Wolverhampton Business SchoolHND BusinessCourse Guide

2017-18September

About this guide

This is your course guide. It provides the basic but fundamental information about your course of study. Thisguide is yours for the duration of the course, we don’t re-issue it annually and if any information containedwithin were to change then we will write to you to explain so.

In particular, if any important aspects relating to your modules were to change then we will inform you inaccordance with the Code of Practice for the Management of Changes to Modules and Courses. The teachingand support teams which you will get to know over time will refer to this guide – it will be useful to you andwe advise you to make good use of it throughout your studies.

The Course Guide should be read in conjunction with the more general sources of information which relate toall students at the University. The Student Handbook is a very detailed reference point for all issues relating toyour studies which aren’t specific to just your particular course. You might also want to refer to the StudentCharter; the University’s Policies and Regulations and the University Assessment Handbook documents whichwill provide you with all of the information that we think you will need for your period of study here.

If you need additional information, or you simply want to discuss elements of any of these documents or otheraspects of your course, find that there is something you need to know, please contact your Faculty StudentServices:

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We can help with the administration and organisation of your time at University – from enrolment andmodule registration, tuition fee enquiries, attendance support, course management and lifecycle queries,extenuating circumstances, leave of absence, transfers and changes, assignment submission, SAMsappointments, assessment and result queries, right through to Graduation.

You can also come and talk to us for impartial advice and support if things are starting to go wrong and you’renot sure who else to talk to. The main thing to remember is that you are not alone. We see large numbers ofstudents over the course of a year on a variety of issues, so please don’t be afraid to approach us.

We are here to ensure that your transition into Higher Education is as smooth as possible. Normal officeopening hours are Monday-Friday 08:45-17:00.

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Welcome from the Course Leader

On behalf of the teaching and support teams from HND Business course, I would like to extend to you a verywarm welcome to the University of Wolverhampton, and in particular your campus.

My name is Hajrija Dergic and I am the course leader for your HND Business course and alongside yourpersonal tutor, will be your main point of contact over the duration of your studies. My contact details arebelow – please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need any support or guidance.

The successes which you will achieve whilst at the University are based upon a partnership between theexpertise and support from the staff here and the effort you put into learning. We welcome students who areeager to think for themselves, to take control of their own learning and who are ready to get involved in

developing the skills required in a highly competitive job market. Make the most of the wide range ofopportunities available to you.

Studying at University can be difficult, and for many of you the transition into University life will bechallenging. However we will support you throughout your course, particularly whilst you develop into anindependent learner over the course of your first year with us.

We believe it is important that you are encouraged to make your own contribution to the effective operationand development of your chosen course. We hope that you might consider acting as a Course Representativeduring some of your time with us to help the University continue to improve your experience.

I would like to wish you every success with your studies. We look forward to working with you and hope thatyou enjoy your time with us.

Best regards,

Hajrija Dergic

Email: H.dergic2@wlv.ac.uk

Course Management and Staff Involvement

RoleRole NameName SpecialismSpecialism eMaileMail Tel. Ext.Tel. Ext. RoomRoom

Head of Department Mr Andrew Groves A.Groves@wlv.ac.uk 3775 MN115

Course Leader Hajrija Dergic H.Dergic2@wlv.ac.uk MN005

Educational Aims of the Course

The HND Business is a widely-recognised and highly-valued business qualification, developing a range ofskills that are necessary to pursue a career in business and providing a solid platform for further study in thesubject area. In addition to developing a set of key skills valued by employers, the course encompasses thekey business functional areas of marketing, human resource management, and finance, as well as theoperational and planning dimensions associated with business decision making. A distinctive feature of thecourse is that the provision provides an international focus. It is within this international context thatstudents develop their abilities as business practitioners through a range of work-related learning andassessment opportunities. Successful students will therefore have the opportunity to distinguish themselvesin the labour market, by offering potential employers a highly relevant skill set and contemporary knowledgebase. Those students wishing to pursue their study further will be able to access the BA BusinessManagement course on a top-up basis.

What makes this programme distinctive?

The HND course gives a great opportunity to study principles of management and apply these skills to real-life work situations. Students are able to develop these skills further and reflect on the work experience andproject-manage change for the organisation in the second year.

