Student Handbook

BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management 2016/2017

Course Leader Tony Keaveny

School of Sport and Wellbeing

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Contents Page

UCLan Mission statement ..................................................................................................... 2

Student Charter .................................................................................................................... 2

Supporting Diversity at UCLan .............................................................................................. 2

1. Introduction to the course .................................................................................................. 6

1.1 Welcome to the course ................................................................................................ 6

Tony Keaveny MBA BA (Hons) .......................................................................................... 7

1.2 Rationale, aims and learning outcomes of the course .................................................. 7

1.3 Course Team ............................................................................................................... 9

1.4 Academic Advisor ...................................................................................................... 10

1.5 Administration details................................................................................................. 11

1.6 Communication.......................................................................................................... 11

1.7 External Examiner ......................................................................................................... 12

2. Structure of the course .................................................................................................... 13

2.1 Overall structure ........................................................................................................ 13

2.2 Modules available ...................................................................................................... 13

TL1037 – Introduction to Sports Business Management .................................................. 13

TL1095 - Managing Sports Finance and Funding ............................................................. 14

TL1096 – The Sports Business Environment ................................................................... 14

TL1098 – The Sports Business Consumer ....................................................................... 14

TL1101 – The Sports Business Manager ......................................................................... 14

TL1017- Event Management and Planning ...................................................................... 14

TL1825- Sports Law: An Introduction ............................................................................... 15

TL1075 – Managing Risk in Adventure ............................................................................ 15

TL2002 – Sports Business Marketing ............................................................................... 15

TL2063 – Sports Business Operations ............................................................................. 15

TL2064 – Sports Business Economics ............................................................................. 15

TL2127 – Research and Sports Business ........................................................................ 16

TL2128 – Human Resource Management for Sport ......................................................... 16

TL2050 – Sports Tourism ................................................................................................ 16

TL2066 – Experiential Learning ....................................................................................... 16

TL2088 – Programme Design .......................................................................................... 17

TL3000 – Strategic Sports Business ................................................................................ 17

TL3149 – Contemporary Issues in Sports Business Management .................................... 17

TL3148 – Management and Professional development for Sport ..................................... 17

TL3102 - Dissertation ...................................................................................................... 17

TL3103 – Independent Study Project ............................................................................... 18

TL3104 – Consultancy Project ......................................................................................... 18

TL3138 – Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and The Outdoors .............................................. 18

TL3121 – Sustainable Outdoor Practice ........................................................................... 18

TL 3142 – PSE Development through Outdoor Activities. ................................................. 19

2.2.1 Progression ......................................................................................................... 19

2.3 Study Time ................................................................................................................ 19

2.3.1 Weekly timetable ........................................................................................... 19

2.3.2 Expected hours of study ................................................................................ 19

2.3.3 Attendance Requirements.............................................................................. 20

2.4 Data Protection .......................................................................................................... 21

3. Approaches to teaching and learning .............................................................................. 21

3.1 Expertise of staff ........................................................................................................ 21

3.2 Learning and teaching methods ................................................................................. 22

On-Campus Students: ..................................................................................................... 22

Distance Learning Students (where applicable):............................................................... 22

3.3 Study skills ................................................................................................................ 23

3.4 Learning resources .................................................................................................... 23

3.4.1 Learning Information Services (LIS) .................................................................... 23

3.4.2 Electronic Resources .......................................................................................... 23

3.5 Personal development planning ................................................................................. 23

3.6 Preparing for your career ........................................................................................... 23

4. Student support, guidance and conduct .......................................................................... 25

4.1 Student Support ......................................................................................................... 25

4.2 Students with disabilities ............................................................................................ 26

Assessment arrangements for students with a disability .................................................. 26

4.3 Health and Safety ...................................................................................................... 26

4.4 Conduct ..................................................................................................................... 26

4.5 Students’ Union ......................................................................................................... 27

5. Assessment .................................................................................................................... 27

5.1 Assessment Strategy ................................................................................................. 27

5.2 Notification of assignments and examination arrangements ............................... 28

5.3 Referencing ............................................................................................................... 28

5.4 Confidential material .................................................................................................. 30

5.5 Dealing with difficulties in meeting assessment deadlines ......................................... 30

5.5.1 Extenuating circumstances ................................................................................. 30

5.5.2 Late submissions ................................................................................................ 31

5.6 Feedback Following Assessments ............................................................................. 31

5.7 Cheating, plagiarism, collusion or re-presentation ..................................................... 31

5.8 Appeals against assessment board decisions ........................................................... 32

6. Course regulations .......................................................................................................... 33

6.1 Course requirements ................................................................................................. 33

6.2 Classification of Awards ............................................................................................. 33

Borderline APMs .............................................................................................................. 33

‘Profiling’ Influences on Borderline Decisions in the School of Sport and Wellbeing .......... 34

7. Student voice .................................................................................................................. 34

7.1 Course Representatives and School Presidents ........................................................ 34

7.2 Student Staff Liaison Committee Meetings (SSLC) .................................................... 35

7.3 Complaints ................................................................................................................ 35

8. Appendices ..................................................................................................................... 36

8.1 Programme Specification ........................................................................................... 36

1. Introduction to the course

1.1 Welcome to the course I would like to welcome you to the School of Sport and Wellbeing and the College of Health and Wellbeing. More significantly, welcome to the BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management. The BSc (Hons) in Sports Business Management is now in its tenth academic year and continues to go from strength to strength. The Sports Business Management programme is a contemporary sports programme which is updated frequently to reflect and meet the demands of modern-day management within the sports sector and has a dedicated and enthusiastic team of academic and administrative staff with a positive, student-centered attitude. Feedback on the course has been generally very positive, with students praising module content, the blend of theory and practice and the expertise and enthusiasm of staff. Some small changes to individual modules may have been made based on student feedback and these will be communicated to you via the Module Information Packs that you will receive for each module. The programme offers a detailed examination of management within sports organisations incorporating the public, commercial and not-for-profit sectors. Modules within the programme examine core sports business management functions including finance, enterprise, strategy, human resources, economics and global sports business. This, therefore, provides you with a contextual framework in which to develop a range of intellectual, professional, managerial and transferable skills which are necessary to engage in and pursue a career in the sports business management sector. The purpose of this handbook is twofold. First, it aims to address many of the administrative questions that you may have during the early stages of the course. This may relate to enrolment or registering for the appropriate number of modules. Secondly, it addresses many academic issues including the modules that are available during the course. This handbook should be used alongside other university guides and you should refer to it as and when necessary. The handbook has been structured and laid out in a number of sections. This is to ensure that the information is clear and accessible. From past experiences, the first few weeks are a time to get to know other students and the course team and can also be confusing. As a team of academics and administrators, we are here to help. If you have any questions or queries, simply go to the School hub in Greenbank Building, GR006 where one of the School Administrators will assist, or see your Course Leader or Academic Advisor. We are very proud of the Sports Business Management programme and this is reflected in the quality of feedback we received from sport-industry partners and UCLan graduates when revamping the course last year. We endeavor to make sure that your experiences as a student are enjoyable and informative, as we help you achieve your potential. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you the very best in your studies.

Tony Keaveny MBA BA (Hons) Course Leader BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management

1.2 Rationale, aims and learning outcomes of the course The BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management programme has been designed to provide a high quality vocational and intellectually challenging education for students aspiring to become professionals within the sports sector. Emphasis throughout the programme is therefore placed on developing a range of professional, managerial and transferable skills which are aligned with an extensive knowledge of management disciplines applicable to sport.

The modules that feature on the programme have been carefully devised to develop cognitive skills in a number of areas relevant to sports business management and ensure a blend of theoretical and practical issues designed to enhance and improve application to the sports industry. The programme design also considered the potential sources of employment for graduates of the programme. With this in mind, emphases on a range of skills which are applicable in the commercial arena as well as the public and voluntary areas are key foci of the programme. For those who currently hold a position within the sports sector, the programme will assist them in developing and advancing their skills, enabling them to progress into their chosen area.

Students who successfully complete the BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management programme will have, during the course of their studies, developed and refined an array of cognitive and transferable skills alongside a complex array of knowledge and theories. The development of such knowledge and skills will enhance students’ abilities to manage and engage in informed decision-making specifically within sports business management. However, students may also apply these to other sectors within sport, and business/management.

The outcomes of the Programme are organised into two areas: the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Sports Business Management and the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Sports Business Management (Adventure).

The aims of the Sports Business Management are to:

• To provide an intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant programme that will enable students to gain skills, knowledge and experience that will prepare them for employment or entrepreneurship within the sports sector.

• To provide applied national or international learning opportunities assisting students to become leaders and managers within sport and related sector industries.

• To enable and develop on-going critical evaluation and analysis of contemporary management of sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers.

• To promote an ethos of self-reflection and self-development enabling the identification of the importance of continual development needs and strategies for achievement.

• To develop critical problem solvers who are capable of analysing operational and strategic issues to provide innovative sustainable business solutions

Whereby, the aims of Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Sports Business Management (Adventure) are those of the above and furthermore, to:

• To facilitate applied research and philosophical knowledge allowing students to appreciate and critically evaluate the key aspects of the adventure environment and the impact of effective management.

• To facilitate applied research and philosophical knowledge allowing students to appreciate and critically evaluate the key aspects of the adventure environment and the impact of effective management

In order to fulfil those aims students will have to demonstrate that they have fulfilled a range of learning outcomes throughout the duration of the course. Students will be able to graduate from the course on achieving these outcomes. The learning outcomes for the programme are as follows. On completion of the course students will be able to:

Learning Outcomes: Sports Business Management

1. Critically appraise contemporary management concepts, research and issues applied to sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 2. Analyse and develop a series of multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge that can be creatively applied within a variety of sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers and global sports environments. 3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs and behaviours or participating individuals and communities and the cultures, economies and environments within which sport takes place. 4. Critically appraise the dynamic contexts and environments within which sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers operate and their operational and strategic interactions. 5. Demonstrate an integrated approach to the principles and practices of contemporary management within sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 6. Employ appropriate strategies for effective critical evaluation of management concepts and issues applied to sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers within sport specific national and international contexts. 7. Deliver effective and sustainable creative and innovative solutions to contemporary sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 8. Communicate appropriately and effectively relevant concepts with sports individuals, communities, businesses, organisations and enterprises. 9. Critically analyse and interpret a broad perspective of theoretical and vocationally relevant research from a substantive body of knowledge of effectively apply to sports business management.

10. Employ critical, analytical, problem-based and reasoning skills in an academic and vocational context. 11. Apply critical self-reflection and awareness to continuing personal and professional self- development. 12. An ability to continually enhance contemporary skills necessary for both autonomous practice and collaborative working

Learning Outcomes: Sports Business Management (Adventure)

1. Critically appraise contemporary management concepts, research and issues applied to sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 2. Analyse and develop a series of multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge that can be creatively applied within a variety of sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers and global sports environments. 3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs and behaviours or participating individuals and communities and the cultures, economies and environments within which sport takes place. 4. Critically appraise the dynamic contexts and environments within which sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers operate and their operational and strategic interactions. 5. Demonstrate an integrated approach to the principles and practices of contemporary management within adventure sports environments, businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 6. Employ appropriate strategies for effective critical evaluation of philosophical approaches, management concepts and issues applied to adventure sports environments, businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers within sport specific national and international contexts. 7. Deliver effective and sustainable creative and innovative solutions to contemporary adventure sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. 8. Communicate appropriately and effectively relevant concepts with adventure sports individuals, communities, businesses, organisations and enterprises. 9. Critically analyse and interpret a broad perspective of theoretical and vocationally relevant research from a substantive body of knowledge of effectively apply to sports business management. 10. Employ critical, analytical, problem-based and reasoning skills in an academic and vocational context. 11. Apply critical self-reflection and awareness to continuing personal and professional self- development. 12. An ability to continually enhance contemporary skills necessary for both autonomous practice and collaborative working

1.3 Course Team The team involved in teaching on the programme are well qualified both academically and by their work experience. You are encouraged to read the mini biographies of staff on the School web page, including information about their publications.

Tony Keaveny, Lecturer Sports Marketing and Sports Business Management Course Leader - BSc Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Principles and Practice of Sports

Marketing

Greenbank 147

Tel: 01772 894909

Email: AKeaveny@uclan.ac.uk

Denis Pressler, Lecturer Sports Economics and Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Sports Economics; Research Methods for Sport

Greenbank 158 Tel: 01772 895712

Email: dpressler@uclan.ac.uk

Dr. Ingrid Griffiths, Senior Lecturer Sports Business Management

Course Leader - MSc Sports Business Management Module Tutor: The Sports

Greenbank 143 Tel: 01772 894925

Email: IGriffiths@uclan.ac.uk

Sadie Hollins, Lecturer Sports Studies Module

Tutor: Research Methods for Sport

Greenbank 163 Tel: 01772 894912

Email: shollins2@uclan.ac.uk

Dr. Sue Minten, Senior Lecturer Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Personal and Professional Development in Sport; The Sports Business; Managing People in Sport

Greenbank 143 Tel: 01772 894927

Email: sminten@uclan.ac.uk

Nick Passenger, Senior Lecturer Sports Studies

Module Leader: Consultancy Project

Greenbank 154 Tel: 01772 895890

Email: nspassenger@uclan.ac.uk

1.4 Academic Advisor

Your course leade do not hesitate to

r is also your Academic Advisor, if you have any concerns or queries please contact him.

Academic Advisor Tony Keaveny Room Number GR147 Email address akeaveny@uclan.ac.uk Telephone 01772 894909

1.5 Administration details Campus Administrative Services provides academic administration support for students and

staff. We are located in Greenbank Building room 006 and we are open from 8.45am until

5.15pm Monday to Thursday and until 4.00pm on Fridays.

The hub can provide general assistance and advice regarding specific processes such as

extenuating circumstances, extensions and appeals. Course specific information is also

available via school blackboard sites.

The hub telephone number is 01772 891998/ 1999

The hub email contact for the School of Sport and Wellbeing is:

GreenbankHub@uclan.ac.uk

1.6 Communication The University expects you to use your UCLan email address and check regularly for messages from staff. If you send us email messages from other addresses they risk being filtered out as potential spam and discarded unread.

Your course Academic team will communicate with you via your UCLan email – it is vital that you check this regularly for updates relating to your course. Other information will be available for you on your School Blackboard site.

Communicating with the Course Leader, module and Academic Advisors, and other students is a fundamental and important part of studying in a higher education environment. You are encouraged to maintain regular contact with members of the course team, especially your Academic Advisor. This is normally the best way to deal with any academic or personal issues and these should be dealt with as soon as they emerge.

You can arrange appointments with all members of staff. All members of staff display their availability on their office door along with instructions on how to arrange appointments. You should make sure that you have a clear agenda of what you would like to discuss in order to make sure that appointments are an effective use of time.

1.7 External Examiner The University has appointed an External Examiner to your course who helps to ensure that the standards of your course are comparable to those provided at other higher education institutions in the UK. The name of this person, their position and home institution can be found below. If you wish to make contact with your External Examiner, you should do this through your Course Leader and not directly. External Examiner reports will be made

available to you electronically. The School will also send a sample of student coursework to the external examiner(s) for external moderation purposes, once it has been marked and internally moderated by the course tutors. The sample will include work awarded the highest and lowest marks and awarded marks in the middle range.

Adam Jones, Course Leader, Senior Lecturer– School of Sport and Service Management, University of Brighton.

External Examiner reports will be made available to you electronically via the Course Leader.

2. Structure of the course

2.1 Overall structure

2.2 Modules available Level 4

TL1037 – Introduction to Sports Business Management This module aims to provide students with a broad understanding of the

contemporary structure of sport and the sectors, agencies, and bodies involved in its UK organisation, compared with other European and International counterparts. It will introduce students to the relationship between sport and the media, and also provide students with an overview of sports policy and the impacts on sports delivery. Additionally the module will explore sports organisational structures and cultures and focus on contemporary management principles inherent within the sports business environment. Finally, the module also aims to draw together the students‟ knowledge gained from the other first year compulsory modules to provide an understanding of the role of the sports manager in achieving sustainable sports business management.

TL1095 - Managing Sports Finance and Funding This module aims to provide students with a general understanding of the main concepts and analytical tools available on which to base management decisions. It will enable students to source and collate relevant financial data related to operational and strategic decision-making within the sports industry.

TL1096 – The Sports Business Environment The aim of this module is the critically examine the objectives and conduct of firms, public agencies and markets in the sports business environment. The module will provide an assessment of the economic, political, sociological and technological advances influencing the sports business environment. In addition to the emphasis that will be placed on sport business in the context of the UK, an assessment of the international sports business environment will also be a feature within the module.

TL1098 – The Sports Business Consumer This module aims to introduce students to theories and perspectives on the sports business consumer, incorporating an understanding of the diverse range of sports consumers, their characteristics, needs and behaviours. In addition, the module aims to introduce students to the theory, practices and techniques of effective customer service management in the context of the sports business environment. This module will develop the students‟ ability to blend theoretical and practical concepts and implement customer service management techniques in a range of sports contexts.

TL1101 – The Sports Business Manager The module will develop the academic and employability skills that will underpin students‟ development through their degree and their transition into the sport and wider business workplace. It will enable students to develop a reflective approach that will enhance their self-awareness and facilitate their engagement with continuous professional development.

Option

TL1017- Event Management and Planning To provide students with an introduction to event management planning principles and techniques within the wider context of the events industry. The module will utilise examples from the areas of Leisure, Sport, The Outdoors, Tourism and Hospitality enabling students to appreciate the application of common event planning principles and

techniques in a variety o f contexts.

TL1825- Sports Law: An Introduction To provide students with a broad understanding of contemporary sport legislation and bodies involved within Sports Law. The module will also introduce students to the judiciary systems in England and Wales and also provide a broad understanding of the role of the European Union, and EU Law in relation to sport. It will introduce students to the relationship between sport and the law, and also provide students with an overview of sports regulation and jurisprudence and the impacts on sports delivery. Finally, the module also aims to draw together the students’ knowledge gained from the other first year compulsory modules to provide an understanding of the role of sports law in the sports environment.

(Adventure Pathway)

TL1075 – Managing Risk in Adventure Students will acquire knowledge of the fundamental principles and practices necessary to operate an outdoor adventure operation safely and within the current legislative framework. Policies and practices relevant to the safe running of outdoor activity operations will be studied including serious incident and safety policies. The management of risk, industry approaches to the use of risk and the stages of adventure. Understanding and complying with current legislation will be explored with specific focus on Health & Safety, Writing of operational procedures and policies along with risk assessments will be a key focus of the module. Equipment choice, maintenance and storage for a variety of adventure activities will also be discussed. Students will also understand and appreciate that risk is essential to human development and be able to demonstrate its role within the adventure context

Level 5

TL2002 – Sports Business Marketing This module aims to develop contemporary marketing knowledge, skills and experiences in a range of sporting contexts and environments. This module will develop the students‟ ability to identify, problem solve and deploy a range of sports marketing theories and practices in this rapidly developing area. Students will engage with a diverse range of marketing theory as related to the contemporary sport context. This will be complemented by developing a pragmatic understanding of the practical application of sports marketing strategies and tactics in the 21st century

TL2063 – Sports Business Operations This module aims to enable students to consider the key theories and perspectives on sports business operations relevant to sports related services, facilities and organisations. In addition, the module aims to facilitate the student’s application of these theories and concepts to contemporary practices and techniques and to offer an analytical appraisal of their effectiveness in the context of the sports business environment. This module will develop the students‟ ability to blend theoretical and practical concepts and implement operations management techniques in a range of sports contexts.

TL2064 – Sports Business Economics The aim of this module is to examine the key economic principles that influence decision-

making within various sport and recreations firms, businesses and markets. This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the microeconomic factors that influence consumers and affect decision-making. This module provides you with a great opportunity to see how the business of sport and recreation could be understood through the lens of economics.

TL2127 – Research and Sports Business The aim of this module is to develop the ability of students to identify and generate research ideas, hypotheses, and research problems in the area of sports business with the view of designing appropriate methods aimed at generating research solutions. Students will also develop skills associated with conducting literature reviews, designing method, gathering and managing data, reporting research findings and developing a critical awareness of research limitations. The module also focuses on the nature of quantitative and qualitative research methods and a variety of research data gathering tools. Furthermore, students will develop transferable research skills for the dissertation at level 6.

TL2128 – Human Resource Management for Sport The module aims to develop students‟ knowledge and understanding of the application of Human Resource Management processes and theories to sport organisations. The content and delivery of the module encourages students to consider the management of human resources within sport, both in the UK and globally, at societal, organisational and individual level and from the differing perspectives of members of the employment relationship.

Options The full list of options indicated may not all be delivered every year, and this may depend on how many students choose that particular option. When accepting your offer of a place to study on this course, you are accepting that not all of these options will be running. At (or before) the start of each year, you will have an opportunity to discuss your course and preferred options with your tutor. The University will do all it reasonably can to ensure that you are able to undertake your preferred options. TL 2031 The Professional Sports Industry The aim of this module is to provide students with an analytical perspective of the professional sports industry. The module will take a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of professional sports. This will enable students to develop a critical understanding of management issues as they apply to the professional sports industry.

TL2050 – Sports Tourism The aim of this module is to provide students with an in-depth insight and understanding of the development and issues relating to sport tourism as a global and emerging field. The module will focus on the key issues influencing the growth of sport tourism and the impacts that sport tourism as a phenomenon is having on both host communities and environments within rural and urban contexts. The module also enables students to critically examine the sociological and motivational characteristics of those who pursue it. Furthermore the module aims to examine the opportunities and limitations presented by the concepts on

contexts of sport tourism

TL2066 – Experiential Learning This module aims to provide students with and gain credit for experiential learning opportunities within the sports and leisure industry. Provide students with the opportunity to undertake personal self-development and the acquisition of key skills within the workplace environment. Provide a setting where theory and practice can be integrated within the context of the sport and leisure industry. Provide an environment where students are required to evaluate contemporary issues within the sport and leisure industry.

(Adventure Pathway)

TL2088 – Programme Design The module aims to give students the opportunity to apply and extend their current awareness of programme design within the outdoor sector. The module will examine the material covered in a range of different syllabi to identify the features common to outdoor programme design.

Level 6

TL3000 – Strategic Sports Business This module will critically explore the theory and practice of corporate and business strategy in sports organisations and the industries within which they operate both in the UK and internationally. This will develop within the students, analytical skills which will enable them to focus on areas of good practice and explain how firms are using particular strategies to compete and deal with domestic and international strategic issues.

TL3149 – Contemporary Issues in Sports Business Management The aim of this module is to provide students with a critical insight and appreciation of the operational, sociological and philosophical issues that are evident in contemporary sports. This examination will be underpinned by an understanding of relevant concepts to facilitate critical thinking from the students. This module seeks to challenge students to view contemporary issues in sports from different perspectives and contexts.

TL3148 – Management and Professional development for Sport The module will revisit and develop the concepts and theories of self-development and reflection introduced at level 4. It will enable students to critically evaluate these key theories, concepts and techniques and use them to critically evaluate their own self development throughout the degree. It will also enable students to further prepare themselves for their transition into the sport and wider business workplace.

Research Suite (One must be chosen from the following)

TL3102 - Dissertation The aim of the dissertation is to provide an opportunity for students to pursue an in-depth study on a topic of their own choice which is related to their substantive areas of study. Students will work independently, under limited supervision, in order to develop and demonstrate their academic skills and abilities. The dissertation will normally be based on a topic stemming from their degree studies and will demonstrate the use of primary and secondary data collection techniques. Evidence of data handling; collection and representation, in the light of relevant literature will be a significant focus of the research endeavor to critically investigate the topic, and to present an academic report in the form of a research dissertation.

TL3103 – Independent Study Project The aim of the Independent Study Project is to provide an opportunity for students to study a topic of their own choice, which is related to their substantive areas of study. Students will work independently, under limited supervision, in order to develop and demonstrate their academic skills and abilities. The Independent Study Project will involve the gathering and analysis of secondary data within the context of current academic theory; it will not normally entail the collection of a significant amount of primary data.

TL3104 – Consultancy Project The aim of this module is to present students with the challenge of a consultancy project involving research and problem solving skills. This will be focused on engagement with external organisations/ groups/ individuals and will have a vocational focus. It will enable students to develop skills and abilities to work on a particular issue, and present recommendations to the client.

Option

TL3138 – Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and the Outdoors The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the theory and practice of enterprise, entrepreneurship and small business in a range of Sport, Tourism and the Outdoor settings. The module will encourage students to think conceptually and critically about the role of the individual in developing enterprise and new venture creation through individual self-reflection and analysis of graduate and industry / subject specific entrepreneurs. This will lead towards the creation of a pragmatic, considered and plausible business plan with actionable potential upon graduation. The overall aim is to develop both an understanding of enterprise and an „entrepreneurial culture‟ amongst final year SSTO undergraduates who have a desire to establish their own business venture and / or pursue self-employment as a career option.

