critically evaluate information

apply logic and reasoning

pursue independent enquiry

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between stages. A combination of teaching methods are used to enhance these skills. Students are encouraged to evaluate information and think independently throughout their course, in lectures, small group tutorials, and interactive learning sessions.

Methods of Assessment

A combination of assessment methods including assignments, presentations, class tests and examinations are used to evaluate cognitive skills. Students are awarded marks for their ability to demonstrate critical thinking and originality.

communicate ideas in both written and presentational forms

use ICT software effectively

work both independently and in groups

manage their own time and workloads effectively

engage with employers and practitioners

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their communication, IT, team working and employability skills

Methods of Assessment

Students are asked to prepare and deliver presentations, and structure and write assignments, which encourages them to improve their oral and written communication skills. These formats also give students experience of using a range of software, and allows them to advance their technical abilities. Some assessments are group based, which helps develop an awareness of how to work as a team, whilst others are individual based, which promotes time management skills.

appreciate the importance of internationalisation

engage with issues around ethics, responsibility and sustainability

understand and evaluate organisations and the external environment within which they operate, as well as their relationship with the natural environment

understand, apply and critique the principles and techniques of management

analyse and synthesise management information drawn from a range of sources

critically evaluate management data

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Knowledge and understanding of the core subject material is facilitated through a broad range of teaching and learning methods. These include: lectures, seminars, tutorials, guest speakers from industry and academia, case study analysis, group work, IT practicals and individual work. The international dimension to various issues are included in modules throughout the course, and concerns around ethics, responsibility and sustainability are embedded when discussing topics.

Methods of Assessment

Underpinning knowledge is tested in a variety of ways including: academic essays, literature reviews, problem solving, assessed tutorial work, team and individual presentations, report writing. Relevant discussion of the international and ethical aspects to any subject is also regarded as a positive.

understand and evaluate organisations and the external environment within which they operate, as well as their relationship with the natural environment

understand and evaluate the principles of management

analyse and synthesise key management information from a range of sources

demonstrate the application of a range of specific business analysis skills

critically evaluate and integrate knowledge of core management subjects

critically evaluate and integrate knowledge of a range of current and pervasive management issues

have demonstrated necessary competency in the required level of English Language skill.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching and learning methods vary depending on the module content. Some underpinning knowledge and careful exposition of very technical material takes place in lectures and in small tutorial settings. Interactive workshops, team based learning, individual independent study, students leading tutorial sessions are all used in an appropriate way.

Students study the English Language and Study Skills (ELSS) module in Stage 1 in order to develop their proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening in the English Language to the required level necessary to progress to Stage 2.

Students complete coursework and assessment to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening along with study skills in an academic context reflective of university expectations.

All Stage 1 academic modules are taught in small classes with specific instruction in the vocabulary and use of English appropriate to each academic module.

Methods of Assessment

Students will have an opportunity to acquire a range of subject specific skills which are assessed both formatively and summatively in modules. Broad subject knowledge can be assessed through class tests and MCQ tests. More in-depth analysis is assessed via assignments and essays. Team working is encouraged and developed through group assignments. Presentation skills are assessed both formatively and summatively within the programme. Feedback is designed to provide a positive and supportive student learning environment.

Writing: academic research essay; reading and writing exam

Reading: annotated bibliography; reading and writing exam

Speaking: seminar discussion (group); research presentation (individual)

Listening: academic lecture assessments; listening exam