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1 Division Module Title Module Code Semester Indicative Day Indicative Timeslot Description Of Module UK Level This is an interactive, inter-disciplinary module which requires student Choose one of participation in a series of guided walks and place visits. In addition to the these two Study London: City of Change AME_5_LCC 1&2 Monday 1-4 scheduled lectures and seminar workshops teaching is delivered by a team Abroad Modules drawn from the department of Culture, Writing and Performance which is housed in the university's School of Arts and Creative Industries. Choose one of these two Study Abroad Modules Made in London FAM_5_MIL 1&2 Monday 1-4 Principles of BBM_4_PRM 1 Financial Accounting Fundamentals BAF_4_FAF 1 Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday People and Organisations BBM_4_PEO 2 Tuesday and, 1-3 Economics BBS_4_ECO 2 Monday 9-11 and 12-2 Economics 2 BBS_4_ECN 2 Wednesday and 1-3 Accounting BAF_4_MAC 2 Tuesday and 1-3 Professional Competencies BBS_4_PCO 1 Monday, Tuesday or Thursday The module provides visiting students with an interactive opportunity to learn about London through the prism of fashion. Students will explore London s development as a centre for the fashion industry, engage with fashion in its social, historical and cultural context and develop a growing understanding of London s place as a strategic centre for fashion as a The module introduces students to the theories and practices of marketing Tue: 9-1; Wed: 9-11 providing them with an underpinning in the subject of marketing for further & 12-2; Fri: & 1- studies at levels 5 and 6. It acts as an introduction to the basic principles of 3 marketing from which other modules can develop. These principles include & 2-5 in a Digital World BBM_4_MDW 2 Wednesday 9-1 and Information Systems BBS_4_MIS 2 Friday and 1-3 Auditing for BAF_6_ATB 1 Tuesday UK Credits Pre-requisites and Notes None None 4 20 None the marketing environment, the marketing mix, marketing research and This module will introduce students to the fundamentals of the regulatory Students must attend on 1 day. framework of accounting together with the qualitative characteristics of Please indicate which day is useful accounting information. It will also develop knowledge and 4 20 preferable on your module selection understanding of the underlying principles and methods used in the form and the Study Abroad Team recording of financial data and preparation and presentation of financial The module will give students an appreciation of the complexities of will endeavour to place you in this understanding people and behaviour within organizations. The module is incorporated with theories of organisational behaviour and people 4 20 None management practices and students will develop an understanding of how and why individuals behave in specific ways in the workplace. This module will introduce a range of essential economic concepts and methods and show how these can be applied to understand the world around us. The emphasis of the module is upon the business applications of 4 20 Students attend both sessions. economics in facilitating the decisions of managers, entrepreneurs in a variety of situations including pricing, advertising, financing, market entry This module will continue to develop the students understanding of the essential micro and macro-economic theories which are the bed rock to the Introduction to Economics, economic concepts and methods studied in Economics 4 20 or reasonable equivalent (Economics 1). The emphasis of the module is upon the theoretical frameworks underpinning the business applications of economics in The module will introduce students to the basic principles and practices of management accounting. It will enable students to identify how management accounting techniques can be used to support the 4 20 None management processes of planning, controlling and decision-making. The module will cover cost accounting principles, conventions and practices This module will introduce students to the process of personal development planning supporting them in identifying their goals and achieving their aims via participation in a structured and facilitated coaching process. It will also 4 20 None support students via the development of key skills, mathematical techniques and acquisition of knowledge necessary for success on an A Practical Introduction to will introduce students to the theory and practices of marketing whilst developing a level of competency in a range of practical skills. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of 4 20 None marketing thus gaining a foundation in the subject area for further studies at level 5 and 6. The core skills to be developed alongside the theoretical This module will provide students with an overview of types of organisations, their structure, nature and functions of management and their use of information systems. They will be introduced to appropriate and 4 20 None effective management practices used in differing organisational contexts and develop the skills required to critically assess the impact and effective This unit will examine the nature and purpose of the external audit process as well as examining corporate governance and social and environmental Intro to, Financial auditing, Intro to Accounting (or Simulation BBS_6_SIM 1 Tuesday 11-1 The unit is designed to allow students to experience the reality of business in an uncomplicated and risk-free (simulated) environment. Students will be starting and running a business, analysing its issues & formulating practical solutions through systems thinking & systems dynamics. An experiential approach to learning is taken throughout the unit. The use of computer Intro to (or

