1. Awarding Institution York St John University. 2. Teaching Institution York St John University. 3. Delivery Locations (if different from YSJ)

Transcription

1 PROGRAMME SPECIFICAITON BA (Hons) Business Management BA (Hons) Accounting and Business Management BA (Hons) Business Management and Finance BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business Information Technology BA (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) International Tourism Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management and Web Technologies BA (Hons) Tourism Management BA (Hons) Tourism Management and Marketing BA (Hons) Business Management and Language (from 2012 entry) 1. Awarding Institution York St John University 2. Teaching Institution York St John University 3. Delivery Locations (if different from YSJ) 4. Programme(s) Accredited by (professional/statutory body) 5. Faculty offering the Programme(s) York St John University Available for off-site delivery Not Applicable York St John s Business School 6. Final Award(s) BA (Hons) Business Management BA (Hons) Accounting and Business Management BA (Hons) Business Management and Finance BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business Information Technology BA (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) International Tourism Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management and Web Technologies BA (Hons) Tourism Management BA (Hons) Tourism Management and Marketing BA (Hons) Business Management and Language 7. Interim Awards Certificate of Higher Education (must have made a serious attempt at 120 credits and have successfully passed 100 credits at level 1) Diploma of Higher Education (must have made a serious attempt at 120 credits and have successfully passed 100 credits at level 2) 8. Programme Title(s) BA (Hons) Business Management 9. UCAS Code / GTTR / Other N202, NG25, NN23, NN26, N120, N833, N500, N832, NN85, NG54, N1N4, NIR1 10. Approved Combinations (for Joint Honours programmes only) Not Applicable 1

2 11. QAA Benchmark Group(s) Business and Management 12. Applicable to Year of Entry to 2015 the Programme(s) 13. Date Produced/Revised May 2012 (revalidation), October 2013 (no changes), Nov 2013 (2BM180 and 2BM240 delivered in semester 1 or 2) Oct 2014 no change 14. Mode of Study The programme is offered in the following modes of study: Full-time: Part-time: Over a period of 3 years Over a period of 5 years, maximum 8 years 15. Introduction and Special Features 15-a Introduction The Business Management programme and related specialist awards offers students the opportunity to understand, analyse and interpret business activity and decision making in its social and economic contexts. The programme combines a comprehensive grounding in key aspects of business management with opportunities for students to enhance their career prospects through specialisation in a range of areas. The programme currently has a mixture of full-time home students, international students and part-time students. This offers opportunities for valuable exposure to different expectations, interpretations and values which are typical in modern business environments. The programme can be started in either September or January. The programme consists of three distinct phases. In phase 1 (year 1 for full time students, normally year 1 and 2 for part time students), all participants take similar modules. This offers flexibility as there is the opportunity to change the award at the end of the year. The only exception to this is in Accountancy and Business Management. In phase 2 (year 2 for full time students and normally years 3 and 4 for part time students) participants can opt to continue on the generic Business Management programme or choose to specialise and follow a named award. Students can also choose to study abroad for all or part of the year gaining valuable international business insights and additional language skills. In phase 3 participants develop their research skills by completing either a Dissertation or Business Research Study. The programme is designed to embed employability and professional skills at all levels and requires students to develop a means to record continuous evidence of professional learning. The link between learning activities and a critically reflective approach to thinking about organisations, leadership and management helps to ensure that learning is strongly employment focussed throughout the programme. As well as delivery at York St John University, the programme is designed to be delivered off-site under the management of the Business School and delivered by the partner institution, following, where appropriate, training by the Business School teaching staff. Alternatively such training can be delivered by Business School teaching staff with support being provided by suitably qualified Associate Tutors at the partner organisation. 2

3 15-b Special features of the programme Individually named pathways providing unique awards in specific business orientated disciplines. Flexibility to enable students to make further choices within the framework of named awards. Flexibility to transfer between awards up to the end of level 1. A wide module choice for most awards. Opportunities to undertake a work placement and reflect on the experience. Systematic development of employability skills which form part of the core curriculum at Levels 1 and 2 preparing students for the world of business. Opportunity to study abroad with partner institutions in a range of countries including France, Spain, Japan, USA and Australia. Excellent personal and academic support. Each student is allocated an academic tutor to support them throughout the programme. The opportunity to learn a new language or develop existing language abilities at each level. Modules on the accounting award have been aligned with the requirements of 3 papers for the ACCA. The Business School integrates Microsoft Office skills development into some modules in order that students have the opportunity to qualify as a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS). The programme can also be delivered off-site. 16. Criteria for Admission For Level 1 (Home students) The entry requirements for the programme is three GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent), including English Language with maths required for entry to Business Management and Finance and Accounting and Business Management. The tariff points are in line with the University strategy for any particular year. For direct entry to level 2 or 3 (Home students) In the first instance the Head of Programme will review modules and qualifications on an individual basis; he/she then has the discretion to offer a place at either level based on an applicant s experience, provisional upon their qualifications or experience being equivalent to the content studied at previous levels. For (International students) Across all levels International students must have IELTS of 6, with no less than IELTS 5.5 in each individual skill or attend the pre-sessional English course a 12-week course for students with IELTS 5 and a 5-week course for those with 5.5. For Level 1 entry (International students) These will vary, depending on the country and education system that students have previously followed. However, in essence, we would be looking for a high-school leaving certificate with a certain grade (depending on the country system) equivalent to A level grades and at least 3 GCSE equivalent subjects including maths. 3

