Cert (PC) Business for Agri-food & Rural Enterpise
Academic Year 2017/18
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.
Programme Title |
Cert (PC) Business for Agri-food & Rural Enterpise |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Certificate |
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Programme Code |
AFL-PC-BA |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
D490 (DESCR) 100 |
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Criteria for Admissions Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in an appropriate subject. Holders of the Graduate Certificate in Business Communication for Rural Enterprise with a minimum result of 50% or over will be considered for entry to the PG Certificate. |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
15 Weeks |
Total Credits for Programme |
60 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise |
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School/Department |
Biological Sciences |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Agriculture, horticulture, forestry, food and consumer sciences (2009) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations n/a |
Programme Specific Regulations Awards, Credits and Progression of Learning Outcomes |
Students with protected characteristics The programme does not contain barriers to access or progression among protected groups |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
On completion of the programme students will be able to:
1. Effect positive change and development within the Agri-food and rural business sectors
2. Communicate effectively within a job context
3. Apply the principles of Business management across a range of development areas relevant to the Agri-food and rural sectors.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply critical thinking and modelling to individual, group and organisational situations to provide explanations for behaviour (BIO 9001, BIO9002, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Independent thinking is encouraged within the programme when applied to unique industry based problems. Case study material analysed and reported upon. Work based skills and classroom presentations incorporated into classroom activities. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
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Apply a number of decision making frameworks to the solving of problems with predicted and non-predicted outcomes (BIO 9001, BIO9002, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Case studies, Placement experiences and the use of ICT technology assisted in delivery Class discussions support development of skills Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate the use of simple models as a means of analysing communication situations (BIO9001) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Learning outcomes are supported through interactive class lectures and class discussions. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
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Specify in behavioural terms, objectives and criteria of performance (BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Real life case study material is used extensively to support argument. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
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Identify different types of group and how they develop (BIO9002) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills encourage exchange of ideas across all modules of the programme. Portfolio building allows students to make decisions regarding their own learning. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Uses applied technology (ICT and AV) as required in presentations and within programmes to affect change (BIO9001, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Role play exercises and skills development through the teaching placements (full-time) and through class room teaching ( Part-time) Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
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Collects data using appropriate communication skills for both qualitative and quantitative situations (BIO9001, BIO9002, BIO9003, BIO9009) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Planning and implementation skills are developed through the work based learning experiences of both full-time and part-time students Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
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Presents information to defined target audiences using the appropriate methods (BIO9001, BIO9003, BIO9015) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical sessions, supportive feedback and case study discussions Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Effectively plan and organise resources under his/her control (BIO 9001, BIO9002, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Setting of objectives that relate to students own performance and aims Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
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Work effectively independently and in teams (BIO 9001, BIO9002, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Team exercises, subject presentations using wide range of media, presentations. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
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Selects and applies the appropriate communication method(s) to achieve change using individual, group and mass methods to achieve the desired effect (BIO 9001, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations related to work based learning experiences Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework. |
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Appreciated the views of others in discussions (BIO 9001, BIO9002, BIO9003) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Feedback provided at all times on students’ performance. Methods of Assessment Assessed through coursework |
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Learn effectively for the purpose of continuing professional development and in a wider context throughout their career. (BIO9002) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Tutorials and guest speakers on relevant career routes Methods of Assessment Coursework incorporating Self evaluation |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Skills to Affect Change within Businesses |
BIO9001 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Communication Dynamics |
BIO9002 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Integrating Learning with Business Needs |
BIO9003 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Notes
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