2 Statistics BBS_6_BST 1 Thursday 11-1 Employee Relations BBM_6_ERE 1 Friday 9-1 Legal BBS_6_LBM 1 Monday 9-1 Legal Frameworks for Tax and Employment Statistical Techniques for and (did not run in16/17) Survey Design & Analysis (did not run in16/17) Analysis and the of Change Performance BBS_6_LFT 2 Thursday 11-1 BBS_6_STB 2 Friday 9-2 BBS_6_SDA 2 Thursday 6-9 BBS_6_BAM 2 Wednesday 12-2 and 2-4 BAF_6_BPM 1 Saturday 10-5 for 6 weeks Students in Studies require a good grasp of quantitative (mainly statistical) skills and techniques to analyse and summarise business data, and to understand reports and published material where statistical/quantitative methods have been used. This unit provides these skills. Emphasis is placed on statistical methods and the use is made of The unit is focused on the study of the major processes, systems, and actors involved in the management of individual and collective aspects of the employment relationship. It interprets features of the employment relationship, such as different forms of participation, bargaining and conflict resolution, and the determination of reward systems. It analyses the part This module is an introduction to the general principles of Corporate Law. It examines the nature and constitution of companies as well as the legal requirements relating to share and loan capital. The different treatment afforded to public companies by legislation is also highlighted, as is the impact of EU legislation and the Data Protection Act The Legal Frameworks for Tax and Employment module sets out the principal legal issues concerning English employment law and revenue law. The employment law part specifically concentrates on employer and employee rights and obligations in the business environment and then provides an opportunity to develop the general legal framework within which Students in Studies require a good grasp of quantitative (mainly statistical) skills and techniques to analyse and summarise business data, and to understand reports and published material where statistical/quantitative methods have been used. This unit provides these skills. Emphasis is placed on statistical methods and the use is made of The Module examines the theory behind a variety of sampling methods commonly used in both academic and commercial research. As well as calculating point estimates of various population parameters bounds of error will be found for these estimates. For a given required bound of error ways of finding the required sample size for various sampling methods will The unit focuses directly on the modelling of business requirements, specifically using object oriented approaches, with an understanding of the associated dynamics of change management within organisations. As such, the unit leads students to an understanding of analytical theory and techniques (e.g. Unified Modelling Language) through their practical This unit builds upon the cost and management accounting principles covered in the Accounting Control unit and particularly focuses on the analysis and presentation of cost information for planning, control and decision-making. Financial Mathematics, or Introduction to Science, or equivalent. Intro to (or Introduction to Law, and Contract Law, or equivalent Introduction to Law, and Contract Law, or equivalent Intro to Macroeconomics, Quantitative Methods or equivalent, Statistics (or Quantitative Methods, or equivalent Intro to (or, Intro to Accounting, Micro and Macro Economics (or strategy BAF_6_EST 2 Wednesday 9-1 Legal Issues in Merchandising BBS_6_LIM 2 Monday 9-1 The module builds on the student s ability to apply financial management techniques, financial accounting analysis and management accounting forecasting. Having studied this module students will be able to assess an organisations current environment, make strategic decisions on the direction of the organisation, implement strategy and evaluate the impact of Legal Issues in Merchandising looks as closely at commercial law, bringing awareness to legal commercial issues in business. This is vital for business students looking for insight in law because it would develop their understanding of the legal practicalities behind the running of a business. None Introduction to Law, and Contract Law, or equivalent Legal Protection of Creativity (did not run in 16/17) BBS_6_LPB 2 Tuesday 9-1 Life Career Development BBM_6_LCD 2 Tuesday 9-1 Optimisation Techniques and Methods (did not run in 16/17) BBS_6_OTM 2 Monday 2-6 Legal Protection of Creativity looks at the intellectual property of a business. IP law refers to creations of the mind or intellect that can be legally owned. Ideas and unique creations can exist in every business. They are important for long term financial success and can make you more competitive than your rivals. This module looks at how to stop competitors from copying The Life Career Development unit uses a theoretical framework to consider the process of an individual s personal and career development within their wider social context. The unit will be of particular interest to those intending to specialise in HRM, as it provides a good introduction to the philosophy underpinning the concept of continuing professional development. It is also This unit introduces and makes use of, analytical and numerical techniques and methods for finding possible optimal solutions to business and financial problems cast in an unconstrained, constrained and strategic environment. This unit covers three main concepts: optimal uses of calculus to find solutions, numerical techniques (iterative and computational) and analytical Introduction to Law, and Contract Law, or equivalent Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Economics (or

3 Small Planning and Strategy Social Impacts of the Information Society (did not run in 16/17) BBM_6_SBP 2 Tuesday 10-2 BBS_6_SIS 2 Tuesday 1-5 The purpose of the unit is to introduce students to the concept of small business planning, management and strategy. Highlighted are the differences in the planning and decision making processes between small and large enterprises. The unit stresses the fact that similar processes are involved in both small and large firms, but also shows that the greater This Unit is concerned with the impacts of Social Computing on an information society in which the creation, distribution, diffusion, use, integration and manipulation of information plays a significant role in economic, political, and cultural domains. Introduction to Micro and Macro Economics, Information Systems in (or Technologies in BBS_6_TIB 2 Monday 9-1 This module provides an overview of the technologies used in online businesses from the small firm to the global enterprise. Intro to Web Design/E- Retail Boutiques & Shopper Behaviour (did not run in 16/17) Ethics Today: Social & Legal Foundations (new - 17/18) Managing Logistics & Negotiations (new - 17/18) Managing the Principles of