Study information

Programme Specification for the 2020/1 academic year

BSc (Hons) Business Economics

1. Programme Details

Programme nameBSc (Hons) Business Economics Programme codeUFS3SBESBE02
Study mode(s)Full Time
 Academic year2020/1
Campus(es)Streatham (Exeter)
 NQF Level of the Final Award6 (Honours)

2. Description of the Programme

The objective of BSc Business Economics is to provide you with a theoretical and practical understanding of the economic decisions faced by business and its managers, as well as the ability to analyse the economic and social environment in which these decisions are taken. The programme combines the development of key skills in economics, accounting and management with the application of these skills to the solution of many interacting problems that face business managers. It is a very flexible degree programme that will appeal if you are aiming for a career in business. This programme is recommended if you wish to study economics but don’t want a high mathematical content in your degree programme.

3. Educational Aims of the Programme

1. To provide an education intended to give students competence in economics, statistics and econometrics.
2. To equip students with a knowledge of economic and accounting principles.
3. To provide students with a conceptual framework which can be employed by them to make and analyse economic and financial decisions.
4. To provide core competence in economics, business and accounting along with appropriate quantitative skills to develop analytical skills necessary to evaluate decision-making in a business -orientated environment.
5. To inform the education by research and contemporary events.
6. To develop this education in a supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence in the theory and application of economics to business-related issues.

4. Programme Structure

Your Business Economics programme is a three year programme of study at National Qualification Framework (NQF) level 6 (as confirmed against the FHEQ). This programme is divided into three ‘Stages’. This programme can also be taken as a four year variant as either a with “European Study”, “International Study” or “Industrial Placement” programme. Each Stage is normally equivalent to an academic year. The programme is also divided into units of study called ‘modules’ which are assigned a number of ‘credits’. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.  

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.

http://business-school.exeter.ac.uk/programmes/undergraduate/economics/ba_e/programmestructure/

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. Details of the modules currently offered may be obtained from the College web site

Available optional modules for Business School programmes can be viewed via our Build a Degree application

http://business-school.exeter.ac.uk/programmes/undergraduate/economics/ba_be/

You may take Option Modules as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module. Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the College web site.

You may take Elective Modules up to 30 credits outside of the programme in all stages of the programme as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module.

Stage 1

Compulsory Modules

A) This module is only compulsory for students who do not have A level Maths or equivalent.

B) If students have taken A-Level Maths they can take BEE1036 Economics I AND BEE1037 Economics II instead of BEE1029 and these modules will be non-condonable.

C) Students may replace BEM1023 (30-credit module) with BEA1005 Management Practice and Concepts (15-credit module) and an additional 15-credit module of their choice.

CodeModule Credits Non-condonable?
BEE1035 Basic Quantitative Methods See note A15No
BEE1025 Statistics for Business and Management 15No
BEM1023 Discovering Management See note C30No
BEE1029 Economic Principles See note B30Yes

Optional Modules

  • 30 or 45 credits of optional modules (depending on note A above)

Stage 2

Compulsory Modules

D) This is a compulsory second year module. However students who have taken optional modules BEE1036 Economics I and BEE1037 Economics II in their first year must do BEE2025 Microeconomics II and BEE2026 Macroeconomics II instead. (In this instance it may be possible to take BEE2038 and BEE2039 with permission from the Programme Director).

CodeModule Credits Non-condonable?
BEE2038 Intermediate Microeconomics See note D15Yes
BEE2039 Intermediate Macroeconomics See note D15Yes

Optional Modules

  • 60 or 90 credits of optional modules (depending on note C above)

Stage 3

Optional Modules

120 credits of optional modules, 30 out of this 120 credits should be Economics modules (not to include BUS3001 if you decide to take this module).

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:

1. A knowledge of basic principles of economics, at both the micro and macro level
2. A knowledge of basic principles of accountancy and management
3. An appreciation of how economic concepts can be used to understand the environment in which business operates.
4. An ability to apply economic concepts and models to solve economic and business-related problems including applying skills such as analytical ability (eg deduction), the appropriate degree of abstraction and effective communication of ideas.
5. An ability to understand and apply basic skills in accountancy and management concepts.

  1. This ILO is addressed by BEE1029.

  2. This ILO is addressed by BEM1023 (or BEA1005)

  3. This ILO is addressed through the modules BEE2038 and BEE2039.

  4. This ILO is addressed through the modules BEE1029, BEE2038, and BEE2039. Application of these theories to economic problems are also tested in other optional economic modules taken throughout the programme.BEM11023 (or BEA1005) will provide students with the basic grounding in accountancy and management. Application of this knowledge will be tested in both these modules and optional accounting and management modules taken throughout the programme 

  1. BEE1029 is assessed through a midterm, group work, written examinations at the end of each term as well as online exercises throughout the module. 

  1. BEM1023 is assessed through a group report, including both a written report and presentation elements.  

  1. BEE2038 and BEE2039will be assessed through group work, online exercises as well as written examinations at the end of each term.   