4 A number of entry routes will be available to overseas students, dependent on qualifications as outlined in the original validation document dated 2005, section (2.1.3): o Via the York St John 4-year degree framework including the Level 0 Foundation year. o Via the Semester 2 University Certificate in International Foundation Studies (Marketing & Management). o Direct entry to Level 1 o Direct entry to Level 2 o Direct entry to International students must have IELTS score of 6, with no less than IELTS 5.5 in each individual skill or they will need to attend the pre-sessional English course a 12-week course for students with an IELTS score of 5 and a 5-week course for those with 5.5. Overseas students entering Level 1 by way of the Level 0 Foundation programme or the University Certificate in International Foundation Studies (Marketing & Management) will need to have successfully completed and passed all modules of the relevant programme to the appropriate standard. For Direct entry to Level 2 (International Students) The International office carries out a mapping exercise to find equivalent qualifications to the Cert HE level. For Direct entry to (International students) The International office carries out a mapping exercise to find equivalent qualifications to the Dip HE level. APL For students wishing to be considered for entry into the programme under APL please refer to the the YSJU Admissions Webpage. 17. Programme Aims The Business Management programme has four main aims: 1. Academic excellence to develop individuals with a sound knowledge and understanding of the management of organisations. 2. Critical thinking and effective communication to create reflective practitioners who are able to analyse and synthesise complex information. Develop students ability to communicate and collaborate in a variety of contexts. 3. Learning and personal development to promote individuals who are willing to adapt to a complex and rapidly changing environment. 4. Active citizenship - to foster through adopting a critical stance students contribution to society at large. 18-1a YSJU Level 1 / NQF Level 4 / FHEQ C Level 1 Programme Outcomes Level 1 (Certificate of Higher Education) 4

5 Students who gain the award specified will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: Academic Excellence The ability to acquire and organise information mostly from recommended sources associated with Business Management, and an ability to understand key theories and principles at a basic level within the context of that area of study. The capability to begin to organise, synthesise and offer evaluation of the structures regarding the relationship between the knowledge and principles of the subject area. An ability to make sound and appropriate judgements in accordance with basic theories and concepts. Critical Thinking and Effective Communication An ability to present, analyse and interpret simple situations and problems in accordance with basic theories and concepts of Business Management. An ability to evaluate the effectiveness of basic approaches to problem solving related to Business Management. The application and communication of theory and principles to straight forward and relatively unambiguous situations and problems. Learning and Personal Development A basic competence in using IT skills, the ability to communicate orally and in writing; ability to organise and manage their own learning; working with others and the ability to apply a range of study and research skills for this level of study in writing. Active Citizenship Qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of some personal responsibility. Having awareness of the different stakeholders of wider society, including their needs and expectation. 18-1b Level 1 Programme Structure and Content Welcome Week/Induction: The programme will include an induction period beginning with a Welcome Week prior to the start of teaching. During the welcome week students will receive general University-based induction material including tours of the campus, information about the library, Student Union discussions, as well as programme specific material, such as receipt of student programme handbooks, explanation of module diets and a synopses of modules to be studied, timetable information, and information on the library. Induction will provide students with a programme overview, team building activities and orientation events. York St John Business School make use of the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) to assist in the student s engagement, support and his/her integration into the University and student life. All level 1 students have access to a Level 1 information site which is used as an information and guidance repository for students. All full time and part time students attend welcome week which runs twice in the year, once in September and once in January in order to ensure that both intakes of students receive an equivalent experience. 5