E- (new - 17/18) BBS_6_RBS 2 TBC TBC BBM_5_BET 1 TBC TBC BBS_5_MBL 1 TBC TBC BBS_5_MBP 1 TBC TBC The module gives students the opportunity to develop the theoretical and practical skills, needed to establish a boutique set-up (high-end retail) establishment. Students will gain direct experience by examining the skills of setting-up, operating a retail business venture and understanding the target consumers retail behaviour, purchasing dynamics and developing This module will investigate the relationship between law and ethics identifying areas of controversy where ethical issues surface. To achieve this students will be introduced to fundamental principles of ethics and ethical reasoning so that they can debate ethical and legal issues and dilemmas. Students will analyse the fundamental role of law & government This module demonstrates the importance of logistics and the supply change while also considering procurement and negotiation strategies and techniques within business services, retail and manufacturing environments. Students will gain a clear understanding of the importance and scope of the procurement function and will explore the critical transfer of goods/services This module provides students with an introduction to the business, technological, ethical and societal issues pertaining to the emergence of the Internet as a medium for online trading of goods and services. The module examines the growth and development of the Internet as a business tool and explores how organisations have adapted (and continue to adapt) to this recent and continually developing digital business environment. Introduction to Managing and Innovation (new - 17/18) A Foreign Language and Applied Research Report (new - 17/18) Social Media in a Context (new - 17/18) Entrepreneurial Mind-set: Discovery & Development Fundamentals of (new - 17/18) BBS_5_MBI 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_FLR 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_SMB 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_BDD 2 TBC TBC BAF_5_FOF 2 TBC TBC This module is aimed at providing students with a practical understanding of setting up and managing small or medium sized enterprises and the importance of business innovation. es are at the heart of any economy, especially small and medium sized enterprises. This module brings together theory and practice through an integrated speaker programme, which includes entrepreneur s managers and innovators. This module is aims at providing students with the survival language skills in a vocational context. Taught within the Level A1 of the European Language Framework Competence Framework, students will be taught the basic language skills to enable them to understand everyday vocabulary, basic grammar and the ability to communicate orally with someone at an This module provides a comprehensive understanding of social media in its design, implementation and use in a variety of business contexts. It includes the Social Media Canvas as a tool that determines how social media can be made integral to business strategy and thus aid businesses in achieving their objectives. Entrepreneurs know the best feeling in business discovery and development is when the start-up venture is developed to a size that suits the needs of the market and others believe in its success just like the entrepreneur and a "brand presence" is established. This module develops on the principles behind what gives entrepreneurs the mind-set and drive to This module is an introduction to the basic principles of finance and financial decision-making. It seeks to provide an elementary knowledge of finance, simultaneously highlighting the essential links between accounting and finance concepts; students would thereby be provided with a firm foundation in the theoretical as well as practical aspects of financial decision-making. None

4 Human Resource (new - 17/18) Contracts (new - 17/18) BBM_5_HRE 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_BCT 2 TBC TBC The module will give students a thorough understanding of how human resource management works in an organisation from both a practical and theoretical approach. This module has been mapped to the CIPD Intermediate Certificate and would form part of the requirement needed to achieve the additional qualification along with Associate Membership of the This module enables students to appreciate the legal rules relating to the formation, contents, and methods of discharge of business contracts, and the consequences that flow from such contracts where they are breached. Research BBM-5-MRE 2 TBC TBC Through action learning, the module covers the principles and practice of marketing research and the logical structure leading from research problem definition, through research design and data collection to the analysis and credible communication of insight. Fundamentals of Project (new - 17/18) Retail Operations (new - 17/18) Environmental Economics & Sustainability Financial Analysis Diagnostic Analytics (new - 17/18) Emerging Markets, and the Asia-Pacific Environment (new - 17/18) Strategic and Leadership (core module) Entry Strategies for International Markets (core) Managing and Leading SMEs (core) BBS_5_FPM 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_ROP 2 TBC TBC BBS-5-EES 2 TBC TBC BAF-5-FAA 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_DAN 2 TBC TBC BBS_5_EMM 2 TBC TBC BBS_6_SML 1 Wednesday 11-3 BBS_6_ESI 1 Friday 9-1 BBS_6_MLS 1 Monday 9-1 Entrepreneurial BAF_6_EFI 2 Monday 9-1 This module examines the role of project management within the business environment, the project life cycle, and various techniques of project and work planning, control and evaluation to achieve project objectives. The tools currently available to project managers are illustrated in this module through the use of Microsoft Project software and various other tools that This module provides students an overview of the key retail daily operations and the activities that retail outlets have with their consumers. Students will gain understanding of relevant management tools that help successfully formulate and manage retail operations. Developing on practical problems involved in running a retail business, from store and stock management, This module provides an opportunity for participating students to critically consider the role