Business Module choices 2017/18. ECTS Module Choice Booklet

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1 Business Module choices 2017/18 ECTS Module Choice Booklet 1

2 CONTENTS WELCOME... 3 HOW TO USE THIS BOOKLET... 3 SEMESTER DATES... 4 MODULE LIST... 5 MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Accounting & Finance modules Economics modules Entrepreneurship modules Human Resource & Leadership modules Maritime Business modules Marketing modules Strategy and Operations modules USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION

3 WELCOME Dear Student, Firstly, may we thank you for your interest in studying at Plymouth University. This book contains the modules that we offer to International/Exchange Students who intend to study with us during the academic year 2017/18. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that all of these modules will run due to timetabling and resource constraints, but we trust that nevertheless you will be able to select an enjoyable and satisfying programme. May we take this opportunity to wish you every success with your studies and express the hope that you will find your stay in Plymouth a happy and fruitful one. Best wishes, Plymouth Global HOW TO USE THIS BOOKLET This booklet contains the modules that are available to incoming exchange students. You are able to choose any module in the booklet (considering module description and any possible pre-requisites), however, you should be clear that your home institution is happy with the modules that you have chosen. This is your responsibility and we will not be liable if your home institution does not accept the modules that you have chosen as valid for your programme of study. To be accepted on modules with pre-requisites you will need to submit ALL previous transcripts with your application to show evidence that you have met the requirements. The work involved becomes more specialised with higher level modules. Level 4/Stage 1 modules are often introductory and are best suited to students without a background in the topic. Level 5/Stage 2 modules deal with the subject in much greater detail and should be most appropriate for students in the second or third year of their higher education. Level 6/Stage 3 modules usually require extensive previous knowledge of the topic as a prerequisite. You will have an opportunity to discuss your choices with appropriate Module Leaders during the first week. Please note that Immersive/Plymouth Plus modules are running only during the first four weeks in the Semester with intensive schedule and immediate assessment. For this reason, if you will be interested in any of these modules, you will have to combine them with modules starting afterwards (most probably modules in the same stage). Please note that due to timetabling constraints your modules will not be finalised until you arrive in Plymouth and have access to your Timetable. It is therefore very important that you have agreed on back-up modules with your home institution before your arrival. Please refer to the content on page 5 for a full list of the modules available. The module descriptions, including learning outcomes, pre-requisites and assessment information can be found on following pages. Please note the following: 20 PU credits is equivalent to 10 ECTS credits 10 PU credits is equivalent to 5 ECTS credits Students may choose up to 60 credits (30 ECTS) per semester or 120 credits (60 ECTS) per academic year. If you require any further information or assistance please contact FoBexchange@plymouth.ac.uk 3

4 SEMESTER DATES International Exchange Programme Academic year 2017/18 We strongly advise you to arrive in Plymouth for the International Orientation commencing 11 th September Semester 1 International Orientation Week 11 September 2017 Faculty Induction Week 18 September 2017 Start 25 September 2017 Christmas Vacation 18 Dec Jan 2018 Formal Examination Weeks 15 Jan Jan 2018 End 26 January 2018 Semester 2 International Orientation and Induction 25 Jan Jan 2018 Start 29 Jan 2018 Easter Vacation 02 April April 2018 Formal Examination Weeks 21 May June 2018 End 01 June

5 MODULE LIST Module Code Module Title Semester Credits Module Leader ACF / Accounting & Finance Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules ACF1002PP Understanding Financial Markets - Immersive module/plymouth Plus Sem 2 - Im 20 Simon Ashby ACF103 Business Accounting Sem 1 20 Rumbi Mukonoweshuro ACF104 The Accounting Professional Sem 1 20 Fiona Dalton ACF106 Financial Accounting Sem 1 20 Kevin Burrows ACF107 Fundamentals of Finance & Investment Sem 1 20 Tasawar Nawaz Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules ACF201 Financial Institutions & Markets Sem 1 20 Basel Awartani ACF202 Taxation Sem 1 20 Sally Antrobus ACF203B Corporate Governance Sem 2 20 Alison Miles ACF205 Management Accounting Sem 2 20 John Boston Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules ACF302 Investment Management Sem 1 20 Graham Buckingham ACF305 Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting Sem 2 20 Fiona Dalton ACF306 Business Research Sem 2 20 Moji Olugbode ACF307 Work Based Learning Sem 2 20 Rumbi Mukonoweshuro ACF308 Risk Management in International Banking, Insurance & Finance Sem 2 20 Simon Ashby ACF309 Auditing Sem 2 20 Sally Antrobus ACF310 Financial Modelling Sem 2 20 Peijie Wang ACF311 Credit Management: Theory & Practice Sem 2 20 Salima Paul ACF312B Financial Management Sem 2 20 Nader Virk ACF315 International Financial Management Sem 1 20 Sue Farrar 5