6 All students (except Accountancy students) who join the programme, including those joining a specific named award, take a similar pathway through the first year. This offers flexibility and choice of study to the students entering the programme at level one with the opportunity to change programme speciality at the end year one, alternatively, they can choose the generic route through the programme. Four of the compulsory modules are designed to give students a good grounding in both the key theoretical areas of Business Management and in the various specialist pathways. The fifth area is a key skills module covering areas of information technology and study skills. The elective/option modules allow students to either gain an introduction to the IT or Tourism specialisms, alternatively they can broaden their skills by taking a foreign language. Module Choices: Students who come into the programme, even those joining a specific named award, take a similar pathway through the first year and complete a total of six modules. Four of the modules are designed to give students grounding in both the key theoretical areas of Business Management and the specialisms. The fifth is a key skills module which covers areas of information technology and study skills. The elective/option modules allow students to either gain an introduction to the IT or Tourism specialisms, or broaden their skills by taking a foreign language. Level 1 students study six modules in total accumulating to 120 credits. Examples include Organisations, Competition & Environment, ICT & Study Skills, Organisational Behaviour, Economics and Finance, Marketing and Operations Management and one option module. In addition to these students may also choose to take the Microsoft Office Specialist professional qualification. At the end of Level 1 students can either remain on the generic programme or choose to specialise and follow a named award. The only exception to this is in Accountancy and Business Management where students follow a specific route which ensures compliance with the requirements of professional accrediting body. As the ICT and Study Skills module is a first semester module, students joining the programme in Semester Two will be deemed to have missed a module which is vital in the building block process. Semester Two entrants will, therefore, undertake additional (compulsory) sessions in order to support their learning and develop the underpinning study skills deemed necessary for completion of their current modules (e.g. referencing). As the ICT element which consists predominantly of the use of spread sheet software and supports progression onto Level 2 and the research methods modules, the students will not be disadvantaged. No assessment will be undertaken regarding the development of study skills, at this stage, as this will be undertaken within the module when studied in semester two. The majority of students entering the programme at semester two, will be expected to choose an option prior to commencing the programme. Students starting in semester two will be provided with the same information to that received by students starting in Semester One. Semester Two starters will also have the opportunity to discuss their choice of options with the level 1 tutor or Head of Programme prior to commencing the programme. Although we highlight this to level 1, those students with direct entry at level 2 with a Semester Two start, who also need to choose options, will also be guided by the same principles as outlined. One of the underlying principles in Semester Two entrance is the expertise already held by the York St John Business School in supporting and integrating Semester Two entrants into the programme. York St John Business School already has an established induction process which is designed to engage, support and integrate Semester Two starters into the programme. This process includes the use of some initial session time, in the early weeks of the modules, to help students integrate into the groups, the use of group work and group research activities in the delivery process, and the use of peer mentors where practicable. 6

7 Routes through the generic Business Management programme: The structure of the Level 1 Business Management programme in terms of modules and credits is shown below. Part-time routes will be negotiated with the Head of Programme whereby students will be able to select modules which are appropriate to the time taken. Modules for the Programme BA (Hons) Business Management Level 1 Code Title Credits Semester Status of Module 1BM090 Organisations, Competition & Environment 20 1 C 1BM020 ICT and Study Skills 20 1 C 1BM100 Organisational Behaviour 20 1 C 1BM040 Economics and Finance 20 2 C 1BM070 Tourism Industries 20 2 O 1BM080 Marketing & Operations Management 20 2 C 1IT110 Web Design 20 2 O 1BM110 Foundations of Business information systems 20 2 O Language Module 20 2 E Status of Module will be either: C:, CP: for progression to the next level, CA: for award, O: option or E: elective 18-1c Level 1 Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategies Skill attainment Level 1 knowledge and understanding. Teaching and learning strategies Delivery of the programme utilises a student-centred, blended approach which incorporates 42 contact hours; consisting of lectures, seminars, supported open learning, independent learning and learning supported by the virtual learning environments (VLEs). Tutor-led discussion of provided case studies; writing practice and feedback (including peer feedback); structured IT workshops; guided preparation of professional reports or accounts are further examples of the approaches utilised at Level 1. Guided learning is emphasised at Level 1, which aims to support students through tasks designed to develop skills and understanding, and to promote communication, organisation, responsibility and the appropriate exercise of judgement. Employability skills are emphasised and delivered by including appropriate skills (e.g. IT) within the curriculum. Reflective practice is facilitated through the production of a Personal Development Portfolio and this is integrated into module assessment. Students (except Accounting students) undertake a generic range of modules as career paths at this stage of the programme are often undecided. Students can change awards at the end of Level 1. Assessment strategies Formative assessment strategies include tutor feedback on tutor-led group discussion; practice tests; and tutor feedback on individual draft work. Students at Level 1 of the Business Management programme will experience a wide 7

