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Final award |
MBA |
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Intermediate awards available |
Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management Postgraduate Certificate in Business and Management |
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UCAS code |
N/A |
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Details of professional body accreditation |
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Relevant QAA Benchmark statements |
Masters award in business and management
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Date specification last up-dated |
April 2013 |
The summary - programme advertising leaflet
Programme content
The MBA (Finance) at UEL builds on our long-standing experience of offering a wide range of postgraduate programmes both in the UK and overseas. The programme is offered as a career development generalist programme within a given sector for those who have a first degree (or equivalent) and relevant work experience on which the learning process should build. The programme can be considered as a management conversion programme at Masters level. The MBA is based on the recognition that international and global business skills and understanding are required if firms and those working within them are to compete effectively and thus maximise the potential or their resources. The main emphasis is on leadership through strategic management where students are expected to ground their new knowledge within the base of their previous professional experience. Students are expected to reflect on and learn from prior experience and combine this with new knowledge to apply to new situations. The main aims of the programme then are;
For admission to postgraduate business and management programmes, applicants normally need to have either:
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education postgraduate programmes.
Students that apply to enter stages of the programme may be admitted through normal Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes, or through an approved articulation agreement. Therefore such applicants must be able to demonstrate and evidence that they have the required learning outcomes as listed in the modules for which they are seeking exemption.
Postgraduate applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Candidates are also recommended to demonstrate a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience.
The MBA is a 180 Level M credit programme and is offered in a full time and part time mode of study. Entry is at 2 points per year, in September and February. All full time cohorts are provided with 12 months tuition and 3 months self directed study. Those who commence their programmes in September can complete in 12 calendar months. Given the exigencies of university vacations those who commence in February can complete in 15 calendar months.
Part time study is available on both a day/ evening, an evening only mode with some weekend workshops or flexible weekend delivery. Part time study on campus at UEL is available in daytime only mode. In line with the current University framework for the delivery of post graduate degrees the programme consists of 4, 30 L eve l M credit, core modules and one 60 credit Level M, capping module. Overall Structure
The MBA covers the following major subject areas
MBA Dissertation / Business Simulation / Work Based Learning Project; Students have a choice of doing two of the following three for this module: a business simulation, a management dissertation or an work based learning project. For the dissertation, there will be a research-planning component to this module, which will take place in the second semester. The businesses simulation and the work based learning project may be suited to those with management backgrounds or students sponsored by companies that wish to solve managerial problems.
Due to the nature of the Management Dissertation/Business Simulation/Work Based Learning and since it is worth 60 credits, this component can be delivered over the course of 2 semesters.
MBA students are expected to take part in an internship during the course of their MBA program. The Internship is an important part of the program and provides students with learning opportunities not offered in the classroom. It also allows students to apply their knowledge to real work examples. While students will be responsible for securing their own internships, the Business Schools Employability Office will assist students in this process. The Internship can also be used for getting credit during the Dissertation / Business Simulation Module.
Teaching and learning methods used are varied. They are designed to encourage students to accept responsibility for their own learning, collectively as a group and individually. The programme hopes to promote independent study and the development of self-management skills.
There is a requirement for students to undertake set reading on certain topics and explore relevant literature for assignments and seminar discussions. Students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and skills gained through participation in seminar discussion and oral presentation.
The programme aims to have a high degree of participation, encouraging sharing of information, ideas, experience and values. Tutors expect students to use their knowledge and expertise to relate theory to practice in the context of their own work experiences.
The programme aims to develop an approach to learning which encourage you to "transform" rather than simply to "reproduce" the theories and ideas to which you are introduced. Overall the intention is to enable you to develop as someone who is proficient in the acquisition of relevant knowledge and skills in the various fields of management and someone who is committed to a critical understanding of your own learning and potential professionalism.
The learning environment will not be limited to the traditional methods and will incorporate other learning tools such as field studies, guest speakers, as well as study tours. Field studies will help students to get a first-hand experience of what the business world is like, and consequently allow them to apply the theory they have learned to real life examples. Guest speakers will share their personal experiences with students, which will allow them to learn about a variety of industries from a managerial perspective. Study tours will be organized to an international destination, keeping in mind the importance of Leadership. These tours will allow students to learn about business in different cultures, making their degree truly international.