6 ECN / Economics Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules ECN1001PP Introduction to Business & Financial Economics - Immersive module/plymouth Plus Sem 2 - Im 20 Andrew Hunt ECN1005 Contemporary Economics Sem 1 20 Sarah-Jane Keast ECN1008 Economics in Action Sem 2 20 Steven Brand ECN1009A Economics for Business A Sem 1 20 Rania Naguib ECN1009B Economics for Business B Sem 2 20 Rania Naguib ECN1011 Principles of Economics A Sem 1 20 Mike Felgenhauer ECN1012 Principles of Economics B Sem 2 20 Andrew Hunt Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules ECN2005 Econometrics Sem 1 20 Steven Brand ECN2006 Microeconomics Sem 1 20 Rania Naguib ECN2008A Contemporary Business Economics Sem 1 20 Panagiotis Tziogkidis ECN2008B Contemporary Business Economics Sem 2 20 Panagiotis Tziogkidis ECN2009 Economics Perspectives Sem 2 20 Andrew Hunt ECN2011 Financial Economics Sem 2 20 Fangya Xu ECN2012 Macroeconomics Sem 2 20 Fangya Xu ECN2013 Economics of Public Policy Sem 2 20 Alexander Haupt Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules ECN3013A International Trade & International Finance Sem 1 20 Fangya Xu ECN3013B International Trade & International Finance Sem 2 20 Fangya Xu ECN3015 Practical Economic Modelling Sem 1 20 Steven Brand ECN3016 Environmental & Resource Economics Sem 1 20 Alexander Haupt ECN3017 International Economics Sem 1 20 Fangya Xu ECN3018 Economic Growth & Development Sem 2 20 Alberto Basso ECN3019 Games & Strategy Sem 2 20 Paul Bishop ECN3022 Topics in Economics Sem 2 20 Paul Bishop ECN3023 Markets & Industries Sem 1 20 Panagiotis Tziogkidis 6

7 ENT / Entrepreneurship Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules ENT1000PP Entrepreneurial Thought and Action - Immersive module/plymouth Plus Sem 2 - Im 20 Emily Beaumont ENT100 Introduction to Enterprise Sem 1 20 Emily Beaumont Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules ENT200 Enterprise & Innovation Sem 2 20 Sarah Preedy ENT207 Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Sem 2 20 Andreas Walmsley Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules ENT300 Enterprise Creation Sem 1 20 Andreas Walmsley ENT301 Enterprise Portfolio Sem 1 20 Emily Beaumont HRL / Human Resource & Leadership Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules HRL100 Organisational Behaviour Sem 1 20 Christine Parkin Hughes HRL101 Digital Skills & Communication for Business Sem 2 20 Paul Harrington Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules HRL200 People Management Sem 1 20 Sue Kinsey HRL201 Professional Development Planning Sem 1 20 Ian Deamer HRL203 Project Management Sem 2 20 Margaret Greenwood Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules HRL300 Organisational Leadership Sem 1 20 Smita Tripathi HRL301 Managing Change Sem 1 20 Margaret Greenwood HRL305 Human Resource Management Sem 1 20 Jasmine Kelland HRL306 Leadership Practice Sem 1 20 Donna Ladkin HRL308 Gender at Work Sem 2 20 Virginia Fisher HRL310 Equality & Diversity in the Workplace Sem 2 20 Margaret Prior HRL311 Sustainable Business through Project Management Sem 1 20 Margaret Greenwood HRL313 International HRM Sem 1 20 Rossana Gutilla 7

8 MAR / Maritime Business Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules MAR104 Introducing Maritime Business, Maritime Law & Logistics Sem 1 20 Sarah Tuck MAR105 International Trade & Commercial Law Sem 1 20 Lise Hunter MAR106 Principles of Logistics & Freight Transport Sem 2 20 Chukwuneke Okorie MAR108 Shipping Fundamentals Sem 2 20 David Atkins MAR1000PP Sea Power & Maritime Trading Empires Sem 2 20 David Atkins Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules MAR207 Maritime Geography & Economics Sem 1 20 Lijun Tang MAR209 Financial Accounting & Managerial Decision Making Sem 2 20 Lise Hunter MAR210 Maritime Management & Markets Sem 2 20 Jonathan Challacombe MAR211 Maritime Commercial Practice, Law & Regulation Sem 1 20 Sarah Tuck MAR212 Maritime Operations Sem 1 20 Sarah Tuck Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules MAR321 Carriage of Goods by Sea Sem 1 20 Gotthard Gauci MAR322 Research Skills for International Business Sem 1 20 John Dinwoodie MAR323 International Logistics Management Sem 2 20 Saeyeon Roh MAR324 International Shipping Sem 2 20 Jingjing Xu MAR325 International Supply Chain Management Sem 1 20 Shunmungham Pandian MAR326 Ports & Intermodalism Sem 1 20 Lijun Tang MAR327 Strategic Management & Governance Sem 1 20 Jonathan Challacombe MAR328 Project Dissertation Sem 2 20 Sarah Tuck MAR329 Marine Insurance and Admiralty Law Sem 2 20 Gotthard Gauci 8

