Business Management with Law by University of Salford

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What will my first year of university be like?

Will I get support with my assignments? What kind of teaching can I How much independent study will I have to do?

expect?

Whether or not you’re moving away from home, going to university is a significant milestone in your life. It can seem like a big step up from sixth form or college, so naturally you’ll have a lot of questions about life as a university student. We’ve put together a snapshot of what your first year as a Business Management with Law student at the University of Salford might look like. As well as taking a detailed look at the modules you’ll study, we’ve enlisted Tamseel, a current Business Management with Law student, to take you through an average day on campus. Our Business Management with Law programme is delivered predominantly on the Peel Park campus. If you have visited us before, you might have already had the chance to explore. However, there are plenty of hidden gems, places to eat and useful facilities to be aware of if you’re joining us in September. We’ve listed a few for you to learn more about below.

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What will I study in my first year? In your first year of Business Management with Law you’ll study the following modules:

- Legal Sy stems and Legal Dig ital Skills - Underst anding Or ganisations - Contrac t Law - Data An alysis for Business - The Fut ure of B usiness - Law for Business Practice

But what do I actually study in those modules? Whether by offering exemptions on industry qualifications, helping you develop practical skills or providing opportunities for real-world experience, we ensure you graduate with far more than just your degree. In each year of your course, you need to obtain 120 credits. The academic year is divided into two terms or ‘semesters’ and in your first year, you’ll study three 20 credit modules in each semester. In this section, we are going to give you a bit more information on each of those first year modules, so you have a better understanding of not just what you will study, but how and the assessments involved. The amount of time you spend in lectures and seminars can vary throughout the year, you are expected to do assignments, reading and independent study as well as your scheduled activities. All your activities should add up to about 35 - 40 hours a week (the same as a full-time job).

MODULE: Legal Systems and Legal Digital Skills The Legal Systems and Legal Digital Skills module introduces a range of digital tools for academia and the workplace. Important skills such as management, collaboration and teamwork are fundamental to the module. Regular engagement with online platforms provides tasks to improve digital competency. Also, cocreation work presents self-reflection and confidence building opportunities. Gaining the inspiring digital enterprise award (iDEA), completing LinkedIn learning assessments for Microsoft software applications, and completing collaborative video creation tasks will increase your digital skills as you progress towards the completion of this module. / One-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / T wo-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / I ndependent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. This is a shared pathway module. It covers a core Business Management skill but you will study with other students from your Law pathway.

Aims and objectives of the module: • Xxx • xxx • xxx

What will the assessments be like? You will be assessed by Who will teach me? The number of tutors on a module can vary, but you will usually have three to four tutors teaching you throughout this module.

MODULE: Understanding Organisations The business world is made up of various types of businesses in a range of industry sectors. Though some challenges will be specific to the business, most have common issues. These organisations are also made up of different functions – finance, marketing, HR etc – ideally all working together for a common goal. On this module, you will develop an appreciation of the different types of business organisations, learn to recognise the common functional areas and develop a basic understanding of the core areas of people management, finance, marketing and operations. / One-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / T wo-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / I ndependent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. You will also visit one of our partner organisations to support your learning. Where possible these will be face to face visits but may be virtual tours. This is a core module which is studied by all first year Business Management students. However, seminars will be delivered in your pathway group so that you can work on cases and examples drawn from your area of specialism.

Aims and objectives of the module: Undertake comparisons of different businesses types, sizes, structures and the challenges that each uniquely face Describe the purpose of each function within a business and understand the necessary interrelationship between these functions in order for a business to succeed Identify the ways that changes in the external environment affect different types of businesses

What will the assessments be like? You will be assessed via a poster report (worth 30% of your result) and a business report (worth 70% of your result). These will demonstrate your ability to gather and analyse information from diverse sources and present your work in visual and report formats.

Who will teach me? The number of tutors on a module can vary, but you will usually have three to four tutors teaching you throughout this module.

MODULE: Contract Law This module will guide you through the ins and outs of a legally binding contract. Throughout this module, you will build your understanding of the role contract law performs in business as well as familiarise yourself with the principles that underpin the common law of contract. You will learn both the common law rules and legislation affecting contract law, as well as the ability to avoid disputes and solve them. / One-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / Two-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / I ndependent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. This is a Pathway Module. You will share this module with other students from your course.

