ACCT 412 International audit standards
(3) Credit Hours
This course is considered complementary to the material of auditing and auditing as it moves the student from the knowledge of the profession of audit and the requirements of its practice and the responsibilities of the auditor and his duties, and attached this article to the law of some standards of audit with the practical applications of these standards such as internal control and evidence and procedures Audit of the processes related to revenues, expenses and related accounts, and then explain the standard of the report on the results of the audit
Course Code |
ACCT 412 |
Course Title |
International audit standards |
Pre-requisite |
مبادئ المحاسبة (2) – ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course is considered complementary to the material of auditing and auditing as it moves the student from the knowledge of the profession of audit and the requirements of its practice and the responsibilities of the auditor and his duties, and attached this article to the law of some standards of audit with the practical applications of these standards such as internal control and evidence and procedures Audit of the processes related to revenues, expenses and related accounts, and then explain the standard of the report on the results of the audit |
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ACCT350 Accounting for banks and financial institutions
(3) Credit Hours
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about the field of banking, banking operations, methods and accounting processes related to them.
Course Code |
ACCT350 |
Course Title |
Accounting for banks and financial institutions |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about the field of banking, banking operations, methods and accounting processes related to them. |
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ACC300 Accounting Information Systems
(4) Credit Hours
This course is the first module to introduce the domain of information systems in accounting. This is a Level 6 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained through Levels 4 and 5 accounting modules. Thus, it is strongly recommended that students study this course after studying Financial/Management accounting (B291 and B292).
Course Code |
ACC300 |
Course Title |
Accounting Information Systems |
Pre-requisite |
B291 and B292 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
This course is the first module to introduce the domain of information systems in accounting. This is a Level 6 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained through Levels 4 and 5 accounting modules. Thus, it is strongly recommended that students study this course after studying Financial/Management accounting (B291 and B292). |
Course Objectives |
This course is designed to present an understanding of accounting information systems and their role in the accounting environment. Particular attention is paid to transaction cycles and internal control structure. The three broad aims of the course are to provide students with:
- an understanding of the purpose and role of accounting information systems within contemporary organisations.
- an awareness of the way in which internal controls and technology interrelate with accounting information systems.
an understanding of the real-life problems of designing, implementing and using accounting information systems and its sub-cycles.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Explain what an accounting information system is and describe
the basic function it performs. A2: Demonstrate understanding of the role and importance of
accounting information systems in the various types of business and other
organisations. A3. Identify information system documentation techniques and their
use to understand, evaluate, and document an accounting information systems. A4. Explain the difference between database and file-based
systems. A5: Discuss the relational database systems and informatively
analyse and interpret accountant’s role of database systems development. A6: Describe the basic business activities and related data
processing operations performed in the accounting cycles. A7: Identify and explain control procedures. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Review and illustrate the purpose, context and functions of
accounting information systems in business practices. B2: Critically assess the impact and effective use of information
systems in organisations for competitive advantage. B3: Explain, analyse and apply the mechanism of system
documentation techniques in the accounting cycle. B4. Compare approaches to AIS including Enterprise Information,
Enterprise Resource Planning, etc. B5- Formulate a vision of the future and explain the evolving
importance of AIS and Internal Controls due to the guidance and direction of
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) pronouncements.
C. Practical and professional skills C1: Prepare system documentation, and use data flow diagrams and
flowcharts to understand, evaluate, and document information systems. C2: Design, implement, and effectively use relational database
systems using MS-Access
D. Key transferable skills. D1: Crucial participating in systems analysis and design.
D2: Accounting systems
are studied from an accounting cycles perspective, emphasizing the nature and
relevance of accounting internal controls and the relationship of accounting
systems to the functional areas of accounting.
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ACC302 Principles of Auditing & Assurance Services
(4) Credit Hours
The course describes the role of the public accountant, professional standards, professional ethics, legal liability, audit evidence and documentation, audit planning internal control, audit sampling & procedures to audit the financial statements. This course thus aims to provide an introduction to the principles and practices of auditing.
It provides students with a sound understanding of fundamental auditing concepts and procedures, and the application of auditing standards. Accordingly, the course provides a foundation for students, who intend pursuing a specialised pathway in the auditing profession, as well as those who will pursue careers in accounting and other disciplines where principles of risk assessment, systems control and evaluation, and transaction testing are important. While the course focuses mainly on the practical application of an external financial audit.
Course Code |
ACC302 |
Course Title |
Principles of Auditing & Assurance Services |
Pre-requisite |
B291 and B292 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The course describes the role of the public accountant, professional standards, professional ethics, legal liability, audit evidence and documentation, audit planning internal control, audit sampling & procedures to audit the financial statements. This course thus aims to provide an introduction to the principles and practices of auditing.
It provides students with a sound understanding of fundamental auditing concepts and procedures, and the application of auditing standards. Accordingly, the course provides a foundation for students, who intend pursuing a specialised pathway in the auditing profession, as well as those who will pursue careers in accounting and other disciplines where principles of risk assessment, systems control and evaluation, and transaction testing are important. While the course focuses mainly on the practical application of an external financial audit. |
Course Objectives |
This is an AOU based course. The goals of the providers of information may run somewhat counter to those of the users of information. Accordingly there is recognition of the social need for independent public accountants-individuals of professional competence and integrity who can tell us whether the information that we use constitutes a fair picture of what is really going on. On successful completion of BS312 course, students should be able to: 1) Determine an understanding of Certified Public Accountants, Professional standards, and Fundamental audit concepts. 2) Apply a range of audit procedures. 3) Apply auditing standards. 4) Demonstrate an understanding of the legal context within which auditing occurs.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1 : Awareness and
understanding of the role of the public accountant , audit standards, ethics ,
liability , audit evidence , documentation , audit planning, internal control ,
audit sampling A2: Demonstrate the ability to audit financial statements based on
the standards and procedures A3: Audit
of The Sales and Collection Cycle. A4: Audit of The Acquisition and Payment
Cycle B. Cognitive
skills B1: Understand the purpose of auditing and be able to investigate
and identify procedures Plan the audit, investigate evidence & identify
procedures. B2: Acquire understanding of the audit standards and how to apply
them in the audit process B3: Be able to distinguish between the different
types of audit reports and which report is mostly applicable for each
situation. B4: Be able to identify the environmental influences that might
impact the auditor’s plan and opinion. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Perform basic audit based on auditing standards & GAAP. C2: Perform audit procedures C3: Establish a relationship between the audit process and
environmental influences D. Key transferable skills. D1: Select appropriate procedures for auditing financial statement
accounts D2: Prepare an audit program of a typical firm
D3: Ability to dig out
evidence from a variety of sources in order to achieve the specific audit
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ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting (1)
(3) Credit Hours
This is a foundational course aimed at developing concepts related to accounting principles; Financial statements
Course Code |
ACCT 201 |
Course Title |
Principles of Accounting (1) |
Pre-requisite |
- |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This is a foundational course aimed at developing concepts related to accounting principles; Financial statements |
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ACCT 202 Accounting Principles (2)
(3) Credit Hours
This is a complementary course to the Accounting Principles 1 course (ACCT201) which is designed to enable students to develop their understanding of several accounting matters and through their dealings with financial processes in accounting. The course focuses on key topics such as: accounting adjustments; receivables; inventory; fixed assets; closing accounts.
Course Code |
ACCT 202 |
Course Title |
Accounting Principles (2) |
Pre-requisite |
- |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This is a complementary course to the Accounting Principles 1 course (ACCT201) which is designed to enable students to develop their understanding of several accounting matters and through their dealings with financial processes in accounting. The course focuses on key topics such as: accounting adjustments; receivables; inventory; fixed assets; closing accounts. |
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ACCT 402 Audit
(3) Credit Hours
This program is considered to introduce the student to new concepts after obtaining a set of knowledge in financial accounting, management and costs, and aims to develop other new concepts for the student related to the concept of auditing financial statements prepared on scientific basis in financial accounting, This course is considered a prelude to the student about the profession of auditing if he learns through it the concept of audit and the requirements of practicing the profession and the rules of the behaviors of this profession and the duties and responsibilities of these professions in addition to the first stage of the audit stages which is acceptance of the task of auditing and planning
Course Code |
ACCT 402 |
Course Title |
Audit |
Pre-requisite |
- |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This program is considered to introduce the student to new concepts after obtaining a set of knowledge in financial accounting, management and costs, and aims to develop other new concepts for the student related to the concept of auditing financial statements prepared on scientific basis in financial accounting, This course is considered a prelude to the student about the profession of auditing if he learns through it the concept of audit and the requirements of practicing the profession and the rules of the behaviors of this profession and the duties and responsibilities of these professions in addition to the first stage of the audit stages which is acceptance of the task of auditing and planning |
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ACCT 420 Topics specializing in international accounting
(3) Credit Hours
1. To discuss the arguments of causes of international differences
2. To discuss the arguments for and against international harmonization of financial reporting, and the main efforts on this issue
3. To discuss the major differences between IFRS and U.S.GAAP.
Course Code |
ACCT 420 |
Course Title |
Topics specializing in international accounting |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT 413 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
1. To discuss the arguments of causes of international differences
2. To discuss the arguments for and against international harmonization of financial reporting, and the main efforts on this issue
3. To discuss the major differences between IFRS and U.S.GAAP. |
Course Objectives |
The main aims of this
subject are to discuss the arguments for and against international harmonization
of financial reporting, and the main efforts on this issue and to discuss the major differences between IFRS
and U.S.GAAP.
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ACCT 430 Field training
(3) Credit Hours
Training the student in one of the financial institutions or in the accounting and financial departments, which gave the student the ability to link academic achievements with the practical reality.
Course Code |
ACCT 430 |
Course Title |
Field training |
Pre-requisite |
موافقة المرشد الاكاديمي واكمال 81 ساعة |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
Training the student in one of the financial institutions or in the accounting and financial departments, which gave the student the ability to link academic achievements with the practical reality. |
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ACCT250 Computer Accounting Applications
(3) Credit Hours
This course is an introductory course of computer accounting with QuickBooks Pro Software. In this course students learn how to apply fundamental accounting concepts and principles and analyze business events with the use of a computer accounting program for commercial business enterprise, including setting up a new company and chart of accounts; recording transactions with customers, vendors and employees; managing lists; running reports and customizing them; changing forms and generating letters.
Course Code |
ACCT250 |
Course Title |
Computer Accounting Applications |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT 201 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course is an introductory course of computer accounting with QuickBooks Pro Software. In this course students learn how to apply fundamental accounting concepts and principles and analyze business events with the use of a computer accounting program for commercial business enterprise, including setting up a new company and chart of accounts; recording transactions with customers, vendors and employees; managing lists; running reports and customizing them; changing forms and generating letters. |
Course Objectives |
The main aims and objectives of this course are : • Recognize different types of business industries • Interpret the accounting workflow within QuickBooks 2014 • Analyze and record business transactions • Produce and interpret financial reports • Process and analyze Accounts Receivable and Account Payable • Prepare and record Payroll for a business • Use General Journal Entries for adjusting entries • Create a new company file, using various methods
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Course Outcomes |
A Knowledge and Understanding A1: Demonstrate understanding of the role and
importance of computer based accounting in the various types of business and
other organisations A2: Demonstrate understanding of the accounting for Accounts Receivable, inventories, Account Payable and other accounts using
accounting software A3: Demonstrate understanding of the computer based accounting transactional
process cycle.
A4: Demonstrate the ability to prepare financial statements based on
application of accounting concepts using QuickBooks
Pro Accounting
B Cognitive Skills B1: Review and illustrate the purpose, context of computer
accounting for business practices B2: Explain, analyse and apply the mechanism of double-entry bookkeeping
and the accounting cycle in a computer based invironment. B3. Explain and interpret
the purpose, form and content of the computer-based customre and vendors transactions . B4. Explain and review the relations between financial statements and other reports in a computer based invironment
C Practical and professional skills C1.
Design a computerized accounting system for merchandising and service
organizations. C2. Record information and Prepare related reports regarding inventory,
accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. C3.
Input data to record business transactions. C4.
Prepare financial statements and other
related reports for the business.
D Key/transferable skills D1: Use computer skills for the
purpose of bookkeeping, accounting and preparing/analysing financial
statements, including basic financial analysis.
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ACCT301 Accounting information systems
(3) Credit Hours
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about the components of accounting information systems; Human, funding cycle as well as control elements and models in the accounting information systems environment.
Course Code |
ACCT301 |
Course Title |
Accounting information systems |
Pre-requisite |
- |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about the components of accounting information systems; Human, funding cycle as well as control elements and models in the accounting information systems environment. |
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ACCT305 Cost accounting
(3) Credit Hours
This is a subsequent course based on the principles of accounting principles (1) (ACCT201) and accounting principles (ACCT202) where this course is one of the basic courses for accounting specialization. The course discusses the basic concepts and different types of costs. The course provides a clear explanation of the traditional and modern cost systems and methods of treating damaged, lost and flawed
Course Code |
ACCT305 |
Course Title |
Cost accounting |
Pre-requisite |
مبادئ المحاسبة 2 ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This is a subsequent course based on the principles of accounting principles (1) (ACCT201) and accounting principles (ACCT202) where this course is one of the basic courses for accounting specialization. The course discusses the basic concepts and different types of costs. The course provides a clear explanation of the traditional and modern cost systems and methods of treating damaged, lost and flawed |
Course Objectives |
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Course Outcomes |
A المعرفة والفهم : A1 إظهار القدرة على معرفة وفهم الانظمة المختلفة للتكاليف والفروقات بين
هذه الانظمة وعيوب ومميزات كل اسلوب من
الاساليب A2 اظهار القدرة على تصنيف التكاليف حسب الطرق المختلفة وفهم الغاية من
هذه التصنيفات والاستفادة منها في اتخاذ القرارات الملائمة A3 إظهار القدرة على تحديد اثر طريقة التكلفة الكلية والتكلفة المتغيرة
على ارباح الشركات والعلاقة بين صافي الربح حسب الطريقتين. B المهارات المعرفية B1 تحليل وتفسير المعلومات المالية . B2 شرح وتوضيح المعلومات المفصح عنها في كل قائمة
من القوائم المالية الأربعة الأساسية ،
والطريقة التي يتم فيها استخدام تلك المعلومات من قبل متخذي القرار المختلفين .
وفهم طبيعة عمل الشركة من القوائم المالية B3 تحليل انحرافات التكاليف وتحديد المسؤول عن كل انحراف B4 تسجيل العمليات المالية اللازمة لتحضير قائمة
تكلفة البضاعة تامة الصنع وكيفية تحضير القائمة وتحديد تكلفة الوحدة الواحدة. B5 شرح المعالجة المحاسبية لنظام التكاليف حسب طريقة
الاوامر الانتاجية والمراحل الانتاجية ونظام ABC C المهارات العملية والمهنية C1 تسجيل العمليات والأحداث الاقتصادية ، والاحتفاظ
بالسجلات المحاسبية . C2 استخدام الانظمة المختلفة للتكاليف لتسجيل
العمليات المالية وتحديد تكلفة الوحدة الواحدة C3 إعداد
القوائم المالية الأساسية طبقاً للمبادئ المحاسبية المتعارف عليها (GAAP). معالجة الفاقد والتالف والمعيب. C4تحضير القوائم والتقارير الخاصة بتحديد تكلفة الانتاج
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ACCT306 Administrative accounting
(3) Credit Hours
Administrative accounting is a specialized branch of accounting that seeks to introduce quantitative tools and methods for processing and preparing information to serve the administrative levels in the establishment. It also seeks to deepen the concepts of students for the role of administrative accounting in the fields of planning, control, decision-making, measurement and evaluation of performance, and administrative accounting prepares the necessary information to rationalize the various administrative levels of the establishment in the areas of planning, oversight and decision-making, and is done in This course is also a study of some of the most important topics in management accounting
Course Code |
ACCT306 |
Course Title |
Administrative accounting |
Pre-requisite |
محاسبة تكاليف ACCT305 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
Administrative accounting is a specialized branch of accounting that seeks to introduce quantitative tools and methods for processing and preparing information to serve the administrative levels in the establishment. It also seeks to deepen the concepts of students for the role of administrative accounting in the fields of planning, control, decision-making, measurement and evaluation of performance, and administrative accounting prepares the necessary information to rationalize the various administrative levels of the establishment in the areas of planning, oversight and decision-making, and is done in This course is also a study of some of the most important topics in management accounting |
Course Objectives |
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Course Outcomes |
A المعرفة والفهم : A1 إدراك ومعرفة دور المحاسبة الادارية في الشركات والمنظمات الأخرى ، و
كذلك معرفة النظرية للفرق بين المحاسبة
الادارية والمالية. A2 اظهار القدرة على تصنيف التكاليف حسب الطرق المختلفة وفهم الغاية من
هذه التصنيفات والاستفادة منها في اتخاذ القرارات الملائمة B المهارات المعرفية B1 عمل تصنيفات مختلفة للتكاليف B2 تحديد نقطة التعادل بالوحدات والنقود ، هامش
الامان B3 تحديد معلومات التكاليف والايرادات الملائمة لاتخاذ
القرار B4 التعرف على طرق التسعير B5 تقييم المشاريع الاستثمارية B6 عمل الموازنات التشغيلية B7 تحديد التكاليف باستخدام انظمة مختلفة B8 التعرف على مراكز المسؤولية وتقييم الاداء C المهارات العملية والمهنية C1 التعرف على طرق مختلفة لتقييم المشاريع
الاستثمارية C2 تحليل العلاقة بين الربح والتكلفة والحجم
للمساعدة باتخاذ القرار C3 اعداد
الموازنات التقديرية المختلفة D مهارات رئيسية قابلة للنقل D1 استخدام الرياضيات البسيطة
لأغراض حسابية لاحتساب وتحليل بعض المعادلات
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ACCT307 Government accounting
(3) Credit Hours
This course constitutes three credit hours as a mandatory requirement for accounting students in the Business School, and includes a theoretical and practical study of the government accounting system, and the basic rules of this system in Jordan, including the main pillar which is the general budget of the state, and the course deals with the accounting fundamentals Traditional and modern government: cash base, commitment basis, and adjusted maturity basis. The course also includes the theory of allocated funds, types of funds allocated, and methods of accounting. It also includes a presentation of government financial statements and final accounts. In this course, students are introduced to international accounting standards in the public sector (IPSAS) and the importance of their application in Arab countries.
