Coventry University London Campus
STUDENT HANDBOOK
for
MBA Programme
MBA
Programme Coordinator: Adewale Adeyemi
(adewale.adeyemi@coventry.ac.uk)
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COVENTRY UNIVERSITY LONDON CAMPUS
A WELCOME TO ALL NEW MBA STUDENTS
Dear Student
My name is Wale Adeyemi and I am the coordinator for the MBA programme. On
behalf of the entire Coventry University London Campus (CULC) team I would like to
welcome you to what promises to be a very exciting and rewarding educational
journey. I also want to say congratulations for choosing to study for your MBA at
CULC where rigorous academic study is combined with a real business experience
to make you an effective graduate in the global market place.
It is our pleasure to have you as our student and client. We commit to delivering to
you an outstanding and value added learning experience through a well-designed,
career-oriented, business -focused, technology-enabled and fun-filled curriculum.
As an MBA student at CULC, in addition to this programme handbook, you will also
be supplied with module guides which contain important information on the structure
and specific requirements of your modules. You must ensure that you are familiar
with these documents and other regulations available on the web site.
You have a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and acquire skills that will
transform your life and lay a good foundation for your career. We will support you to
make the best of it.
We wish you the very best.
Adewale Adeyemi
Academic Tutor and MBA Programme Coordinator
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Contents
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Course Introduction .............................................................................. 7
1.1
Introduction to this handbook ............................................................ 7
1.2
Key Contacts..................................................................................... 8
1.3
Background ....................................................................................... 8
1.4
Summary of Expectations ................................................................. 9
1.5
Aims of the programme ..................................................................... 9
1.5.1 Knowledge and Understanding: ........................................................ 9
1.5.2 Cognitive (thinking) Skills: ............................................................... 10
1.5.3 Practical Skills: ................................................................................ 11
1.5.4 Transferable Skills: ......................................................................... 11
1.6
2.
Access to Campus Facilities ........................................................... 12
Course Duration and Delivery............................................................. 13
2.1
Teaching ......................................................................................... 14
2.2
Student effort .................................................................................. 14
2.2.1 Time management .......................................................................... 14
2.2.2 Study time ....................................................................................... 14
2.2.3 Group meetings/rehearsals and Room booking .............................. 15
2.2.4 Engagement/Interaction /Involvement ............................................. 15
2.2.5 Attendance ...................................................................................... 15
2.2.6 Conduct........................................................................................... 16
2.2.7 Dress code ...................................................................................... 16
2.2.8 Lecture/seminar conduct ................................................................. 17
2.2.9 Conduct around the campus ........................................................... 17
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Course Structure and Modular System ............................................... 17
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3.1
Time table and class design............................................................ 19
3.2
Module Information ......................................................................... 20
3.2.1 Module Guides ................................................................................ 20
3.3
Module Definition ............................................................................ 21
3.4
Core Module Specifications ............................................................ 21
3.4.1 Advanced Business Practice (M001LON) ....................................... 22
3.4.2 Sustainable Strategy- from Planning to Implementation (M002LON)22
3.4.3 Marketing in a Global Age (M003LON) ........................................... 22
3.4.4 Finance, Funding and Legislative Framework for Success (M004LON) 22
3.4.5 Leading in a Changing World (M005LON) ...................................... 22
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Learning Resources and IT Support ................................................... 23
4.1
CULC Library resources ................................................................. 24
4.2
Access to other libraries .................................................................. 25
4.3
Research Skills ............................................................................... 25
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Assessment ........................................................................................ 26
5.1
Assessment .................................................................................... 26
5.2
Assessment Methods ...................................................................... 26
5.3
Types of Assessment ...................................................................... 26
5.4
Submission ..................................................................................... 27
5.5
Feedback/Result ............................................................................. 27
5.6
Academic dishonesty ...................................................................... 28
5.6.1 Collusion ......................................................................................... 28
5.6.2 Falsification ..................................................................................... 29
5.6.3 Deceit .............................................................................................. 29
5.6.4 Plagiarism ....................................................................................... 29
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5.6.5 Re-presentation .............................................................................. 29
5.6.6 Cheating.......................................................................................... 29
5.7
Review and Appeal............................................................................. 30
5.8
Results ............................................................................................... 30
5.9
Award classification ............................................................................ 31
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Student Support.................................................................................. 32
6.1
Student Services ............................................................................. 32
6.2
Student Feedback ........................................................................... 33
6.2.1 Expressing your views about the course ......................................... 33
6.2.2 Representation on Academic Board ............................................... 33
6.2.4 Further academic/In-session study skill support ............................. 33
6.2.5 Tutorial support ............................................................................... 34
6.2.6 Special Needs ................................................................................. 34
6.3
Career advice.................................................................................. 34
6.4
Communication ............................................................................... 34
6.5
Administrative Enquiries ................................................................. 35
6.6
Extenuating circumstances that affect your studies ........................ 35
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Plagiarism and how to avoid it: ........................................................... 37
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Appendices ......................................................................................... 40
Appendix 1 A Coventry University London Campus Code of Conduct ...... 40
1.
Identification Card ........................................................................... 41
2.
Punctuality & Classroom conduct ................................................... 41
3.
Safety Regulations .......................................................................... 42
4.
Discipline......................................................................................... 43
Appendix 2
Definitions Explained ........................................................ 44
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Teaching Periods and styles: ..................................................................... 44
Virtual Learning & Electronic Resources ................................................... 45
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Course Introduction
1.1
Introduction to this handbook
The purpose of this handbook is to provide a user-friendly guide to the MBA
programme at Coventry University London Campus (CULC). An electronic version of
this handbook and most of the information you will need to complete your course is
available on Moodle, our virtual learning environment. You should consult Moodle
on a regular basis as there will be frequent announcements relating to your studies.
Full details of CULC’s principles, regulations and procedures are available in the
‘Academic Regulations for Programmes at Coventry University London Campus’
(http://wwwm.coventry.ac.uk/LondonCampus/students/Pages/AcademicRegulations.
asp). These regulations provide a set of rules that must be applied when determining
the requirements for the construction and completion of your MBA course. The
regulations also contain information regarding Intellectual Property Rights protection
at CULC. This handbook only contains a summary of these regulations as they apply
to the MBA Programme.
The specification and module guides to your programme of studies are also available
on Moodle. Each module guide contains important information on the structure and
specific requirements of that module. You must read these documents: familiarise
yourself with the information, and refer to them throughout your studies, especially
when preparing for your assessed assignments. Failure to consult this information to
gain adequate knowledge will not constitute an acceptable defence in the case of
your failure to comply with the requirements.
In signing your enrolment form, you accept and agree to abide by the Academic
Regulations for Programmes at CULC, including the Code of Conduct (Appendix C
of this handbook) and other provisions, and accept your responsibilities as a student.
By enrolling at CULC, you also accept liability to pay fees at the appropriate level
and by the due dates.
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1.2
Key Contacts
Your first point of contact for most problems and queries should be reception, where
our student services team shall try to help you and refer your issue to the appropriate
person if necessary.
Role
Name
Email
Programme
Adewale
Adewale.adeyemi@
Coordinator
Adeyemi
culc.coventry.ac.uk
Academic
and Basil
Student
Office
Services Papageorge studentservices@culc.coventry.ac.uk
(Including
Admissions)
Employability
Jo Blissett
Learning Resources, Catherine
Learning
Employability@ culc.coventry.ac.uk
LRIT@ culc.coventry.ac.uk
Support Davies
and IT
1.3
Background
As one of the largest providers of business related degree courses in Europe,
Coventry University has expanded its distinctive portfolio by creating a Coventry
University London campus offering specialised business programmes in close
partnership with the city.
CULC believes there is no better place to learn about business than to study and
work in the heart of the world’s financial markets and one of its most powerful global
cities, London. The MBA Programme has been designed to meet QAA standards
and has been constructed in close partnership with the business sector. Upon
successful completion of the MBA degree from CULC graduates can expect to find
themselves in a strong position to offer a prospective employer not only a
contemporary business degree, but also the added experience of having studied or
worked in an international context. Students who successfully complete the
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programme will join the ranks of Coventry University Alumni.
(http://alumni.coventry.ac.uk/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=191)
1.4
Summary of Expectations
‘From CULC to YOU’
At CULC, we are committed to helping you to build your career by ensuring you have
a real business experience through a combination of activities during your studies
that will give you knowledge and help you to acquire skills to become an effective
graduate in the market place.
‘From YOU to CULC’
To ensure you benefit from the CULC experience, the staff team expects you
prepare for each unit of study in advance through background required reading, to
be diligent in your studies, conduct yourself professionally in and out of classroom
and present yourself professionally at all times.
1.5
Aims of the programme
1.5.1 Knowledge and Understanding:
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to show
knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

The impact of contextual forces on organisations including legal systems;
ethical, economic, environmental, social and technological change issues;
international developments and corporate governance

Markets and customers; the development and operation of markets for
resources, goods and services; expectations of customers and equivalent
stakeholders, service and orientation.

The concepts, processes and institutions in the production and marketing of
goods and/or services; the management of resources and operations;
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
The financing of the business enterprise or other forms of organisations:
sources, uses and management of finance; use of accounting for managerial
and financial reporting applications;

The
management
and
development
of
people
within
organisations:
organisational theory, behaviour, industrial/employee relations, human
resource management, change management;

The uses and limitations of a range of research methods/techniques, both
qualitative and quantitative, and an understanding of their strengths and
weaknesses for providing information and evaluating options in an uncertain
organisational environment;

The development, management and exploitation of information systems and
their impact on organisations;

The use of relevant communication and information technologies for
application in business and management within a international knowledgebased economy;

The development of appropriate business policies and strategies within a
changing context to meet stakeholder interests.
1.5.2 Cognitive (thinking) Skills:
In addition to the knowledge and understanding developed throughout course, on
successful completion of the programme students are expected to be able to
show the ability to:

Critical thinking and creativity: managing creative processes in self and
others; organising thoughts, analysis, synthesis, critical appraisal.
This
includes the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements in terms
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of evidence, detect false logic or reasoning, identify implicit values, define
terms adequately and generalise appropriately.

Problem solving and decision making: establishing criteria, using appropriate
decision techniques including identifying, formulating and solving business
problems; the ability to create, identify and evaluate options; the ability to
implement and review decisions.

Information and knowledge: scanning and organising data, abstracting
meaning from information and sharing knowledge.
1.5.3 Practical Skills:
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to

Apply business and management models and theories in an organisational
context.

Continuously develop skills and knowledge in business and management to
be able to apply appropriate and timely solutions to business problems.

Conduct research into business and management issues.
1.5.4 Transferable Skills:
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to:

Apply numeracy and quantitative skills including the use of models of
business situations; qualitative research skills.

Make effective use of Communication and Information Technology (CIT).
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
Use two-way communication: listening, negotiating and persuading or
influencing others; oral and written communication, using a range of media,
including the preparation of business reports.

Demonstrate personal effectiveness: self-awareness and self-management;
time management; sensitivity to diversity in people and different situations; the
ability to continue learning.

Demonstrate effective performance within a team environment and the ability
to recognise and utilise individuals' contributions in group processes; team
selection, delegation, development and management.

Demonstrate leadership and performance management: selecting appropriate
leadership style for situations; setting targets, motivating, monitoring
performance, coaching and mentoring, continuous improvement.

Recognise ethical situations, applying ethical and organisational values to
situations and choices.

