Hnc Hnd Business (law) 1j472j

Programme Specification . Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she es the programme. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found [either by following the links provided or in the programme handbook]. The accuracy of the information contained in this specification is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Degree and Programme Title HNC/HND Business (Law )

1. Awarding Institution/Body

University of Kent

2. Teaching Institution

Canterbury College

3. Teaching Site

Canterbury College

4. Programme accredited by

University of Kent

5. Final Award

HNC/HND

6. Programme

Business (Law)

7. UCAS Code (or other code) 8. Relevant QAA subject benchmarking

General Business and Management 2007

group(s)

9. Date of production/revision

November 2012

10. Applicable cohort(s)

From September 2012

11. Educational Aims of the Programme The programme aims to: The HNC/HND in Business (Law) have been developed to focus on:  providing education and training for a range of careers in business  providing a general qualification which allows flexibility of study to meet local or specialist needs  providing specialist options which meet the needs of the major functions in business and allow specialisation with career progression and professional recognition in mind  providing opportunities for learners to focus on the development of higher-level skills in a business context  providing opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques and attributes essential for successful performance in working life  providing opportunities for individuals in employment to achieve a nationally recognised level 5 vocationally specific qualification  providing opportunities for learners to gain a nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification to enter employment in business or progress to higher education vocational qualifications such as a full-time degree in business or a related area.

These qualifications meet the needs of the above rationale by:  equipping individuals with knowledge, understanding and skills for success in a range of istrative and management positions in business  providing specialist routes of study which relate to individual professions within the business world in which learners are working or intend to seek employment  enabling progression to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in business or a related area  ing individuals employed or entering employment in the business field  developing the individual’s ability in the business field through effective use and combination of the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme  developing a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life and thereby enable learners to make an immediate contribution to employment  providing flexibility, knowledge, skills and motivation as a basis for future studies and career development in business. Learners studying for the HNC/HND in Business (Law) will be expected to develop the following skills during the programme of study:  cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis  effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving business problems  effective communication, oral and in writing, using a range of media widely used in business e.g. the preparation and presentation of business reports  numeric and quantitative skills including data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation; the use of models of business problems and phenomena  effective use of communication and information technology for business applications  effective self-management in of time, planning and behaviour, motivation, selfstarting, individual initiative and enterprise  developing an appropriate learning style  self-awareness, openness and sensitivity to diversity in of people, cultures, business and management issues  effective performance within a team environment including leadership, team-building, influencing and project-management skills  interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiating, persuading and presentation  abilities to conduct research into business and management issues.

12. Programme Outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme outcomes have references to the subject benchmarking statement for General Business and Management 2007 (SB) Knowledge and Understanding

Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated

A. Knowledge and Understanding of:

1. The marketing process and associated issues and concepts (SB3.2, 3.5, 3.7).

2. Finance as it applies to businesses, e.g. sources, types, costing systems and financial reporting (SB3.7).

Teaching and learning: A variety of learning and teaching strategies including lecturers; seminars self directed learning and problem-based learning scenarios tutorials, individual group

3. Business organisations, their structure and environment including key management theories and practices, culture, ethics and objectives (SB2.1, 2.2).

4. Key business concepts and techniques, such as sustainability, strategic planning and strategy implementation (SB2.2, 3.1).

5. Decision making theory applications and techniques, including proposed solutions(SB3.1, 3.6).

6. ICT applications to make decisions and

presentations and projects. The programme will be fully ed by a range of learner centred activities including regular face to face . The learner will develop understanding of the practice, theories and issues, be able to reflect on them and apply this knowledge to their further studies. Assessment: Determined by formal and informal assessment through a combination of written and oral methods, including discussions, assignments, presentations and project work.

solve business problems (SB3.7)

7. The legal system, procedures and key legislation (SB3.5, 3.7)

8. The role and processes of selling and sales environment (SB3.5, 3.7). Skills and Other Attributes B. Intellectual Skills:

1. Key features of the local, national and European dimensions in which UK businesses operate, their significance and challenges (SB3.3, 3.4. 3.5).

2. The objectives and purposes of business organisations; organisational structure and culture; the dynamics of groups and individuals within the organisation(SB3.1).

3. Use of effective techniques and systems applications to store, collect and analyse various forms of data and present that data in an appropriate form(SB3.9).