of the key international stakeholders in environmental economics and sustainability. Skills in critical policy analysis, policy formulation, negotiation and advocacy are developed through conferencing and discourse using transdisciplinary case studies (TCS) where students This module will build upon the fundamentals of accounting studied at level 4 to develop the students comprehension of the preparation and of presentation of published financial statements, applying current the International Financial Reporting Standards for a single entity and simple business combinations. The module will also develop knowledge and This module introduces a range of specific concepts and quantitative techniques essential for the management of operations, production, material planning and quality assurance functions. It aims to enable students to process data in order to understand the root causes of various management issues related to the performances of the organisation. This module studies the process of business and economic development characterising the growth of emerging markets with a focus on the Asia- Pacific region over the last half century and which has shaped the environment within which business operates. The major focus of this module is on economic growth, business organisations and structures, This module provides a final year integrative course in strategic management and leadership. The module is structured around three components of strategic management; firstly internal and external strategic analysis, secondly business and corporate level strategy formulation, thirdly leadership issues in the implementation of strategy. As befits an integrative strategy This module module; studies its learning, the entry teaching decisions and of multinational assessment firms strategy and is the role played by them in the modern global trading system. It considers different theories that account for the factors influencing a specific entry strategy into a foreign market. This is discussed in the context of the growth of the multinational company and its role in the growth of world trade over the past half Governments century. The across various the options industrialised of exporting, world are licensing, increasingly joint ventures, emphasising the importance of the development of entrepreneurship in achieving higher economic growth and prosperity. Government encouragement often takes the form of policies designed to help individuals start their own business. This module aims to explore theory and practice in the field from the perspective This module of aims individuals to provide within course a small members and medium with the sized knowledge business. and The skills needed to critically analyse financial information and use it in the pursuit of opportunity which is an important element of entrepreneurship. Students learn to use finance & accounting tools to analyse firms in all phases of their life cycle, from the initial idea generation to ultimate sale of Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent

5 Mobile Applications From Idea To Mass Adoption Accounting for Decision Making Individual and Organisational Learning and Development Social Impacts of Systems in Contemporary Society BBS_6_MAP 2 Wednesday 1-5 BAF_6_MAD 2 Monday 1-5 BBM_6_IOL 2 Wednesday 9-1 BBS_6_SIC 2 Tuesday 9-1 Taxation Fundamentals BAF 5 TAF 2 Wednesday 1-5 Advanced Accounting BAF_5_AMA 1 Friday 10-2 or 12-4 and Company Law BAF_5_BLA 1 Thursday 2-5 Employability Skills for Accountants BAF_5_ESA 1 Thursday 1-5 The use of mobile apps has now overtaken desktop computing. More and more businesses are using mobile apps within their companies as well as providing products and services through mobile technology. They have ventured beyond basic services and are now offering games, locationbased services, order tracking services, retailing, banking, health and The module is intended to develop an understanding of the principles and application of the decision making, planning and control techniques required for reporting to senior management within an organisation. Recognising that many students on the module will not have studied management accounting before and will not necessarily be planning to Individual and Organisational Learning and Development is a core HR modules which enables students to gain an evaluative understanding of theoretical and practical issues involved designing, delivering and evaluating learning interventions. It incorporates the development of reflective practice skills,consultancy skills and the principles of continuing It is trite to say that we live in an information age. Yet it is true that the sheer ubiquity of information systems (IS) and information technology (IT) impacts on all aspects of our personal and working lives, with profound effect. We are now both active participants in, and potential victims of, the effects of IS/IT. The module focuses on the computation of the tax liabilities of individuals, including as an employee, or self-employed; and also unincorporated businesses, companies, and groups of companies. Assessment is via a three hour examination which is worth 60% of total marks for the unit; plus an individual assignment worth 40%. The module introduces to the student more advanced and specialised management accounting topics as applied to decision-making and performance management. The module will help the student to understand and analyse the systems used by organisations to measure and manage their performance and to The module provides the opportunity to study the general principles of and Corporate Law; it also introduces students to the English Legal System and examines the general principles of English Law, which have a major impact in the business environment in which accountants operate. This module supports the development of employable graduates by developing their abilities to secure professional employment, perform effectively in the workplace, develop themselves and understand their legal and professional obligations as professionals. Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent Completion of level 5 or equivalent Introduction to Introduction to Accounting. Students attend both sessions. None Introduction to Accounting Financial Analysis Financial Markets and Institutions (did not run in 16/17) Fundamentals of BAF_5_FOF 1 Intermediate Macroeconomics BAF_5_FAA 1 Wednesday 1-5 BAF_5_FMI 1 Monday 1-5 Tuesday and Thursday 1-3 BBS_5_MAC 1 Friday 9-11 and 12-2 Accounting BAF_5_MGA 1 Wednesday 11-1, and 1-3 This module will build upon the fundamentals of accounting studied at level 4 to develop the students comprehension of the preparation and of presentation of published financial statements, applying current the International Financial Reporting Standards for a single entity and simple business combinations. The unit provides basic theory of the financial systems, markets and its participants with a focus on financial intermediaries. The unit will also introduce some elements in the financial regulation and the changes introduced by the European union and the globalisation of the financial markets. This module is an introduction to the basic principles of finance and financial decision-making. It seeks to provide an elementary knowledge of finance, simultaneously highlighting the essential links between accounting and finance concepts; students would thereby be provided with a firm foundation in the theoretical as well as practical aspects of financial decision-making. This module builds on Introduction to Macroeconomics (level 4). As such while some of the core material such as unemployment and inflation is repeated, it is done so at a higher intermediate level. This module, while describing the macroeconomic world around us, places far more emphasis on conveying the theoretical underpinnings for what is observed. This unit consists of a study of limited company financial statements, cost behaviour, flexible budgets, inventory, labour, overheads, marginal and absorption costing, cost volume profit analysis, further aspects of budgeting, variance analysis. Introduction to Accounting Economics (or None Introduction to Macroeconomics. Students attend both sessions. Economics (or

6 Quantitative Methods for Economists Quantitative Techniques for The Macroeconomic Environment of Environmental Economics and Sustainability BBS_5_QEC 1 Thursday 10-2 BBS_5_QTB 1 Thursday 12-2 and 3-5 BBS_5_MEB 1 Thursday 1-5 BBS_5_EES 2 Thusday 9-1 Intermediate Microeconomics BBS_5_MIC 2 Wednesday 11-3 Introduction to Econometrics BBS_5_ECO 2 Tuesday 9-11 and 12-2 Introduction to Financial BAF_5_IFM 2 Wednesday and 1-3 Investment Theory & Practice BAF_5_ITP 2 Thursday and 1-3 Macroeconomic Environment of Theories and Issues BBS_5_MEB 2 Thursday 1-5 BAF_6_AFT 1 Friday 10-2 Corporate BAF_6_COF 1 Friday 9-1 Economics of the European Union (did not run in 16/17) BBS_6_EEU 1 Thursday 11-1 This module introduces and makes use of quantitative methods and techniques for modelling economic and business problems cast in an unconstrained and constrained environment. For this purpose the module introduces and applies the powerful analytic method of calculus for finding optimal solutions to specific issues in economics and business. The Module examines a range of ways of handling, analysing and None presenting numerical information. Particular emphasis will be placed on dealing with financial information annuities, gilts, investment appraisal & Quantitative Methods, or equivalent portfolio analysis. An introduction to the basic concepts of probability and their application is also included. This course introduces the concepts of macroeconomics. Why do interest rates, employment, and inflation all go up together in an economic expansion? Why do central bankers lower interest rates when the economy Introduction to Microeconomics nears a recession? In what ways can a crisis in financial markets negatively affect an otherwise healthy economy? These, and others, are the key This module provides an opportunity for participating students to critically consider the role of the key international stakeholders in environmental Introduction to or economics and sustainability. reasonable equivalent Skills in critical policy analysis, policy formulation, negotiation and advocacy are developed through conferencing and discourse using trans-disciplinary This intermediate microeconomic module seeks to broaden and deepen the foundations of microeconomics. It provides a fundamental Environment, or understanding of consumer theory, and the theory of the firm. An reasonable equivalent exploration of production theory supports this work. The operation of markets and their efficiency are also investigated. General equilibrium and This module introduces the student to the basics of econometrics. It starts with the standard OLS methodology and beginning with simple regression analysis, moves to multiple regression analysis. The problems associated Quantitative Methods, or equivalent with OLS are explained along with their consequences and potential alleviating measures. Indicator or dummy variables are also considered The module deals with the theory and techniques of financial decisionmaking in key areas such as the capital investment decision, the financing decision, the cost of capital, and working capital management. The module None is aimed at providing a foundation in finance for students aspiring to be accountants or finance professionals, and therefore seeking a sound The unit is an introductory level analysis of financial investment decisions, valuation methods and risk analysis procedures that are characteristic of contemporary capital markets. There is a strong emphasis on Intro to (or developing students awareness of how capital markets operate and the types of financial assets traded. It examines how these assets can be The aim of this unit is to provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the macro-economic environment confronting business with specific reference to the United Kingdom. The unit builds on Intro to Economics, or equivalent the Economics unit studied at level one to provide students with an awareness of the wider fiscal and monetary environment within which This module aims to develop an appreciation of relevant issues that describe and underpin the modern accounting profession. In the context of students will develop their skills in critical thinking, Introduction to Accounting creativity and the use of information technology to identify and effectively present information. They will also develop skills in accurate and complete The unit focuses on three strategically-defined areas of corporate