Programme Specification BA (Hons) Business and Management 1. Awarding Institution/Body Teesside University [TU] 2. Teaching Institution Leeds City College 3. Collaborating Organisations (include type) 4. Delivery Location(s) [if different from TU] Park Lane Campus, Leeds City College 5. Programme Externally Accredited by (e.g. PSRB) 6. Award Title(s) BA (Hons) Business and Management. 7. Lead School Teesside University Business School 8. Additional Contributing Schools 9. FHEQ Level [see guidance] 10. Bologna Cycle [see guidance] 11. JACS Code and JACS Description 12. Mode of Attendance [full-time or part-time] 13. Relevant QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s) Level 6 First Cycle N1N2 Full-time and Part-time General Business and Management 2007 14. Relevant Additional External Reference Points (e.g. National Occupational Standards, PSRB Standards) 15. Date of Production/Revision February 2013 National Occupational Standards for Management and Leadership (2008) Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Page 1 of 13
16. Criteria for Admission to the Programme (if different from standard University criteria) The award adopts the Scheme admissions policy and criteria. This programme is predominately offered to those students who wish to continue their studies after successful completion of an HND in Business, FdA in Business / Business Management or other relevant discipline. The standard entry requirement is a Merit grade profile at HND level or Merit at FdA level from a UK Institution. In the absence of formal learning qualifications applications are welcomed from persons who can demonstrate relevant work experience, including work in a voluntary capacity. The course structure actively supports claims for Accreditation of Certificated Learning. Ideally part time students need to be on employment which is relevant to their field. For those not in employment discussions will take place before being accepted on to the course to determine the relevance of previous work experience. International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria. Speakers of other languages will need to possess an IELTS band score of 6.0 (with no-less than 5.5 in any one element) or a recognised English Level 2 qualification. 17. Educational Aims of the Programme The aims of this award have been developed using the Quality Assurance Agency s (QAA) qualification descriptor for Bachelor s degree with honours, relevant QAA subject benchmark statements, and National Occupational Standards. The BA (Hons) Business and Management award adopts the overall aims of the Leeds City College HE Scheme. However, to satisfy the needs of the award, the generic Scheme aims are contextualised and added to as follows: To provide a business and management curriculum, informed by external reference points, which develop a range of technical, professional, vocational, employability transferable and key skills appropriate to the level of the award; To provide a broad and highly integrated study of organisations and of their strategy, behaviour and management in the changing global environment in which they operate; To develop lifelong, independent and reflective learners; To develop the knowledge and skills necessary to operate effectively in business and management situations; To enhance the employability and career prospects of learners specifically for the business sector; To produce capable and well-rounded graduates who will contribute to the skill base of the wider / local economy and region within the business sector; 18. Learning Outcomes The programme will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills listed below. On successful completion of the programme, the student will be able to: Page 2 of 13
Knowledge and Understanding(insert additional rows as necessary) K1 Choose, apply, critically evaluate and synthesise relevant theories, conceptual models and techniques to the solution of business and management problems; K2 Challenge established business and management theories and models; K3 Plan, undertake and critically evaluate a negotiated self-managed major business and management project; K4 Critically evaluate the nature and organisational impact of the changing and future nature of the external environment. Cognitive/Intellectual Skills(insert additional rows as necessary) C1 Identify, evaluate and construct sound arguments; C2 C3 C4 Define, explain, evaluate and synthesise a range of phenomena, concepts, models, theories, principles and practices relevant to business and management; Take and defend a decision or position on a given issue, considering commercial, ethical and other factors; Create and critically evaluate solutions to given problems; C5 Demonstrate intellectual flexibility and openness to the values of global social responsibility Practical/Professional Skills(insert additional rows as necessary) P1 Participate effectively in interdependent learning activity and function effectively as an independent learner; P2 Critically evaluate and discuss the application of a range of methods to solve complex, multi-faceted problems; P3 Locate, categorise, prioritise and synthesise information necessary for the production P4 of an in depth self-managed major business and management project; Appraise the need for efficiency, cost effectiveness, customer importance and a general knowledge of the market place in which an organisation operates; Key Transferable Skills(insert additional rows as necessary) T1 Communicate clearly, fluently and effectively using a variety of means; T2 T3 T4 T5 Select, apply and evaluate numerical and statistical skills in more complex and open ended business and management tasks; Recognise and critically evaluate factors which enhance group processes and team working and modify and evaluate own personal effectiveness within a team. Be self-aware, sensitive and open to the diversity of people, cultures, business and management issues Anticipate and respond flexibly and creatively to change 19. Key Learning & Teaching Methods The learning and teaching strategy for BA (Hons) Business and Management is explicitly designed to contribute to the achievement of intended learning outcomes which are clearly expressed at programme and module level. The general approach to the learning process for most modules is one which involves: a lecture programme; a workshop programme; a reading programme; and, independent study At Level 6, although formal lectures are used as a vehicle for learning, there will be a greater emphasis on independent learning especially for the part time student. Learning Page 3 of 13