Demonstrate learning through reflection on practice and experience.
Transferable/key skills are generally incorporated within individual modules and
are related to relevant assessments as appropriate. Self-directed learning forms
an element of all modules and the necessity to work within tight deadlines is an
essential requirement across the curriculum. The ability to communicate orally
and in writing will be developed across the range of modules. The wide range of
assessment techniques will ensure that students are given every opportunity to
demonstrate their skills in these areas.
1.6
Access to Campus Facilities
The building is open from 8 am until 6 pm on weekdays.
You will need your
identification card, known as a smart card to access the parts of the building and the
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facilities described in this handbook, so make sure that you have it with you at all
times.
See the code of conduct in appendix 1 of this handbook for further
information about the use of smartcards.
By using CULC IT resources you are undertaking to abide by the Coventry University
IT Policy with can be found online:
http://www.coventry.ac.uk/cu/external/content/1/c4/19/50/v1251884025/user/Appendi
x%204%20ICT%20Facilities.pdf
Emergency Evacuation Procedures are in place to ensure your health and safety.
The fire alarm is tested at regular intervals, usually a Wednesday morning. If the fire
alarm rings outside of these times, or for longer than ten seconds, it is not a test and
the building must be evacuated using the emergency exits. Please take time to
familiarise yourself with the location of the exits.
2.
Course Duration and Delivery
The MBA is full-time with start-dates in October, January, April and July The
academic year is split into four ‘Quadmesters’ or terms, each of which lasts for 10
weeks, followed by a short break.
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2.1
Teaching
CULC has adopted methods of module delivery that are consistent with “the real
business experience” to ensure effectiveness in student learning and the
development of employability skills.
Every student will have four contact hours per week per module, with the exception
of Advanced Business Practice which has two contact hours in each of three terms.
The four hours are broken into hourly blocks of knowledgecast, seminar, group
activity and small group seminars.
2.2
Student effort
Detailed information about attendance, punctuality, and classroom behaviour is
available on the Coventry University London Campus Code of Conduct (see
Appendix A at the end of this Handbook).
For all students attendance is necessary at all lectures, seminars and workshops to
ensure that the full content of each module is covered. You will be allocated into
Small Groups for group presentation, class participation and coursework
assignment. You are required to be fully involved in your group activity and to fully
participate in seminars. You are required to read the code of conduct carefully and
abide by it in all aspects of your study
2.2.1 Time management
Students are expected to manage their time on the programme very well by
prioritising work and activities in order of importance and urgency. The lack of proper
time management will lead to work overload and consequently missing deadlines
and possibly failure.
2.2.2 Study time
The required student effort in study time for every module on this programme is 150
hours. This is made up of 40 hours contact time with the Tutor and 110 self directed
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study by the student. Students are therefore expected to spend 11 hours a week per
module on personal study.
2.2.3 Group meetings/rehearsals and Room booking
The structure of the MBA programme requires that students meet frequently in
groups and teams. This is an essential part of your study and impacts upon your skill
development during and after your programme. Some assessments are also carried
out on a group basis hence the need for participation and engagement with your
seminar group and other study groups throughout the programme.
The campus has meeting rooms that are equipped with facilities that are required for
effective group meetings, however, these room can only be used when pre-booked.
Students are encouraged to plan ahead of time and make bookings . To make a
room booking, please email your request to: roombookings@culc.coventry.ac.uk,
specifying the date, start and end time, size of room (seats) and any equipment
required. If a room meeting your requirements is available, it will be allocated to you,
and you will be able to collect and return the key from the Client Service Desk.
2.2.4 Engagement/Interaction /Involvement
A great percentage of your learning on this programme will be from activities and
interaction with other students and professionals in and out of class. Therefore you
are encouraged to get involved and be enthused about exchange of views, ideas
and experience.
2.2.5 Attendance
It is compulsory that students engage fully with all scheduled and time-tabled
meetings leadership lectures and any other activity organised as part of the teaching
on the programme. This makes attendance absolutely necessary as it is a key
requirement for the successful completion of the programme.
You are required to achieve a minimum of 80% attendance in activities on campus,
and 100% attendance when on internship/consulting projects. Failure to achieve this
will result in poor performance and a report submitted to the UK Border Agency for
breach of visa conditions.
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Attendance will be managed by monitoring and recording at every meeting, event or
activity. Should there be any reason for absence from a meeting as described above,
you are required to inform CULC by calling or e-mailing the Client Service Desk at
the earliest possible opportunity. Email: studentservices@culc.coventry.ac.uk.
Telephone: 020 7247 3666. A log of all calls or emails will be kept.
2.2.6 Conduct
You are expected to conduct yourself professionally throughout your programme in
and out of the classroom. Some aspects of the behaviour expected of every CULC
student are explained below and full details can be found in the Code of Conduct
policy in Appendix A.
2.2.7 Dress code
Studying at CULC is about gaining real business experience as much as gaining a
qualification. This is why the campus is situated in the heart of London and in the
midst of the business world. It is therefore imperative that students conduct
themselves accordingly. CULC facilities are used by a range of clients including
students, business professionals and public officials. This creates the opportunity for
CUCL students to interact with professionals while they prepare for internships and
workplace opportunities in the business world.
To this end, it is important that students dress to suit the environment they intend to
progress into after their studies, hence the need to dress in formal business clothing
at all times while on campus.
Students are therefore expected to wear suits, shirts, jackets, trousers, skirts,
dresses and sweater. Suits must be worn for all formal presentations and company
visits. An absolute NO are the following:
 The NO-NO---Absolute casual
 If you will wear it to the beach/pool
 If you will wear it to the club/dance
 If you will wear it jogging/gym
Then you wouldn’t wear it to work!
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2.2.8 Lecture/seminar conduct

Interact appropriately and respectfully with colleagues and university staff

No eating or chewing of gum, only drinks will be allowed in the classroom

No use of mobile phones during classes/meeting

Care for university property
2.2.9 Conduct around the campus
Students are expected to demonstrate professional competence and skill when
dealing with visitors and clients. When on campus students are asked to interact in
the English language.
The code of conduct in Appendix A details all areas of conduct that you are required
to observe and they serve as the standard against which your conduct will be
measured throughout your programme. Ensure you read and thoroughly understand
the content of the document.
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Course Structure and Modular System
The MBA degree has been designed with a specific focus on business in an
international context. Each individual module requires the same amount of student
input. A 'programme of study' consists of a number of core and mandatory modules.
Students are required to successfully complete each module to qualify for the award
of an MBA. There is no option to seek exemption from a module or change a
module.
The table below shows the list of offerings on this programme and the module
delivered in each.
Programme
Module
MBA Global Business
Advanced Business Practice
Sustainable Strategy from
Implementation
Planning
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to
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
Project Management
From Local to Global: Strategies for
International Development
Managing International Trade
Managing International Trade
MBA Global Financial Advanced Business Practice
Services
Sustainable Strategy from Planning to
Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
Banking Regulation & Risk
Global Financial Markets
Financial Enterprise and Social Responsibility
International Accounting Perspectives
Programme
Module
MBA
International Advanced Business Practice
Marketing
Sustainable Strategy from Planning to
Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
Retail Marketing Management
Buyer Behaviour Analysis: the Psychology of
Buying
Alternative Markets
Creativity
MBA
International Advanced Business Practice
Engineering
Management
Sustainable Strategy from Planning to
Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
International Manufacturing Strategy
Managing International Trade
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Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the
Manufacturing
Sector
The Environment and Sustainability: an Industry
Perspective
MBA Oil and
Management
Gas Advanced Business Practice
Sustainable Strategy from Planning to
Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
International Environmental Law
Project Management
Integrated Emergency Management
The Impacts of Oil Production in the Developing
World
MBA International HRM
3.1
Advanced Business Practice
Sustainable Strategy from Planning to
Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
Finance, Funding & Legislative Framework for
Success
Marketing in a Global Age
International
Organisational
Design
and
Development
New Technology at Work
Global HRM Strategies
Developing People
Time table and class design
Timetables will be made available at the start of term and is also available on CULC
Online via Moodle
Each module is time tabled to be delivered in one or two- hour sessions and each
session will have a different number of students as students will be allocated into
lecture and seminar groups from the beginning of the programme.
The blocks of class design are as shown below.
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Each knowledgecast will have approximately 60 students, the seminar and group
activity will have between 20-30 students while a small group will have 20-30
students in groups of up to ten students each.
This grouping is designed to ensure effectiveness in the student learning experience.
Therefore, no student will be permitted to change their allocated lecture or seminar
groups throughout the programme.
3.2
Module Information
3.2.1 Module Guides
Module Guides are available for all students to access via Moodle. The module
guide sets out the aims and intended learning outcomes of the module, the indicative
content, method of assessment, essential and recommended reading and other
informationYou should keep a copy of the module descriptor for each module studied
and a copy of your course document and/or programme specification as you may
have to provide this information when applying for some jobs or further education
and training after you have graduated from CULC.
Module Leaders will upload to Moodle detailed information relevant for each module
including Knowledgecasts, Seminars, Group Activities, Assessments and a full
reading lists at the beginning of each term with regular updates provided as required
during the module delivery periods. Students are encouraged to consult Moodle
regularly for all relevant module information and to avoid missing new information
that may become available during the course of the academic year.
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3.3
Module Definition
A module is defined as an identifiable part of the degree curriculum, which has the
following characteristics:

A coherent, self-contained syllabus taught within a 10 week period;

Mid and end of module assessments appropriate for each module. Please
refer to each module guide for specific assessment criteria;
The MBA consists of a number of Core and Mandatory ‘modules’ relevant to each
chosen pathway.
Core Module: Generic modules taken by every student on the programme. There
are five core modules, three of which are taken in Term 1, one (Advanced Business
Practice) is taken across all three terms and the fifth core module is taken in Term 2.
Mandatory Module: These are modules that are subject-specific and taken in the
second and third terms. There are four modules specific to the individual
programmes.
Successful completion of a module will result in the award of a pass
The successful completion of all modules listed under each programme in ‘table 1’
will result in the award of a pass after completion of Dissertation/Internship or
Consulting Project.
3.4
Core Module Specifications
The module information in this handbook provides a brief overview of all modules on
the MBA programme. Students are encouraged to read the individual module guide
handbooks available on Moodle for further information, structure, content and
required reading.
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3.4.1 Advanced Business Practice (M001LON)
This module is designed to ensure you have a clear understanding of the
requirements of postgraduate study and to provide you with a range of skills that will
enable you to navigate the MBA programme and your future careers with the
greatest chance of success.
Assessment is 100% coursework broken into 30%
Career Portfolio, 30% Research Proposal and 40% Personal Development Plan.
3.4.2 Sustainable Strategy- from Planning to Implementation (M002LON)
This module challenges the concepts of strategy, its scope, purpose and outcomes
and provides a practical outline of a number of different approaches to strategic
management. It is designed to prepare you to engage critically with strategy in the
workplace. Assessment is 100% coursework comprising 40% Group Presentation
and 60% Executive Brief.
3.4.3 Marketing in a Global Age (M003LON)
This module explores the application of marketing techniques and concepts to a
number of different environments. It analyses the nature of marketing, the core
concepts, techniques and processes.
It enables you to learn the complexity of
managing marketing and applying theory in practice, to assess the effectiveness of
marketing and appreciate how different aspects of marketing relate to and interact
with each other. Assessment is 100% course work comprising 40% Debate and
60% submission of a Marketing Plan.
3.4.4 Finance, Funding and Legislative Framework for Success (M004LON)
This module explores key accounting and finance practice and the associated
decision making tools within organizations. It covers the nature of accounting and
finance tools within a variety of business environments. It will equip you with the
knowledge of appropriate management techniques to help identify strategic options.
Assessment is 100% coursework comprising 40% Data Response and 60% Case
Study.
3.4.5 Leading in a Changing World (M005LON)
This module examines the knowledge, skills, behaviours and techniques of
leadership and explores the role of leadership in relation to other business themes
such as globalisation, strategy, innovation and organisational development.
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It will provide you with the opportunity to consider and develop some key leadership
skills to support you in building an international business careers. Assessment is
100% course work comprising 40% Peer Assessment and 60% Blog.
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Learning Resources and IT Support
Members of the Learning Resources and IT team are here to help you get the most
out of the resources and technology available to you. We support the Advanced
Business Practice and Developing Business Practice modules in terms of
information and research skills, citing and referencing and avoiding plagiarism.
Plagiarism is an issue that is taken very seriously, and it is important that you aware
of the Plagiarism policy in place at CULC. For more information, see the Academic
Dishonesty and Plagiarism section.
We also facilitate access to study skills support, including English language support,
as well as providing access to materials to help you improve your academic writing
through the Centre for Academic Writing, based up at the Coventry University
campus. The Centre for Academic Writing has produced the Coventry University
Harvard Citing and Referencing Guide that you are expected to follow. Guidance and
information is available to download at
http://home.ched.coventry.ac.uk/caw/harvard/downloads.htm
For all enquiries for IT please email lrit@culc.coventry.ac.uk or visit the Learning
Resource Centre.
You have been provided with an IT account, which provides you with access to the
wireless network and electronic learning platforms and resources. You have also
been provided with a Coventry University London Campus email address, which is
yours whilst you are student at CULC. This is your student email address and is
the only email address that will be used by CULC. You should check it regularly
to ensure that you receive necessary and important information to do with your
studies. Use of our IT facilities is bound by the University's IT Code of Conduct You
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have also been provided with a Library barcode, which is used for renewing LRC
items online, placing reservations and buying printing and photocopying credit.
Our team also offer IT support for the campus. It is required that you provide your
own laptop for your use, and our team will be happy to ensure that it is set up to
make use of our wireless Internet connection and access the online resources you
need. We do have a small number of laptops that are available on request should
the need arise, however these are not a replacement for your own equipment. The
use of laptops is restricted to twice per term and is monitored. Exceeding this limit
will incur a daily charge of £10 a day. Late return will also incur a charge of £10.
Printing and photocopying facilities are available in the LRC. An information guide to
printing can be obtained from either the LRC or Reception.
For all enquiries for IT please email lrit@culc.coventry.ac.uk or visit the LRC.
4.1
CULC Library resources
The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is located on the 2nd Floor and open from 8am
to 6pm term time, Monday to Friday. Your University ID card is also your Library card
and you will need to present it at all times to use the LRC.
The Learning Resource Centre has copies of your required and recommended
textbooks as well as some additional study support materials. We have a mix of loan
periods including reference, which can only be used in the LRC as well as books for
loan. The LRC will advise the reference and loan periods available to you. 1 week
items can be renewed providing no-one else has reserved them. You can place your
own reservations on items that are out on loan to other users, and also from our
main Coventry University Library. Items returned late incur a fine which you will have
to pay. Having too many fines on your Library account will mean that you will not be
able to borrow any more items.
You can search for items, renew your loans and make reservations on the Library
catalogue, which is available at http://ils.coventry.ac.uk . You can also access a
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wide range of electronic resources, including e-books and e-journals through our
eLibrary (http://elibrary.coventry.ac.uk). We also have access to a number of
valuable databases for company information, financial reports, market research and
up-to-date news. To get full advantage of these resources, students are encouraged
to attend the regular training sessions which will take place in the LRC throughout
each term.
4.2
Access to other libraries
During your studied at CULC, you are also able to access other university libraries
for reference use through the SCONUL Access scheme. A list of participating
libraries is available at www.access.sconul.ac.uk. In order to take part in this
scheme, you will need to get a SCONUL Access card available via the LRC.
In London, we also have access to the British Library (www.bl.uk). The British Library
is for research purposes, and can support you for any business research that you
are conducting. In particular you may be interested in the Business and IP Centre
(www.bl.uk/bipc). Please note that the British Library is a reference library and in
order to make full use of the facilities you will need a Readers Pass, obtainable
directly from the British Library.
4.3
Research Skills
Plagiarism is a very serious issue and is an act that CULC takes very seriously. It is,
therefore, important that you are aware of the Plagiarism policy in place at CULC.
(See section 5.6 for further details.) The Learning Resources and IT team will
provide you with information on how to develop your research skills, including citing
and referencing to avoid plagiarism. You are encouraged to visit the Learning
Resources and IT Centre as often as possible to take advantage of these services
during your studies at Coventry University London Campus.
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5
Assessment
5.1
Assessment
Assessment in CULC is designed to be business-related, technology-enabled and
learning-outcome driven, hence the different types of assessment employed
depending on the module delivered.
5.2
Assessment Methods
Students’ learning on this programme will be assessed in two key ways - individually
and in groups.
In the individual assessment, you will be required to demonstrate the independent
learning ability required for continuing professional development, and also present
works that show evidence of appropriate, reflective reading and knowledge of the
subjects taught. You will be expected to demonstrate critical thinking and analytical
skills.
In the group assessment, you will be required to demonstrate a range of
