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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

1. Awarding Institution/Body Teesside University (TU)

2. Teaching Institution Teesside University (TU)

3. Collaborating Organisations(include type)

Hong Kong Institute of Technology (HKIT) - Type 3bCentral College London (Subject to Approval)Southern College – Type 3bShahputra University CollegeInternational Islamic College (subject to approval)

4. Delivery Location(s)[if different from UoT]

HKIT sites (Hong Kong - Breezy Path, Cheung Sha Wan and Yau Umati)Southern College, (Malaysia – Johor Baru) Shahputra University College- (Malaysia- Kuantan)International Islamic College (Malaysia- Kuala Lumpar)Central College London (UK- Ealing, London)

5. Programme Externally Accredited by (e.g. PSB)

6. Award Title(s) BA (Hons) Business Management

7. Lead School Teesside University Business School (TUBS)

8. Additional Contributing Schools

9. FHEQ Level[see guidance]

Level 6

10. Bologna Cycle[see guidance]

First cycle

11. JACS Code and JACS Description

N200

12. Mode of Attendance[full-time or part-time]

Full-time & Part-time

13. Relevant QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s)

QAA General Business and Management

14. Relevant Additional External Reference Points

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(e.g. National Occupational Standards, PSB Standards)

15. Date of Production/Revision January 2009Revised July 2011 ( Amended modules at levels 5 and 6)

16. Criteria for Admission to the Programme(if different from standard University criteria)

International students applying to study on the Programme in the UK or at a partner institution must meet the standard University UG IELTS Level of 6.0

17. Educational Aims of the Programme

The overall aims of the programme are to:

develop an enthusiasm and the abilities required for independent learning in the context of business and management

develop the knowledge and skills necessary to operate effectively in business situations

provide programmes of study which encourage the acquisition of theoretical knowledge, intellectual development and the application of knowledge to the professional world of business

develop an understanding of the nature and operations of business and its external environment

foster an appreciation of the wider economic, political, legal, social, ethical and international context of business

develop an awareness of the impact of information and communication technology on business decision making

stimulate an enquiring, analytical, practical and creative approach to the study and practice of business

lay a foundation for lifelong learning, enquiry and personal and professional development

develop an understanding of the importance of enterprise and the skills associated with entrepreneurship

develop knowledge and skills in a range of business areas complementary to the core areas of business

develop knowledge and skills in specialised business-related areas of selected option streams

18. Learning Outcomes

The programme will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills listed below. Intended learning outcomes are identified for each category, together with the key teaching and assessment methods that will be used to achieve and assess the learning outcomes.

Knowledge and Understanding (insert additional rows as necessary)K1 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the nature, structure,

functions and internal processes of business organisations.K2 Demonstrate an understanding of the role and management of people in a

business organisation.K3 Demonstrate an awareness of the impact of the external environment at

local, national, European and international levels.K4 Demonstrate an understanding of the multidisciplinary nature of the study of

business.K5 Demonstrate an awareness of strategic, legal and ethical issues affecting

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business organisations.K6 Challenge established business theories and models.

K7 Demonstrate knowledge of research design and implementation.

K8 Demonstrate an understanding of the changing nature of business on the contemporary world.

Cognitive/Intellectual Skills (insert additional rows as necessary)C1 Apply the skills necessary for academic study and enquiry.

C2 Gather, use and evaluate information from a variety of sources.

C3 Analyse, evaluate and synthesise theoretical and applied knowledge and information in order to gain a coherent understanding.

C4 Apply knowledge and skills in solving a range of familiar and unfamiliar problems.

C5 Justify conclusions in a range of contexts.

C6 Demonstrate a positive attitude to change in the context of information and communication technology and other business applications.

Practical/Professional Skills (insert additional rows as necessary)P1 Evaluate own leadership, team-working and other personal qualities

necessary for a business career.P2 Recognise the basis for professional competence and ethical behaviour and

review own performance.P3 Act with increasing autonomy.

P4 Recognise the importance of and make practical use of information and communication technology.

P5 Make effective preparations for a business placement and apply knowledge and skills in a range of work situations (students undertaking a business placement only).

Key Transferable Skills (insert additional rows as necessary)T1 Plan, manage, review and evaluate own learning.

T2 Communicate effectively using a variety of means.

T3 Possess appropriate numerical and statistical skills.

T4 Achieve competence in the use of information and communication technology.