(Adventure Pathway – One or both of these must be selected) TL3121 – Sustainable Outdoor Practice This module provides students with the skills and techniques associated with the management of environmental issues and the efficient operation of outdoor activities. It will look at the key issues of water, waste and energy. It will provide an understanding of how an organization’s activities will impact on the environment. How these activities might be altered in order to minimise their impact on the environment and how this can be can be done in a manner that ensures the continued practices of outdoor activity providers. The development of the sustainability agenda has provided significant impetus to the linking of environmental awareness, risk and health assessment and the pedagogical aspects of outdoor leadership. Employers increasingly demand skills in this broader

interpretation of outdoor activities, beyond the development of purely activity-based skills.

TL3130 Sports Brand Management

This module aims to extend students’ knowledge and understanding of the role of sports marketing for sports brands and brands involved in marketing through sport. Making use of contemporary research, students will critically explore and evaluate a range of diverse theories and perspectives on the rapidly developing subject of brand management in sport. This module will synthesise research and practice to challenge students to problem solve in applying branding theory to the global sporting environment.

TL 3142 – PSE Development through Outdoor Activities.

2.2.1 Progression Discussions about your progression through the course normally take place in February each year. It is an opportunity for you to make plans for your study over the next academic year. The course team will tell you about the various modules / combinations available and you will both agree on the most appropriate (and legal) course of study for you.

2.3 Study Time

2.3.1 Weekly timetable You will have a personalised online timetable which you can access via https://apps.uclan.ac.uk/WeeklyTimetable/.

Please be aware that your timetable may vary throughout the academic year; therefore it is vital that you check your timetable on a regular basis.

2.3.2 Expected hours of study Students often ask about the workload on the Course.

The contact time with module tutors (or duration of online learning materials, in the case of distance learning students) is not the total number of learning hours. The contact time is simply the number of teaching hours and is a fraction of the total learning hours. The total number of learning hours includes personal study hours.

The total number of learning hours depends on the level of study. Full-time students should at all levels expect to engage in no less than 36 hours of learning and study each week. The following table outlines the key components of the approximate learning hours.

Full-time:

Activity

Lectures, seminars, workshops / online learning sessions

Personal learning and study, library research, writing assignments

Total workload per week

Part-time:

Activity

Total number of hours

12 hours

24 hours 36 hours

Total number of hours

Online learning sessions Personal learning and study, library research, writing assignments

6 hours

6-12 hours

Total workload per week 12-18 hours

2.3.3 Attendance Requirements You are required to attend all timetabled learning activities for each module. Students should report non-attendance to the hub email – GreenbankHubAttendance@uclan.ac.uk or by telephoning the hub on 01772 891998 or 01772 891999.

For international students with a PBS visa you MUST attend your course of study regularly; under PBS, UCLan is obliged to tell UKBA if you withdraw from a course, defer or suspend your studies, or if you fail to attend the course regularly.

If you have not gained the required authorisation for leave of absence, do not respond to communications from the University and if you are absent for four weeks or more, you may be deemed to have withdrawn from the course. If this is the case, then the date of withdrawal will be recorded as the last day of attendance.

The School of Sport and Wellbeing will monitor your attendance on a weekly basis to ensure that you are continuing to fully engage in your programme of study, if your attendance is poor than you will be referred and asked to attend a meeting with your course team, it is important that you respond to any correspondence regarding this. Y o u will be able to check your own attendance record through your myUCLan.

Each time you are asked to enter your details on SAM you must remember that the University has a responsibility to keep information up to date and that you must only enter your own details on the system. To enter any other names would result in inaccurate records and be dishonest. Any student who is found to make false entries can be disciplined under the student guide to regulations.

2.4 Data Protection All of the personal information obtained from you and other sources in connection with your studies at the University will be held securely and will be used by the University both during your course and after you leave the University for a variety of purposes. These are all explained during the enrolment process at the commencement of your studies. If you would like a more detailed explanation of the University’s policy on the use and disclosure of personal information, please contact the Information Governance Officer, Clerk to the Board Service, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE or email DPFOIA@uclan.ac.uk.

3. Approaches to teaching and learning

3.1 Expertise of staff The team involved in teaching on the programme are well qualified both academically and by their work experience. You are encouraged to read the mini biographies of staff on the School web page, including information about their publications.

Dr. Ingrid Griffiths, Senior Lecturer Sports Business Management

Course Leader - MSc Sports Business Management

Module Tutor: The Sports Business, Dissertation

Greenbank 143 Tel: 01772 894925

Email: IGriffiths@uclan.ac.uk

Denis Pressler, Lecturer Sports Economics and Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Sports Economics; Research Methods for Sport

Greenbank 158 Tel: 01772 895712

Email: dpressler@uclan.ac.uk

Tony Keaveny, Lecturer Sports Marketing and Sports Business Management Course Leader - BSc Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Principles and Practice of Sports

Greenbank 147

Tel: 01772 894909

Email: AKeaveny@uclan.ac.uk

Sadie Hollins, Lecturer Sports Studies Module

Tutor: Research Methods for Sport

Greenbank 163 Tel: 01772 894912

Email: shollins2@uclan.ac.uk

Dr. Sue Minten, Senior Lecturer Sports Business Management

Module Leader: Personal and Professional Development in Sport; The Sports Business; Managing People in Sport

Greenbank 143 Tel: 01772 894927

Email: sminten@uclan.ac.uk

Nick Passenger, Senior Lecturer Sports Studies

Module Leader: Consultancy Project

Greenbank 154 Tel: 01772 895890

Email: nspassenger@uclan.ac.uk

3.2 Learning and teaching methods The BSc in Sports Business Management is a demanding curriculum both in terms of academic challenge and time. To take full advantage of the programme, students must demonstrate commitment to the modules, subject disciplines, staff and other members of the group. Students will be exposed to a diverse range of teaching within and across modules. In addition, students will also benefit from working in teams and groups. Hence students will have the advantage of learning from staff who are experts in their field and from each other. The role of technology is also important and whilst students will broaden their technological skills, it will also form part of the teaching process.

On-Campus Students:

To allow students to fully engage, the teaching and learning has been organised so that students can optimise their learning time. Much of the formal teaching that takes place on the programme is concentrated on two days: Thursdays and Fridays. The concentration of teaching during these two days means that learning is highly intensive. The teaching on these days is organised as a combination of lectures, seminars, computer workshops, debates and discussions and research presentations. The teaching and learning is highly interactive and students are encouraged to take a leading role in their learning and actively participate.

Students on the part-time programme will in their first academic session complete the “Thursday” programme. This is followed up with the “Friday” programme the following academic session. Having successfully completed these, students may progress by undertaking the dissertation.

Distance Learning Students (where applicable):

To allow students to fully engage, the teaching and learning has been organised in a flexible online format so that students can access resources from anywhere with an Internet connection and at any time. The online materials take a variety of forms, including text- based materials, audio and video resources, podcasts, directed readings, student-led research presentations and online activities. Communication within the course will be facilitated via a variety of means, including email, telephone, Skype, Blackboard (discussion boards and chat), Adobe Connect and other online communications media. The sessions are designed to be interactive and students are encouraged to engage fully with all of the activities and tasks.

3.3 Study skills There are a variety of services to support students and these include WISER https://portal.uclan.ac.uk/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp?tab_tab_group_id=_33_1 LIS https://portal.uclan.ac.uk/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp?tab_tab_group_id=_25_1

3.4 Learning resources

3.4.1 Learning Information Services (LIS) Extensive resources are available to support your studies provided by LIS – library and IT staff. Take advantage of the free training sessions designed to enable you to gain all the skills you need for your research and study.

3.4.2 Electronic Resources LIS provide access to a huge range of electronic resources – e-journals and databases, e-books, images and texts.

Furthermore, interactive learning packages will be made available on Blackboard to support your studies.

3.5 Personal development planning Personal development planning is undertaken during the Personal and Professional Development in Sport module.

3.6 Preparing for your career Your future is important to us, so to make sure that you achieve your full potential whilst at university and beyond, your course has been designed with employability learning integrated into it. This is not extra to your degree, but an important part of it which will help you to show future employers just how valuable your degree is. These “Employability Essentials” take you on a journey of development that will help you to write your own personal story of your time at university:

• To begin with, you will explore your identity, your likes and dislikes, the things that are important to you and what you want to get out of life.