employability skills that are critical to the real work environment. Some of these skills
include, but are not limited to communication skill, research skill, decision making
skill and interpersonal skill.
5.3
Types of Assessment
The table below shows summary of some types of assessment used on this
programme.
Summary of Assessment Types on the MBA Modules
Module Title
Module Code
Assessment
Advanced Business Practice
M001LON
- Career Portfolio
-Research Proposal
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- Personal Development Plan
Sustainable
Strategy-from M002LON
Planning to Implementation
Leading in a Changing World
- Group Presentation
- Executive Brief
M003LON
-Blog
-Peer Assessment
Finance, Funding and Legislative M004LON
-Case study
Framework for Success
-Data Response
Marketing in a Global
M005LON
-Marketing Plan
-Debate
5.4
Submission
Written assessments will be submitted through Turnitin (Online resource for written
assignment submission). All deadline dates must be strictly adhered to.
Students who do not submit an assignment will not be given the opportunity to resit
at a later date.
Further information about submission arrangements for specific
assignments will be found in the module handbook.
Further information about the
CULC resit policy can be found in section 5.8 below.
5.4.1 Word Count Policy
Where a word count guide is provided within an assessed piece of work, students
should adhere to the word count guide. Students who submit work significantly in
excess of 10% over and above the word count guide will have their marks
considered on an incremental penalty basis.
5.6
Feedback/Result
A student shall be deemed to have passed a taught module or project module on
obtaining an overall module mark of 40% or more.
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Although provisional marks may be given to students after the initial assessment of
students’ work by the Tutors, after each examination period your results will be
considered and your position reviewed. This is done at two levels: at a Subject
Assessment Board (SAB) and at a Programme Assessment Board (PAB). The
results for each module are considered at a SAB that determines whether the
components of the module assessment reach the required standard. A SAB has the
power to raise or lower marks for all students taking the module if it considers it to be
appropriate.
Final marks given at this stage may be added up, down or kept the same as the
provisional mark.
Please use the link below and read the academic regulations that govern
assessment, interruption of studies, re-assessment and deferrals for extenuating
circumstances.
http://wwwm.coventry.ac.uk/LondonCampusOld/Documents/London%20Camp
us%20Full%20Regulations.pdf
5.7
Academic dishonesty
Academic dishonesty covers any attempt by a student to gain unfair advantage (e.g.
extra marks) for her/himself, or for another student, by unauthorised means.
Examples of such dishonesty include collusion falsification, deceit, plagiarism and
cheating in examinations.
5.7.1 Collusion
Collusion includes the conscious collaboration, without official approval, between two
or more students, or between a student(s) and another person, in the preparation
and production of work which is then submitted as individual work. In cases where
one (or more) student has copied from another, both (all) students involved may be
penalised.
The boundary between legitimate co-operation and unacceptable
collusion varies according to the type of work involved. Staff setting the assessment
exercise will issue clear guidance on how much co-operation is acceptable.
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5.7.2 Falsification
Falsification includes the presentation of fictitious or deliberately distorted data in, for
example, laboratory work, surveys or projects. This also includes citing references
that do not exist.
5.7.3 Deceit
Deceit includes misrepresentation or non-disclosure of relevant information,
including the failure to disclose any cases of work being submitted for assessment
which has been or will be used for other academic purposes.
5.7.4 Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the act of using other people's words, images etc. as if they were your
own. In order to make clear to readers the distinction between your words, images
etc. and the work of others, it is essential that you reference your work accurately,
(see section 7 below), thereby avoiding a charge of plagiarism. It is always obvious
when a student has copied words from a text without referencing, as there is a
change of writing style each time. If you do not reference your work correctly, it will
come across as if you had 'stolen' words or ideas from other sources. Many Module
Leaders use computer software to check students’ work for potential plagiarism or
improper citation. Self-Plagiarism is the reuse of significant, identical, or nearly
identical portions of your own work without acknowledging that you are doing so or
without citing the original work.
5.7.5 Re-presentation
Re-presentation is the submission of work presented previously or simultaneously for
summative assessment at this Institution.
5.7.6 Cheating
Cheating is defined as any attempt to gain an unfair advantage in an assessment
(including examinations), or assisting another student to do so. It includes: taking
unauthorised materials into examinations, copying from other candidates, collusion,
impersonation, plagiarism, and unauthorised access to unseen examination papers.
In the event of an allegation of cheating you are advised to contact the Student
Union Advice Centre immediately after the incident.
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It is in the best interests of all students for the University to maintain the good
reputation of its awards. Your co-operation is expected in actively protecting the
integrity of the assessment process. It is the duty of all students to observe high
personal standards of academic honesty in their studies and to report any instances
of malpractice of which they become aware.
The minimum penalty for a proven case of academic dishonesty is usually a
mark of zero in that module, with the maximum being exclusion from the
University. Should academic dishonesty be proven after graduation the
student will have their award rescinded.
5.8 Review and Appeal
Appeals against awarded mark can only be made against administrative irregularities
and cannot be made against academic judgement. Appeals and requests for deferral
of assessment will be considered by the CULC School Board.
Reassessment of a module: You can only be reassessed in a module, if you have
made a first attempt at the coursework and/or examination elements. If you fail a
module, you will be required to resubmit coursework on the next available
submission date. The overall module mark for a reassessed module will be capped
at 40% (or the original module mark will be retained if this was higher). Specific
details for each assignment can be found in the module guides.
5.9 Results
After each assessed period your results will be considered and your position
reviewed at a Programme Assessment Board (PAB). The results for each module
are considered to determine whether the components of the module assessment
reach the required standard. The board has the power to raise or lower marks for all
students taking the module if it considers it to be appropriate. The final mark
recorded for your coursework, for example, may differ from the total of the marks that
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you have received during the year. The PAB also considers the results of each
student on a particular course and makes decisions on progression and awards.
External Examiners (subject experts from outside the University) are also associated
with the PAB. This is part of a national system that ensures that standards are
comparable across all UK Universities. After the Module Co-ordinators(in
consultation with the Module Tutors) have ratified the marks for all the modules, and
the PAB has reached a decision about you regarding progression or award, your
results will be released You will also be sent results notification letters.
5.10 Award classification
A student who obtains 180 credits, shall be awarded a Master of Business
Administration degree. Awards for an MBA or MSc programme may be made with
Distinction or with Merit under the following circumstances:
a)
a student who, at the first attempt, achieves an average of at least 70% in the
150 credits worth of level M modules with the highest marks taken in a Masters
programme which must include the “Masterpiece” module, shall be eligible for the
award of a Masters degree with Distinction;
b)
a student who achieves an average of at least 60% but less than 70% under
the above calculations shall be eligible for an award with Merit;
c)
where the accreditation of prior learning (both certificated and uncertificated)
under Regulation 4 contributes to this award, the average used shall be calculated
with respect to the modules with the highest marks assessed by the London Campus
Programme Assessment Board.
Students who do not successfully complete 180 credits on the MBA may be eligible
for the award of a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma. For full
details, refer to the regulations.
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6
Student Support
In order to enjoy the full student support provided at CULC, you must use your
allocated school email account for all correspondence throughout the duration of
your programme and also carry your student Identity card at all times. These forms
of identification will enable any member of the team to ascertain who you are and
attend to you promptly.
6.1
Student Services
Whilst you are studying at Coventry University London Campus, you will be
supported by a range of excellent facilities and services, from comprehensive advice
on any issues that may arise during your time as a student, to careers guidance and
pastoral care.
We will aim to consistently help, support and provide a student-centred learning
environment throughout the educational process, and contribute to the progression
and achievement of our students. Whether you just want to chat, have questions
