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MSc in Management and
Entrepreneurship
Course Handbook 2015/16
2015 Entry
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Course Outline ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Course Structure .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Modules and Convenors ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Syllabus.................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Full-time Syllabus ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Part-time Syllabus (2-year) ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Course Aims ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Learning Outcomes ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Assessment and Academic Progress ................................................................................................................................ 6
Formal Documentation ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
Library ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
PG Assessment Criteria .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Transferring to a Different Course ................................................................................................................................. 10
Contact Details ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Student Life Centre .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Information in this handbook may be subject to change. This version is correct as of August 2015.
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Introduction
This handbook summarises the most important aspects of practice and procedure in the
management of the Department of Business and Management’s postgraduate taught courses, and is
designed to provide you with:
? a clear outline of what you should expect in the management of your degree course;
? a clear indication of what is expected of you during your time in Business and Management;
? a convenient source of information about the mechanics of some of the more common
administrative procedures used during a student’s progress from admission to examination.
Message from the Head of Department
Welcome to the University of Sussex. I hope that you will enjoy studying with us and that you will
learn a lot that will be of use to you moving forward. The modules that you will be taking will be
taught by nationally and internationally recognised scholars from around the world and by our
network of successful local practitioners. This will enable you to learn about both the theory and
practice of your chosen area of study. You should find your studies challenging at Sussex but
hopefully also rewarding as they prepare you to make an impact in whatever you choose to do after
you complete your degree. You will also be studying with students from different backgrounds and
there is a wealth of opportunity to interact with other students on the Sussex campus. I hope that
you will take the opportunity to interact with people who are different to yourself and so develop
your social skills, so important in global businesses today. I wish you every success in your studies
in the Department of Business and Management at Sussex.
Prof. Sue Newell
Head of Department and Director of Studies
Message from the Course Convenor
The MSc in Management & Entrepreneurship is an integrative course that links contemporary
theory and practice, building upon the extensive research expertise and teaching experience of our
academic staff. Our course is further enriched by our visiting speakers which include entrepreneurs
running successful and highly innovative commercial or social enterprises. Our modules will
provide you with the essential knowledge, competencies and reflective skills necessary for a
rewarding career in today’s dynamic and challenging environments. The course requires high levels
of participation and embodies a strong practical element to support the theoretical learning, giving
you the opportunity to apply your newly acquired knowledge within organisations or towards
starting a business venture.
Dr Mirela Xheneti
Course Convenor
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Course Outline
Course Structure
The MSc Management and Entrepreneurship is an intensive and innovative course designed to
provide an in-depth understanding of management and entrepreneurship. The course covers
different organisational, sectorial and geographical contexts and aims to combine state-of-the-art
academic knowledge with practical challenges in the business world. It is designed to build
practical skills around conceptualising, designing, managing and growing new ventures and
existing entrepreneurial organisations.
The course creates new opportunities for people interested in: self-employment or management of
their own venture; general management and small & medium enterprise (SME) management;
family business; entrepreneurial positions in an international organisation; entrepreneurial
ventures in the public/private sector (e.g. universities and research institutes); and business
development consultancy.
Modules and Convenors
You will study five modules in the first term, four modules in the second term and work on your
Research Project Report through the third term. Each module carries 15 or 30 credits; therefore
you will study a total of 180 credits through the year.
Each module is organised by a module convenor – a member of faculty who designs and delivers
the module, and manages the assessments. Module material (including a handbook and lecture
slides) is provided by the convenor on the Study Direct site. Assessments are held in the same
teaching block in which the modules is delivered for coursework, but in the formal assessment
block before the start of the next term, for exams.
Syllabus
The syllabus provides an in-depth understanding to the concepts of management and
entrepreneurship, including venturing and starting up, entrepreneurial ideas and opportunities,
business planning, intellectual property rights, innovation, market and financial analysis, ethics and
corporate social responsibility.