  1. The assessment of this ILO is the same as those for 1 and 3. The assessment of economic applications will vary according to optional module choices made. 

  1. The assessment of this ILO is the same as number 2.  The assessment of management and accounting applications will vary based on optional module choices made.

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:

6. The ability to acquire and use data from a range of sources, both verbal and numerical.
7. The ability to evaluate evidence critically and synthesise a range of information.
8. The ability to describe, evaluate and apply a variety of appropriate approaches to, and techniques of, analysing and presenting information.

ILOs 6-8 will be delivered through the module BEE1025. BEE1025 and BEE1029. Both modules provide  students with hands-on practice with Excel and Minitab software with a variety of data types and statistical models.

The assessment of BEE1025 is through both a written examinations and online homework tasks. 

BEE1029 is assessed through a midterm, group work, written examinations at the end of each term, as well as online exercises throughout the module.

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:

9. A global outlook: Our graduates are engaged and prepared for the demands of global business and society.
10. A critical thinker: Our graduates have a commercial awareness that enables them to critically analyse, conceptualise and evaluate the challenges facing business.
11. A collaborative mind-set: Our graduates are enterprising and motivated individuals who are able to actively collaborate and effectively communicate within a range of diverse settings.
12. An ethical ethos: Our graduates understand the social, financial and environmental factors that can impact on corporate sustainability and are able to make decisions openly and responsibly.
13. Technological and digital literacy: Our graduates are able to use technologies to source, process and communicate information.

9. BEM1023 Discovering Management asks students to work on case studies, including one on globalisation. 

10. BEM1023Discovering Management expects students to be able to develop and justify arguments, evidence critical thinking, and contrast and evaluate different assumptions and perspectives within a business environment. 

BEE1029 Economic Principles prepares students with a basic understanding of economics, and apply this understanding to real world problems and understand the world around them and better understand politicians and the decisions they make. 

BEE2039 Intermediate Macroeconomics asks students to critically evaluate macroeconomic policies; after completing the module, students are able to apply economic reasoning to the analysis of economic questions and policy. 

11.  BEM1023 requires students to work together to create a report and presentation, and to facilitate a group-led discussion. BEE1029 and BEE2039 require students to work together on an Excel-based written report and to facilitate group-led discussions. 

12. BEM1023 instructs students in ethical decision making and its effect on contemporary business. 

13. BEE1025 Statistics for Business and Management and BEE1029 ask students to use statistical software to summarise and analyse data. In most modules taken through the programme, a number of other digital technologies are utilised.     

 10. BEM1023 – presentation and report (ILOs 2 and 5), Examination (ILOs 2 and 5) 

BEE1029 – Examination 1 and 2 , midterm 1 and 2, group written report, and online exercises (ILOs1, 3, 4 and 8 ) 

BEE2038– Examination and group written report(ILOs 4 and 8) 

BEE2039 – Examination, midterm, group written report and online exercises (ILOs 4 and 8) 

 

11.BEE1029 – group work written report 

BEE2038 – group work written report 

BEE2039 – group written report 

 

12.   BEM1023 – Group report and presentation (ILOs2, 4 and 5) Examination (ILOs 2 and 5) 

13.   BEE1025–Examination, midterm, and online homework tasks  (ILOs 1-4,5, 8) 

BEE1029 – Excel-based groupwork report 

 

7. Programme Regulations

UG Programmes: Assessment at stage one does not contribute to the summative classification of the award. The award will normally be based on the degree mark formed from the credit weighted average marks for stages 2 and 3 combined in the ratio 1:2 respectively. 

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

Personal and Academic tutoring: It is University policy that all Colleges should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you on individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.

Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.

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

Certain programmes are 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 draw on a range of data to review the quality of educational provision. The College documents the performance in each of its taught programmes, against a range of criteria on an annual basis through the Annual Programme Monitoring cycle:

  • Admissions, progression and completion data
  • In Year Analysis data
  • Previous monitoring report
  • Monitoring of core (and optional) modules
  • External examiner's reports and University and College responses (reported to SSLC)
  • Any Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body/accrediting body or other external reports
  • Consultation with employers and former students
  • Staff evaluation
  • Student evaluation
  • Programme aims

Subject areas are reviewed every four years through a periodic subject review scheme that includes external contributions. (http://admin.exeter.ac.uk/academic/tls/tqa/Part%209/9JREVISEDPSRSCHEME.pdf)

14. Awarding Institution

University of Exeter

15. Lead College / Teaching Institution

University of Exeter Business School (UEBS)

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

BSc (Hons) Business Economics

19. UCAS Code

L112

20. NQF Level of Final Award

6 (Honours)

21. Credit

CATS credits

360

 ECTS credits

180

22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group

[Honours] Economics
[Honours] General business and management

23. Dates

Origin Date

01/12/2011

 Date of last revision

15/10/2020