about your academic programmes, or other matters such as employment
regulations, accommodation, immigration, finance or travel, our doors are always
open.
Please make a habit of reviewing the information posted on the LCD screen in the
reception are on the ground floor on a daily basis. The screen will be updated daily
with relevant information.
We have included a range of helpful factsheets in your Enrolment Welcome Pack but
these can also be found at the ‘Client Service Desk on the Ground Floor at Coventry
University London Campus. Please check these Factsheets, as they contain very
useful information. If there are any areas which you feel have not been adequately
covered, please feel free to speak to any member of our Team based at the Client
Service Desk.
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Please see Table 2 for contact details.
6.2
Student Feedback
6.2.1 Expressing your views about the course
An important part of our course management is the feedback on effectiveness of
module content and also teaching. A survey is done by administering questionnaires
which are completed by the students and the data evaluated to help CULC assess
the effectiveness of the module and the programme. We encourage students to
participate in this exercise so as to put their opinions forward.
During the year, student views are also sought via Online Student Feedback. This
provides an opportunity for both staff and students to raise matters relating to the
student experience. The matters raised will be considered at a meeting held at a predetermined date and attended by the Programme Co-ordinator, teaching team and
management, along with up to three students. Eligibility and the procedure for
selection of the students in attendance will be made available prior to the event. This
meeting will discuss items raised only in the student feedback received – no new
items can be introduced. Feedback will be disseminated by appropriate means which
may include a newsletter or other electronic media.
6.2.2 Representation on Academic Board
Students are represented on the Coventry University London Campus Academic
Board, which deals with the effective delivery, evaluation and revision of modules,
courses and the students’ programmes of studies as well as other related matters
across the campus. A Student Representative Guide, which describes the
procedures for selecting
student representatives Coventry University London
Campus Academic Board will be made available on Moodle.
6.2.4 Further academic/In-session study skill support
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting you in your studies, CULC will offer
workshops in Effective Writing for Business and Effective Speaking for Business.
These workshops are intended primarily for students who need to improve their
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spoken and written English language skills, but will also be valuable to students
seeking to improve their competence in these areas. Further details and times can
be found in Moodle.
6.2.5 Tutorial support
The module delivery model is designed to allow students to learn from discussion
and reflection during the small group tutorials. Academic-related issues will also be
dealt with through the discussion board on Moodle to foster a learning community
culture and leverage peer and technology advantage.
In a case where a student wants to meet with a Tutor on non-academic issues, a one
to one meeting may be scheduled but must be by an appointment made through
email only. The subject of the discussion must be mentioned in the email.
6.2.6 Special Needs
If you have a disability or medical condition and need an adjustment to allow you to
fully participate in this course (e.g. different format of literature, clear communication
for lip reading, breaks for medication etc.) please tell your Tutors so that
arrangements can be made. If you have been assessed as dyslexic, please ensure
that you record your disability on Solar when you register, or subsequent to
registration if your circumstances change. Please also inform the Academic and
Student Services Manager.
Special needs must be recorded in advance of
assessed coursework being submitted. You cannot have marks changed because of
a previously undeclared special need.
6.3
Career advice
The entire programme in CULC is career-oriented and students are therefore
encouraged to take advantage of the unique opportunity for learning in career
development that is embedded in every meeting and activity on this programme.
6.4
Communication
CUonline and email are the main forms of communication used by lecturers. Moodle
is the main way in which information about coursework can be communicated
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between students and Tutors. Please look at the Moodle page and also the
discussion forum on a regular basis. There are electronic bulletin boards for the
campus
situated
in
reception.
These
provide
both
general
and
specific
module/course information. The best way to communicate with a lecturer is to email
them. You can also phone a lecturer, but they will not always be available in their
office. If you wish to see a lecture, it is best to email them to make an appointment. If
you have difficulty contacting a member of staff you should contact the Programme
Coordinator.
6.5
Administrative Enquiries
The staff at the Client Service Desk is trained to deal with a wide range of
administrative enquiries and matters. Please visit or contact the staff at the Client
Service Desk if you would like to report illness, lateness, expected absenteeism.
You will also be able to discuss any administrative needs or matters, such as
Student Fees, Letters of confirmation for Banking, Council Tax etc.
The Client Service Desk will also offer you necessary support, guidance, information,
and advice (where possible) with regards to your Visa, which includes making
changes to your immigration status, visa extensions, renewals, etc.
6.6
Extenuating circumstances that affect your studies
If you are unwell and feel that the illness is affecting your ability to complete work or
attend an examination, then you should make an appointment to see your GP and
obtain certified evidence (e.g. medical certificate, doctor’s note etc.). This is a
requirement of the extenuating circumstances procedure. If illness or other
circumstances affect your ability to meet a deadline for handing in assessed
coursework or your ability to sit an examination, you should consult the detailed
guidance on the procedures for dealing with extenuating circumstances.
In brief, these procedures allow you to request a deferral of assessment for a
coursework or an examination.
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All such requests must be submitted before the hand-in date of the coursework or
the date of the examination and they must be accompanied by appropriate
corroborative evidence.
Original copies of the evidence should be submitted (photocopies are not normally
accepted), and all documents from medical practitioners must have a genuine
practice stamp imprinted to confirm authenticity. It is not possible to accept
retrospective evidence.
It is important to note that the handing in of a coursework assignment will be
regarded as a declaration that you were fit for the assessment and no
subsequent claims for extenuating circumstances regarding that assessment
will be accepted.
Any student has the right to draw the attention of the London Campus to personal
extenuating circumstances which seriously impair his/her ability to undertake an
assessment, and to request deferral of the assessment. Requests for deferral on
grounds of extenuating circumstances may only be made using the procedure
notified, and must be accompanied by verifiable and current third party evidence.
No request for deferral shall be considered after the date for work submission
or examination date has passed unless there are wholly valid and exceptional
reasons (such as physical incapacity due to a serious accident).
All applications for deferral of assessments shall be considered by the Academic and
Student Services Manager in consultation with the appropriate Programme Leader.
The basis for decisions with regard to the review of deferral applications shall be the
validity of the claim in view of the published guidelines, and the evidence submitted.
A student may seek to appeal against the decision of the Academic Services
Manager to the Director of the London Campus on the grounds of material
irregularity in the process only. Such an appeal must be made in writing within 5
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working days1 of receipt of notification of the original decision. The Director shall
have 10 working days in which to reply. The Director's decision is final.
Work for assessment submitted after the notified deadline shall be awarded a mark
of zero. There is absolutely no provision to accept late submissions of coursework.
A reassessment attempt shall be offered should if the work submitted related to a
first attempt only.
Students who fail to submit work for assessment or attend examinations (where
applicable) shall be deemed to have failed the assessments concerned.
In cases where extended illness or incapacity is expected, students must make
arrangements to meet the programme leader and Academic and Student Services
Manager, so that the most appropriate solution can be determined.
The Universities full academic regulations are available at:
http://wwwm.coventry.ac.uk/LondonCampus/students/Pages/AcademicRegulations.a
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Plagiarism and how to avoid it:
Citing sources and referencing in your academic writing
Gathering information from a variety of sources forms an essential part of most
academic writing, and it is important that you reference these sources in the required
style. All writers borrow material from other sources at some time, including ideas,
information, images, charts, graphs, and statistics. Whenever you use information
from other sources you must document the source in two ways:
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
Provide an in-text citation of the source in the main body of your writing