Course Structure

September (Full-Time)September (Full-Time)

ModuleModule TitleTitle CreditsCredits PeriodPeriod TypeType Module LeaderModule Leader

4BU006 Learning for Business Success 20 SEM1 Core Jenni Jones

4AC012 Finance and Accounting for Managers 20 SEM1 Core Lisa Mckeown

4HR018 Organisational Structures for EffectiveManagement

20 SEM1 Core Janet Firth

4HR001 Managing Individuals at Work 20 SEM2 Core Kevin Willmore

4MK002 Marketing Principles 20 SEM2 Core William Mott

4IB004 Business in a Global Context 20 SEM2 Core Wen Wang

5BE001 Entrepreneurial Creativity and Innovation 20 SEM1 Core Elizabeth Heyworth

5HR002 Leading and Managing in Organisations 20 SEM1 Core Kevin Croker

5MK006 Marketing Planning 20 SEM1 Core Mohammed Mahdi

5IB004 Economics of Managerial Decision-making 20 SEM2 Core Chiara Paola Donegani

5BU012 Operations and Supply Management 20 SEM2 Core Claire Hannibal

5BU013 Business Research Project 20 SEM2 Core Sammy Li

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning OutcomeLearning Outcome Contributing ModulesContributing Modules

HNC Course Learning Outcome 1 HNC Course Learning Outcome 1 (HNCCLO1)(HNCCLO1)

Demonstrate knowledge of the underlyingconcepts and principles associated with yourarea(s) of study, and an ability to evaluate andinterpret these within the context of that area ofstudy

4AC012 Finance and Accounting for Managers4BU006 Learning for Business Success4HR001 Managing Individuals at Work4HR018 Organisational Structures for Effective Management4IB004 Business in a Global Context4MK002 Marketing Principles

HNC Course Learning Outcome 2 HNC Course Learning Outcome 2 (HNCCLO2)(HNCCLO2)

Demonstrate an ability to present, evaluate andinterpret qualitative and quantitative data, inorder to develop lines of argument and makesound judgements in accordance with basictheories and concepts of your subject(s) of study.

4AC012 Finance and Accounting for Managers4BU006 Learning for Business Success4HR001 Managing Individuals at Work4HR018 Organisational Structures for Effective Management4IB004 Business in a Global Context4MK002 Marketing Principles

HNC Course Learning Outcome 3 HNC Course Learning Outcome 3 (HNCCLO3)(HNCCLO3)

Evaluate the appropriateness of differentapproaches to solving problems related to yourarea(s) of study and/or work

4AC012 Finance and Accounting for Managers4BU006 Learning for Business Success4HR001 Managing Individuals at Work4HR018 Organisational Structures for Effective Management4IB004 Business in a Global Context4MK002 Marketing Principles

HNC Course Learning Outcome 4 HNC Course Learning Outcome 4 (HNCCLO4)(HNCCLO4)

Communicate the results of your study/workaccurately and reliably, and with structured andcoherent arguments

4AC012 Finance and Accounting for Managers4BU006 Learning for Business Success4HR001 Managing Individuals at Work4HR018 Organisational Structures for Effective Management4IB004 Business in a Global Context4MK002 Marketing Principles

HNC Course Learning Outcome 5 HNC Course Learning Outcome 5 (HNCCLO5)(HNCCLO5)

Demonstrate the qualities and transferable skillsnecessary for employment requiring the exercise

of some personal responsibility

HND Course Learning Outcome 1 HND Course Learning Outcome 1 (HNDCLO1)(HNDCLO1)

Apply relevant knowledge and understanding oforganisations, the external environment in whichthey operate and management theory whenassessing and solving problems in differentbusiness scenarios.

5BU012 Operations and Supply Management5BU013 Business Research Project5HR002 Leading and Managing in Organisations5IB004 Economics of Managerial Decision-making5MK006 Marketing Planning

HND Course Learning Outcome 2 HND Course Learning Outcome 2 (HNDCLO2)(HNDCLO2)

Utilise and combine the knowledge and skillsgained in different parts of the study programmein order to demonstrate your understanding ofbusiness organisations, their behaviour, anddecision-making.