T5 Identify own strengths and weaknesses and take responsibility for personal learning and development.

T6 Work effectively as a member of a team.

T7 Distinguish career and employability opportunities and challenges and take appropriate preparatory action.

T8 Perform a range of tasks in a work situation (students undertaking a business placement only).

19. Key Learning & Teaching Methods

Knowledge and UnderstandingTeaching and learning methods develop across the stages of the programme from underpinning theory and concepts at level 4, through an exploration of the wider

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business issues in level 5, to the level 6 which is designed to offer an integrated, holistic and independently managed learning experience, with an opportunity to examine and evaluate business and management problems and issues, through case studies and realistic work scenarios, supported by formal learning inputs and learner support activities. i.e. tutorials seminars and e-support. Levels 5 and 6 offer an opportunity to explore additional areas of learning through the option module choice.

Cognitive / Intellectual /Practical & Professional SkillsThroughout the programme students will be encouraged to develop and use a range of cognitive and intellectual skills. Many of the modules require the students to develop and apply a range of skills within a variety of learning and assessment related activities. Students will be encouraged to develop practical and professional skills and through formative and summative assessments modules will encourage students to explore and examine issues around theory and practice. Where appropriate assessments will be work-related or based on a case study scenario to encourage students to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Module assessments will incorporate elements appropriate for demonstrating and developing key transferable skills such as presentations, report writing, numbers and IT (plus a portfolio, if Placement used). Students will develop and be able to apply a range of relevant management skills including communication, business planning, leadership and mentoring and decision making. The Business Research and Project module will contain skills-based developmental sessions.

20. Key Assessment MethodsThe assessments will be designed to allow the development, application and evaluation of knowledge and understanding in a business context across the programme. Students will complete a major project within level 6 of the programme; this has been designed to further allow students to demonstrate a holistic understanding and application of knowledge in a chosen topic. Within this programme a range of key formative and summative assessment methods will be used. They will be designed to motivate, stimulate and inform learning and will include such assessment strategies as: case studies; simulations; essays; presentations; and, business reports and plans.

Knowledge and UnderstandingThe Assessments will include a range of assignments, case studies, simulations business reports and plans, designed to allow the development, application and evaluation of knowledge and understanding in a business context across the programme. In addition there will be a major project within the final level designed to ensure a holistic understanding and application in a chosen topic area.

Cognitive / Intellectual Skills/ Practical & ProfessionalThe assessment for many of the modules asks the students develop and apply a range of skills within the learning and assessment activities, both formative and summative, with at level 6 the opportunity to apply reflection based upon their work in order to assess whether they are effective. All assessments at all levels and especially the project at level 6 will require students to use a range of cognitive and intellectual skills which will be directly assessed. The Business Research and Project module project will be in the format of an in-depth study of an issue related to business and will be undertaken as an individual piece of work which requires learners to operate independently. Timely and effective feedback and assessments are integral to the learning process. Students will also be exposed to the nature and processes of seeking employment during year 2.

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Students will receive timely and constructive feedback. The feedback will clearly identify the strengths and those areas for further development, guidance will be provided on how to strengthen these areas. Feedback will be provided through a variety of mechanisms, as appropriate, and students will be encouraged throughout the programme to seek, reflect upon, and, respond to feedback.

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21. Programme Modules(additional copies to be completed for each named pathway)Level 4

Code Title Credits Status Non-Compensatable Compensatable

HRM1045-N Personal and Team Effectiveness 20 Core üECO1008-N Business and the Economy 20 Core üHRM1046-N Managing and Developing People 20 Core üBIN1049-N Business Decision Making 20 Core üMAR1028-N Fundamentals of Marketing 20 Core üACC1044-N Accounting, Information and the Organisation 20 Core üLevel 5

Code Title Credits Status Non-Compensatable Compensatable

HRM2036-N Leadership and Mentoring 20 Core üHRM2042-N Enhancing Employability 20 Core üECO2013-N International Dimensions of Business 20 Core üACC2021-N Planning for Business Operations 20 Core ü

Selected Option (see centre/programme HB for detailed option choices)

20 Option ü


20 Option ü

Level 6Code Title Credits Status Non-

Compensatable Compensatable

BIN3014-N Business Research and Project 40 Core üCSE3004-N Strategic Management 20 Core üHRM3034-N Critical Perspectives in Leadership and Management 20 Core ü


20 Option ü


20 Option ü

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22. Programme Structure

Overview of structure of the modules across the Academic Year.

