Module Details

Module Code: BUSS
Module Title: Applied Business Solutions
Title: Applied Business Solutions
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Martin Meagher
Module Author:: Sharon Harris Byrne
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this practical learner-centred module is to allow students to engage in applied business scenarios. Through this, it is envisaged that they will apply theory, synthesise knowledge and develop key transferable skills. This module will serve as a capstone module in which knowledge acquired in other modules will be applied.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Derive and apply solutions from the theoretical knowledge gained in the other modules of the programme.
LO2 Analyse business situations and problems and through this formulate and defend appropriate solutions.
LO3 Demonstrate the transferable intellectual skills needed for a career in business and management through applied business scenarios.
LO4 Demonstrate advanced organizational skills and the capacity to reflect upon their own work practice
LO5 Master interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and demonstrate effective team work.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Module:
Introductory sessions and a series of workshops will be conducted on the following topics: Enquiry-based learning; PBL; Case studies; Business simulations; Thinking tools
Module Content:
A series of business tasks will form the fundamental learning blocks of the module. The tasks are carefully chosen to ensure the students meet the learning outcomes of the module. Students will jointly develop a requirement specification with their client, detailing the various aspects of their project. Tasks will cover a wide range of business disciplines, will demand specific knowledge and will enable the student to develop a relevant skill set.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem 2 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Enquiry-based learning activities/production of client based report/presentations
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of resubmitted course material, as there is no repeat written examination.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Business Tasks Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Student-directed tasks Every Week 4.00 4
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 1.50 1.5
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.50 5.5
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
 
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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