8 range of summative assessment approaches including: Essay In-module test Portfolio Poster presentation (oral and group presentation) Report Oral test Oral group presentation Web design critique Individual project Book keeping exercise Assessment criteria: Students will be assessed in every module for which they enrol. Level 1 work usually carries a word count of ,500 words. Students must pass each module with a minimum mark of 40. Where a pass mark is not reached participants will be offered a single opportunity to re-sit the relevant assignment. The re-sit mark for any module is a maximum of 40. Assessments will be marked by module tutors and moderated by University staff and the external examiner YSJU Level 2 / NQF Level 5 / FHEQ I 18-2a Level 2 Programme Outcomes Level 2 (Diploma of Higher Education) Students who gain the specified award will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: Academic Excellence The ability to acquire and organise information independently, from a wide range of secondary sources. Acquire, appreciate and apply primary data in practical situations. A broad understanding of key theories and principles, with a clear understanding of their inter-relationships and relevance to varying contexts. Critical Thinking and Effective Communication An appreciation of the main methods of enquiry to analyse more complex situations and problems for relevant factors and issues. Using a range of techniques to undertake the analysis of data information. Apply appropriate theories and principles to more complex and relatively ambiguous situations and problems, including those outside the context in which they were originally studied. Show an ability to communicate and present a coherent more in-depth argument. Effectively communicate information, in a variety of forms, to specialist and non-specialist audiences, and deploy key techniques of Business Management effectively and confidently. An ability to effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis orally and in writing. Learning and Personal Development The ability to identify a range of valid alternative solutions and techniques in 8

9 order to begin to discriminate and evaluate amongst viable solutions and the reasons for these. Make increasingly informed judgements which recognise the limitations of their own current knowledge and understanding. An ability to understand how the theories and principles relating to general management principles in HR, marketing, finance and operational management apply in practice. Begin to engage in research activity independently. Further develop technical and IT skills as appropriate to the discipline at this level of study. Active Citizenship Develop autonomy and self-management as a learner. Adjust to professional and vocational expectations. Understand and experience society at large through involvement in theoretical and practical activities, such as placements with organisations. 18-2b Level 2 Programme Structure and Content Modules: Students study a minimum of 60 specialised credits at level 2 including the Professional Experience and Development modules. The option modules allow students to either follow a specified award, or to explore and develop their interests in specific aspects of Business Management. Students complete total of 8 modules (four 10 credit and four 20 credit ones) amounting to 120 credits. Students undertake a minimum of 3 weeks placement (or equivalent), which if they are following a named award needs to be within that specialist subject area. Students who have studied Database Systems for the Web module may choose to take the Microsoft Office Specialist professional qualification in Access. Study abroad: York St John University is committed in its internationalisation strategy by providing opportunities for students participating in international exchange programmes, as one of the key elements of the University s aim in internationalising the curriculum. These opportunities are offered under the terms of the European Erasmus scheme whilst study abroad programmes are organised with partner institutions outside the EU. Students who achieve sufficiently high standards in their work at the discretion of the Head of Programme may therefore be permitted to take part of their degree programme abroad. This experience is acknowledged in the allocation of credits towards the degree which corresponds with the credits that would have been awarded had they continued their studies at York St John University. This is often in the form of a semester or year spent abroad at a partner exchange institution. These exchanges are administered by YSJ International. Study abroad student experiences: A specific new module 2BM200 Reflective Journal has been designed to ensure that students who study abroad, either by following the Business Management and Language route or those who spend a year abroad on Erasmus exchanges have a similar experience to those students who remain in the UK. Students are required to undertake a work placement in their country of study and produce a reflective account of their experiences in lieu of the assessed component of 2BM180 Employment Development. This aligns the experiences of students who choose to study abroad with those who opt to remain on the programme in the UK. Routes through the programme: The structure of the Level 2 Business Management programme in terms of modules and credits is shown below. Part-time routes are negotiated with the Head of Programme whereby students will be able to select modules which are appropriate to the time taken. 9

