Certificate of Higher Education in Business Enterprise 1. Awarding Institution The University of Leicester 2. Teaching Institution Institute of Lifelong Learning, Faculty of Education, University of Leicester 3. Programme accreditation Faculty of Education 4. Programme Title Modular Programme for Certificate in Business Enterprise 5. Programme Director Anne Newman, Institute of Lifelong Learning 6. Date of submission/revision 17 th October 2002 7. Benchmarking group (if applicable) 8. Aims of programme The Certificate in Business Enterprise programme is structured so that as a student progresses through the course they will gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to develop an idea for a small business or community enterprise based around a product, process or service (work related or otherwise), which they will subsequently use as a basis for undertaking distance learning activities, group activities and assignments. The final outcome / assessment activity will be the preparation and presentation of a viable business plan. The course is aimed at: Existing business owner / managers who want to improve their entrepreneurial skills or develop new ideas for their business. Unemployed people, or those looking for a change in career direction. Anyone considering setting up in business. Anyone with a business idea they think may be turned into a business. The programme is designed in modular format, there are six equally weighted accredited modules, each with a value of 20 credits (total 120 credits). The programme is to be studied over a period of 12 months. The student must satisfactorily complete all six modules to gain a Certificate. The programme aims to provide students with the following: An appreciation of the opportunities for entrepreneurs that exist in the marketplace. An understanding of the processes required for turning a business idea (based around a product process or service) into reality. An awareness of the qualities needed to meet the challenges in setting up and managing a successful business / community enterprise. The development of a good overall knowledge of the business start-up process. An understanding of the basic legal requirements for setting up and running a business. The knowledge of how to make the best use of the business support mechanisms available to new and small businesses. An understanding of sources of funding for start-up and small enterprises. The ability to prepare and present a sound business plan.
9. Intended learning outcomes and the means by which they are achieved and demonstrated. A. Knowledge and Understanding (1) Demonstration of scholarship appropriate to the level of award: Mastery of an appropriate body of knowledge An understanding of the business environment relevant to the development and running of a successful small business or community enterprise. Lectures, independent study and practical exercises and work related learning activities. Successful completion of coursework assignments and examinations. (2) Understanding of key concepts and techniques An awareness of the qualities needed to meet the challenges in setting up and managing a successful business / community enterprise. An appreciation of the opportunities for entrepreneurs that exist in the marketplace. An understanding of the processes required for turning a business idea (based around a product, process or service) into reality. The development of a good overall knowledge of the business start-up process. An understanding of the basic legal requirements for setting up and running a business. The knowledge of how to make the best use of the business support mechanisms available to new and small businesses. An understanding of sources of funding for start-up and small enterprises. The ability to prepare and present a sound business plan. Study of Module 1. Learning materials and lectures from the Certificate programme and work related learning activities. Study of Modules 2, 3 and 6. Learning materials and lectures from the Certificate programme. Study of Module 2. Learning materials and lectures from the Certificate programme. Study of learning materials and lectures from the whole Certificate programme. Study of Module 5 learning materials and lectures. Study of Module 5 learning materials and lectures. Study of Module 5 learning materials and lectures. Study for Modules 3, 5 and 6. Learning materials and lectures from the whole programme. Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s). Completion of relevant coursework assignment(s) Preparation and presentation of business plan.
(3) Critical analysis of key issues An ability to demonstrate a capacity for critical analysis of published material. An ability to demonstrate a critical analysis of an enterprise management environment and achieve satisfactory solutions to problems. The writing of report that contain evidence of extensive reading. Research of existing business support mechanisms and environment relevant to the student s enterprise / business idea and work activities. Successful completion of reports. Successful completion of assignments. (4) Clear and concise presentation of material Communicate concepts and arguments relevant to the development of a business idea both orally and in writing. Presentation of clear, concise reports, portfolio and seminar, that combine both facts and ideas which relate to the course work and the development of a business idea. Successful completion of written (reports, portfolio of ideas) and oral (seminar presentation) coursework assignments. (5) Critical appraisal of evidence with appropriate insight An ability to demonstrate a capacity to evaluate own research findings and literature and undertake a critical analysis of the business environment that applies to the student s business idea. Seminar (student presentation) and development of a portfolio of business support information, practical sessions and reports and work related activities. Successful completion of coursework assignments. B. Skills (1) Oral Communication Skills Provide effective oral communication of the principle components of the business plan. Seminar / presentation. Effective participation and communication of ideas.