Full-time Syllabus
Term Status Modules Credits
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Core Perspectives on Entrepreneurship and Small Business (722N1) 15
Core Design, Creativity and Innovation (925N1) 15
Core Change and Leadership (715N1) 15
2 of these
Options
Global Business (734N1) 15
Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
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Core Research Methods (742N1) 15
Core New Venture Creation and Simulation (868N1) 30
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2 of these
Options
Information Systems and Management (935N1) 15
Managing Intellectual Property (876N1) 15
Entrepreneurial Finance (731N1) 15
International Entrepreneurship (721N1) 15
Corporate Governance (740N1) 15
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Core
Research Project - Entrepreneurship (728N1)
30
Part-time Syllabus (2-year)
Term Status Modules Credits
YEAR 1
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n
Core
Perspectives on Entrepreneurship & Small Businesses (722N1)
15
Core Change and Leadership (715N1) 15
1 of these
Global Business (734N1) 15
Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
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2 of these
Options
Managing Intellectual Property (876N1) 15
Entrepreneurial Finance (731N1) 15
International Entrepreneurship (721N1) 15
Corporate Governance (740N1) 15
Information Systems and Management (935N1) 15
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No modules
YEAR 2
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Core
Design Thinking for Entrepreneurship (925N1)
15
1 of these Global Business (734N1) 15
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Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
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Core New Venture Creation and Simulation (868N1) 30
Core Research Methods (742N1) 15
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Core Research Project (728N1) 30
Course Aims
MSc Management and Entrepreneurship is aimed at postgraduate students who wish to gain a
contemporary and forward-looking perspective on entrepreneurship and management studies.
Managers need a skill-set to enable them to react to the changing world and a vision to interpret the
next step for their organisation. In preparing for these challenges, this course provides in-depth
knowledge in management and entrepreneurship studies with a focus on: the formation and
growth of new ventures; working and managing in small businesses; entrepreneurial management
in small firms; enterprise policy or the role of government and other institutions in supporting
entrepreneurship and the creation and growth of new firms; entrepreneurship in the private, public
and third sector; and contemporary issues in entrepreneurship and small business research.
The overall purpose is to provide a vocationally relevant and academically challenging programme
in management and entrepreneurship.
The programme seeks to:
? Provide graduates with the knowledge and personal skills appropriate for a career in the area
of management and entrepreneurship, and other related areas by:
o Integrating functional knowledge related to starting and managing new ventures and
existing organisations;
o Analysing entrepreneurial processes in different organisational, sectorial, national and
international contexts; and
o Improving skills that are relevant for management and entrepreneurship such as spirit
of initiative, creativity, analytical thinking, self-awareness, resilience, flexibility,
responsibility, leadership and negotiation, independence, teamwork.
? Blend academic cutting edge research with practical relevance and experience of the
entrepreneurial journey;
? Take an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to management and entrepreneurship.
Learning Outcomes
The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and
understanding, skills and qualities in the following areas:
Skills Area
Learning Outcomes
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Knowledge and
Understanding
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the theoretical concepts of
management and entrepreneurship.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding that enables the student to
critically evaluate current research and advanced scholarship in
management and entrepreneurship as well as to assess methodologies
and develop critiques of them.
Develop a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights
in management and entrepreneurship using a balance of theory and
practical skills to facilitate intellectual and professional development;
Intellectual Skills
Develop critical, analytical and research skills needed to make reasoned
and creative contributions to problem-solving in complex and
uncertain contexts.
Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with
a practical understanding of how established techniques of research
and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in
management and entrepreneurship.
Practical Skills
Demonstrate an understanding and the application of a range of
relevant quantitative and qualitative social science research skills
needed for the analysis of entrepreneurship and management issues.
Transferable Skills
Demonstrate originality, self-direction and autonomy in planning and
implementing tasks in a range of occupations in business, consultancy,
academia and government. These include team/group working, IT
skills, Information search skills, the ability to interpret and manipulate
numerical data, presentation skills, and writing skills.
Assessment and Academic Progress
An external examiner, who is a senior academic in another educational institution, reviews all
assessed work that contributes to the degree award. A report on all submitted and assessed work is
produced by the external examiner, and is presented to the meeting of the Progression and Award
Board, usually in October or November each year. The external examiner for the Management and
Entrepreneurship MSc is Prof. Paul Robson, of Royal Holloway, University of London.
Much information is available on the university website regarding how to study, how you will be
assessed, and how your degree is classified and awarded.
Writing well and avoiding academic misconduct
Plagiarism, collusion, and cheating in exams are all forms of academic misconduct which the
University takes very seriously.
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Every year, some students commit academic misconduct unintentionally because they did not know
what was expected of them. The consequences for committing academic misconduct can be severe,
so it is important that you familiarise yourself with what it is and how to avoid it.
The University’s S3 guide to study skills gives advice on writing well, including hints and tips on
how to avoid making serious mistakes. You will also find helpful guides to referencing properly and
improving your critical writing skills. Make use of the resources there.
If you are dealing with difficult circumstances, such as illness or bereavement, do not try to rush
your work or hand in something which may be in breach of the rules. Instead you should seek
confidential advice from the Student Life Centre. The full University rules on academic misconduct
are set out in the Examination and Assessment Regulations Handbook.
Formal Documentation
The definitive source of information on regulatory matters associated with assessment and
classification is published by the Academic Office, and is available here:
Examination and Assessment Handbook for Postgraduate Studentshttp://www.sussex.ac.uk/adqe/standards/examsandassessment
This is a version of the handbook used by exam board members when making progression and
classification decisions. It describes the regulations in formal terms.
Library
The library has a vast collection of books to support your study. It also gives you access to over
30,000 online journals and 50,000 e-books. To help you find what you need, we have a powerful
discovery tool called ‘Library Search’. It will provide you with full-text access to our journals and e-
books, as well as giving you shelfmarks for our print books and DVDs, to help you to locate them in
the library. Our website will link you to Library Search, along with many other pieces of useful
information:http://www.sussex.ac.uk/library/.
As well as Library Search, the library also has a large number of databases and digital archives
specific to Business and Management. To help you find these databases and other resources, we
have listed them in our Subject Guide:http://guides.lib.sussex.ac.uk/Business_Management
The library uses an online reading list system for your course materials. You will usually access
your reading list from your Study Direct module page, but you can also search for your reading list
here:http://liblists.sussex.ac.uk/.
We run regular workshops and training sessions to help you find and use the library’s resources,
carry out effective literature searches and understand how to cite and reference your sources. We
also offer online support through our InfoSuss tutorial, which takes you through searching
techniques, as well as providing an easy referencing guide: www.sussex.ac.uk/library/infosuss.
Support for a wide range of skills, including library and research skills, can be accessed via the
Skills Hub. It brings together all the workshops, web resources and services at Sussex that can help
you with your academic development: www.sussex.ac.uk/skillshub.
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PG Assessment Criteria
When grading all modes of assessment the marker will refer to the following generic criteria. More specific criteria may be provided for particular
modules.
Category Mark Check List Description
High
Distinction
80 + High level of reflective learning
Advanced knowledge of subject area
Critically reflects on established literature and theory
Evidence of extensive or intensive and appropriate data
collection and analysis
Well researched, written and argued in a compelling manner
Extensive research-level references
New insights emerging from reading research or student’s
own experiences
The work demonstrates a mastery of the subject that goes
well beyond basic reading to critically explore alternative
perspectives
The argument presented is well developed, complete and
coherent, and is written in a compelling manner
Perhaps most importantly, an 80+ piece of work is
characterised by a spark of creativity, or by new ideas and
insights that emerge from the student’s reading and
experience
Distinction
70 – 79 High level of reflective learning
Excellent knowledge of subject area
Extensive and appropriate use of literature
Evidence of extensive or intensive and appropriate data
collection and analysis
Well argued
Arrives at innovative understanding
The work demonstrates excellent understanding of the
subject that has been gained through a thorough critical
analysis of themes and issues
It draws effectively on the relevant literature and concepts to
build a comprehensive and cohesive argument
Work graded at 70 and above is characterised by persuasive
reasoning backed up by appropriate illustrative examples
Merit
60 – 69 High level of reflective learning
Good knowledge of subject area
Uses a range of texts not just text books and including
refereed journals
Evidence of appropriate data collection and analysis
Logically structured and argued
Demonstrates learning from the project
The work demonstrates proficient understanding of the
subject gained from working with key sources
Major themes and debates in the extant literature are
recognised and are at least referred to if not taken up
completely throughout the project
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Category Mark Check List Description
Pass 50 – 59 Achieves reflective learning
Shows understanding of most of the issues relating to the
subject
Uses texts and some journals
Evidence of appropriate data collection and analysis but
these are at the most basic level
The arguments developed in the project, the language used
and the writing style are competent but are somewhat
incomplete in places
The work demonstrates a basic competence in the subject
It draws on some relevant literature, but provides only a
limited critical analysis of this material
Examples are used, but without a critical, analytical context
The arguments presented have some gaps
Work of this grade is characterised by sufficient coverage of
the subject, but unsophisticated understanding and analysis
Marginal Fail 45 – 49 There is a credible, if poor, attempt at all components of the
project
Achieves reflective learning but does not grasp any wider
perspective of the subject
Has read some texts but not really understood the concepts
Investigation and analysis falls short of pass standard, but
could be raised to this standard if the student applies
sufficient time and effort to revise their work
The arguments developed in the project, the language used
and the writing style are not competent or incomplete
The work demonstrates only a limited degree of competence
in the subject
It has some sense of academic debate and/or rational
argument
There is a tendency towards reportage rather than any form
of interpretation
Work of this grade is characterised by just acceptable
comprehension in all elements, but the work could be
improved to achieve a pass grade if the student puts in
sufficient effort
Fail
0 – 44 Fails to achieve reflective learning
A major problem in one or more significant areas: literature,
methodology, language, etc.
Lack of sufficient reading
Fails to extend beyond concepts and readings already taught
and examined elsewhere
Poorly designed and superficial analysis
Argument is incoherent and/or inconsistent
The work demonstrates a lack of understanding of the
subject
There are significant gaps in the interpretation of literature
and relevant concepts, and the reasoning presented is
flawed, inconsistent, contradictory, or incoherent
Unacceptable work is characterised by incompleteness and
inadequate comprehension
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Transferring to a Different Course
We hope that you will be happy with your initial choice of degree, but a small minority of students
will wish to transfer to another degree. If your chosen new degree is offered by another school then
it is less likely that you will be able to transfer. However, if you wish to choose an alternative degree
from amongst those offered by the Business and Management Department, then this may be
possible, but the change must be completed by Friday 9th October 2014.
If you wish to consider transferring to a new degree, please make an appointment with your
academic advisor to discuss the options available, as soon as you can.
Contact Details
You should also keep in touch with your academic advisor, and contact the Student Life Centre for
help with any personal issues you face. Your course convenor should be able to help you find an
answer to any questions you have during your studies. Other useful contacts:
Course Convenor – Management and
Entrepreneurship MSc
Dr. Mirela Xheneti
? [email protected]
?(01273) 872753
Director of Studies
Prof. Sue Newell
? [email protected]
?(01273) 678266
Head of Department
Prof. Sue Newell
? [email protected]
?(01273) 873950
Business and Management Postgraduate
Course Co-ordinators
Mr Austin Brown
? [email protected]
? (01273) 872984
Miss Rebecca Renvoize
? [email protected]
?(01273) 872984
Miss Susan Eamer-Tsoureas
? [email protected]
Student Life Centre
The Student Life Centre (SLC) offers information and advice to all Sussex students. Their aim is to
help you to gain the best university experience you can, whatever your circumstances, by ensuring
if you run into problems you get appropriate guidance and support.
The SLC is based on the first floor of Bramber House and is open from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm every
weekday. You can drop in to see them, call (01273) 876767, email [email protected]
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or make an appointment – just go onto your Sussex Direct site, click on your ‘Study’ tab and then on
‘Student Life Centre’.
Amongst the many issues the SLC can help you with are:
? Personal concerns affecting study progress or well-being;
? Funding and finance including scholarships, bursaries and hardship funds;
? Sources of help to improve academic performance – identifying obstacles to learning;
? Understanding university systems and regulations in relation to assessment, services,
complaints, conduct, and discipline;
? Progression, intermission and withdrawal processes - discussion and support;
? Referrals to other professional services on campus;
? Mitigating evidence help.
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MSc in Management and
Entrepreneurship
Course Handbook 2015/16
2015 Entry
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Course Outline ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Course Structure .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Modules and Convenors ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Syllabus.................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Full-time Syllabus ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Part-time Syllabus (2-year) ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Course Aims ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Learning Outcomes ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Assessment and Academic Progress ................................................................................................................................ 6
Formal Documentation ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
Library ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
PG Assessment Criteria .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Transferring to a Different Course ................................................................................................................................. 10
Contact Details ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Student Life Centre .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Information in this handbook may be subject to change. This version is correct as of August 2015.
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Introduction
This handbook summarises the most important aspects of practice and procedure in the
management of the Department of Business and Management’s postgraduate taught courses, and is
designed to provide you with:
? a clear outline of what you should expect in the management of your degree course;
? a clear indication of what is expected of you during your time in Business and Management;
? a convenient source of information about the mechanics of some of the more common
administrative procedures used during a student’s progress from admission to examination.
Message from the Head of Department
Welcome to the University of Sussex. I hope that you will enjoy studying with us and that you will
learn a lot that will be of use to you moving forward. The modules that you will be taking will be
taught by nationally and internationally recognised scholars from around the world and by our
network of successful local practitioners. This will enable you to learn about both the theory and
practice of your chosen area of study. You should find your studies challenging at Sussex but
hopefully also rewarding as they prepare you to make an impact in whatever you choose to do after
you complete your degree. You will also be studying with students from different backgrounds and
there is a wealth of opportunity to interact with other students on the Sussex campus. I hope that
you will take the opportunity to interact with people who are different to yourself and so develop
your social skills, so important in global businesses today. I wish you every success in your studies
in the Department of Business and Management at Sussex.
Prof. Sue Newell
Head of Department and Director of Studies
Message from the Course Convenor
The MSc in Management & Entrepreneurship is an integrative course that links contemporary
theory and practice, building upon the extensive research expertise and teaching experience of our
academic staff. Our course is further enriched by our visiting speakers which include entrepreneurs
running successful and highly innovative commercial or social enterprises. Our modules will
provide you with the essential knowledge, competencies and reflective skills necessary for a
rewarding career in today’s dynamic and challenging environments. The course requires high levels
of participation and embodies a strong practical element to support the theoretical learning, giving
you the opportunity to apply your newly acquired knowledge within organisations or towards
starting a business venture.
Dr Mirela Xheneti
Course Convenor
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Course Outline
Course Structure
The MSc Management and Entrepreneurship is an intensive and innovative course designed to
provide an in-depth understanding of management and entrepreneurship. The course covers
different organisational, sectorial and geographical contexts and aims to combine state-of-the-art
academic knowledge with practical challenges in the business world. It is designed to build
practical skills around conceptualising, designing, managing and growing new ventures and
existing entrepreneurial organisations.
The course creates new opportunities for people interested in: self-employment or management of
their own venture; general management and small & medium enterprise (SME) management;
family business; entrepreneurial positions in an international organisation; entrepreneurial
ventures in the public/private sector (e.g. universities and research institutes); and business
development consultancy.
Modules and Convenors
You will study five modules in the first term, four modules in the second term and work on your
Research Project Report through the third term. Each module carries 15 or 30 credits; therefore
you will study a total of 180 credits through the year.
Each module is organised by a module convenor – a member of faculty who designs and delivers
the module, and manages the assessments. Module material (including a handbook and lecture
slides) is provided by the convenor on the Study Direct site. Assessments are held in the same
teaching block in which the modules is delivered for coursework, but in the formal assessment
block before the start of the next term, for exams.
Syllabus
The syllabus provides an in-depth understanding to the concepts of management and
entrepreneurship, including venturing and starting up, entrepreneurial ideas and opportunities,
business planning, intellectual property rights, innovation, market and financial analysis, ethics and
corporate social responsibility.
Full-time Syllabus
Term Status Modules Credits
A
u
t
u
m
n
Core Perspectives on Entrepreneurship and Small Business (722N1) 15
Core Design, Creativity and Innovation (925N1) 15
Core Change and Leadership (715N1) 15
2 of these
Options
Global Business (734N1) 15
Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
S
p
r
i
n
g
Core Research Methods (742N1) 15
Core New Venture Creation and Simulation (868N1) 30
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2 of these
Options
Information Systems and Management (935N1) 15
Managing Intellectual Property (876N1) 15
Entrepreneurial Finance (731N1) 15
International Entrepreneurship (721N1) 15
Corporate Governance (740N1) 15
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Core
Research Project - Entrepreneurship (728N1)
30
Part-time Syllabus (2-year)
Term Status Modules Credits
YEAR 1
A
u
t
u
m
n
Core
Perspectives on Entrepreneurship & Small Businesses (722N1)
15
Core Change and Leadership (715N1) 15
1 of these
Global Business (734N1) 15
Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
S
p
r
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g
2 of these
Options
Managing Intellectual Property (876N1) 15
Entrepreneurial Finance (731N1) 15
International Entrepreneurship (721N1) 15
Corporate Governance (740N1) 15
Information Systems and Management (935N1) 15
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No modules
YEAR 2
A
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n
Core
Design Thinking for Entrepreneurship (925N1)
15
1 of these Global Business (734N1) 15
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Marketing Management (883N1) 15
Accounting for Decision Makers (733N1) 15
S
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g
Core New Venture Creation and Simulation (868N1) 30
Core Research Methods (742N1) 15
S
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Core Research Project (728N1) 30
Course Aims
MSc Management and Entrepreneurship is aimed at postgraduate students who wish to gain a
contemporary and forward-looking perspective on entrepreneurship and management studies.
Managers need a skill-set to enable them to react to the changing world and a vision to interpret the
next step for their organisation. In preparing for these challenges, this course provides in-depth
knowledge in management and entrepreneurship studies with a focus on: the formation and
growth of new ventures; working and managing in small businesses; entrepreneurial management
in small firms; enterprise policy or the role of government and other institutions in supporting
entrepreneurship and the creation and growth of new firms; entrepreneurship in the private, public
and third sector; and contemporary issues in entrepreneurship and small business research.
The overall purpose is to provide a vocationally relevant and academically challenging programme
in management and entrepreneurship.
The programme seeks to:
? Provide graduates with the knowledge and personal skills appropriate for a career in the area
of management and entrepreneurship, and other related areas by:
o Integrating functional knowledge related to starting and managing new ventures and
existing organisations;
o Analysing entrepreneurial processes in different organisational, sectorial, national and
international contexts; and
o Improving skills that are relevant for management and entrepreneurship such as spirit
of initiative, creativity, analytical thinking, self-awareness, resilience, flexibility,
responsibility, leadership and negotiation, independence, teamwork.
? Blend academic cutting edge research with practical relevance and experience of the
entrepreneurial journey;
? Take an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to management and entrepreneurship.
Learning Outcomes
The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and
understanding, skills and qualities in the following areas:
Skills Area
Learning Outcomes
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Knowledge and
Understanding
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the theoretical concepts of
management and entrepreneurship.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding that enables the student to
critically evaluate current research and advanced scholarship in
management and entrepreneurship as well as to assess methodologies
and develop critiques of them.
Develop a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights
in management and entrepreneurship using a balance of theory and
practical skills to facilitate intellectual and professional development;
Intellectual Skills
Develop critical, analytical and research skills needed to make reasoned
and creative contributions to problem-solving in complex and
uncertain contexts.
Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with
a practical understanding of how established techniques of research
and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in
management and entrepreneurship.
Practical Skills
Demonstrate an understanding and the application of a range of
relevant quantitative and qualitative social science research skills
needed for the analysis of entrepreneurship and management issues.
Transferable Skills
Demonstrate originality, self-direction and autonomy in planning and
implementing tasks in a range of occupations in business, consultancy,
academia and government. These include team/group working, IT
skills, Information search skills, the ability to interpret and manipulate
numerical data, presentation skills, and writing skills.
Assessment and Academic Progress
An external examiner, who is a senior academic in another educational institution, reviews all
assessed work that contributes to the degree award. A report on all submitted and assessed work is
produced by the external examiner, and is presented to the meeting of the Progression and Award
Board, usually in October or November each year. The external examiner for the Management and
Entrepreneurship MSc is Prof. Paul Robson, of Royal Holloway, University of London.
Much information is available on the university website regarding how to study, how you will be
assessed, and how your degree is classified and awarded.
Writing well and avoiding academic misconduct
Plagiarism, collusion, and cheating in exams are all forms of academic misconduct which the
University takes very seriously.
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Every year, some students commit academic misconduct unintentionally because they did not know
what was expected of them. The consequences for committing academic misconduct can be severe,
so it is important that you familiarise yourself with what it is and how to avoid it.
The University’s S3 guide to study skills gives advice on writing well, including hints and tips on
how to avoid making serious mistakes. You will also find helpful guides to referencing properly and
improving your critical writing skills. Make use of the resources there.
If you are dealing with difficult circumstances, such as illness or bereavement, do not try to rush
your work or hand in something which may be in breach of the rules. Instead you should seek
confidential advice from the Student Life Centre. The full University rules on academic misconduct
are set out in the Examination and Assessment Regulations Handbook.
Formal Documentation
The definitive source of information on regulatory matters associated with assessment and
classification is published by the Academic Office, and is available here:
Examination and Assessment Handbook for Postgraduate Studentshttp://www.sussex.ac.uk/adqe/standards/examsandassessment
This is a version of the handbook used by exam board members when making progression and
classification decisions. It describes the regulations in formal terms.
Library
The library has a vast collection of books to support your study. It also gives you access to over
30,000 online journals and 50,000 e-books. To help you find what you need, we have a powerful
discovery tool called ‘Library Search’. It will provide you with full-text access to our journals and e-
books, as well as giving you shelfmarks for our print books and DVDs, to help you to locate them in
the library. Our website will link you to Library Search, along with many other pieces of useful
information:http://www.sussex.ac.uk/library/.
As well as Library Search, the library also has a large number of databases and digital archives
specific to Business and Management. To help you find these databases and other resources, we
have listed them in our Subject Guide:http://guides.lib.sussex.ac.uk/Business_Management
The library uses an online reading list system for your course materials. You will usually access
your reading list from your Study Direct module page, but you can also search for your reading list
here:http://liblists.sussex.ac.uk/.
We run regular workshops and training sessions to help you find and use the library’s resources,
carry out effective literature searches and understand how to cite and reference your sources. We
also offer online support through our InfoSuss tutorial, which takes you through searching
techniques, as well as providing an easy referencing guide: www.sussex.ac.uk/library/infosuss.
Support for a wide range of skills, including library and research skills, can be accessed via the
Skills Hub. It brings together all the workshops, web resources and services at Sussex that can help
you with your academic development: www.sussex.ac.uk/skillshub.
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PG Assessment Criteria
When grading all modes of assessment the marker will refer to the following generic criteria. More specific criteria may be provided for particular
modules.
Category Mark Check List Description
High
Distinction
80 + High level of reflective learning
Advanced knowledge of subject area
Critically reflects on established literature and theory
Evidence of extensive or intensive and appropriate data
collection and analysis
Well researched, written and argued in a compelling manner
Extensive research-level references
New insights emerging from reading research or student’s
own experiences
The work demonstrates a mastery of the subject that goes
well beyond basic reading to critically explore alternative
perspectives
The argument presented is well developed, complete and
coherent, and is written in a compelling manner
Perhaps most importantly, an 80+ piece of work is
characterised by a spark of creativity, or by new ideas and
insights that emerge from the student’s reading and
experience
Distinction
70 – 79 High level of reflective learning
Excellent knowledge of subject area
Extensive and appropriate use of literature
Evidence of extensive or intensive and appropriate data
collection and analysis
Well argued
Arrives at innovative understanding
The work demonstrates excellent understanding of the
subject that has been gained through a thorough critical
analysis of themes and issues
It draws effectively on the relevant literature and concepts to
build a comprehensive and cohesive argument
Work graded at 70 and above is characterised by persuasive
reasoning backed up by appropriate illustrative examples
Merit
60 – 69 High level of reflective learning
Good knowledge of subject area
Uses a range of texts not just text books and including
refereed journals
Evidence of appropriate data collection and analysis
Logically structured and argued