9 MKT / Marketing Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules MKT107 Behavioural Insights for Non-profit Marketers Sem 2 20 Jen Shang Sargeant MKT108 Essentials of Marketing Sem 2 20 Mihaela Bishop MKT109 Marketing in Action Sem 1 20 Victoria Hurth Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules MKT207 Buyer Behaviour & Relationships Sem 1 20 Hanne Kroger-Knight MKT208 Marketing Research Sem 1 20 Ben Siu MKT209 MKT210 New Product development & Marketing Planning Advertising, Brand Management & Marketing Communications Sem 2 20 Mihaela Bishop Sem 1 20 Dr John White MKT211 Digital Marketing Sem 2 20 Hanne Kroger-Knight MKT214 Marketing Fundamentals Sem 2 20 Jane Hudson Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules MKT310 International Marketing Sem 1 20 Carmen Lopez MKT314 Charity Fundraising Management Sem 2 20 Claire Routley MKT315 Marketing Management Sem 1 20 Hugh Conway MKT316 Public Relations in the Digital Era Sem 2 20 Sofia Daskou MKT317 Strategic Marketing Management Sem 2 20 Andrew Morton MKT318 Fundraising & Non-profit Marketing Ethics Sem 1 20 Adrian Sargeant 9

10 STO / Strategy & Operations Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules STO100 World Enterprise Sem 1 - Im 20 Ian Deamer STO101 Information for Business Decisions Sem 2 20 Yi Wang Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules STO200 Introduction to Operations Management Sem 1 20 Stephen Childe STO202 Management Decision Making Sem 2 20 Yi Wang STO204 Business Ethics Sem 2 20 Jonathan Lean STO205 An Introduction to International Business Sem 2 20 Atul Mishra STO207 STO209 Operations Management & Supply Chain Challenges International Logistics & Supply Chain Operations Sem 1 20 Alison Ashby Sem 1 20 Irina Neaga Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules STO300 Global Enterprise Sem 1 20 Mohamed Haddoud STO301 Operations Management for Competitive Advantage Sem 2 20 Charles Thornton STO302 Strategic Analysis & Research Methods Sem 1 20 Jonathan Lean STO303 Global Supply Chains Sem 2 20 Stephen Childe STO306 Current Issues in Management Sem 2 20 David Owen STO307 Strategic Management: Theory & Practice Sem 2 20 Jonathan Moizer STO308 Current Issues in Information Technology Sem 2 20 Andy Phippen STO309 Corporate Strategy Sem 2 20 Atul Mishra STO310 Project Sem 2 20 Mohamed Haddoud STO312 Business Management Sem 2 20 Sarah Keast 10

11 MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Accounting & Finance modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Understanding Financial Markets Module Code: ACF1002PP Credits: Semester: (4 weeks) This module explores the role of financial markets in a capitalist economy. The module provides an introduction to the nature and operation of financial markets and the risks and opportunities that investors face when using financial markets including banks and insurance companies. The module will also cover, at a basic level some key financial concepts, including risk and return and market efficiency. Module Leader: Simon Ashby Module Name: Business Accounting Module Code: ACF103 Credits: Semester: Business Accounting introduces accounting as the measurement, recording and communication of financial information for the purpose of business decision making in the context of risk, sustainability and liquidity. Business Accounting exposes the practical application of a range of relevant accounting techniques which enable effective decision making process. On successful completion of the module students should be able to prepare, report and analyse the key financial statements for decision making purposes. Module Leader: Rumbi Mukonoweshuro Module Name: The Accounting Professional Module Code: ACF104 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1 An introduction to management accounting through a practical case study. Students will consider the different accounting disciplines and some of the main opportunities and challenges facing accounting professionals today. The module will also introduce a range of key employability skills. Module Leader: Fiona Dalton Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: Financial Institutions and Markets Module Code: ACF201 Credits: Semester: This module deals with financial markets, instruments, and institutions. The coverage includes the bond market, the stock market and the foreign exchange market. The module will also introduce investment banking and mutual funds. Module Leader: Basel Awartani 11