and teaching methods are orientated to a problem solving approach, requiring a progressive integration of learning from more than one module. To compliment strategies employed at L5 a variety of means such as seminars case study analysis, role play, presentation, and business simulations will be used. In essence, throughout the programme a variety of teaching and learning methods are used to simulate real life business experiences, for example students you will develop and present a solution to a business issue in the Operations Management module. The college employs a virtual learning environment (Moodle) where students can access lecture notes and engage with staff, other Business and Management students and the wider university community. 20. Key Assessment Methods The assessment process is an integral part of teaching and learning and, as such, supports and complements the learning strategy, in order to ensure that the required outcomes are achieved. The aim is to achieve learning through which knowledge is based on both understanding and application. Both the task and the assessment criteria are clearly explained to students within the module handbook. Assessment strategies used within the course include methods such as practice-based assignments, case studies, presentations, projects, problem-based scenarios, and negotiated learning contracts The Dissertation requires the student to submit a report which sets the context of learning from all modules into their own organisation or an organisation of their choice. A key requirement is for the student to demonstrate key problem solving, enterprise and entrepreneurial skills in conjunction with the application of theories, concepts and principles relevant to business and management. Formative feedback is given throughout the course in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Page 4 of 13
21. Programme Modules (additional copies to be completed for each named pathway) Level 6 Code Title Credits Status Non- Compensatable Compensatable Research Methods 20 Core Yes No Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations 20 Core No Yes Operating in a Global Context. 20 Core No Yes Operations Management 20 Core No Yes Dissertation 40 Core Yes No Page 5 of 13
22. Programme Structure This programme is predominately offered to those students who wish to continue their studies after successful completion of an HND in Business, FdA in Business / Business Management or other relevant discipline. The standard entry requirement is a Merit grade profile at HND level or FdA level from a UK Institution. Delivery of the BA (Hons) Business and Management will be on a full time and also part time basis, to enable students currently employed in the business and management area to consolidate their practical skills with appropriate application of theory and management tools. To complete the course on a full time basis students will attend for one academic year 10 hours per week and for those who wish to study through the part time option will attend for one evening per week for 3 semesters. Overview of structure of the modules across the Academic Year. BA (Hons) Business and Management Level 6 Full Time Semester 1 Wks 1-15 Semester 2 Wks 16 to 30 Research Methods Wks 1 to 8 Operations Management Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Dissertation / Work Based Project Wks 9 to 30 40 Credits Operating in a Global Context. BA (Hons) Business and Management Level 6 Part Time Semester 1 Research Methods Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Dissertation / Work Based Project 40 Credits Semester 2 Operating in a Global Context Operations Management Dissertation / Work Based Project cont d 40 Credits Semester 3 Dissertation / Work Based Project 40 Credits Page 6 of 13
In both cases one of the first modules to be delivered will be research methods. This will introduce the student to Level 6 mode of study and create a foundation for the Dissertation. For this emphasis is placed on the acquisition of knowledge and understanding and the development of professional skills, capabilities and personal qualities to act on that knowledge. Throughout the programme, students are required to engage critically, by considering such issues as the social and political impact of business decisions, managing diversity and being globally aware. Students are encouraged to develop their full potential in a challenging, enterprising and stimulating learning environment, in which there is a strong emphasis on developing autonomy, resourcefulness and the abilities to manage self and others.. 23. Support for Students and Their Learning The award adopts the approach to student learning support as identified in the Scheme programme specification. In addition Role of Learning/Tutors and Mentors The work-based learner takes the main responsibility for originating and managing their own learning programme but support from work and from the College will still be important. Specifically, the College will provide a dissertation/work based project supervisor/subject specialist, and where it is appropriate and feasible the workplace will provide a Mentor. The supervisor has a dual role, both to offer advice and to monitor the students progress. It is essential that the student maintains regular contact with the supervisor. In effect they will be assessed on the process as well as the finished article students must keep the supervisor informed of what they are doing at all stages of the process. If they fail to do so and just produce a final project out of the hat at the last minute it will be difficult for the supervisor to assure themselves that what the student has produced all of the work themselves. General tutorial support General tutors work with students individually and in groups (learning sets) throughout their programmes. They help students to: understand the programme manage and iterate their learning contract; develop awareness of their ability; advise on the Personal Review of Learning; operate learning set/problem solving forum which look at research principles; reflective practice models; study skills & learning support. liaise with the Mentor where appropriate; represent the student in negotiation with the specialist tutor; and generally provide personal support. Page 7 of 13