10 Modules for the Programme BA (Hons) Business Management Level 2 Code Title Credits Semester Status of Module 2BM220 Research Methods for Business 10 3 C 2BM230 Designing a Research Project 10 4 C 2BM180 Employment Development 10 3 or 4 C 2BM240 Professional Experience & 10 3 or 4 C Career Planning 2BM010 Financial Management 20 3 O 2IT050 Computer Programming for the Web 20 3 O 2BM150 International Finance 20 3 O 2BM040 Marketing Practice 20 3 O 2BM140 Travel & Tourism Marketing 20 3 O 2BM160 Human Resource Management 20 3 O 2BM170 Managing Employment Practices 20 4 O 2BM130 Cultural & Heritage Tourism 20 4 O 2IT040 Database Systems for the Web 20 4 O 2BM120 Financial Reporting & Analysis 20 4 O 2BM100 International Trade & Globalisation 20 4 O Language Module 20 4 E Status of Module will be either: C:, CP: for progression to the next level, CA: for award, O: option or E: elective 18-2c Level 2 Teaching and Learning and Assessment Strategies Skill attainment Level 2 analysis, application and reflection. Teaching and learning strategies Delivery of the programme utilises a student-centred, blended approach which incorporates 36 contact hours; consisting of lectures, seminars, supported open learning, independent learning and learning supported by virtual learning environments (VLEs). Tutor-facilitated reflection on work experience or on alternative approaches to a problem; planning, management and evaluation of a group project are examples of the approaches utilised at Level 2. Collaborative approaches to learning are emphasised at Level 2 (e.g. group work and projects) as they allow knowledge and understanding to be co-constructed and contested, provide opportunities for individuals to bring unique or personal insights into the discussion, activity or consideration. Facilitated learning is also emphasised to encourage teamwork, problem-solving, reflection on decision-making and other critical abilities in order to develop autonomous learning skills. Employability skills are emphasised at Level 2 when students are introduced to project planning and undertake a work placement (within the Professional Experience and Development module), alongside developing research skills through the Research Methods module. Students may also begin to focus on a more specific career path by combining compulsory modules associated with their chosen award. Students undertaking the study abroad option demonstrate the development of such skills through the completion of a reflective journal. 10

11 Assessment strategies Formative assessment strategies include tutor-facilitated discussion of draft work and group wikis. Students at Level 2 of the Business Management programme will experience a wide range of summative assessment approaches including: Report Case study Critical analysis/review In-module test Oral presentation Cognitive map Briefing paper Group project Design software application Written assignment Training programme Personal journal Project report Assessment criteria: Students will be assessed in every module for which they enrol. Level 2 work usually carries a word count of words. Students must pass each module with a minimum mark of 40. Where a pass mark is not reached participants will be offered a single opportunity to re-sit the relevant assignment. The re-sit mark for any module is a maximum of 40. Assessments will be marked by module tutors and moderated by University staff and the external examiner YSJU / NQF Level 6 / FHEQ H 18-3a Programme Outcomes (Bachelor s degree with Honours) (Ordinary degree) Students who gain the specified award will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: Academic Excellence Proficiency in acquiring and organising information with increased emphasis on primary sources which is accessed independently. Proficiency in combining theories and principles in the analysis and solution of complex problems. The ability to synthesise theory and professional/vocational practice and evaluate critically theory, process, solutions and outcomes. Critical Thinking and Effective Communication Make flexible use of the concepts, information and practical competencies and incorporate where appropriate whilst also showing evidence of drawing on recent research and scholarship and, current understanding of professional competencies. Proficiency in evaluating the appropriateness of different approaches to problem solving associated with the business and management discipline, along with the ability to describe and comment on particular recent research and scholarship. 11

12 The ability to proficiently use and communicate the results of generic and subject specific approaches in order to access, analyse and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data. The ability to effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis orally and in writing. Learning and Personal Development The ability to proficiently apply learned theory and principles in the identification of a range of valid solutions to complex problems and appreciate the uncertainty, ambiguity and limitations of their own knowledge. The ability to understand the importance of strategic thinking within business and its link to critical reflective thinking. The student will be an independent learner able to define and achieve objectives and work within time constraints. Develop autonomy and self-management as a learner. Engage in independent research activity. Active Citizenship Be aware of and adjust to professional and vocational expectations Actively interact with wider society by putting into practice skills learnt, both through academic study and practical experience, during previous years learning. 18-3b Programme Structure and Content Modules: Students study a minimum of 80 specialised credits at level 3 including three modules directly related to their award. Participants at this level can opt to undertake an independent study which is either a 40 credit dissertation across the whole year or a 20 credit Business Research Study during the final semester. Students are allocated a subject specialist supervisor. Students complete a total of either 7 modules if they choose to undertake the dissertation (one 40 credit dissertation and six 20 credit ones) amounting to 120 credits or 8 modules if they choose to undertake the Business Research Study plus the additional option (seven 20 credit modules) amounting to 120 credits. Routes through the programme: The structure of the Business Management programme in terms of modules and credits is shown below. Part-time routes will be negotiated with the Head of Programme whereby students will be able to select modules which are appropriate to the time taken Modules for the Programme BA (Hons) Business Management (Dissertation Route) Code Title Credits Semester Status of Module 3BM160 Dissertation 40 5 & 6 C 3BM020 Organisational Strategy & 20 5 O Decision Making 3BM090 Consumer Behaviour 20 5 O 3IT040 e-business 20 5 O 3BM030 Tourism, Policy & Planning 20 5 O 3BM170 Strategic HRM 20 5 O 3BM180 International Business Economics 20 5 O 3BM190 Digital Business Communication 20 5 O 3BM150 Business Ethics 20 5 O 3BM060 International Marketing 20 6 O 3BM100 Managing a Diverse Workforce 20 6 O 12

13 3BM070 Strategic Corporate Finance 20 6 O 3BM120 Developing E-Commerce 20 6 O Applications 3BM110 Responsible Tourism 20 6 O 3BM140 Marketing Communications 20 6 O Language Module 20 6 E 3BM270 Managing Performance and Award 20 O Status of Module will be either: C:, CP: for progression to the next level, CA: for award, O: option or E: elective Modules for the Programme BA (Hons) Business Management (Business Research Study Route) Code Title Credits Semester Status of Module 3BM020 Organisational Strategy & 20 5 O Decision Making 3BM090 Consumer Behaviour 20 5 O 3IT040 e-business 20 5 O 3BM030 Tourism, Policy & Planning 20 5 O 3BM170 Strategic HRM 20 5 O 3BM180 International Business Economics 20 5 O 3BM190 Digital Business Communication 20 5 O 3BM150 Business Ethics 20 5 O 3BM060 International Marketing 20 6 O 3BM100 Managing a Diverse Workforce 20 6 O 3BM130 Business Research Case Study 20 6 C 3BM070 Strategic Corporate Finance 20 6 O 3BM120 Developing E-Commerce 20 6 O Applications 3BM110 Responsible Tourism 20 6 O 3BM140 Marketing Communications 20 6 O Language Module 20 6 E 3BM270 Managing Performance and Award 20 O Status of Module will be either: C:, CP: for progression to the next level, CA: for award, O: option or E: elective 18-3c Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategies Skill attainment critical evaluation and synthesis. Teaching and learning strategies The delivery of the programme utilises a student-centred, blended approach which incorporates 30 contact hours; consisting of lectures, seminars, supported open learning, independent learning and learning supported by virtual learning environments (VLEs). Student-led discussion of independently selected case studies; critical reflection on current news events; application of theories and evidence to inform strategic business choices are examples of the approaches utilised at level 3. 13

14 Independent Learning is emphasised at level 3. In which students are encouraged to take responsibility for their role in managing their learning and its outcomes and is structured to require and reward increasing independence and autonomy of learning. Employability skills are emphasised at with students undertaking either a 20 or 40 credit research investigation. This results in the production of a major piece of work that develops the students research skills and their engagement with business practice. Students also focus on a more specific career path due to the continuation of compulsory modules associated with their chosen award. Assessment strategies Formative assessment strategies include informal discussion of essay ideas or research interests; student-led peer review of informal presentations. Students at level 3 of the Business Management programme will experience a wide range of types of summative assessment, including: Case study Portfolio Critical analysis/review In-module test Oral presentation Project report Report Poster presentation Design and produce a website Essay Assessment criteria: Students will be assessed in every module for which they enrol. work usually carries a word count of words. Students must pass each module with a minimum mark of 40. Where a mark is not reached participants will be offered a single opportunity to re-sit the relevant assignment. The re-sit mark for any module is a maximum of 40. Assessments will be marked by module tutors and moderated by University staff and the external examiner. 19. Progression and Graduation Requirements The University s general regulations for undergraduate awards apply to this programme. These can be found in the Document Directory via the University homepage. In addition, the following specific programme regulations apply in respect of progression and graduation: The Business Management programme has four types of awards, Certificate of Higher Education, Diploma of Higher Education, Ordinary Degree of Bachelor and Bachelor Degree with Honours. The Business Management Specialist Awards are shown below: Business Management Specialist awards are: Business Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2. In 14

15 addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Accounting and Business Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090, 1BM100 and 1BM120 at level 1, 2BM010, 2BM150, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2 and 3BM070 at level 3. Students must pass module 2BM190 in order to progress to level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award modules 3BM130, 3BM150, 3BM200 and 3BM210 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160, 3BM200 and 3BM210 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Business Management and Finance Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM010, 2BM120, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2 and 3BM070, 3BM180 and 3BM210 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Business Management and Human Resource Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM160, 2BM170, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230, and 2BM240 at level 2 and 3BM020, 3BM100 and 3BM170 at level 3. In addition for the 20 credit dissertation route students must study the compulsory module 3BM150 and must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 and for the 40 credit dissertation route students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM160 in order to obtain the award. Business Management and Language Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM090, 1BM020, Language A, Language B, 1BM040 and 1BM080 at level 1,2BM210, 2BM250 Study Abroad (1) and (2), 2BM200, Language C, Language D, 3LA050, and 3BM130 or 3BM160 at level 3. The award title will be followed by a named language in brackets once students have fulfilled their language requirement to the appropriate level of language competence. Business Information Technology Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM090, 1BM100, 1BM110 and 1IT110 at level 1, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230, 2BM240, 2IT040 and 2IT050 at level 2 and 3BM120, 3BM190 and 3IT040 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. International Business Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM100, 2BM150, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2, 3BM060, 3BM100 and 3BM180 at level 3. In addition for the 20 credit dissertation route students must study the compulsory module 3BM150 and must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 and for the 40 credit dissertation route students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM160 in order to obtain the award. International Tourism Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM070, 1BM080, 1BM090, 1BM100 and a language module at level 1, 2BM130, 2BM140, 2BM160, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2 and 3BM030, 3BM110 and 3BM180 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. 15

