BUS3052 : International Business Management Dissertation
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Komal Kalra
- 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 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 20.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module provides students with an opportunity to develop their understanding of research methods and apply their learning to a small-scale research project on a specific topic from the area of international business management. Students will select one topic for independent investigation supported by an appropriate supervisor. The module enables students to display their grasp of all relevant issues surrounding that topic and to demonstrate their enthusiasm and interest.
Outline Of Syllabus
There is no set syllabus for this module because it will involve planning, conducting and representing an international business management research dissertation. Supporting classes will provide research methods training.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 176:00 | 176:00 | N/A |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 4 | 0:15 | 1:00 | Explanatory videos as preparation for the PIP session. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 5 | 2:00 | 10:00 | PIP |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 100:00 | 100:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | Seminars (PIP) |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Library workshop |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 100:00 | 100:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Dissertation/project related supervision | 6 | 1:00 | 6:00 | Supervision from Dissertation (PIP) |
| Total | 400:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module consists of a mix of lectures (PIP) and group teaching (PIP).
The majority of the module will be spent on guided independent study, in which students conduct their literature-based research and produce the research report. Their efforts will be supported by timetabled supervision sessions to provide ongoing formative assessment, formative feedback, and support.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 2 | M | 100 | 10000 word piece |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | Formative feedback given in supervision sessions. |
| Written exercise | 2 | M | Formative feedback given in supervision sessions. |
| Written exercise | 2 | M | Formative Feedback given in supervision sessions |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The dissertation is the written evidence of the students’ ability to conduct and report an in-depth international business management investigation.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- BUS3052's Timetable