Course Code |
ACCT307 |
Course Title |
Government accounting |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course constitutes three credit hours as a mandatory requirement for accounting students in the Business School, and includes a theoretical and practical study of the government accounting system, and the basic rules of this system in Jordan, including the main pillar which is the general budget of the state, and the course deals with the accounting fundamentals Traditional and modern government: cash base, commitment basis, and adjusted maturity basis. The course also includes the theory of allocated funds, types of funds allocated, and methods of accounting. It also includes a presentation of government financial statements and final accounts. In this course, students are introduced to international accounting standards in the public sector (IPSAS) and the importance of their application in Arab countries. |
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ACCT311 Auditing accounting information systems
(3) Credit Hours
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about auditing accounting information systems, functions, objectives, documentation tools, and structure, as well as control elements and models in the accounting information systems environment.
Course Code |
ACCT311 |
Course Title |
Auditing accounting information systems |
Pre-requisite |
نظم المعلومات المحاسبية |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course aims to develop concepts and skills about auditing accounting information systems, functions, objectives, documentation tools, and structure, as well as control elements and models in the accounting information systems environment. |
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ACCT320 Average accounting (1)
(3) Credit Hours
This course is a continuation of the process of determining profit and preparing financial statements by studying some of the advanced topics of accounting for investments in securities; Classified
Course Code |
ACCT320 |
Course Title |
Average accounting (1) |
Pre-requisite |
مبادئ المحاسبة (2) – ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course is a continuation of the process of determining profit and preparing financial statements by studying some of the advanced topics of accounting for investments in securities; Classified |
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ACCT322 Average accounting (2)
(3) Credit Hours
This course is a continuation of the profit-making process and the preparation of financial statements by examining some of the advanced topics of preparing the cash flow list; accounting for long-term construction contracts; accounting for financing leases; accounting for premium sales; and accounting for errors Accounting changes
Course Code |
ACCT322 |
Course Title |
Average accounting (2) |
Pre-requisite |
المحاسبة المتوسطة (1) – ACCT322 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course is a continuation of the profit-making process and the preparation of financial statements by examining some of the advanced topics of preparing the cash flow list; accounting for long-term construction contracts; accounting for financing leases; accounting for premium sales; and accounting for errors Accounting changes |
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ACCT330 Financial Statement Analysis
(3) Credit Hours
ACCT330 is an 3-credit, Level 3 course offered through the Accounting Program at the Arab Open University- Jordan Branch as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of ACCT322.
Course Code |
ACCT330 |
Course Title |
Financial Statement Analysis |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT322 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
ACCT330 is an 3-credit, Level 3 course offered through the Accounting Program at the Arab Open University- Jordan Branch as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of ACCT322. |
Course Objectives |
The course will prepare and help students in analyzing real company financial statements as follows: In Chapter 1, students immediately learn about the basic financial statements. At once they learn four basic financial analysis ratios, common-size analysis, and trend analysis. They will use these tools throughout the course. Chapters 2 through 5 cover the basic financial statements, with full chapters dedicated to the statement of cash flows and the statement of stockholders' equity. Chapter 6 deals with topics that are traditionally covered in the first accounting course, such as inventory and property, plant and equipment. Chapter 7, students learn the accounting cycle, with the debit-credit system, adjusting, and closing journal entries.
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Course Outcomes |
A Knowledge and Understanding A1 Use
accounting and business terminology, and understand the nature and purpose of
generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). A2 Explain
the objective of financial reporting, the elements of the financial statements,
and the related key accounting assumptions and principles. A3 Recognize the information conveyed
in each of the four basic financial statements and the way it is used by
investors, creditors, regulators, and managers B Cognitive skills B1 Research into accounting issues
relating to financial statement analysis, expertise and knowledge B2 Synthesise material from a variety
of sources in constructing arguments or describing financial analysis processes
B3 Evaluation and comparison of
competing companies. B4 Critical thinking, analysis, and
synthesis. C Practical and professional skills C1 The
ability to evaluate the nature of current assets including the measuring and
reporting of items such as short-term investments, receivables and bad debts,
inventory and costs of goods sold, and prepaid expenses. C4 The
application of course ideas to students’ own interactions with organisations
and life experiences. D
Key/transferable skills D1 Effective
communication, both orally and in writing, of information, arguments and ideas,
using language and styles appropriate for a business context and audience. D2 Effective performance in a team
environment both in face-to-face and/or virtual contexts. D3 Effective use of information and
communication technologies for business purposes.
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ACCT340 Tax accounting
(3) Credit Hours
This course includes topics in tax legislation in the field of income tax, sales tax and the applicable accounting aspects of that legislation, in terms of the general rules in the imposition of the tax and how to calculate and declare it and the following procedures, and the resulting vat, fines and penalties. Under the provisions of the laws in force.
Course Code |
ACCT340 |
Course Title |
Tax accounting |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT 322 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course includes topics in tax legislation in the field of income tax, sales tax and the applicable accounting aspects of that legislation, in terms of the general rules in the imposition of the tax and how to calculate and declare it and the following procedures, and the resulting vat, fines and penalties. Under the provisions of the laws in force. |
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ACCT345 Corporate Accounting
(3) Credit Hours
This course aims to introduce the student to the nature and characteristics of the companies and their accounting procedures. The first two main parts relate to identifying people's companies and the accounting processing of their activities and operations. The second part relates to the identification of the money companies and the accounting treatment of related activities: from the beginning of the establishment, the formation of capital, the measurement and distribution of the results of the works in addition to the accounting treatment of the liquidation problems of these companies and their expiration.
Course Code |
ACCT345 |
Course Title |
Corporate Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT322 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course aims to introduce the student to the nature and characteristics of the companies and their accounting procedures. The first two main parts relate to identifying people's companies and the accounting processing of their activities and operations. The second part relates to the identification of the money companies and the accounting treatment of related activities: from the beginning of the establishment, the formation of capital, the measurement and distribution of the results of the works in addition to the accounting treatment of the liquidation problems of these companies and their expiration. |
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ACCT401 Accounting theory
(3) Credit Hours
This course is designed to enable students to develop their theoretical concepts that are based on the nature and purposes of accounting, with a presentation of its origins and historical development over time. This course also explains the pillars and foundations on which accounting theory is built, as well as the entrances or approaches used. The course is also exposed to accounting theories and their applications in professional practice, as will be addressed accounting measurement, the different aspects of the function of accounting measurement, and the problems and effects that result in the accounting data.
This course is subject to accounting as an information system and the concept and basis of disclosure of accounting information with a presentation of the disclosure rules set out in international accounting standards and international standards for the preparation of financial reports.
Course Code |
ACCT401 |
Course Title |
Accounting theory |
Pre-requisite |
تدقيق نظم المعلومات المحاسبية ACCT301 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
This course is designed to enable students to develop their theoretical concepts that are based on the nature and purposes of accounting, with a presentation of its origins and historical development over time. This course also explains the pillars and foundations on which accounting theory is built, as well as the entrances or approaches used. The course is also exposed to accounting theories and their applications in professional practice, as will be addressed accounting measurement, the different aspects of the function of accounting measurement, and the problems and effects that result in the accounting data.
This course is subject to accounting as an information system and the concept and basis of disclosure of accounting information with a presentation of the disclosure rules set out in international accounting standards and international standards for the preparation of financial reports.
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ACCT403 Advanced Accounting
(3) Credit Hours
Accounting processing for mergers and unions of companies, preparation of consolidated financial statements. Forms of legal mergers, procurement methods and common interests, financial statement preparation procedures, exchange operations between the holding company and the subsidiary.
Course Code |
ACCT403 |
Course Title |
Advanced Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
محاسبة متوسطة (2) – ACCT322 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
Accounting processing for mergers and unions of companies, preparation of consolidated financial statements. Forms of legal mergers, procurement methods and common interests, financial statement preparation procedures, exchange operations between the holding company and the subsidiary. |
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ACCT413 International accounting standards
(3) Credit Hours
After completing the course, the student is expected to be familiar with:
"Basic concepts of conceptual framework for preparing and displaying financial statements"
"International standards and international financial reporting standards and their latest modifications""
"Dealing with study situations and putting forward and discussing ideas (analysis)
Course Code |
ACCT413 |
Course Title |
International accounting standards |
Pre-requisite |
محاسبة مالية متقدمة ACCT 403 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
After completing the course, the student is expected to be familiar with:
"Basic concepts of conceptual framework for preparing and displaying financial statements"
"International standards and international financial reporting standards and their latest modifications""
"Dealing with study situations and putting forward and discussing ideas (analysis) |
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B 324 Marketing and Society
(8) Credit Hours
This course explores the theory and practice of responsible marketing, addressing the interrelated areas of corporate social responsibility and marketing ethics and the emergent area of social marketing. It examines the impact of established marketing techniques and practices on the promotion of social well-being and behavioural change. You will identify key ethical issues involved in marketing decision-making and the responsibilities of organisations to their stakeholders, including the wider community. Elements of marketing management (such as communications, research and planning) are examined within this wider framework at both a domestic and international level.
Course Code |
B 324 |
Course Title |
Marketing and Society |
Pre-requisite |
B205B |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This course explores the theory and practice of responsible marketing, addressing the interrelated areas of corporate social responsibility and marketing ethics and the emergent area of social marketing. It examines the impact of established marketing techniques and practices on the promotion of social well-being and behavioural change. You will identify key ethical issues involved in marketing decision-making and the responsibilities of organisations to their stakeholders, including the wider community. Elements of marketing management (such as communications, research and planning) are examined within this wider framework at both a domestic and international level. |
Course Objectives |
Marketing
and Sociology. It is a level three course of the B.A. (Hons) in Business
Studies with marketing degree.
This course will develop student's ability to synthesise arguments and assumptions from a variety of sources and perspectives, critically evaluate them and apply relevant concepts in a range of contexts. In particular, student will learn concepts, theories and debates about the roles and responsibilities of marketing in society:
- Identification and critical analysis of relevant issues involved in responsible marketing
- Application of marketing thinking to health and social behaviour
- Application of responsible marketing to own professional context
- Sensitivity to the problems and challenges in both commercial and social marketing.
- Explore how marketing concepts and techniques can be applied to the marketing of social issues as opposed to the more traditional area of commercial marketing;
- Examine how social marketing approaches can change behaviour in order to achieve socially desirable goals;
- Illustrate, through case study examples, the application of concepts and techniques to 'real world' social marketing problems.
The course is a new development in the optional courses of the BA Business Studies Programme. Marketing in Society will build upon the students understanding of aspects of marketing gleaned from earlier courses within the programme but will focus on the importance of responsible marketing.
Students will learn to integrate and use information and/or data appropriately in complex contexts. They will also learn to recognise the limitations of knowledge in the area. The course will provide you with opportunities to develop skills in effective communication of ideas and arguments to relevant audiences. You'll be encouraged to manage your learning and reflect on your development as an independent learner.
The principal learning method used in the course will be problem-based. Usually, students will encounter a short or long case study. They will be expected to make sense of, discuss, analyse, synthesise and evaluate issues and possibilities in the case study. You'll do this by applying your existing knowledge and any new knowledge you can gather from the supplied textbooks, journal articles, electronic sources and course participants. You'll gain knowledge and understanding in the areas of ethics, corporate social responsibility, social marketing, and ethical issues in commercial marketing. The way you are assessed and what you will be assessed on will mirror how you learn and what you learn; the assessment will constitute part of the learning.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: To
understand and apply concepts, theories and debates about the roles and
responsibilities of marketing in society to real life situations A2: Apply
marketing thinking to the field of health and social behaviour A3:
Demonstrate an understanding about ethics and marketing A4: Green and
environmental marketing, sustainability, fair trade and ethical consumption B. Cognitive
skills B1: Evaluate the relevance of course concepts to a variety of
other contexts B2 Synthesise and critical evaluate arguments and assumptions from
a variety of sources and competing perspectives B3. Recognise the limitations of knowledge in the area C. Practical and professional skills C1: Apply responsible marketing to their own professional context
or one they are familiar with C2:Demonstrate a sensitivity to the problems and
challenges in both commercial and social marketing D. Key transferable skills. D1: Identify and critically analyse relevant issues involved in responsible
social and commercial
marketing D2: Effectively communicate ideas and arguments to relevant
audiences D3: Integrate and use information and/or data in complex contexts
D4: Manage own learning
and reflect on their development as an independent learner
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B122 An Introduction to Retail management and Marketing
(8) Credit Hours
It is an introductory Level 1 course. As the retail industry is highly dynamic and innovative, this
course looks at how retailing has developed within a business context, and how retail outlets work and apply retail marketing. It offers a balance between theory and practice that is innovative and engaging. During your studies you will consider contemporary factors that affect retailing: globalization; the impact of ever-changing technology; and social and ethical issues. This course is designed for retail industry employees wishing to develop a career in management, and anyone interested in working in the retail sector, or simply wanting to know more about the world of retailing.
Course Code |
B122 |
Course Title |
An Introduction to Retail management and Marketing |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
It is an introductory Level 1 course. As the retail industry is highly dynamic and innovative, this
course looks at how retailing has developed within a business context, and how retail outlets work and apply retail marketing. It offers a balance between theory and practice that is innovative and engaging. During your studies you will consider contemporary factors that affect retailing: globalization; the impact of ever-changing technology; and social and ethical issues. This course is designed for retail industry employees wishing to develop a career in management, and anyone interested in working in the retail sector, or simply wanting to know more about the world of retailing.
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Course Objectives |
The academic aims of this module is to introduce you to the main functions and management of
a retail business and the key issues associated with understanding retail trading and retail environments. After studying the course, you should be able to: - Explain relevant theories and concepts of retailing
- Describe the key elements of a retail business and the retail trading environment
- Discuss issues associated with operating a business in a retail environment/context
- Outline the key course topics and explain why each topic is important to understanding the principles of retail management
- Explain linkages between components of the course
- Organise your studies, including paper-based and computer-based services
Continue to develop your awareness of how you learn and how different elements of the course applied to your individual learning style.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: retail technology, which focuses on the
virtual world of e-retailing; A2: the diversity of retail products and
sectors; A3: retail ethics and the environmental
impact; A4: the
implications of globalisation B. Cognitive
skills B1: Reflection and critical engagement into both domestic retail technology
and e-retailing B2: Critical thinking, analysis, and synthesis B3: Valuation
and comparison of retail management.
C. Practical
and professional skills C1: Time management, skills appropriate to business, such as
creativity, persuasion and attractiveness. C2: Study skills, learning to learn and reflecting on students’
own development as learners. C3: The ability to analyse work-related cases and situations to
identify challenges for organisations in developing responses in relation to
their environments. C4: The application of course ideas to students’ own interactions
with organisations and life experiences. D Key
transferable skills
D1: Decision making and problem solving making a viable approach to students to engage with data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation. D2: Immerse in related information, arguments and ideas. D3: Identify some of the key strengths and needs of their own learning and identify opportunities to address these. |
B123 Management Practice
(8) Credit Hours
This course introduces management ideas and uses activities to build on existing knowledge and skills through the application of management theory. It’s suitable if you’ve studied any introductory course and want to complete the Certificate in Business Studies or gain 30 credits towards our BA (Hons). This introductory Level 1 course introduces management ideas and uses activities to build on your existing knowledge and skills. You’ll also use your own workplace experiences to develop an academic understanding of management and valuable study skills, which you’ll demonstrate by writing about management and reflecting on your own skills as a learner.
Course Code |
B123 |
Course Title |
Management Practice |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This course introduces management ideas and uses activities to build on existing knowledge and skills through the application of management theory. It’s suitable if you’ve studied any introductory course and want to complete the Certificate in Business Studies or gain 30 credits towards our BA (Hons). This introductory Level 1 course introduces management ideas and uses activities to build on your existing knowledge and skills. You’ll also use your own workplace experiences to develop an academic understanding of management and valuable study skills, which you’ll demonstrate by writing about management and reflecting on your own skills as a learner. |
Course Objectives |
By the
end of this course you’ll have developed a new, more theoretical understanding
of how and why managers do what they do in organisations. You’ll build a
toolkit of management concepts, theories and models that you can use to tackle
workplace issues. You’ll also feel more confident in embarking on further
undergraduate study.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1. Demonstrated how learning they have undertaken previously in
the workplace can be utilised to inform the development of their management
practice A2. Selected and used a range of management theories, concepts and
ideas to help identify, analyse and address issues and situations in their
current practice setting. A3. Worked in collaboration with others in assessing the
applicability of selected management theories, etc. to their own and others’
identified practice problems. A4. Reflected
on the impact of their learning on their practice of management, and their
future development as a management practitioner. B. Cognitive
skills B1. Identify and draw upon appropriate forms of prior learning
relating to the development of their management practice. B2. Apply relevant theoretical knowledge of management to a
practical problem. B3. Collaborate with peers’ practitioners to, and begin to,
critically evaluate the applicability of selected management theories etc. B4. Reflect productively on the development of their practice of
management. C. Practical and professional skills C1. Communicate their understanding of management theory and its
application to practice in writing. C2. Work independently on identifying issues and situations in the
workplace and apply academic theories and concepts to these to gain a deeper
understanding of them. D. Key transferable skills. D1. Use of a range of tools and websites for finding and recording
information online: internet browsers, search engines, copy/ paste, e-portfolios
and download functions
D2. Communicate with
peer learners via synchronous and asynchronous online media.
