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IMPORTANT: BA (Hons) Business Induction Information here...
Planning your learner journey...
Planning your learner journey...
Your learning is made up of modules*. Cores must be completed in order to progress, with additional Optional modules being selected (click for list of options per level, below). Students should attain 120 credits, each year, at each level. Modules which run during the full trimester are usually 20 credits, with half trimester modules typically being 10 credits.
Credit Balances per Level (for Session 22/23):
First Year (Level 7): Cores: 100; Options: Select 20
Second Year (Level 8): Cores: 60; Options: Select 60
Third Year (Level 9): Cores: 80; Options: Select 40
Fourth Year (Level 10): Cores: 80; Options: Select 40
Detailed Module Information can be found by searching (by module), on the
Programme Specification & Module Descriptor Catalogue.
*Please note that modules listed below may be subject to change.
First Year
First Year
In Year 1, students will be introduced to key areas of business including finance, human resources management, marketing, economics, as well as developing practical skills in communication techniques, time management, academic writing, and presentation skills.
Options include topics concerning entrepreneurialism, leadership, law, and events.
First Year - Core Modules
First Year - Core Modules
Term 1
Introducing People Management - 20 credits
Introduction to Marketing - 20 credits
Term 2
Business Finance - 20 credits
Term 1 and Term 2 (these modules continue over both terms)
ASPIRE - 20 credits
Organisation in Society - 20 credits
First Year - Optional Modules
First Year - Optional Modules
Term 2 (all modules below are 20 credits and you will select only of these and these only run in Term 2)
Business Economics
Data Analysis
Entrepreneurial Opportunity
Tourism & The Experience Economy
Digital Design 1
Please check campus availability as not all modules are taught on both campuses.
Note: Language options are also available please contact your programme leader if you are interested in these to discuss possible options.
Detailed Module Information can be found by searching (by module), on the
Second Year
Second Year
In Year 2, students will develop skills and apply knowledge across a range of business disciplines. Students can specialise in a particular area, such as human resource management, or marketing, or pursue a much broader business degree.
This is the typical entry point for applicants who have successfully completed a relevant HNC.
Second Year - Core Modules
Second Year - Core Modules
Term 1
Business Intelligence - 10 credits
Organisational Behaviour - 20 credits
Term 2
Operations Management - 20 credits
Quantitative Data Analysis - 10 credits
Second Year - Optional Modules
Second Year - Optional Modules
Term 1
Business Accelerator - 20 credits
Business Ethics in a Global Context - 20 credits
Professional Development Experience 1 - 20 credits
Term 2
Contemporary Consumer Behaviour - 20 credits
Creative Business Project - 20 credits
Talent Management - 20 credits
Please check campus availability as not all modules are taught on both campuses.
Note: Language options are also available please contact your programme leader if you are interested in these to discuss possible options.
Detailed Module Information can be found by searching (by module), on the
Third Year
Third Year
In Year 3, students will develop an understanding of the complex issues at work in the general and specialist areas of business, management, and strategy, as well as appreciate and reflect on the impact of entrepreneurship, marketing, and leadership within businesses today.
This is the typical entry point for applicants who have successfully completed a relevant HND.
Third Year - Core Modules
Third Year - Core Modules
Term 1
Project Management - 10 credits
Strategy and Strategists - 20 credits
Emerging Business Issues - 10 credits
Term 2
Enterprise Creation - 20 credits
Knowledge Management Principles - 10 credits
Leadership - 10 credits
Third Year - Optional Modules
Third Year - Optional Modules
Term 1
Managing Performance & Reward - 20 credits
Marketing Communications Mix - 20 credits
Term 2
Critical Employment Relations - 20 credits
Digital Project - 20 credits
Professional Development Experience 2 - 20 credits
Please check campus availability as not all modules are taught on both campuses.
Note: Language options are also available please contact your programme leader if you are interested in these to discuss possible options.
Detailed Module Information can be found by searching (by module), on the
BA Business Ordinary Award
BA Business Ordinary Award
At this point, students can graduate with a BA Business (Ordinary Degree) – if attained 360 recognised credits and meeting specific award regulations.
Fourth Year
Fourth Year
In Year 4, students will complete a dissertation on a topic of their choice and undertake further study in their chosen specialism, including developing research skills.
Fourth Year - Core Modules
Fourth Year - Core Modules
Term 1
Dissertation Research Skills - 10 credits - Term 1 (1st Half Week 2-7)
Change Management - 10 credits - Term 1 (2nd Half Week 7-13)
Term 2
The Knowledge Economy and Work - 20 credits - Term 2
Term 1 and Term 2 (this module continues over both terms)
Business Dissertation - 40 credits (Term 1 and 2) You will be assigned a supervisor
Fourth Year - Optional Modules
Fourth Year - Optional Modules
Term 1
Brands and Branding - 20 credits (Only available at Paisley)
Human Resource Strategy - 20 credits
Marketing Strategy Theory (MST) - 20 credits
Term 2
Managing Equality & Diversity - 20 credits (Only available at Paisley)
Critical Issues in International HRM - 20 credits (Only available at Paisley)
Contemporary and Cultural Issues in Marketing - 20 credits (Only available at Paisley)
Enterprise with Creative Media - 20 credits
Organisational Culture and Development - 20 credits
Detailed Module Information can be found by searching (by module), on the
BA (Hons) Business Award
BA (Hons) Business Award
At this point, students can graduate with a BA (Hons) Business – if attained additional 120 recognised credits (at least 480 in total) and meeting specific award regulations.
Language Options
Language Options
There are some language options also available, including:
Arabic
French
German
Mandarin
Spanish
Please check trimester timetables before making a choice.
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English Language Support
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Forms of Assessment
Forms of Assessment
*** For attention of new entrants to the programme ***
The video below discusses the typical forms of assessment that are encountered on the programme. However, please note that students must refer to module-specific handbooks and assessment briefings for comprehensive module assessment information and expectations.
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