This programme is designed to offer a broad based study of the main areas of business but also to provide the opportunity to choose from a wide range of option areas.

In level 4 students take core modules which include the main functional areas of business, the external business environment and the development of personal and professional skills. Level 5 core modules include Enhancing Employability and a study of the European and wider international context of business. In level 6 students work on an extended piece of research in their Business Project and study Strategy Management. A range of options enables students to tailor the programme to their own interests or career aspirations. The programme is also available to part-time students in the evening, though the range of options available will be more limited, and the final level is available to HND and Foundation Degree students as a conversion degree.

The programme is also available to part-time students in the evening, though the range of options available will be more limited. Part-time delivery will follow the ‘block’ model identified. This will mean that the order and rate at which modules are studied will vary according to the time the student can commit to the programme. However, part time students will normally complete the Programme within 4/5 years. Part-time students can only participate in the level 4 module, Business Decision Making following the completion of the other five level 4 modules. This does not prevent students from studying a combination of modules from different levels and will not hold up student progress, practice that has been established over many years. Modules:

Level Programme Core Modules

Pathway Core ModulesCore on specific programmes

Elective Modules

4 Personal and Team Effectiveness20 credits

Business and the Economy20 credits

Managing and Developing People 20 credits

Business Decision Making 20 credits

Fundamentals of


Marketing 20 credits

Accounting, Information and the Organisation20 credits

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Leadership and Mentoring20 credits

Enhancing Employability20 credits

Planning for Business Operations20 credits

International Dimensions of Business20 credits

Two Option Choices2 x 20 credits

(Option to be selected from the agreed list of TUBS modules offered)

OPTIONAL YEAR - BUSINESS PLACEMENT OR INTERNATIONAL STUDYStudents will be required to enrol on the appropriate support module

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Business Research and Project40 credits

Strategic Management20 credits

Critical Perspectives in Leadership & Management20 Credits

Two Option Choices2 x 20 credits

(Option to be selected from the agreed list of TUBS modules offered)

23. Support for Students and Their Learning

The level 4 induction programme helps students to make the transition into higher education and to feel part of the School and the programme. This includes a range of liaison meetings with the Programme Leader aimed at developing a relationship between staff and students and to explain relevant programme information included in Programme and Module handbooks.

Induction also takes place between each level of the programme to ensure students are aware of any special requirements or activities to their particular programme, eg Placement in level 5 and Project guidance in level 6.

A Student Support Officer (SSO) will provide generic support to students and will assist in ensuring the effective integration of students into the University and TUBS. The SSO will play an active part in induction events and will supervise Student Advisors / Mentors and will act as a point of contact for students who require non-academic assistance and advice.


Level 4 will develop key academic skills and transferable skills to a standard which will prepare the student for success in subsequent assessments. Many of the academic skills and transferable skills are delivered by the Personal and Team Effectiveness module. Teaching on this module is focused in such a way that much of the input is towards the start of the module thereby providing the input for subsequent application in the formative and summative assessment.

A Personal Development Plan (PDP) will provide the vehicle for students to be able to reflect on their progress, to identify where their weaknesses and strengths are and to develop a plan of action for improvement. This will form part of the level 4 module Personal and Team Effectiveness.

The document ‘Learning to Achieve’ details the specific mechanisms in place for student support and highlights the TUBS approach to improving retention and progression for all students.

The School Disability Co-ordinator oversees the needs of students with special requirements.

The School Blackboard is used by staff to communicate with students, provide study material and to post notices. Students can access this information externally and is a crucial medium of support for part-time students.Lecturers use this system to support learning and teaching. The system facilitates communication between staff and students and can enable structured learning (web pages, presentations, lecture notes, announcements, assessment feedback, and podcasts). Blackboard is a web based system and therefore is available both on and off-site using the following address: https://eat.tees.ac.uk. Your username and password will be required to gain access to this secure area. For further information refer to the Information Technology Handbook.

The University Student Services and Careers Service provide central support for students with a range of financial, pastoral and career advice.

24. Distinctive Features

The BA (Hons) Business Management is a broad business programme with a flexible choice of options. The programme core is designed to enhance the student learning experience by focussing on the development of knowledge, skills and competencies throughout the programme.

