IMPORTANT: BA (Hons) Business Induction Information here...

News & Announcements

Please check this page, and the BA (Hons) Business Moodle site regularly, for updates.

Programme drop in information (subject to change) can be found here.

Friday 30th October 2020

Honours Discussion Series

I am pleased to confirm, a new feature of the BA (Hons) Business programme, the Honours Discussion Series. This series of events will focus on a particular topic or business-related issue, which I hope instigates both discussion and debate.

Details of the first two sessions are below:

Session 1: Organisations, People, and restarting the Economy: What now for Businesses amidst and Post Pandemic? - Wednesday 18th November 2020, 6:30-8pm

Session 1 Link: https://meet.google.com/hnr-vvdq-jcw

Session 2: Empiricism & Investigation of the new Business Context: Critical Reflection on applied Dissertation Skills - Tuesday 15th December 2020, 6:30-8pm

Session 2 Link: https://meet.google.com/fni-emeu-ubz

Each session will involve members of the Programme Team hosting, who will start and pose the main question to the attendees. Students are encouraged to submit any questions prior to the event. As students progress in their final year, it is important that they can critically discuss and evaluate central and surrounding business, organisational, and societal issues. Much like during the dissertation journey, this should involve referring to real-events, scenarios, and secondary research where relevant.

So, I hope that this interests you, and I look forward to seeing you at these sessions!

Session 1: Wednesday 18th November, 6:30 - 8pm - link to Register HERE

Session 2: Tuesday 15th December, 6:30 - 8pm - link to Register HERE

Wednesday 21st October 2020

BA (Hons) Business - Scheduled, Online Drop-Ins (Trimester 1)*

Drop-in dates are now listed on the Drop-in Page.

*Subject to change.

Thursday 15th October 2020

BA (Hons) Business - 15th October 2020 (Teaching Week 2 Round-up)

1. Please read the information below carefully.

Students should ensure that they are:

Enrolled onto their core modules
Their modules add to a total of 120 at the correct level
Be enrolled onto any module(s) from last year (2019/2020) where there was a resubmit or re-attend decision.

Additionally, please read all module and programme information via the BA Business site (links below):

Home Page - https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/home
Modules - https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme/modules
Programme - https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme

2. Honours – Trimester 2 New Options

As discussed during induction last week, there are two new additions to the suite of optional modules for Honours students (Level 10):

Managing Organisational Relationships - 20 credits - Module Descriptor Link
Organisational Transformation - 20 credits - Module Descriptor Link

Both commence from Trimester 2, and are available at both campuses.

If you wish to replace an option with one of these, etc., please let me know.

3. Student Rep Nomination

Please watch the video below, with regards to Student Representation and Nomination.

4. Year Support Leads (YSLs)

Year Support Lead details are on the BA Business Moodle site.

Please let your support lead know if you have any questions concerning timetables or module choices etc.

Please note: your support lead is your programme level contact. During certain times of the academic year (induction and enrolment, end of trimester, etc.), YSLs and myself may experience a large number of emails. Your wellbeing and progression on the programme are very important, and we shall respond to you as soon as we can during these times.

5. Weekly Drop-ins

Weekly drop-ins (not compulsory) Start this week: https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/news-announcements/weekly-drop-ins - for links and info.

Wednesday's 4-5pm (First and Second Years)
Friday's 4-5pm (Third and Fourth Years)

Any questions, of course please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kind Regards,

Robert

Wednesday 14th October 2020

Student Representation Video

How to nominate yourself SU Elections.mp4

Tuesday 6th October 2020

FAO: Honours Students (Level 10) ONLY - T2 Options

There are two new additions to the suite of optional modules for Honours students (Level 10):

Managing Organisational Relationships - 20 credits - Module Descriptor Link
Organisational Transformation - 20 credits - Module Descriptor Link

Both commence from Trimester 2, and are available at both campuses.

Sunday 4th October 2020

Weekly Drop Ins - Update

Students are invited to weekly drop-ins - starting week commencing Monday 12th October, 2020.

Details and links are within the 'Weekly Drop Ins' Page.

Tuesday 29th September 2020

Academic Skills Workshops - Dates and Details below:

Academic Skills Slides.pdf

Tuesday 29th September 2020

International Student Support - Important Dates

Please see important dates within Induction page.

Friday 25th September 2020

WELCOME (WELCOME BACK)! - BA (Hons) Business 2020 / 2021

Hello,

May I take this opportunity to welcome you, or welcome you back, to the BA (Hons) Business programme! I hope that you have a very productive and enjoyable year of study.

We have all experienced many challenges in recent months, but as your Programme Leader, I am here to support you in your learning and progress!

The university has introduced several measures and initiatives so that you can continue your education – whether we have on-campus activity in some form (over the academic session) or taught classes are online-based. Please note, that during Trimester 1, modules will be delivered online. You should regularly check your student emails and Aula/Moodle module sites for more information from your module coordinators and tutors.

Some important links within this site include:

News & Announcements:

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/news-announcements

Programme Information:

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme

Module Information:

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme/modules

Induction:

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/induction

LIVE Inductions (Live Links & Session Slides):

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/induction/induction-2020-live-sessions-slides

Student Support:

https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/student-support-info

Furthermore, the new UWS BA Business Society is in development, and it would be a great opportunity for students to take the lead and get involved. There will be more information in due course!

During the Academic Session, I will be hosting numerous drop-ins, information sessions, and themed events where surrounding departments within the university will be invited to speak with students (such as careers and employability). Therefore, look out for announcements as they are posted!

Next week (week commencing Monday 28^th September) live inductions will take place. Please see dates, times, and links below:

First (Level 7)

Monday 28^th September @ 10am

https://meet.google.com/exz-amnp-qyg

Second (Level 8 – New Entrants)

Tuesday 29^th September @ 10am

https://meet.google.com/bfv-xhpu-cdy

Second (Level 8 – Continuing Students)

Tuesday 29^th September @ 1pm

https://meet.google.com/vqr-qvwd-fdc

Third (Level 9 – New Entrants)

Thursday 1^st October @ 10am

https://meet.google.com/rxs-afpc-gpe

Third (Level 9 - Continuing Students)

Thursday 1^st October @ 1pm

https://meet.google.com/sgk-uexq-owe

Fourth (Honours – Level 10)

Monday 28^th September @ 1pm

https://meet.google.com/tvc-nsqo-gya

I look forward to meeting you all next week, and throughout the academic year.

Take care, and speak to you soon!

Kind Regards,

Dr Robert Crammond

Programme Leader – BA (Hons) Business

Tuesday 22nd September 2020

Language Module Options (Trimester 1 & 2) & English Language Support

Please see within the Modules page of the BA Business site information with regards to the following:

Language Options for Trimester 1 - (provisional details for Trimester 2, also)
English Language Support (Advice & Form)

Contact details, if you have any questions, are included within.

Friday 18th September 2020

On Campus Engagement

During Trimester 1, there will be Programme-led events (both online and on campus where possible). However, in addition, when it is safe to do so, students can come onto campus one day a week to access:

The Library
The Student Hub
Perhaps meet students in the cafe (socially distanced and as per regulations)
etc.

Please ensure that you regularly check university announcements with regards to on campus activity.

Students should visit the following page, for more information concerning returning to study for Session 2020/2021 - https://www.uws.ac.uk/about-uws/welcome/

Thursday 17th September 2020

UWS Careers & Skills Portal

Please see link below, concerning the UWS Careers & Skills Portal.

It contains information, events details, and helpful resources:

https://uws.careercentre.me/welcome/uws

Wednesday 16th September 2020

The Scottish Graduate Fair 2020

This event is now open to register. The Graduate fair will be held virtually on 13 October, from 10am – 4pm. Students and graduates from all universities are welcome. To find out more and register, details are here.

Becoming a Student Representative - Open Sessions for all Students

See below session details for more information about Student Representation at UWS.

Becoming a Student Rep – open to all students
Mon 5th Oct
2pm-3pm
Open to all students who want to find out more about Student Representation at UWS
https://zoom.us/j/96737792294?pwd=aTBqV2VuTzRSVlZKbFhXU1lnSnpYUT09

Becoming a Student Rep – open to all students
Mon 5th Oct
4pm-5pm
Open to all students who want to find out more about Student Representation at UWS
https://zoom.us/j/96737792294?pwd=aTBqV2VuTzRSVlZKbFhXU1lnSnpYUT09

Friday 11th September 2020

BA (Hons) Business - Session 2020/2021 Timetables

Timetables for modules and the BA (Hons) Business programme will begin to be available from Monday 14^thSeptember.

Please note, that this is subject to change, especially in some option module areas as student numbers are confirmed, etc.

Students should read previous enrolment and induction information carefully, as well as view this site regularly for news and updates.

Wednesday 9th September 2020

UWS Careers Industry Insight Session

Thursday 2pm with Hannah Dewar @FDMGroup

Topics: The virtual recruitment processes & Impressing employers.