Enter the source in the List of References at the end of your document
You must cite and reference every piece of information that you borrow from another
source because it is the intellectual property of the individuals or groups of people
who have produced it. All statements, opinions, conclusions, images, etc. which you
have taken from someone else’s work (books, journals, lectures, videos, TV
programmes, newspapers, internet pages, etc.) should be acknowledged, whether
the work is mentioned, described, reproduced, summarised, paraphrased or directly
quoted by you. If the source is produced by an organisation or an official body
instead of authors, this is known as a ‘corporate author’ and must be treated in the
same way. For example, most websites are produced by a corporate author. This
also applies to such organisations that write essays, devise IT coding etc.
Why cite and reference?
Good referencing practice makes your writing scholarly and authoritative.
It
demonstrates that you have researched your topic well, and shows your ability to
adhere to academic standards.
Good referencing practice displays intellectual
honesty because the reader can see which elements of the writing are original, and
which are borrowed. Clear in-text citations and a full List of References help a
marker to credit originality in your work. Good referencing practice also allows your
readers to locate and consult the sources you have used and enables you to go back
to consult sources you have used in previous papers you have written.
Poor referencing practice means that your writing is not founded upon clear
evidence, so it is hard to persuade your reader that your arguments are wellfounded.
Also be aware that the quality of your in-text citations and List of
References is taken into account when assignments are marked. Poor referencing
practice can give an impression of intellectual dishonesty because it is unclear to
readers which information has been borrowed from another source. In the worst
case this is plagiarism (see section D above), which means presenting someone
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else’s work as your own. Plagiarism can be accidental or intentional. You will be
penalised for plagiarism of either sort at Coventry University.
The Coventry University Harvard Reference Style is CULC's required format for
documenting the sources you use in your academic writing. Full guidance on using
the
Coventry
University
Harvard
Reference
Style
is
at
http://home.ched.coventry.ac.uk/caw/harvard/downloads.htm. Support on citing and
referencing is also available at Coventry University's Centre for Academic Writing:
https://cuportal.coventry.ac.uk/AcademicSupport/default.aspx.
8. Data Protection and Consent to Process Information
Coventry University will process your personal data for any purposes connected with
your studies, your health and safety whilst on University premises and for any other
legitimate reason. This includes collation of data about your use of electronic
resources for attendance purposes. Information about you may be disclosed to other
bodies as required by law and for crime prevention or detection purposes.
Disclosures will also be made by the University as outlined below:
(a) to authorised bodies such as sponsors, government agencies (eg Home Office,
Child Support Agency) and present/potential employers. One such body is the
Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA); further information about the uses for
which HESA processes personal data is available online at
<http://www.hesa.ac.uk/dataprot/collnotices.htm>. Your contact details may also be
passed to the Higher Education Funding Council (HEFCE) or its agents for the
purpose of administering the national student survey, and to the University's agents
for the purpose of administering our own surveys;
(b) to Coventry University Students' Union to enable the Union to issue your NUS
card, return lost property and deal with disciplinary matters;
(c) to debt collection agencies acting on behalf of the University in the event that you
owe money to the University which is not repaid within the appropriate timeframe;
(d) release of results to former schools/colleges, and publication of awards in local
newspapers;
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(e) publication of your email address on the University’s web site. This means that
the address will be available worldwide, including in countries where the rights of
data subjects are not protected by law. If you wish, you may opt to have your
address withheld by emailing directory@coventry.ac.uk;
(f) if you elect to make on-line payments to the University, limited information (date of
birth and ID numbers) will be disclosed to the University's service provider for
validation purposes;
(g) names will be included in pass lists and may be displayed on noticeboards.
The University will not disclose information about you to relatives or friends without
your consent.
The University may hold information about you which constitutes ‘sensitive data’ as
defined in the above Act, such as information about your ethnic group, relevant
health records and the disability classification which you supplied to the University.
The ethnicity information supplied will be used to comply with the requirements of
HESA, equal opportunities legislation and the University’s Race Equality Policy.
Information on student admissions and progression will be publicly available;
however, it will not be possible to identify individuals from this information, which will
assist the University in ensuring equality of opportunity.
The disability information supplied will be shared with relevant staff of the University
in order to provide you with the best possible support for your studies.
Further information about the Data Protection Act 1998 can be found in the
Secretariat's section of the University's website. By signing the enrolment form you
consent to the uses of your personal data as described above.
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Appendices
Appendix 1 A Coventry University London Campus Code of
Conduct
Observance of this code is fundamentally a part of your conditions of study.
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As a student at Coventry University London Campus you are an ambassador for the
institution and have a duty to uphold its strong reputation of professionalism in and
beyond the City of London. You are required to conduct yourself in a respectful and
appropriate manner at all times.
1.
Identification Card
Staff and students are issued with identification cards and are requested to carry
them at all times when on campus. Failure to produce a Coventry University London
Campus identification card when asked to do so by an authorised member of
University staff may result in the refusal of access to facilities. When necessary, in
the case of students wearing full head apparel they will be required to show their
face to a member of staff of the same sex for confirmation of their identity.
Permitting the use of a personalised Identification card by any other party than the
owner of the card is strictly forbidden and could lead to disciplinary action.
2.
Punctuality & Classroom conduct
Students are required to arrive on time for the commencement of each timetabled
activity.
Registration will be taken on the hour with a strict policy of prohibiting
access 5 minutes AFTER the start of each class activity.
Registration: In addition to formal name checks for each timetabled class register, a
head count will be taken to cross reference the register. Under no circumstances
should a student register another student. To do so will be considered a disciplinary
offence.
Occasional spot checks will be undertaken by University staff to ensure
strict adherence to the registration policy.
Lecture timekeeping: No access will be permitted after the 5 minute registration
