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Session: 2022/23

Last modified: 27/04/2021 15:53:29

Title of Module: Management Dissertation

Code: BUSN10064	SCQF Level: 10 (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework)	Credit Points: 30	ECTS: 15 (European Credit Transfer Scheme)
School:	School of Business & Creative Industries
Module Co-ordinator:	Alan Murray

Summary of Module
The Honours Dissertation module comprises a supervised independent research study on a topic relevant to their BA Management degree title. This research dissertation provides students with the opportunity to develop and enhance a range of skills such as independent research using both qualitative and quantitative methods, critical evaluation and review and the ability to write an extended piece of work. Once completed, the research adds to the extant global body of knowledge on the topic. In level 9 the Research Sklills for Managers module introduces students to the development and preparation of a project proposal that will form the basis of the dissertation. Students will utilise qualitative and/or quantitative methods and analysis as appropriate to their choice of topic. Students will discuss with potential supervisors the validity of their project ideas and present a project proposal which must be empirical in nature and related to the management discipline. Ethical approval is required prior to the start of the study in line with Business School and University protocols. Guidance is given through a series of workshops, seminars and individual tutorials with an academic supervisor.

Summary of Module

The Honours Dissertation module comprises a supervised independent research study on a topic relevant to their BA Management degree title. This research dissertation provides students with the opportunity to develop and enhance a range of skills such as independent research using both qualitative and quantitative methods, critical evaluation and review and the ability to write an extended piece of work. Once completed, the research adds to the extant global body of knowledge on the topic. In level 9 the Research Sklills for Managers module introduces students to the development and preparation of a project proposal that will form the basis of the dissertation. Students will utilise qualitative and/or quantitative methods and analysis as appropriate to their choice of topic.

Students will discuss with potential supervisors the validity of their project ideas and present a project proposal which must be empirical in nature and related to the management discipline.

Ethical approval is required prior to the start of the study in line with Business School and University protocols.

Guidance is given through a series of workshops, seminars and individual tutorials with an academic supervisor.

Module Delivery Method
Face-To-Face	Blended	Fully Online	HybridC	HybridO	Work-based Learning

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:

Term(s) for Module Delivery
(Provided viable student numbers permit).
Term 1		Term 2		Term 3

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Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements)
On successful completion of this module the student will be able to: L1. Critically identify, define and conceptualise an appropriate topic relevant to management for research L2. Implement a defined research project in management, applying appropriate choices and methodologies L3. Communicate complex arguments in a management dissertation including a presentation of evidence based findings and recommendations L4. Exercise judgement to analyse appropriate theories, data sources and methodologies to reach evidence based conclusions on chosen dissertation topic L5. Exercise autonomy in devising, planning and undertaking a chosen research dissertation in management

Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements)

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

L1. Critically identify, define and conceptualise an appropriate topic relevant to management for research

L2. Implement a defined research project in management, applying appropriate choices and methodologies

L3. Communicate complex arguments in a management dissertation including a presentation of evidence based findings and recommendations

L4. Exercise judgement to analyse appropriate theories, data sources and methodologies to reach evidence based conclusions on chosen dissertation topic

L5. Exercise autonomy in devising, planning and undertaking a chosen research dissertation in management

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 10. Developing specialist knowledge and understanding of an area of research.
Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding	SCQF Level 10. Applying research skills to execute the aims and objectives of the research.
Generic Cognitive skills	SCQF Level 10. Researching, analysing, evaluating and problem-solving in relation to the chosen research project.
Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills	SCQF Level 10. Writing skills and ICT and numeracy skills dependant on the topic being researched
Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others	SCQF Level 10. Working independently on an extended project.

Pre-requisites:	Before undertaking this module the student should have undertaken the following:
	Module Code: BUSN09073	Module Title: Research Skills for Managers
	Other:
Co-requisites	Module Code:	Module Title:

* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.

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Learning and Teaching
All modules on the BA (Hons) Management programme will be delivered in a blended learning or fully online mode. Core content delivery will be made available via the virtual learning environment and will include online lectures, videos, podcasts, recommended reading and signposting to additional content and resources. In addition online activities will include discussion groups, live chat, contribution to collaborative documents and webinars. Face to face workshop sessions on campus will also be delivered to provide students with the opportunity to engage with their peers and university academic and support staff.
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)
Laboratory/Practical Demonstration/Workshop	12
Independent Study	388
	400 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: Bryman, A., and Bell, E. (2015) 'Business research methods'. 4th ed. Oxford University Press, USA. Saunders, M., Lewis, P., and Thornhill, A. (2016) 'Research methods for business students’. 7th ed. Pearson Education. Details of further resources, including textbooks, journals and online resources will be identified at the beginning of each delivery in the module handbook and made available via Moodle.
(*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)

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

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

Bryman, A., and Bell, E. (2015) 'Business research methods'. 4th ed. Oxford University Press, USA.

Saunders, M., Lewis, P., and Thornhill, A. (2016) 'Research methods for business students’. 7th ed. Pearson Education.

Details of further resources, including textbooks, journals and online resources will be identified at the beginning of each delivery in the module handbook and made available via Moodle.

(**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: Attending taught classes, engaging with online activities, collaborating on classwork and assessments, engaging in independent study.

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:
Attending taught classes, engaging with online activities, collaborating on classwork and assessments, engaging in independent study.

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Supplemental Information

Programme Board	Management, Organisations & People
Assessment Results (Pass/Fail)	No
Subject Panel	Management, Organisations & People
Moderator	TBC
External Examiner	G Cantafio
Accreditation Details
Version Number	1.01

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Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below)
A dissertation will account for 100% of the marks for this module.
(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)	Learning Outcome (4)	Learning Outcome (5)	Weighting (%) of Assessment Element	Timetabled Contact Hours
Dissertation/ Project report/ Thesis						100	0
Combined Total For All Components						100%	0 hours

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

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Note(s):

More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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
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)

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