24. Distinctive Features The programme is well established and the team has considerable experience of designing and delivering curricula that meet the needs of students, employers and other relevant stakeholders. Through the completion of modules such as Operating in a Global Market and Operations Management the programme produces graduates who are able to operate professionally and effectively in a range of industrial, commercial and professional contexts, and improve an organisation s ability to perform, change and compete. Other features include; Strong links with professional bodies to ensure the programme content and assessment strategy is developing a competent Business Manager. One to one tutorial support provides the students with a valuable opportunity to develop personnel and business related skills and attributes. The teaching team have considerable experience of working professionally within various streams of the business sector and as such will be teaching with professional relevance. The teaching team includes ex operations, marketing, purchasing and HR managers who hold professional accreditation of the relevant professional bodies. For Part-Time students, and modules adopting a blending-learning methodology, a robust support system will be in place to provide students with seminar recordings / notes, tutorial information, on-line activities, blogs, forums, quizzes, etc. This will involve the use of the VLE and Adobe Connect. A dedicated teaching room containing laptop PCs is provided for the course which enables interactive online activities and assessment to take place during class sessions. Course delivery can be designed to specifically meet the demands of the employer based cohort. Examples taken from the FdA cover St Anne s Community Centre delivered one full day every 2 weeks in conjunction within tutorial and web support and for Bradford NHS delivered afternoon and evening one session per week. Page 8 of 13
Map of Outcomes to Modules Please provide a map for each named pathway or separate award. Insert outcomes key across the top of each column, adding in additional columns where necessary, insert module names in the left of the grid and place an A in the box where the programme outcome is assessed. For Undergraduate programmes please provide a map for each Stage, e.g. Stages 1 and 2 and programme outcomes for Honours degrees, and Stage 1 and programme outcomes for Foundation Degrees. Learning Outcomes Module Name K1 K2 K3 K4 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 P1 P2 P3 P4 T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 Research Methods Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Operating in a Global Context. Operations Management Dissertation Page 9 of 13
Level 6 Year: 2013-2014 Map of Teaching and Learning Methods Examples put in your own specific forms Research Methods Lectures Seminars / Workshop Tutorials Practical Demonstrations Case studies Group activities Guest speakers Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Operating in a Global Context. Operations Management Dissertation Page 10 of 13
Project Proposal Personal development plan Dissertation WRL project Reflective learning statement Report Case study Self evaluation Peer assessment Portfolio Presentation Map of Assessment Methods Level 6 Year : 2013-2014 Examples put in your own specific forms Research Methods 70% 30% Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Operating in a Global Context. 60% Operations Management 60% Dissertation 50% 50% 80% 20% 40% Group 40% Group Page 11 of 13
ASSESSMENT CHART Where there are more than one components of assessment, please give details of both as separate bullet points within the box. Module Name Research Methods Understanding Strategic Management in Organisations Operating in a Global Context Operations Management Dissertation Formative Assessment Type and Week of Completion Formative feedback is given throughout the module in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Formative feedback is given throughout the module in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Formative feedback is given throughout the module in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Formative feedback is given throughout the module in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Formative feedback is given throughout the module in response to embedded learning activities within class, thus informing learning development. This includes verbal and in some cases written feedback on class activities, short assessments and Q&A. Additional more personal feedback will be provided by dissertation supervisor. Summative Assessment Type and Week of Submission 1. Research Proposal which relates to the Dissertation or the Work Based Project - 70% FT & PT: Week 6, Semester 1 2. Project presentation - 30% FT & PT: Week 8, Semester 1 1. Case study report - 50% FT: Week 11, Semester 1 PT: Week 15, Semester 1 2. Management report - 50% FT: Week 15, Semester 1 PT: Week 15, Semester 1 1. Case study 50% FT: Week 13, Semester 2 PT: Week 8, Semester 2 2. Management report - 50% FT: Week 13, Semester 2 PT: Week 8, Semester 2 1. Work related case study report - 50% FT: Week 9, Semester 2 PT: Week 15, Semester 2 2. Group presentation - 50% FT: Week 14, Semester 2 PT: Week 3, Semester 3 1. Work related project / dissertation - 80% FT: Week 15, Semester 2 PT: Week 12, Semester 3 2. Reflective statement - 20% FT: Week 15, Semester 2 PT: Week 12, Semester 3 Page 12 of 13
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