The assessment strategy takes into account both the mode of assessment and its timing within the programme. Each module comprise of at least 2 different forms of assessment, which will be identified at the beginning of each semester in the module handbooks. Deadlines will also be communicated then although the majority will be in week 7 and14 alog of assessments will be published. Ranges of assessment methods are used on the programme. There will be:
The range of assessments is designed to reflect the variety of situations confronting the modern manager and will reflect the learning outcomes of each unit.
More detailed assessment criteria will be made available for each piece of work, supported by guidance from the tutor. In general assignments should exhibit
Examinations take place in January and May of each year with re-sits in August..
To obtain an award a student needs to pass all the modules.
The overall pass mark for each module is 50%. The mark for each module is the aggregate of the various components of assessment. A mark of at least 40% must be obtained for each component of assessment in each module. Students would be normally expected to complete all components of the first semester before progressing to the second.
No mitigation would normally be considered.
The programme is aimed at practising managers. The programme is based on the appropriate QAA subject benchmark statements which indicate that the MBA is a generalist Masters programme (type 3) and involves the application of theory into practice.
The learning outcomes of this programme are partly based on the student’s ability to reflect on what has been studied and put this into the context of their work experience. This reflective process is on going throughout the programme.
The 60-credit module is explicitly used to encourage students to learn and reflect on Finance and management practice. The application of these practices is simulated in both, the rigours of the business simulation (both in the participation and the Dissertation writing), UK only, and the Management Dissertation. The Management Dissertation can also be a work- based exercise or problem solving exercise as well as investigation of a particular business and management issue.
The aim of this major 60-credit module is to act as a focus for the skills and appreciation of the context of business embedded throughout the programme. Research skills will be taught as part of this module to enable students through reflective practice to apply those skills to either a specific research topic or an application of theory to practice in a business scenario. The dissertation MUST be written in the area of Finance.
It is recognised that not all students wish to complete a management dissertation but participate in a simulation or do a work based learning project. Whilst some, (those sponsored by organisations, for example), may be obliged to research a particular problem/area for their organisation. The students therefore have a choice between these three elements of this module.
The management dissertation is a major piece of work of 14,000 words with a similar weighting being given to an individual component in the simulation or the work based learning project.
The main aim of the management dissertation is to enable students to research and to write up a problematical aspect of business/management practice. This could be work based or reside in the general field of management. The aim is to enable students to critically survey and analyse relevant theories and models and then to conceptualise them in order to make recommendations for problem solution. The skills and context aspects of the module prepares students for this task.
The business simulation's function is an opportunity for those students who do not wish to write a report to apply theory to practice based on their experiences in the simulation. This will be run over a set period of time and students will participate individually or in teams competing against each other. The simulation will be carried out either in class using relevant information technology, or be field-based and linked to an internship. The in-class simulation will be led by an instructor, who will guide the students in carrying out the simulation.
Students opting to do a work based learning project will be guided by a member of staff in the host organization along with a member of faculty at UEL. Students may participate in group work and complete a substantial piece of individual work (14,000 words) based on the simulation or the work based learning project.
Added value – The Washington Semester
At UEL, we realize that you are making a large commitment to your future by studying for an IMBA. Therefore, we want to do everything possible to ensure that your experience with us is a transforming one and will give you an opportunity for significant personal and career enhancement. Consequently, we are constantly pursuing what we believe will be value added opportunities for our students. One of these opportunities that we hope you will take advantage of while at UEL is our partnership with the Washington Semester, Graduate Gateway Programme. This is an optional semester programme. The programme includes a graduate seminar in Global Business and Trade, a course elective from the Kogod School of Business (an AACSB accredited business school), and a business-related internship which you will work at three days a week all inWashingtonD.C.,U.S.A. Students who have participated in this programme have had internships with the International Trade Administration, A.G. Edwards – National Brokerage Firm, World Bank Group, Ameriprise Financial Services and other well known multinational corporations
Networking Opportunities
For an MBA, networking is considered as one of the most valuable outcomes. Added value will come in the form of the extra and co-curricular activities that students will engage in throughout the MBA. The interaction students will have with the business community will not only ensure they get real life examples of business, but also enable them to network with business professionals. The MBA program features a Master Class series of guest speakers. In the Master Class, guest speakers are invited to speak at the business school, and talk to MBA students about important issues that are critical in the business world. Our guest speakers come from a wide range of organization including from the FTSE 100 as well as Fortune 500 companies. Some of our recent speakers come from organizations such as Microsoft, SAP, Bank of America, Barclays Bank, Deloitte Consulting, etc. The speakers hail come from a variety of positions including CEOs, CIOs, SVPs, VPs, Directors, Managers, etc. Guest speakers not only enrich the student experience but also provide with excellent networking opportunities for our students. The business school also provides students with other networking opportunities throughout the year.
