| University of Sunderland - BA (Hons) Business Management |
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Course DescriptionThe BA (Hons) Business Management will provide you with the necessary expertise to critically evaluate business models and concepts and apply them to real-world situations. Upon completion of this course you will be able to apply your skills to a wide-range of organisations, both commercial and not-for-profit.The University of Sunderland BA (Hons) Business Management (Final Year Top-up) can be studied as a stand-alone programme for those who already have an HND in Business, or can form part of a three-year degree programme when combined with the Edecxel HND Business (Management). On successful completion, you will be awarded the University of Sunderland BA (Hons) Business Management. Awarding BodyUniversity of SunderlandModeText-based distance learning. Tutor supported.Course Content (Modules)Comprises six modules:1. Managing ProjectsThis module will enable you to understand the processes of project planning, financing and implementation using a variety of techniques covering:Effective project definition Activity and time planning Cost and quality evaluations Risk management Management and leadership of project teams This module will introduce a good mix of operational skills and analysis of major strategic projects from around the world. This is an integrative module drawing down from a range of business functions and skills typical of the way businesses are increasingly being managed today. 2. Marketing StrategyThis module will enable you to appreciate how marketing strategies can contribute to the success of the business. You will consider the ‘mechanics’ of marketing strategy i.e. the models and concepts that are used in developing and implementing valid strategies. In exploring how marketing strategies are developed you will engage with contemporary marketing themes and issues such as relationship marketing, branding and e-marketing.3. Strategic Management of Human ResourcesThis module will consider the redefinition of personnel department’s role in achievingstrategic change through benchmarking, auditing and outsourcing. You will also review the key policy variables that make up a human resources strategy including: performance management, human resource development, employee relations, strategic recruitment and retention. This module will provide you with an introduction to important concepts of organisational development and learning. 4. Financial ManagementExplore aspects of internal resource management while examining the broaderfinancial context in which companies operate. Budgetary control, working capital management and investment appraisal will also be investigated. Your emphasis of this module will be on the analysis and interpretation of financial data to aid management decision-making rather than technical preparation of data. 5. Contemporary Developments in Business and ManagementYou will explore some of the key issues of enterprise including: innovation, effectivecorporate governance and social responsibility. You will then review the effective management of knowledge and intellectual capital of the organisation. This module also examines the contribution that small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) make to the economy in terms of innovation and knowledge creation. 6. Strategic ManagementDevelop your skills by creating strategic plans and communicating those plans to stakeholders. You will take an international case-based approach to tracking businesses through the cycle of growth from start-up to mature market.You will also investigate the link between core strategic competence and competitiveness and review emergent issues of corporate governance and change. AssessmentThe University of Sunderland BA Top-up is assessed by one written assignment after studying modules 1, 2, 4 and 6, and an examination after modules 3 and 5Duration of ProgrammeMinimum 12 months. However, this can be extended to a maximum of three years.Entry RequirementsA HND in a relevant subject. The BTEC HND Business & Management allows direct entry to this programme.What’s IncludedAll study materials, core textbooks and student handbooks are supplied. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you like by email. You will have access to a programme co-ordinator for administrative support. You will also have access to an online Virtual Campus.WorkloadWe recommend an average of 12 hours study time per week for this programme.ExemptionsFor this qualification, we may allow you to transfer credit for relevant study completed elsewhere. However, this only applies to stages 1 and 2. No exemptions are allowed from the final year top-up (stage 3). Exemptions are consideredon an individual basis when you submit an application form. Please note that we cannot consider work experience alone for exemptions. How to ApplyIn addition to a completed application form:• Copies of your relevant certificates and/or transcripts • One suitable reference. Please note we can only accept academic and/or professional work references. • Copy of your CV detailing your work history (covering the last five years) • Proof of English language ability (IELTS or TOEFL), if English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English. What You Could Study NextSuccessful completion of the programme mayallow you entry to: University of Leicester MBA University of Sunderland MBA University of Wales MBA ILM Level 7 Professional Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Executive Management Student Testimonial“I find my learning experience through RDI to be extremely flexible. It simply fuses inwith my way of life, and does not interrupt my crazy days that mainly start at about 4:20am. It’s simply the answer for people that never want to give up their way of life for a few months studying. It gives you a bit of both really, I’ve come to call it the best of both worlds.” Wila Simpungwe, BA (Hons) Business Management FeesContact eie for more information.