5BE001 Entrepreneurial Creativity and Innovation5IB004 Economics of Managerial Decision-making5MK006 Marketing Planning

HND Course Learning Outcome 3 HND Course Learning Outcome 3 (HNDCLO3)(HNDCLO3)

Apply a range of relevant transferable.

5BE001 Entrepreneurial Creativity and Innovation5BU012 Operations and Supply Management5BU013 Business Research Project5HR002 Leading and Managing in Organisations

HND Course Learning Outcome 4 HND Course Learning Outcome 4 (HNDCLO4)(HNDCLO4)

Apply a range of relevant transferable skills to acareer in business and management (e.g.effective communication, self-management,working in teams, interpersonal skills, research)and critically reflect on the effectiveness of yourskills and knowledge in such application.

5BE001 Entrepreneurial Creativity and Innovation5BU012 Operations and Supply Management5BU013 Business Research Project5HR002 Leading and Managing in Organisations5IB004 Economics of Managerial Decision-making5MK006 Marketing Planning

HND Course Learning Outcome 5 HND Course Learning Outcome 5 (HNDCLO5)(HNDCLO5)

Progress to an undergraduate degree or furtherprofessional qualification in a business or relatedsubject area.

PSRB

None

Employability in the Curriculum

This two-year course provides an educational foundation for a wide range of administrative and managementcareers in business. The breadth of subject coverage, coupled with the development of international businessperspectives, equips students to move into a variety of positions in organisations operating in global markets.These positions would typically be junior roles in functional areas of business such as Marketing or PersonnelDepartments, or general management responsibilities within organisations.

Alternatively, on completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to do a one-year top-up in theform of a BA (Hons) Business Management qualification.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The course draws on a number of theoretical approaches in the design of the learning activities. Whilstlectures will form part of the teaching, these will be followed by seminars and tutorials to engage the studentswith the subject matter.

The learner is viewed as a unique individual with unique needs and backgrounds. Therefore, learning activities

that allow students to pursue learning activities that fulfil their intrinsic motivations will be encouraged.

Knowledge and Understanding

Reading – both core and supplementary reading from books, journals and electronic sources and keepingabreast of current affairs and business news.Case Study Analysis – looking at the application of theory and practice, to identify problems andrecommend solutions.Group Discussions – on identified themes to draw out and share personal experiences and learningamongst the wider group through various digitised forums.Student Presentations/Student led Seminars are to encourage creativity and develop own understandingsof taking roles and leading others.Problem-based learning approaches to enhance students’ knowledge in an enterprising way.Lectures and Workshops.Group and Individual Tutorials.

Subject-specific

Undertaking research for projects/dissertation and individual/group exercisesCase study analysisAssessment preparation and feedbackGroup discussion

The learning activities may include use of case studies in the application of key concepts and knowledge.Additionally, there are opportunities for students to discuss their learning with the tutors in small groups andone-to-one tutorials with the tutor.

Learning and Teaching Methods

This data indicates the proportion of time in each year of study that students can expect to engage in thefollowing activities (expressed as a percentage for each level).

LevelLevel TeachingTeaching IndependentIndependent PlacementPlacement

4 24 76 0

5 22 78 0

Assessment Methods

This data indicates the proportion of summative assessment in each year of study that will derive from thefollowing: (expressed as a percentage for each level).

LevelLevel Written ExamsWritten Exams Practical ExamsPractical Exams CourseworkCoursework

4 17 8 75

5 8 7 85

Reference Points

Edexcel BTEC Higher Nationals in Business

QAA Framework for Higher Education

QAA General Business and Management Benchmark Statement (2015)

Quality Code - Part A: Setting and Maintaining Academic Standards. Including:

Qualifications Frameworks

Characteristics Statements

Credit Frameworks

Subject Benchmark Statements - list

Quality Code - Part B: Assuring and Enhancing Academic Quality

University Policies and Regulations

Equality Act (2010).