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B124 Fundamentals of Accounting
(8) Credit Hours
This module provides a broad introduction to accounting study at the university level. It covers the fundamentals of financial and management accounting as well as the essential skills, knowledge and ethics required to be a professional accountant. Fundamentals of Accounting module is required for all business with accounting track. It is strongly recommended that students study this module before Financial accounting (B291) and Management accounting (B292).
Course Code |
B124 |
Course Title |
Fundamentals of Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This module provides a broad introduction to accounting study at the university level. It covers the fundamentals of financial and management accounting as well as the essential skills, knowledge and ethics required to be a professional accountant. Fundamentals of Accounting module is required for all business with accounting track. It is strongly recommended that students study this module before Financial accounting (B291) and Management accounting (B292). |
Course Objectives |
It aims to equip students with the essential principles of measuring management performance and improving financial planning, control and decision-making. Students can gain an understanding of financial reports through their preparation, based on the double-entry bookkeeping system which is essential for the management of any organisation.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge and understanding A1: Awareness and understanding of the role of accounting in business and other organisations and of its theory, principles, concepts, practices, techniques, ethics, limitations, and techniques central to bookkeeping and accounting.
A2: Demonstrate the ability to prepare financial statements based on application of accounting concepts, regulations and principles. A3: Demonstrate understanding of the types of costs and how they behave in order to calculate cost-volume-profit relationships, A4: Demonstrate understanding of management's decision-making process as it relates to product pricing, production, adding and dropping, etc. A5: Demonstrate understanding of the types of budgets and be able to prepare operating budgets, financial budgets and capital budgets. A6: Demonstrate understanding of the responsibility centers and balanced scorecard.
B. Cognitive skills
B1: Review and illustrate the purpose, context and environmental influences and constraints on financial accounting and business practices. B2: Explain the balance sheet equation, the basic financial statements and the information conveyed in each of the statements. B3: Explain the steps in the accounting cycle for service and merchandising companies. B4: Explain the relevant factors in making different decisions. B5: Explain methods that don't use present value versus those that do use present value B6: Explain the features of responsibility reports and differentiate between cost centres, profit centres and investment centres.
C. Practical and professional skills C1: Record transactions
and events, and maintain accounting records as required for bookkeeping and
accounting.
C2: Prepare basic
financial statements based upon Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. C3: Develop the
general practical and professional skills of management accounting that can be
used for personal and career goals.
D Key transferable skills D1: Use simple mathematics for the purpose of calculations in bookkeeping, accounting and preparing/analysing financial statements, including basic ratio analysis.
D2: Compare critically and use different approaches to issues and problems within management accounting.
D3: Communicate management accounting information effectively and appropriately.
D4: Use fundamental business mathematics and other quantitative methods effectively and appropriately.
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B205A Exploring innovation and entrepreneurship
(8) Credit Hours
This module provides students with a broad foundation in innovation and entrepreneurship. The course is composed of two parts A and B. Part A of it comprises 14 study weeks (one semester). And is structured into 2 (out of the five) linked blocks. It also forms part of the new undergraduate qualification BA Business Management and BA Business Marketing. Students will be introduced to core concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation. They will also examine the theoretical and practical connections between these distinct yet closely-interrelated fields of study.
Block 1: Core concepts
Introduces core concepts of innovation and entrepreneurship and gives the student an opportunity to examine ‘what it all means for me’. It also introduces students to each other, creates confidence, and promotes teambuilding in preparation for Block 2.
Block 2: Teams and networks
Block 2 focuses on the skills required to create teams, build networks and to secure the necessary resources in the context of an innovative, entrepreneurial venture. It also introduces and develops the underpinning knowledge and understanding on key areas, including teams, networks, resource acquisition and legitimacy-building, in preparation for the new venture creation activity (Block 4 of B205B).
Course Code |
B205A |
Course Title |
Exploring innovation and entrepreneurship |
Pre-requisite |
B207B |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This module provides students with a broad foundation in innovation and entrepreneurship. The course is composed of two parts A and B. Part A of it comprises 14 study weeks (one semester). And is structured into 2 (out of the five) linked blocks. It also forms part of the new undergraduate qualification BA Business Management and BA Business Marketing. Students will be introduced to core concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation. They will also examine the theoretical and practical connections between these distinct yet closely-interrelated fields of study.
Block 1: Core concepts
Introduces core concepts of innovation and entrepreneurship and gives the student an opportunity to examine ‘what it all means for me’. It also introduces students to each other, creates confidence, and promotes teambuilding in preparation for Block 2.
Block 2: Teams and networks
Block 2 focuses on the skills required to create teams, build networks and to secure the necessary resources in the context of an innovative, entrepreneurial venture. It also introduces and develops the underpinning knowledge and understanding on key areas, including teams, networks, resource acquisition and legitimacy-building, in preparation for the new venture creation activity (Block 4 of B205B). |
Course Objectives |
B205A academic aim is to introduce students to number of fundamental concepts and theories of entrepreneurial innovation. It also re-apply some generic business and management concepts in an entrepreneurial and innovation-related concept (e.g. entrepreneurial marketing and entrepreneurial finance. The coverage of innovation and entrepreneurship subjects will be wide-ranging and integrative, with the aim of providing the necessary foundations for interested students to progress to a more in-depth study of specialist topics within this subject area during their level 3 studies.
Progression is also addressed within B205A - with a gradual development of knowledge and skills from Block 1 and Block 2 (covered in Part A of the course) through Block 3, Block 4 and Block 5 (covered in Part B of the course, B207B). There will be a logical progression of subject matter, from an introduction to core concepts in innovation and entrepreneurship (Block 1), followed by a more skills-oriented examination of teams, networks and associated concepts (Block 2), a comparative study of innovation and entrepreneurship in different contexts (Block 3), a simulated experience of entrepreneurial team-working and innovation (Block 4) and an opportunity for reflection and integration (Block 5). Study and employment skills will be integrated into the learning activities, with a particular focus on digital literacy, creative thinking and problem solving, team-working, persuasive communication and more general personal development and enterprise-related skills.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: knowledge
of different forms of innovative and entrepreneurial practice around the world
and at different scales, including: technological and social innovation;
commercial and social enterprise; independent and corporate entrepreneurship. A2: understand
different research perspectives on innovation and entrepreneurship, recognising
that these subjects can be studied at multiple levels of analysis. A3:
familiarize with core theories, concepts and frameworks that have been applied
to innovation and entrepreneurship, with a particular focus on their
implications for practice. A4: Know the
relationship between innovation and entrepreneurship, both at a conceptual and
a practical level. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Distinguish the key components of innovative and
entrepreneurial processes and practices kinds (i.e. in comparison with more
routinised approaches) B2: Select innovative and entrepreneurial approaches that are
likely to be appropriate in particular organisational contexts. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Identify, search for
and pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, with the aim of creating sustainable
business models. C2: Negotiate, influence, and gain legitimacy in an
entrepreneurial setting. C3: Engage in creative problem-solving. C4: Apply design thinking approaches in order to develop practical
solutions. C5: Deploy effective networking and persuasive communication
skills. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Work constructively and ethically in entrepreneurial settings,
which may be characterised by ambiguity, complexity and open-ended challenges.
D2: Display resilience
and an on-going capacity to learn from direct personal experiences, and those
of others.
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B205B Exploring innovation and entrepreneurship
(8) Credit Hours
This module provides students with a broad foundation in innovation and entrepreneurship. The course is composed of two parts A and B. Part A of it comprises 14 study weeks (one semester). And is structured into 2 (out of the five) linked blocks. It also forms part of the new undergraduate qualification BA Business Management and BA Business Marketing. Students will be introduced to core concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation. They will also examine the theoretical and practical connections between these distinct yet closely-interrelated fields of study.
Block 1: Core concepts
Introduces core concepts of innovation and entrepreneurship and gives the student an opportunity to examine ‘what it all means for me’. It also introduces students to each other, creates confidence, and promotes teambuilding in preparation for Block 2.
Block 2: Teams and networks
Block 2 focuses on the skills required to create teams, build networks and to secure the necessary resources in the context of an innovative, entrepreneurial venture. It also introduces and develops the underpinning knowledge and understanding on key areas, including teams, networks, resource acquisition and legitimacy-building, in preparation for the new venture creation activity (Block 4 of B205B).
Course Code |
B205B |
Course Title |
Exploring innovation and entrepreneurship |
Pre-requisite |
B207B |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This module provides students with a broad foundation in innovation and entrepreneurship. The course is composed of two parts A and B. Part A of it comprises 14 study weeks (one semester). And is structured into 2 (out of the five) linked blocks. It also forms part of the new undergraduate qualification BA Business Management and BA Business Marketing. Students will be introduced to core concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation. They will also examine the theoretical and practical connections between these distinct yet closely-interrelated fields of study.
Block 1: Core concepts
Introduces core concepts of innovation and entrepreneurship and gives the student an opportunity to examine ‘what it all means for me’. It also introduces students to each other, creates confidence, and promotes teambuilding in preparation for Block 2.
Block 2: Teams and networks
Block 2 focuses on the skills required to create teams, build networks and to secure the necessary resources in the context of an innovative, entrepreneurial venture. It also introduces and develops the underpinning knowledge and understanding on key areas, including teams, networks, resource acquisition and legitimacy-building, in preparation for the new venture creation activity (Block 4 of B205B).
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Course Objectives |
B205A academic aim is to introduce students to number of fundamental concepts and theories of entrepreneurial innovation. It also re-apply some generic business and management concepts in an entrepreneurial and innovation-related concept (e.g. entrepreneurial marketing and entrepreneurial finance. The coverage of innovation and entrepreneurship subjects will be wide-ranging and integrative, with the aim of providing the necessary foundations for interested students to progress to a more in-depth study of specialist topics within this subject area during their level 3 studies.
Progression is also addressed within B205A - with a gradual development of knowledge and skills from Block 1 and Block 2 (covered in Part A of the course) through Block 3, Block 4 and Block 5 (covered in Part B of the course, B207B). There will be a logical progression of subject matter, from an introduction to core concepts in innovation and entrepreneurship (Block 1), followed by a more skills-oriented examination of teams, networks and associated concepts (Block 2), a comparative study of innovation and entrepreneurship in different contexts (Block 3), a simulated experience of entrepreneurial team-working and innovation (Block 4) and an opportunity for reflection and integration (Block 5). Study and employment skills will be integrated into the learning activities, with a particular focus on digital literacy, creative thinking and problem solving, team-working, persuasive communication and more general personal development and enterprise-related skills.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: knowledge
of different forms of innovative and entrepreneurial practice around the world
and at different scales, including: technological and social innovation;
commercial and social enterprise; independent and corporate entrepreneurship. A2: understand
different research perspectives on innovation and entrepreneurship, recognising
that these subjects can be studied at multiple levels of analysis. A3:
familiarize with core theories, concepts and frameworks that have been applied
to innovation and entrepreneurship, with a particular focus on their
implications for practice. A4: Know the
relationship between innovation and entrepreneurship, both at a conceptual and
a practical level. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Distinguish the key components of innovative and
entrepreneurial processes and practices kinds (i.e. in comparison with more
routinised approaches) B2: Select innovative and entrepreneurial approaches that are
likely to be appropriate in particular organisational contexts. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Identify, search for
and pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, with the aim of creating sustainable
business models. C2: Negotiate, influence, and gain legitimacy in an
entrepreneurial setting. C3: Engage in creative problem-solving. C4: Apply design thinking approaches in order to develop practical
solutions. C5: Deploy effective networking and persuasive communication
skills.
D. Key transferable skills. D1: Work constructively and ethically in entrepreneurial settings,
which may be characterised by ambiguity, complexity and open-ended challenges.
D2: Display resilience
and an on-going capacity to learn from direct personal experiences, and those
of others.
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B207A Shaping Business Opportunities I
(8) Credit Hours
B207A is an 8-credit (30 points), Level 5 UK-OU based course offered through the Business Program at the Arab Open University as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in all tracks in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of BS110. The B207 module in this new study plan is equivalent to B203 module in the old study plan (which is itself previously equivalent to B202)
Course Code |
B207A |
Course Title |
Shaping Business Opportunities I |
Pre-requisite |
BS110 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
B207A is an 8-credit (30 points), Level 5 UK-OU based course offered through the Business Program at the Arab Open University as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in all tracks in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of BS110. The B207 module in this new study plan is equivalent to B203 module in the old study plan (which is itself previously equivalent to B202) |
Course Objectives |
This module is designed to provide intermediate conceptual and practical learning to students in operations management, marketing and human resource management. The module comprises 16 study weeks (including final assessment).
Operations Management: (4 weeks) The following subjects will be covered: - Introduction to operations management
- Operations strategy
- Product, service and process design
- International location of operations
- Global supply chain
- Operations: changing market conditions
Operations: risk and resilience
Marketing: (6 weeks)
The following subjects will be covered: - Marketing: purpose and mission
- Marketing (external environment, brand formulation, segmentation and targeting, market research)
- Analysing market growth potential
- International marketing and global branding
- Consumer behaviour
- Business-to-business marketing
Marketing (integrated marketing; lifecycle maturity, product portfolio, brand refreshing, monitoring and measuring success, crisis management)
Human Resource Management (3 weeks)
- What does it mean to move from employee relations to HRM in a global context?
- Employment relations
- Change management
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge and understanding A1: Develop a critical appreciation of the interactions between various business functions (operations management, marketing and human resource management) and the integrative complexity that shapes business innovation. A2: Develop a critical understanding of why new products and services are imperative to contemporary business practice. Also to develop knowledge and understanding of external issues affecting the successful running of organizations, including how they compete in a global context.
A3: Develop knowledge and understanding of the elements required to build long-term success in organizations, and how students can contribute to the fostering of long-term value creation. A4: develop knowledge and critical understanding of the theories, concepts and models of different business functions (operations management, marketing and human resource management). B. Cognitive skills
B1: Select and critically analyse information relevant to a particular problem or issue related to business and management. B2/B3: Evaluate and compare competing perspectives, theoretical models and concepts in the context of practical situations B2/B4: Gather and synthesise material from a variety of sources in constructing arguments applied to business and management
C. Practical and professional skills
C3: Communicate in a professional manner in written work, face to face and online. Plan, monitor and review progress as independent learner, including a focus on personal skills development. C4: Develop an awareness of ethical issues and professional standards relevant to business and management
D Key transferable skills D2: Search for and use relevant digital and non-digital information from sources other than the module materials. D3: Compare critically and use different approaches to issues and problems within business management. Engage in critical reflection. D4: Consolidate an understanding of academic language and literacy practices in order to effectively engage with the academic knowledge and skills of Level 5 study.
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B207B Shaping Business Opportunities
(8) Credit Hours
B207B is an 8-credit (30 points), Level 5 UK-OU based course offered through the Business Program at the Arab Open University as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in all tracks in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of B207A.
Course Code |
B207B |
Course Title |
Shaping Business Opportunities |
Pre-requisite |
B207A |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
B207B is an 8-credit (30 points), Level 5 UK-OU based course offered through the Business Program at the Arab Open University as a compulsory course for all students enrolled in all tracks in the program. Entry into this course is contingent upon the successful completion of B207A. |
Course Objectives |
This
module is designed to provide intermediate conceptual and practical learning to
students in management and accounting. The module comprises 16 study weeks
(including final assessment).
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge and understanding A1: Develop a critical appreciation of the interactions between various business functions (management and accounting) and the integrative complexity that shapes business innovation.
A2: Develop knowledge and understanding of the elements required to build long-term success in organizations, and how students can contribute to the fostering of long-term value creation.
A3: develop knowledge and critical understanding of the theories, concepts and models of different business functions. B. Cognitive skills
B1: Select and critically analyse information relevant to a particular problem or issue related to business and management.
B2: Evaluate and compare competing perspectives, theoretical models and concepts in the context of practical situations
B3: Gather and synthesise material from a variety of sources in constructing arguments applied to business and management
C. Practical and professional skills C1: Communicate in a professional manner in written work, face to face and online. Plan, monitor and review progress as independent learner, including a focus on personal skills development.
C2: Develop an awareness of ethical issues and professional standards relevant to business and management
D Key transferable skills D1: Search for and use relevant digital and non-digital information from sources other than the module materials. D2: Compare critically and use different approaches to issues and problems within business management. Engage in critical reflection.
D3: Consolidate an understanding of academic language and literacy practices in order to effectively engage with the academic knowledge and skills of Level 5 study.
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B291 Financial Accounting
(8) Credit Hours
This course is the first of two modules leading to the Professional Certificate in Accounting (K01). We strongly recommend that you study this course before Management accounting (B292), but both courses can be studied independently. This is a Level 2 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained either through Level 1 study with the AOU or by doing equivalent work at another university. Ideal preparation for this course would be our Level 1 course Fundamentals of Accounting (B124).