Aims and objectives of the module: Develop an understanding of the general principles of the law of contract. Link the theoretical framework of the law of contract to its practice and enforcement as introduced in English Legal Process. Critically review the economic and social impact of contract on individuals and companies.

What will the assessments be like? A written assessment will be used to assess your knowledge of contract law. The essay will incorporate all your learnings from this module including the understanding of common law contract.

Who will teach me? The number of tutors on a module can vary, but you will usually have three to four tutors teaching you throughout this module

MODULE: Data Analysis for Business On this module, you will develop the ability to make numbers meaningful and therefore aid informed decision-making. We will focus on understanding the concepts of mathematical and statistical modelling in business, recognising the demands for dealing with big data. You will learn to use and interpret quantitative methods, to analyse business data and to critique articles and news stories that include statistical and quantitative information. Teaching is delivered via formal lectures, small group seminars, tutorials in a computer room and problem-based drop-ins in a classroom. These will be augmented by activities from the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE) and relevant course-based websites. / One-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / Two-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / Independent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. This is a core module which is studied by all first year Business Management students.

Aims and objectives of the module: Select, organise and present relevant information clearly and logically Discuss and interpret results and present a well-structured report (written and verbal) in support of findings Present data in a variety of formats Formulate, derive and assess quantitative modelling approaches to solving problems

What will the assessments be like? You will be assessed via a computer-based assessment and an exam at the end of the module. The assessments will use real or realistic data and include a mixture of computer-based questions, calculations, interpretation and drawing reasonable conclusions.

Who will teach me? The number of tutors on a module can vary, but you will usually have three to four tutors teaching you throughout this module.

MODULE: The Future of Business This module introduces you to economics and the influence of the economic environment on businesses and their opportunities for growth. You will learn the skill of horizon scanning for a business manager to understand the external environment, looking at ways in which this might influence your business activities and provide opportunities to innovate. You will also develop an understanding of the role of digitisation and industry 4.0 and their impact on businesses. / O ne-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / T wo-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / Independent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. This is a core module which is studied by all first year Business Management students.

Aims and objectives of the module: Learn to use the principal theories in economics to assess the impact of change Analyse current economic issues and use techniques of economic analysis within a problemsolving context Identify alternative forms of economic systems and structures and their translation into different business models Define the meaning, purpose, impact and promise of Industry 4.0 and digitisation

What will the assessments be like? In your first assessment, you will undertake a horizon scanning exercise for a sector or industry appropriate to their pathway area. You will then go on to analyse a specific business issue in the second assessment, to consider how business could respond.

Who will teach me? The number of tutors on a module can vary, but you will usually have three to four tutors teaching you throughout this module.

MODULE: Law for Business Practice This module is all about practical experience: using a business simulation tool you will have a chance to get into the heart of an organisation. Working in a group you will see what it is like to be the decision makers regarding all things legal and influence the success of your business. This is hands on learning which will teach you the fundamental principles of a specific organisational function relevant to your pathway area. / O ne-hour lecture each week – your tutor introduces the concepts and guides you through the module / T wo-hour seminar each week – you will work individually or in small groups and get feedback from your tutor to help your understanding / Independent study – support your learning using module-specific online content available through the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE), in the University library or as directed by the tutor. Every course also has an online programme hour each week when you meet as a programme group with your tutor. At level 4, in the first term, you will focus on the academic skills you need to move successfully from college to University; in semester two, you will look at how to develop the soft skills you need for your career path. This is a shared pathway module. It covers a core Business Management skill but you will study with other students from your Law pathway.

Aims and objectives of the module: • Xxx • xxx • xxx

How does my week look? Don’t put these in your calendar just yet, timetables change each year and you will get your actual timetable during your induction week! And remember that every academic has 4 hours office time each week when you can drop in to ask questions.

9 Mon

Tue

MORNING 10 11 12 ems Legal Syst and Legal s Digital Skill 10-11

Lunch w ith Chaz

Underst anding Organisa tions 11-12

Wed

AFTERNOON 2 3 4

Group project; meet Business society meet-up in library

Legal Systems and Legal Digital Skills 2-4 Coffee with Stan Football training 2-4

Library!