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On successful completion, you will be awarded the University of Sunderland BA (Hons) Business Management. Awarding BodyUniversity of SunderlandModeText-based distance learning. Tutor supported.Course Content (Modules)Comprises six modules:1. Managing ProjectsThis module will enable you to understand the processes of project planning, financing and implementation using a variety of techniques covering:Effective project definition Activity and time planning Cost and quality evaluations Risk management Management and leadership of project teams This module will introduce a good mix of operational skills and analysis of major strategic projects from around the world. This is an integrative module drawing down from a range of business functions and skills typical of the way businesses are increasingly being managed today. 2. Marketing StrategyThis module will enable you to appreciate how marketing strategies can contribute to the success of the business. You will consider the ‘mechanics’ of marketing strategy i.e. the models and concepts that are used in developing and implementing valid strategies. In exploring how marketing strategies are developed you will engage with contemporary marketing themes and issues such as relationship marketing, branding and e-marketing.3. Strategic Management of Human ResourcesThis module will consider the redefinition of personnel department’s role in achievingstrategic change through benchmarking, auditing and outsourcing. You will also review the key policy variables that make up a human resources strategy including: performance management, human resource development, employee relations, strategic recruitment and retention. This module will provide you with an introduction to important concepts of organisational development and learning. 4. Financial ManagementExplore aspects of internal resource management while examining the broaderfinancial context in which companies operate. Budgetary control, working capital management and investment appraisal will also be investigated. Your emphasis of this module will be on the analysis and interpretation of financial data to aid management decision-making rather than technical preparation of data. 5. Contemporary Developments in Business and ManagementYou will explore some of the key issues of enterprise including: innovation, effectivecorporate governance and social responsibility. You will then review the effective management of knowledge and intellectual capital of the organisation. This module also examines the contribution that small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) make to the economy in terms of innovation and knowledge creation. 6. Strategic ManagementDevelop your skills by creating strategic plans and communicating those plans to stakeholders. You will take an international case-based approach to tracking businesses through the cycle of growth from start-up to mature market.You will also investigate the link between core strategic competence and competitiveness and review emergent issues of corporate governance and change. AssessmentThe University of Sunderland BA Top-up is assessed by one written assignment after studying modules 1, 2, 4 and 6, and an examination after modules 3 and 5Duration of ProgrammeMinimum 12 months. However, this can be extended to a maximum of three years.Entry RequirementsA HND in a relevant subject. The BTEC HND Business & Management allows direct entry to this programme.What’s IncludedAll study materials, core textbooks and student handbooks are supplied. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you like by email. You will have access to a programme co-ordinator for administrative support. You will also have access to an online Virtual Campus.WorkloadWe recommend an average of 12 hours study time per week for this programme.ExemptionsFor this qualification, we may allow you to transfer credit for relevant study completed elsewhere. However, this only applies to stages 1 and 2. No exemptions are allowed from the final year top-up (stage 3). Exemptions are consideredon an individual basis when you submit an application form. Please note that we cannot consider work experience alone for exemptions. How to ApplyIn addition to a completed application form:• Copies of your relevant certificates and/or transcripts • One suitable reference. Please note we can only accept academic and/or professional work references. • Copy of your CV detailing your work history (covering the last five years) • Proof of English language ability (IELTS or TOEFL), if English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English. What You Could Study NextSuccessful completion of the programme mayallow you entry to: University of Leicester MBA University of Sunderland MBA University of Wales MBA ILM Level 7 Professional Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Executive Management Student Testimonial“I find my learning experience through RDI to be extremely flexible. It simply fuses inwith my way of life, and does not interrupt my crazy days that mainly start at about 4:20am. It’s simply the answer for people that never want to give up their way of life for a few months studying. It gives you a bit of both really, I’ve come to call it the best of both worlds.” Wila Simpungwe, BA (Hons) Business Management FeesContact eie for more information. |
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