16 Marketing Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM040, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM040, 2BM100, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2 and 3BM060, 3BM090 and 3BM140 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Marketing Management and Web Technology Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM080, 1BM090, 1BM100, 1BM110 and 1IT110 at level 1, 2BM040, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230, 2BM240 and 2IT040 at level 2, 3BM090, 3BM120 and 3IT040 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Tourism Management Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM070, 1BM080, 1BM090 and 1BM100 at level 1, 2BM130, 2BM140, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230 and 2BM240 at level 2, 3BM030, 3BM110 and 3BM180 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. Tourism Management and Marketing Students must study the compulsory modules: 1BM020, 1BM070, 1BM090, 1BM100 and 1BM080 at level 1, 2BM040, 2BM130, 2BM140, 2BM180, 2BM220, 2BM230, and 2BM240 at level 2, 3BM030, 3BM060, 3BM090, and 3BM110 at level 3. In addition students must pass the compulsory for award module 3BM130 for the 20 credit dissertation route or 3BM160 for the 40 credit dissertation route in order to obtain the award. 20. Internal and External Reference Points This programme specification was formulated with reference to: University Mission statement QAA Subject Benchmark statements National Qualification Framework Professional and Statutory bodies External Advisory Board External interested parties A selection of representatives of local and regional businesses. Internal Subject Area Review Programme evaluative reports External Examiner comments 21. Further Information Further information on the programme of study may be obtained from: Admissions Entry Profile (Admissions) Programme validation document (Registry Academic Standards) Regulations (Registry Academic Standards) BA (Hons) Joint Honours, programme specifications Student programme handbook (MOODLE) Module handbooks (MOODLE) 16

17 Business Management undergraduate programmes

18 Awards within the undergraduate Business Management Programme The following suite of Business Management awards 1 are offered at York St John University: Award page 1. BA (Hons) Business Management 2 2. BA (Hons) Accounting and Business Management 4 3. BA (Hons) Business Management and Finance 6 4. BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management 8 5. BA (Hons) Business Management and Languages BA (Hons) Business Information Technology BA (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) International Tourism Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management and Web Technology BA (Hons) Tourism Management BA (Hons) Tourism Management and Marketing 25 1 Subject to re-validation, January

19 BA (Hons) Business Management Semester 1 1BM090: Organisations, Competition and Environment 1BM020: ICT and Study Skills 1BM100: Organisational Behaviour Semester 2 Level 1 1BM040: Economics & Finance 1BM080: Marketing & Operations Management 1BM070: Tourism Industries 1BM110: Foundations of Business Information Systems 1IT110: Web Design Foreign language Semester 3 Options (2) Level 2 2BM220: Research Methods for Business (1) 2BM180: Professional Experience and Development (1) 2BM040: Marketing Practice 2BM140: Travel & Tourism Marketing 2BM160: HRM 2BM010: Financial Management 2IT050: Computer Programming for the Web 2BM150: International Finance Semester 4 Options (2) Level 2 2BM230: Research Methods for Business (2) 2BM240: Professional Experience and Development (2) 2BM170: Managing Employment Practices 2BM100: International Trade & Globalization 2BM120: Financial Reporting & Analysis Foreign Language 2BM130: Cultural and Heritage Tourism 2IT040: Databases for the Web 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM160: Dissertation for the 40 credit 3BM020: Organisational Strategy & Decision Making Options (2) 3BM090: Consumer Behaviour 19