• Later, you will investigate a range of options including jobs and work experience, postgraduate study and self- employment,

• You will then be ready to learn how to successfully tackle the recruitment process.

You will be able to record your journey using PebblePad, the university’s e-portfolio system, which will leave you with a permanent record of all the fantastic things you have achieved during your time at UCLan.

It’s your future: take charge of it!

Careers offers a range of support for you including:- • career and employability advice and guidance appointments • support to find work placements, internships, voluntary opportunities, part-time

employment and live projects

• workshops, seminars, modules, certificates and events to develop your skills Daily drop in service available from 09:00-17:00 for CV checks and initial careers information. For more information come along and visit the team (in Foster building near the main entrance) or access our careers and employability resources via the Student Portal.

4. Student support, guidance and conduct

4.1 Student Support The 'i' is a central Student Information Centre and your first point of contact. You can obtain information on a wide range of topics including Council Tax Exemption Certificates, Bank and Confirmation of Study Letters, Portable Financial Credits, (continuing students only, Printing and Printer Credit, UCLan Cards, the ‘I’ shop and UCLan Financial Support Bursary (first year students only). Student Engagement Assistants (SEAs) will be members of the Student Support and Wellbeing Team in SASS, and will play a vital role in providing a student-friendly

access point to the wider specialist support services. The SEAs will be based within the Student Support Hub in Foster Building 058, and will also operate from the „I‟ Information Point in the Library. They will meet students who need help and support and any queries which can be handled immediately will be dealt with there and then. Where the issue is more complex or sensitive the SEAs will provide one to one wellbeing appointments and / or refer onto the appropriate service (internal or external). Wellbeing appointments will be available daily; some will be pre-booked, but there will also be appointments kept free to book on the day. Your Academic Support Tutor is Maggie Ferguson, MFerguson1@uclan.ac.uk. There is a centralised Student and Academic Support Service which has The 'i' Student Information Centre as its first point of contact. You can obtain information on a wide range of topics including student administration such as Council Tax and letters to verify your status. The “i‟ can also direct you to the right place to find information on Scholarships, Counselling, Student Finance, Mentoring, Disability Advice, Independent Academic Advice, International Advice, Multi Faith Centre, Pre School Centre, Medical Centre and general life in Preston.

4.2 Students with disabilities If you have a disability that may affect your studies, please either contact the Disability Advisory Service - disability@uclan.ac.uk - or let one of the course team know as soon as possible. With your agreement information will be passed on to the Disability Advisory Service. The University will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate your needs and to provide appropriate support for you to complete your study successfully. Where necessary, you will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.

Assessment arrangements for students with a disability Arrangements are made for students who have a disability/learning difficulty for which valid supporting evidence can be made available. Contact the Disability Adviser for advice and information, disability@uclan.ac.uk The disability contact for the School is: TBC.

4.3 Health and Safety As a student of the University you are responsible for the safety of yourself and for that of others around you. You must understand and follow all the regulations and safety codes necessary for a safe campus environment. Please help to keep it safe by reporting any incidents, accidents or potentially unsafe situations to a member of staff as soon as possible. Safety assessments have been undertaken for each module of your course and you will be advised of all applicable safety codes and any specific safety issues during the induction to your course and modules. You must ensure that you understand and apply all necessary safety codes. These form an essential element of your personal development and contribute to the safety of others.

4.4 Conduct You will be expected to abide by the Regulations for the Conduct of Students in the University. UCLan expects you to behave in a respectful manner demonstrated by using appropriate language in class, and switching mobile phones / other devices off prior to attending classes. If your behaviour is considered to be unacceptable, any member of staff is able to issue an informal oral warning and the University will support staff by invoking formal procedures

where necessary. You can read more about UCLan expectations in the regulations for the Conduct of Students.

4.5 Students’ Union The Students’ Union is the representative body for all UCLan students. The organisation exists separately from the University and is led by the elected officers of the Student Affairs Committee (SAC) as well as representatives on the Students’ Council. The Students’ Union building is located at the heart of the Preston campus, and is the hub for all student activities. Representation and campaigning for students’ rights is at the core of what we do and is encompassed by our tag line of, Making Life Better for Students. Should you wish to make a change to any aspect of your student experience, whether it be academically related or not, then the Union is where your voice can be heard, actions taken, or campaigns launched. Your Union is also the home to a fantastic range of student-led societies, sports teams and multitudes of volunteering opportunities. You can also receive help in finding part-time work, whilst you study. Not sure where to go pop into the Opportunities Centre on the ground floor of the Students’ Union building and someone will point you in the right direction. We hope your time at University is trouble free, but should you come into difficulties around anything from academic appeals, to issues with housing, benefits or debt, then our dedicated staff team in the Advice and Representation Centre are on hand to help. As we are independently run from the university, we can offer truly impartial advice. More information on all these things, as well as details about all our (not-for-profit) commercial services, including our student supermarket (Essentials) and student-bar (Source) can be found at http://www.uclansu.co.uk/. The Opportunities Centre is the Union’s One Stop Shop to find employment or volunteering whilst you study. With thousands of jobs and voluntary positions advertised, agency work through the Bridge and information on over 2000 volunteer positions within the Union. As one of the thousands of students who are not studying on the main UCLan campus in Preston, the Students Union is still your union, please check http://www.uclansu.co.uk/ for full details on what we may be running in your partner institution.

5. Assessment Please note that all modules will be assessed. You are expected to attempt all required assessments for each module for which you are registered, and to do so at the times scheduled unless authorised extensions, special arrangements for disability, or extenuating circumstances allow you to defer your assessment.

5.1 Assessment Strategy Assignments allow you to develop your own arguments and conclusions related to set tasks as there are often many possible solutions to a particular problem. Assessment is largely based on the ability to demonstrate clearly which approach you have taken and why.

The most appropriate method of assessment for each module has been selected in order

to meet the specified learning outcomes outlined in the module information pack. Assessment methods used include: • Essays • Reports • Oral and multimedia presentations (individual and group) • Consultancy activity • Debates • Dissertations

The course team have devised the assessment strategy with the needs of the sports industry in mind. The emphasis towards group work and presentation skills reflects the needs and abilities of the industry more adequately than conventional examinations. You would be expected therefore to have a professional approach to a wide range of assessment situations.

All BSc work is assessed against specific criteria that relate to a nationally set framework. Module Information Packs will also include specific assessment criteria for each piece of assessment that will complement the overall criteria.

5.2 Notification of assignments and examination arrangements All of the hand-in deadlines for formal assessments are published in the Module Information Packs at the start of the academic year. It is your responsibility to manage the research, synthesis and production of your assignments throughout the year to ensure you submit within the hand-in deadlines. Lead lectures, seminars and applied practicals are designed to support your assignment submission and failure to attend any of these sessions may result in module tutors not offering additional individual tutorials.

5.3 Referencing Learning to be an effective student is also about learning to be an effective academic. In other words, it is important to understand the ways that effective academics carry out their work. Referencing is carried out by all academics in a specific way appropriate to their discipline. Students‟ work becomes professional and demonstrates higher levels of academic attainment if methods and modes of referencing are learnt. If referencing is not learnt and applied, students will be deemed to be incompetent academics at first glance and this generally leads to a loss of substantial marks.

Essentially the purpose of referencing is to ensure that presented work is substantiated with and supported by appropriate theories and evidence. By referencing, presented work for the most part becomes more reliable and valid. As a result, examiners are more likely to award greater credit to students for their work.

The need to reference occurs at either of two specific moments. If any ideas “that belong to an author” are being expressed, they must be identified as belonging to that author. If any words are being written from the words of the author, then these must be clearly identified as not the students’ but the author’s. There must be no doubt in the examiners mind as to when your words and ideas start and finish and where the words and ideas of others are included.

Another key moment is when specific ideas that are being presented in assignments need substantiating and justifying. This can often be done by using the work of others to provide evidence and support for the ideas that are being presented.

Throughout your masters, referencing should occur in the majority of written work (and presentations too). If there is any doubt, students must seek guidance from their module tutors.

Referencing within assignments can take many different forms. The Harvard style of referencing is the style that must be adopted in your academic work unless it has been specified otherwise. The following are some of the more common approaches and techniques within the style.

A common approach is to directly or explicitly quote the work of other academic(s) or author(s). It is normal for the direct quotation to be placed in quotation marks, followed by the surname of the author(s), the year of the publication and the page number(s) where the quote may be found.