financial decision-making: the investment decision, the financing decision and the Intro to, Intro to Micro and dividend decision. It examines theories and ideas that form the core of the Macro economics, contemporary understanding of the motive forces driving these decisions. It Economics (or addresses the question of the extent to which the theoretical propositions This unit analyses the process of economic integration taking place within Europe, especially within the European Union. Particular emphasis is given Economics to EU policies and their economic effects (or Entertainment Industry Economics BBS_6_EIE 1 Thursday 11-1 The entertainment industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in many economies and is in fact becoming one of most prominent globally as well, in movies, music, television programming, advertising, broadcasting, cable, casino gambling and wagering, publishing, performing arts, sports, news reporting, theme parks, toys and games and mobile telecommunication with Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or

7 Entrepreneurial BAF_6_ENF 1 Wednesday 3-5 Managerial BAF_6_MFI 1 Friday 10-2 Multinational Firms and Global Trade BBS_6_MFG 1 Thursday 9-11, 12-2, or 3-5 Economics BBS_6_MGE 2 Thursday 10-2 Advanced Reporting BAF_6_AAR 2 Monday 10-2 This unit aims to provide course members with the knowledge and skills needed to critically analyse financial information and use it in the relentless pursuit of opportunity which is an important element of entrepreneurship. This unit is discipline based and stresses application, it is concerned with deal structure and contact design and entrepreneurs and outside investors. This module is about managing the finance function in a business enterprise by making value-maximising strategic financial decisions. Financial value is a function of cash, time and opportunity cost all key factors that financial managers need to consider when allocating scarce resources to competing uses. Since value maximisation requires the optimum balance of return and This module studies the role played by multinational firms in the global trading system. The course divides into two parts. The first half is concerned with the global trading system, both the theories of how and why countries engage in trade and the role played by governments, regional trading agreements and international institutions in the regulation of trade. This unit provides the essential tools for economic decision-making in business. It will provide students with an understanding of how economic theory and practice can inform managerial decisions and provide a range of tools for optimising the profitability of the firm and understanding the strategic management environment. Real-world case studies will illustrate This unit covers the principles of the regulation of financial reporting and conventions and practices of preparing single company financial accounts. Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Fundamentals of, or equivalent Intro to Macroeconomics. Students attend 1 of 3 sessions. Please highlight on the module selection form a preferred timeslot. Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or. Advanced Corporate Reporting BAF_6_ACR 2 Tuesday 1-5 Advanced Personal Taxation BAF 6 APT 2 Wednesday 1-5 Financial Analysis BAF_6_FAN 2 Tuesday 10-2 Global Financial Markets BBS_6_GFM 2 Friday 9-11, and 12-2 This is an elective module. The first part of the module exposes students to some of the techniques used by researchers to measure the value relevance of corporate disclosures and announcements. The second part of the module covers the advanced aspects of accounting for business combinations and introduces students to some of the contentious areas of This elective module focuses on the advanced aspects of the computation of the tax liabilities of individuals, including as an employee, or selfemployed. The module places emphasis on the ability to plan the tax affairs of an individual so as to minimise their liabilities. Assessment is via an individual assignment which is worth 60% of total This unit covers the principles, conventions and practices of financial accounting as applied to financial reporting and analysis based upon current International Financial Reporting Standards and in doing so students will be expected to gain knowledge of current and future developments in this area. Financial Reporting or reasonable equivalent Introduction to This unit analyses the increasing integration of international financial markets, its impact on the national economy and the way in which governments have responded to this situation. Fundamentals of Advanced Accounting Reporting Introduction to Financial management, Global (or Managing Financial Risk BAF_6_MFR 2 Tuesday 9-1 Personal finance BAF_6_PFI 2 Monday 9-1 Accounting for Performance BAF_6_APM Year long Tuesday 9-1 Financial Reporting BAF_6_FRE 1 Wednesday 9-1 The unit focuses on a particular class of risk that businesses face in the conduct of their commercial operations, namely, financial risk. It investigates how different financial risks can be managed using derivative securities. Among the key issues addressed are: the extent to which financial risks can be hedged ; the centrality of arbitrage and cost of carry This module is about the application of the principles of financial management in various aspects of personal financial planning such as budgeting, saving, borrowing and investing. Alternative avenues of investment and finance (both short-term and long-term) are examined from theoretical as well as practical perspectives, along with the important topical The module covers specialised management accounting topics in the areas of planning, control, decision-making and performance management. The module will help the student to understand and analyse the systems used by organisations to measure and manage their performance and to implement their strategies in a changing environment. Traditionally, this This module develops the skills in understanding and applying accounting standards in the preparation of financial statements. The module covers the preparation of financial statements for individual reporting entities. It covers the key technical aspects of corporate reporting and addresses theoretical issues such as earnings management and the arguments for and against Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Introduction to 6 40 Introduction to Accounting Financial Accounting Fundamentals