Molex Suite and Canary Wharf Offices
The MBA program is based in the modern, custom designed Molex suite. The Molex suite is sponsored by Molex Inc., whose CEO is a UEL MBA Alumni. The suite offers MBA students state of the art classrooms, study spaces, meeting spaces, and computing facilities. In addition to the University keeps, from time to time, office space in Canary Wharf, London’s financial hub. This facility allows the business school to hold guest lectures, organize events, and conduct training sessions. Due to its location, it becomes an ideal place for London’s business community to interact with our students.
The other added value comes from the wide range of international experience of the staff in both teaching and professional life. Most tutors have industrial experience in terms of employment and consultancy work and work with organisations in the region and on a national level. A significant number are active researchers. Links with industry can be exploited.
Your future career
The MBA is a recognised qualification of managerial competence at a strategic level and as such exemptions are granted by numerous professional organisations (e.g. CMI). It also opens the way for continuing personal and professional development. Many of our graduates have gained significant promotion upon completion of the programme.
How we support you
The programme aims to provide consistent and continuing support for students through staff involved in teaching, administration and programme management. The MBA ( Finance) Programme Director will act as overall tutor to all students on the programme.
A pivotal role is played by the Postgraduate Student Support Centre, This Centre is staffed by a team of professional administrators, and offers a range of services, support and advice in key areas. An example would include: enrolment and accommodation queries; requests for letters to the Home Office; reference letters for work and for bank accounts, and general assessment queries. Most student support needs can be met directly by Support Centre staff, who work closely with the academic tutors. They are also able to refer students for more specialist support and guidance on counselling, careers etc.
AESS also provides individual tutorial support to cover particular linguistic and academic needs.
In general support is provided through,
Students are also given constant support by the employability teams both in the business school as well as in the university. These teams will help students to prepare for the work life by assisting them in the following areas:
Programme aims and learning outcomes
What is this programme designed to achieve?
This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to:
Knowledge
Upon completion of the programme students are expected to have gained knowledge and develop understanding in the following areas:
Thinking skills
Subject-Based Practical skills
Skills for life and work (general skills)
The programme structure
Introduction
All programmes are credit-rated to help you to understand the amount and level of study that is needed.
One credit is equal to 10 hours of directed study time (this includes everything you do e.g. lecture, seminar and private study).
Credits are assigned to one of 5 levels:
Credit rating
The overall credit rating of the MBA ( Finance) is180 MLevel credits,120 MLevel credits for the Postgraduate Diploma and60 MLevel credits for the Postgraduate Certificate and 30 M-level credits for the Associate Certificate in International Business.
Typical duration
The MBA is a 180 Level M credit programme and is offered in a full time and part time mode of study. Entry is at 2 points per year, in September and February. All full time cohorts are provided with 12 months tuition and 3 months self directed study. Those who commence their programmes in September can complete in 12 calendar months. Given the exigencies of university vacations those who commence in February can complete in 15 calendar months.
Part time study is available on both a day/evening, with some weekend workshops for UK based students. In line with the current University framework for the delivery of post graduate degrees the programme consists of four 30 Level M credit, core modules and one 60 credit Level M, capping module.
How the teaching year is divided
The teaching year is divided into three semesters of roughly equal length, with teaching typically taking place in semester A (Sep – Jan) and semester B (Feb – May). Semester C (June- Sep) is typically meant for management dissertation. A typical full-time student will study two 30-credit modules per semester the 60-credit modules will be delivered in the second semester. A typical part-time student will study one module per semester with the 60-credit module split across year 2.
