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BSc (Hons) Business and Management (TopUp) – MQF Level 6

The BSc (Hons) Business and Management Top-Up Degree equips you with the expertise needed to lead, change and understand business and management from a national and global perspective. This course is designed for and by having learners and employers in mind.

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Steve C

Key Information

Campus Level Format
Domain Academy Degree Live Webinars
Duration Pace Fees
1 Academic Year Part Time € 5,500 (EU Students)
Application Deadline Start Date Assessment
December 2023  Jan & Sept 24 Assignments & Exams

About this Course

This is an Accredited Course by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), at MQF/EQF Level 6. This course is designed to give you more confidence in your ability to lead a team, deal with complex situations and communicate effectively via written reports and presentations. Whilst being taught by lecturers who are industry leaders with direct influence and knowledge of the industry you are entering, you will network with mature and experienced peers who share real life and professional experiences with one another.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the BSc (Hons) Business and Management course, the learner will have achieved:

  • Broad understanding and critical awareness of current problems and developments with business and management disciplines.
  • The ability to research, analyse and critically evaluate business concepts, theories & techniques.
  • Awareness of the holistic nature of all business operations and the confidence to evaluate the strategic position and options of an organisation.
  • Exposure to the global business environment within the context of an ethical framework.
  • The commitment to continue to advance your knowledge and understanding of business and management, and to develop new skills to a high level for continuing professional development.
  • The qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment within the business and management profession requiring the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility.

‍Awarding Body

This qualification is awarded by the University of Derby 

 

Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold:

  • A Higher National Diploma, Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification at MQF/EQF Level 5 in a Business related field or 120 ECTS from a business related qualification; OR
  • Other professional business qualifications that equate to an HND Level may be considered
  • If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
  • Students should produce copies of certificates, full CV preferably in EuroFormat and passport-size photo.

If an applicant does not meet the above entry requirements, you are encouraged to contact the Academy for an interview.

Assessment Mode

The purpose of assessment is to ensure that effective learning has taken place of the content of each unit. Evidence of this learning, or the application of the learning, is required for each unit. The assessment of the evidence relates directly to the assessment criteria for each unit. The grading of BTEC Higher National qualifications is at the unit and the qualification level. Assessment is carried out through home-based assignments, which means you will have plenty of time to dedicate to each criteria. By having small groups, you will have more time for discussions where you can share your experiences at your place of work.

Language of Instruction & Delivery Mode

This programme will be delivered in English via Live online webinars.

Course Funding Schemes

This course is eligible for individual funding through these schemes: GET QUALIFIED SCHEME Candidates can benefit from a 70% rebate of the course fee via tax credits. Learn more about this scheme

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    - Course: BSc (Hons) Business and Management Top-Up Degree

    - ECTS: 120 UK Credits (equivalent to 60 ECTS)

    - Mode of Learning: Live Online Webinars

    - Pace of Learning: Part-Time

    - Assessment: Assignments

    - Fee EU Students: €5500

     

    Course Outline 

    Module 1 

    Independent Research Project (20 ECTS)

    The module provides you with an excellent opportunity to use the knowledge and skills that you have acquired during the studies on the programme, as well as pursue your professional and academic interests. The module offers flexibility to pursue a business-related topic that is of interest to you or select from a pool of topics provided by the academic team.

    As part of the research journey, you will learn to develop and justify research objectives, choose appropriate methodologies and methods to address those objectives, critically analyse existing concepts and theories, and collect and analyse data. You will reflect on the findings of your research projects which can demonstrate contribution to the existing knowledge, as well as practical value and application.

    The module facilitates the enhancement of critical analysis and a wide range of research skills, as well as providing you with an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of a particular area in business and management.

     

    Module 2 

    Leadership and Management (10 ECTS)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Critically examine the links and differences between management and leadership and how leadership principles support organisational values

    - Evaluate and apply effective leadership styles in achieving organisational objectives

    - Demonstrate an understanding of leadership skills effective for team engagement in organisations

     

    Module 3 

    Strategy in the Global Marketplace (10 ECTS)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Critically appraise the effects of the external environment and globalisation trends and dynamics on an organisation

    - Identify the opportunities and develop strategies aimed at gaining sustainable competitive advantages

    - Critically evaluate potential risks and change management challenges associated with implementation of a strategic plan

     

    Module 4

    Business Psychology (10 ECTS)

    (Optional Module)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Critically evaluate current theoretical approaches in business psychology

    - Critically analyse the external factors that facilitate certain behaviour and change at the individual and team levels

    - Apply business psychology techniques and theories to understand real-life situations and dynamics in an organisational setting

     

    Module 5

    Emerging Digital Trends(10 ECTS)

    (Optional Module)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Conduct a strategic audit of the emerging technologies suitable for an organisation to optimise its performance

    - Critically analyse opportunities to facilitate process improvement from the strategic audit of technology(ies)

    - Create a business case to demonstrate how the chosen technology(ies) adoption can facilitate business competitiveness

     

    Module 6

    Financial Statement Analysis (10 ECTS)

    (Optional Module)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Analyse financial statements to make decisions on the strength and adaptability of a business

    - Evaluate the influence of internal and external factors on the company’s future prospects

     

    Module 7

    Strategic Management (10 ECTS)

    (Optional Module)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Critically evaluate the role of marketing in the achievement of organisational objectives

    - Critically analyse the factors in the organisation’s marketing environment and their impact on the marketing of a product or service

    - Develop a marketing plan for a product or service

     

    Module 8

    Strategic Management (10 ECTS)

    (Optional Module)

    On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

    - Critically analyse contemporary business environment to identify entrepreneurial opportunities

    - Devise innovative business solutions to capitalise on the most viable entrepreneurial opportunities

    - Create a business plan for a new venture or a new initiative within an existing venture

     

    Materials included in the Course Fee:

    - Tuition

    - Course Materials

    - Assessments

    - Certification upon successful completion of the course

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