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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 28/03/2022 16:07:37
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Title of Module: Organisational Strategy |
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Code: LNDN10007 |
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: | TBC
TBC |
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| Summary of Module |
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The purpose of this module is to develop student’s ability to understand and evaluate the relationship between strategic analysis, strategic choice and business performance in an international context. Students explore how external and internal factors influence strategic decisions, and evaluate how strategic choices contribute to an organisation's performance in an increasingly international and hypercompetitive environment.
Students will become aware of the trends and developments in the international economy that shape the business environment and thus the development of international strategies and operations. The module will enable students to analyse the business environment and suggest how organisations might manage the internationalisation process. This includes structure, processes, systems and culture needed to be successful. Students will develop knowledge of the strategic options open to organisations and this will include strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions. Students will be expected to be able to assess country attractiveness and evaluate options for international expansion, including market entry strategies.
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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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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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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:
L1.
To demonstrate an understanding of the strategic management process and why organisations develop international strategies.
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Critically examine the business environment and how it impacts on international strategic management.
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Apply strategic management concepts to contemporary business situations in a group case study.
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Present to a knowledgeable audience in a professional manner the findings of the case study. |
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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.
Demonstrate a broad and integrated knowledge of the main areas of international strategic management
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the theories and principles of international strategic management
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| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 10.
Use a range of skills and techniques as appropriate to the discipline.
Applying a range of techniques of enquiry and research.
Planning and executing the analysis and presentation of the findings of a case study
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| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 10.
Applying critical analysis and evaluation to some issues in international strategic management |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 10.
Communicating effectively and appropriately in speech and writing
Interpreting complex secondary materials
Making effective use of information retrieval systems and use information technology applications.
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| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 10.
Working effectively, together with others in groups or teams, taking a leadership role where appropriate.
Reflect on their personal leadership style, and their ability to contribute to the group processes.
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| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Co-requisites | Module Code:
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* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.
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| Learning and Teaching |
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| In line with UWS’ Curriculum Framework, providing a flexible and hybrid, student-centred and inclusive approach to learning and teaching, the module has been designed around the delivery of engaging, activity- and discussion-based workshops, nurtured by meaningful online content, including short videos, reading materials, quizzes, etc. This approach creates more flexibility for students, while also enhancing deeper learning through engagement with peers and teaching staff, both online and in the classroom. This is further supported by the assessment approach adopted, enabling students to develop both academic and employability-focused knowledge and skills within international business — all aligned to the overarching purpose and aims of the programme. |
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 Delivery | 36 |
| Independent Study | 164 |
| 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:
Johnson, G., Scholes, K and Whittington, R (2019), 11th ed, Exploring Strategy, Harlow, Prentice Hall.
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 VLE
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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 & Events |
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| Moderator | TBC |
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| External Examiner | tbc |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 1 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| Group Presentation (50%) |
| Essay (50%) |
(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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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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