Module Descriptors
BUSINESS SKILLS
XXXX46941
Key Facts
Faculty of Business, Education and Law
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 20%
- GROUP PRESENTATION weighted at 30%
- DEVELOPMENT PLAN weighted at 0%
- CLASS-TEST weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
The learning strategies will require students to commit 150 learning hours, of which 36 hours will consist of contact time. A combination of lectures and tutorial/workshops will provide students with the opportunity to develop a range of business skills. An 'Away Day workshop will provide further opportunity to develop these skills.
A further 114 hours of independent study will require students to further develop and practise these skills using a combination of formative and summative assessment exercises independently and as part of a small group.
A further 114 hours of independent study will require students to further develop and practise these skills using a combination of formative and summative assessment exercises independently and as part of a small group.
Module Indicative Content
The purpose of this module is to provide students with an introduction to the study and transferable skills necessary for the satisfactory completion of a higher education business course and subsequent employment and career development. In particular the module will focus on communication, numeracy and I.T. skills. Personal Development Planning will be introduced through this module.
Topics covered in the module will be drawn from: introduction to the University learning environment such as library induction, accessing on-line resources, IT including the use of - Word, PowerPoint, Internet and Outlook, research skills and referencing; developing lines of argument and enquiry; written communication skills such as essays, working in groups and group motivation and behaviour, oral communications (presentations, body language), assignment and examination techniques;.
The module will also introduce students to basic accounting principles. In this respect the module will cover: accounting terminology, the legal framework of accounting; compilation of basic financial statements (trading and profit and loss account, balance sheet).
Topics covered in the module will be drawn from: introduction to the University learning environment such as library induction, accessing on-line resources, IT including the use of - Word, PowerPoint, Internet and Outlook, research skills and referencing; developing lines of argument and enquiry; written communication skills such as essays, working in groups and group motivation and behaviour, oral communications (presentations, body language), assignment and examination techniques;.
The module will also introduce students to basic accounting principles. In this respect the module will cover: accounting terminology, the legal framework of accounting; compilation of basic financial statements (trading and profit and loss account, balance sheet).
Module Additional Assessment Details
500 word Essay (20%) LO1
Group PowerPoint Presentations (30%) LO1
Class Test/Exam (1hr) (50%) LO2
Learning Outcome 3 will be covered by the compilation of the Personal Development Plan during personal tutorials, and with a reflective piece of writing.
Group PowerPoint Presentations (30%) LO1
Class Test/Exam (1hr) (50%) LO2
Learning Outcome 3 will be covered by the compilation of the Personal Development Plan during personal tutorials, and with a reflective piece of writing.
Module Resources
IT Network System, Library Resources, TV/Video,
Module Texts
Atrill, P. and E. McLaney. (2006). Accounting and Finance for Non-Specialists. FT: Prentice Hall; ISBN: 0273 702440
Cottrell, S. (1999) The Study Skills Handbook, 2nd edition. Palgrave. ISBN: 0333751892
Peck, J and Coyle, M. (2005) The Students Guide to Writing, Palgrave. ISBN: 978 403997388
Cottrell, S. (1999) The Study Skills Handbook, 2nd edition. Palgrave. ISBN: 0333751892
Peck, J and Coyle, M. (2005) The Students Guide to Writing, Palgrave. ISBN: 978 403997388