(2) Written Communication Skills Communicate knowledge of selected topics in writing. Coursework assignments (written reports). Successful completion of assignments. (3) Use of Information Technology Demonstrate the acquisition and use of IT skills and the capacity to access and evaluate a variety of electronic information resources. Use of IT skills to research materials associated with coursework assignments and preparation of a business plan. Satisfactory undertaking of research for assignments and preparation and presentation of a business plan. (4) Basic Numeracy Demonstrate an ability to create and keep financial records required for a small enterprise. Demonstrate an ability to prepare financial forecasts for a small enterprise. Satisfactory completion of the finance and business plan modules. Successful completion of finance and business plan modules. (5) Team Working Demonstrate an understanding of what it means to work with others. Attendance at tutorials and group networking sessions and completion of relevant coursework and assignments. Successful completion of assignments and attendance at tutorials and group networking sessions. (6) Problem Solving Demonstrate the ability to carry out practical exercises and to use appropriate data analysis techniques. Practical exercises. Successful participation in practical sessions and completion of associated coursework assignments.
(7) Skills for Lifelong Learning Demonstrate a capacity for the acquisition of new knowledge and skills. Attendance at lectures, practical sessions, tutorials etc.; completion of all coursework assignments and examinations. Completion of the Certificate programme. 10. Programme structures, requirements, levels, modules, credits and awards. A. Course outline A (1) Duration, constituent elements, allocation of hours and attendance requirements. This certificate programme carries 120 credit points at HE level 1. The programme will be delivered flexibly as six modules, over one year, through a combination of distance learning materials, face-toface teaching and tutorials. The teaching will be spread out evenly over. Each module is to be studied over a period of six weeks (allowing for holiday periods), there will be one full day or two half-day workshops (total 9 hours teaching). There will be a half-day introductory workshop (5 hours) at the beginning of the course and a seminar day at the end of the course when students will present their business plans to the course tutor (9 hours). In order to successfully complete the course the student must attend all six of the workshops, and successfully complete all six assignments. They must also attend the business plan presentation day to present their plan and participate as a member of the audience.
A (2) Constituent module titles, their length, credit weighting and mode The course comprises six modules, each rated at 20 credits (see table below). Module Credit Points (at HE Level 1) Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneur 20 Innovation and Opportunity 20 Business and Marketing Planning 20 Business Finance 20 The Business Environment 20 Writing and Presenting a Business Plan 20 Totals 120 Each module will be taught through a combination of distance learning materials (which will include a series of self test and business activities) and a one-day workshop (or two half-day workshops), a total of 9 teaching hours. Each student who has enrolled on the Certificate programme will also receive a total of up to 2 hours tutorial time per module (either face to face, over the phone or by email) and a half-day (5 hour) introductory workshop delivered by the course director. Module 6 will also include a compulsory full-day seminar session when students will present their business plans to the tutor and the other students. The module titles are: 1. Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneur 2. Innovation and Opportunity 3. Business and Marketing Planning 4. Business Finance 5. The Business Environment 6. Writing and Presenting a Business Plan A (3) Assessment and awards Modules 1-5 will be usually assessed by written assignments of approximately 2000 words (or the equivalent). Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea which they must add to throughout the course. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of each module for assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their written assignment.
