BUS1015 : Management and Organisation
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s): Dr Dean Pierides
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to:
- Introduce students to core theories and principles of management and organisation, establishing a foundation for further study in business and management.
- Develop the ability to apply and critically evaluate these theories in relation to contemporary organisational challenges and business practices.
- Foster awareness of ethical considerations and socio-cultural diversity in managerial decision-making, supporting management practice.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module covers management and organisation theories, such as those relevant for:
- Classical management (scientific management, bureaucracy, general management)
- People management (human relations theory, identities, teamworking, organisational culture)
- Organisations (structure, design, change)
- Contemporary issues (new workplace technologies, organisational purpose)
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 11 | 2:00 | 22:00 | PIP |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 35:00 | 35:00 | Completion of final assignment |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 3 | 20:00 | 60:00 | Completion of portfolio assessment |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | PIP |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 12 | 6:00 | 72:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Weekly guided independent study assigned on the learning platform is used to support learning and assessment.
Lectures are used to extend student understanding of the subject area.
Workshops are used to develop an understanding of the practical implications of the knowledge base in specific situations and to provide feedback.
Online drop-in sessions are used to support assessment.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2 | M | 30 | Quizzes that test foundational knowledge |
| Written exercise | 2 | A | 70 | Final assignment consolidates learning (2,000 words) |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | Formative assessment to support workshops and contribute toward final assignment |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Portfolio: The online quizzes test the learning outcomes in relation to progress during the semester.
Written exercise: The final assignment evaluates the extent to which students can synthesise knowledge taught throughout the semester.
Problem solving exercises: The formative assessment tasks set in preparation for the workshops provide an opportunity for students to receive feedback and the work they complete can be used toward the final assignment.
If students are eligible to a second attempt resit will be an assignment and the resit calculation will be based 100% on the submission.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- BUS1015's Timetable