The content of the common ‘core’ has been informed by the QAA subject benchmarks for general business and management degrees, i.e. the study of organisations, management, the external environment, and the enhancement of lifelong learning skills and personal/career development. Most TUBS undergraduate programmes utilise the same common core. Consequently flexibility is built into the programmes in that students have the opportunity to transfer to other business programmes at the end of level 4.

Level 4 of this programme provides students with a range of subjects to provide a broad knowledge base on which to build specialist knowledge and expertise in preparation for a wide variety of careers.

Throughout level 4 students will learn about the external environment (Business and the Economy), the key functional areas of business (Fundamentals of


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Marketing; Managing and Developing People; and Accounting & Information Systems), personal and team development (Personal and Team Effectiveness), and an integrative module (Business Decision Making) will draw together learning from all modules with an applied approach.

The final level 4 module, Business Decision Making, utilises a bespoke business simulation software package to enable students to engage with the discipline in an applied context.

Students will be exposed to the interrelationships and partnerships between theory and practice, researchers and businesses, initially through brief staff and guest presentations delivered in induction week and then followed up with staff and guest seminars throughout their study.

Personal and professional skills and competencies are developed systemically throughout the programme, especially the Personal & Team Effectiveness module in level 4, the Enhancing Employability module in level 5 right through to the Business related project in level 6. This programme offers students the opportunity to undertake a placement in an organisation or an international study year in between levels 5 and 6.

The intention of the programme is to give students exposure to ‘real world’ business situations in order to enhance their skills and employability. Providing students with the opportunities to learn from work/practical related experience is embedded throughout the programme and is an important aspect in helping students’ secure future employment. Real world experience is embedded in the programme in several ways including Guest seminars; Business simulation exercises; extensive use of real world case studies; ‘Live’ projects with local employers, industrial placements and through the project module. The real world relevance of the programme will also be stressed though research, the school’s engagement with professional bodies and through a business competition.

From the initial exposure to the role of research in level 4, students will develop research skills in levels 5 and 6. In the Business Research & Project module at level 6, students will apply their knowledge and skills to an individual business project. Students will normally use ‘live’ projects, where students work on real problems/issues identified by industry provides opportunities for the students to engage in inquiry based learning but is also particularly effective in bridging the gap between theory and practice.

Students will benefit from the School’s engagement with a range of professional bodies including Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), and with local employers representatives on the School Advisory Board.

Students also have the opportunity to win sponsorship for the IBM Universities Business Challenge which is the premier business simulation competition for all university undergraduates in the UK.

One of the key challenges of management education is the development of management action skills, particularly leadership. Building on the Personal and Team Effectiveness module in level 4, modules to develop leadership, mentoring and employability skills are included in the level 5 stage of the programme, with a


related reflective practice within the Business Research and Project module.


STAGE OUTCOMES [UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS ONLY]

BA (Hons) Business ManagementPlease give the learning outcomes for interim stages of the programme for each named pathway or award, e.g. for Honours degrees programme, Stage/Level 4(1) outcomes, and Stage/Level 5(2) outcomes, and for Foundation Degrees, Stage 1/Level 4 and programme outcomes. Separate Stage/Level 6(3) outcomes are not required as it is assumed that these are consistent with the programme outcomes I the programme specification. (If there have been no significant changes made to the programme outcomes as part of the review, then the stage outcomes from the original programme documentation can be included). Please add additional rows where necessary.

Key: K = Knowledge and Understanding C = Cognitive and Intellectual P = Practical Professional T = Key Transferable [see programme specification]

NO Programme Outcome Stage/Level 5(2) Stage/Level 4(1)K1 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding

of the nature, structure, functions and internal processes of business organisations.

Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of key aspects of the functional areas of business

Apply relevant knowledge and skills to the analysis of key internal processes of organisations

Identify and explain the main types and structures of organisations

Describe and explain the main functional areas of business activity

Describe and explain the main internal processes of organisations

K2 Demonstrate an understanding of the role and management of people in a business organisation

Analyse the role of management in a variety of business contexts

Identify and explain the role of people in organisations and the factors which influence their role

K3 Demonstrate an awareness of the impact of the external environment at local, national, European and international levels

Apply knowledge from relevant disciplines to an understanding of the international business environment

Recognise the importance of the external business environment, especially at the local and national level

Describe and explain how markets operate

K4 Demonstrate an understanding of the multidisciplinary nature of the study of business


Describe and explain the basic roles of management and strategy within an organisation