Demonstrates learning from the project
The work demonstrates proficient understanding of the
subject gained from working with key sources
Major themes and debates in the extant literature are
recognised and are at least referred to if not taken up
completely throughout the project
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Category Mark Check List Description
Pass 50 – 59 Achieves reflective learning
Shows understanding of most of the issues relating to the
subject
Uses texts and some journals
Evidence of appropriate data collection and analysis but
these are at the most basic level
The arguments developed in the project, the language used
and the writing style are competent but are somewhat
incomplete in places
The work demonstrates a basic competence in the subject
It draws on some relevant literature, but provides only a
limited critical analysis of this material
Examples are used, but without a critical, analytical context
The arguments presented have some gaps
Work of this grade is characterised by sufficient coverage of
the subject, but unsophisticated understanding and analysis
Marginal Fail 45 – 49 There is a credible, if poor, attempt at all components of the
project
Achieves reflective learning but does not grasp any wider
perspective of the subject
Has read some texts but not really understood the concepts
Investigation and analysis falls short of pass standard, but
could be raised to this standard if the student applies
sufficient time and effort to revise their work
The arguments developed in the project, the language used
and the writing style are not competent or incomplete
The work demonstrates only a limited degree of competence
in the subject
It has some sense of academic debate and/or rational
argument
There is a tendency towards reportage rather than any form
of interpretation
Work of this grade is characterised by just acceptable
comprehension in all elements, but the work could be
improved to achieve a pass grade if the student puts in
sufficient effort
Fail
0 – 44 Fails to achieve reflective learning
A major problem in one or more significant areas: literature,
methodology, language, etc.
Lack of sufficient reading
Fails to extend beyond concepts and readings already taught
and examined elsewhere
Poorly designed and superficial analysis
Argument is incoherent and/or inconsistent
The work demonstrates a lack of understanding of the
subject
There are significant gaps in the interpretation of literature
and relevant concepts, and the reasoning presented is
flawed, inconsistent, contradictory, or incoherent
Unacceptable work is characterised by incompleteness and
inadequate comprehension
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Transferring to a Different Course
We hope that you will be happy with your initial choice of degree, but a small minority of students
will wish to transfer to another degree. If your chosen new degree is offered by another school then
it is less likely that you will be able to transfer. However, if you wish to choose an alternative degree
from amongst those offered by the Business and Management Department, then this may be
possible, but the change must be completed by Friday 9th October 2014.
If you wish to consider transferring to a new degree, please make an appointment with your
academic advisor to discuss the options available, as soon as you can.
Contact Details
You should also keep in touch with your academic advisor, and contact the Student Life Centre for
help with any personal issues you face. Your course convenor should be able to help you find an
answer to any questions you have during your studies. Other useful contacts:
Course Convenor – Management and
Entrepreneurship MSc
Dr. Mirela Xheneti
? [email protected]
?(01273) 872753
Director of Studies
Prof. Sue Newell
? [email protected]
?(01273) 678266
Head of Department
Prof. Sue Newell
? [email protected]
?(01273) 873950
Business and Management Postgraduate
Course Co-ordinators
Mr Austin Brown
? [email protected]
? (01273) 872984
Miss Rebecca Renvoize
? [email protected]
?(01273) 872984
Miss Susan Eamer-Tsoureas
? [email protected]
Student Life Centre
The Student Life Centre (SLC) offers information and advice to all Sussex students. Their aim is to
help you to gain the best university experience you can, whatever your circumstances, by ensuring
if you run into problems you get appropriate guidance and support.
The SLC is based on the first floor of Bramber House and is open from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm every
weekday. You can drop in to see them, call (01273) 876767, email [email protected]
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or make an appointment – just go onto your Sussex Direct site, click on your ‘Study’ tab and then on
‘Student Life Centre’.
Amongst the many issues the SLC can help you with are:
? Personal concerns affecting study progress or well-being;
? Funding and finance including scholarships, bursaries and hardship funds;
? Sources of help to improve academic performance – identifying obstacles to learning;
? Understanding university systems and regulations in relation to assessment, services,
complaints, conduct, and discipline;
? Progression, intermission and withdrawal processes - discussion and support;
? Referrals to other professional services on campus;
? Mitigating evidence help.
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