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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Business with International Business Management
Awarding institution LJMU Teaching institution LJMU UCAS Code NN JACS Code Programme Duration Full-Time: 3 Years, Sandwich Thick: 4 Years Language of Programme All LJMU programmes are delivered and assessed in English Subject benchmark statement General business and management 2019 QAA 2471 11/ Programme accredited by Description of accreditation Validated target and alternative exit awards Bachelor of Science with Honours in Business with International Business Management Bachelor of Science with Honours (SW) in Business with International Business Management Diploma of Higher Education in Business with International Business Management Diploma in Higher Education (SW) in Business with International Business Management Certificate of Higher Education in Business with International Business Management
Programme Leader Lucy McGrath
Educational aims of the programme
The BSc (Hons.) Business with international business management programme aims to produce graduates who have: Acquired knowledge of business theories, models and techniques and issues rigorously and who have the practical skills needed within the business environment. Developed the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in business or to undertake a further academic study. Developed the personal and key skills to enable them to work effectively on their own and within teams and to be able to meet the challenges of working in a changeable business environment. Developed knowledge and skills in international business management. The ability to apply their skills and knowledge in a work situation. The optional placement/sandwich modules seek to enhance the intellectual skills needed to develop and embed a positive attitude to lifelong learning for those students on this option. Fully engaged with the Future Focus programme and have the ability to reflect on challenging and successful experiences to enhance their professional development.
Alternative Exit/ Interim Award Learning Outcomes - Certificate of Higher Education A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
Use a range of appropriate business software. Describe the structure, functions, processes and management of business organisations. Apply basic quantitative techniques to business problems. Alternative Exit/ Interim Award Learning Outcomes - Diploma in Higher Education (SW) A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
Demonstrate the transferable skills and knowledge gained from completing a sandwich year placement in employment or study abroad year. This is in addition to the learning outcomes listed below. Alternative Exit/ Interim Award Learning Outcomes - Diploma of Higher Education A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
Use a range of appropriate business software. Analyse the structure, functions, processes and management of business organisations. Apply quantitative techniques to business problems.
Target award Learning Outcomes - Bachelor of Science with
Honours
A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired the following subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes. A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and ability to analyse and evaluate the nature, structure, functions, processes of business organisations and international business implications.
- Understand the role of international business management in a business organisation recognising its development and implications.
- Apply international business management concepts and philosophy to private, public and not-for-profit sector organisations.
- Recognise the importance of collecting relevant data, and the variety or information sources, both primary and secondary.
- Analyse the contemporary issues in international business management.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the business communications tools and the need for integration.
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of international business management.
- Demonstrate an awareness of strategic, legal and ethical issues affecting business organisations.
- Apply the skills necessary for academic study and enquiry.
- Select, use and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
- Analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
- Utilise judgement to draw appropriate conclusions and make recommendations.
- Analyse, evaluate and synthesise theoretical and applied knowledge and information to develop a coherent understanding and conclusion.
- Develop own leadership, team working and other personal qualities necessary for a career in international business management.
- Apply problem solving and decision making skills.
- Act with increasing autonomy to conduct research into business and management issues.
- Develop a range of work-related skills that demonstrates business acumen.
- Utilise appropriate ICT software and critically evaluate internet sources.
- Plan, manage, review and evaluate own learning.
- Work effectively on their own and as part of a team.
- Manage time effectively by learning to plan and prioritise their work in order to meet specified deadlines.
