1. Critically analyse, evaluate and interpret information, utilising up-to-date academic literature
2. Understand the relationship between argument and evidence
3.Apply creative thinking, critical thinking and problem solving skills in a variety of contexts
4.Demonstrate logical reasoning, independent enquiry and the comprehension of abstract concepts.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Cognitive skills are developed across first and second term modules and focus particularly on problem solving and logical reasoning. Critical analysis of up-to-date academic literature develops students’ cognitive ability.
Independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation are key elements in all modules and are further reinforced in the Study Skills component of the English Language and study Skills module.
Self-assessment and reflection are developed by formative feedback particularly on tutorial presentations.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of cognitive skills, both summative and formative, occurs in the form of course assignments, oral presentations, project work and examinations

1. Present knowledge and demonstrate expertise in a coherent, effective and meaningful form.
2. Construct and evaluate arguments, and to reach conclusions.
3. Present quantitative and qualitative information together with analysis, argument and commentary in a form appropriate to different intended audiences.
4. Apply and use appropriate ICT: including PowerPoint, excel, word-processing, e-mail, internet and subject -related software.
5. Prepare and communicate ideas in written, presentational and graphical forms.
6. Work both independently and in groups and to demonstrate organisation and time management skills.
7. Be aware of the professional context in which business is conducted.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning on the International Year One programme. Successful completion of projects and coursework across modules requires students to gather additional information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines.
ICT skills are consolidated throughout the course as an aid to report writing, visual presentation, literature searching and data handling. Although not formally assessed, qualities such as self-reliance, good time management and the ability to undertake independent study are fostered and encouraged throughout the course.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of coursework requires students to use a range of media (e.g. essays, PowerPoint or similar presentations, case studies) to demonstrate their learning.

1. Apply mathematical and statistical methods to economic, financial and business data to solve a range of practical problems in business
2.Understand fundamental economic theory, the role of economics in business, public and private decision making and be able to apply the theory to real world problems
3. Know the principles and practice of Financial and Management Accounting and Accounting Information Systems.
4. Understand the cultural and historical context to English law, its institutions and practices, including the fundamentals of basic contract law, together with an introduction to tort law.
5. Engage with academic texts using effective reading and note-taking strategies; produce academic writing that is accurate at both discourse and sentence level; understand policies and expectations related to academic integrity; listen and react to lectures & other types of classroom discourse; participate confidently in seminars, presentations and classroom discussions

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Knowledge-based subject-specific learning and teaching is provided through lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, directed reading, independent learning activities and computer-based learning materials.
Students’ knowledge and understanding will be assessed through a combination of unseen examinations, formal essays, class tests, individual and group projects, as well as individual and group oral presentations.
Tutor moderated peer-informed assessment will contribute to the assessment of group work components.
Both summative and formative assessment is used throughout all modules.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment takes a variety of forms. In all modules formal examinations are used to gauge and assess understanding and the acquisition of knowledge. Work required for summative assessment (whether in the form of examinations, individual essays, individual or group presentations) will be judged against the Level 1 criteria in the University’s published marking guidance.
Formative assessment will take three main forms; (i) regular assignments in most of the modules aimed at promoting subject-specific understanding, logic, accurate written and (where required) graphical representation of information, and good presentation (ii) frequent and regular discussion of key theories and academic readings to develop understanding, logical argument and critical assessment and (iii) timely feedback on the content and performance of student presentations.

Perform a range of subject specific skills – mathematical computations, statistical analysis, financial analysis, the analysis of legal theory and its application to facts – consistent with students studying the same designated degree programme in Year One (Level 1) at Queen’s University Belfast

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, directed reading, independent learning activities and computer-based learning materials

Methods of Assessment

A combination of unseen examinations, formal essays, class tests, individual and group projects, as well as individual and group oral presentations