8 Portfolio Investment Analysis BAF_6_PIA 2 Friday 9-1 Applied Econometrics BBS_6_AEC 1 Wednesday This module is an introduction to the basic principles of finance and financial decision-making. It seeks to provide an elementary knowledge of finance, simultaneously highlighting the essential links between accounting and finance concepts; students would thereby be provided with a firm foundation in the theoretical as well as practical aspects of financial decision-making. Quantitative Literacy, and Introduction to Financial or reasonable equivalent The Study Abroad Team are awaiting this module guide. For further information on this module please contact your provider, or the study abroad team. Introduction to Econometrics Research BBM_5_MRE 1 TBC TBC Supply Chain and Logistics Control BBM_5_SCM 1 Wednesday 9-11, and 1-3, and 3-5 BAF_6_MAC 1 Monday 1-5 Strategic BBM_6_STM 1 Wednesday 9-11 and 1-3 Strategic Accounting (did not run in 16/17) The of Information Systems for Strategic Advantage BAF_6_SMA 1 Thursday 1-3 BBS_6_MIS 1 Friday 1-5 This unit covers the principles and practice of Research from problem definition through research design, analysis and conclusion. It provides students with the knowledge, techniques and skills required to plan and conduct a Research project as well as analyse and report the findings. This unit seeks to provide a profound and clear understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics and it operates in the practice in order to enhance value to customer. Students are introduced to supply chain Concepts and strategy and also learn the importance of a range of analytical tools to solve supply and logistic chain problems. Students are Practical Introduction to This unit is aimed at developing knowledge and skills in the application of management accounting techniques to quantitive and qualitative information for planning, decision making, performance evaluation an control. This Module provides a final year integrative course in strategic management and business policy. It is structured in relation to the three components of strategic management; firstly internal and external strategic analysis, secondly business and corporate level strategy formulation, thirdly issues in the implementation of strategy. As well as This unit will build upon prior knowledge gained from Accounting & Control, Performance and Strategic. The unit will consider the strategic aspects of management accounting and explore current issues in management accounting. Students will be expected to critically evaluate management accounting This unit places emphasis on the management of information systems within a global context. The unit will focus upon the use of information systems within business to gain strategic advantages over competitors. Pre-req: Introduction to. Students attend all sessions. Intro to, Intro to Accounting, Intro to Quantitative methods, management (or Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Level 6 Accounting & Control. Level 6 Performance Micro and Macro Economics, Information Systems in (or Law Training and Development BBM_6_TAD 1 Tuesday 11-1 People Resourcing BBM_6_PER 2 Friday 10-2 Tools of Science (did not run in 16/17) Advanced Law (did not run in 16/17) BBS_6_TMS 2 Wednesday 1-5 BBS_5_ABL 1 Friday 9-1 Law Contracts BBS_5_BCO 1 Wednesday 11-3 This level six undergraduate unit, Training and Development, develops an evaluative understanding of theoretical and practical issues involved in the identification of training needs (ITN), designing, delivering and evaluating training interventions. This unit encourages a critical stance towards related theory and practice. The unit includes a very practical assessment reflecting This unit investigates and analyses current practice and developments in employment resourcing with full regard to context. It addresses the breadth of resourcing issues and includes all the activities essential for the acquisition, management and retention of people through to the termination of employment. The Module examines some of the techniques of Science and uses them to solve a range of problems typically needing to be solved by managers who need to make decisions. The techniques used include those used in dynamic programming, inventory control, quality control, queuing theory and Markov processes. This unit provides the opportunity to develop the general principles of English Law as they relate to the provision of goods and services. The law relating to agency agreements, partnerships and corporation will also be considered. Professional Practice and OB (level 4) & Principles of HRM (level 5) Principles of HRM or reasonably close equivalent Quantitative Methods, or equivalent Introduction to Law, or equivalent This module enables students to appreciate the legal rules relating to the formation, contents, and methods of discharge of business contracts, and the consequences that flow from such contracts where they are breached. Intro to Law, or equivalent

9 Consumer and Buyer Behaviour Ethical Practice (did not run in 16/17) BBM_5_CBB 1 Thursday 10-2 BBM_5_EPR 1 Friday 9-1 Managing the Offer BBM_5_MTO 1 Tuesday and 1-3 Integrated Communication BBM_5_IMC 2 Thursday 1-3 and 4-6 Ethics and Law BBM_5_MEL 2 Friday 10-2 Retailing BBM_5_RET 2 Thursday 9-1 Retail BBM_5_REM 2 Friday 10-12, and 1-3 International BBM_6_INM 1 Thursday 9-1 for the 21st Century BBM_6_MCU 1 Tuesday 9-11, and Research BBM_6_MRE 1 Friday 9-1 Strategy & Planning BBM_6_MSP 1 Wednesday 11-3 Advertising and Promotion BBM_6_APR 2 Wednesday 9-1 Brand BBM_6_BMG 2 Thursday 10-2 This module examines the behavioural concepts and theories relating to consumer & buyer behaviour and the decision-making process buyers are likely to use when making a purchase. It includes the study of how consumer behaviour is influenced by individuals' socio-cultural factors such as family, social groups and group processes, social class, culture and The ethical practice unit adopts an experiential personal inquiry (formative learning) approach to understanding ethical theory. In this way learners are facilitated towards developing and enhancing their ethical consciousness as appropriate to managing in the 21st