The assignment for Module 6 will involve the development of a business plan based on the student s business idea, which must be presented in the form of a document and as an oral presentation on the seminar day. Students must also hand in their completed research portfolio, which will be taken into consideration by the tutor(s) and form part of the marks for the assignment. A (4) Pattern of attendance It is proposed that the first course will run from March 2003 March 2004. B. Course Structure Constituent Element Module 1 Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneur Module 2 Innovation and Opportunity Module 3 Business and Marketing Planning Module 4 Business Finance Module 5 Business Set-up and Management Module 6 Writing and Presenting a Business Plan Duration No of teaching sessions Duration of sessions (hrs) Location 6 wks 1 9 Vaughan College 6 wks 1 9 Vaughan College 6 wks 1 9 Vaughan College 6 wks 1 9 Vaughan College 6 wks 1 9 Vaughan College 7 wks 2 9 Vaughan College Summary of Contact hours per year Modules Face-to-face Time (hrs) Private Study (hrs) Tutorial (hrs) Induction (hrs) 5 5 1 9 139 2 150 2 9 139 2 150 3 9 139 2 150 4 9 139 2 150 5 9 139 2 150 6 18 130 2 150 TOTAL 63 825 12 905 TOTAL (hrs)
11. Support for Learning Course Folder At the commencement of the Certificate programme each student will be issued with an A4 course folder into which they can fit the handbook and all six module learning packs as they receive them. Course Handbook All students who enrol on the one-year Certificate programme, or their first CPD programme module will be issued with a course handbook. This will provide information on the course aims and objectives, contact details for the course director and other tutors, location of teaching venues, timing and content of the course modules, information on coursework assignments, and course feedback sheets (student questionnaires). Students who require further copies of the handbook will be required to pay for them. Course Modules Each module will have a learning materials pack specifically designed for independent learning. The learning materials will also be used as a framework for the workshops. Students will be issued with the pack at the beginning of the module on which they have enrolled at least one week before the workshop / teaching day. Each module will be individually shrink-wrapped and can be fitted into the course folder. Library facilities Students who have enrolled to undertake the Certificate on the one-year programme will be entitled to make use of the library at Vaughan College or Northampton Centre (depending on which college they are attending). The centres can also arrange for students on the one-year programme to have access to the University library. Tutorials Each student will be entitled to two hours of tutorial time per module (with the relevant module tutor) which must be taken-up within the six week programme time for the relevant module. This may be face to face, over the telephone or by email as appropriate to the student s needs. Supervision The course director will maintain an overview of module progress on the CPD and Certificate programme. They will present a half-day induction course at the beginning of the 12-month Certificate programme. Handouts Handouts will be provided if and when appropriate during the course of workshops, although the module learning packs will contain sufficient information and learning materials and learning activities for the students to be able to undertake the assignments. Membership of the Students Union Students who have enrolled to undertake the Certificate on the one-year programme will be entitled to restricted membership of the Students Union which can be arranged through Vaughan College or Northampton College (depending on which college where they are attending).
Hardship fund Students studying on the one-year Certificate programme may be entitled to receive help with fees and expenses from the University of Leicester hardship fund. Details can be found on the University website or from the Course Director. 12. Criteria for admission Open entry; no formal qualifications required, just a serious commitment to study and develop an entrepreneurial business idea. 13. Evaluation and improvement of quality and standards A. Institute of Lifelong Learning Regular course evaluation will be carried out by the course director in conjunction with a staff-student committee. The basis for this assessment will be the result of completed student course evaluation questionnaires, direct comments from students, and feedback from the teaching team. The staffstudent committee will report to the Board of Studies. A Board of Studies will be established comprising the course director and course tutors. An external examiner will be appointed. The Board of Studies will meet once termly and will carry out examining duties, consider applications for long essay option, and act upon issues raised by the external examiner s report. Student progress will be reviewed regularly. The Board will carry out an annual review of the course and deal with any other relevant issues. The Board of Studies will report to the Certificate of Higher Education Programme Board and other Faculty committees as required. B. University The accredited modules for the certificate course will be covered by regular University academic review activities. 14. Regulation of assessment Coursework will be marked by the tutor or tutors responsible for setting the assignments and will be moderated by the course director. The external examiner will moderate a selection of marked work. The selection will include all assignments achieving a mark less than 40% (i.e. a fail) and above 69% (i.e. a distinction mark), plus a range of work representative of the intervening grades. 15. Indicators of programme quality These will include, inter alia, the reports of the external examiner, academic reviews, student progression with coursework assignments, and completion rates on the Certificate programme. The Board of Studies will address issues of programme quality and maintain a watching brief on course quality indicators.
16. General Course Reading List A course reading list will be provided with each module learning pack. An indicative list is given below: Allen, K. (1999) Launching New Ventures. Houghton Mifflin. Atiyah, P.S., John N. Adams & Hector Macqueen. The sale of goods, 10 th edn, Harlow: Pearson Education Ltd, 2001 Bach. S. and Sisson K. (2000) (eds) Personnel Management, 3 rd edn, Oxford: Blackwell. Bagilhole, B. (1997) Equal opportunities and social policy: issues of gender, race, and disability, London: Longman. Barnett, D. (1999) Avoiding unfair dismissal claims, Chichester: Wiley, Beaver, G. (2002) Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development. Finacncial Times, Prentice Hall. Beardwell, I., Holden, L. (2001) (eds) Human Resource Management, 3 rd edn, London: Pitman. Bell, M. (2002) Anti-discrimination law and the European Union, New York: Oxford University Press, Bradgate, Rt & White F. (1996) Commercial Law, 3 rd edn, London: Blackstone Press Ltd, Bygrave, W. D, Hay M, & Peeters J. B. (eds) (1999) The venture capital handbook, London: Financial Times [in association with] Prentice Hall, Chell, E. (2001) Entrepreneurship: Globalisation, Innovation and Development, Thomson Learning. Cooper, P (et al) Questions & answers: employment contracts, Kingston upon Thames: Croner Cornish, G. P. (1999) Copyright: Interpreting the law for libraries, archives and information services, London: Library Association Publishing. Cornish, G. P. (1999) Understanding copyright in a week, Reading: Hodder & Stoughton Educational, 2000Publications, Cornish, W. R. (1996) Intellectual property: patents, copyright, trade marks and allied rights, London: Sweet & Maxwell, Daft, R. L., (2000) Management, Dryden Press, Deakins, D. (1999) Entrepreneurship and Small Firms. 2 nd edition, McGraw Hill. Drucker, P. (1994) Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Butterworth-Heinemann. Firth, J. & Nickson S. (1999) Redundancy, London: Institute of Personnel and Development, Fletcher C. (1997) Appraisal: Routes to Improved Performance, 2 nd edn, London: CIPD. Gompers, P.A. & Lerner J. (2001) The money of invention: how venture capital creates new wealth, Boston: Harvard Business School Press. Gray, D. (1987) The Entrepreneur s Complete Self-Assessment Guide. Kogan Page. Hall, D. (1999) In the Company of Heroes: An insider s guide to entrepreneurs at work. Kogan Page. Litman, J. (2001) Digital copyright: protecting intellectual property on the Internet, New York: Prometheus Books.
Marchington, M. & Wilkinson A.. (2002) People management and development: human resource management at work, 2 nd edn, London: CIPD. Newton, D. C. (2000) Patents on the internet, London: British Library, Oughton, D. & Lowry J. (2000) Textbook on consumer law, 2 nd edn, London: Blackstone Press Ltd, Rae, D. (1999) The Entrepreneurial Spirit. Blackhall Publishing. Redman, T. & Wilkinson A. (2002) The informed student guide to: Human Resource Management, London: Thomson Learning, Rubenstein, M. (2001) Discrimination: a guide to the relevant case law on sex, race and disability discrimination and equal pay, London: Eclipse Group Ltd. Spence, W. R. (1984) Innovation: The Communication of Change in Ideas, Practices and Products. Chapman and Hall. Stokes, D. (1998) Small Business Management: A case study approach. Ashford Colour Press. Storey, D. (1994) Understanding the Small Business Sector, Routledge. Taylor, G., (1994) Equal opportunities : a practical handbook, Industrial Society. The European Community directives on copyright and related rights. (2001) Luxembourg: Office for Official Publications of the European Communities. Wood, K. (2001) Maternity and parental rights: a practical guide, London: Stationery Office.
17. Module Outlines. 17.1 Module Title Tutor/Contact Level Module 1 - Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneur To be confirmed One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite Modules 6 weeks None Aims Upon completion of Module One, students will be able to: Define the qualities/skills/knowledge required by an entrepreneur to set up a new venture. Define a new venture. Identify and recognise the key challenges of setting up a new venture. Define entrepreneurship. Define entrepreneur. Define management of a successful new venture. Identify and recognise the key challenges of a successful new venture. Explain the process of creating a new venture. Explain the key factors in the success and failure of new ventures. Summary of Content Module One will explain the nature of entrepreneurship and the business start-up process with respect to new ventures. The module will also explore the key qualities of entrepreneurs and look at the qualities that are needed by entrepreneurs to meet the challenges of developing new ventures. Module 1 is divided into five sections: 1. Introduction 2. Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurs 3. The New Venture Creation Process 4. Creating Successful New Ventures 5. Managing the New Venture Teaching and Learning Strategy The Module will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, face-to-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance-learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments.
Assessment Scheme This module will be assessed by coursework assignments which will be in the form of a written report. Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of the module for assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their report. The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 109 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 9 TOTAL 150 Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack.
17.2 Module Title Tutor/Contact Level Module 2 - Innovation and Opportunity To be confirmed One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite Modules 6 weeks None Aims Module 2 aims to provide the student with an insight into the concepts of innovation and opportunity. Upon completion of Module Two, students will be able to: Describe the difference between a business idea and an opportunity. Explain how business ideas are generated. Define how opportunities are tested. Define innovation. Explain and describe the role of innovation. Identify the resource needs of a new venture. Describe how to meet the resource gap of a new venture. Describe the options available for turning a tested opportunity into a business reality. Summary of Content The module will explain the nature of innovation and the process of recognising and exploiting viable opportunities with respect to creating new ventures. It will also explore the underpinning processes of generating ideas and how these can be turned into real ventures. Furthermore, the module will explore the resource needs of new ventures and describe the options available to entrepreneurs for establishing new ventures. Module 2 is divided into six units: 1. Introduction 2. Innovation and Opportunity 3. Processes for Turning Ideas into Business Reality 4. Finding Business Ideas 5. Opportunity Testing 6. Identifying Business Options Teaching and Learning Strategy The Module will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, face-to-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance-learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments.
Assessment Scheme This module will be assessed by coursework assignments which will be in the form of a written report. Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of each module for assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their report. The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 109 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 9 TOTAL 150 Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack.
17.3 Module Title Tutors/ Contact Level Module 3 - Business and Marketing Planning Colin Salter One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite modules 6 weeks None Aims This module aims to enable students to develop a structured approach to business and marketing planning. On completion of this module, students should be able to: Define their business vision. Define their business mission. Understand how to analyse their business and its market. Understand how to undertake customer research. Understand how to develop a company marketing strategy. Know how to undertake a business and marketing planning checklist. Summary of content Module 3 is divided into 6 Units: 1. What is a Business Vision? 2. What is a Business Mission? 3. Analysis of the Business Market. 4. Customer Research. 5. Developing a Marketing Strategy. 6. Business and Marketing Planning Checklist. Teaching and Learning Strategy The Module will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, face-to-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments. Assessment scheme This module will be assessed by coursework assignments which will be in the form of a written report. Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of each module for assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their report.
The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 109 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 9 TOTAL 150 Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack.
