Course modules
What you will study on this degree
Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Project Management
20 credits
20 credits
This module introduces students to project management theory, terms and concepts. They will develop an understanding of the structure of projects through the exploration of project life cycles, together with an analysis of the constituent activities and basic techniques that are undertaken during a typical project.
Leadership & Change Management
20 credits
20 credits
Students will develop an understanding of the challenges faced by those involved in leading organisations in todays increasingly complex and dynamic global business environment and understand the theory and practice of organisational change so that they can undertake and manage it effectively.
Strategic Management
20 credits
20 credits
To recognise and evaluate strategic decision-making and how it affects the competitive advantage of business. Students will critically analyse the strategic position of business, assess the strategic choices of businesses to pursue a competitive advantage, and evaluate strategy in action, including how leaders implement strategies in changing environments.
Sustainable Management & ESG
20 credits
20 credits
Students will recognise and critically evaluate the global challenges we face and the role of business and organisations in addressing them. They will be able to identify specific ways in which business and organisations can become more responsible in practice; critically evaluating the sustainability performance and actions of business through the application of appropriate academic concepts, models and frameworks.
Global Business Environment
20 credits
20 credits
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand key issues in the Global Business Environment.
Cross Cultural Management
20 credits
20 credits
Provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to manage and lead across cultures.
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Entry requirements
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Qualification requirements
Alternative qualifications considered
RP(E)L for students from other colleges will be on a case by case basis where their diploma should be equivalent to Levels 4 and 5 of the BBA. The SLIIT Programme Leader will do a mapping to determine whether the student’s qualification matches the Level learning outcomes. This mapping informs the RP(E)L approval undertaken by LJMU. As with normal admissions, the final decision rests with LJMU.
Further information
- DBS, Occupational Health requirements
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RPL
The standard entry route for the programme will be from the SLIIT Higher National Diploma in Business Administration and successful completion of the bridging module (Research Methods). This has been suitably mapped to Levels 4 and 5 of the BA (Hons) Business Management (SIS Code 36364) for the purposes of articulation and RP(E)L. Students at SLIIT undertake two years of studies in English as part of their Higher National Diploma studies. The achievement of a SLIIT Higher National Diploma in Business Administration is sufficient English proficiency. While SLIIT makes a decision on applications, the final decision on acceptance of any student on the programme rests with LJMU at registration. Approval of applicants is at the final stage of student recruitment process, although the Link Tutor can be contacted at any stage if a discussion about a particular student is needed. In cases where RP(E)L is required, the approval of the credits is undertaken by LJMU.
Students who have completed the SLIIT HND will have met the following programme learning outcomes:
Recognize development of the theories, concepts, and practices in broad areas of management.
Apply these concepts and practices to various contemporary business situations and contexts.
Demonstrate effective communication skills consistent with the business and professional environment.
Demonstrate leadership skills while working effectively in a team environment to accomplish a common goal.
Develop competencies in social networking to maintain collaborative and professional relationships with stakeholders.
Adopt and perform in the technology driven business environment with a digital presence
Understanding the constantly evolving business world via quantitative and qualitative data managing skills and apply them into a problem-solving context with implementing research skills.
Exhibit innovative thinking with spotting issues and recognizing opportunity in the entrepreneurial culture
Demonstrate the ability to work in a turbulent environment with a flexible and adaptable mind set.
Appreciate the ethical responsibility in decision making, reflective thinking and initiating process
Develop the capacity for futuristic thinking through constantly updating of knowledge and realize personal life goals and achieve career success
Build a passion towards continuous learning and self-development to cater for diverse needs in their careers
International requirements
Other international requirements
Students will be able to demonstrate efficiency in English to a standard equivalent to IELTS 6. Decisions on equivalence will be made by the relevant link tutor or programme leader within Liverpool Business School.
Further information
- DBS, Occupational Health requirements
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RPL
The standard entry route for the programme will be from the SLIIT Higher National Diploma in Business Administration and successful completion of the bridging module (Research Methods). This has been suitably mapped to Levels 4 and 5 of the BA (Hons) Business Management (SIS Code 36364) for the purposes of articulation and RP(E)L. Students at SLIIT undertake two years of studies in English as part of their Higher National Diploma studies. The achievement of a SLIIT Higher National Diploma in Business Administration is sufficient English proficiency. While SLIIT makes a decision on applications, the final decision on acceptance of any student on the programme rests with LJMU at registration. Approval of applicants is at the final stage of student recruitment process, although the Link Tutor can be contacted at any stage if a discussion about a particular student is needed. In cases where RP(E)L is required, the approval of the credits is undertaken by LJMU.
Students who have completed the SLIIT HND will have met the following programme learning outcomes:
Recognize development of the theories, concepts, and practices in broad areas of management.
Apply these concepts and practices to various contemporary business situations and contexts.
Demonstrate effective communication skills consistent with the business and professional environment.
Demonstrate leadership skills while working effectively in a team environment to accomplish a common goal.
Develop competencies in social networking to maintain collaborative and professional relationships with stakeholders.
Adopt and perform in the technology driven business environment with a digital presence
Understanding the constantly evolving business world via quantitative and qualitative data managing skills and apply them into a problem-solving context with implementing research skills.
Exhibit innovative thinking with spotting issues and recognizing opportunity in the entrepreneurial culture
Demonstrate the ability to work in a turbulent environment with a flexible and adaptable mind set.
Appreciate the ethical responsibility in decision making, reflective thinking and initiating process
Develop the capacity for futuristic thinking through constantly updating of knowledge and realize personal life goals and achieve career success
Build a passion towards continuous learning and self-development to cater for diverse needs in their careers
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