12 Module Name: Taxation Module Code: ACF202 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 70%, Coursework 30% 20 Semester 1 The taxation module introduces students to the UK tax system and provides them with the necessary technical skills and underpinning knowledge to be able to prepare tax computations for UK companies and individuals. Whilst the module has a technical bias the students are encouraged to gain understanding of the principles and rationale behind the functions of the tax system and be able to discuss current issues in taxation. Module Leader: Sally Antrobus Module Name: Corporate Governance Module Code: ACF203B Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 2 An understanding of the role of the company board and its function within international systems of corporate governance is of key importance to businesses. This module aims to give students a chance to explore and examine the major issues affecting global business today. It will cover the key areas of governance and also corporate social responsibility and ethics. It will bring together theory and practice and will involve in depth case study and practical use of the theory. The module will be set in the context of the principles of accounting and the ACCA framework for corporate governance and risk. Module Leader: Alison Miles Module Name: Management Accounting Module Code: ACF205 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 80%, Practical 20% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: This module is suitable for students with some previous accounting experience Students will study management accounting, including areas such as budgeting, costing and variance analysis. Module Leader: John Boston Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules Module Name: Investment Management Module Code: ACF302 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Test 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Recommended to students with interest in finance and knowledge of statistics This module is designed to provide a broad understanding of equities and bonds as investments. It considers their pricing and use in investment management along with that of derivatives. In addition core concepts in finance are covered including market efficiency, diversification, risk, portfolio building and evaluation. Module Leader: Graham Buckingham 12

13 Module Name: Advanced Financial Reporting and Accounting Module Code: ACF305 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 2 Pre-requisites: Level 5 module Financial Accounting and Reporting This module will consider advanced financial reporting topics such as accounting for foreign currency transactions and accounting for business combinations (ie simple and complex groups, associates and foreign subsidiaries). Additionally students will explore current developments in financial and non-financial reporting and will practice financial analysis techniques allowing them to analyse company financial statements. Module Leader: Fiona Dalton Module Name: Business Research Module Code: ACF306 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Recommended only to students with a background in finance This module provides students with an understanding of issues involved in the design and conduct of empirical research in finance (including the application of statistical techniques) and business analysis research (which seeks to understand the structure, policies, and operations of an organisation and to proffer rational recommendations that deliver value to stakeholders). Module Leader: Moji Olugbode Module Name: Work Based Learning Module Code: ACF307 Credits: Semester: Work based learning provides a chance, which enables students to develop skills, learn more about the world of work and refine their career aspirations and ambitions through undertaking a work placement and various enterprising social work projects activities. Module Leader: Rumbi Mukonoweshuro Module Name: Risk Management in International Banking, Insurance and Finance Module Code: ACF308 Credits: Semester: Financial institutions face a wide range of risks, many of which threaten not only their profitability, but also the stability of the financial services sector as a whole. The purpose of this module is to explore these risks and consider how they should be managed. A range of risk management tools and techniques will be explored, as will the prudential regulation of financial institutions. In addition, we will discuss how best to draw together these risks, tools and regulations to arrive at an enterprise-wide view of risk. Module Leader: Simon Ashby 13

14 Module Name: Auditing Module Code: ACF309 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 70%, Coursework 30% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: Some previous accounting experience is required; consult module leader if unsure The auditing module is a balanced mix of theory and practice in auditing. Students will consider and discuss the need for audit in society as well as the views of those critical of today s audit function. An opportunity to study auditing scandals will help students to understand and appreciate not only the challenges faced by the auditing profession but also how current auditing standards and regulation has been developed. Students will also learn how to audit through studying the theory behind the audit process and then how to apply the theory through the use of practical examples and a computerised case study. Module Leader: Sally Antrobus Module Name: Financial Modelling Module Code: ACF310 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 2 Pre-requisites: Level 4 Module Financial Institutions and Markets ; Financial Economics The module covers financial modelling for bonds and rates, equities, currencies and options. While analysing and modelling each category of securities with specific and pertinent approaches, it stresses the underlying principles governing all valuation processes. The module also equips the students with the skills to use software, such as Excel, for implementing models and perform analysis. Module Leader: Peijie Wang Module Name: Credit Management: Theory and Practice Module Code: ACF311 Credits: Semester: This module provides in-depth knowledge of how to manage trade, consumer and export credit. It explores the economic importance of credit and the contribution it can make as a competitive device to add value to organisations. Module Leader: Salima Paul Module Name: Financial Management Module Code: ACF312B Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 70%, Coursework 30% 20 Semester 2 Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Business Accounting or Level 5 module Management Accounting A development of the finance topics covered in earlier accounting modules, and includes working capital management, investment approval under uncertainty, risk management, efficient markets, cost of capital, company valuation and restructuring. Module Leader: Nader Virk 14

