BA / BSc (Hons) in Professional Studies
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Programme Overview
The BSc (Hons) Professional Studies is a top-up qualification to our Level 4 & 5 Extended Diploma in Management which is a 240-credit course. A Professional Studies course is a great option if there isn't a degree course available in the subject you want to study. If what you study is related to science, you'll graduate with a BSc (Hons) degree.
On this BSc (Hons) Professional Studies Learning at Work course you'll develop transferable skills in your choice of subject. You can tailor the course to match your professional and personal aspirations and your employer's objectives.
The course is work based, so you'll need to be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role to do it. The way you learn is flexible, so you can study wherever is most convenient for you and schedule your studies around your existing commitments.
You'll get to put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job, contributing to the success of your company. When you complete the course, you'll improve your career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in your job.
Accredited by Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
LIBT Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which means you can apply for Chartered Manager through Fast-track status on completion of your studies. The students will also receive a CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practise.
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Online learning offers flexibility, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience, whether at home or on the go, as long as you have internet access.Our courses are delivered via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), ensuring you have 24/7 access to study materials. These include:
- Multimedia lectures featuring videos, animations, audio, and interactive content
- Discussion forums for peer interaction
- Live seminars and Q&A sessions with tutors
- A comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and journals
- Continuous support from academic staff and a dedicated Student Support team
Assessments
Assessment methods vary depending on the course, but most modules are evaluated through an assignment at the end of the module. These assignments may include written reports, reflective journals, live presentations, or other types of submissions depending on the course requirements.
We are committed to providing clear and timely feedback. You will always be aware of your current provisional grade through our transparent grading system, accessible at any time via the learning platform. Additionally, we offer a 7-day turnaround for marking and feedback. Regular support from both academic staff and the Student Support team is also available to help address any concerns throughout the assessment process.
Online learning experience
Your learning experience will be fully supported by high-quality materials and resources, all delivered through our advanced Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). You'll engage in a combination of directed and self-directed learning, as well as assessments, to build your knowledge and skills.
Directed learning includes tutor-led discussions, live seminars, interactive exercises, and multimedia content such as videos and lecturecasts. You’ll also have the opportunity to book appointments with tutors during their office hours.
Self-directed learning involves independent research, wider reading, and further exploration of the subject area to enhance your understanding.
In addition, you'll spend time preparing and completing assignments that contribute to your overall assessment. Typically, you should dedicate 15-20 hours per module, per week to stay on track.
About Anglia Ruskin University
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Entry Requirements
Entry to Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
- Learners who have demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 3 or high school equivalent award.
- Should be at least 18 years old.
Entry to Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
- Completion of Level 4.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is through coursework.
Course Duration
This course isn't tied to the University's timetables or academic calendar. Learners can work & complete the course at his/her own pace.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning is the recognition of non-certified learning towards a full unit or a qualification. You are able to gain credits using your previous regulated or unregulated qualifications or work experience. You can submit your CV for an evaluation of the RPL eligibility here.
Recognition of Prior Learning is the recognition of non-certified learning towards a full unit or a qualification. You are able to gain credits using your previous regulated or unregulated qualifications or work experience. You can submit your CV and supporting documents for an evaluation.
Programme Delivery
The academic courses at the London Institute of Business & Technology are delivered using a "Blended Learning" format, which allows students to pursue their desired qualifications at their own pace. Our feature-rich Learning Management System provides easy access to Virtual Class recordings, textbooks, multimedia content, and other resources, as well as unlimited on-demand tutoring free of charge. Our tutors can be reached via email, phone, Google Meet, or any other preferred channel of your choice.
Qualification Structure and Requirements
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- An easy monthly payment plan is available, allowing you to spread the cost throughout your studies.
- Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront. Enter the promo code "5FULLPAY" at checkout.
- Scholarships may be available for international students living in certain regions outside the UK.
- A 10% corporate discount is offered when three or more of your employees enrol with us.
The corporate discount is applicable only when the company covers the payment, and it must be paid in full upfront.
Our course fees are all-inclusive, covering all teaching materials and required reading, with no additional charges for assessments or resits.
All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the cost of my programme?
- All course material, including online modules and written assignments
- Personal tutor support with online sessions
- Dedicated student support
- Access to an online community learning forum
- Assignment marking and feedback
Am I eligible for this programme?
You are eligible if you meet our stipulated entry requirements.
Will there be an interview?
There is no interview process.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Membership
Optional Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Qualifications
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Level 4 Modules
BUS401 - Communications in Organisations
Communication is the key to effective operations and working effectively with others. Throughout this module, learners will grasp a range of communication techniques used for a variety of commercial purposes.
BUS402 - Leadership and the Organisation
To look at the important function of management which helps to maximize efficiency and to achieve organizational goals.
BUS403 - Financial Awareness
In this module, learners will compare and contrast some examples of good and bad financial decision making and the impact on the business.
BUS404 - Managing Change
To provide the learner with an understanding of the key concepts of managing change and knowledge in a business setting.
BUS405 - Business Operations
This module looks at the administration of business practices to create the highest level of efficiency possible within an organization.
BUS406 - Developing Teams
This module aims to develop project management skills for a work-based team project by implementing the different stages of project development, implementation and review.
Level 5 Modules
BUS501 - Customer Management
This module looks on the systems, processes and applications needed to manage the customer relationship.
BUS502 - Business Development
This module focuses on the creation of long-term value for an organization from customers, markets, and relationships.
BUS503 - Effective Decision Making
Learners will complete exercises in effective decision making throughout this module to equip with the right skills to make good decisions as the leaders.
BUS504 - Responding to the Changing Business Environment
The aim of this module is to enable learners to understand the range of performance measures needed to analyse and determine business environment, and the change processes that can then be used to improve organisational performance.
BUS505 - Risk Management and Organisations
This module focuses on the process of identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organization's capital and earnings and to prepare for the unexpected by minimizing risks and extra costs before they happen.
BUS506 - Business Models and Growing Organisations
This module looks at the business models to create the growth of the organisatons and rationalizing of how organisations create, deliver, and capture values, in economic, social, cultural or other contexts.
Bachelor's Top-up Modules
To obtain this degree you need to accumulate a total of 360 credits. You can get these credits in 3 ways:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You can get credit for the qualifications you already have, such as a business-based Foundation degree, HNC, HND or international equivalent. You may also be able to get credit for relevant business-based work experience.
This is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). You can use RPL for up to 240 (two thirds) of the 360 credits you need to get your degree.
Contact us to find out if you can receive RPL credit for your current qualifications or work experience.
Work-based learning (WBL) projects
Most of your learning will come from work-based learning (WBL) projects. These are projects that are valuable to your employer, which you complete at work. For example, developing an IT solution for your organisation. You'll research, analyse and present a well-reasoned recommendation to your employer as a professional report.
These projects won't involve activities you do in your day-to-day job as they need to involve new learning for you. You'll do most of the work for these projects in your normal working hours.
Taught modules
You can study campus-based or distance learning modules to expand your knowledge and understanding or to develop new skills in a more structured way.
We'll also encourage you to take modules that develop your longer-term transferable skills. Previous students have studied modules such as Strategic Organisational Excellence and Business Transformation through Quality Management.
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry and some optional modules may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.