Thu

Fri

Understanding Organisations 9-11 Contract Law 11-12

ess Busin ment e g Mana Law with e amm r g pro r u ho Meeting with Employability

Contract Law 3-5

Chat through group presentation

Bandioke night!

Sat Sun

Lectures

Seminars

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How does your typical day start? My Monday morning class starts at 9am so this usually involves putting my alarm on at 7:30am and snoozing until 8am. A typical morning includes getting ready and grabbing a quick breakfast. I live on Peel Park Campus which is a student accommodation located within a 5 min walk from most Salford University buildings.

What lecture/seminar does your day start with? My Monday and Tuesday classes start with the Professional Development module which is aimed towards getting students ready for life after University, such as when applying to placements, internships and graduate roles. It gives experience of the processes which recruiters use including assessment centres and psychometric tests. Coming from a background straight from college and having a lack of experience when it comes to applying for jobs, I find it is useful learning the skills in advance so we are less likely to feel nervous when going through these procedures in the future.

Lunch time Majority of the time I eat in the Maxwell building with my friends at either Subway or I buy the canteen food available, there is also a McDonalds that we go to which is roughly a 5-minute walk away. If we have more time, we sometimes go to Manchester from the Salford Crescent train stop just outside the campus. It takes only 6 mins to reach Manchester Victoria station where there is a larger choice of places to eat.

Afternoon lectures/seminars

Majority of the time I eat in the M axwell building with my frie nds

My main afternoon classes are for Project Management which focus on the Business aspect of the course in order to develop knowledge on effective project skills, methods and tools utilised within a global context. It identifies the importance of planning in order to deliver a successful product or service as well as the constraints a company may face. As an aspiring entrepreneur, I find the application of this module extremely beneficial for the future when running a business or even working for another company as these practises are essential for the management of objectives, deadlines and budgets.

After university Occasionally, I go to the library after classes to work on assignments but usually go back to my accommodation where I see my flatmates, make dinner and hang out. To unwind, I tend to play on my Nintendo Switch and watch Netflix but if we have more free time we go to Manchester to grab some food and watch a movie.

Find out more about life as a Salford student, read the student blog at blogs.salford.ac.uk/made-in-salford

Peel Park campus Our main campus, Peel Park, offers you the best of both worlds: state-of-the-art learning facilities within minutes of a world-class city, set against beautiful green spaces to relax and socialise in. As well as being home to the ornate Peel Park Building which opened in 1896, the Maxwell, Lady Hale and Chapman Buildings, where most of your classes will take place, are all on campus. With student shops, cafés, study spaces and computer labs, the Peel Park campus is a great environment for study and downtime.

Here are a few places to look out for:

rary The Lib

Clifford Whitworth Library The ‘library in the park’ is a fresh, modern learning space with PC suites, Mac computers, laptops available to loan, bookable work rooms and café. The library is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can study at a time that suits you. You’ll also find study spaces across the University, so a quiet place to study is never far away.

Peel Park Peel Park was the first public park in the United Kingdom funded entirely by the people’s subscription, to officially open. Created in 1846, it was free to use and brought all Salford residents together. Benefiting from a recent £1.6 million transformation, the park provides a beautiful green space to relax outside of lessons.

Peel Park

Student Union

Atmosphere Kitchen and Bar The central social hub of your Students’ Union! Atmosphere is open every day until late serving up amazing food and drink right in the heart of campus. Atmosphere is the place to go to get some tasty food or your favourite beverage, all at student friendly prices. Grab the best coffee on campus or head to the café for a quick bite to eat and chill after a day of studying.

Want to see more? Take a whistle stop tour of Peel Park Campus here: vimeo.com/312989861

Want to see more? Follow a video of a typical first day on campus

We hope you’ve found this information useful and you know what to expect in your first year studying Business Management with Law at the University of Salford now! Remember, this is just a sample of the information you’ll receive in your induction week so some of the information may change a little, especially the timetable! Meet other applicants, ask questions, share your thoughts; join the applicant Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/ salfordstudents2021

What Happens Next? Learn about your next steps at: beta.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/ applied-what-next