BA Accounting and Management

Title:

Management Information

Code:

AC107

Convenor:

DR Alisher Erkaboev

Summary:

This module introduces management accounting concepts and techniques that assist managers with their organisational decision making, planning, control and performance evaluation. Management accounting provides information which supports business decisions and the course will demonstrate the techniques used by management accountants in the ways that they consider costs and revenues and their measurement; how profit is calculated and what information can be used to inform decisions made over the short and long term. The module also examines the way in which budgets are created and are used within businesses and the techniques used to assess their performance. 

This module is delivered at the University of Reading,  the Beijing Institute of Technology and the University of Reading Malaysia.

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Class test 20%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Introduction to Business

Code:

AC109

Convenor:

DR Maggie Cooper

Summary:

This module introduces students to different aspects of 'business' and aims to develop academic and professional skills that will be applied at university and in the workplace.

This module is delivered at the University of Reading, the University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology.

Assessment Method:

Set exercise 100%

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Title:

Introduction to Accounting

Code:

AC110

Convenor:

MR Leon Coopasamy

Summary:

An introduction to double-entry bookkeeping and the preparation of financial statements for sole traders and limited companies.

This module is delivered at the University of Reading, University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology.

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Class test 20%

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Title:

Business in Practice: Data analytics

Code:

MM1F28

Convenor:

DR Markos Kyritsis

Summary:

Acquiring, managing, and analysing data is an important business activity that allows organisations to make strategic use of their data assets. Analysing historical data can give companies insight on how to optimise a wide range of functions related to accounting and management. Furthermore, constructing predictive models can facilitate the process of classifying future events and making informed data-driven decisions. This introductory module aims to expose students to key concepts in data analytics by introducing two stages of data analytics (a) descriptive analytics and (b) predictive analytics, as well as visualisation techniques for qualitatively summarising data.

The focus of this module will be less on the underlying mathematical and statistical concepts and more on forming a working knowledge of the methods and assumptions for using statistical methods given certain parameters. Key concepts that will be covered include: types of data; types of distributions (with an emphasis on the normal distribution); analysing the differences between means using parametric and non-parametric tests; regression models; and data visualisation. The workshops will give students experience in using an industry standard programming language, as well as GUI-based tools, thus providing them with the opportunity to choose the most appropriate method for their own future employability needs.

This module is delivered at the University of Reading and the University of Reading Malaysia

Assessment Method:

Report 50%, Class test 50%

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Title:

Developing Professional Excellence

Code:

MM1F29

Convenor:

DR Can Ererdi

Summary:

The module focuses on developing students’ understanding of the graduate and placement recruitment process from the perspective of the candidate as well as the recruiter and the organisations. For that purpose, the module draws on the skills and learning from the first two terms to provide students with an experience of the recruitment process, beginning to end. The module will enable the students to use their learning so far to appreciate the role of recruitment, the context of different organisations (businesses and sectors) and implications for different talent management strategies and needs, the rationale for employing certain process and procedures to secure a high-performing and engaged workforce. 
The students will also be encouraged to reflect on their own careers.  The module offers a combination of practical and applied elements as well as more conceptual and academic aspects. As a result, it enables the students to obtain a broad range of knowledge while allowing them to actively reflect on their career, employability and apply to their immediate experience. 

The Module is designed to be delivered in the summer of part 1, ahead of placement applications. Therefore, it equips the students to make better choices and improved applications, to strengthen the students’ success rate of obtaining successful placements and future jobs upon graduation. 

This module is delivered at University of Reading and University of Reading Malaysia.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

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Title:

Business in Practice: Data analytics

Code:

MM1F28

Convenor:

DR Markos Kyritsis

Summary:

Acquiring, managing, and analysing data is an important business activity that allows organisations to make strategic use of their data assets. Analysing historical data can give companies insight on how to optimise a wide range of functions related to accounting and management. Furthermore, constructing predictive models can facilitate the process of classifying future events and making informed data-driven decisions. This introductory module aims to expose students to key concepts in data analytics by introducing two stages of data analytics (a) descriptive analytics and (b) predictive analytics, as well as visualisation techniques for qualitatively summarising data.

The focus of this module will be less on the underlying mathematical and statistical concepts and more on forming a working knowledge of the methods and assumptions for using statistical methods given certain parameters. Key concepts that will be covered include: types of data; types of distributions (with an emphasis on the normal distribution); analysing the differences between means using parametric and non-parametric tests; regression models; and data visualisation. The workshops will give students experience in using an industry standard programming language, as well as GUI-based tools, thus providing them with the opportunity to choose the most appropriate method for their own future employability needs.

This module is delivered at the University of Reading and the University of Reading Malaysia

Assessment Method:

Report 50%, Class test 50%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Introductory Securities and Markets

Code:

IC101

Convenor:

MR John Chessher

Summary:

This module is delivered at the University of Reading and the University of Reading Malaysia

The module is in two halves. In the first half (first five weeks of term), we cover financial institutions, credit risk, maturity transformation and liquidity. We also cover the economics of banking and types of money including cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies. In the second five weeks, we focus on sustainable finance and its important contribution to achieving Net-Zero by 2050. Thus this second part focussed on the role of the finance industry in mitigating climate change impact and also covers social issues relevant to corporates and financial companies such as diversity, equality of pay for equal work, salary and bonus differentials etc.

Assessment Method:

Exam 60%, Class test 40%

Disclaimer:

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Title:

Introductory Economics for Business and Finance

Code:

IC103

Convenor:

DR Xi Li

Summary:

The module provides an introduction to micro- and macroeconomics for business students. It assumes no prior knowledge, instead providing a grounding in the subject enabling students to see how businesses are affected by developments in specific markets as well as by changes at the level of the entire economy. Students who have studied the subject before have the opportunity to stretch themselves in the discussion-based activities included in the seminars. 

This module is delivered at University of Reading, University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Class test 20%

Disclaimer:

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Title:

Ethics in Investment Management

Code:

IC105

Convenor:

MS Deepa Govindarajan Driver

Summary:

Ethics in Investment Management offers a series of inter-linked, discussion-driven seminars and lectures that explore the ethical conflicts encountered by the investment management and finance professionals and firms. Students are encouraged to reflect on financialization and the impact of unethical behaviour on trading partners, customers, financial markets and wider stakeholders. The implications of unethical behaviour for civil society and the real economy are given particular attention and emphasis within this module. The module also helps students develop critical thinking and employability skills. Some of the topics covered in this module feature in the CFA ethics syllabus. Although the module materials and CFA ethics codes and standards are intended to be mutually reinforcing, this module should not be seen as an alternative to specialist training for the CFA exams.

Assessment Method:

Exam 65%, Assignment 25%, Project 10%

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Title:

General Introduction to Law

Code:

LW1A05

Convenor:

MS Sharon Sinclair-Graham

Summary:

This is a ten week course which provides students with an introduction to the English legal system, the law of contract and some aspects of the law of tort. This module is delivered at University of Reading and the University of Reading Malaysia.

Assessment Method:

Exam 100%

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Title:

Introduction to Business Law

Code:

LW1A06

Convenor:

MRS Elizabeth Conaghan

Summary:

To provide students with an introduction to the foundations of English law as it impacts upon business and professional services: agency law, company and insolvency law, criminal law, the law relating to information and its legal environment, employment and social security law. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 100%

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Title:

Business Finance

Code:

AC203

Convenor:

DR Yang Liu

Summary:

This module introduces the theory and practise of business finance.

This module is delivered at University of Reading and Beijing Institute of Technology.

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Class test 20%

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Title:

Financial Accounting

Code:

AC206

Convenor:

MRS Helen De Felice

Summary:

This module builds on the knowledge acquired in AC110, Introduction to Accounting, with regards to the preparation of financial statements for single entities, it introduces students to various International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in the preparation of financial statements. It also introduces the preparation of consolidation of financial statements.

This module is also delivered at the University of Reading Malaysia.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 20%, Set exercise 10%

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Title:

Further Management Accounting

Code:

AC220

Convenor:

MR Tony Graham

Summary:

This module builds upon the foundations of management accounting established in AC107 Management Information by developing a critical understanding of the main concepts and ideas underlying management control systems. 

This module is delivered at University of Reading, University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Assignment 20%

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Title:

Management Skills

Code:

MM256

Convenor:

MISS Olena Khlystova

Summary:

The module is focused on guidance and support in developing students' employability, including improving the likelihood of securing their Placement or first job. Key areas of the job application process as well as successful navigation of the contemporary business environment and the students’ future working environment are covered. It offers a combination of practical and applied elements as well as more conceptual and academic aspects. As a result, it enables the students to obtain a broad range of knowledge while allowing them to actively reflect on their career, employability and apply to their immediate experience.

The Module is designed to be delivered in the autumn. The lectures and seminars will run in parallel with the placement application process, therefore providing students with further support.

The module content, as well as delivery style, are designed to strengthen the students’ success rate of obtaining successful placements and future jobs upon graduation – fostering an in-depth understanding of the recruitment and development process. 

This module is delivered at University of Reading and Beijing Institute of Technology.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 50%, Portfolio 50%

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Title:

Business Strategy for Accountants

Code:

AC213

Convenor:

MS Helen Crofts

Summary:

This module is designed to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills acquired in the prerequisite modules through their application to real-world business problems and case study scenarios. This module aims to provide students with an understanding of how organisations develop and implement business strategy, and to apply and evaluate that knowledge. At the end of the module, students should have a good understanding of the external and internal environment of the firm and how they influence strategic decision making.

This module is also delivered at University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Oral 20%

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Title:

Personal Tax

Code:

AC221

Convenor:

MRS Alice Bowen

Summary:

This module introduces students to the main areas of UK taxes affecting individuals, including income tax, capital gains tax, national insurance, inheritance tax and the UK tax system.

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Assurance in Context

Code:

AC222

Convenor:

MS Rhianydd Dow

Summary:

This module introduces students to the nature and purpose of audit and assurance, and offers a practical understanding of the work undertaken by assurance providers. 

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Marketing Essentials

Code:

MM218

Convenor:

MR Alex Scher-Smith

Summary:

Marketing Essentials (MM218) is a foundation module in Marketing. It provides students with an overview of Marketing as an academic subject, a key area of corporate activity and a fundamental component of a business strategy. The module discusses and analyses marketing theories, as well as strategic marketing tools and techniques used in the business world. Students are encouraged to engage actively and critically with the theoretical and empirical contents of the module through weekly pre recorded lectures, live interactive sessions with guest speakers and small-group tutorials. Moreover, students are expected to demonstrate an ability to integrate marketing theories, strategic tools and business practice in their coursework and exam papers. 

The module addresses the essential analyses required to develop a marketing strategy, including assessing the competitive arena, customers, market trends and organisational capabilities. The core decisions within marketing strategy are explored, including the selection of opportunities to pursue, target market selection, creating a competitive advantage and brand positioning. The execution of a marketing strategy through the ingredients of the marketing mix is also overviewed. Increasingly leadership teams of businesses are harnessing these marketing analyses and marketing strategy concepts, as they seek to update their corporate strategies, enhance shareholder value and strive to compete successfully in growth markets.

This module is delivered at University of Reading (Whiteknights Campus), and at University of Reading Malaysia.

Assessment Method:

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Title:

An Introduction to the Management of Information Systems

Code:

MM258

Convenor:

DR Stephen Gulliver

Summary:

This module considers management of business focused Information Systems (IS), and introduces students to the interplay of management, organisational and information technology IS dimensions. It covers enterprise applications and allows students to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between company information infrastructures and business capability. This module is delivered at both University of Reading (Spring) and Beijing Institute of Technology (Autumn). 

Assessment Method:

Assignment 60%, Report 40%

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Title:

Branding Theory and Practice

Code:

MM299

Convenor:

DR Irute Karanicholas

Summary:

Brands are some of the most valuable assets managed by companies today. Strong brands have a major influence on purchase decisions and help companies achieve sustainable competitive advantage. This module follows on from Marketing Essentials (MM218) and focuses on two key issues within Marketing: Branding and the preparation of a Branding orientated project. This Project provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts and tools acquired in MM218 and MM299 in a creative and challenging team task. Guidance for this task is provided through the term. The lectures explore and discuss theories and business practice related to building and managing strong brands.

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Trends in Finance

Code:

IC207

Convenor:

DR Antony Moore

Summary:

This module encourages students to contextualise current issues and debates in finance by placing them within the historical evolution of finance, and to develop and express their own ideas through coursework essays and in-class discussions.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 90%, Oral 10%

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Title:

Sustainable Finance

Code:

IC209

Convenor:

DR Dina Ghanma

Summary:

This module covers the basics of Sustainable Finance, covering applications in financing and investment activities. The Environmental, Social and Governance factors are covered, and the relevant policies and international regulations are discussed. 

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Environmental Economics

Code:

IC210

Convenor:

DR Antony Moore

Summary:

This module has two broad parts: The first part provides an overview of the consensus on climate change, including the scientific basis, likely impacts on society and the economy, and both ,  international agreements and national commitments to reduce CO2 emissions. The second part of the module focuses on the potential role of the financial sector in mitigating and managing Climate Change, covering market-based responses as well as regulatory interventions..

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Banking Law

Code:

LW2BA

Convenor:

DR Folashade Adeyemo

Summary:

Students undertaking this module will cultivate their understanding of banking law in the UK. It will provide students with the opportunity of developing important concepts such as the banker and customer relationship, the duty of banks to maintain confidentiality and other banking law issues arising from transactions.

Assessment Method:

Exam 40%, Assignment 50%, Oral 10%

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Title:

Advanced Management Accounting

Code:

AC302

Convenor:

MR Edward Tew

Summary:

This module builds on the concepts and techniques of management accounting introduced in AC201 and AC220. Management accounting may be seen as a way of providing information in three main areas: costing, decision-making, and planning and control. The emphasis of this module will mainly be on the last two areas (i.e., decision making and planning and control). In reality, however, it is often difficult to separate any one area from the other two. For example, standard costing provides costing information which is then used as a tool for planning and control.

?This module is also delivered at University of Reading Malaysia. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

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Title:

Advanced International Financial Reporting

Code:

AC312

Convenor:

DR Lei Tao

Summary:

This module looks closely at a number of international financial reporting standards and at the preparation of consolidated financial statements. It also undertakes a critical appraisal of some current and/or theoretical issues in financial reporting. The module is designed for students who have a significant prior knowledge of financial reporting. 

This module is delivered at the University of Reading UK, University of Reading Malaysia and the Beijing Institute of technology.

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Assignment 20%

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Title:

Business and Professional Ethics

Code:

AC313

Convenor:

MS Rhianydd Dow

Summary:

An introduction to the moral norms of international accounting and financial management, the ethical choices to which they give rise and the resources on which such choices can be based. 

This module is also delivered at University of Reading Malaysia and Beijing Institute of Technology.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 70%, Oral 30%

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Title:

Advanced Management Accounting

Code:

AC302

Convenor:

MR Edward Tew

Summary:

This module builds on the concepts and techniques of management accounting introduced in AC201 and AC220. Management accounting may be seen as a way of providing information in three main areas: costing, decision-making, and planning and control. The emphasis of this module will mainly be on the last two areas (i.e., decision making and planning and control). In reality, however, it is often difficult to separate any one area from the other two. For example, standard costing provides costing information which is then used as a tool for planning and control.

?This module is also delivered at University of Reading Malaysia. 

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Advanced Business Finance

Code:

AC303

Convenor:

DR Dan Zhou

Summary:

The module aims to provide an analytical framework for an understanding of the firm’s major financial decisions by considering the theoretical models that explain these decisions. It develops the knowledge, understanding and skills of financial management introduced in AC203, Business Finance

This module is delivered at University of Reading and Beijing Institute of Technology

Assessment Method:

Exam 80%, Class test 20%

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Title:

Accounting Project

Code:

AC317

Convenor:

DR Maggie Cooper

Summary:

Students engage in a guided, independent study over two terms in their final year. The objective is to produce a long piece of written research (a ‘Project’), which engages in-depth with a chosen topic in accounting with direction from an academic supervisor.

Assessment Method:

Project 100%

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Title:

Business Tax

Code:

AC319

Convenor:

MRS Clare Bentata

Summary:

This module builds on the knowledge acquired in AC221 Personal Tax and introduces students to the main areas of UK taxes applicable to businesses, including income tax, capital gains tax, corporation tax, national insurance and VAT. 

Assessment Method:

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Title:

Institutions and Emerging Firms

Code:

MM308

Convenor:

DR Denise Tsang

Summary:

As the global economic dominance shifts away from the USA and Europe, an understanding of firms originating from emerging economies is essential. This module aims to introduce frameworks that allow description and understanding of national institutions and competitive dynamics related to emerging economies such as China, Russia, Brazil, India and South Africa. It aims to explore the features of emerging economies firms, their continuities and changes, as well as the associated opportunities and risks in relation to their business operation. The module aims to provide students with an understanding of how managers can address challenges of different national institutions in product markets, labour markets and financial markets in the face of competition.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 15%, Oral 15%

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Title:

Information systems and digital business

Code:

MM3101

Convenor:

PROF Keiichi Nakata

Summary:

Information systems are the means by which people and organisations, utilising technologies, gather, process, store, use and disseminate information. Digital business makes effective use of information systems to enable organisations to create value throughout the value chain. This module covers key concepts, theories, techniques, and issues in developing information systems solutions for digital business. It emphasises the importance of aligning business and IT strategies through an understanding of the structure and function of information processed by IT systems from both business and technical perspectives. 

This module is delivered at University of Reading, and University of Reading Malaysia. 

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

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Title:

Managing Service Operations

Code:

MM3102

Convenor:

MR Nigel Spinks

Summary:

This module covers key concepts and theories within the area of service operations management. It is designed to introduce students to the particular challenges facing service organisations in an era where services contribute more to gross domestic product (GDP) than manufacturing. This module is designed to provide the theoretical and practical grounding for those students wanting to work within service organisations or service business units within manufacturing organisations.  

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

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Title:

International Marketing

Code:

MM335

Convenor:

DR Gaye Bebek

Summary:

Most organisations out-grow their domestic markets and are faced with challenges in opening export opportunities and spreading their operations internationally. In an increasingly digital era, trading across geographic and political borders is ever more commonplace. While these options provide growth for organisations, they also present significant hurdles. This module discusses the reasons for operating outside the domestic market, explores the analyses necessary before selecting entry strategies and deciding on an international?marketing strategy, and considers the implications for marketing operations of organisations trading across cultures. 

?This module is also delivered at University of Reading Malaysia. 

Assessment Method:

Assignment 60%, Oral 40%

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Title:

Strategic Human Resource Management

Code:

MM339

Convenor:

DR Chul Chung

Summary:

This is an advanced module in Strategic Human Resource Management, which examines how companies manage people at work, and appraises the relationships between strategy, HRM and performance.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

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Title:

International Human Resource Management

Code:

MM340

Convenor:

DR Rita Fontinha

Summary:

This module examines how practices of managing human resources could be different across countries and explores companies’ approaches to managing their human resources in an international business context.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

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Title:

Social Enterprise

Code:

MM379

Convenor:

DR Amal Ahmadi

Summary:

This is an interactive and practical module aiming to give students a comprehensive introduction to the social enterprise sector. 

Assessment Method:

Assignment 60%, Oral 40%

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Title:

Project Management

Code:

MM396

Convenor:

MR Nigel Spinks

Summary:

Projects have become an important mode of organising work in many organisations and industries in response to the need to develop and deliver complex one-off goods and services and to manage change initiatives. This module is designed to provide the theoretical and practical grounding for those working in and leading projects. The assignment includes project-based group activities to develop critical understanding of tools and techniques in practice.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Oral 15%, Project 15%

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Title:

Private Equity and Venture Capital

Code:

IC309

Convenor:

DR Keith Arundale

Summary:

The objective of the Private Equity and Venture Capital module, which is delivered at the ICMA Centre, is to develop students’ appreciation of the practical aspects of investing by private equity and venture capital firms, understanding the dynamics between the venture capital investor and the entrepreneur, and also the practicalities of raising PE&VC funds from institutional investors. The focus of the module is on venture capital and high-growth ventures from the viewpoints of both the entrepreneur or management team and of the investing institution (general partner), although private equity as a whole is covered (including management buyout transactions) as well as the relationship between the private equity or venture capital firm and its own investors (limited partner institutions). This is a highly practical module; extensive use will be made of case studies and a group project in addition to guest seminars from invited experienced practitioners and entrepreneurs.

Assessment Method:

Exam 60%, Assignment 40%

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Title:

Company Law

Code:

LW3CO

Convenor:

DR Folashade Adeyemo

Summary:

This module aims to introduce students to the fundamental principles of company law in England and Wales, exploring key areas relating to the formation, structure, operation and activities of companies, and examining the regulation of companies. Students will engage deeply with case law, legislation and legal reform, and will consider the law from a range of perspectives including business needs and pressures, theoretical bases for corporate regulation, and policy considerations.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Commercial Law

Code:

LW3COM

Convenor:

MRS Elizabeth Conaghan

Summary:

This module aims to introduce module members to some of the fundamental principles of commercial law through a critical examination of, and engagement with, relevant case law, legislation, business practice, academic work, historical influences, economic drivers and public policy.  It focuses primarily on the study of the law surrounding contracts for the sale of goods although module members will also be introduced to the concept and law of agency. The module builds on module members' knowledge of contract law and it aims to equip students with a critical appreciation of some of the central themes and pillars of commercial law. The focus is on the law relevant to commercial transactions in England and Wales, although comparative and transnational perspectives will be drawn upon from time to time.

Assessment Method:

Exam 70%, Assignment 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.