Project
EA330KM
1. MODULESUMMARY
Aims and Summary
The project module is a major individual study in a business management topic at Honours level. It serves as the main vehicle for integration of the various course modules and provides a focus for the practical application of other course material. Each project must be unique and will therefore vary in scope and emphasis. They will provide first-hand experience of an aspect of analysis, development, application or evaluation of systems in business management. Projects are expected to be a substantial practical problem-solving exercise or a research study which require students to demonstrate their skills in organisation, time-management, investigation and communicationThe main aim of the individual final year project is to give students experience in carrying out a substantial piece of work to a professional standard.
Module Size and credits
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Module size
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Double
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CATS points
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20.0
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ECTS credits
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10.0
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Total student study hours
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200
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Entry Requirements (pre-requisites and co-requisites)
None
Excluded Combinations
None
Composition of module mark (including weighting of components)
Coursework 100%
Pass requirements
Module Mark must be at least 40%. Reassessment: a failed project with a mark of no less than 30% may be resubmitted. A student with a mark less than 30% must retake the module with a new project topic.
Special Features
None
2. TEACHING, LEARNING ANDASSESSMENT Intended Module LearningOutcomes
On completion of this module the student should be able to
- Demonstrate proficiency in defining a research problem, identifying research objectives, developing purpose statements, and research questions.
- Conduct a thorough literature review in an ethical manner using appropriate referencing.
- Formulate appropriate research design process including primary and secondary sources of data collection, data analysis, conclusion and recommendations
- Reflect on the process of development of the project and report and communicate findings effectively.
- Reach relevant and useful conclusions in the evaluation of the implementation or the explanations offered.
