This three year full time degree programme has been designed for students who want to become effective communicators and leaders in an international setting and will provide a rich understanding of international business and leadership from a theoretical,  policy and practical perspective.

• 280 UCAS tariff points or equivalent
• Pass in a recognised Access Course or International Foundation Programme

In addition to the above, we require GCSE Maths grade C and English grade C or equivalents, unless competency is part of the qualification gained.

We also welcome mature student applicants and those with relevant professional and vocational qualifications, and these will be dealt with on an individual basis and may require an interview.

Students who apply to enter Year 2 or 3 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. Applicants must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence of equivalent study and attainment of learning outcomes against the modules for which they seek exemption.

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education undergraduate programmes.

• Develop relevant knowledge in International Business and Leadership and a critical awareness of the inter-relationships and inter-connections between key components of study
• Evaluate the ways in which organisations effectively manage and develop people and their operations in complex and changing international environments
• Develop and enhance lifelong learning skills in preparation for a leading career in business

All learning outcomes are covered in the programme’s single honours route.

Knowledge

• Assess the contribution of people management to sound organisational performance
• Identify the characteristics of effective leadership and methods and processes used to develop and enhance leadership skills in an international context
• Critically evaluate key concepts influencing the internal structure and external relationships in international companies

Thinking skills

• Analyse and interpret data which in part may be ambiguous and incomplete using appropriate methods
• Critically evaluate and apply a range of advanced writing and communication techniques and processes
• Apply strategic thinking to leadership requirements in international business

Subject-Based Practical skills

• Apply relevant research methodologies to aid decision-making
• Work collaboratively and effectively in small groups to research issues, complete tasks and present group findings clearly, coherently and systematically
• Develop relevant intellectual skills and confidence to undertake further advanced study

Skills for life and work (general skills)

• Develop and enhance lifelong learning skills in preparation for a business career
• Present information concisely and communicate effectively in written and oral form at an appropriate level and standard, including the acknowledgement and referencing of sources
• Obtain and critically organise evidence to generate logical & systematic conclusions

The expected duration of this programme is three years of full-time study.  Exceptionally, it is possible to move from a full-time mode of study to a part-time mode of study to accommodate external factors such as financial constraints, domestic commitments or serious illness. Generally, students will be expected to complete their studies within three academic years.

The teaching year begins in September and ends in June but this programme also allows students to join at the start of Semester B, in February (a different delivery structure is used with our collaborative partners). A student, normally registering for 6 modules in one year (3 modules in each Semester) would do so in a full-time attendance mode of study and a student registering for up to 4 modules in one year (2 modules in each Semester) would do so in part-time attendance mode of study.

Modules are defined as:

Core - Must be taken
Option - Select from a range of identified module within the field
University Wide Option - Select from a wide range of university wide options

The following are the core and optional requirements for this single honours degree programme – there are no major, joint or minor routes:

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 3 Option Modules

• FE3043          Governing Global Business                                  (Semester A)
• SM3035         Discovering Entrepreneurship                              (Semester A)
• FE3040          International Financial Markets & Institutions¹  (Semester A)
• SM3027         Strategic Management                                           (Semester B)
• HR3012         International Human Resource Management (Semester B)
• SM3002         The Project                                                                (Semester B)

¹ This option will be available to students who can demonstrate the successful completion of module(s) which are equivalent to FE1010 or FE1016 or FE1024 which are prerequisite modules for FE30340.

Not all options are being offered at Stamford Raffles College and Olympia College.

In order to gain anhonoursdegree you will need to obtain 360 credits including:

• A minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher
• A minimum of 120 credits at level two or higher
• A minimum of 120 credits at level three or higher

In order to gain anordinary degreeyou will need to obtain a minimum of 300 credits ¹ including:

• A minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher
• A minimum of 120 credits at level two or higher
• A minimum of  60 credits at level three or higher

¹ This option will be available to students who can demonstrate the successful completion of module(s) which are equivalent to FE1010 or FE1016 or FE1024 which are prerequisite modules for FE30340.

Key teaching and learning methods used to address the learning outcomes are indicated below:

Knowledge is developed through

• lectures and supporting teaching materials based on module schedule
• preparation for, and participation in, seminars and workshops
• tutorials – with academic and personal tutors
• field visits – and invited guests
• guided and independent reading and research

Thinking skills are developed through

• seminars
• small-group discussions
• workshops
• tutorials
• field visits
• applying initiative and original thinking in analysis of leadership style

Practical skills are developed through

• library and archive research
• essay and report writing
• workshops
• group presentations (which will often use mixed media)
• research seminars
• formulating problems and managing learning tasks

Skills for life and work (general skills) are developed through

• essay and report writing, group presentations, research methods module / research
• proposal, independent  dissertation*
• collaborating in a small group as a leader or participant to solve a specific problem
• presentations of reports of seminar research and group presentations
• defining the parameters of a problem, researching it autonomously and managing the research process

Most modules will be assessed by a combination of coursework and end of semester examinations. The form and nature of coursework assignments is variable and includes case study – based questions, individual/group presentations and individual reports and projects. Details are indicated below:

Knowledge is assessed by

• standards achieved in coursework assignments, essays
• development of critical literature reviews
• presentations
• examinations

Emphasis is placed upon familiarity with a range of relevant literature, understanding and using technologies and familiarity with key debates in the field and applications to ‘real’ international business and leadership issues.

Thinking skills are assessed by

• providing evidence of systematic analysis and interpretation in coursework and examinations

Emphasis is placed upon understanding of topic/s; application of knowledge in making an argument; clarity of arguments; evidence of synthesis and creativity; evidence of independent thought; and originality and distinctiveness of the student's own viewpoint.

Practical skills are assessed by

• presentations
• group work

Emphasis is placed upon evidence of systematic preparation; coherent structure and analytic insight in the assessed work; and clarity of expression. In the case of verbal presentations, clear articulation and positive interaction with other members of the class are of importance. In the case of collaborative work, including presentations, emphasis is placed upon positive mutual engagement with other members of the assessed group.

Skills for life and work (general skills) are assessed by

• essays and reports
• group presentations

Emphasis is placed upon coherence of assessed work and clarity of expression, whether written or verbal. Students are encouraged to become familiar with various media and visual tools available to develop their work. Overall, there is recognition of the value of a problem-based approach to teaching and learning as a method of student engagement. Module handbooks will be posted on UEL plus which will also provide information on the nature of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment and the relationship to the achievement of learning outcomes.