Course Code |
B291 |
Course Title |
Financial Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
B124 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This course is the first of two modules leading to the Professional Certificate in Accounting (K01). We strongly recommend that you study this course before Management accounting (B292), but both courses can be studied independently. This is a Level 2 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained either through Level 1 study with the AOU or by doing equivalent work at another university. Ideal preparation for this course would be our Level 1 course Fundamentals of Accounting (B124). |
Course Objectives |
This
is the course for students if they want a route into the accountancy profession
or need to gain fundamental accounting skills for a management or other role.
Students will gain an understanding of how financial statements are prepared
and develop the skills to prepare financial statements. Students will explore
differences in financial accounting for different businesses, building an
understanding of the frameworks underpinning accounting and audit practice.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1:
Demonstrate understanding of the role and importance of accounting in the
various types of business and other organisations. A2:
Demonstrate understanding of the accounting regulatory framework in the UK and
EU as well as within the context of international financial and capital
markets. A3:
Demonstrate understanding of the qualitative characteristics of financial
accounting information, accounting concepts and principles. A4:
Demonstrate the ability to prepare financial statements based on application of
accounting concepts, regulations and principles. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Review and illustrate the purpose, context and environmental
influences and constraints on financial accounting and business practices (Unit
1). B2: Explain, analyse and apply the mechanism of double-entry bookkeeping
and the accounting cycle (Unit 2). B3: Identify, classify, measure and
summarise the elements of financial statements applying accounting principles
and concepts (Units 3 and 4). B4: Explain and interpret the purpose, form and
content of the three main financial statements; income statement, balance sheet
and cash flow statement (Unit 5). B5: Explain and evaluate the need for ethics
in the behaviour of accountants and the need for independent auditing in the
reporting process of public and large enterprises (Unit 6). B6: Explain and
review the relations between corporate governance, auditing and
financing (Unit 7). C. Practical and professional skills C1: Record transactions and events, and maintain accounting
records manually and gain some familiarity with computerised accounting
software (Units 3 and 4). C2: Prepare periodic financial statements for sole traders,
partnerships, non-profit organisations and single-entity private and public
limited companies (Unit 5) D. Key transferable skills.
D1: Use simple
mathematics for the purpose of calculations in bookkeeping, accounting and
preparing/analysing financial statements, including basic ratio analysis.
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B292 Management Accounting
(8) Credit Hours
This is a level 2 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting obtained either through level 1 study with the AOU or completing equivalent work at another university. This is the course for students if they want a route into the accounting profession or need to gain fundamental accounting skills for a management or other role. The overall aim of this module is to help students learn and interpret management accounting information. You may be undertaking this module to prepare for a career as an accountant working in or with organizations, as part of a degree or as a stand- alone module.
Course Code |
B292 |
Course Title |
Management Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
B124 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This is a level 2 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting obtained either through level 1 study with the AOU or completing equivalent work at another university. This is the course for students if they want a route into the accounting profession or need to gain fundamental accounting skills for a management or other role. The overall aim of this module is to help students learn and interpret management accounting information. You may be undertaking this module to prepare for a career as an accountant working in or with organizations, as part of a degree or as a stand- alone module. |
Course Objectives |
B292 academic aim is to introduce students to number of fundamental
concepts and theories of Management Accounting in order to guide managerial
decision making by individuals and business units. It also develops the
students’ knowledge of Management Accounting as well as skills in
problem-solving, decision making relating to aspects of planning, costing, budgeting,
evaluating. B292 also prepares students for advanced Management Accounting
concepts. After studying the course, the students should be able to: - Demonstrate
understanding of the nature of management and the role of management
accounting in the management process.
- Demonstrate
understanding of the different types of costs and the role of costs in
decision making.
- Demonstrate understanding
of how inventory is accounted for and managed within the organization, and
the methods for calculating the cost of different types of products,
processes and services.
- Demonstrate the
ability to prepare budgets.
- Demonstrate
understanding of the management and the influence of economic factors and
economic analysis on management decision making.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding
A1 : Demonstrate Understanding of the nature of management and the role of management accounting in the management process.
A2: Demonstrate the understanding of the different types of costs and the role of costs in decision making.
A3: Demonstrate understanding of how inventory is accounted for and managed within the organization and the methods for calculating the costs of different types of products , processes and services..
A4: Demonstrate the ability to prepare
budgets.
B. Cognitive
skills
B1. Understand the nature of organizations, the process of management and the role of information (including accounting information) in managing organizations. (Unit 1).
B2. Understand the nature of cost analysis for planning and decision making and be able to apply and explain the techniques covered. (Unit 2).
B3. Understand and explain the costing and accounting methods and systems which provide the management of an organization with relevant and reliable information on which to base decisions. (Unit 3).
B4. Explain the budgetary process and illustrate in detail a method of preparing budgets for planning and control purposes. (Unit 4).
C. Practical and professional skills
C1: Understand the use of marginal costs , cost volume –profit Analysis and contribution analysis in costing and price decisions. C2:Calculate costs using the job , process and contract costing Methods , calculate the cost of a product or service from basic Information using batch and process costing. C3:Prepare budgets and calculate the main variances used in Variance analysis. C4:Be able to prepare accounting statements for planning and Control. C5: Be able to prepare periodic reports
D. Key transferable skills.
D1:Demonstrate understanding of the nature & types of costs D2: Calculate Break-even points in units and in turnover. D3: The use of Activity based costing as a more exact method In indirect cost allocation.
D4:Demonstrate ability to prepare different types of budgets
D5: Work with qualitative & quantitative data drawing appropriate conclusions based on findings.
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B325 Managing across organisational and cultural boundaries
(8) Credit Hours
B325 is offered as an option at level 3 in the awards: BA (Hons) Business Studies; BA (Hons) Leadership and management. The course aligns well within the educational aims of these programs by developing “the student’s interest in and knowledge of the world of business”. By providing students with the opportunity to draw on their own experience and critically engage with theory with theory relevant to managing across organisational and cultural boundaries, it supports the program’s aim of developing “graduates who bring to their employment in business or organisations of any sort, a range of critically important and highly valued skills”. B325 will complement other courses within the existing suite of courses offered within management and business studies. It will embrace all learners irrespective of their level of attained experience and position within their own organisation.
Course Code |
B325 |
Course Title |
Managing across organisational and cultural boundaries |
Pre-requisite |
BUS310 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
B325 is offered as an option at level 3 in the awards: BA (Hons) Business Studies; BA (Hons) Leadership and management. The course aligns well within the educational aims of these programs by developing “the student’s interest in and knowledge of the world of business”. By providing students with the opportunity to draw on their own experience and critically engage with theory with theory relevant to managing across organisational and cultural boundaries, it supports the program’s aim of developing “graduates who bring to their employment in business or organisations of any sort, a range of critically important and highly valued skills”. B325 will complement other courses within the existing suite of courses offered within management and business studies. It will embrace all learners irrespective of their level of attained experience and position within their own organisation. |
Course Objectives |
The
aim of the course is fairly to provide students with ways if understanding and
analysing different organisational, inter- organisational and international
context and the ways in which such different contexts influence individuals’
experience of work. Secondly, the course aims to provide students with
knowledge and understanding of themes and challenges pertaining to organising
and managing across this different context; managing aims, power, politics,
trust, cultural diversity and the darker side of organising. The course
embassies the relationships between theory and practice; putting emphasis on
the theoretical underpinnings and debates surrounding the themes whilst at the
same time requiring students to draw on their own experience. Achieving the
intended learning outcomes (covering both knowledge and skills) fully supports
this dual aim.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1:
Inter-organisational collaboration, organisational behaviour, and international
management theories and concepts relevant to managing across organisational and
cultural boundaries. A2: Themes
and challenges pertaining to organizing and managing across intra,
inter-organisational and international contexts including the management of
aims, power, politics, trust, cultural diversity and the darker side of
organising. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Use conceptual frameworks to describe functions of organising and
managing in and across organisational and international contexts. B2: Identify and critically assess different perspectives on
managing and organising. B3: Synthesise, critically evaluate and challenge course relevant
theories of inter-organisational collaboration, organisational behaviour, and
international management. B4: Critically evaluate theories in relation to personal
experiences, organisational, inter-organisational and international setting
with which you are familiar and the relative standpoints of others within
different contexts. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Use and adopt relevant concepts and theories to practically
engage with a range of problems and issues in the work place. C2: Use specific inter-organisational collaboration,
organisational behaviour, and international management knowledge, cognitive and
key skills developed during the course to enhance individual work / practice. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Read and interpret
information presented in a variety of forms including academic journals, books
and on-line text. D2: Articulate ideas and communicate effectively using appropriate
interorganisational collaboration, organisational behaviour, and international
management theories and concepts. D3: Identify and ask questions appropriate to
the exploration and complex concepts. D4: Engage in
reflective, experiential and collaborative learning in face to face and virtual
context.
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B326 Advanced Financial Accounting
(8) Credit Hours
Advanced Accounting is a continuation of the study of financial accounting. This course is the last of three modules leading to the Professional Certificate in Accounting. This is a Level 3 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained either through Levels 1 and 2 studies. Ideal preparation for this course would be our Level 1 course Financial accounting (BE210) and level 2 course Intermediate financial accounting (B291).
Course Code |
B326 |
Course Title |
Advanced Financial Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
B291 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Advanced Accounting is a continuation of the study of financial accounting. This course is the last of three modules leading to the Professional Certificate in Accounting. This is a Level 3 course and students need to have a good knowledge of financial accounting, obtained either through Levels 1 and 2 studies. Ideal preparation for this course would be our Level 1 course Financial accounting (BE210) and level 2 course Intermediate financial accounting (B291). |
Course Objectives |
The
areas of coverage in this course include issues concerning the operation of
business combinations and consolidated financial statements, and international
accounting issues. Students are expected to develop both an understanding of
the concepts underlying these topics and the technical and analytical skills
needed to apply the concepts in practice. The case method will be used to
supplement problems.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Demonstrate an understanding of current GAAP related to
business combinations and its relationship to present reporting practices. A2: Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary accounting theory
and practice pertaining to business combinations and corporate consolidations. A3: Demonstrate an understanding of the various methods of
accounting for an investment in equity shares of another company. A4: Understand concepts related to foreign currency, exchange
rates, and foreign exchange risk. A5: Understand
how foreign currency forward contracts and foreign currency options can be used
to hedge foreign exchange risk. A6: Describe guidelines as to when foreign currency financial
statements are to be translated using the current rate method and when they are
to be translated using the temporal method.
B. Cognitive
skills B1: Explain how acquisition expenses are reported. B2: Explain the complexities of revenue recognition. B3: the valuation of assets, including goodwill, and liabilities
acquired in a business combination accounted for by the acquisition method. B4: Analyse and interpret the relevant International Financial
Reporting Standard (IFRS). B5: Prepare and analyse accounts for importing and exporting
transactions denominated in foreign currencies, as well as accounting for
forward exchange contracts. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Properly prepare consolidated financial statements as of the
date of acquisition and for periods subsequent to the date of acquisition. C2: Prepare a worksheet to consolidate the accounts of two
companies that form a business combination. C3: Adjust for foreign currency transactions and financial
statements. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Use simple mathematics for the purpose of
calculations in bookkeeping, accounting and preparing/analysing financial
statements
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B327 Creating futures: Sustainable enterprise and innovation
(8) Credit Hours
This module is designed to provide intermediate/advanced conceptual and practical learning to students interested in the theory and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation in different contexts. B327 is a new level three course in the B.A. (Hons) in Business Studies with Marketing track. This module is a direct replacement for B322 (Investigating entrepreneurial opportunities). Structured around 4 study blocks, B327 addresses the societal impacts of entrepreneurship and innovation, researching entrepreneurship and innovation, and sustainable enterprise challenge.
Course Code |
B327 |
Course Title |
Creating futures: Sustainable enterprise and innovation |
Pre-requisite |
BUS310 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
This module is designed to provide intermediate/advanced conceptual and practical learning to students interested in the theory and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation in different contexts. B327 is a new level three course in the B.A. (Hons) in Business Studies with Marketing track. This module is a direct replacement for B322 (Investigating entrepreneurial opportunities). Structured around 4 study blocks, B327 addresses the societal impacts of entrepreneurship and innovation, researching entrepreneurship and innovation, and sustainable enterprise challenge. |
Course Objectives |
The
academic purpose of this module is to enable learners to develop independent
research and online collaborative skills necessary to engage in enterprise and
innovation practices in new and existing organisations. The module encourages
students to do so by articulating how entrepreneurship and innovation can be
used to satisfy individual goals/objectives while contributing to solving
societal problems in an ethical and sustainable manner. The module also
explores the theoretical and practical connections between the distinct yet
closely-interrelated fields of study.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Create
and manage sustainable forms of innovative and entrepreneurial ventures within
a range of specialist areas, such as Engineering, science and information
technology; Creative, leisure and cultural industries; Health and social care. A2: Research
entrepreneurship and innovations within a specialist real world setting,
recognising that specialist areas have to be explored at multiple levels of
analysis. A3: Apply
core theories, concepts and frameworks of innovation and entrepreneurship to
understand the strategy, process and operations of enterprises at different
stages of their life cycle. A4: Discuss the impact of innovation and
entrepreneurship on society, both at a conceptual and a practical level,
including ethics and sustainability, economic and social benefits to you, the
economy and local communities. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Differentiate the distinctive roles played by start-ups and
established enterprises in the process of developing and commercializing
various forms of innovations. B2: Distinguish the responsibilities of founders, managers,
employees and directors within particular types of sustainable enterprises and
innovations, including roles and rewards. B3: Use concepts from enterprise and innovation to critically
analyse and evaluate solutions to a variety of societal challenges. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Work independently and as part of a collaborative virtual team
to develop attributes and capabilities for entrepreneurial success in a complex
and changing environment. C2: Undertake independent research to inform practice within your
area of specialism. C3: Critically evaluate and reflect on your own career development
objectives. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Select and apply conceptual thinking for the process of
enterprise development. D2: Critically analyse and design competitive and sustainable
strategies for developing and introducing innovations into particular markets. D3: Negotiating, influencing, and agreeing roles and rewards
within founder teams in entrepreneurial settings, doing so in a legitimate
ethical manner. D4: Appropriately plan and solve problems in entrepreneurial and
innovative settings.
D5: Deploying effective
networking and persuasive communication skills.
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B392 Advanced Management Accounting
(8) Credit Hours
The module offers students the opportunity to continue their studies in the BA Business Studies after they have completed the B291 & B292 modules. It builds on the knowledge and skills students have learned in B292 by focusing on theories, concepts and techniques at a more advanced level. The learning outcomes also include a critical evaluation of the theories and techniques and their application in ambiguous settings using case study approach. Business entities operate in economic turbulent environments. Under these constraints, decisions taken by managers of business units can vary and differ depending on the manager’s and the company’s pursuit of goals and objectives. Proper economic analysis and use of appropriate techniques and tools are therefore mandatory for managers and decision makers. The module can be used to understand strategy and to situate the role of strategic management accounting within the broader content of organizational and industry differences using theories, tools, techniques and relevant case studies and examples. Basic skills of quantitative proficiency is required in order to understand pricing decisions techniques, financial measures of performance, investments , EVA , Variance analysis , budgeting costing etc. This module provides students with a solid base of Advanced management Accounting study and practice.
Course Code |
B392 |
Course Title |
Advanced Management Accounting |
Pre-requisite |
B292 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
The module offers students the opportunity to continue their studies in the BA Business Studies after they have completed the B291 & B292 modules. It builds on the knowledge and skills students have learned in B292 by focusing on theories, concepts and techniques at a more advanced level. The learning outcomes also include a critical evaluation of the theories and techniques and their application in ambiguous settings using case study approach. Business entities operate in economic turbulent environments. Under these constraints, decisions taken by managers of business units can vary and differ depending on the manager’s and the company’s pursuit of goals and objectives. Proper economic analysis and use of appropriate techniques and tools are therefore mandatory for managers and decision makers. The module can be used to understand strategy and to situate the role of strategic management accounting within the broader content of organizational and industry differences using theories, tools, techniques and relevant case studies and examples. Basic skills of quantitative proficiency is required in order to understand pricing decisions techniques, financial measures of performance, investments , EVA , Variance analysis , budgeting costing etc. This module provides students with a solid base of Advanced management Accounting study and practice. |
Course Objectives |
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1 :
Understand the role of strategic management accounting and apply a strategic
analysis framework in simple complex settings. A2
:Critically select , apply and evaluate management accounting techniques in
strategic costing and pricing including value chain analysis , activity based
costing and business process optimization approaches. A3:
Understand, describe and evaluate the sources , costs and risks associated with
the financing of investments. A4: Apply and
critically evaluate advanced techniques for investment appraisal. A5: Explain,
apply and evaluate methods of accounting control and performance evaluation for
the purpose of improving strategic and operational performance of
organizations. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Develop the ability to integrate information and use reasoned
approaches to select relevant information and analytical techniques in simple
and complex settings. B2: Compare critically and use different approaches to issues and
problems within management accounting. B3: Communicate management accounting information effectively and
appropriately. B4: Use information and communication technologies appropriately
and effectively. B5: Use fundamental business mathematics and other quantitative
methods effectively and appropriately C. Practical and professional skills C1: Apply digital technologies to analyse data using strategic
management techniques, e.g spread sheets.
C2: Frame problems in ambiguous settings independently .Identify
and critically select appropriate information both from digital and print
sources to address these. C3: Use a combination of electronic applications to communicate
analysis and findings. C4: Use tools and techniques of management accounting to improve managerial decision making. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Provide students with knowledge and understanding of
management accounting techniques that play an important role in in the
formulation and implementation of business strategy. D2: Examine two key areas of financial management of organizations
and link them to the management accounting and strategic activities of
organizations. D3: Build on the material already studied by students on
investment appraisal, adding theoretical depth and a critical evaluation of the
techniques.
