1.Critically analyse, evaluate and interpret information, utilising up-to-date academic literature
2.Understand the relationship between argument and evidence
3.Apply 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 for Academic Purposes Module.

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 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 Diploma 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 the nature and underlying theory behind different types of management structures, processes and practices and the relevance of both historical and contemporary approaches to the future of work organisation by practising managers.
3.Understand the main management issues in marketing, human resources and operations
4.Understand fundamental economic theory, the role of economics in business, public and private decision making and be able to apply the theory to analysis of the real world
5.Understand the functioning of markets and financial institutions as the foundation of the contemporary global economy and study the relationship between the main microeconomic principles and essential macroeconomic concepts
6.Know the purposes for which accounting, economic and financial information is used in business, and how that information is gathered, processed, and presented.
7. 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. 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, critical thinking – consistent with students studying the same designated degree programme in Year One 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