20 3IT040: e-business 3BM030: Tourism Policy & Planning 3BM190: Digital Business Communication 3BM170: Leadership & Strategic HRM 3BM180: International Business Economics 3BM150: Business Ethics 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 Options (2) 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce 3BM120: Developing E- Commerce Applications 3BM160: Dissertation for the 40 credit 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM060: International Marketing 3BM110: Responsible Tourism 3BM140: Marketing Communications 3BM270 Managing Performance and Reward - Option module Foreign language 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 Options (3) 3BM190: Digital Business Communication 3BM030: Tourism Policy & Planning 3BM180: International Business Economics 3BM020: Organisational Strategy & Decision Making 3IT040: e-business 3BM150: Business Ethics 3BM090: Consumer Behaviour 3BM170: Leadership & Strategic HRM 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM130: Business Case study for the 20 credit 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce Options (2) 3BM120: Developing E- Commerce Applications 20

21 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM110: Responsible Tourism 3BM060: International Marketing 3BM140: Marketing Communications Foreign language BA (Hons) Accounting and Business Management Semester 1 1BM090: Organisations, Competition and Environment 1BM020: ICT and Study Skills 1BM100: Organisational Behaviour Level 1 Semester 2 1BM040: Economics & Finance 1BM080: Marketing & Operations Management 1BM120: Introduction to accounting Semester 3 Level 2 2BM220: Research Methods for Business (1) 2BM180: Professional Experience and Development (1) 2BM010: Financial Management 2BM150: International Finance Semester 4 Level 2 2BM230: Research Methods for Business (2) 2BM240: Professional Experience and Development (2) 2BM190: Advanced Financial Reporting (1) for progression Foreign Language 2BM170: Managing Employment Practices 2BM100: International Trade & Globalization 40 Credit Independent Study Route 3BM160: Dissertation Semester 5 3BM210: Management 21

22 for 40 credit Accounting and Management Control for award 3BM150:Business Ethics 3BM180: International Business Economics 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM160: Dissertation for 40 credit 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM200: Advanced Financial Reporting (2) for award 22

23 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM210: Management Accounting and Management Control for award 3BM150: Business Ethics 3BM180: International Business Economics 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM130: Business Case Study for 20 credit 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM200: Advanced Financial Reporting (2) for award 23

24 BA (Hons) Business Management and Finance Semester 1 1BM090: Organisations, Competition and Environment 1BM020: ICT and Study Skills Semester 2 1BM100: Organisational Behaviour Level 1 1BM040: Economics & Finance 1BM080: Marketing & Operations Management 1BM070: Tourism Industries Foreign language 1BM110: Foundations of Business Information Systems Semester 3 Level 2 2BM220: Research Methods for Business (1) 2BM180: Professional Experience and Development (1) 2BM010: Financial Management 2BM150: International Finance 2BM040: Marketing Practice 2BM160: HRM Semester 4 Level 2 2BM230: Research Methods for Business (2) 2BM240: Professional Experience and Development (2) 2BM120: Financial Reporting & Analysis 2BM100: International Trade & Globalization Foreign Language 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM160: Dissertation for 40 credit 3BM210: Management Accounting and Management Control 3BM180: International Business Economics 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM160: Dissertation for 40 credit 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM060: International Marketing 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce 24

25 Foreign Language 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM210: Management Accounting and Management Control 3BM180: International Business Economics 3BM020: Organisational Strategy & Decision Making 3BM150: Business Ethics 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM130: Business Case Study for 20 credit 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM060: International Marketing 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce Foreign language 25

26 BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management Semester 1 1BM090: Organisations, Competition and Environment 1BM020: ICT and Study Skills 1BM100: Organisational Behaviour Semester 2 Level 1 1BM040: Economics & Finance 1BM080: Marketing & Operations Management 1BM070: Tourism Industries 1BM110: Foundations of Business Information Systems Foreign language Semester 3 Level 2 2BM220: Research Methods for Business (1) 2BM180: Professional Experience and Development (1) 2BM160: HRM 2BM010: Financial Management 2IT050: Computer Programming for the Web 2BM040: Marketing Practice Semester 4 Level 2 2BM230: Research Methods for Business (2) 2BM240: Professional Experience and Development (2) 2BM170: Managing Employment Practices 2BM130: Cultural and Heritage Tourism 2IT040: Databases for the Web 2BM100: International Trade & Globalization Foreign Language 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM160: Dissertation for the 40 credit 3BM170: Leadership & Strategic HRM 3BM020: Organisational Strategy & Decision Making Level 3 40 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 26

27 3BM160: Dissertation for the 40 credit 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance 3BM140: Marketing Communications 3BM270 Managing Performance and Reward - Option module Foreign language 27

28 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 5 3BM150: Business Ethics 3BM170: Leadership & Strategic HRM 3BM020: Organisational Strategy & Decision Making 20 Credit Independent Study Route Semester 6 3BM130: Business Case Study for the 20 credit independent study route 3BM100: Managing a Diverse Workforce 3BM140: Marketing Communications 3BM070: Strategic Corporate Finance Foreign language 28