Where the extract is longer than three lines of normal text, it is convention to have the quote as a separate paragraph indented from the left and right margins without quotation marks.

An alternative is to make reference to the work of others indirectly. In this case quotations marks are not used and the page number is omitted. There are numerous sources of information in the University library on referencing.

The list of references that has been used in compiling the work follows the conclusion to a piece of academic work. Note: This is not called a bibliography. The reference list will include all the references that have been used in the study. In addition, it should NOT include additional reading that has not been referred to or referenced in the study. All entries in the reference list must be in alphabetical order.

Further information regarding “How to Reference” can be found using the following link – referencing. It is strongly recommended that you visit this website.

UCLan also has a web-based reference management tool called RefWorks that has comprehensive details of all the referencing styles (including journal house styles) that students may want to use. It includes guidance for all types of materials that might be referenced, and covers both in-text citations and bibliographies. LIS provide group training and also one-to-one support for using this product, all of which can be organised through contacting the library. Further information on reference management and RefWorks is available from the UCLan Library: http://www.uclan.ac.uk/students/library/reference_management.php

5.4 Confidential material Students must be aware of their ethical and legal responsibilities to respect confidentiality and maintain the anonymity of individuals and organisations within their assignments.

5.5 Dealing with difficulties in meeting assessment deadlines Assignments must be submitted no later than the date on your assignment instructions / brief. If you anticipate that you will have difficulty in meeting assessment deadlines or you have missed or are likely to miss in-semester tests you must report this at the earliest possible opportunity to Authorisation of the late submission of work requires written permission. Your School is authorised to give permission for one extension period of between 1 and 10 working days where appropriate evidence of good reason has been accepted and where submission within this timescale would be reasonable taking into account your circumstances (Academic Regulations). You should complete and submit an extension request form, with any supporting evidence, to your Hub. Further information is available on the Student Portal at: https://www.uclan.ac.uk/students/study/examinations_and_awards/extenuating_circumstances.php We aim to let you know if the extension has been granted within 1 working day of the receipt of the request. If you are unable to submit work within 10 working days after the submission date due to verifiable extenuating circumstances, you may submit a case for consideration in accordance with the University’s Policies and Procedures on Extenuating Circumstances (Academic Regulations and Assessment Handbook).

5.5.1 Extenuating circumstances Some students face significant events in their personal life that occur after their course has started, which have a greater impact on their students than can be solved by the use of an extension. If this applies to you, the University is ready to support you both with regard to your course and your personal wellbeing through a process called Extenuating Circumstances (see Academic Regulations and Assessment Handbook). Normally extenuating circumstances will relate to a change in your circumstances since you commenced your course, which have had a significant, adverse effect on your studies. Everyday occurrences such as colds or known conditions such as hay-fever will not qualify unless the effects are unusually severe and this is corroborated by a medical note. The University does not look sympathetically on absences or delays caused by holiday commitments or by work commitments in the case of full-time students. The normal work commitments of part-time students would not constitute an extenuating circumstance. A disability or learning difficulty does not constitute an extenuating circumstance (see Academic Regulations). Further information is available on the Student Portal at: https://www.uclan.ac.uk/students/study/examinations_and_awards/extenuating_circumstances.php You can apply for extenuating circumstances online via myUCLan. You must apply no later than 3 days after any examination or assessment submission date. Do not wait until you receive your assessment results to submit a claim. It is in your own interests to submit the claim as soon as possible.

You will be expected to re-submit claims for extenuating circumstances for each semester. All evidence that is provided relating to extenuating circumstances will be treated in a sensitive and confidential manner. Supporting evidence will not be kept for longer than is necessary and will be destroyed shortly after the end of the current academic year. Further information about the submission process is available at: https://www.uclan.ac.uk/students/study/examinations_and_awards/extenuating_circumstance_submission.php In determining assessment recommendations, Assessment Boards will consider properly submitted claims from students who believe their performance has been adversely affected by extenuating circumstances. N.B. Assessment Boards are not permitted to alter individual assessment marks to take account of extenuating circumstances (Academic Regulations and Assessment Handbook).

5.5.2 Late submissions If you submit work late and unauthorised, a universal penalty will be applied in relation to your work:

• If you submit work within 5 working days following the published submission date you will obtain the minimum pass mark for that element of assessment.

• Work submitted later than 5 working days after the published submission date will be awarded a mark of 0% for that element of assessment.

• Unauthorised late submission at resubmission will automatically be awarded a mark of 0% for that element of assessment.

5.6 Feedback Following Assessments UCLan is committed to giving you clear, legible and informative feedback for all your assessments (Academic Regulations). You are expected to review and reflect on your feedback and learn from each experience to improve your performance as you progress though the course. For courses except distance learning You will be provided with generic feedback for in-module formative and summative elements of assessment which contribute to a module within 15 working days of the scheduled submission or examination date. Generic feedback on end of module assessment and dissertations will be made available within 15 days of publication of results. Feedback may be oral, written, posted on a website or other. For distance learning courses: You will be provided with generic feedback for in-module formative and summative elements of assessment which contribute to a module within 20 working days of the scheduled submission or examination date. Generic feedback on end of module assessment and dissertations will be made available within 20 days of publication of results. Feedback may be oral, written, posted on a website or other.

5.7 Cheating, plagiarism, collusion or re-presentation You are required to sign a declaration indicating that individual work submitted for an assessment is your own. If you attempt to influence the standard of the award you obtain through cheating, plagiarism or collusion, it will be considered as a serious academic and disciplinary offence as described within the Academic Regulations and the Assessment Handbook .

• Cheating is any deliberate attempt to deceive and covers a range of offences described in the Assessment Handbook.

• Plagiarism describes copying from the works of another person without suitably attributing the published or unpublished works of others. This means that all quotes, ideas, opinions, music and images should be acknowledged and referenced within your assignments.

• Collusion is an attempt to deceive the examiners by disguising the true authorship of an assignment by copying, or imitating in close detail another student’s work - this includes with the other student’s consent and also when 2 or more students divide the elements of an assignment amongst themselves and copy one another’s answers. It does not include the normal situation in which you learn from your peers and share ideas, as this generates the knowledge and understanding necessary for each individual to independently undertake an assignment; nor should it be confused with group work on an assignment which is specifically authorised in the assignment brief.

• Re-presentation is an attempt to gain credit twice for the same piece of work.

The process of investigation and penalties which will be applied can be reviewed in the Assessment Handbook. If an allegation is found to be proven then the appropriate penalty will be implemented: In the case of a single offence of cheating, plagiarism, collusion or re-presentation:

• the penalty will be 0% for the element of assessment, and an overall fail for the module.

• the plagiarised element of assessment must be resubmitted to the required standard and the mark for the module following resubmission will be restricted to the minimum pass mark.

• when it is detected for the first time on a resubmission for an already failed module, no further resubmission for the module will be permitted, and the appropriate fail grade will be awarded.

In the event of a repeat offence of cheating, plagiarism, collusion or re-presentation (irrespective of whether the repeat offence involves the same form of unfair means) on the same or any other module within the course:

• the appropriate penalty will be 0% for the module with no opportunity for re-assessment. This penalty does not preclude you being able to retake the module in a subsequent year.

The penalties will apply if you transfer from one UCLan course to another during your period of study and module credits gained on the former course are transferred to the current course. Contact the Students’ Union Advice and Representation Centre by emailing: suadvice@uclan.ac.uk for support and guidance.

5.8 Appeals against assessment board decisions If you consider that you have a reason to appeal against an assessment board decision, please bear in mind that your reasons must fall within the grounds specified in the University Academic Regulations: Section I. You cannot appeal simply because you disagree with the mark given. The specified grounds for appeal are:

1. that an Assessment Board has given insufficient weight to extenuating circumstances;

2. that the student’s academic performance has been adversely affected by extenuating circumstances which the student has, for good reason, been unable to make known to the Assessment Board;

3. that there has been a material administrative error at a stage of the examining process, or that some material irregularities have occurred;

4. that the assessment procedure and/or examinations have not been conducted in accordance with the approved regulations.

If you want to appeal, then you must do so within 14 days of your results being published. The onus is on you to find out your results and submit your appeal on time. Contact the Students' Union Advice and Representation Centre by emailing: suadvice@uclan.ac.uk for support and guidance.

6. Course regulations

6.1 Course requirements In order to achieve a Degree with Hons in Sports Business Management students are expected to fulfil all the requirements of the programme. Students must complete all the compulsory modules indicated in the course structure and must achieve in total the required number of modules as indicated in academic regulations.

