PS4D04 - Dissertation (Management Project) 01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PS4D04 | ||
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| Module Title: | Dissertation (Management Project) | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Operations Management | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Operations Management | ||
| Module Leader: | Scott Parfitt | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2020 | Final Year of Intake: | 2025 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100078 - business and management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2020 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
The Dissertation is a significant piece of student-directed learning, based on a detailed investigation into a business-related phenomenon. The dissertation requires students to demonstrate the following:
·Originality.
· A clear definition of the issue under investigation and a clear statement of the aims of the study.
· An understanding and use of appropriate research design indicating skills in data collection and analysis.
· If appropriate, an analysis of existing practice within the organisation(s) in terms of the theoretical framework established for the study and in terms of comparative practice.
· The extent to which all of the above result in a set of conclusions which are consistent with the research. The setting out of clear recommendations for action, adoption or otherwise.
Content Summary
In relation to the focus of the (dissertation) study, work submitted by candidates demonstrates their ability to reflect upon and review critically their experience and the work of others within the field of Management. Concepts and issues are analysed and evaluated, and the submitted work shows an ability to select and order evidence and arguments. Discussion is placed within a clearly defined conceptual framework. The work is well presented and is fluent, readable and scholarly in style. In the dissertation, there is a clear explanation of the chosen methodology, satisfactory application of chosen methods and identification of potential weaknesses in the research design. Work of outstanding quality is characterised by evidence of a new synthesis which emerges through the critical analysis of the candidate's own educational experience and the work of others. As a result, the work submitted shows originality and insight.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 4 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Project supervision | 6 |
| Independent Study | 358 |
| Directed Study | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate analytical skills, based on a comprehensive and systematic approach to the handling of primary and secondary data. |
| LO2 | The ability to evaluate, appraise, critique and present new ideas, models and concepts, to identify any biases and assumptions inherent in these and therefore develop knowledge within the subject area. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | Dissertation | Dissertation | 0 | 12000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Dissertation | ✔ | ✔ | |