Teaching/learning A variety of learning and teaching strategies including lecturers; seminars self directed learning and problem-based learning scenarios tutorials, individual group presentations and projects. The programme will be fully ed by a range of learner centred activities including regular face to face . The learner will be able to reflection the knowledge, understanding and intellectual skills acquired and will be required to carry out analysis, research and formulate arguments relating to Business Law

4. Key principles and provisions of legislation relating to business organisations and practices(SB3.9).

5. Key models and techniques used in planning and decision making. Including proposals for change and updates business objectives (SB3.9).

6. Develop, create and manipulate financial reports and spreadsheets; perform calculations, interpret, test and document (SB3.9).

7. Propose an appropriate project, research and develop, present and critically

Assessment Determined by formal and informal assessments of progress and achievement will take place through a combination of written and oral methods, including discussions, assignments, presentations and project work.

evaluate. (SB3.9).

8. The exploration of a range of Retail related concerns, perspectives and requirements(SB3.2). C. Subject-specific Skills: These should include practice and professional skills

1. The marketing mix, its components, market segments and marketing plans (SB3.7).

2. Ability to monitor a variety of data (e.g. costs, budgets, market analyses) within an organisation, apply appropriate techniques and make decisions based on information available (SB3.9).

3. Be able to contribute to the implementation of procedures and policy change in all areas of the business (SB3.7).

4. Business planning, its roles, objectives,

Teaching/learning A variety of learning and teaching strategies including lecturers; seminars self directed learning and problem-based learning scenarios tutorials, individual group presentations and projects. The programme will be fully ed by a range of learner centred activities including regular face to face . The learner will undertake analysis of case studies and scenarios to develop and expand their understanding of the work environment and their ability to solve law related and business problems.

approaches and implementation in business organisations (SB3.6).

5. Ability to research primary and secondary data relating to a specified area of business (SB3.9).

6. Exploration of business communication systems and the gathering and dissemination of organisational knowledge(SB3.7).

Assessment Determined by formal and informal assessments of progress and achievement will take place through a combination of written and oral methods, including discussions, assignments, presentations and project work.

7. Explore the practical situations which could lead to the discharge of a business contract and evaluate the relative importance of the remedies available (SB3.6).

8. Skills and techniques relating to business communications including customers, staff, colleagues and recruitment (SB3.7).

9. Explore the main principles affecting the legal relationship between business organisations and their consumers (SB3.5). D. Transferable Skills:

1. Managing and developing self - the ability to manage own roles and responsibilities, to manage own time in achieving objectives, to undertake

Teaching/learning Transferable skills will be taught as an integral part of all modules. These skills are considered essential in developing an

personal and career development, to transfer skills gained to new and changing situations and contexts(SB3.9).

2. Working with and relating to others - the ability to treat others' values, beliefs and opinions with respect, to relate to and interact effectively with individuals and groups, to work effectively as a team member, to develop negotiating skills(SB3.9).

3. Managing tasks, solving problems and

individual’s personal effectiveness and the necessary academic skills required to undertake this programme of study. Additional will be offered through tutorials and personal development plans for the duration of study.

Assessment Assignments will be designed to ensure the acquisition of transferable skills. These are an integral part of teaching and assessment.

planning- ability to use information sources to deal with routine or nonroutine tasks; to plan appropriately; to identify and solve routine/non-routine problems(SB3.9).

4. Communicating - the ability to receive and respond to a variety of information, present information in a variety of visual forms, to communicate in writing, to participate in oral and non-verbal communication(SB3.9).

5. Applying technology - the ability to use a range of technological equipment and systems appropriately(SB3.9).

6. Applying numeracy - the ability to apply numerical skills and techniques appropriately (SB3.9). For more information on which modules provide which skills, see the module mapping below.

13. Programme Structures and Requirements, Levels, Modules, Credits and Awards The HNC/HND Business (Law) programme is validated by the University of Kent and delivered by Canterbury College at the College campus in Canterbury. The Higher National Certificate in Business (Law) is an eight module qualification of which six are core modules. It must contain a minimum of six modules designated at Certificate ( C ) level. The HNC award is designed as fall back award for students who do not complete the full HND. The Higher National Diploma in Business (Law) is a sixteen module qualification of which nine are core modules. It must contain a minimum of nine modules designated at intermediate ( I ) level. In order to achieve the HNC in Business (Law) students are required to eight modules – four in Year 1 and four in Year 2. In order to achieve the HND in Business (Law) students are required to sixteen modules – eight in Year 1 and eight in Year 2. All modules are offered subject to sufficient student numbers. Each module is equal to 15 credits. Therefore the HNC is equivalent to 120 credits and the HND is equivalent to 240 credits. Successful HNC students will have the opportunity to top up to the HND by taking a further eight modules. Successful HND students will have the opportunity to progress to further study at Canterbury College or the University of Kent. The hours of study for each module are shown in the individual module specifications and exceed the minimum requirement for Higher National Awards: HNCs-600 guided learning hours and HNDs-960 guided learning hours. The university of Kent classifies HNC/HND programmes on a /merit/distinction basis. Higher National Certificate Business (Law) (Must contain a minimum of six modules designated at certificate ( C ) level.) Code

Title

Level

Credits

Year 1 Required Core Modules

KBC300 KBC301 KBC302 KBC303

Marketing Managing Financial Resources and Decisions Organisations and Behaviour Business Environment

C C

15 15

C

15

C

15

Year 2 Required Core Modules

KBC304

Common Law I

C

15

KBC518

International Business

I

15

C

15

C

15

Compulsory Specialist Modules

KBC307

English Legal Systems

Optional Modules (One to be Taken)

KBC305

Human Resources

Term(s)

Management

KBC309

Website Design

C

15

Higher National Diploma Business (Law) (Must contain a minimum of nine modules designated at intermediate ( I ) level.) Code

Title

Level

Credits

Term(s)

Year 1 Required Modules

KBC300

Marketing

C

15

KBC301

Managing Financial Resources and Decisions

C

15

KBC302

Organisations and Behaviour

C

15

KBC303

Business Environment

C

15

KBC304

Common Law I

C

15

KBC518

International Business

I

15

C

15

Compulsory Specialist Modules

KBC307

English Legal Systems

Optional Modules (One to be Taken)

KBC305

Human Resources Management

C

15

KBC309

Website Design

C

15

Year 2 Required Core Modules

KBC500

Business Decision Making

I

15

KBC501

Business Strategy

I

15

KBC502

Research Project

I

15

Compulsory Specialist Modules

KBC511

Business Law

I

15

KBC512

Common Law II

I

15

KBC513

European Law

I

15

Optional Modules (Two must be taken) (Available modules will be student number dependant)

KBC504

Market Planning

I

15

KBC507

Employee Relations

I

15

KBC509

Financial Reporting

I

15

I

15

KBC506

Sales Planning and Operations Taxation

I

15

KBC503

Advertising and Promotion

I

15

KBC520

E-Retail

I

15

KBC508

14. Work-Based Learning Where relevant to the programme of study, provide details of any work-based learning element, inclusive of employer details, delivery, assessment and for students. Work based learning is delivered in two main areas: Students are encouraged to apply their knowledge and skills to the resolution of real work placed based problems and use these events as the source of reflective study resulting in real work place based reflective practice. Students are encouraged to use, where appropriate, pragmatic solutions to issues, appropriate to the context of their working (or future working) environment.

15. for Students and their Learning 

An induction week is delivered at the commencement of the programme of study. Student an guidance continues throughout the course via personal tutorials

 

Student Handbook provided to all learners at the commencement of studies

        

Learning Resources Centre resources at Canterbury College

  

Student Learning Advisers at UELT, University of Kent



Appropriate employer determined in association with the Canterbury College programme team

Tutorial System/Personal Tutor, including a minimum of 2 individual sessions a term and open access to Personal Tutor Langham House facilities, including computer access and resources University of Kent library resources and facilities Careers Advisory Service through the University of Kent Student Unions at both Canterbury College and the University of Kent Essential Skills Centre and study skills Disability ed Learning Unit Student Information Centre at Canterbury College for welfare matters, plus services provided by the University of Kent Links with University of Kent computer facilities (e.g. Athens software) Academic system providing advice on module choice and programme structure, academic difficulties, progression routes and individual progress.

16. Entry Profile The minimum age to study a degree programme at the university is normally at least 17 years old by 20 September in the year the course begins. There is no upper age limit. Entry Route For fuller information, please refer to the University prospectus

Applicants must have at least one of the following: 1A level / Advanced GCE or a BTEC National Diploma or equivalent. Applications are also welcomed from students with access qualifications and mature students without formal academic qualifications but relevant work experience. International Applicants are required to have reached B2 level score (IELTS 5.5 across all sections) in UK Border Agency approved tests in English.

What does this programme have to offer?