period. The lecture will conclude 50 minutes from the timetabled start time to provide
a 10 minute break before commencement of each timetabled activity.
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Seminar timekeeping: For two hour Seminars no access will be permitted 5
minutes after the start time but students are expected to wait until the tutor breaks,
usually one hour from the start time. For known public disturbances, (e.g. significant
public travel disruptions beyond personal control), access to class outside this strict
punctuality policy will be at the discretion of the tutor.
Classroom conduct: Students are requested to conduct themselves respectfully at
all times. The use of Mobile phones, games and other electronic devices not
required for the class activity is not permitted. No food should be consumed in class.
Drinks are permitted.
Academic deadlines: Assignment deadlines must be strictly adhered to.
No late
submissions are permitted.
3.
Safety Regulations
The University owes a duty of care to its students and staff and, as far as is
reasonable practical, seeks to ensure that the University is a safe place in which to
work.
Students are required to comply with reasonable instructions from any
member of University staff and to observe the safety regulations of the University.
The use of laser pointer pens is strictly forbidden. Students are requested to report
all personal accidents to the Client Service Desk who will notify the Academic and
Student Services Manager.
Drugs & Smoking: Students are reminded that the possession of illegal drugs for
use and/or supply is a serious criminal offence whether on or off the campus. The
University will inform the police of any illegal drugs use in accordance with the Drug
Trafficking Act 1994 and any subsequent revisions. (www.legislation.gov.uk)
It is against the law to smoke inside the building. Please be considerate to others
and use only the designated area outside of the building to smoke, subject to the
policy outlined below:
It is the policy of Devonshire Square Estate that all workplaces (i.e. all buildings
located 3-11 Devonshrie Square and East India House, 109-117 Middlesex Street)
are smokefree,
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The following Devonshire Square Estate internal or external common/landlords
areas are also smokefree: all stair-cores and emergency exits, all partially or fully
covered window-arches and/or building arches, anywhere within the retail-arcade,
arches around the retail-arcade, basement-areas, public washrooms, basemententries, car-parking and door-ways.
Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed and substantially enclosed premises within
Devonshire Square Estate.
University property: University property must not be removed from the campus.
Students will be held liable for damage to University property and may be held
collectively responsible for damage not traceable to an individual.
Personal Property: Coventry University cannot under any circumstances accept
responsibility for the loss of private property left or lost on University premises
4.
Discipline
Disciplinary procedures may be invoked if it is alleged that a student has committed
misconduct, examples of which may include but are not limited to the following:
(i) assault or serious threatening behaviour;
(ii) criminal damage to University property or the property of any student or member
of staff;
(iii) theft or fighting on University premises;
(iv) offences against the criminal law, where these offences involve other students or
directly affect the interests of the University;
(v) sexual harassment;
(vi) racist activity or behaviour;
(vii) misappropriation or misuse of University funds or assets;
(viii) abusive or unreasonable behaviour;
(ix) unlawful occupation of University land or premises;
(x) behaviour which causes fear or distress to others;
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(xi) behaviour which interferes with the legitimate freedom of speech, ideas actions
or enquiry of other students or members of staff or which disrupts or interferes with
University processes and procedures;
(xii) a serious breach of University Regulations, code of conduct or code of practice;
(xiii) any action likely to cause injury to any person or impairing the safety of the
premises;
(xiv) attempts to subvert University procedures by means of fraudulent claims or
documents;
(xv) conduct, either on or off campus, which brings the University into disrepute.
The above list is not intended to be exhaustive. In the case of minor offences (such
as minor breaches of the University's regulations, codes of conducts, minor cheating
offences), the Faculty/School may use its discretion in invoking a local disciplinary
procedure.
The Disciplinary Procedures will be followed where there is a breach of the Code of
Conduct.
Please note that this information is not part of the formal University
Regulations. In case of conflict of interpretation, the formal regulations take
precedence.
Appendix 2
Definitions Explained
Teaching Periods and styles:
Quadmester: A periodic unit of term time at Coventry University London Campus.
There are four quadmesters in each year and each quadmester lasts for ten weeks.
Students enrolled in the Top-Up Programmes are expected to study for three
consecutive quadmesters.
Knowledgecast: One hour lecture/teaching where theoretical frameworks, concepts
and relevant subject knowledge about the course are conveyed. Lecture slides are
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uploaded to Moodle as Knowledgecasts for students to download in advance of each
Knowledgecast.
Seminar: One hour seminars designed to be student led discussions moderated by
the Tutor to facilitate a deeper understanding of the theoretical frameworks, concepts
and relevant subject literature introduced during the knowledgecasts.
Group Activity: Two hour tutor led group activity drawing together the
Knowledgecast and seminar discussions to facilitate a deeper and practical
understanding of the business issues relevant to each Unit.
Assignments are
discussed during group activity sessions and small group structures provide an
opportunity for the tutor to address individual and group issues. Student’s progress
and understanding of the module will be further explored during the group activity
sessions.
Virtual Learning & Electronic Resources
Discussion Board:
Electronic student environment for posting questions and
sharing information between students relevant to CULC studies.
Moodle: The virtual learning environment CULC uses for course management and
module delivery. During your studies you will use moodle for discussion forums,
assignment submissions, grade/feedback tracking and to access relevant documents
and staff members.
Pebble Pad: Your online space where you are in control. It allows you to share
selective elements of your work with other students, tutors and even potential
employers. Pebble Pad is integrated with CULCOnline and will be available to you
throughout your years at Coventry University London Campus. You will be able to
use it to create blogs, CVs, management briefs and other reports needed for your eportfolios and Personal Development Plans (PDP).
Talis: Virtual environment that provides access to the full list of required and
recommended readings for each module
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Turn- it-in: is a worldwide standard online resource for detecting academic
plagiarism. Turnitin compares students’ work with the web, online journals and work
submitted by other students around the world and produces a ‘similarity index’ and
‘originality report’ showing from where the text has been copied. Students are
required to submit all written assignment to turnitin, which will then be assessed by
the relevant module tutors.
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