6.2 Classification of Awards The University publishes the principles underpinning the way in which awards and results are decided in Academic Regulations. Decisions about the overall classification of awards are made by Assessment Boards through the application of the academic and relevant course regulations. It is based on the Average Percentage Mark (APM) or, at the discretion of the Course Assessment Board, on the basis of your overall profile and performance subject to the minimum requirements detailed in H4.12:

Grading - All modules at Level 5 or above have a pass mark of 40%

1. The Average Percentage Mark (APM) of your level 5 and 6 modules (generally taken in years 2 and 3 of a full time course) weighted 30:70.

Or 2. Your Average Percentage Mark in year 3 only (i.e. your level 6 modules)

Borderline APMs Students will be considered for profiling within the following range ‘borderline’ APMs:

1. A minimum of 3 modules (60 credits) at level 6 are in the classification band and 2. The APM is no lower than 2 percentage points below that required for the

higher classification.

However, according to the regulations APMs of x9.5 and above will automatically be rounded to the number above and the higher award granted.

Regulations state that a least half out of the 6 taught modules at Level 6 and the dissertation should be in the higher classification in order to consider moving a student up.

‘Profiling’ Influences on Borderline Decisions in the School of Sport and Wellbeing

Three specific ‘influencers’ are used in creating a „Profile‟ for borderline students informing the assessment board’s decision. These relate to:

(i) considerable evidence of exit velocity, i.e. performance at level 6; (ii) placement performance (where applicable); (iii) performance on independent work at level 6.

7. Student voice You can play an important part in the process of improving the quality of this course through the feedback you give. In addition to the on-going discussion with the course team throughout the year, there are a range of mechanisms for you to feedback about your experience of teaching and learning. We aim to respond to your feedback and let you know of our plans for improvement. The Students’ Union can support you in voicing your opinion, provide on-going advice and support, and encourage your involvement in all feedback opportunities. They will be requesting that you complete the National Student Survey (during semester 2 for students in their final year of study) or the UCLan Student Survey (all other students). The Students’ Union and University work closely together to ensure that the student voice is heard in all matters of student-life. We encourage students to provide constructive feedback throughout their time at university, through course reps, surveys and any other appropriate means, The Union’s Student Affairs Committee (SAC), members of Students’ Council and School Presidents each have particular representative responsibilities, and are involved with decision making committees as high as the University Board. Therefore it is very important students engage with the democratic processes of the Students’ Union and elect the students they see as most able to represent them.

7.1 Course Representatives and School Presidents A course representative is a student who represents their fellow students’ views and opinions to the course team, school, university and students’ union. Course representatives work proactively and diplomatically to improve the academic and non-academic experiences of students. The role of a course representative is extremely beneficial to both students on your course and the university. It enables students to have ownership of their student experience and voice their opinions and share positive practice with the course team, primarily the Student Staff Liaison Committee Meetings (see below).

Course representatives will be elected every year either in April or September. Alongside receiving recognition, support and respect being a course representative is a great opportunity to enhance your employability skills. If you are interested in becoming a course representative and wish to find out more about the role visit the Students’ Union website or by emailing: coursereps@uclan.ac.uk. School Presidents meanwhile are annually elected representatives who voice the opinions of students within each school. They communicate and engage with students in their school to gain feedback and work in partnership with senior management to create positive change. They are also trained to support and signpost course representatives where needed. If you wish to find out who is your School President or more about the role visit the Students’ Union website or email: coursereps@uclan.ac.uk

Student Voice

7.2 Student Staff Liaison Committee meetings (SSLC)

The purpose of a SSLC meeting is to provide the opportunity for course representatives to feedback to staff about the course, the overall student experience and to inform developments which will improve future courses. These meetings are normally scheduled once per semester. Meetings will be facilitated using guidelines and a record of the meeting will be provided with any decisions and / or responses made and / or actions taken as a result of the discussions held. The meetings include discussion of items forwarded by course representatives, normally related to the following agenda items (dependent on time of year). The course team encourage student feedback in all areas and recognise that additional items for discussion may also be raised at the meeting

• Update on actions completed since the last meeting • Feedback about the previous year – discussion of external examiner’s report;

outcomes of National /UCLan student surveys. • Review of enrolment / induction experience; • Course organisation and management (from each individual year group, and

the course overall); • Experience of modules - teaching, assessment, feedback; • Experience of academic support which may include e.g. Personal

Development Planning, academic advisor arrangements; • Other aspects of University life relevant to student experience e.g. learning

resources, IT, library; • Any other issues raised by students or staff.

7.3 Complaints The University recognises that there may be occasions when you have cause for complaint about the service you have received, when this happens, the complaints procedure is intended to provide an accessible, fair and straightforward system which ensures as effective, prompt and appropriate response. Click on this link for more information Complaints Procedure

8. Appendices

8.1 Programme Specification

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE

Programme Specification

This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.

Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17

1. Awarding Institution / Body

University of Central Lancashire

2. Teaching Institution and Location of Delivery

University of Central Lancashire, Preston Campus.

3. University School/Centre

School of Sport and Wellbeing

4. External Accreditation

5. Title of Final Award

BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management Specialist pathway: BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management (Adventure)

6. Modes of Attendance offered

3 years full time or 4 years full time with internship and part-time

7. UCAS Code

C620

8. Relevant Subject Benchmarking Group(s)

Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism General Business and Management National Occupation Standards / FHEQ

9. Other external influences

CIMSPA - (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity)

10. Date of production/revision of this form

February 2015

11. Aims of the Programme BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management

• To provide an intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant programme that will enable students to gain skills, knowledge and experience that will prepare them for employment or entrepreneurship within the sports sector.

• To provide applied national or international learning opportunities assisting students to become leaders and managers within sport and related sector industries.

• To enable and develop on-going critical evaluation and analysis of contemporary management of sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers.

• To promote an ethos of self-reflection and self-development enabling the identification of the importance of continual development needs and strategies for achievement.

• To develop critical problem solvers who are capable of analysing operational and strategic issues to provide innovative sustainable business solutions.

BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management (Adventure) • To provide an intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant programme that will enable

students to gain skills, practical considerations, knowledge and experience that will prepare them for employment or entrepreneurship within the adventure sports sector.

• To facilitate applied research and philosophical knowledge allowing students to appreciate and

critically evaluate the key aspects of the adventure environment and the impact of effective management.

• To enable and develop on-going critical evaluation and analysis of contemporary management of adventure sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers.

• To promote an ethos of self-reflection and self-development enabling the identification of the

importance of continual development needs and strategies for achievement. • To develop critical problem solvers who are capable of analysing operational and strategic

issues to provide innovative sustainable business solutions.

12. Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods A. Knowledge and Understanding A1. Critically appraise contemporary management concepts, research and issues applied to sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. A2. Analyse and develop a series of multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge that can be creatively applied within a variety of sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers and global sports environments. A3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs and behaviours or participating individuals and communities and the cultures, economies and environments within which sport takes place. A4. Critically appraise the dynamic contexts and environments within which sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers operate and their operational and strategic interactions. Teaching and Learning Methods Lead lectures, tutor and student led seminars, workshops, tutorials, industry speakers, eLearn and computer based self-paced learning, self directed learning, international study opportunities, placements within industry. Assessment methods Formative and summative: single and group presentations, multimedia presentations, written seen/unseen examinations, time constrained in-class assessments, reports and essays, dissertation/ project/business plan, journal articles and peer assessments B. Subject-specific skills B1. Demonstrate an integrated approach to the principles and practices of contemporary management within sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. B2. Employ appropriate strategies for effective critical evaluation of management concepts and issues applied to sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers within sport specific national and international contexts. B3. Deliver effective and sustainable creative and innovative solutions to contemporary sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. B4. Communicate appropriately and effectively relevant concepts with sports individuals, communities, businesses, organisations and enterprises. BSC (Hons) Sports Business Management (Adventure) – pathway

B1. Demonstrate an integrated approach to the principles and practices of contemporary management within adventure sports environments, businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. B2. Employ appropriate strategies for effective critical evaluation of philosophical approaches, management concepts and issues applied to adventure sports environments, businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers within sport specific national and international contexts. B3. Deliver effective and sustainable creative and innovative solutions to contemporary adventure sports businesses, organisations, enterprises and providers. B4. Communicate appropriately and effectively relevant concepts with adventure sports individuals, communities, businesses, organisations and enterprises. Teaching and Learning Methods Lead lectures, tutor and student led seminars, workshops, tutorials, industry speakers, site visits to industry, problem based scenarios, eLearn and computer based self-paced learning, self directed learning, international study opportunities, placements within industry. Assessment methods Formative and summative: single and group presentations, multimedia presentations, written seen/unseen examinations, time constrained in-class assessments, reports and essays, dissertation/ project/business plan, journal articles and peer assessments. C. Thinking Skills

C1. Critically analyse and interpret a broad perspective of theoretical and vocationally relevant research from a substantive body of knowledge of effectively apply to sports business management. C2. Employ critical, analytical, problem-based and reasoning skills in an academic and vocational context. Teaching and Learning Methods Lead lectures, tutor and student led seminars, workshops, tutorials, industry speakers, site visits to industry, problem based scenarios, eLearn and computer based self-paced learning, self-directed learning, international study opportunities, placements within industry. Assessment methods Formative and summative: single and group presentations, multimedia presentations, written seen/unseen examinations, time constrained in-class assessments, reports and essays, dissertation/ project/business plan, journal articles and peer assessments. D. Other skills relevant to employability and personal development D1. Apply critical self-reflection and awareness to continuing personal and professional self-development. D2. An ability to continually enhance contemporary skills necessary for both autonomous practice and collaborative working. Teaching and Learning Methods Lead lectures, tutor and student led seminars, workshops, tutorials, industry speakers, site visits to industry, problem based scenarios, eLearn and computer based self-paced learning, self-directed learning, international study opportunities, placements within industry. Assessment methods Formative and summative: single and group presentations, multimedia presentations, written seen/unseen examinations, time constrained in-class assessments, reports and essays, dissertation/ project/business plan, journal articles and peer assessments.

13. Programme Structures*

14. Awards and Credits*

Level Module Code

Module Title Credit rating

Level 6

TL3148 TL3149 TL3000 TL3104 XS3910 TL3138 TL3102 XS3900 TL3082 TL3130 TL3101 TL3148 TL3149 TL3000 TL3104 XS3910 TL3138

TL3102 XS3900 TL3121 TL3142

Management and Professional Development (Comp) Contemporary Issues in Sports Business Management (Comp) Strategic Sports Business Management (Comp) Choose one (Comp) Consultancy Project Research Project Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and The Outdoors Dissertation Dissertation Sport and Leisure Events (O) Sports Brand Management (O) Internship

20 20 20 20 20 20 40 40 40 20 20 20 120

Bachelor Honours Degree BSc Sports Business Management; BSc Sports Business Management (Adventure) Requires 360 credits including a minimum of 220 at Level 5 or above and 100 at Level 6 Bachelor Honours Degree (sandwich) BSc Sports Business Management; BSc Sports Business Management (Adventure) Requires 360 credits including a minimum of 220 at Level 5 or above and 100 at Level 6. In addition TL3101 must be passed with a notional credit rating of 120 credits. Bachelor Degree BSc Sports Business Management; BSc Sports Business Management (Adventure) Requires 320 credits including a minimum of 220 at Level 5 or above and 100 at Level 6

Adventure Pathway: Management and Professional Development (Comp) Contemporary Issues in Sports Business Management (Comp) Strategic Sports Business Management (Comp) Choose one (Comp) Consultancy Project Research Project Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and The Outdoors Dissertation Dissertation Choose one or both (Comp) Sustainable Outdoor Practice (O) PSE Development through outdoor activities (O)

20 20 20 20 20 20 40 40 20 20

Level 5

TL2064 TL2127 TL2063 TL2128 TL2002 TL2050 TL2031 TL2066 TL2105

Sports Business Economics (Comp) Research and Sports Business (Comp) Sports Business Operations (Comp) Human Resource Management for Sport (O) Sports Business Marketing (O) Sport and Tourism (O) The Professional Sport Industry (O) Experiential Learning (O) Sport International Development(O)

20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Diploma of Higher Education in Sports Business Management; Sports Business Management (Adventure) Requires 240 credits including a minimum of 100 at Level 5 or above

TL2127 TL2063 TL2088

TL2128 TL2002 TL2050 TL2066 TL2105

Adventure Pathway: Research and Sports Business (Comp) Sports Business Operations (Comp) Programme Design For Outdoor Activities (Comp) Human Resource Management for Sport (O) Sports Business Marketing (O) Sports Tourism (O) Experiential Learning (O) Sport International Development (O)

20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Level 4

TL1095 TL1101 TL1037 TL1098 TL1096 TL1825 TL1017 AL****

TL1075

Managing Sports Finance Comp) The Sports Business Manager (Comp) Introduction to Sports Business Management (Comp) The Sports Business Consumer (Comp) The Sports Business Environment (Comp) Sport Law: An Introduction (O) Event Planning and Management (O) Language (O)

20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Certificate of Higher Education in Sports Business Management; Sports Business management (Adventure) Requires 120 credits at Level 4 or above

Adventure Pathway: Managing Risk in Adventure (Comp) Exceptionally, students may take up to one 20 credit option at Stage 1 and up to one 20 credit option at Stage 2 from the School’s module catalogue provided that the option contributes to the learning outcomes of the programme. Permission of the Course Leader is required.

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Students undertaking the Adventure Sports pathway will, if and where appropriate, be encouraged to undertake practical activities to support the programme of study through Scheduled Enhancement Activities provided by the UCLan Outdoor Centre.

15. Personal Development Planning Personal and professional development planning exits as a fundamental element and is embedded within the course. Where it is embedded, it enables students to develop the ability to reflect upon their own skill base and plan for future and continuing personal and professional development. The elements of personal and professional development are facilitated, practiced, monitored and assessed and are embedded within modules at all levels of the degree course. These elements are complimented by calling upon student experiences within the workplace, international study experiences or other extra-curricular scenarios. There is a strong focus on enhancing the individual students employability and lifelong learning skills, encouraging students to undertake professional qualifications within management alongside their degree. 16. Admissions criteria Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been

made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information. Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter. Achievement of 240 - 260 points in the UCAS tariff. This should include a minimum of two A2 subjects (or equivalent). A demonstrated interest in the outdoor sector and a commitment to furthering academic qualification will also be considered. Non-standard applications are considered on an individual basis and applicants may be interviewed. Many of these courses may involve regular access to children and/or vulnerable adults, also known as regulated activity. Where this is the case, students will be legally required to register with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) which is administered by the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA). Following successful registration individuals will be issued with an ISA registration number which will stay with that person for the rest of their career. Students where English is not the first language need to demonstrate their ability in the English language through obtaining an IELTS score of 5.5 or above or equivalent. 17. Key sources of information about the programme • Course Leader Dr Ingrid Griffiths igriffiths@uclan.ac.uk • University Web site • School Liaison • Course Information • University Prospectus • University Open Days and Applicant Days

18. Curriculum Skills Map Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed

Level Module Code Module Title

Core (C), Compulsory (COMP) or Option (O)

Programme Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and understanding

Subject-specific Skills Thinking Skills

Other skills relevant to employability and

personal development

A1 A2 A3 A4 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 D1 D2 D3 D4

LEVE

L 6

TL3148 Management and Professional development COMP

TL3149

Contemporary Issues in Sports Business Management COMP

TL3000 Strategic Sports Business Management COMP

TL3102 Dissertation O

TL3103 Independent Study Project O

TL3104 Consultancy Project O

TL3082 Sport and Leisure Events O

TL3121 Sustainable Outdoor Practice O

TL3142 PSE Development through Outdoor Activities O

LEV

EL 5

TL2064 Sports Business Economics COMP

TL2127 Research and Sports Business COMP

TL2063 Sports Business Operations COMP

TL2128 Human Resource Management for Sport O

TL2002 Sports Business Marketing O

TL2088 Programme Design for Outdoor Activity COMP

TL2031 The Professional Sport Industry O

TL2066 Experiential Learning O TL2050 Sports Tourism O

TL2105 Sport International Development O

LEVE

L 4

TL1095 Managing Sports Finance COMP

TL1101 The Sports Business Manager COMP

TL1037 Introduction to Sports Business Management COMP

TL1098 The Sports Business Consumer COMP

TL1096 The Sports Business Environment COMP

TL1017 Event Planning and Management O

TL1075 Managing Risk in Adventure O

TL1825 Sports Law: An Introduction O

Note: Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbook