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Sustainable Management at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

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Course summary

Sustainability plays a pivotal role in modern corporate policy and strategy, making advanced knowledge in the field central to business success. This up-to-the-minute course equips you with an advanced understanding of sustainable business management and allows you to explore the complex interplay between sustainability, government legislation and economic ambition. Thanks to our practice-led approach, industry involvement and employability-based skill development, you can apply your learning to real-world challenges and immersive projects. Course accreditation Our course is approved by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)*, which entitles you to free IEMA student membership throughout your studies, with access to toolkits, webinars and international events. IEMA membership also enables you to network internationally in building a career and achieving further qualifications. *Revalidation pending Facilities and specialist equipment

  • State-of-the-art business suite complete with £500K of industry-standard hardware and software
  • Access to immersive simulations from Harvard Business Publishing
  • Reuters trading room offering live ‘stock-market’ data for a realistic investment experience
  • Business pods, boardroom areas and IT suites designed to simulate a professional office environment
Industry links There are opportunities for regional and cross-cultural industry collaboration through networks such as regional Green Business Networks (GBNs) and their wider partners; Luton 2040; Principles for Responsible Management (PRME); and Chambers of Commerce. These collaborations provide access to networking, knowledge-transfer partnerships, and other specialist skills acquisition and development. Your student experience We are committed to responsible business management: our courses are aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); we are signatories of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME); and are recognised by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) for our global impact in the sector. Our University has a first-class ranking for sustainability (People & Planet 2024). Block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life. Our business and management courses rank 4th overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings for teaching, engagement, learning community and course organisation. Study with research-active academics who have a wealth of industry experience. With its practice-led approach, the course allows you apply your knowledge to authentic simulations, case studies and projects, preparing you for real-world business challenges. Develop transferable workplace skills including critical thinking; research, interpretation and evaluation; self-management; initiative-taking; and effective communication. Enhance your knowledge and experience through subject-relevant field trips and our Global Guest Speaker series, which features representatives and business leaders from prominent organisations such as the Association of Project Management (APM) and TUI. Explore your specialist interests with a choice of Master’s capstone dissertation, live project and professional practice. Solve real-life problems working with the University’s Research and Innovation Service (RIS) where you can assist local businesses and SMEs to up-skill and innovate.

Modules

• Business Dissertation (MAR042-6) Compulsory • Global Logistics And Supply Chain Management (BSS051-6) Compulsory • International Corporate Governance And Company Law (LAW045-6) Compulsory • Performance Achievement Planning (BSS072-6) Compulsory • Strategic Management (BSS050-6) Compulsory • Sustainable Business Management (BSS053-6) Compulsory Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate at the point of publication on the UCAS website. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website.

Assessment method

A number of different assessment methods will contribute to your development and will enhance your employability. We consider it essential that comprehensive feedback is provided in due time so it is integrated in your learning process. When group work is required, the marks given will be individual following the University of Bedfordshire's regulatory scheme. In some cases, different kinds of assessment may be used in combination, making sure however that there are no hidden tasks. The intensive character of this Course's delivery as it is outlined in its Teaching and Learning philosophy is consistent with the needs of todays world for graduates who accumulate knowledge fast and are able to express the outcome of this process in a way that is meaningful and comprehensive. After Induction, a week of intensive direct contact time followed by your own contribution through individual learning, which will take you to your first assessment point. At the end of your six-week block, your final assessment will be due. The end-of-unit examinations focus primarily on critical discussion of theory and current practice and provide the reassurance of guaranteed student authorship, and a true measure of your own ability and understanding. This will be a demanding but very rewarding experience. The overall underpinning assessment strategy on this course tests the intended learning outcomes through exposing students to a range of assessment types. The aim is to develop both knowledge and skills to support students' entry to employment as confident managers .The units on this course therefore use varied combination of types of assessments for both formative and summative purposes to enrich the learning experience. The range of assessments used for this course includes:

  • Written Examination or Class Test: Questions in these exams always promote critical thinking and help you gradually develop your ability to apply, analyse, synthesize and evaluate.
  • Individual Written Report or Essays: Your knowledge and skills are developed when you undertake the task of writing an individual report and the whole process contributes to your improvement when it comes to conducting postgraduate level research and developing your enterprise. The ability to perform literature informed research, to review and evaluate the relevant sources and to use an appropriate methodology in order to analyse and evaluate the relevant concepts is being assessed.
  • Case Study Examination: You will apply your knowledge in the context of a specific case Oral Presentation: A number of transferable skills will be developed including the ability to present your findings in a professional, clear and concise manner.
- Reflective Report: Evaluating your own contribution to a team is essential in the context of this course but in the workplace as well - Dissertation / Professional Practice / Live Project: Regardless of which masters capstone experience you opt for, you will have to produce an individual, independent piece of work. You will be asked to identify the research question or problem under investigation, review the relevant literature, and develop a sound methodology in order to explore the problem, proceed with the analysis, discuss your findings and make recommendations. It is the capstone of this course and builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in all Units. It will be one of the most challenging but yet enjoyable and rewarding experiences you will encounter.


Entry requirements

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. To apply for this course, a relevant degree indicating basic quantitative skills is required. Otherwise, applicants from different subject areas will be considered on an individual basis according to their relevant professional experience or qualifications.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For information on the 2025 fees and scholarships please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

For information on postgraduate funding, please visit: https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/postgraduatestudy/postgraduate-fees-and-funding

Sustainable Management at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS