders. 3. To develop life and career skills with a focus on flexibility, adaptability, productivity, leadership and responsibility. 4. To demonstrate a general knowledge and understanding of the core principles and concepts of business and their application in practice. 5. To show an awareness of ethical issues in own studies and relate these to both their own personal values and the implications within a business context 6. To apply and evaluate the functions of the marketing, human resource, operation management and finance departments within a modern business environment. 7. To reflect on the impact of students individual and other stakeholders actions on the world of business and the wider society. 8. To analyze at using theoretical frameworks in business and apply them to real world practice. 9. To analyze legal issues surrounding business and its environment. 10. To critically evaluate business models with the use of empirical methods. 11. To design a business project on a chosen topic and make research within the given time constraints. 12. To synthesize the knowledge, values and assumptions that underpin students understanding of business and the wider society.

6 Level 4 Knowledge and understanding 4.1 To demonstrate a general knowledge and understanding of the core principles and concepts of business and their application in practice. 4.2 To show an awareness of ethical issues in own studies and relate these to both their own personal values and the implications within a business context Specific skills 4.3 To understand the underpinning principles and current practice of marketing and apply them to business problems 4.4 To understand and use common accounting systems and external financial reporting used in business 4.5 To understand the application of information systems to functional areas of business 4.6 To access, and utilise qualitative and quantitative information for effective use in solving business problems 4.7 To understand the key aspects of the performance of people in organizations in relation to own experience Key transferable skills/other attributes 4.8 To communicate in writing and orally through clear, relevant, interesting and accurate articulation 4.9 To work co-operatively, constructively and effectively with others Level 5 Knowledge and understanding Build on the Knowledge and Understanding achieved at level To possess working knowledge of core functional areas of business, namely accounting, marketing, human resources operations management 5.2. To evaluate the impact of business on the wider social environment in relation to more general ethical perspectives Specific skills 5.3. To critically examine the inter-relationships between market positioning and the management of operations to deliver value to customers within performance constraints 5.4. To provide students with a knowledge of valuation techniques, long-term investment and financial decisions Key transferable skills/other attributes

7 5.5 To think critically, creatively, and in abstract terms 5.6 To reflect on own learning and make use of feedback 5.7 To work co-operatively, constructively and effectively with others. Level 6 Knowledge and understanding Build on the Knowledge and Understanding achieved at levels 4 and To develop business leadership and conceptualisation and entrepreneurship skills 6.2 To analyse theoretical frameworks and apply to practice 6.3 To analyse the importance of personal, ethical, corporate and professional responsibility Specific skills 6.4 To possess a cross-cultural perspective on the operational and strategic position of organisations 6.5 To be able to critically examine contemporary issues influencing business thinking and behaviour 6.6 To be able to critically evaluate alternative policies and strategies a company may adopt to meet stakeholder needs within changing internal and external environments. 6.7 To design a business project on a chosen topic and make research within the given time constraints. Key transferable skills/other attributes 6.8 To work independently. 6.9 To provide motivation and leadership skills, relevant to an economy in transition. How will you learn? You will attend lectures, interactive classroom activities and seminars. There will also be visits from speakers in the form of guest lectures, as well as workshops and practical sessions. You will take part in activities such as problem-solving exercises, cooperative student projects, informal group work, simulations, case studies, and role playing. All of these activities involve higher order thinking and the development of transferable graduate-level skills. Learning will be enhanced by the use of a variety of media and the latest technology, making it effective, varied and enjoyable. The resources can be accessed through the University on-line learning content management system, and textbooks, academic journals and other materials available in the University s information resource centre, and software systems are provided in the computer labs. Teaching staff are often engaged in research or commercial activities, and this ensures that the students gain an understanding of contemporary practical business issues. The course is designed to offer opportunities to engage with industry before graduation, so that the students can develop skills alongside the ones you get from the rest of your course. These opportunities can be a formal part of the course, such as doing an industrial placement

8 within the course or attending talks given by guest speakers with relevant professional practise. Some students get part-time employment during their studies or summer holidays. Working within the industry in a real-life situation is not only invaluable in terms of developing professional skills but also it help to raise confidence. Interacting with the workplace while studying helps students prepare for a future career and reflect on their knowledge obtained during the Course. Students are encouraged to learn independently throughout their studies. This may be in the form of case analysis/briefing, literature review or research to support their assignments and projects. There are also guided Independent study periods, during which the students are encouraged to interact with their tutors and lecturers for advice and guidance and take responsibility for their own learning. How will you be assessed? The Assessment Strategy of the Course is based on the criterion-referenced assessment concept that is designed to assess changes in performance as a result of learning, for the purpose of seeing what and how well material has been learned. The course strives to develop effective approaches to assessment, both formative and summative, taking into consideration the variety of modules within the course such as level, length and type of the module. The assessment strategy is based on principles of best practices such as validity in purpose (to measure the learning outcomes), reliability and free of bias (by the use of carefully designed marking scheme), as well as constructive and timely feedback to students. Under the Learning Futures curriculum, assessment is based on a learning outcomes approach which measures what you are able to do after completing a module rather than simply testing your ability to memorise the content of the module. Students' academic progress is assessed using a variety of methods. These include coursework such as assignments, reports, projects, presentations and case studies; there may also be examinations and tests of your knowledge and understanding, and individual project work to develop independent skills. Synoptic assessments Synoptic assessments are designed to provide a clear understanding between the different modules. You will be expected to have synoptic assessment in Levels 4, 5 and 6. Level 4 Business Communication module, oral presentation result will be applied to the one of the assessment components on Fundamentals of Management module; Level 5 Marketing Management and Operations Management modules synoptic assessment will be in a form of a course work task; Synoptic Assessment in Level 6 will be in Dissertation module and Developing Small Business modules that are synoptic in their nature. Employment and further study opportunities The course is designed for those who wish to enter business-related employment or to continue into postgraduate education. Students completing the BA (Honours) in Business Administration will have enough knowledge and transferable skills to begin employment in both local and international companies operating in Uzbekistan, Central Asia and beyond.

9 They should also have the confidence and knowledge to set up their own business if they wish. Course structure This section shows the core and option modules available as part of the course and their credit value. Full-time Undergraduate students normally study 120 credits per year. The BA (Honours) Business Administration programme is based around the core constituents of a business environment, namely finance and accounting, marketing, management. BA (Hons) in Business Administration consists of three types of the modules: core, optional and free. All students must take modules worth in total 120 credits per year. Types of the modules: Core. These are modules that must be undertaken by all students on the course. They provide the fundamental skills and knowledge on which to base your future careers and must be passed for the award of the degree. Option. These are modules that can be chosen from the course specific list of modules. These modules allow you to pick modules that best fit your own aspirations while still providing a cognate business studies-oriented curriculum. Free. A free module, of which you may take one at level 4, 5, and 6, may be chosen from other courses offered by WIUT. A free can be one of the listed option modules, but it usually is a module from one of the other course offered at the University. Free s are subject to availability and the approval by the relevant module leader and your Course Leader. Credit Level 4 Module code 4MNST001C Module title Semester Status UK credit ECTS Fundamentals of 1&2 Management Core 4BUIS007C Data Analysis and Information Management in Business 1&2 Core

10 4ECON008C Financial Accounting 1 Core 4BUSS004C Business Communications 1 Core 4MARK008C Principles of Marketing 2 Core 4BUIS011C Web Technology 2 Free Choice 4ECON010C Industrial Organisation 2 Free Choice 4ECON009C Corporate Finance 2 Free Choice One 20 credit option or free module to be selected in Semester 2 Award of Certificate of Higher Education available Credit Level 5 Module code Module title Semester Status UK credit 5HURM012C Human Recourses 1 Core Management 5ECON013C Management Accounting 1 Core 5MARK013C Marketing Management 2 Core 5MNST001C Operations Management 2 Core 5MARK015C Marketing Research 1 Option 5BUSS007C Retailing Business 1 Option 5LLAW025C Intellectual Property Law 1 Free 5MARK014C Consumer Behaviour 2 Option 5MNST002C Cross Cultural Management 2 Option 5BUSS008C Professional Practice 2 Option 20 Learning from Work 10 5BUIS011C Information Systems 2 Free 20 Management 10 5ECON020C Money and Banking 2 Free Corporate Crime 2 Free One 20 credit option or free module to be chosen in semesters 1 and 2 Award of Diploma of Higher Education available Credit Level 6 Module code Module title Semester Status UK credit 6BUSS007C Dissertation 1&2 Core ECTS ECTS

11 6BUSS008C Strategy in a Complex World 1&2 Core 6BUSS009C Developing Small Business 2 Core 6BUCL006C Contemporary Legal Issues in Business 1 Core 6PJMN004C Project Management 1 Option 6MARK016C Marketing Communication 1 Option 6ECON010C Financial Securities 1 Free 6ECON021C Strategic Management Accounting And Performance Measurement 1 Free 6ECON020C Principles of Taxation 2 Free 6ECON019C Investment and Risk Management 2 Free 6MARK017C International Marketing 2 Option 6MARK018C Internet Marketing 2 Option 6BUSS010C Professional Practices 2 Option Learning from Work One 20 credit option or free module to be chosen in semesters 1 and 2 Award /BA available; Award /BA Honours available Please note: Not all option modules will necessarily be offered in any one year. Academic Regulations The BA Business Administration and its intermediate awards operate in accordance with the University's Academic Regulations and the UK Quality Code for Higher Education Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards published by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) in All students should make sure that they access a copy of the current edition of the general University Handbook called Essential Information Handbook, which is available on the Registrars Portal at registrars.wiut.uz. The following regulations should be read in conjunction with the Framework for Undergraduate Courses and relevant sections of the current Handbook of Academic Regulations. Regulations are subject to change and approval by Academic Council. Award To qualify for the award of BA Business Administration, a student must: obtained at least a minimum of 360 credits and a maximum of 480 credits including: a minimum of 120 Credits at Level 4 or higher, including 80 credits passed and a minimum of condoned credit in each of the remaining modules up to the value of 40 credits; and a minimum of 120 credits at Level 5 or higher; and

12 a minimum of 120 credits at Level 6 or higher. attempted modules with a maximum value of 340 credits at levels 5 and 6; and satisfied the requirements contained within any course specific regulations for the relevant course scheme. How will you be supported in your studies? Course Management The Course Leader is responsible for the overall academic management and organisation of the course. Academic Support Upon arrival, an induction programme will introduce you to the staff responsible for the course, the Library and IT facilities and any additional support available. You will be provided with the Course Handbook, which provides detailed information about the course. Each course has a Course Leader. Course Leader provides advice and guidance on academic matters. The University uses a Virtual Support Environment called Intranet where students access their course materials, find out necessary information and can communicate and collaborate with staff and other students. Learning Support The University supports students in developing the skills required for higher education. As well as online resources on Intranet, students have the opportunity to attend Study Skills workshops, and one to one appointments with the tutors and a Course Leader within their office hours. Among other departments learning support is provided by Learning Resource Centre, which is an open access library holding a collection of resources related to the subjects taught at WIUT. Students can search the entire library collection online through On-line Public Access Catalogue to find and reserve printed books, and access extensive electronic resources (databases, e-journals, e-books). Learning support includes the Library, which holds printed collections of books and journal subscriptions. Access to electronic resources such as WestLaw, SpringerLink, JSTOR, EBSCO, and BLACKWELL is also available. Students can choose to study in the library, which has areas for silent and group study, desktop computers, laptops for loan, photocopying and printing services. There are over 100 computers spread over four computer labs available for students use. They can also choose from several computer labs where desktop computers are available with the general and specialist software that supports the courses taught. Students can also securely connect their own laptops and mobile devices to the University wireless network. Support Services The Social Department provides advice and guidance on accommodation, financial and legal matters, personal counselling, health and disability issues, careers, and advice for international students. This gives students a chance to look at a variety of opportunities, starting from an advice and assistance on building plans for the future career, and ending with getting a part-time employment to cover their own living expenses. Additionally, for those who are required to undertake military service the Social Development Team can make necessary arrangements.