What you will study when
Students must complete 180 credits in year one and pro-rata if 2 year part time. There are 2 points of entry, September and February. At each point of entry the first week of study before teaching commences, will involve an in-depth induction into postgraduate study. This week is intended to facilitate the orientation of students into UK postgraduate study. The focus of the week will be on the necessary study skills that will enable students to maximise their UK learning experience. There will also be a substantial reflective element to the week which is supported by an on-line facility. Study support classes/workshops will continue throughout the year. The main elements that will be covered in this week will include:
See below for structure
Full Time
Semester A Sept - Jan
Semester B Feb-May
Part Time/ block delivery
Part time students will have the option to study the program in two ways. First, student studying in the UK would be able to study one30 Mlevel credit module per semester based on the full time timetable, usually in evenings. Second, students will be able to study in blocks of either 5-6 weekends, or 3 week-long blocks. Usually block teaching will be delivered for organizations that want to give training to its employees. The weekend / block delivery is meant for working professionals who may not normally be able to take time off from work to study.
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International Marketing and Operations Management |
30 |
Core |
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Strategic Management of Enterprise and Operational Risks |
30 |
Core |
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1 |
International Issues in Accounting and Managerial Finance |
30 |
Core |
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1 |
International Human Resource Management and Project Management |
30 |
Core |
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Management dissertation/business simulation/work based project |
60 |
Core |
Requirements for gaining an award
Masters Award Classification
Where a student is eligible for an Masters award then the award classification is determined by calculating the arithmetic mean of all marks and applying the mark obtained as a percentage, with all decimals points rounded up to the nearest whole number, to the following classification
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70% - 100% |
Distinction |
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60% - 69% |
Merit |
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50% - 59% |
Pass |
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0% - 49% |
Not Passed |
Teaching, learning and assessment
Teaching and learning
A variety of teaching methods will be used and students will be expected to lead discussion based on their own research activities and reflective practice. They will also be required to work in groups and present findings and solutions to problems to the cohort. At all times students will be encouraged to reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning. The tutorial and seminar groups are a key component of the programme and aim to help you to analyse the underlying principles and practices of management and assess their application to identified issues. The main approaches to teaching and learning on the programme can be summarised as:
Knowledge is developed through
Thinking skills are developed through
Practical skills are developed through
Skills for life and work (general skills) are developed through
Knowledge is assessed by
Thinking skills are assessed by
Practical skills are assessed by
Skills for life and work (general skills) are assessed by
How we assure the quality of this programme
Before this programme started
Before the programme started, the following was checked:
This is done through a process of programme approval which involves consulting academic experts including some subject specialists from other institutions.
How we monitor the quality of this programme
The quality of this programme is monitored each year through evaluating:
Drawing on this and other information programme teams undertake the annual Review and Enhancement Process which is co-ordinated at School level and includes student participation. The process is monitored by the University’s Quality Standing Committee.
Once every six years an in-depth review of the whole field is undertaken by a panel that includes at least two external subject specialists. The panel considers documents, looks at student work, speaks to current and former students and speaks to staff before drawing its conclusions. The result is a report highlighting good practice and identifying areas where action is needed.
The role of the programme committee
This programme has a programme committee comprising all relevant teaching staff, student representatives and others who make a contribution towards the effective operation of the programme (e.g. library/technician staff). The committee has responsibilities for the quality of the programme. It provides input into the operation of the Review and Enhancement Process and proposes changes to improve quality. The programme committee plays a critical role in the University's quality assurance procedures
The role of external examiners
The standard of this programme is monitored by at least one external examiner. External examiners have two primary responsibilities:
External examiners fulfil these responsibilities in a variety of ways including:
Listening to the views of students
The following methods for gaining student feedback are used on this programme:
Students are notified of the action taken through:
Listening to the views of others
The following methods are used for gaining the views of other interested parties:
Where you can find further information
Further information about the programme is available from:
The UEL web site
The Student Handbook
Module Study Guides
UEL Manual of Regulations and Policies http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/
UEL Quality Manual http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/manual
Regulations for the Academic Framework http://www.uel.ac.uk/academicframework/
Alternative locations for studying this programme
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