15 Economics modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Contemporary Economics Module Code: ECN1005 Credits: Semester: This module provides an introduction to selected contemporary economic topics and the basic tools of economic reasoning. Module Leader: Sarah-Jane Keast Module Name: Economics in Action Module Code: ECN1008 Credits: Semester: This module explores the application of basic economic concepts to a range of contemporary issues. Module Leader: Steven Brand Module Name: Economics for Business Module Code: ECN1009A Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 This module provides an introduction to economics in a business context. It explores some basic concepts and techniques involved in economic analysis at an introductory level, and considers the relevance of economics and the economic environment, to business decision-making. Module Leader: Rania Naguib Module Name: Economics for Business Module Code: ECN1009B Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 2 This module provides an introduction to economics in a business context. It explores some basic concepts and techniques involved in economic analysis at an introductory level, and considers the relevance of economics and the economic environment, to business decision-making. Module Leader: Rania Naguib Module Name: Principles of Economics A Module Code: ECN1011 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 This module provides an introduction to the theories and concepts of modern microeconomics and mathematical techniques, and applies them to a range of contemporary issues. Module Leader: Mike Felgenhauer 15

16 Module Name: Principles of Economics B Module Code: ECN1012 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 2 This module provides an introduction to the theories and concepts of modern macroeconomics and statistical techniques, and applies them to a range of contemporary issues. Module Leader: Andrew Hunt Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: Econometrics Module Code: ECN2005 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module provides an introduction to basic econometric techniques with an emphasis upon learning through practical investigation and experimentation. Module Leader: Steven Brand Module Name: Microeconomics Module Code: ECN2006 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module develops concepts and theories of microeconomics analysis at an intermediate level and applies them to a range of contemporary issues. Module Leader: Rania Naguib Module Name: Contemporary Business Economics Module Code: ECN2008A Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module develops and applies concepts of economics and industrial organization to the analysis of the behaviour of firms, industries and markets. Module Leader: Panagiotis Tziogkidis Module Name: Contemporary Business Economics Module Code: ECN2008B Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module develops and applies concepts of economics and industrial organization to the analysis of the behaviour of firms, industries and markets. Module Leader: Panagiotis Tziogkidis 16

17 Module Name: Economic Perspectives Module Code: ECN2009 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module provides an introduction to the philosophy of science and considers economics within that context. The course introduces the different schools of thought within economics and examines different methodological approaches used within the social sciences, with a core focus on those used by economists. Module Leader: Andrew Hunt Module Name: Financial Economics Module Code: ECN2011 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module provides an introduction to financial economics. The course considers theory, empirical evidence and practical application. Module Leader: Fangya Xu Module Name: Macroeconomics Module Code: ECN2012 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module develops concepts and theories of microeconomic analysis at an intermediate level and applies them to the analysis of real world issues of macroeconomic stability, growth and government policy. Module Leader: Fangya Xu Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules Module Name: International Trade and International Finance Module Code: ECN3013A Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module explores the economic implications of globalisation by investigating current trends in international trade and international financial markets. Module Leader: Fangya Xu Module Name: International Trade and International Finance Module Code: ECN3013B Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module explores the economic implications of globalisation by investigating current trends in international trade and international financial markets. Module Leader: Fangya Xu 17

18 Module Name: Practical Economic Modelling Module Code: ECN3015 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module introduces and applies a range of empirical modelling methods used in economics, including econometric and simulation methods. Module Leader: Steven Brand Module Name: Environmental and Resource Economics Module Code: ECN3016 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability Modern economies heavily depend on natural resources and substantially affect the natural environment. This module develops and applies economic theories and concepts relevant to the analysis of environmental and resource issues. It explores environmental and resource policies at the national and international stage. Module Leader: Alexander Haupt Module Name: International Economics Module Code: ECN3017 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module explores the economic implications of globalisation by investigating current trends in international trade and capital markets. Module Leader: Fangya Xu Module Name: Economic Growth and Development Module Code: ECM3018 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module covers issues in economic growth and development. The focus is on studying the proximate (i.e. factors accumulation and productivity) and the fundamental (i.e. institutions, culture, geography and climate) determinants of economic growth. Module Leader: Alberto Basso Module Name: Games and Strategy Module Code: ECN3019 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 70%, Test 30% 20 Semester 2 Note to exchange students: Please consult the module leader to ensure suitability This module develops and explores ideas in game theory, and applies them to the analysis of a range of contemporary economic, business, political and social problems. Module Leader: Paul Bishop 18

