BSc International Business with Spanish
Academic Year 2018/19
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Programme Title |
BSc International Business with Spanish |
Final Award |
Bachelor of Science |
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Programme Code |
IBU-BSC-MM |
UCAS Code |
N1R4 |
HECoS Code |
100089 |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Major Honours |
Length of Programme |
4 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
480 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Queen's Management School |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 6 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Business and Management (2015) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Yes Most UG degrees are classified as 10:30:60. All International Business with a Language degrees have University permission to be classified as follows: Stage 1 – 10% Stage 2 – 20% Placement Year – 10% Stage 3 – 60% |
Programme Specific Regulations Awards, Credits and Progression of Learning Outcomes |
Students with protected characteristics
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
Within the context of striving towards the University’s vision, this degree programme aims to:
Provide effective systems of learning, academic guidance and pastoral support to encourage the academic, intellectual and personal development of students
Provide students with a broad, analytical and highly integrated study of Business and Management through the study of modules focused on business management, accounting, economics and international business.
Provide students with fluency in Spanish and knowledge of the political, social, cultural and economic environments of those countries where Spanish is the primary language.
Develop students' knowledge and skills base in ways which inter alia will enhance their employment opportunities
Through the placement year provide students with a high quality work or study experience offering them the opportunity to bridge the gap between study at university and the international business environment.
Maintain a supportive working environment in which there is respect for social and cultural differences and openness, fairness, and equality of opportunity in relation to selection, learning assessment and support
Cultivate in students a range of linguistic skills and a clear awareness of a foreign language and its application and cultural setting as a basis both for employment in the UK and overseas and for personal development.
Promote student learning in the Spanish language, in a broad-based and structured curricula which reflect the cumulative nature of language study and integrate research and teaching.
Enable students to develop advanced linguistic skills, which are informed by general language awareness, specialist financial intercultural competence and high levels of critical thinking.
Further students' knowledge of the cultures and societies in which Spanish is spoken, and thereby to foster a lifelong interest in the language and the Spanish-speaking world.
Provide a supportive and stimulating learning environment which enables learners to fulfil their potential and to develop a capacity for motivated independent learning
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Problem solving |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between programme levels. Across the Management modules a strong emphasis is placed not only on providing students with a theoretical understanding of the subject area but also in terms of developing critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of ideas and material. Modules with a quantitative element place a particular emphasis on problem solving and logical reasoning. In addition, key elements of management, economics and accounting modules are the promotion of independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation. Self-assessment and reflection are developed particularly in the placement module. Methods of Assessment A range of assessment methods are used to enhance cognitive skills including tutorial submissions; group and individual presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments and end of semester examinations for some modules in semester 2. |
Logical reasoning |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between programme levels. Across the Management modules a strong emphasis is placed not only on providing students with a theoretical understanding of the subject area but also in terms of developing critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of ideas and material. Modules with a quantitative element place a particular emphasis on problem solving and logical reasoning. In addition, key elements of management, economics and accounting modules are the promotion of independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation. Self-assessment and reflection are developed particularly in the placement module. Methods of Assessment A range of assessment methods are used to enhance cognitive skills including tutorial submissions; group and individual presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments and end of semester examinations for some modules in semester 2. |
Independent enquiry |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between programme levels. Across the Management modules a strong emphasis is placed not only on providing students with a theoretical understanding of the subject area but also in terms of developing critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of ideas and material. Modules with a quantitative element place a particular emphasis on problem solving and logical reasoning. In addition, key elements of management, economics and accounting modules are the promotion of independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation. Self-assessment and reflection are developed particularly in the placement module. Methods of Assessment A range of assessment methods are used to enhance cognitive skills including tutorial submissions; group and individual presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments and end of semester examinations for some modules in semester 2. |
Critical evaluation and interpretation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between programme levels. Across the Management modules a strong emphasis is placed not only on providing students with a theoretical understanding of the subject area but also in terms of developing critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of ideas and material. Modules with a quantitative element place a particular emphasis on problem solving and logical reasoning. In addition, key elements of management, economics and accounting modules are the promotion of independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation. Self-assessment and reflection are developed particularly in the placement module. Methods of Assessment A range of assessment methods are used to enhance cognitive skills including tutorial submissions; group and individual presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments and end of semester examinations for some modules in semester 2. |
Self-assessment and reflection |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between programme levels. Across the Management modules a strong emphasis is placed not only on providing students with a theoretical understanding of the subject area but also in terms of developing critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of ideas and material. Modules with a quantitative element place a particular emphasis on problem solving and logical reasoning. In addition, key elements of management, economics and accounting modules are the promotion of independent enquiry, critical evaluation and interpretation, abstraction and assimilation. Self-assessment and reflection are developed particularly in the placement module. Methods of Assessment A range of assessment methods are used to enhance cognitive skills including tutorial submissions; group and individual presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments and end of semester examinations for some modules in semester 2. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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The ability to synthesise and evaluate information/data from a variety of sources including from databases, books, journal articles and the internet |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