To register, email lynsey.mcmahon@uws.ac.uk

Please see details of the Pre-Induction Events for new and continuing students from next week (w/c Monday 14th September):

UWS Systems Support Sessions
Library Support Workshops

BA BUSINESS - ENROLMENT & PROGRAMME ENGAGEMENT

Wednesday 2nd September 2020

UWS Welcome Message & COVID Information

Students should visit the following page, for more information concerning returning to study for Session 2020/2021 - https://www.uws.ac.uk/about-uws/welcome/

Also, ensure that you read important COVID-related information that is sent to you.

Enrolment for 2020/2021

A stated in previous messages, students should ensure that they are enrolled for the upcoming 2020/2021 session.

Students should be enrolled onto 120 credits of modules for the year, at the correct level.

If you must repeat or resubmit towards a module or modules from the last academic session (2019/2020), then you should ensure that you are enrolled onto these also. Failure to do so may result in a delay to your progression.
If you have submitted coursework or have been undertaking a module during the summer Trimester (Trimester 3), then you may not be able to enrol at the moment. Further information will be detailed on your student self-service banner.

The following list confirms the core and optional module credit balances for each level (what students should be enrolled onto for each year):

First Year (Level 7): Cores: 90; Options: Select 30 = 120 credits
Second Year (Level 8): Cores: 60; Options: Select 60 = 120 credits
Third Year (Level 9): Cores: 70; Options: Select 50 = 120 credits
Fourth Year (Level 10): Cores: 70; Options: Select 50 = 120 credits

Online Induction

Please see dates below, with further details to follow:

New Entrants

First Year (Level 7) - Monday 28th September, 10am
Second Year (Level 8) - Tuesday 29th September, 10am
Third Year (Level 9) - Thursday 1st October, 10am

Continuing Students

Second Year (Level 8) - Tuesday 29th September, 1pm
Third Year (Level 9) - Thursday 1st October, 1pm
Fourth (Honours) Year (Level 10) - Monday 28th September, 1pm

By Friday 2nd October, students should contact the Programme Leader if they have any questions regarding enrolment, module choices, etc.

Programme Engagement

Over the course of a trimester, there will be opportunities for students and student representatives to attend sessions or events, and talk about modules and the programme, etc:

Trimester 1

Information Sessions (typically weeks 1 & 2) - Enrolment & Induction, etc. - w/c Monday 5th October & Monday 12th October 2020
Programme Catch up (end of first month of trimester) - w/c Monday 26th October 2020
Mid-trimester Catch up (around weeks 5 & 6) - w/c Monday 9th November 2020
SSLG Meetings (around weeks 7 to 9) - w/c Monday 23rd November 2020
Programme-related Event(s) (around weeks 10 to 14) - from w/c Monday 7th December 2020
End of Trimester Catch up (around weeks 11 to 13) - w/c Monday 11th January 2021

Trimester 2

Information Sessions (typically weeks 1 & 2) - Enrolment & Induction, etc. - w/c Monday 1st February & Monday 8th February 2021
Programme Catch up (end of first month of trimester) - w/c Monday 22nd February 2021
Mid-trimester Catch up (around weeks 5 & 6) - w/c Monday 8th March 2021
SSLG Meetings (around weeks 7 to 9) - w/c Monday 22nd March 2021
Programme-related Event(s) (around weeks 10 to 14) - from w/c Monday 19th April 2021
End of Trimester Catch up (around weeks 11 to 13) - w/c Monday 17th May 2021

All dates are provisional and subject to change

BA BUSINESS - OPTIONAL MODULES INFORMATION

Tuesday 1st September 2020

Please note that optional modules are subject to change, as per campus delivery and/or enrolled cohort size.

BA BUSINESS SEPTEMBER 2020 INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT / MODULES INFORMATION

Monday 24th August 2020

Welcome Message & Information

Please read the welcome / welcome back message and information in relation to learning and teaching from September 2020:

https://www.uws.ac.uk/about-uws/welcome/

BA Business Site

Please see some very important links below:

BA Business Site- https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/home
Programme Information- https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme
Modules- https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/the-programme/modules
September 2020 Induction & Enrolment- https://sites.google.com/sbe.uws.ac.uk/ba-hons-business/induction

Students should take the time to read the information on this site very carefully.

Module Choices & Enrolment

Most students should now be able to enrol and therefore confirm their core and optional modules for 2020/2021. Students should be enrolled onto 120 credits of modules for the year, at the correct level.

If you must repeat or resubmit towards a module or modules from the last academic session (2019/2020), then you should ensure that you are enrolled onto these also. Failure to do so may result in a delay to your progression.
If you have submitted coursework or have been undertaking a module during the summer Trimester (Trimester 3), then you may not be able to enrol at the moment. Further information will be detailed on your student self-service banner.