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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Master of Business Administration in Business Management
Awarding institution Liverpool John Moores University
Teaching institution European College of Business Management
JACS Code N
Programme Duration Part-Time: 1 Year Language of Programme All LJMU programmes are delivered and assessed in English
Subject benchmark statement General Business and Management ( general masters degrees)
Programme accredited by Description of accreditation
Validated target and alternative exit awards Master of Business Administration in Business Management
Link Tutor Amanda Mason
Educational aims of the programme
The aims of the MBA programme are to equip students with the following:
- a systematic understanding of relevant knowledge about organisations, their external context and how they are managed;
- the ability to apply relevant knowledge to a range of complex situations taking account of its relationship and interaction with other areas of the business or organisation;
- a critical awareness of current issues in business and management which is informed by leading edge research and practice in the field;
4 an understanding of appropriate techniques sufficient to allow detailed investigation into relevant business and management issues;
- creativity in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to develop and interpret knowledge in business and management;
- the ability to acquire and analyse data and information, to evaluate their relevance and validity, and to synthesise a range of information in the context of new situations;
7 conceptual understanding that enables the student to:
a. evaluate the rigour and validity of published research and assess its relevance to new situations
b. use existing research and scholarship to identify new or revised approaches to practice;
8 the ability to conduct research into business and management issues that requires familiarity with a range of business data, research sources and appropriate methodologies, and for such to inform the overall learning process
9 the ability to communicate effectively using a range of media (for example, orally, in writing, and through digital media);
10 the ability to operate effectively in a variety of team roles and take leadership roles, where appropriate 11 the ability to take an international perspective including understanding the impact of globalisation on businesses, societies and the environment and the ethical implications.
Target award Learning Outcomes - Master of Business
Administration
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:
- Critically appraise the integration of management concepts and business philosophies, along with their theoretical and practical significance in today's environment.
- Critically evaluate the integration of subject areas and analysis of their importance and impact in the decision-making process
- Analyse the principles and practice of business operations and the managing of resources: financial, informational and human
- Evaluate the effectiveness of management 'tools' in making strategic decisions
- Critically evaluate the importance of technical skills and the application of research strategies in making management decisions.
- Critically reason and analyse complex business issues both systematically and innovatively.
- Integrate and rigorously evaluate business and management disciplines using a variety of sources
- Evaluate and draw reasoned conclusions from structured and unstructured problems and data.
- Collect, appraise and critically analyse quantitative, qualitative and multi-source data
- Utilise problem solving and decision making skills. B6. Critically appraise published academic and business literature
- Critically appraise published academic and business literature
- Evaluate and critically appraise organisation policy and practice
- Reflect on personal learning
- Demonstrate effective and professional communication and problem solving skills.
- Select effective information collection methods and use the most appropriate analytical tools.
- Apply concepts, knowledge and skills to work-based practice.
- Recognise and take account of financial and resource implications in the development of business plans and projects.
- Communicate effectively across a variety of media.
- Reflect on independent learning.
- Apply the most appropriate methods of data collection and analysis to an organisational issue or problem.
- Structure and communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
- Participate constructively as a member of a team.
- Manage time and work to deadlines.
- Work independently.
- Competently use ICT resources.
- Use creative, imaginative and innovative thinking in both problem solving and decision making activities.
- Practice and promote on-going personal development.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
The methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated are as follows:
There is an integration between theory and practice by a variety of means. Where appropriate, participants are expected to capitalise on their current and prior experience. The LTA strategy makes available opportunities for participants to reflect on their knowledge, experience and practice. This also leads to participants being able to modify and develop their own, and others', business practices.
The LTA strategy is based on a combination of structured tuition and student-centred learning. Methods adopted include lecture, tutorial, practical, workshops, 'real world' business case study analysis, video, group discussion and business simulations.
This approach is intended to facilitate students taking ownership and responsibility for their own learning. All are addressed formatively through contributions to discussions and direct contact with tutors in group discussions.
Materials required to support and inform learners to achieve all outcomes are provided throughout the programme and include books, journal articles and case studies as well as tutor notes. All modules are
(60 credits)
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 use of 'live' case studies, visiting practitioners and business simulation exercises ensures that the programme focuses strongly on the world of work. All students are in employment and the ethos of the programme is to provide ‘theory into practice’.
Criteria for admission
Mature entry All students who enter the second taught stage of the award will have successfully completed the Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership at ECBM, mapped against 70 credits of the MBA programme.
A good level of proficiency in the English language is required as the entire programme is delivered in English. Students who enter the programme at the second taught stage, having successfully completed the Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, will be considered to have achieved the required standard of English.
If a candidate applies to enter the programme at the first taught stage of the award, without the DSML, and where English is not the candidates first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 must be achieved with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.
To enter the first year we expect the students to have the stated required qualification/work profile as outlined in the programme specification, i.e. students must be employed, have 3-5 year appropriate work experience and show appropriate academic proficiency (Bachelor or Bachelor-level academic achievement).
It is of benefit if the candidates have some work experience, however it is not essential. It is not a prerequisite to have working experience, and a candidate who does not have such experience would not be disadvantaged, but this simply acknowledges that any candidate who has work experience will be able to relate their learning to that experience.
External Quality Benchmarks
All programmes leading to LJMU awards have been designed and approved in accordance with the UK Quality Code for Higher Education, including the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in the UK (FHEQ) and subject benchmark statements where applicable.
The University is subject to periodic review of its quality and standards by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) Published review reports are available on the QAA website at www.qaa.ac.uk
Programmes which are professionally accredited are reviewed by professional, statutory and regulatory bodies (PSRBs) and such programmes must meet the competencies/standards of those PSRBs.
Support for students and their learning
The University aims to provide students with access to appropriate and timely information, support and guidance to ensure that they are able to benefit fully from their time at LJMU. All students are assigned a Personal Tutor to provide academic support and when necessary signpost students to the appropriate University support services.
Students are able to access a range of professional services including:
- Advice on practical aspects of study and how to use these opportunities to support and enhance their personal and academic development. This includes support for placements and careers guidance. - Student Advice and Wellbeing Services provide students with advice, support and information, particularly in the areas of: student funding and financial matters, disability, advice and support to international students, study support, accommodation, health, wellbeing and counselling. - Students studying for an LJMU award at a partner organisation will have access to local support services
Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of
teaching and learning
Student Feedback and Evaluation
The University uses the results of student feedback from internal and external student surveys (such as module evaluations, the NSS and PTES), module evaluation questionnaires and meetings with student representatives to improve the quality of programmes.
Staff development
The quality of teaching is assured through staff review and staff development in learning, teaching and 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.