17.4 Module Title Tutors/ Contact Level Module 4 - Business Finance Colin Salter One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite modules 6 weeks None Aims Module 4 is designed for business managers who are not financial specialists but who need to be able to interpret financial information for decision-making. It aims to help owner managers to understand how to use financial information in order to: Forecast income and expenditure. Monitor and control forecast income/expenditure against actual income/expenditure. Evaluate the performance of the business against budgeted targets. By the time students have completed Module 4 they will be able to: Identify different types of cost and costing methods. Consider the use of a range of pricing methods. Appreciate the importance of cash-flow to business survival and growth. Understand how to read and interpret the key financial statements. Understand the relationship between the key financial statements. Recognise the importance of monitoring and controlling the working capital of the business. Produce and administer a simple system for recording the business transactions. Summary of content Module 4 comprises 6 units: Understanding Costs and Costing. Determining the Price. Cash flow. The Profit and Loss Account. The Balance Sheet. Working Capital Management. Business Record Keeping. Teaching and Learning Strategy The Module will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, face-to-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will
also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments. Assessment scheme This module will be assessed by coursework assignments which will be in the form of a written report. Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of each module for assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their report. The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 109 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 9 TOTAL 150 Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack.
17.5 Module Title Tutors/Contact Level Module 5 The Business Environment Colin Salter One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite modules 6 weeks None Aims The aim of Module 5 is to show students how to gain access to a broad range of information, business support agencies and service providers, to help them in the business start-up/development process. By the time students have completed Module 5 they should have developed an awareness of the types of help and information available to those setting up a small business, particularly in the context of their own business idea. Summary of content Module 5 contains 14 Units: 1. Forms of Business Ownership. 2. Registering the Business and Business Name. 3. Working from Home. 4. Income Tax and Children s Tax Credit. 5. Value Added Tax. 6. Company Vehicles. 7. Choosing an Accountant. 8. Business Insurance. 9. Business Communication. 10. Financial Support. 11. Intellectual Property Rights. 12. Employing Labour. 13. Sales of Goods and Services. 14. Funding. Teaching and Learning Strategy Module 5 will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, faceto-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance-learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments. Assessment scheme This module will be assessed by coursework assignments which will be in the form of a written report. Students must also create a portfolio of research evidence for their business idea. This should include a diary recording of research activities and literature collected as a result of enquiries (these must be relevant to the business idea). The portfolio must be submitted at the end of the module for
assessment as part of the assignment. There must be evidence of research activity and further reading within their report. The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 109 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 9 TOTAL 150 Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack.
17.6 Module Title Tutors/ Contact Level Module 6 Writing and Presenting a Business Plan Colin Salter One Credits 20 Duration Pre-requisite Modules 7 8 weeks Modules 1 5 of the Certificate in Enterprise Aims The aim is to enable the student to create and present a viable business plan based on their business idea, which would satisfy requirements for a business loan. This module is the culmination of all the work undertaken by the students in Modules 1 5. Students will learn how to apply what they have learned during the course to the development of a business plan. They will deliver the plan in written format and orally in the form of a seminar presentation to an audience of students and a tutor. Summary of Content Module 6 is divided into two sections: 1. An Example Business Plan. 2. Presentation Skills (including an Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint). Teaching and Learning Strategy The Module will be delivered through a combination of an independent distance learning package, face-to-face teaching and tutorials. Students will be given distance-learning packs at the beginning of the Module which they can work through independently. The learning materials from the packs will also be used as a basis for the workshops, when students will be able to ask questions about the learning materials and assignments. Assessment Scheme The assignment for Module 6 will involve the development of a business plan based on the student s business idea, which must be presented in the form of a document and as an oral presentation on the seminar day. Students must also hand in their completed research portfolio for all six modules which will be taken into consideration by the tutor(s) and form part of the marks for the assignment. The assignment will account for the total marks allocated to this module, equivalent to 20 credits. Student Work Load Hours Guided Study 30 Private Study 100 Tutorial 2 Face to face teaching 18 TOTAL 150
Reading List An indicative reading list for the course is provided in Section 16. A list for each module will be provided in the relevant learning pack. 18. List of tutors Colin Salter, MBA BA (Hons.) PGCE Other tutors are yet to be decided.