Programme structure - programme rules and modules
Students will be offered the opportunity of either a study abroad or a placement year at Level 5. Students will be offered a semester abroad in semester 2 of Level 5(60 credits). However students cannot take up the study abroad year AND the semester 2 abroad option Semester 2 Abroad 60 credits at Level 5 will be replaced with appropriate study abroad. Students will be enrolled onto a single study abroad module (5020LBSBW) which will replace the semester 2 modules on the standard programme. This study abroad should cover the same learning outcomes as the modules being replaced. The modules to be studied in the host institution must be agreed in advance Study Abroad Year The programme will offer the opportunity of an additional study year abroad following Level 5. Students will be enrolled on a 480 credit honours with study abroad programme. Of those 480 credits, 120 will be taken via a Level 5 study abroad module (5021LBSBW) the modules to be studied in the host institution must be agreed in advance. Sandwich Year The aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement their programme of study at LJMU. This will give the students the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to their programme of study, as well as attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment. The placement year will follow Level 5 and students will be enrolled on a 480 credit honours sandwich programme and also onto the module 5022LBSBW Level 5 Options At Level 5 students can choose either 5002LBSBW Managing People and Organisations or 5006LBSBW Modern Language for Business At Level 5 students can choose either 5013LBSBW International Crises or 5004LBSBW Practical Digital Marketing Skills
Level 6 Potential Awards on completion Bachelor of Science with Honours Core Option Award Requirements 6001LBSBW Sustainable Futures (20 credits) 6002LBSBW Global Marketing ( credits) 6003LBSBW Strategic Management (20 credits) 6005LBSBW Business Consultancy (20 credits) 6010LBSBW Global Business Environment (20 credits) 6011LBSBW Cross Cultural Management (20 credits)
120 core credits at level 6 0 option credits at level 6
Level 5 Potential Awards on completion Core Option Award Requirements 5003LBSBW Business Research (10 credits) 5005LBSBW Business Analytics ( credits) 5010LBSBW International Trade ( credits) 5011LBSBW Business In Emerging Markets (20 credits) 5100LBSBW Employability Skills (20 credits)
5002LBSBW Managing People and Organisations (10 credits) 5004LBSBW Practical Digital Marketing Skills (20 credits) 5006LBSBW Modern Language for Business (10 credits) 5013LBSBW International Crises (20 credits)
90 core credits at level 5 30 option credits at level 5
Level 4 Potential Awards on completion Core Option Award Requirements 4001LBSBW Academic Skills and Digital Literacy (20 credits) 4002LBSBW Foundation of Marketing (20 credits) 4003LBSBW Economics ( credits) 4004LBSBW Accounting and Finance (20 credits) 4005LBSBW Global Business Management (20 credits) 4006LBSBW Media Communications (20 credits)
120 core credits at level 4 0 option credits at level 4
Information about assessment regulations
All programmes leading to LJMU awards operate within the University's Academic Framework. https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/public-information/academic-quality-and-regulations/academic-framework
Opportunities for work-related learning ( location and nature of
activities)
The four elements of Work Related Learning (WRL):
- Learning about oneself
- Learning and practising skills
- Experiencing the world of work
- Experiencing and learning how to learn and manage oneself in a range of situations will be addressed through the continuing development of graduate skills that are embedded into the programmes as well as via campus based work related learning. With respect to elements 1, 2 and 4 the team is of the opinion that the comprehensive mapping exercise of the graduate skills clearly demonstrates that these elements are incorporated into the Programmes, as all the skills will be taught, practised and assessed via the core and specialist modules The programme also has a strong employability focus at all levels with modules mapped to the LJMU Student Employability, Enterprise and Employment Strategy 2019-
Criteria for admission
A/AS Level 112 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. Key skills points are accepted in accordance with the UCAS tariff. BTEC National Diploma 112 UCAS Tariff points. Irish Leaving Certificate 112 UCAS Tariff points including 5 Highers Scottish Higher 117 UCAS Tariff points International Baccalaureate 30 points from IB Diploma Access Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject. Of the level 3 units, at least half must be Merit grade or above. Higher national diploma Pearson/Edexcel HND and foundation degree awards in a relevant subject area will be considered for direct entry into Level 6
assessment.
Internal Review All programmes are reviewed annually and periodically, informed by a range of data and feedback, to ensure quality and standards of programmes and to make improvements to programmes. External Examining External examiners are appointed to programmes to assess whether:
- the University is maintaining the threshold academic standards set for awards in accordance with the FHEQ and applicable subject benchmark statements - the assessment process measures student achievement rigorously and fairly against the intended outcomes of the programme(s) and is conducted in line with University policies and regulations - the academic standards are comparable with those in other UK higher education institutions of which external examiners have experience - the achievement of students are comparable with those in other UK higher education institutions of which the external examiners have experience and to provide informative comment and recommendations on: - good practice and innovation relating to learning, teaching and assessment observed by external examiners - opportunities to enhance the quality of the learning opportunities provided to students
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content, teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in module and programme guides.