Academic Regulations Exemptions

None

Support with your studies

University Learning Centres are the key source of academic information for students providing access to:

Physical library resources (books, journal, DVDs etc.)Study areas to allow students to study in the environment that suits them best: Social areas, quiet andsilent areas.A wide range of online information sources, including eBooks, e-journals and subject databasesAcademic skills support via the Skills for Learning programmeStudents on campus can attend workshops or ask for one-to-one help on a range of skills such asacademic writing and referencing.Dedicated Subject Pages to enable you to explore key online information sources that are recommendedfor their studies.Physical access to local libraries both in UK and overseas via SCONUL and WorldCat agreements

We also strongly advise you to download to “MyWLV” student app. MyWLV is a single point of personalisedaccess to the variety of systems the University offers. This includes pulling through relevant information (e.g.deadlines, timetables) and linking to underlying systems.

Course Specific Support

There are number of levels of support available for learning.

A personal tutor is allocated to every student. Personal tutors maintain regular communication (virtual and/orface-to-face) with each of their designated tutees. Follow-up meetings are arranged with students who are notmaking satisfactory progress or who are at risk of withdrawal. Personal tutors assist students in theirpersonal and academic development, planning and progression, as well as offering students advice andguidance to help students liaise with other staff and support facilities in their school and the University,including study skills support.

The course leader will monitor the academic and experiential quality of the course through Award Boards,focus groups and other channels. The course leader also supports and directs students proactively on thecourse, both collectively and individually, and responds to inquiries and requests from students with regard tothe academic programme of study.

The Faculty Enabling Tutor liaises with the Student Enabling Centre (SEC) regarding provision for specificdisabled students & disseminates information from the SEC on the needs of specific disabled students. TheFaculty Enabling Tutors also monitor requests for, and provision of, specific examination and assessmentarrangements, publicise ‘surgery’ arrangements and make available time to meet with individual disabledstudents to enable them to discuss their own school-specific disability issues where necessary. The tutortakes a pro-active role in monitoring the welfare and academic progress of disabled students within theschool.

Where applicable, in-class semester assessments are arranged by the module tutor, who will, whereappropriate, ensure that any arrangements made for students requiring special consideration are checked bythe University Student Enabling Centre to ensure fairness and equability, and that the provisions of theUniversity Equal Opportunities policy are met. These arrangements will apply to those students who haveidentified special learning requirements.

Members of the Learning Centres are invited to speak to students about accessing printed and electronicresources and provide support for research. LIS also provide a number of electronic resources includingpodcasts, which can support distance learners in these areas. The ‘skills for learning’ skills support facilitycan be accessed electronically via www.wlv.ac.uk/lib/skills

Contact Hours

In higher education, the term ‘contact hours’ is used very broadly, to refer to the amount of time that youspend learning in contact with teaching or associated staff, when studying for a particular course.

This time provides you with the support in developing your subject knowledge and skills, and opportunitiesto develop and reflect on your own, independent learning. Contact time can take a wide variety of formsdepending on your subject, as well as where and how you are studying. Some of the most common examplesare:

lecturesseminarstutorialsproject supervisionsdemonstrationspractical classes and workshopssupervised time in a studio/workshopfieldworkexternal visitswork-based learning (including placements)scheduled virtual interaction with tutor such as on line, skype, telephone

In UK higher education, you as the student take primary responsibility for your own learning. In this context,contact time with teaching and associated staff is there to help shape and guide your studies. It may be usedto introduce new ideas and equip you with certain knowledge or skills, demonstrate practical skills for you topractise independently, offer guidance on project work, or to provide personalised feedback.

Alongside contact time, private or independent study is therefore very significant. This is the time that youspend learning without direct supervision from, or contact with, a member of staff. It might includebackground reading, preparation for seminars or tutorials, follow-up work, wider practice, the completion ofassignments, revision, and so on.

Course Specific Health and Safety Issues

No specific health and safety issues recorded.

Course Fact File

Hierarchy of Awards:Hierarchy of Awards: Higher National Diploma Business awarded by the University of Wolverhampton Certificate of Higher Education Combined Studies University Statement of Credit University Statement of Credit

Course Codes:Course Codes: BU001S01UV Full-time 2 Years

UCAS Code:UCAS Code: 422N

Awarding Body / Institution:Awarding Body / Institution: University of Wolverhampton

School / Institute:School / Institute: Wolverhampton Business School

Category of Partnership:Category of Partnership: Not delivered in partnership

Location of Delivery:Location of Delivery: University of Wolverhampton

Teaching Institution:Teaching Institution: University of Wolverhampton

Published: 07-Sep-2017 by Hajrija Dergic