Staff Login
Study at UWS
Current students
Schools
Research
International
Alumni
About UWS
Contacts
Page Navigation

Module Descriptors

This page displays the selected Module Descriptor.

Printer friendly version Printer friendly version

Session: 2022/23

Last modified: 04/03/2022 10:06:48

Title of Module: Managing Business Risks

Code: CEWM09005 SCQF Level: 9
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework)		 Credit Points: 20 ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme)
School:School of Health and Life Sciences
Module Co-ordinator:Jan  Miller

Summary of Module

This is an attendance based continually assessed module.

The module identifies the need for risk management within an organisation, particularly those areas necessary for the organisation to demonstrate how it manages risk, the criteria and methodologies for effective risk management, the hierarchy of controls and the contribution of proactive strategies to achieve this. The module covers employee behaviour, risk control, the transfer of risk, the role of insurance, risk trends and emerging liabilities.

Compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA) makes good business sense. The description of the relationship between the recommendations arising from the Robens Report 1972 and the structure of the HASAWA is applied with respect to self regulation and the role of the enforcing authorities. Examining the concept of goal-setting legislation in terms of advantages and limitations and considering the effectiveness of the HASAWA in the modern world of work are included.

Civil liability is also included and will incorporate, in detail, modern case law relevant to contributory negligence and vicarious liability. Using a case study of a major incident(s), students will determine, with the use of accident investigation techniques, the root causes of the incident and compare this with the official investigation (HSE) and report.

Undertaking this module will help to develop a range of 'I am UWS' Graduate Attributes.

Universal – development of critical thinking, ethically and research minded.

Work Ready – an effective problem solver, communicator and ambitious.

Successful – by being autonomous, resilient and driven.


Module Delivery Method
Face-To-FaceBlendedFully OnlineHybridCHybridOWork-based Learning
check mark

Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.

Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations

Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.

HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus

HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus

Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.


Campus(es) for Module Delivery
The module will normally be offered on the following campuses / or by Distance/Online Learning: (Provided viable student numbers permit)
Paisley:Ayr:Dumfries:Lanarkshire:London:Distance/Online Learning:Other:

 

 

 

check mark

 

 

 

Term(s) for Module Delivery
(Provided viable student numbers permit).
Term 1check markTerm 2

 

Term 3

 

[Top of Page]


Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements)

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:

L1. Illustrate a critical understanding of risk management within a business environment

L2. Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of workplace investigations and reporting

L3. Display a knowledge and understanding of project management techniques

Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills
SCQF Headings During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve core skills in:
Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) SCQF Level 9.

A broad and integrated knowledge and understanding of risk management within the business environment

Detailed knowledge of process planning and costing

Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding SCQF Level 9.

Use a selection of skills and techniques in accident investigation

Generic Cognitive skills SCQF Level 9.

Identify and analyse routine professional problems and issues in relation to business continuity planning

Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills SCQF Level 9.

Develop presentation skills Be able to provide formal technical oral and written presentations, using IT as required

Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others SCQF Level 9.

Work in support of current professional practice under guidance

Work as part of a group to analyse information and manage the outcome

Pre-requisites: Before undertaking this module the student should have undertaken the following:
Module Code:
Module Title:
Other:Before undertaking this module the student should have successfully completed all requirements for SCQF levels 7 and 8 in occupational safety and health or have appropriate knowledge, understanding and experience within safety and health and in line with Regulation 7.3.
Co-requisitesModule Code:
Module Title:

* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.

[Top of Page]


Learning and Teaching
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below: 		Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities)
Lecture/Core Content Delivery18
Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity18
Independent Study164
200 Hours Total

**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet access)

The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content and ultimately for the learning outcomes:

Virtual Learning Environment: Timetables, lecture summaries, seminar, assignments, staff contact information and other information associated with the running of the Module.

Hopkins P; Fundamentals of Risk Management: Understanding, Evaluating and Implementing Effective Risk Management, 5th Edition, 2018

“Safety at Work”, Eighth Edition, J Channing, 2014 ISBN 978 0 415 65696 2*

Burke R; Project Management Planning and Control Techniques; John Wiley & Sons; 5th Edition, 2013

Useful web sites

www.theirm.org

www.lawscot.org.uk

www.hse.gov.uk

Referencing: Pears, R. and Shields, G. (2019) Cite them right: the essential referencing guide. 11th rev. edn. London: Red Globe Press. Print and electronic copies are available from UWS Library.

(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications, students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date material)

Engagement Requirements

In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure

Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
Attendance at synchronous sessions (lectures, workshops, and tutorials), completion of asynchronous activities, and submission of assessments to meet the learning outcomes of the module.

[Top of Page]


Supplemental Information

Programme BoardBiological Sciences and Health
Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) No
Subject PanelBiology L7-11
ModeratorRuth Horan
External ExaminerS Boyd
Accreditation DetailsThis module is accredited by Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) if taken as part of the BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety and Health programme.
Version Number

2.12

[Top of Page]


Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below)
One assignment worth 30% of the overall mark. This assignment will be a report based on business continuity planning.
One assignment worth 30% of the overall mark. This assignment will be based on project management and critical path management.
One assignment worth 40% of the overall mark. This assignment will focus on responsibilities for managing risks within business.
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module (one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be provided within the Student Handbook.)

Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)

Component 1
Assessment Type (Footnote B.) Learning Outcome (1) Learning Outcome (2) Learning Outcome (3) Weighting (%) of Assessment ElementTimetabled Contact Hours
Essaycheck mark  300

Component 2
Assessment Type (Footnote B.) Learning Outcome (1) Learning Outcome (2) Learning Outcome (3) Weighting (%) of Assessment ElementTimetabled Contact Hours
Essay  check mark300

Component 3
Assessment Type (Footnote B.) Learning Outcome (1) Learning Outcome (2) Learning Outcome (3) Weighting (%) of Assessment ElementTimetabled Contact Hours
Essaycheck markcheck mark 400
Combined Total For All Components100% 0 hours

Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above

[Top of Page]

Note(s):
  1. More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
  2. Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
    This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.

Equality and Diversity
In line with current legislation (Equality Act, 2010) and the UWS Equality, Diversity, and Human Rights Code, our modules are accessible and inclusive, with reasonable adjustment for different needs where appropriate. Module materials comply with University guidance on inclusive learning and teaching, and specialist assistive equipment, support provision and adjustment to assessment practice will be made in accordance with UWS policy and regulations. Where modules require practical and/or laboratory based learning or assessment required to meet accrediting body requirements the University will make reasonable adjustment such as adjustable height benches or assistance of a ‘buddy’ or helper.
Please refer to the UWS Equality and Diversity Policy at the following link:
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy
(N.B. Every effort will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues brought to the attention of the School)

2014 University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland is a Registered Scottish Charity.

Charity number SC002520.

Copyright & Privacy | FOI | Accessibility