D4: Evaluate performance
using benchmarks and appropriate measures of return on investment.
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BUS101 Introduction to Math for Business
(4) Credit Hours
The world is a small place these days with business becoming more and more of a global endeavour. This course, Introduction to Math for Business aim to equip students with technical skills and business knowledge needed for further advanced courses in finance. Students need to have effective financial skills for both their personal and professional lives.
Course Code |
BUS101 |
Course Title |
Introduction to Math for Business |
Pre-requisite |
EL099 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The world is a small place these days with business becoming more and more of a global endeavour. This course, Introduction to Math for Business aim to equip students with technical skills and business knowledge needed for further advanced courses in finance. Students need to have effective financial skills for both their personal and professional lives. |
Course Objectives |
The overall aims of
this course are to introduce entry knowledge of finance and to provide the
computational skills needed for evaluating financial decisions. Thus providing
learners a footstep into the world of Business Mathematics. This introductory
module introduces learners to the mathematical concepts, vocabulary, and
terminology employed nowadays in the business world in Finance, Banking, and
Accounting to name a few. More specifically, the
students will gain practical experience into aspects such as percentages,
discounts, markups and markdowns, payroll, interest calculations, installment
buying, and annuities. |
Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Knowledge
and understanding of the depth of relation between math and business
(particularly finance) A2: Knowledge
and understanding of a range of ideas concerning basic business mathematics and
its applications. A3: Knowledge
and understanding of relevant ideas, tools, and techniques that are widely used
in everyday business practice. B. Cognitive skills B1: the ability to develop skills in interpreting and explaining mathematics. B2: the ability to integrate mathematical ideas into everyday thinking. B3: the ability to develop mathematical modeling skills. B4: the ability to develop basic mathematical financial skills. B5: the ability to use techniques from the course to analyse and solve problems in a range of contexts. B6: the ability to recognize, interpret and criticize the use of mathematics in different contexts. B7: the ability to reason logically using mathematical ideas and principles of the course.
C. Practical and professional skills C1: practically deal with numbers and
manipulate them confidently. C2: easily use a calculator and its
functions.
C3: master the techniques of discounts,
mark-ups/markdowns, payroll, credit consumer, simple & compounded
interests, and annuities.
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BUS102 Introduction to Statistics
(4) Credit Hours
The course helps students understand the relationship between statistics and the world, bringing life to the theory and methods. It incorporates an unprecedented amount of real and interesting data that will help students to connect statistics to their daily lives.
BUS102 is considered an introductory course for BUS202 (data analysis). At the undergraduate level, both modules (BUS102 and BUS202) are considered as part of common modules for all tracks in Business Programme.
It is well-known that Statistics is a science that deals with collection, description, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. Statistics can be used to describe a particular data set, termed descriptive statistics (BUS102) as well as to draw conclusions about the population from a particular data set, termed inferential statistics (BUS102 and BUS202). The course applies statistical methods in a business context in order to address business related questions and help make evidence based decisions. The course will provide students with the knowledge they need to become stronger analysts and better decision makers.
Course Code |
BUS102 |
Course Title |
Introduction to Statistics |
Pre-requisite |
EL111 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The course helps students understand the relationship between statistics and the world, bringing life to the theory and methods. It incorporates an unprecedented amount of real and interesting data that will help students to connect statistics to their daily lives.
BUS102 is considered an introductory course for BUS202 (data analysis). At the undergraduate level, both modules (BUS102 and BUS202) are considered as part of common modules for all tracks in Business Programme.
It is well-known that Statistics is a science that deals with collection, description, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. Statistics can be used to describe a particular data set, termed descriptive statistics (BUS102) as well as to draw conclusions about the population from a particular data set, termed inferential statistics (BUS102 and BUS202). The course applies statistical methods in a business context in order to address business related questions and help make evidence based decisions. The course will provide students with the knowledge they need to become stronger analysts and better decision makers.
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Course Objectives |
The course covers basic statistical concepts and introduces some advanced topics and tools that are very useful for decision-makers in different business disciplines. The topics include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, sampling, and estimations for small and large samples of data (statistical inference). An emphasis will be given to the understanding, applicability of statistical analysis and interpretation of output using MS Excel spreadsheets and/ or any available open source analytical tools. Attitudinal aims In addition to specific learning outcomes, the course aims to shape the attitudes of learners regarding the field of Statistics. Specifically, the course aims to 1. Motivate in students an intrinsic interest in statistical thinking. 2. Instil the belief that Statistics is important for scientific research. 3. Provide a foundation and motivation for exposure to statistical ideas subsequent to the course
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Course Outcomes |
A.
Knowledge and understanding A1:
knowledge of how to formulate data analysis problems in a statistical
framework. A2:
knowledge of how to assemble relevant information and construct appropriate
arguments. A3:
knowledge of how to exercise judgment in selection and application of a wide
range of statistical tools and techniques. B. Cognitive skills B1: the ability to approach statistical problems and tasks in a flexible way.
B2: the ability to choose appropriate models for situations involving uncertainty, and understand their key elements and properties.
B3: the ability to comment critically on choices of model and analyses resulting from them.
B4: the ability to evaluate statistical evidence and to interpret the results of a statistical analysis B5: the ability to create statistical models and draw justifiable inferences
C. Practical and professional skills C1: practically deal with numbers and
manipulate them confidently. C2: easily use a calculator and its
functions.
C3: master the techniques of discounts,
mark-ups/markdowns, payroll, credit consumer, simple & compounded
interests, and annuities
D. Key transferable skills D1: Work with others effectively, participate as a member of a team and thus contribute to group effort. D2: Work hard to satisfy others expectations. D3: Exercise Leadership and communicate ideas clearly to convince others and responsibly challenge his classmates having other ideas, opinions, or methods of solving. D4: Collaborate with classmates to solve a problem and teach others new skills. D5: Apply technologies to task (exercises, problems, situations) and work with a variety of technologies and solve problems using calculators, and computers.
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BUS109 Business Law – Country Specific
(4) Credit Hours
Rules of law govern many aspects of business. An understanding of legal rules and ethical constraints provides a framework for making sound business decisions, facilitates commercial transactions, and promotes order in the marketplace.
This module introduces the students to the fundamental concepts of commercial laws. It entails the survey of the country-specific judicial system, business ethics, contract laws, antitrust law and commercial agencies; contracts; property sales and secured transactions; insurance; commercial papers; agency; bailment; bankruptcy; banking operations, all in a comparative approach.
Course Code |
BUS109 |
Course Title |
Business Law – Country Specific |
Pre-requisite |
EL 111: Freshman English |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
Rules of law govern many aspects of business. An understanding of legal rules and ethical constraints provides a framework for making sound business decisions, facilitates commercial transactions, and promotes order in the marketplace.
This module introduces the students to the fundamental concepts of commercial laws. It entails the survey of the country-specific judicial system, business ethics, contract laws, antitrust law and commercial agencies; contracts; property sales and secured transactions; insurance; commercial papers; agency; bailment; bankruptcy; banking operations, all in a comparative approach. |
Course Objectives |
The main objective of the module is to help business students understand the legal aspect of common business activities and the formation and functioning of commercial companies along with the related ethical principles. This engaging module teaches students about the workings of business law by examining real case studies and examples. The material explores core issues in both national and international business law in depth while remaining brief and concise.
Topics covered include: The basic elements of contract laws, negligence and product liability, property laws such as mortgages, landlord and tenant and personal property, Intellectual Property, Labour law, Environmental Law.
After studying the module students should be able to:
- Recognize legal and ethical issues when making business decisions.
- Gain an enhanced understanding of legal rules and ethical constraints.
- Improve analytical problem solving and ethical decision-making skills.
- Apply knowledge and skills to address and manage potential problems before they become actual, expensive problems.
- Evaluate expert advice and determine the extent to which it should be incorporated into business decisions.
- Total understanding of the The Law of Contracts and Sales.
Understanding and respect of the intellectual property rights and environmental laws.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: The Legal Environment
of Business. A2: Constitutional
Principles. A3: Ethics, Social
Responsibility, and the Business Manager. A4: The
International Legal Environment of Business. B. Cognitive skills B1: Recognize, compare and contrast different ways of analyzing
business case studies and other material about contemporary business law
practice. B2: Apply their knowledge in the analysis of practical business
law problems and issues. B3: Recognize, compare and contrast different interpretations of
and approaches to practical business law problems and issues. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Analyze work-related cases and situations to identify problems
with an exploration of ethics that takes business law education a step further
by teaching students how to practice justly C2: Identify and communicate potential solutions based on
knowledge of theory and applying it to their own work situation as Business Law
uses tangible examples that students will be able to reference in their future
careers to introduce students to this important topic. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Read and précis written text materials for key salient points.
D2: Communicate effectively in writing, showing recognition of
audience and purpose. D3: Select data, information and ideas from different sources and
present in an appropriate fashion to support an argument.
D4: Identify some of the
key strengths and needs of their own learning and identify opportunities to
address these. |
BUS110 Introduction to Business
(8) Credit Hours
“Introduction to Business” is an introductory course, which surveys the role of business in society. At its simplest level, business is the exchange of goods and services for mutual benefit or profit. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of topics including the terms, trends, organizational structure and opportunities inherent in this exchange, the course introduces the student to the contemporary business world, the business of managing, people in organizations, the principles of marketing, managing information, and financial issues.
Course Code |
BUS110 |
Course Title |
Introduction to Business |
Pre-requisite |
EL111 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
“Introduction to Business” is an introductory course, which surveys the role of business in society. At its simplest level, business is the exchange of goods and services for mutual benefit or profit. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of topics including the terms, trends, organizational structure and opportunities inherent in this exchange, the course introduces the student to the contemporary business world, the business of managing, people in organizations, the principles of marketing, managing information, and financial issues. |
Course Objectives |
The primary objective is to give the student an understanding of
basic business principles. Global business, entrepreneurship, management,
marketing, information technology, and financial management will be discussed.
Another purpose of this course is to build a foundation of knowledge on the
different theoretical approaches to management and decision making • develop
analytical skills to identify the links between the functional areas in
management, organisations, management practices and the business environment. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of the course students will
have a firm understanding of the following business topics:
The
relationship between business and society in a free market economy Common forms of business ownership Business ethics and social
responsibility International business and the global
economy Fundamentals of business management Business organization and structure Human resources, motivation and
productivity Marketing, accounting, finance,
operations management and other business specialties
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge and understanding A1: Identify
business functions A2: Recognize
different business models and forms A3: Acquire
knowledge of business ethics and social responsibility
A4: Be aquatinted with the fundamentals of management. B. Cognitive skills B1: Differentiate between business structures
and business forms. B2: Examine different models and theories and
its effect in business life. B3: analysing and evaluating different
perspectives, identifying biases and hidden assumptions in different models and
forms of businesses.
C. Practical and professional skills C1: Analyse different business-related situations and forms.
C2: Deduce problems and solutions and its pathways
D Key transferable skills D1: Read financial and business related reports
D2: Communicate knowledge and understanding of business issues to different stakeholders.
D3: Analyse situations in an academic manner.
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BUS115 Small Business Management
(4) Credit Hours
BUS115 is an introductory four credit undergraduate course. It assumes no deep knowledge of business. Indeed, it provides students with an overview of business in an-increasingly global society. This is not a course of theory; it is more an application or "how-to" course. It is designed to increase awareness of the opportunities and challenges in today's business environment. The success of any business depends upon several factors: marketing, management and leadership, human resources, financing, logistics, planning, and knowledge of the business environment. An overview of business topics will be discussed including the entrepreneur's success factors, developing business plans, forms of business ownership, management and leadership styles, marketing and market research, technology and e-commerce, understanding financial statements and testing the feasibility and viability of a new venture.
Course Code |
BUS115 |
Course Title |
Small Business Management |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
BUS115 is an introductory four credit undergraduate course. It assumes no deep knowledge of business. Indeed, it provides students with an overview of business in an-increasingly global society. This is not a course of theory; it is more an application or "how-to" course. It is designed to increase awareness of the opportunities and challenges in today's business environment. The success of any business depends upon several factors: marketing, management and leadership, human resources, financing, logistics, planning, and knowledge of the business environment. An overview of business topics will be discussed including the entrepreneur's success factors, developing business plans, forms of business ownership, management and leadership styles, marketing and market research, technology and e-commerce, understanding financial statements and testing the feasibility and viability of a new venture. |
Course Objectives |
The course develops the student's understanding of entrepreneurship and the needed competencies of the entrepreneur. The following topics will be emphasized: entrepreneur's success factors, developing business plans, understanding financial statements, completing market assessment, marketing and market research, and how to obtain financing for the new business venture. After studying the course, you should be able to: - To possess a well-grounded understanding of essential entrepreneurial business principals.
- To develop an understanding of important business issues as they relate to new ventures.
- To identify, appreciate, and assess the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of an entrepreneur.
- To study and observe entrepreneurial settings and entrepreneurial role models through exposure to actual business settings and experiences.
- To have an expanded awareness of the resources available for creating a business plan.
To establish a level of confidence in creating a business plan as a tool to assess, create and communicate a business concept.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Entrepreneurship and the role of the entrepreneur in the
economic development of nations A2:
Entrepreneurial competencies A2:
Understanding and writing the business plan A3: Understanding financial statements and
completing sales forecasts and projections B. Cognitive
skills B1: Reflection and critical engagement into the differences
between franchising versus building your own business concept B2: Critical thinking, analysis, and synthesis B3: Valuation and comparison of small business management. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Time management, skills appropriate to business, such as
creativity, persuasion and attractiveness. C2: Study skills, learning to learn and reflecting on students’
own development as learners. C3: The ability to analyse work-related cases and situations to
identify challenges for organisations in developing responses in relation to
their environments. C4: The application of course ideas to students’ own interactions
with organisations and life experiences. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Decision making and problem solving making a viable approach
to students to engage with data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation. D2: Market assessment: consumers, competitors, etc…. D3: Identify some of the key strengths and needs of their own
learning and identify opportunities to address these.
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BUS202 Data Analysis
(4) Credit Hours
The module helps students understand the relationship between statistics and the world, bringing life to the theory and methods. It incorporates an unprecedented amount of real and interesting data that will help students to connect statistics to their daily lives. BUS202 Data Analysis is an extension of the module BUS102 Introduction to Statistics. At the undergraduate level, both modules (BUS102 and BUS202) are common modules for FBS, as a part of the faculty requirements.
It is well-known that Statistics is a science that deals with collection, description, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. Statistics can be used to describe a particular data set, termed descriptive statistics as well as to draw conclusions about the population from a particular data set, termed inferential statistics. This module applies statistical methods in a business context in order to address business related questions and help make evidence based decisions. The module would provide students with the knowledge they need to become stronger analysts and better decision makers.
Course Code |
BUS202 |
Course Title |
Data Analysis |
Pre-requisite |
BUS101 & BUS102 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The module helps students understand the relationship between statistics and the world, bringing life to the theory and methods. It incorporates an unprecedented amount of real and interesting data that will help students to connect statistics to their daily lives. BUS202 Data Analysis is an extension of the module BUS102 Introduction to Statistics. At the undergraduate level, both modules (BUS102 and BUS202) are common modules for FBS, as a part of the faculty requirements.
It is well-known that Statistics is a science that deals with collection, description, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. Statistics can be used to describe a particular data set, termed descriptive statistics as well as to draw conclusions about the population from a particular data set, termed inferential statistics. This module applies statistical methods in a business context in order to address business related questions and help make evidence based decisions. The module would provide students with the knowledge they need to become stronger analysts and better decision makers.
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Course Objectives |
As mentioned before this module is an extension of BUS102. The module covers a higher level of statistical concepts and introduces advanced topics and tools that are very useful for decisionmakers in different business disciplines. The topics include hypothesis testing, regression analysis, analysis of categorical data and time series. An emphasis will be given to the understanding, applicability of statistical analysis and interpretation of output using MS Excel spreadsheets and/ or any available open source statistical software.
Attitudinal aims In addition to specific learning outcomes, the module aims to shape the attitudes of learners regarding the field of Statistics. Specifically, the module aims to - Motivate in students an intrinsic interest in statistical thinking.
- Instil the belief that Statistics is important for scientific research.
3. Provide a foundation and motivation for exposure to statistical ideas subsequent to the module.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Knowledge of how to formulate data analysis problems in a
statistical framework. A2: Knowledge of how to assemble relevant information and
construct appropriate arguments. A3: Knowledge
of how to exercise judgment in selection and application of a wide range of
statistical tools and techniques. B. Cognitive
skills B1: the ability to approach statistical problems and tasks in a
flexible way. B2: the ability to choose appropriate models for situations
involving uncertainty, and understand their key elements and properties B3: the ability to comment critically on choices of model and
analyses resulting from them. B4: the ability to evaluate statistical evidence and to interpret
the results of a statistical analysis B5: the ability to create statistical models and draw justifiable
inferences C. Practical and professional skills C1: confidently use a variety of hypothesis testing techniques to
test for different types of parameters. C2: easily find/use different types of models including simple
regression, multiple regression, time series generated models (Moving Average
“MA”, Auto-Regressive “AR”) D. Key transferable skills. D1: work with others effectively and to participate as a member of
a team and thus contribute to group effort. D2: collaborate with classmates to solve a problem and teach
others new skills. D3: work hard to satisfy others expectations. D4: exercise Leadership and communicate ideas clearly to convince
others and responsibly challenge his classmates having other ideas, opinions,
or methods of solving. D5: communicate in writing relevant information accurately and
effectively, using a form, structure and style that suits the purpose. D6: apply technologies to task (exercises, problems, situations)
and use information technology with confidence to develop statistical insight,
acquire statistical knowledge, present data to model, and solve problems. |
BUS310 Strategic Management
(8) Credit Hours
Strategic Management: This module examines concepts and the different approaches to - and techniques of - strategic management including analysis of the external and internal environments, the nature of competitive advantage, development of the organization and how they make strategic choices as to where and how to position themselves in relation to their customers and competitors.
The module has been designed to encourage and develop greater critical analytical skills especially at level 3. Significant amount of ‘case study’ work have been embedded to develop the students’ analytical and problem solving skills.
Course Code |
BUS310 |
Course Title |
Strategic Management |
Pre-requisite |
B207B |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Strategic Management: This module examines concepts and the different approaches to - and techniques of - strategic management including analysis of the external and internal environments, the nature of competitive advantage, development of the organization and how they make strategic choices as to where and how to position themselves in relation to their customers and competitors.
The module has been designed to encourage and develop greater critical analytical skills especially at level 3. Significant amount of ‘case study’ work have been embedded to develop the students’ analytical and problem solving skills.
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Course Objectives |
The aims of this course are to:
Provide students with concepts and tangible strategic skills that can readily be put into practice in often changing business environments. -Present the 21st century competitive/business landscape from a strategic management perspective and to assess how global and technological influences shape it -Provide students with a critical overview of the main tools of contemporary strategic practice in organizations in a way which is relevant to their professional needs Achieving the intended learning outcomes (covering both knowledge and skills) fully supports this aim.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge and understanding A1. The structure and dynamics of business environments; how
businesses seek to track and analyse their environments; A2. Markets, market economies and how they function; how consumers,
firms and governments behave as economic agents; why and how markets fail and
how this failure is managed; A3. Business processes and how they operate; the nature, structure
and functioning of organisations; how and why organisations are changing; A4. Key business functions such as Marketing, Human Resources,
Information Management, Accounting & Finance, Operations – their nature and
contribution to organisational success, their historic origins and their
interactions; A5. How businesses develop strategies; the different forms and
theories of strategy; A6. How organisations make decisions and organise decision-making
processes; the various sources of decision-making irrationality; the nature,
role and implications of governmental, regional and supranational business
policy on businesses;
A7. How to apply key ideas in mathematics, including some statistics, and algebra. B. Cognitive skills
B1.
Read material questioningly, identifying and recording key ideas and concepts
in business studies; B2.
Synthesise material from a variety of sources, analysing and evaluating
different perspectives, identifying biases and hidden assumptions; B3.
Classify, recognise and organise material in distinct and relevant categories;
B4. Construct, defend and evaluate an argument, using relevant evidence,
giving reasons for conclusions.
C. Practical and professional skills
C1. Transfer
and use relevant key skills in the workplace context; C2.
Use the more specific knowledge, analytic skills and methods, rooted in the
different disciplines as a strong basis for work in many professions; Students will have become better informed, more
active and questioning members of an organisation by: C3.
The ability to engage critically with the underlying challenges and problems
facing a business;
C4. The ability to identify and evaluate conflicting arguments, including recognising
the significance of different value positions in these arguments.
D Key transferable skills D1. Interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiating, persuasion and presentation;
D2. Ability to conduct research into business and management issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/dissertations/presentations. This requires familiarity with and an evaluative approach to a range of business data, sources of information and appropriate methodologies, and for such to inform the overall learning process; including the development of personal and team attributes and capabilities for entrepreneurial success;
D3. Self reflection and criticality including self awareness, openness and sensitivity to diversity in terms of people, cultures, business and management issues;
D4. Skills of learning to learn and developing a continuing appetite for learning; reflective, adaptive and collaborative learning.
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ECO101 Principle of Microeconomics
(4) Credit Hours
This key introductory Level 1 course is the first economics module in our degree in business studies and forms the core of business studies- economics track. Students should first understand the economic problem before they move to learn its economic implications and economic changes. Every day people make decisions, what to buy and what to sell? All people are participating in consumption or production. These activities are the basic units of an economy and are concerned with the economic problem: how best to satisfy unlimited wants using the limited available resources. This module develops skills such as logical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is designed to explain the theoretical ideas and applies them to real life examples and case studies from the Arab region, without ignoring the international aspects. Therefore, this module directly addresses the Arab countries’ characteristics, problems, and economic policies. For some of students, economics is not the main area of study. However, understanding of basic economic concepts will still prove useful to all students whatever direction their studies and subsequent career may take.
Course Code |
ECO101 |
Course Title |
Principle of Microeconomics |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
This key introductory Level 1 course is the first economics module in our degree in business studies and forms the core of business studies- economics track. Students should first understand the economic problem before they move to learn its economic implications and economic changes. Every day people make decisions, what to buy and what to sell? All people are participating in consumption or production. These activities are the basic units of an economy and are concerned with the economic problem: how best to satisfy unlimited wants using the limited available resources. This module develops skills such as logical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is designed to explain the theoretical ideas and applies them to real life examples and case studies from the Arab region, without ignoring the international aspects. Therefore, this module directly addresses the Arab countries’ characteristics, problems, and economic policies. For some of students, economics is not the main area of study. However, understanding of basic economic concepts will still prove useful to all students whatever direction their studies and subsequent career may take.
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Course Objectives |
The academic purpose of this course is designed to introduce learners to the internal and external elements of Microeconomics. Students are not expected to have taken any courses in economics, or to have any knowledge or experience of ICT. Nevertheless, this is a Level 2 course and students need the general study techniques appropriate to Level 2 study in the social sciences. After studying the module students should be able to:
- understand the domain of economics as a social theory
- understand the main analytical tools which are used in economic analysis
- learn the main conclusions derived from economic analysis and to develop their understanding of the organisational and policy implications
to participate in debates on economic matters.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: A strong
set of introductory chapters. A2: Early
coverage of policy issues. A3: Complete
coverage of monopolistic competition. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Recognise, compare, and contrast different ways of analysing
business case studies within the Arabian region and other material about
contemporary business practice. B2: Apply their knowledge in the analysis of practical business
problems and issues. B3: Recognise, compare and contrast different interpretations of
and approaches to practical business problems and issues C. Practical and professional skills C1: The ability to understand the labour market and other factors
of production. C2: Pricing strategy
D. Key transferable skills. D1: Students develop many transferable skills that are highly
valued by employers such as time management, self-reliance, problem-solving,
the ability to understand and evaluate new concepts, and prioritising effectively.
Skills required include: i) effective communication skills – both written and oral (These
are extremely important, as is the ability to work well as part of a
team.) ii)taking the initiative in the classroom but also allowing the
students enough freedom to further develop their own personality and
abilities iii) working closely with other teachers, parents and other
education professionals iv) creativity in presenting ideas v) time management both inside and outside the classroom
vi) enthusiasm, patience
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ECO102 Principle of Macroeconomics
(4) Credit Hours
This key introductory Level 1 course is the first economics module in our degree in business studies and forms the core of business studies- economics track. Students should first understand the economic problem before they move to learn its economic implications and economic changes. Every day people make decisions, what to buy and what to sell? All people are participating in consumption or production. These activities are the basic units of an economy and are concerned with the economic problem: how best to satisfy unlimited wants using the limited available resources. This module develops skills such as logical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is designed to explain the theoretical ideas and applies them to real life examples and case studies from the Arab region, without ignoring the international aspects. Therefore, this module directly addresses the Arab countries’ characteristics, problems, and economic policies. For some of students, economics is not the main area of study. However, understanding of basic economic concepts will still prove useful to all students whatever direction their studies and subsequent career may take.
Course Code |
ECO102 |
Course Title |
Principle of Macroeconomics |
Pre-requisite |
BUS110 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
This key introductory Level 1 course is the first economics module in our degree in business studies and forms the core of business studies- economics track. Students should first understand the economic problem before they move to learn its economic implications and economic changes. Every day people make decisions, what to buy and what to sell? All people are participating in consumption or production. These activities are the basic units of an economy and are concerned with the economic problem: how best to satisfy unlimited wants using the limited available resources. This module develops skills such as logical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is designed to explain the theoretical ideas and applies them to real life examples and case studies from the Arab region, without ignoring the international aspects. Therefore, this module directly addresses the Arab countries’ characteristics, problems, and economic policies. For some of students, economics is not the main area of study. However, understanding of basic economic concepts will still prove useful to all students whatever direction their studies and subsequent career may take.
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Course Objectives |
The academic purpose of this course is designed to introduce learners to the internal and external elements of Microeconomics. Students are not expected to have taken any courses in economics, or to have any knowledge or experience of ICT. Nevertheless, this is a Level 2 course and students need the general study techniques appropriate to Level 2 study in the social sciences. After studying the module students should be able to:
- understand the domain of economics as a social theory
- understand the main analytical tools which are used in economic analysis
- learn the main conclusions derived from economic analysis and to develop their understanding of the organisational and policy implications to participate in debates on economic matters.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: A strong
set of introductory chapters. A2: Early
coverage of policy issues. A3: Complete
coverage of monopolistic competition. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Recognise, compare, and contrast different ways of analysing
business case studies within the Arabian region and other material about
contemporary business practice. B2: Apply their knowledge in the analysis of practical business
problems and issues. B3: Recognise, compare and contrast different interpretations of
and approaches to practical business problems and issues C. Practical and professional skills C1: The ability to understand the labour market and other factors
of production. C2: Pricing strategy
D. Key transferable skills. D1: Students develop many transferable skills that are highly
valued by employers such as time management, self-reliance, problem-solving,
the ability to understand and evaluate new concepts, and prioritising effectively.
Skills required include: i) effective communication skills – both written and oral (These
are extremely important, as is the ability to work well as part of a
team.) ii)taking the initiative in the classroom but also allowing the
students enough freedom to further develop their own personality and
abilities iii) working closely with other teachers, parents and other
education professionals iv) creativity in presenting ideas v) time management both inside and outside the classroom
vi) enthusiasm, patience
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Econ201 مقدمة الى علم الاقتصاد 1
(3) Credit Hours
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة.
Course Code |
Econ201 |
Course Title |
مقدمة الى علم الاقتصاد 1 |
Pre-requisite |
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Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة. |
Course Objectives |
ان هذا المساق يلقي الضوء على اهمية القضايا الاقتصادية في الوقت الحاضر و كيف يتم استغلال علم الاقتصاد في حل المشاكل الاقتصادية. يتم دراسة النظرية الاقتصادية و تطبيقاتها العملية التي تؤثر على المجتمع حيث تقدم المفاهيم و الادوات الاساسية الضرورية لفهم النظرية الاقتصادية و معنى الموارد الاقتصادية و مشكلة الندرة الاقتصادية التي هي اساس علم الاقتصاد و مفهوم الاقتصاد المؤسسي. من المواضيع الهامة التي ستطرح مثل قانون الطلب و المنافسة السوقية و هيكل السوق و كيفية اتخاذ القرارات في الشركات على ضؤ المتغيرات الاقتصادية و تقدم ايضا فكرة عن سوق عوامل الانتاج.
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Course Outcomes |
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Econ202 مقدمة الى علم الاقتصاد 2
(3) Credit Hours
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة.
Course Code |
Econ202 |
Course Title |
مقدمة الى علم الاقتصاد 2 |
Pre-requisite |
Econ201 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة. |
Course Objectives |
ان هذا المساق يلقي الضوء على اهمية القضايا الاقتصادية في الوقت الحاضر و كيف يتم استغلال علم الاقتصاد في حل المشاكل الاقتصادية. يتم دراسة النظرية الاقتصادية و تطبيقاتها العملية التي تؤثر على المجتمع حيث تقدم المفاهيم و الادوات الاساسية الضرورية لفهم النظرية الاقتصادية و معنى الموارد الاقتصادية و مشكلة الندرة الاقتصادية التي هي اساس علم الاقتصاد و مفهوم الاقتصاد المؤسسي. من المواضيع الهامة التي ستطرح متل الانفاق و الانتاج الكليان و الطلب و العرض الكليان و النقود و النظام المصرفي و سوق النقود و سوق رأس المال و التجارة الدولية و الدورات التجارية.
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Course Outcomes |
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FIN301 مقدمة الى الإدارة المالية 1
(3) Credit Hours
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة.
Course Code |
FIN301 |
Course Title |
مقدمة الى الإدارة المالية 1 |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يشكل هذا المساق ثلاثة ساعات معتمدة كمتطلب اجباري لطلبة المحاسبة في كلية ادارة الاعمال في الجامعة العربية المفتوحة. |
Course Objectives |
يتعرض
هذا المساق ابتداءاً بمقدمة عامة عن الإدارة المالية ، والتعرف على الوظيفة
المالية للإدارة من حيث المعلومات المحاسبية وأهم المفاهيم في الإدارة المالية ثم
يتطرق الى قرارات الإستثمار طويلة الأجل وقصيرة الأجل والتخطيط المالي طويل الأجل ،
والحسابات الختامية، واستخدام التحليل المالي، والقيمة الزمنية للنقود.
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Course Outcomes |
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LAW301 مبادئ القانون التجاري
(3) Credit Hours
تتناول هذه المادة المبادئ العامة في القانون التجاري، على سبيل المثال، نشوء القانون التجاري وتطوره ثم دراسة الأعمال التجارية بأنواعها وفقاً لقانون التجارة الأردني مثل الأعمال التجارية بحكم ماهيتها الذاتية، الأعمال التجارية البحرية والأعمال التجارية بالتبعية وكذلك الأعمال المختلطة. في هذه المادة كذلك التعريف بالتاجر والشروط الواجب توافرها لاكتساب هذه الصفة وما يترتب على ذلك من التزامات كمسك الدفاتر التجارية والتسجيل في السجل التجاري وضرورة اتخاذ عنوان تجاري او اسم تجاري. بالإضافة إلى ذلك، تتناول هذه المادة العقود التجارية بصورة عامة وفقاً لقانون التجارة. يتم اختيار بعض من هذه العقود لدراستها بشيء من التفصيل كعقد الرهن التجاري ، الوكالة بالعمولة ، السمسرة ثم عقد النقل.
بالإضافة إلى إستعراض للشركات العاملة في المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية وخصائصها و أنواعها والأركان الموضوعية العامة والخاصة لعقد تأسيس الشركة، ودراسة الأوراق التجارية (الشيك والكمبيالة وسند السحب ) وخصائص كل منهم.
Course Code |
LAW301 |
Course Title |
مبادئ القانون التجاري |
Pre-requisite |
ACCT202 |
Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
تتناول هذه المادة المبادئ العامة في القانون التجاري، على سبيل المثال، نشوء القانون التجاري وتطوره ثم دراسة الأعمال التجارية بأنواعها وفقاً لقانون التجارة الأردني مثل الأعمال التجارية بحكم ماهيتها الذاتية، الأعمال التجارية البحرية والأعمال التجارية بالتبعية وكذلك الأعمال المختلطة. في هذه المادة كذلك التعريف بالتاجر والشروط الواجب توافرها لاكتساب هذه الصفة وما يترتب على ذلك من التزامات كمسك الدفاتر التجارية والتسجيل في السجل التجاري وضرورة اتخاذ عنوان تجاري او اسم تجاري. بالإضافة إلى ذلك، تتناول هذه المادة العقود التجارية بصورة عامة وفقاً لقانون التجارة. يتم اختيار بعض من هذه العقود لدراستها بشيء من التفصيل كعقد الرهن التجاري ، الوكالة بالعمولة ، السمسرة ثم عقد النقل.
بالإضافة إلى إستعراض للشركات العاملة في المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية وخصائصها و أنواعها والأركان الموضوعية العامة والخاصة لعقد تأسيس الشركة، ودراسة الأوراق التجارية (الشيك والكمبيالة وسند السحب ) وخصائص كل منهم.
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Course Objectives |
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Course Outcomes |
استكمال دراسة هذا المساق بنجاح يجب أن يؤدي إلى أن يكون الطالب قادراً على: - المعرفة القانونية
تهدف هذه المادة إلى تأهيل الطالب بأن يكون قادر على معرفة وتذكر المواضيع التي تعلمها سابقا و أن يصف ويعرف ويختار أحكام قانون التجارة الأردني بشكل مفصل ومقارنة هذه الأحكام، مثلا، المفاهيم والمبادئ الأساسية في معظم المسائل المتعلقة بالتشريعات التجارية في النظام القانوني الأردني وتطبيقاتها القضائية. التجارة الإلكترونية أيضا يتم تناولها مع الإطلاع على قانون المعاملات الإلكترونية وما يتضمنه من نصوص ذات علاقة
ب – الفهم القانوني
تهدف هذه المادة إلى تأهيل الطالب بأن يكون قادر على إدراك معنى الموضوع بأن يشرح ويعمم ويضرب أمثلة ويستنتج أحكام قانون التجارة الأردني بشكل مفصل ومقارنة هذه الأحكام، مثلا، المفاهيم والمبادئ الأساسية في معظم المسائل المتعلقة بالتشريعات التجارية في النظام القانوني الأردني وتطبيقاتها القضائية مثل التاجر والمتجر والعقود التجارية . التجارة الإلكترونية أيضا يتم تناولها مع الإطلاع على قانون المعاملات الإلكترونية وما يتضمنه من نصوص ذات علاقة
ج- التحليل القانوني
تهدف هذه المادة إلى تأهيل الطالب بأن يكون قادر على تجزئة المادة الى اجزاء بأن يحلل ويقارن بين العمل التجاري والعمل المدني وما تتمتع به تلك الأعمال التجارية من مزايا وخصائص والقدرة على التعرف على التجار بأنواعهم
د- التطبيق القانوني
تهدف هذه المادة إلى تأهيل الطالب بأن يكون قادر على أستخدام المعلومات في حالات معينة ملموسة بأن يجمع ويكشف ويشرح ويعالج ويحل القضايا والمسائل التي تميز العمل التجاري عن العمل المدني والتاجر عن غيره.
ه- المهارات (الإلقاء)
بعد الإنتهاء من دراسة هذا المقرر يتوقع أن يكتسب الطالب مهارة الإلقاء من خلال العمل الجماعي أو الفردي أمام الطلبة في موضوع متعلق بالمادة.
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LB170 Communication Skills for Business and Management
(8) Credit Hours
Personal and corporate success in business relies on effective communication. Communication Skills for Business and Management will help you acquire skills to distinguish you from your peers. This key introductory Level 1 course is practical and will empower you to undertake more insightful case-study analysis, write successful essays, and produce powerful reports. From proposals to emails, you’ll work with a wide range of texts from business studies courses and the wider business world, deepening your knowledge and developing your written communication skills - helping you to succeed in both business studies and business generally.
Course Code |
LB170 |
Course Title |
Communication Skills for Business and Management |
Pre-requisite |
EL 122: Intermediate English |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Personal and corporate success in business relies on effective communication. Communication Skills for Business and Management will help you acquire skills to distinguish you from your peers. This key introductory Level 1 course is practical and will empower you to undertake more insightful case-study analysis, write successful essays, and produce powerful reports. From proposals to emails, you’ll work with a wide range of texts from business studies courses and the wider business world, deepening your knowledge and developing your written communication skills - helping you to succeed in both business studies and business generally. |
Course Objectives |
LB170’s design will be
relevant for students from OUBS Openings to Level 2 courses. Students’ confidence, performance and
progression potentials will be enhanced and ultimately academic standards will
be positively influenced as well as widening participation, retention and
completion rates. The emphasis in the
course is on processes and practices (the ‘skills’) of communication rather
than on content in a ‘traditional’ academic sense. As such the course reverses
the balance present in other OUBS courses where communication skills are fore
grounded but are always at the service of the course content and consequently
occupy a less significant position in the learning outcomes. The model of communication skill
development outlined above is a positive rather than a deficit model. It draws
on current thinking about literacy development in which a more traditional
skills development model which treats communication as an all-purpose set of
skills with universal application is overlain, firstly, with a model that
places literacy in context and sees literacy practices as situated within particular
spheres of activity (in this case, business, broadly, and business studies more
specifically). Secondly it draws on a model that highlights the ideological and
personal investment that come into play when individuals and organisations
engage in communicative acts.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and
Phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.The internal and
external factors affecting business organisations and their stakeholders. A2: understand sentences and frequently used expressions related
to areas of most immediate relevance in one’s major such as the operation and
management of the HR function of a business organisation. A3: Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects
and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and
disadvantages of various options. A4: Can
understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit
meaning. Such as the operation and management of the marketing function of a
business organisation. B. Cognitive
skills B1 After studying the course, the student will have developed the
language they need to exercise the following thinking and communication skills
and have developed a critical perspective on this language in the light of a
range of alternative, available language and communication practices: B2: recognize, compare and contrast different ways of analysing
business case studies and other material about contemporary business practice. B3: apply their knowledge in the analysis of practical business
problems and issues. B4: recognize, compare and contrast different interpretations of
and approaches to practical business problems and issues. C. Practical and professional skills C1: analyse work-related cases and situations to identify problems
in the organization and management of a functional area. C2: identify and communicate potential solutions based on
knowledge of theory and apply it to their own work situation. C3: related the communication skills needed for academic study to
those needed in the workplace. D. Key transferable skills. D1: Read and précis written text materials for key salient points.
D2: communicate effectively
in writing, showing recognition of audience and purpose. D3: select data, information and ideas from different sources and
present in an appropriate fashion to support an argument.
D4: identify some of the
key strengths and needs of their own communication skills development and
identify opportunities to address these in the light of their critique of the
language and literacy practices they have encountered.
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MATH201 الرياضيات للعلوم المالية والإدارية
(3) Credit Hours
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تطوير ومعرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الرياضيات وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه حيث يتعلم الطلبة في هذا المساق كيفية توظيف الموضوعات المختلفة في مادة الرياضيات للاستفادة منها ضمن مساقات أخرى و استخدام تلك المواضيع في الحياة العملية عند العمل في القطاعات المتعلقة بالأمور المالية و الإدارية عن طريق التطبيقات و الأمثلة المشروحة في المادة
Course Code |
MATH201 |
Course Title |
الرياضيات للعلوم المالية والإدارية |
Pre-requisite |
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Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تطوير ومعرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الرياضيات وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه حيث يتعلم الطلبة في هذا المساق كيفية توظيف الموضوعات المختلفة في مادة الرياضيات للاستفادة منها ضمن مساقات أخرى و استخدام تلك المواضيع في الحياة العملية عند العمل في القطاعات المتعلقة بالأمور المالية و الإدارية عن طريق التطبيقات و الأمثلة المشروحة في المادة |
Course Objectives |
بهدف هذا المساق إلى معرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الرياضيات وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه.
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Course Outcomes |
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MGT201 مبادئ إدارة (1)
(3) Credit Hours
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تعريف الطالب بمفاهيم الإدارة ، وأهميتها، وطبيعتها، ومجالاتها، والقدرة على تطبيق المفاهيم النظرية في الواقع وتحليل مشاكل الإدارة وايجاد حلول لها.
Course Code |
MGT201 |
Course Title |
مبادئ إدارة (1) |
Pre-requisite |
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Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تعريف الطالب بمفاهيم الإدارة ، وأهميتها، وطبيعتها، ومجالاتها، والقدرة على تطبيق المفاهيم النظرية في الواقع وتحليل مشاكل الإدارة وايجاد حلول لها. |
Course Objectives |
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Course Outcomes |
بعد الانتهاء من دراسة هذا المساق يتوقع أن يكون الطالب ملماً بِ - المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بالإدارة.
- تطور الفكر الإداري
- صنع القرارات الإدارية
- عناصر الإدارة (التخطيط، التنظيم، القيادة والرقابة)
- أثر الدافعية على العملية الإدارية
الإتصال الفعال
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MKT331 Digital Marketing
(4) Credit Hours
The proliferation of the internet across the globe has increased the use of mobile internet devices, tablets, smart phones etc., and improved customer reach, therefore increasing the importance and relevancy of E-marketing for marketing managers. The internet produced many interesting and innovative methods to offer better customer value. This includes Web sites for marketing communication and customer support; one-to-one communication to many different receiving devices; and consumer behavior insights based on offline and online data combination and inventory optimization through CRM-SCM integration. More recently the development of different social media outlets provided perfect platforms for connecting with today’s consumer: High readership blogs, social networks (such as Facebook and LinkedIn), and online communities (such as YouTube, Twitter and Second Life). Such mediums offer consumers in groups a platform to voice their needs, concerns, and feedback. Intelligent marketers have learned how to take advantage of the great access enabled through social media to improve their products and marketing communication. Today, a balanced and effective marketing strategy must rely greatly upon- online marketing and social media.
Electronic Marketing (E- Marketing) involves the use of electronic means to reach marketing objectives. Since the 1980s, this has included database marketing, Customer Relationship Management, and loyalty programs. In addition, the increased reliance of consumers on the internet for their purchases and for information gathering has transformed the direction towards online marketing and social media strategy.
In this course, students get an introduction to the fundamental principles of online marketing (e marketing and social-media) both with theory and with practical trainings. Students will build upon pre-acquired knowledge from other marketing courses.
Course Code |
MKT331 |
Course Title |
Digital Marketing |
Pre-requisite |
B 120: An Introduction to Business Study |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The proliferation of the internet across the globe has increased the use of mobile internet devices, tablets, smart phones etc., and improved customer reach, therefore increasing the importance and relevancy of E-marketing for marketing managers. The internet produced many interesting and innovative methods to offer better customer value. This includes Web sites for marketing communication and customer support; one-to-one communication to many different receiving devices; and consumer behavior insights based on offline and online data combination and inventory optimization through CRM-SCM integration. More recently the development of different social media outlets provided perfect platforms for connecting with today’s consumer: High readership blogs, social networks (such as Facebook and LinkedIn), and online communities (such as YouTube, Twitter and Second Life). Such mediums offer consumers in groups a platform to voice their needs, concerns, and feedback. Intelligent marketers have learned how to take advantage of the great access enabled through social media to improve their products and marketing communication. Today, a balanced and effective marketing strategy must rely greatly upon- online marketing and social media.
Electronic Marketing (E- Marketing) involves the use of electronic means to reach marketing objectives. Since the 1980s, this has included database marketing, Customer Relationship Management, and loyalty programs. In addition, the increased reliance of consumers on the internet for their purchases and for information gathering has transformed the direction towards online marketing and social media strategy.
In this course, students get an introduction to the fundamental principles of online marketing (e marketing and social-media) both with theory and with practical trainings. Students will build upon pre-acquired knowledge from other marketing courses.
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Course Objectives |
This is a compulsory module in the Marketing track. This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction into the field of online marketing. It is designed in a way, which builds on students' pre-existing knowledge in general marketing management to elaborate the concepts of digital marketing. After completing this course students should be able to: - Understand the nature and concepts of online marketing and apply online marketing tools, instruments and principles through theory and case studies.
- Understand the importance of online marketing and social media to a company's' overall marketing plan in contemporary marketing.
- Understand internet users and identify profitable E-Marketing strategies.
- Understand the design and evaluation of multimedia applications for marketing strategy.
- Review current practices in electronic marketing. Understand the marketing effectiveness of web-based marketing approaches.
- Learn how to use the internet as a research method and learn and practice how to publish information on the internet.
- Be able to develop effective strategies for generating traffic, optimizing conversion, achieving customer satisfaction, optimizing profitability, generating social media strategies and continuous innovation within online marketing environment.
- Understand the E-Marketing context: e-business models, performance metrics, and role of strategic planning.
- Describe E-marketing strategies of segmenting, targeting, positioning, and differentiation.
- Know how to use marketing functions of product, pricing, distribution, and marketing communication for a firm's E-Marketing strategy.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Evaluate
the role and implications of digital methods within marketing. A2: Evaluate
examples of contemporary electronic marketing methods such as microsites and
banner ads and compare them to conventional approaches. A3:
Appreciate the marketing implications of the design and application of
multimedia/Web based products and evaluate them from an e- marketing
perspective. A4: Evaluate
the advantages and limitations of different approaches to Web based marketing
including text and information based pages, virtual worlds, interactive
graphics and animation A5: Evaluate
the impact of web based innovations on marketing and consumer behavior. A6: Consider
the impact that modern technology has (Internet, social media, etc.) on
marketing innovation. A7: Consider
what new ways of thinking are needed in E-marketing B. Cognitive
skills B1: Use critical analysis to evaluate e-marketing tactics within a
business perspective B2: Provide a theoretical and practical basis for critically
assessing the range of e-marketing tools as well as their advantages and
disadvantages B3: Explore the impact of online communities and evaluate their
uses in E-marketing. B4: Evaluate the utility of concepts, tools and frameworks to
solve ebusiness problems. B5: Evaluate the advantages and limitations of virtual worlds,
interactive graphics, animations and social media. B6: Evaluate the impact of digital marketing strategies on
consumer decision making. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Have developed market awareness of E-marketing issues C2: Analyse e-marketing cases and identify organizational
challenges in developing responses relevant to the environment. C3: Apply course concepts to students’ own interactions with
organisations and life experiences. C4: Build upon important workplace skills
(e.g. cooperative, teamwork, meeting deadlines, report writing) through
cooperative learning activities C5: Appreciate multicultural influences on the e-marketplace, on
ebusiness ethics, and on socially responsible E-marketing. D Key transferable skills D1: Make Decisions and solve problems in a viable approach
engaging with data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation. D2: Work independently, communicate effectively, planning,
monitoring, reflecting on and improving their own learning. D3: Find, assess and apply information from a variety of sources,
using information technology where necessary Immerse in related information,
arguments and ideas. D4: Identify some of the key strengths and needs of their own learning and identify opportunities to address these. |
MKT332 Service Marketing
(4) Credit Hours
The services sector is gaining increased importance as a contributor to GDP and employment growth in both developed and developing countries. Developments in information technology and innovation are leading to the creation of new services and opportunities continuously, to offer better value to clients and at affordable prices. In addition, organizations from all sectors
including technological and industrial are realizing the importance of providing distinguished quality services to gain competitive advantage. Consequently, learning about services marketing has become essential despite the sector of employment one chooses to follow, since services have infiltrated the world around us. The majority of business activity today relates to services. This has changed the marketing worldview. This module builds on the concepts covered in the basic marketing courses. It addresses the distinctive challenges integral to the marketing of services in a variety of modern business
Settings emphasis on distinctive features of service management and marketing, in addition to the theories, instruments, and strategies required to tackle them. Aspects of relationship marketing and the new service‐dominant logic of marketing will also be covered.
Course Code |
MKT332 |
Course Title |
Service Marketing |
Pre-requisite |
B324 |
Credit Hours |
4 |
Course Description |
The services sector is gaining increased importance as a contributor to GDP and employment growth in both developed and developing countries. Developments in information technology and innovation are leading to the creation of new services and opportunities continuously, to offer better value to clients and at affordable prices. In addition, organizations from all sectors
including technological and industrial are realizing the importance of providing distinguished quality services to gain competitive advantage. Consequently, learning about services marketing has become essential despite the sector of employment one chooses to follow, since services have infiltrated the world around us. The majority of business activity today relates to services. This has changed the marketing worldview. This module builds on the concepts covered in the basic marketing courses. It addresses the distinctive challenges integral to the marketing of services in a variety of modern business
Settings emphasis on distinctive features of service management and marketing, in addition to the theories, instruments, and strategies required to tackle them. Aspects of relationship marketing and the new service‐dominant logic of marketing will also be covered.
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Course Objectives |
This is a compulsory module in the marketing track. The module is designed to give learners a broad understanding of the key concepts and business practices in service marketing. The module provides an overview of the nature and scope of services marketing and its role in achieving business objectives. The module aims to:
- Provide learners with a clear understanding of the concepts and business functions of services marketing
- Give learners an overview of the environmental factors which influence services marketing decisions
- Introduce learners to the need to develop an appropriate services marketing mix and identify and analyze the various components of the services marketing mix
- Familiarize learners with the role of marketing to service providers.
- Appreciate the challenges embedded in marketing and managing services and study the tools and processes to respond to these challenges.
- Evaluate the key issues required in managing customer satisfaction and service quality
- Appreciate the role of employees and customers in service delivery, customer satisfaction and service quality.
- Understand the critical aspects of service businesses such as managing supply and demand, relationship management, and the overlap in marketing/operations/human resource systems.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1.
Differentiate between product and service characteristics, and know how this
can be used to establish competitive advantage for a firm. A2.
Understand why the application of the marketing mix in a service environment is
built up from the interaction between customers and their suppliers. A3. Develop
an understanding of the links between the service providers (people), the
procedures (processes), and the physical evidence of the service offering. A4.
Understand service quality management as the basis for developing customer
satisfaction and develop skills in service quality problem diagnosis and
service improvement. A5.
Understand the importance of customer retention, service recovery, relationship
development, and the role of internal marketing. A6. Consider
the impact that modern technology has (Internet, social media, etc.) on
service(s) marketing innovation. A7. Consider
what new ways of marketing thinking are needed in service dominant modern
economies. B. Cognitive
skills B1. Use critical analysis to perceive service shortcomings in
reference to create service excellence; B2. Provide a theoretical and practical basis for assessing
service performance using company examples;
B3. Identify and discuss characteristics and challenges of
managing service firms in the modern world using cultural implications; B4. Discuss key linkages between marketing and other business
functions in the context of designing and operating an effective service
system. B5. Explain the unique challenges of services marketing, including
the elements of product, price, place, promotion, processes, physical evidence,
and people. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Integrate course concepts into individual performance to
become better customer service representatives in the service environment. C2: Analyse work-related cases and situations and identify
organizational challenges in developing responses related to the environment. C3: Apply course concepts to students’ own interactions with
organisations and life experiences. C4: Build upon important workplace skills (e.g. cooperative,
teamwork, meeting deadlines, report writing) through cooperative learning
activities C5: Discuss the influences of the multicultural marketplace,
business ethics, and socially responsible marketing on services marketing C6: Describe how customer relationship marketing (CRM), including
retention strategies, creates an environment that achieves excellence in
customer service D. Key transferable skills. D1: Make Decisions and solve problems in a viable approach
engaging with data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation. D2: Work independently, communicate effectively, planning,
monitoring, reflecting on and improving their own learning D3: Find, assess and apply information from a variety of sources,
using information technology where necessary Immerse in related information,
arguments and ideas. D4: Identify some of the
key strengths and needs of their own learning and identify opportunities to
address these
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STAT201 الإحصاء للعلوم المالية والإدارية
(3) Credit Hours
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تطوير ومعرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الإحصاء وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه حيث يتعلم الطلبة في هذا المساق كيفية توظيف الموضوعات المختلفة في مادة الإحصاء للاستفادة منها ضمن مساقات أخرى و استخدام تلك المواضيع في الحياة العملية عند العمل في القطاعات المتعلقة بالأمور المالية و الإدارية عن طريق التطبيقات و الأمثلة المشروحة في المادة .
يشمل هذا المساق عدد من المواضيع الأساية الهامة التي يجب على الطلاب الإلمام بها فيما يتعلق بالتمثيل البياني للبيانات و استخدام مقاييس النزعة المركزية و التشتت و تحليل الارتباط و الانحدار و دراسة الفرضيات بأسلوب إحصائي
Course Code |
STAT201 |
Course Title |
الإحصاء للعلوم المالية والإدارية |
Pre-requisite |
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Credit Hours |
3 |
Course Description |
يهدف هذا المساق إلى تطوير ومعرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الإحصاء وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه حيث يتعلم الطلبة في هذا المساق كيفية توظيف الموضوعات المختلفة في مادة الإحصاء للاستفادة منها ضمن مساقات أخرى و استخدام تلك المواضيع في الحياة العملية عند العمل في القطاعات المتعلقة بالأمور المالية و الإدارية عن طريق التطبيقات و الأمثلة المشروحة في المادة .
يشمل هذا المساق عدد من المواضيع الأساية الهامة التي يجب على الطلاب الإلمام بها فيما يتعلق بالتمثيل البياني للبيانات و استخدام مقاييس النزعة المركزية و التشتت و تحليل الارتباط و الانحدار و دراسة الفرضيات بأسلوب إحصائي
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Course Objectives |
بهدف هذا المساق إلى ما يلي : - معرفة المفاهيم الأساسية المرتبطة بعلم الإحصاء وعلاقته بالعلوم الاجتماعية والإنسانية الأخرى و وظائفه ومجالات تطبيقه.
- أن يتمكن الطلبة على استخدام البيانات المتاحة في وصف الظاهرة أو الظواهر محل الدراسة.
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Course Outcomes |
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SYS210 Managing Technologies and Innovation
(8) Credit Hours
Technology plays a significant and invaluable role in the different aspects of human societies. It is a key resource of profound importance for a nation’s security and economic development. In addition, it is viewed as an important strategic factor and fundamental element for economic growth and as an instrumental means of controlling nature and resources. It also exerts a powerful influence on standards of living and quality of life. New knowledge, innovations and professional skills are an intrinsic part of new technology. Because technology is continuously changing, with new processes and products being developed or improved regularly, the need to manage technology is also continuous, and one that grows with the expansion of economic activities. Management of technology is a difficult and complex process, but it is an issue that faces all firms today. It involves the handling of technical and social issues in a broad spectrum of functional areas including manufacturing, design, development, information, processing, construction, pollution, violence, and so forth. Management of technology and innovation is concerned with developing and enhancing the capabilities of individuals and the characteristics of institutions to match the potential benefits, to contain the hazards resulting from technological change and also to find new ways to compete and survive. The role of MTI (Managing Technology and Innovation) is to ensure the proper execution of the following functions:
Selection of technology, or rather technological products
Effective negotiation and contracting for their acquisition
To integrate strategy and technology
Adaptation to local conditions (environmental, human, etc.).
Insights into MTI (Managing Technology and Innovation)
Course Code |
SYS210 |
Course Title |
Managing Technologies and Innovation |
Pre-requisite |
B123 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Technology plays a significant and invaluable role in the different aspects of human societies. It is a key resource of profound importance for a nation’s security and economic development. In addition, it is viewed as an important strategic factor and fundamental element for economic growth and as an instrumental means of controlling nature and resources. It also exerts a powerful influence on standards of living and quality of life. New knowledge, innovations and professional skills are an intrinsic part of new technology. Because technology is continuously changing, with new processes and products being developed or improved regularly, the need to manage technology is also continuous, and one that grows with the expansion of economic activities. Management of technology is a difficult and complex process, but it is an issue that faces all firms today. It involves the handling of technical and social issues in a broad spectrum of functional areas including manufacturing, design, development, information, processing, construction, pollution, violence, and so forth. Management of technology and innovation is concerned with developing and enhancing the capabilities of individuals and the characteristics of institutions to match the potential benefits, to contain the hazards resulting from technological change and also to find new ways to compete and survive. The role of MTI (Managing Technology and Innovation) is to ensure the proper execution of the following functions:
Selection of technology, or rather technological products
Effective negotiation and contracting for their acquisition
To integrate strategy and technology
Adaptation to local conditions (environmental, human, etc.).
Insights into MTI (Managing Technology and Innovation)
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Course Objectives |
The aim of this
module, after accomplishing both parts of it, is to familiarize students with
an integrative approach to the management of technology and innovation. It introduces the concept of MTI and examines
internal innovation planning, implementation and evaluation and control. It
also introduces building the capabilities necessary for MTI success. At the end of
both parts of the module, students are expected to attain the following
objectives: Understand the significance of technology, innovation and their
management Identify the key MTI concerns in strategy Understand both product and process innovation Recognize the foundations of internal innovation and its
implementation Determine if the firm has achieved the desired outcomes and design a
proper tool for evaluation and control Identify elements for planning for acquiring, implementing and
evaluating technology Understand the core capabilities for a sustainable competitive
advantage Determine what information the firm actually has and to turn this
information into knowledge
The course will prepare students with practical
skills through numerous realistic settings that are in line with the Quality
Assurance Agency’s benchmark statement expectations for business studies. It
also aims to enhance employability as the curriculum is of benefit to students
in the employment market and also relevant to many studying for their own
personal development. In so doing, the course provides students with a clear
understanding and appreciation of innovation dynamics both within and across
firm’s boundaries. By drawing from state of the art innovation literatures as
well as the extensive use of in-depth case study materials, the course analyses
opportunities and challenges related to creating, sustaining , managing
innovation and most of all integrating strategy and technology, with a specific
focus on technology-based organizations.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1:
Understand how organisations manage the internal process of innovation,
including effective search and knowledge acquisition, implementation, learning
and re–innovation A2:
Appreciate the links between Innovation and competitive advantage, the different
kinds of innovations (radical vs. incremental, continuous vs. discontinuous,
etc.) A3:
Understand innovation as a core business process and how it can be managed. A4:
Information gathering, Analyzing the external environment using management
models A5:
Conducting proper evaluation and control in innovation B. Cognitive
skills B1: Develop an awareness of the range, scope, and complexity of
the issues and problems related to the strategic management of technology and
innovation. B2: Develop an understanding of the “state of the art’ of the
strategic management of technology and innovation. B3: Expose students to tools and concepts used by organisations
engaged in technology intensive industries. B4: Designing Organizational structure based on the degree of
innovation needed B5: Develop appropriate capabilities for a sustainable
competitive advantage C. Practical and professional skills C1: Learn the basic skills necessary to construct a technology
strategy for an organisation. C2: Offer some practice in defining and working out strategic
management problems related to technological innovation and corporate
entrepreneurship. C3: Develop skills in leadership and engagement for a proper
implementation of an innovation strategy D. Key transferable skills. D1: Effective communication, both orally and in writing, of
information, arguments and ideas, using language and styles appropriate for a
business context and audience. D2: Problem-solving and
decision-making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including
data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation.
D3: Effective performance in a team environment
both in face-to-face and/or virtual contexts. D4: self-appraisal and reflective
thinking in the areas of creativity, teamwork, leadership, career selection.
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SYS280 Principles and Practice of Systems’ Thinking
(8) Credit Hours
Traditionally, problems are frequently tackled by employing simple and convenient methods to achieve simple solutions. Such simple and popular approaches are not effective in solving complex, dynamic and diverse problems. Regardless of the preliminary seemingly simple and easy application, the emphasis seems to be on the elements of the problem, rather than the “bigger picture”. Thus, no attention is given to the interaction between the elements, with the belief that there is one best solution. As program failures intensify there is a growing need to develop and generate improved outcomes through systems thinking. Systems’ thinking is a discipline of seeing the “whole”, recognizing patterns and interrelationships, and learning how to innovate a more effective, efficient and creative system/holistic solution(s).
Holistic Systems Thinking considers the interdependent, inter-relational, and contextual aspects of phenomena and applies an integrated, inclusive mindset to problem solving. Holistic approaches are preoccupied with the assumptions, knowledge, methods, and implications of various disciplines and treats them as an integrated whole, or system. Systems can be ecological, social, institutional, or a combination of all three, and relationships, within and between systems are recognized as complex with cyclical interdependencies, or feedbacks. Higher-order, or emergent, properties become evident when systems are considered in this integrated fashion.
A holistic systems world-view is grounded in people taking responsibility for their own actions and being receptive to transformational change. Fundamental to this philosophy are personal beliefs that sustainability is a conscious choice by people to aspire to a purposeful and equitable integration of a systems view of life. Holism can be referred to using different terminology including ecological systems thinking, and ‘joined-up’ mindset.
This course will acquaint students with the basic concepts of systems thinking. The primary emphasis will be the introduction of basic systems thinking fundamentals, i.e. defining a systems perspective about any situation or problem, solving problems with that perspective, drawing appropriate diagrams to illustrate the problem, describing and modeling a problem, and designing and improving upon system solutions.
Course Code |
SYS280 |
Course Title |
Principles and Practice of Systems’ Thinking |
Pre-requisite |
B207B |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Traditionally, problems are frequently tackled by employing simple and convenient methods to achieve simple solutions. Such simple and popular approaches are not effective in solving complex, dynamic and diverse problems. Regardless of the preliminary seemingly simple and easy application, the emphasis seems to be on the elements of the problem, rather than the “bigger picture”. Thus, no attention is given to the interaction between the elements, with the belief that there is one best solution. As program failures intensify there is a growing need to develop and generate improved outcomes through systems thinking. Systems’ thinking is a discipline of seeing the “whole”, recognizing patterns and interrelationships, and learning how to innovate a more effective, efficient and creative system/holistic solution(s).
Holistic Systems Thinking considers the interdependent, inter-relational, and contextual aspects of phenomena and applies an integrated, inclusive mindset to problem solving. Holistic approaches are preoccupied with the assumptions, knowledge, methods, and implications of various disciplines and treats them as an integrated whole, or system. Systems can be ecological, social, institutional, or a combination of all three, and relationships, within and between systems are recognized as complex with cyclical interdependencies, or feedbacks. Higher-order, or emergent, properties become evident when systems are considered in this integrated fashion.
A holistic systems world-view is grounded in people taking responsibility for their own actions and being receptive to transformational change. Fundamental to this philosophy are personal beliefs that sustainability is a conscious choice by people to aspire to a purposeful and equitable integration of a systems view of life. Holism can be referred to using different terminology including ecological systems thinking, and ‘joined-up’ mindset.
This course will acquaint students with the basic concepts of systems thinking. The primary emphasis will be the introduction of basic systems thinking fundamentals, i.e. defining a systems perspective about any situation or problem, solving problems with that perspective, drawing appropriate diagrams to illustrate the problem, describing and modeling a problem, and designing and improving upon system solutions.
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Course Objectives |
SYS280 is a compulsory course in Business Studies/Systems' track. Systems thinking is an inquiry-based method of learning that uses the technique of perspective-taking, fosters holistic thinking, and engages in belief-testing. Systems theory identifies and analyzes the linkages among various elements in a system. For those new to systems theory, it is important to note that “systems" is plural. Thus, systems theory does not presume that there is one grand system to be studied. One intellectual thread of systems theory is the field of systems thinking. Systems thinking is a methodology for understanding and managing complex feedback systems such as the ones at work in business and other social systems. Systems thinking uses mapping of interrelationships as a mean to improve decision-maker understanding of how to intervene and improve system performance.
Understanding the interworking of a system, or the relationships between the various actors of a system, is useful because it improves understanding of the outcomes of the system. For example, to understand why communities experience traffic congestion in a road system despite extensive road building requires an understanding of the relationships between the actors in the system. Students must understand how governments decide where to build or expand roads and how individuals select driving routes. If a government widens a congested road, it is likely to become congested again even if the destinations of current drivers, employment patterns, location of entertainment and service venues, and other determinants of driving patterns have not changed. The systems thinking approach builds theories for how the system works and uses them to develop insights about the behavior of the system over time, with the goal of improving system performance. The primary tools of systems thinking include system diagramming. After completing this course student will have opportunities to conduct inquire into, and represent their learning about holistic systems. Learning objectives might include: - Provide an overview of the history, research and perspectives into systems thinking.
- Understand and document system thinking objectives.
- Demonstrate a capacity to appreciate that all actions have consequences within, between and among systems.
- Establish a basic understanding of systems thinking terminology, theories, processes, methods, language and tools.
- Understand how tipping points, interdependencies, feedback loops, and emergent properties impact a variety of social, economic and ecological systems.
- Describe and model solutions that will enable system thinking ex. (mind maps, feedback & causal loops, behavior over time diagrams, etc.)
- Apply systems analysis to various problems (socio - technical, supply chain, value chain / lean, etc.).
- Comprehend systemic limits such as carrying capacity and the ways humans can and do impact ecological systems.
- Develop a set of diagramming techniques. This help in exploring your perceptions and understanding of a situation and in communicating this understanding to others. Specifically, you will:
- Recognize how diagrams can be used to support thinking about complex situations.
- Understand how diagrams can be used to develop and represent systems of interest within a complex situation.
- Know the main types of diagrams which are most frequently used in systems thinking and practice, the purpose they serve and the conventions they use.
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1: Systemic thinking and the systems concepts
and language. A2: The
various ways to think about the messes they are analyzing, helping them
understand one another, appreciate one another’s viewpoints and reduce
conflicts and misapprehensions. A3: How they
might function more effectively in a group by improving their working
relationships. A4: Different
diagrams that are mostly used in systems thinking and practice. B. Cognitive
skills B1: Critically assess the differences between being a manager and
a systems practitioner. B2: Better think about their relationships with others and thus
better understand the dynamics of these relationships. B3. Develop a mentality to work as systems practitioners B4. Recognize the importance of building explicit and implicit
models and drawing diagrams to facilitate the understanding of complex
situations. C. Practical and professional skills C1: Learn how to learn and reflect on their learning journey. C2: Develop techniques and practical skills that can often help to
improve relationships and understandings with other people. C3: Develop teamwork and leadership skills C4: Become a systems thinker and practitioner who is able to link
theory to practice focusing on the context.
D. Key transferable skills. D1: Better handle complex and messy situations. D2: Develop their learning abilities and reflection skills D3: Hone their critical and systemic skills and thus be able to
have a helicopter view of each situation and thus better understand it and
better cope with it.
D4: Understand people
and some aspects of organizational behaviour.
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SYS380 Managing Systems Complexity
(8) Credit Hours
Engage students with an awareness of the issues involved in managing change, moving them beyond "one-best way" approaches and providing them with access to multiple perspectives that they can draw upon in order to enhance their success in producing organizational change. These multiple perspectives provide a theme for the text as well as a framework for the way each chapter outlines different options open to managers in helping them to identify, in a reflective way, the actions and choices open to them. Multiple perspectives ensure that change managers are not trapped by a "one-best way" of approaching change that limits their options for action. Changing organizations is as messy as it is exhilarating, as frustrating as it is satisfying, as muddling-through and creative a process as it is a rational one. The module provides the student with an exploration into the tensions for those involved in managing organizational change. Rather than pretend that they do not exist it confronts them head on, identifying why they are there, how they can be managed and the limits they create for what the manager of organizational change can achieve.
Course Code |
SYS380 |
Course Title |
Managing Systems Complexity |
Pre-requisite |
SYS280 |
Credit Hours |
8 |
Course Description |
Engage students with an awareness of the issues involved in managing change, moving them beyond "one-best way" approaches and providing them with access to multiple perspectives that they can draw upon in order to enhance their success in producing organizational change. These multiple perspectives provide a theme for the text as well as a framework for the way each chapter outlines different options open to managers in helping them to identify, in a reflective way, the actions and choices open to them. Multiple perspectives ensure that change managers are not trapped by a "one-best way" of approaching change that limits their options for action. Changing organizations is as messy as it is exhilarating, as frustrating as it is satisfying, as muddling-through and creative a process as it is a rational one. The module provides the student with an exploration into the tensions for those involved in managing organizational change. Rather than pretend that they do not exist it confronts them head on, identifying why they are there, how they can be managed and the limits they create for what the manager of organizational change can achieve.
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Course Objectives |
- Develop students with a multiple perspectives approach to managing change
- Recognizes the variety of strategies to facilitate change interventions
- Reinforce students approach for the need for a tailored and creative approach to fit different contexts
- Introduce the student to new and emerging trends, developments, themes, debates, and practices in organizational development and change interventions
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Course Outcomes |
A. Knowledge
and understanding A1. Modern
trends in information systems and systems practice A2. The key concepts of
software development and maintenance, including principles of design, and the
representation and meaning of data A3.
Systemic methods of analysis, based on diagramming, modelling and other tools,
and how these can be used to improve computing practice and management decision
making A4. The range
of situations in which information systems are used, the ways in which people
interact with them and the ethical, social and legal problems that information
systems can create. B. Cognitive
skills B1. Apply systems thinking to academic literature and to
organisations, identifying suitable areas for systemic analysis and
appreciating the technical, economic and other factors at work B2. Analyse complex systems, and design and evaluate strategies or
software solutions for improving them B3. Describe, compare and contrast a variety of methods and tools,
identifying the best choices and applying them to specific problems B4. Develop and apply suitable analytical and management
techniques B5. Explain the various roles, functions and interactions of
Members of a workplace team. C. Practical and professional skills C1. Design, test and evaluate information systems C2. Use modern approaches and tools C3. Identify and handle the ethical, social and legal issues that
may arise during the design and use of information systems C4. Use diagramming and modelling tools to analyse complex
Systems. D. Key transferable skills. D1. Work independently, planning, monitoring, reflecting on and
improving their own learning D2. Work in a group, communicating effectively D3. Find, assess and apply information from a variety of sources,
using information technology where necessary
D4. Use numerical and
analytical techniques to solve problems.
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