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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 15/04/2021 12:11:25
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Title of Module: Strategic Business and Management Project |
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Code: BUSN10071 |
SCQF Level: 10
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 20 |
ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Business & Creative Industries |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | Shehzad
Ahmed |
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| Summary of Module |
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The dissertation is the culmination of the pre-masters programme and will draw on the students’ learning over the course of the programme. The dissertation is studied independently with the assistance of a supervisor and is a chance for you to academically pursue an area of interest in Business and Management and the degree you want to choose after your premaster. Dissertations can take a range of formats such as empirical research, an improvement project or a systematic review. The dissertation requires you to put into practice a range of skills developed over the course of the programme such as searching and critically reviewing national and international literature, applying theoretical frameworks, research design and ethics, data collection (qualitative, quantitative and mixed), data analysis, research writing and dissemination.
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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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.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
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Identify a suitable project, plan and negotiate within an appropriate context
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Demonstrate knowledge of relevant literature through structured argument
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Critically evaluate data from primary and/or secondary sources
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Present appropriate conclusions and recommendations (including an implementation plan where appropriate). |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| 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:
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| Learning and Teaching |
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Learners will be expected to work through a series of scheduled formative activities which will enable them to develop and produce draft outlines of key chapters which will ultimately contribute to the process of producing their dissertation to the required standard. Learners will be supported by a designated supervisor who will provide formative feedback and further guidance related to the formative tasks throughout the dissertation process; discussion, as a means of seeking out and/or facilitating peer support, will also form part of the overall approach to teaching and learning on this module.
The dissertation module is structured around key themes associated with:-
Choosing a Research Topic * Research Question and Aims * Conducting a Review of Literature * Data Collection * Data Analysis and Writing Findings and Conclusions *
Participants carry out the implementation of the research plan, revising the review of literature, analysing data, identifying findings, developing conclusions and recommendations. Finally, individuals will be expected to conclude the write-up of their study and to prepare the dissertation for submission.
Students will discuss with potential supervisors the validity of their project ideas and present a project proposal which must be business and management in nature.
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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 | 6 |
| Independent Study | 176 |
| Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity | 18 |
| 200
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Saunders, M.; Lewis, P. and Thornhill, A. (2016), Research Methods for Business Students, 6th edition, London: Pearson Education Limited.
Sekaran, U and Bogie, R. (2016), A Skill Building Approach, 7th edition, John Willey and Sons Ltd
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(**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)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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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 |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Marketing, Innovation, Tourism & Events |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Marketing, Innovation Tourism and Events |
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| Moderator | Lorraine Quinn |
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| External Examiner | TBC |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 1.01 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| This module comprises 100% continuous assessment. The module assessment is based solely on the submission of a 4000 words dissertation/project/thesis. |
(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.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
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.
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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.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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The Equality, Diversity and Human Rights policy underpins student engagement. We aim to make UWS a fair and equal place to study an institution which addresses specific issues covering all aspects of equality, diversity and human rights. Where required module assessment will be adapted to meet student requirements.
https://www.uws.ac.uk/about-uws/uws-commitments/equality-diversity/
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(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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