K5 Demonstrate an awareness of strategic, legal and ethical issues affecting business organisations


Describe and explain the basic roles of management and strategy within an organisation

K6 Challenge established business theories and models

K7 Demonstrate knowledge of research design and implementation

Critically review, select from and apply alternative research methodologies in more complex situations

K8 Demonstrate and understanding of the changing nature of business in the contemporary world

Explore major developments in contemporary business and its international environment

C1 Apply the skills necessary for academic study and enquiry

Apply, question and relate academic study skills to more complex tasks

Demonstrate a variety of academic study skills

C2 Gather, use and evaluate information from a variety of sources

Analyse, apply and interpret data and other information from a variety of sources

Systematically gather, use and describe data and other information from a variety of sources

C3 Analyse, evaluate and synthesise theoreticaland applied knowledge and information in orderto gain a coherent understanding

Apply, question and relate appropriate knowledge to a variety of business situations

Understand and explain the relationship between theoretical knowledge and its applications in the context of simple business situations

C4 Apply knowledge and skills in solving a range of familiar and unfamiliar problems.

Apply more complex problem-solving skills in a variety of contexts

Demonstrate simple problem-solving skillsUnderstand and explain basic concepts from business disciplines

C5 Justify conclusions in a range of contexts Apply, question and relate appropriate concepts in a variety of business situations

Recognise and engage in intellectual argument

C6 Demonstrate a positive attitude to change in the context of information and communication

Demonstrate intellectual coherence, adaptability and openness


technology and other business applications

P1 Evaluate own leadership, team working andother personal qualities necessary for a business career

Take individual responsibility for developing the professional skills and personal qualities required for a business career

Identify and explain the leadership, team-working and other personal qualities associated with the study of business

P2 Recognise the basis for professional competence and ethical behaviour and review own performance

Perform effectively within a range of business disciplines

Analyse the impact of ethical issues relating to the study of business

Demonstrate awareness of the abilities and competences associated with the study of business

Identify and explain the relevance of culture and ethics to business decision makers

P3 Act with increasing autonomy Select appropriate research topic and evaluate the relevance of information gathered

P4 Recognise the importance of and makepractical use of information and communicationtechnology

Recognise the importance of and make practical use of ICT skills

P6 Make effective preparations for a businessplacement and apply knowledge and skills in arange of work situations (students undertaking a business placement only)

Make effective preparations for a business placement and apply knowledge and skills in a range of work situations (students undertaking a business placement).

T1 Plan, manage, review and evaluate own learning

Select, apply and reflect upon appropriate approaches to learning in different contexts

Recognise a range of different approaches to learning

T2 Communicate effectively using a variety of means

Employ and appraise a range of written communication methods appropriate to the study of business

Identify and demonstrate the main forms of written and oral communication appropriate to the study of business

T3 Possess appropriate numerical and statistical skills

Apply numerical and statistical skills in more complex business contexts

Demonstrate numerical and statistical skills in simple business contexts

T4 Achieve competence in the use of information and communication technology

Use a range of specialist software appropriate to the discipline

Use basic ICT tools (including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, PowerPoint


presentations and Internet searches)

T5 Identify own strengths and weaknesses and take responsibility for personal learning anddevelopment

Demonstrate the capacity to reflect upon personal working practices and learning needs in order to progress with confidence in self-directed study

Identify own academic strengths and weaknesses and take appropriate action to remedy weaknesses

T6 Work effectively as a member of a team Recognise factors that affect group processes and team-working

T7 Distinguish career, employability opportunities and challenges and take appropriate preparatory action

T8 Perform a range of tasks in a work situation (students undertaking a business placement only)

Perform a range of tasks in a work situation


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.

BA (Hons) Business Management - Outcome KeyModule Name K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T7 T8

Level 4Personal & Team Effectiveness

A A A A A A A A A A

Business & the Economy A A A A A A A A A

Managing & Developing People

A A A A A A A A A A A

Business Decision Making

A A A A A A A A A A A A

Fundamentals of Marketing

A A A A A A A

Accounting, Information & the Organisation


Level 5Leadership & Mentoring

A A A A A A A A A A

EnhancingEmployability

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

International


Dimensions of Business

A A A A A A A A A A A A

Planning for Business Operations

A A A A A A A A A

Level 64Business Research & Project

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Strategic Management

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Critical Perspectives in Leadership & Management


Options ( two available)As prescribed by the module


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