century. The unit is, therefore, aimed at those learners who desire to better understand themselves and how they This unit aims to build upon students existing knowledge of marketing to develop the ability to evaluate the fundamental issues and current theories relating to offer marketing. This unit will enable students to recognise the similarities and differences between offers situated on varying points of the product ~ service continuum. Students will focus on application of the This unit is intended to provide BA, Combined Honours and Arts students with an insight into the theory and practice of Communications as an integrated discipline. It covers the broad range of methods companies employ to communicate with their many and varied audiences, including both traditional and less obvious tactics. By This unit will investigate the relationship between law and ethics identifying areas of controversy where ethical issues surface. To achieve this students will be introduced to fundamental principles of ethics and ethical reasoning so that they can debate ethical and legal issues and dilemmas. Students will analyse the fundamental role of This module has been designed to cover all the aspects of modern retailing practice, which has been extended and linked to include retail operations management and retailing services. It uses retailing practices and assignments based on current retailing strategies, research and consultancy with major retailers. The focus is primarily based upon retailing This module will provide students with an understanding of the integral nature of marketing within the retail sector by focusing on current industry practices. Retail marketing influences our daily lives in our roles as consumers and shoppers. Its study therefore encompasses a wide range of activities such as environmental analysis; retail marketing research; Trends towards free trade, economic integration, highly developed communications and technology, and the opening up of economies previously closed to the World have resulted in national economies becoming inextricably linked. National economies of the world are now highly interdependent, as if part of one Global Marketplace. International This unit is intended to approach marketing from a current, up-to-date thinking and future perspective. Enormous and rapid changes are constantly occurring in today s marketing society. The internet and technology are known drivers of this change but they are not alone. New thinking, political, social and economic drivers, increased self-reliance and research is the method by which successful businesses keep in touch with their consumers' needs and wants and understand the strategic fit between firm and ever-changing marketing environment. Insight is power in marketing, and you'll learn about the many techniques available to researchers who seek to collect and analyse data to inform marketing Strategy & Planning allows students to apply prior marketing learning in a commercial setting to develop a marketing strategy. The unit delivers a thorough understanding of marketing strategy and planning. It encourages the development of strategic thinking through a live case study project, in which students will first plan and conduct research to meet the This module provides students with insights into theories and practice of advertising and promotion. The emergence of an integrated approach to marketing communications as a result of growing global competition and the significant shift in marketing philosophy from transaction to relationship marketing is addressed. Critical understanding and application of emerging The Brand unit provides a strategic and tactical approach to learning and applying the key theories, frameworks and models of current brand marketing to solve management problems. This unit will prepare the student for a career in brand management by using a practical approach for the application of complex theoretical ideas. Students will be assessed with Introduction to Economics (or Introduction to Introduction to Introduction to Introduction to Introduction to (or. Students must attend one 2 hour session. Please express a preference on your module (or Introduction to. (or Introduction to (or

10 Consumer Behaviour BBM_6_COB 2 Friday Direct & Digital Strategy and Strategy Lecture: 11-1; Seminar 1-3 or 3-5 BBM_6_DDM 2 Wednesday 10-2 BBM_5_MMS 2 Tuesday 3-5, and 9-11, or 11-1, or 1-3 Public Relations BBM_6_PRE 2 Wednesday 11-3 Social Strategy BBM_6_SMS 2 Friday 11-3 The field of consumer behaviour is a dynamic discipline, which many regard as an applied social science. Accordingly, the value of the knowledge generated should be judged in terms of its ability to improve the effectiveness of marketing practice. Consumer behaviour is influenced by many perspectives and is interdisciplinary, evidenced by research ranging This unit builds on the knowledge of marketing and digital technologies accumulated over Level 4 and 5, introducing the principles and theories of digital and data lead marketing strategy and how to use these to synthesis relevant data to implement appropriate digital and direct business solutions. It provides an understanding of the concepts and skills required in today s For most organisations, marketing is the single most important determinant of success. is a management philosophy. It recognises that the success of an organisation depends on meeting customers present and future needs & wants more effectively than its competitors. Today s business environment is changing faster than ever, and the stream of new This course covers the basic principles, processes and applications of Public Relations and Practice. It looks at the role of PR as part of Integrated Communications within the marketing function. The unit focuses on the practical and creative aspects of planning and developing PR communications techniques. It, therefore, combines theory Social marketing is defined as the use of marketing principles to influence human behaviour in order to benefit society. This unit is therefore concerned with the role of marketing as a strategic tool for civil society organisations emphasising the importance of planning and control to achieve organisational sustainability and social benefit. The unit examines Economics, Intro to, Intro to (or Intro to (or Introduction to (or (or