19 Entrepreneurship modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Entrepreneurial Thought and Action Module Code: ENT1000PP Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 2 (4 weeks) The module will provide participants with an introduction to the themes of Being Enterprising, ethics and Education for Sustainable Development (EfSD). It will develop a range of academic and professional skills including: consulting, researching (multimedia); academic writing; feedback and reflection; professional presentation skills; team working, leadership and project management. The module has an action research focus and will explore entrepreneurship in a variety of organisational contexts (e.g. social enterprise, not for profit, SME s, public sector, private enterprise). Module Leader: Emily Beaumont Module Name: Introduction to Enterprise Module Code: ENT100 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1 This module introduces students to the concepts of enterprise and entrepreneurship, familiarising students with a range of associated theories through a series of lectures and interactive sessions. Examples will be given from both a local and global perspective. Students will have the opportunity to discuss and develop their thoughts in these concepts through seminars and tutorials. Module Leader: Emily Beaumont Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: Enterprise and Innovation Module Code: ENT200 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 2 The purpose of this module is to develop the students knowledge of enterprise and the key role of innovation. The module explores key issues impacting a growing business, highlighting the importance of innovation to sustainability and competitive advantage. Module Leader: Sarah Preedy Module Name: Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Module Code: ENT207 Credits: Semester: The module provides context for students to understand contemporary issues in the field of entrepreneurship. It explores current trends and issues through the lens of ongoing research being undertaken within the field and requires students to actively participate within a developing research project. Module Leader: Andreas Walmsley 19

20 Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules Module Name: Enterprise Creation Module Code: ENT300 Credits: Semester: The module offers the opportunity to develop the skills and understanding necessary to write a professional business plan and bid for venture capital funding. Module Leader: Andreas Walmsley Module Name: Enterprise Portfolio Module Code: ENT301 Credits: Semester: The Enterprise Portfolio is an individual project- based assignment which aims to integrate a critical evaluation of the enterprise concept with active learning centred on an enterprising activity or initiative and a forward looking personal evaluation. Module Leader: Emily Beaumont Human Resource & Leadership modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Organisational Behaviour Module Code: HRL100 Credits: Semester: This module introduces students to the study of individuals and groups within the organisational context. Module Leader: Christine Parkin Hughes Module Name: Digital Skills and Communication for Business Module Code: HRL101 Credits: Semester: In an increasingly digitised world, the design and effective delivery of organisational communication is becoming increasingly important. Drawing on contemporary organisational practice and the deployment of appropriate information and communication technologies, this module will focus on the development of key professional and managerial skills in the design, creation and delivery of appropriate and effective digital communications. Module Leader: Paul Harrington 20

21 Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: People Management Module Code: HRL200 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework Semester 1 The aim of the module is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of the core activities concerned with managing people, including an appreciation of the work and social context in which those activities take place. The module covers a range of people management practices, as well as introducing important contextual factors such as legislation which play a key role in shaping the employment landscape. The module consists of a combination of lectures, case studies, activities and self-directed learning. Module Leader: Sue Kinsey Module Name: Professional Development Planning Module Code: HRL201 Credits: Semester: This module attempts to develop students employment related and research skills, in order to prepare them to undertake a final year research project and to manage their future careers. Module Leader: Ian Deamer Module Name: Project Management Module Code: HRL203 Credits: Semester: Note to exchange students: Students must be present for the full duration of this module The module introduces students to projects and project management in contemporary organisations. It show cases and allows students to practice a selection of recognised best practice tools and techniques, both hard and soft. Students will be required to participate in a real-live project and produce an output. They will evaluate both deliverable(s) and process and communicate their findings. Module Leader: Margaret Greenwood Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules Module Name: Organisational Leadership Module Code: HRL300 Credits: Semester: This module examines the role of leadership in relation to structural, social, political, cultural and psychological processes at individual, team, organisational and national levels, adopting multiple perspectives. The ethical and moral responsibilities of corporate leaders are critiqued as is the inter-relationship between leadership, governance, decision-making and change. Module Leader: Smita Tripathi 21

22 Module Name: Managing Change Module Code: HRL301 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 80%, Practical 20% 20 Semester 1 This module considers the importance, nuances, intricacies and sustainability of organisational change and its management. It examines the interrelationships and interactions between employees as well as changes in strategic direction, systems, structure, processes and culture, constantly relating to organisational effectiveness. Module Leader: Margaret Greenwood Module Name: Human Resource Management Module Code: HRL305 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Note to exchange students: Please contact the module leader for required pre-reading Consideration of HR strategy and current developments in the management of human resources in modern organisations operating within complex environments. Module Leader: Jasmine Kelland Module Name: Leadership Practice Module Code: HRL306 Credits: Semester: Through study, reflection and exercises, this module seeks to develop knowledge and embed the practice of doing leadership. The module will explore four different practice realms: 1) self-practices (understanding one s self as a leader), 2) presentational practices, 3) relational practices and 4) strategic practices. Although theoretical perspectives will provide the substance of lectures, seminars will use arts-based methods to create spaces in which students can experiment with the significance of these ideas for their own enactment of leadership. Module Leader: Donna Ladkin Module Name: Women in Business Module Code: HRL308 Credits: Semester: This module is for anyone who is interested in women in the World of business. It aims to address the invisibility of women in the mainstream business course literature by exploring gender perspectives in specific work contexts (e.g. large corporate, SME, micro, self- employed, informal economy). The module tackles contemporary issues, debating topics that are simultaneously enlightening and inspiring, as well as disconcerting and raw. Module Leader: Virginia Fisher Module Name: Equality and Diversity in the Workplace Module Code: HRL310 Credits: Semester: The module provides a broad understanding of equality and diversity in the workplace. The module considers the paradigms underpinning regulation and voluntarism, organisational equality and diversity at the levels of strategy and operational practice, and how group and individual identities are constructed in the workplace. Module Leader: Margaret Prior 22

