Programme Specification for the 2021/2 academic year
BA Business Management
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | BA Business Management | Programme code | UFA1EXEEXE01 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study mode(s) | Full Time |
Academic year | 2021/2 |
| Campus(es) | Streatham (Exeter) |
NQF Level of the Final Award | 6 (Honours) |
2. Description of the Programme
ORDINARY DEGREE OF BA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Exeter University awards the Ordinary Degree in Business Management at Pass or Distinction level, with Distinction being granted the standing of high honours.
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
The Business Staff of Exeter Business School have agreed a set of Aims and Objectives which are generic and applicable across vocational boundaries. While many objectives are satisfied at HND level, some objectives are specific to the final degree year. All modules have additional specific curriculum based objectives but each module contributes to the achievement of the over-arching general objectives shown here.
Aim 1
To develop the students’ understanding of business and management.
Objectives of all courses.
The student will be able to:
- Analyse alternatives and make effective decisions
- Understand the effect of human behaviour on organisational success
- Appreciate the role of technology and its impact on business
- Know how to make realistic forecasts
- Understand the relevance of external factors
- Use appropriate statistical and diagrammatic techniques
Objectives of the Final Degree Year
- Help develop business strategies for success.
Aim 2
To provide specialised studies relevant to occupational pathways in which students intend to seek employment.
Objectives of HND specialist pathways (HRM, Marketing, Finance).
The student will be able to:
- Understand the language, theory and terminology of their chosen discipline
- Relate theoretical knowledge to practical activity
- Demonstrate skills specific to the vocational area
- Identify social and environmental issues relating to their chosen studies
Objectives of the Final Degree Year
- Understand professional roles and business practices relating to their chosen discipline.
Aim 3
To enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment.
Objectives of all courses.
The student will be able to:
- Select, collect and analyse relevant data
- Work with and relate to others in a professional context
- Work effectively as a member of a team
- Manage tasks and solve problems
Objective of the Final Degree Year
- Undertake appropriate professional responsibilities.
Aim 4
To encourage students to think with flexibility and acquire knowledge, skills and motivation as a basis for future studies and career development.
Objectives of all courses.
The student will be able to:
- Transfer skills gained to new and changing situations and contexts
- Undertake personal and career development
- Think analytically
Aim 5
To develop in students a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes that should contribute to a successful working life.
Objectives of all courses.
The student will be able to:
- Identify and evaluate information
- Treat others’ values, beliefs and opinions with respect
- Demonstrate communication and presentation skills
- Manage their own roles and responsibilities
Objective of the Final Degree Year
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
Aim 6
To encourage students of all situations and abilities to reach their full potential.
Objectives of all courses
The student will be able to:
- Be encouraged to identify and surmount any barrier to their learning process
- Benefit from pastoral care which takes account of their personal circumstances
- Be challenged to raise their level of achievement
- Receive specific and appropriate help.
Objectives of the Final Degree Year
- Make a successful transition from practical to academic studies.
4. Programme Structure
5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The full-time course is designed to cover one academic year (i.e. September – June) and consists of modules, two of which are compulsory, two to be chosen from a choice of Level Two options, and one to be chosen from a group of Level Three options.
The part-time course normally takes two academic years.
Compulsory Core Study Modules
1 Management Decisions
2 Contemporary Issues in Business
Option Modules - Level Two
Students will be asked to choose two options from the following modules at Level 2:
a Financial Management
b People Management
c Marketing Operations
Option Modules - Level Three
Students will be asked to choose one option from the following modules at Level 3:
International Marketing Strategy
Management Development
Management Project
Stage 1
Stage 3
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXE3101 | Management Decisions | 30 | No |
| EXE3102 | Contemporary Issues in Business | 30 | No |
Optional Modules
Students will be asked to choose two options from the following modules:
EXE2101, EXE2102, EXE2103
Students will be asked to choose one option from the following modules:
EXE3103, EXE3104, EXE3105.
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXE2101 | Financial Management | 20 | No |
| EXE2102 | People Management | 20 | No |
| EXE2103 | Marketing Operations | 20 | No |
| EXE3103 | International Marketing Strategy | 20 | No |
| EXE3104 | Management Development | 20 | No |
| EXE3105 | Management Project | 20 | No |
6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Intended Learning Outcomes
A: Specialised Subject Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
Intended Learning Outcomes
B: Academic Discipline Core Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
Intended Learning Outcomes
C: Personal/Transferable/Employment Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
7. Programme Regulations
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for all taught programmes can be found in the TQA Manual, specifically in the Credit and Qualifications Framework, and the Assessment, Progression and Awarding: Taught Programmes Handbook. Additional information, including Generic Marking Criteria, can be found in the Learning and Teaching Support Handbook.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
9. University Support for Students and Students' Learning
Please refer to the University Academic Policy and Standards guidelines regarding support for students and students' learning.
10. Admissions Criteria
Undergraduate applicants must satisfy the Undergraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Postgraduate applicants must satisfy the Postgraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Specific requirements required to enrol on this programme are available at the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Study Site webpages.
11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.
The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.
(http://as.exeter.ac.uk/support/admin/staff/qualityassuranceandmonitoring/tqamanual/fullcontents/)
12. Indicators of Quality and Standards
The programme is not subject to accreditation and/ or review by professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs).
13. Methods for Evaluating and Improving Quality and Standards
The University and its constituent Colleges review the quality and standard of teaching and learning in all taught programmes against a range of criteria through the procedures outlined in the Teaching Quality Assurance (TQA) Manual Quality Review Framework.
14. Awarding Institution
University of Exeter
15. Lead College / Teaching Institution
Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy (ESE)
16. Partner College / Institution
Partner College(s)
Not applicable to this programme
Partner Institution
Not applicable to this programme.
17. Programme Accredited / Validated by
0
18. Final Award
BA Business Management
19. UCAS Code
N202
20. NQF Level of Final Award
6 (Honours)
21. Credit
| CATS credits | ECTS credits |
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22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
23. Dates
| Origin Date | 01/08/2012 |
Date of last revision | 06/01/2021 |
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