An excellent standard of education that will enable the learner to progress in employment or continue in their studies



Guest speakers as appropriate, providing current relevant knowledge and insight into the business sector



Progression to appropriate honours degree programmes, such as BA (Hons) Business (Law)



Widening participation to allow learners who have previously been forced to study away from home to study locally and continue in their employment

 

Learners encouraged from a wide range of educational backgrounds Provides the learner with knowledge and reflective understanding of the key areas of the retail sector

Personal Profile The learner:

 

Will be intending to pursue employment in and/or develop a career in Business.



Will have a willingness to build knowledge and skills across all aspects of retail management



Should have suitable levels of numeracy and IT skills and/or a willingness to develop them



Should have the commitment to develop the skills required to analyse problems within the retail management environment

Should possess good oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with others

17. Methods for Evaluating and Enhancing the Quality and Standards of Teaching and Learning Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the curriculum and outcome standards

              

Learner Module Evaluation Questionnaires Pre-course, on-course and post-course learner questionnaires Annual Course Reviews Annual Monitoring Reports External Examiners’ Reports Review System Staff Development Programme Annual Staff Appraisal Personal Tutorial System Continuous monitoring of learner progress and attendance with action planning Staff/learner Meetings Course Representative Meetings Quality Assurance Systems QAA IQER audit 2009 from employers and formal reviews

Committees with responsibility for monitoring and evaluating quality and standards

       

Kent Business School Learning and Teaching Committee Faculty Learning and Teaching Committee External Examiners’ Reports Canterbury College Quality Review Process Canterbury College Quality Committee Learning and Teaching Board Departmental Staff Meetings Internal Verification of samples of assessed work

Mechanisms for gaining student on the quality of teaching and their learning experience

    

Staff/learner meetings Course Representatives on other committees Learner Module Evaluation Questionnaires Learner Exit Questionnaires Personal Tutor System

Staff Development priorities include:

           

Certificate of Education, PGCHE or PGCE First degree ICT training (to include VLE) Staff development courses Professional updating Staff Appraisal Scheme Peer observation of teaching Conferences Mentoring of new of staff Health and Safety training Dissemination of good practice on teaching and assessment methods Professional experience in industry

18. Indicators of Quality and Standards      

Investors in People Review System External Examiners’ Reports Retention and achievement rates Canterbury College Annual Programme Course Reviews & Grading QAA audit processes

The following reference points were used in creating these specifications:

     

QAA Subject Benchmark Statement : General Business and Management 2007 Generic Learning Outcomes Informed by the UK Quality Code for Higher Education 2011 Canterbury College Plan and Learning and Teaching Strategy University of Kent Quality Standards EDEXEL Higher Nationals Guidance QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education 2011/Collaborative Provision

Learning Outcomes (Skills) Matrix (The matrix contains the nine core, four specialist and two optional modules for the HND Business (Law). There are an additional 7 optional modules.

Website Design

Optional Modules Human Resources Management

European Law

Common Law II

Business Law

English Legal System

Research Project

HND Compulsory Specialist Modules Business Strategy

Business Decision Making

International Business

Common Law I

Business Environment

Organisations and Behaviour

Managing Financial Resources

Learning Outcomes

Marketing

HND Required Core Modules

A Knowledge and Understanding

1. The marketing process and associated issues and concepts (SB). 2. Finance as it applies to businesses, e.g. sources, types, costing systems and financial reporting (SB). 3. Business organisations, their structure and environment including key management theories and practices, culture, ethics and objectives (SB). 4. Key business concepts and techniques, such as sustainability, strategic planning and strategy implementation (SB). 5. Decision making theory applications and techniques, including proposed solutions(SB). 6. ICT applications to make decisions and solve business problems 7. The legal system, procedures and key legislation 8. The role and processes of selling and sales environment (SB).









 

      







    

          

    

 

              

Website Design

Optional Modules Human Resources Management

European Law

Common Law II

Business Law

English Legal System

Research Project

HND Compulsory Specialist Modules Business Strategy

Business Decision Making

International Business

Common Law I

Business Environment

Organisations and Behaviour

Managing Financial Resources

Learning Outcomes

Marketing

HND Required Core Modules

B Intellectual skills:

1. Key features of the local, national and European dimensions in which UK businesses operate, their significance and challenges(SB). 2. The objectives and purposes of business organisations; organisational structure and culture; the dynamics of groups and individuals within the organisation(SB). 3. Use of effective techniques and systems applications to store, collect and analyse various forms of data and present that data in an appropriate form(SB). 4. Key principles and provisions of legislation relating to business organisations and practices(SB). 5. Key models and techniques used in planning and decision making. Including proposals for change and updates business objectives 6. Develop, create and manipulate financial reports and spreadsheets; perform calculations, interpret, test and document 7. Propose an appropriate project, research and develop, present and critically evaluate. 8. The exploration of a range of Retail related concerns, perspectives and requirements





  

 

 



      

 



       



 

    HND Required Core Modules

   HND Compulsory Specialist Modules

 Optional Modules

Website Design

Human Resources Management

European Law

Common Law II

Business Law

English Legal System

Research Project

Business Strategy

Business Decision Making

International Business

Common Law I

Business Environment

Organisations and Behaviour

Managing Financial Resources

Marketing

Learning Outcomes C Subject Specific skills:

1. The marketing mix, its components, market segments and marketing plans (SB). 2. Ability to monitor a variety of data (e.g. costs, budgets, market analyses) within an organisation, apply appropriate techniques and make decisions based on information (SB). 3. Be able to contribute to the implementation of procedures and policy change in all areas of the business (SB). 4. Business planning, its roles, objectives, approaches and implementation in business organisations 5. Ability to research primary and secondary data relating to a specified area of business 6. Exploration of business communication systems and the gathering and dissemination of organisational knowledge(SB). 7. Explore the practical situations which could lead to the discharge of a business contract and evaluate the relative importance of the remedies available 8. Skills and techniques relating to business communications including customers, staff, colleagues and recruitment (SB). 9. Explore the main principles affecting the legal relationship between business organisations and their consumers (SB).

  







 

  

 

       

  

       

                  



    

   HND Required Core Modules

      HND Compulsory Specialist Modules

Optional Modules

Website Design

Human Resources Management

European Law

Common Law II

Business Law

English Legal System

Research Project

Business Strategy

Business Decision Making

International Business

Common Law I

Business Environment

Organisations and Behaviour

Managing Financial Resources

Marketing

Learning Outcomes D Transferable/ key skills:

1. Managing and developing self - the ability to manage own roles and responsibilities, to manage own time in achieving objectives, to undertake personal and career development, to transfer skills gained to new and changing situations and contexts(SB). 2. Working with and relating to others - the ability to treat others' values, beliefs and opinions with respect, to relate to and interact effectively with individuals and groups, to work effectively as a team member, to develop negotiating skills 3. Managing tasks, solving problems and planning- ability to use information sources to deal with routine or non-routine tasks; to plan appropriately; to identify and solve routine/nonroutine problems(SB). 4. Communicating - the ability to receive and respond to a variety of information, present information in a variety of visual forms, to communicate in writing, to participate in oral and non-verbal communication(SB). 5. Applying technology - the ability to use a range of technological equipment and systems appropriately (SB). 6. Applying numeracy - the ability to apply numerical skills and techniques appropriately

    

  

        



  



    

        

 







 





 



   

Grading Criteria for the Programme A grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the assessment criteria for a for each module. Merit grade Merit descriptors In order to achieve a merit the learner must:

 identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions

Indicative characteristics The learner’s evidence shows:

 relevant theories and techniques have been applied

 effective judgements have been made  complex problems with more than one variable have been explored

 an effective approach to study and research has been applied

 select/design and apply appropriate methods/techniques

 a range of methods and techniques have been applied

 a range of sources of information has been used

 the selection of methods and techniques/ sources has been justified

 complex information/data has been synthesised and processed

 appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied

 present and communicate appropriate findings

 the appropriate structure and approach has been used

 coherent, logical arguments have been presented

 a range of methods of presentation have been used

 technical language has been accurately used

 appropriate media has been used  familiar and unfamiliar contexts have been used

 appropriate for familiar and unfamiliar audiences

Distinction grade Distinction descriptors In order to achieve a distinction the learner must:



use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions

Indicative characteristics The learner’s evidence shows:

 synthesis has been used to generate and justify valid conclusions

 the validity of results has been evaluated  self-criticism of approach has taken place  evaluation has taken place using defined criteria

 realistic improvements have been proposed against defined characteristics for success



take responsibility for managing and organising activities

 autonomy/independence has been demonstrated

 substantial activities, projects or investigations have been planned, managed and organised

 activities/of others have been managed  the unforeseen has been accommodated  the importance of interdependence has been recognised and achieved



Demonstrate convergent/lateral/ creative thinking

 ideas have been generated and decisions taken

 self-evaluation has taken place  convergent and lateral thinking have been applied

 problems have been solved  innovation and creative thought have been applied

 receptiveness to new ideas has been demonstrated

 unfamiliar contexts have been applied