23 Module Name: Sustainable Business through Project Management Module Code: HRL311 Credits: Semester: Pre-requisites: Level 5 module Project Management or an equivalent module in project management This module builds on Level 5 Introduction to Operations Management, an introduction to project management and the experience of a real-live project. Here the focus is project management in contemporary and sustainable organisations. Out facing concepts such as governance and procurement (i.e. project contract awards, project partnering, subcontracting) will be introduced alongside advanced, recognised best-practice tools and techniques. Students will learn and practice problem identification and solving skills and will be aware of current topical debates in the project management profession. Module Leader: Margaret Greenwood Module Name: International HRM Module Code: HRL313 Credits: Semester: Students are introduced to: the implications of globalisation for HRM and labour, the particular human resource management problems confronted by Multinational organisations; human resource management systems in a range of different national contexts; and the social dimension of the EU and its implications for HRM. Module Leader: Rossana Gutilla Maritime Business modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Introducing Maritime Business, Maritime Law and Logistics Module Code: MAR104 Credits: Semester: This module is concerned with the development of key business and learning skills and knowledge to assist the student with their transition to a maritime business programme at higher education level. It introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of international shipping, maritime law and international logistics. Module Leader: Sarah Tuck Module Name: International Trade and Commercial Law Module Code: MAR105 Credits: Semester: This module introduces students to the organisation of world trade and the principles and law of successful international trade. Module Leader: Lise Hunter 23

24 Module Name: Principles of Logistics and Freight Transport Module Code: MAR106 Credits: Semester: The module introduces concepts relevant to the study of logistics within the context of supply chain management and considers elements of freight transport systems. Module Leader: Chukwuneke Okorie Module Name: Sea Power and Maritime Trading Empires Module Code: MAR1000PP Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 2 (4 weeks) The module explains historical method; offers a structured outline of the development of the ship; considers the development of maritime empires; illustrates the importance of sea power and considers the growth and decline of selected maritime organisations. Module Leader: David Atkins Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: Maritime Geography & Economics Module Code: MAR207 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 This module provides a sound understanding of maritime economic concepts and factors, and of the geographic environment in which ships function. These interrelated concepts are applied to the management of shipping and maritime businesses. Module Leader: Lijun Tang Module Name: Financial Accounting & Managerial Decision Making Module Code: MAR209 Credits: Semester: This module provides an overview of the role of financial and management accounting and managerial decision making within the business environment, including decision making theories and models. Module Leader: Lise Hunter Module Name: Maritime Management & Markets Module Code: MAR210 Credits: Semester: This module examines various economic concepts and practices applied in maritime management. This includes the study of the regulatory environment for shipping and management companies, voyage estimation, current shipping markets, and environmental issues. Module Leader: Jonathan Challacombe 24

25 Module Name: Maritime Commercial Practice, Law & Regulation Module Code: MAR211 Credits: Semester: New module for academic year 2017/18. Module description to be confirmed. Module Leader: Sarah Tuck Module Name: Maritime Operations Module Code: MAR212 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Exam 50% 20 Semester 1 New module for academic year 2017/18. Module description to be confirmed. Module Leader: Sarah Tuck Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules Module Name: Carriage of Goods by Sea Module Code: MAR321 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 1 Pre-requisites: Level 5 module Maritime Commercial Practice (or equivalent for direct entry students) The study of the law relating to charterparties and bill of lading contracts, and liability for pollution. Module Leader: Gotthard Gauci Module Name: Research Skills for International Business Module Code: MAR322 Credits: Semester: This module introduces students to the research processes and sources of data used in international logistics and related fields. It develops skills in interpreting, evaluating and presenting information in this complex international environment. Module Leader: John Dinwoodie Module Name: International Logistics Management Module Code: MAR323 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 2 This module assesses the key elements within logistics management and identifies the latest industrial and technological developments in the context of globalisation. Module Leader: Saeyeon Roh Module Name: International Shipping Module Code: MAR324 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 2 The module provides a practical knowledge of the activities and responsibilities related to the management and operation of ships in an international environment. Module Leader: Jingjing Xu 25