13 The Westminster International University in Tashkent Students' Union also provides a range of facilities to support students during their time at the University. Social Development department of WIUT plays an important role in developing University s spiritual, cultural and social life. Ask.WIUT, internal inquiries service provides students with such important information as who to approach when they have a query, get directions to find a particular place at the university or any other information. Ask WIUT Information Service is located on the ground floor, in the lobby of the Amir Temur building. Student Housing Services Because of the vast diversity of students in terms of where they come from, the University offers accommodation for regional and international students. In addition to all the necessary conditions, the dormitory has Gym, where any student can spend his/her leisure time. Moreover, computer labs with an access to Internet offer the students a chance to continue their academic assignments off-campus. Student Health Service A Health Department is available on the University and provides the students an immediate point of help should there be a need for this. Professional staff of this department also offers students counselling of a medical type. Students Union The aim of the Union is to provide a range of essential services as well as assisting students in their sporting and social life. The Union gives help and advice on academic and personal matters and represents students on all University Committees, to organise sport, societies and entertainment. Support through office hours Given the favourable ratio of teacher to student, an advantage of studying at WIUT is that students have many opportunities to work with the academic staff of university in one to one basis during office hours of Faculty staff. Office hours of each faculty staff involved in the academic delivery process are normally announced on the module web site in the WIUT intranet and information boards as well as within in-course assessment instructions. How do we ensure the quality of our courses and continuous improvement? The course was re-validated by a University Validation Panel in The panel included internal peers from the University, and representatives from University of Westminster as well as external experts. This helps to ensure the comparability of the course to those offered in other universities and the relevance to employers. The course is also monitored each year by the Faculty to ensure it is running effectively and that issues which might affect the student experience have been appropriately addressed. This process is called Annual Monitoring. Staff will consider evidence about the course, including the outcomes from Course Committees, evidence of student progression and achievements and the reports from external examiners, to evaluate the effectiveness of the course. Each Course puts in to place an action plan. This may, for example, include

14 introducing and implementing changes on the way as the module is taught and assessed or even making changes to the structure of the course in order to improve the course. However, these changes are subject to approval and the approval scheme is in place. A Course review takes place periodically to ensure that the curriculum is up-to-date and that the skills gained on the course continue to be relevant to employers. Students meet with review panels to provide feedback on their experience. Student feedback from previous years e.g. from Course Committees is also part of the evidence used to assess how the course has been running. Student Involvement in Quality Assurance processes Student feedback is important to the University and student views are taken seriously. Student feedback is gathered in a variety of ways. Through Course Committees students have the opportunity to express their voice in the running of their course. Student representatives are elected to Committee to expressly represent the views of their peers. The University and the WIUT Students Union work together to provide a full induction to the role of the student representatives. All students are invited to complete a Module Evaluation Questionnaire before the end of each module. The feedback from this will inform the module leader on the effectiveness of the module and highlight areas that could be enhanced. The University also has an annual Course Evaluation Questionnaire survey which seeks the opinions of students about their course and University experience. Please note: This programme specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the course and the learning outcomes that a student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. This specification should be read in conjunction with the Course Handbook provided to students and Module Handbooks, which provide more detailed information on the specific learning outcomes, content, teaching, learning and assessment methods for each module. Copyright of University of Westminster 2015