The preparation and communication of mathematical, statistical, and business ideas in both written and presentational forms |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
The ability to work both independently and in groups |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
Organisation and time management |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
Problem solving and critical analysis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
Interview technique and work-based skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
The application/ use of Information and Communication Technologies: word-processing, e-mail, internet and mathematical, statistical and presentational packages |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
The ability to communicate quantitative and qualitative information together with analysis, argument and commentary in a form appropriate to different intended audiences |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their transferable skills. Methods of Assessment Successful completion of coursework requires students to gather information from a range of sources, select and assimilate relevant information and to complete tasks within deadlines. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The degree programme follows a semi-structured curriculum based upon modules in management, economics, finance and accounting, and languages. The degree programme progresses from Stage I to Stage 3. Methods of Assessment End-of-term examinations, class tests, individual and group projects, along with individual and group oral presentations are used to assess student learning. |
Organisations – encompassing the internal aspects, functions and processes of organisations including their diverse nature, purposes, structures, governance, operations and management, together with the individual and corporate behaviours and cultures which exist within and between organisations and their influence upon the external environment |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The degree programme follows a semi-structured curriculum based upon modules in management, economics, finance and accounting, and languages. The degree programme progresses from Stage I to Stage 3. Methods of Assessment End-of-term examinations, class tests, individual and group projects, along with individual and group oral presentations are used to assess student learning. |
External Environment – encompassing a wide range of factors, including economic, environmental, ethical, legal, political, sociological and technological, together with their effects at local, national and international levels upon the strategy, behaviour, management and sustainability of organisations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The degree programme follows a semi-structured curriculum based upon modules in management, economics, finance and accounting, and languages. The degree programme progresses from Stage I to Stage 3. Methods of Assessment End-of-term examinations, class tests, individual and group projects, along with individual and group oral presentations are used to assess student learning. |
Management – encompassing the various processes, procedures and practices for effective management of organisations. It includes theories, models, frameworks, tasks and roles of management together with rational analysis of other processes of decision making within organisations and in relation to the external environment. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The degree programme follows a semi-structured curriculum based upon modules in management, economics, finance and accounting, and languages. The degree programme progresses from Stage I to Stage 3. Methods of Assessment End-of-term examinations, class tests, individual and group projects, along with individual and group oral presentations are used to assess student learning. |
A detailed knowledge of oral and written forms of Spanish, and understanding of the business environment of Spanish-speaking countries |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The degree programme follows a semi-structured curriculum based upon modules in management, economics, finance and accounting, and languages. The degree programme progresses from Stage I to Stage 3. Methods of Assessment End-of-term examinations, class tests, individual and group projects, along with individual and group oral presentations are used to assess student learning. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulation and solving business problems |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this degree is strongly related to practice there is a strong link between the development of skills and employability. Thus, business and managerial skills are further extended to incorporate competency in the language being studied along with an understanding of the business and culture of international business. Methods of Assessment Both summative and formative assessment methods are used throughout all modules. |
Ability to conduct research into business and management issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/presentations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this degree is strongly related to practice there is a strong link between the development of skills and employability. Thus, business and managerial skills are further extended to incorporate competency in the language being studied along with an understanding of the business and culture of international business. Methods of Assessment Both summative and formative assessment methods are used throughout all modules. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Stages and Modules
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability | Duration |
Pre-requisite |
Assessment | |||||
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S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
Accounting | ACC1002 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
An Introduction to Economics | ECO1007 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | ||
Organisational Behaviour | MGT1009 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | ||
Spanish 1 | SPA1101 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 45% | 20% | 35% | |
Intermediate Spanish | SPA1111 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 45% | 20% | 35% | |
Spanish for Beginners | SPA1121 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 45% | 20% | 35% | |
Marketing | MGT1013 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | ||
Operations Management | MGT2005 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | ||
International Business | MGT2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Data and Statistics | MGT2009 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Human Resource Management | MGT2013 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | ||
Spanish 2 | SPA2101 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 45% | 20% | 35% | |
The Digital Business | MGT2018 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Leading for Change | MGT2019 | 2 | 20 | YES | 20 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | ||
International Professional Development | MGT3002 | 3 | 120 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Innovation Management | MGT3011 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | ||
Supply Chain Management | MGT3013 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Business Ethics | MGT3012 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | ||
Public Sector Management | MGT3018 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Strategic Management | MGT3019 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 0% | 40% | 60% | ||
Consumer Behaviour | MGT3027 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | ||
International Business Strategy | MGT3023 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Applied International Business | MGT3004 | 4 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% | ||
Spanish 3 | SPA3101 | 4 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 45% | 20% | 35% |
Notes
The Language option depends on the student's previous level of study. SPA1101 is for those who have A-Level Spanish SPA1111 is for those who have AS-level Spanish Grade B or equivalent SPA1121 is for those who have GCSE Grade B or equivalent in any modern language