26 Module Name: International Supply Chain Management Module Code: MAR325 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 1 This module provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of international supply chain management and the complexities involved in managing, planning and coordinating international supply chains. Module Leader: Shunmungham Pandian Module Name: Ports & Intermodalism Module Code: MAR326 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 1 The module considers national policies, governance and operations associated with port and intermodal activities set within the context of a globalised industry. It invites an understanding of ports and terminals and their development. Module Leader: Lijun Tang Module Name: Strategic Management & Governance Module Code: MAR327 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 1 This module examines the principles, theories and practice of strategic management, and is designed to develop the knowledge of students concerning the significance and nature of policy in the Maritime sector and governance issues which are central to political relationships. It develops an awareness of the capital markets and sources of finance for the maritime industry. Module Leader: Jonathan Challacombe Module Name: Project Dissertation Module Code: MAR328 Credits: Semester: The module is designed to produce a dissertation on a relevant industrial theme (Maximum 10,000 words). Module Leader: Sarah Tuck Module Name: Marine Insurance and Admiralty Law Module Code: MAR329 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 60%, Coursework 40% 20 Semester 2 Pre-requisites: Level 5 module Maritime Commercial Practice (or equivalent for direct entry) The study of the law relating to Marine Insurance, including General Average and Admiralty Law. Module Leader: Gotthard Gauci 26

27 Marketing modules Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules Module Name: Behavioural Insights for Non-profit Marketers Module Code: MKT107 Credits: Semester: An essential component of marketing is stakeholder insight (e.g. consumers, supporters and volunteers) both the obvious needs and wants that are on the surface of conscious thought, but also the deeper, possibly unconscious motives that drive human behaviour at an implicit level. Psychological science has produced numerous theoretical and technological advances in recent years that offer unprecedented access to the inner workings of the mind, and allow for new ways to assess opinion, test new concepts, predict emerging needs, design promotion and advertising executions, and map out overall marketing strategy. This course gives an overview of psychological knowledge as it pertains to capturing consumer insight, and includes a consideration of how the brain works and the factors that influence consumer choice in the context of nonprofit organizations. Module Leader: Jen Shang Sargeant Module Name: Essentials of Marketing Module Code: MKT108 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 70%, Test 30% 20 Semester 2 Aimed at Business students this module examines the philosophy and functional activities that comprise the business area known as Marketing. It considers the application of this concept across a range of organisations and markets, focusing on achieving competitive advantage through the development of a marketing mix based around customer centrality. Module Leader: Mihaela Bishop Module Name: Marketing in Action Module Code: MKT109 Credits: Semester: This module introduces and deepens students understanding of marketing through considering theoretical content in a range of real-life contexts. It helps students understand marketing s role in shaping the strategic and operational focus of businesses through working directly with real business problems. Marketing is the key way in which business and society interact and therefore the role of marketing in shaping society and achieving sustainability is also considered. Module Leader: Victoria Hurth Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules Module Name: Buyer Behaviour & Relationships Module Code: MKT207 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1 Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Marketing in Action This module provides theoretical and practical insights into the behaviour of buyers in both consumer and business-to-business markets. In addition it explores the way in which marketing relationships are developed and maintained. Module Leader: Hanne Kroger-Knight 27

28 Module Name: Marketing Research Module Code: MKT208 Credits: Semester: Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Marketing in Action This module covers the methods and principles of marketing research, and demonstrates how research results are utilised in marketing decision making. Module Leader: Ben Siu Module Name: New Product development & Marketing Planning Module Code: MKT209 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Coursework 70%, Practical 30% 20 Semester 2 Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Marketing in Action This module is set in the context of marketing management, with the primary aim being to introduce the concepts of marketing strategy and marketing planning and apply them around the framework of a new product development programme. This will enable students to develop an understanding of marketing as both a principle and a job function. Module Leader: Mihaela Bishop Module Name: Advertising, Brand Management & Marketing Communications Module Code: MKT210 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Coursework 50% 20 Semester 1 Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Marketing in Action Note to exchange students: Please consult module leader before selecting this module. Students must have completed at least one whole module in marketing at their home institution. The module introduces the key elements of the marketing communications mix (including advertising), and outlines their role and significance in developing and managing brand identity and equity. Module Leader: John White Module Name: Digital Marketing Module Code: MKT211 Credits: Semester: Pre-requisites: Level 4 module Marketing in Action This module examines the impact of new forms of digital technology on all aspects of the modern marketing mix, organisational strategies and consumer facing activities. It seeks to examine modern marketing activity through a digital lens and to provide students with a greater understanding and awareness of the relationships between marketing and digital technology. Module Leader: Hanne Kroger-Knight Module Name: Marketing Fundamentals Module Code: MKT214 Credits: Semester: Assessment Weighting: Exam 70%, Test 30% 20 Semester 2 Aimed at Business students this module examines the philosophy and functional activities that comprise the business area known as Marketing. It considers the application of this concept across a range of organisations and markets, focusing on achieving competitive advantage through the development of a marketing mix based around customer centrality. Module Leader: Jane Hudson 28