BA (Hons) in
Business Management and its Pathways

The module introduces students to management-centric perspective on organisational behaviour. It is designed to cultivate fundamental skills required for managing individuals and groups within an organisation taking into account diversity and the factors of decent work in organisations. Students will explore the complexities of management in the modern business world and how business become sustainable under the current environmental conditions and responsible with society.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a presentation that highlights the student’ identification of a management problem in a local company as well as recommendations on how to improve the situation. Assessment 2 is an in-class meeting simulation. Students will be assigned a case study of a company and various managerial roles.

The module introduces students to foundational statistical concepts and critical reasoning skills, focusing on the nature and analysis of data relevant to business applications. The module emphasizes the practical use of statistical methods to solve real-world, data-driven problems encountered in business, finance, and management.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an in-class test that covers the fundamental concepts and techniques taught in the first half of the module, ensuring that students have a solid understanding of the basics of statistics. Assessment 2 is a closed-book exam that covers the concepts taught during the entire semester.

This module examines the relationship between businesses and their global environment, highlighting the critical need for sustainable practices and international collaboration. The course emphasizes the transition towards a green economy, the significance of green businesses, and the practical application of Sustainable Development Goals, particularly ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns and fostering global partnerships for sustainable development.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a Group Presentation which assesses students’ research skills for relevant data collection, teamwork abilities, and understanding the concepts, theories and practice of presentation skills. Assessment 2 is a written Individual Report for enabling students to improve their written argumentative skills by using reliable data contrasted with relevant concepts and analytical frameworks.

Principles of Marketing introduces the essentials of marketing (key concepts, methods of analysis, strategies and tactics) critical to managing profitable customer relationships in today’s dynamic and connected environment. The module will introduce marketing strategy and elements of marketing analysis such as customer analysis, company analysis and competitor analysis.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an individual coursework; students will select a specific consumer product or service and conduct a detailed analysis of consumer behaviour related to that offering. Assessment 2 is a group coursework; students will collaborate to develop a comprehensive marketing plan for a selected product or service.

Financial Accounting is an important language of any business. This module will help students develop knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles and concepts related to financial accounting. By the end of the module, students will be able to record financial transactions using double-entry rules, report financial information in the form of financial statements, and analyse financial information. This module is designed to closely align with the syllabus prescribed by the ACCA.

Assessment: As an ACCA-accredited module, it is essential that the assessment methods reflect the demanding exam formats used by ACCA itself. This alignment guarantees that students are not only learning the content but also practicing the types of assessments they will face in their professional qualifications. Successful completion gives our students the right to apply for an ACCA exemption on the corresponding paper. The first assessment is an In-class Test in the form of a closed-book test. The second assessment is an End-of-module Exam, which is designed to evaluate students’ knowledge and understanding of financial accounting with a range of questions within a given time.

The module provides a comprehensive overview of how tourism industry operates to highlight its dynamic and globally interconnected nature. Students will consider key issues and trends of the industry, digital transformations that are changing the way people travel; economic, social-cultural and environmental impacts of tourism and sustainable solutions. Overall, the module balances theory and practice, involves industry practitioners and real business cases to develop life and career skills for one of the largest, dynamic and complex industries.

Assessment: In Assessment 1 students will work in groups to create a video that promotes local destinations, utilising various tourism tools and concepts they have learned. This video will require students to analyse industry trends and growth factors, incorporate practices from diverse tourism stakeholders and service providers, and devise an entrepreneurial response that reflects their understanding of the industry's dynamics. Assessment 2 is an individual report to analyse economic, social-cultural, and environmental impacts with a specific case; to propose a detailed tour including tourism intermediaries.

The module provides a foundational understanding of personal branding, focusing on the creation, development, and management of a personal brand, particularly through social media platforms. Students will explore the key elements of personal branding, including self-assessment, brand identity, and the strategic use of digital tools to enhance their online presence.

Assessment: Assessment 1 comes in the form of an in-module practical exercise and content creation. Students are asked to identify an interesting gap in the market for personal branding. Assessment 2 involves submitting the digital account of the developed personal brand, complete with its content.

This module introduces students to the concepts, principles, and practices of the circular value chain as an alternative perspective that aims to set the foundations for an understanding of a more sustainable use of resources, allowing the shift from the traditional economic and linear model towards a more systemic and ecological view of the value chain.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a Group presentation designed to foster collaboration, critical thinking, and application of circular economy and circular value chain concepts, principles, and theories in addressing challenges in a specific context. Assessment 2 is a case-based exam designed to test students’ ability to apply circular value chain concepts, principles, and theories to specific cases and issues in a constrained time.

This module is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of essential principles and practices in ensuring efficiency, excellence, and continuous improvement within organisations.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a Group presentation in which students are required to conduct research related to quality and operations management practices, find solutions and provide recommendations to quality-related issues and problems of an organisation. Assessment 2 evaluates students’ ability to analyse and apply quality & operations management concepts and models to specific issues and be able to conduct these analyses under a time constraint.

This module is an introduction to both theoretical and practical issues related to the modern banking business, the role and functions of banks in the financial system, how banks are regulated and supervised, and how to analyse banks’ financial statements. During this module, students will be introduced to AI/Fintech issues in banking, environmental finance, Islamic banking, and cryptocurrencies.

Assessment: The first assessment is a group Written Report. The coursework requires students to collaboratively produce a comprehensive written analysis based on key concepts and theoretical frameworks in banking. The second summative assessment is a Seen-Case Examination. This end-of-module examination evaluates students' understanding of advanced banking topics and their ability to analyse and synthesize complex financial data in a timed setting.

The module plays a crucial role in preparing students for a career in the marketing field and/or for further study in this field. It focuses on the application of marketing techniques and the management of a firm’s marketing resources and activities, building on the students’ understanding of basic marketing learned from earlier modules.

Assessment: Assessment 1 requires students to conduct marketing research in teams to identify challenges and opportunities. Students are required to perform an in-depth analysis of qualitative and quantitative data. Assessment 2 requires that students formulate an annual marketing plan based on a chosen brand.

The module focuses on developing students’ knowledge of applied research methods and skills to deploy them for understanding real-world business issues and problems and to make data-based and evidence-based decisions. The module places strong emphasis on data analysis by researching real-world problems and issues related to management, marketing, Human Resource Management (HRM), operations, or finance.

Assessment: The assessment contains two written submissions: a Technical Proposal and a Final Report. For the technical proposal, the students will identify a real-world marketing, management, HRM, finance, or any other business-relevant issue or problem in an organization and propose a method to analyse that problem. The final report is written upon the technical report as it is the result of the cumulative process, This is the full report that students have been working on throughout the semester, with continuing guidance from their supervisor.

The module presents design thinking as a structured, human-centered approach in business that develops the students’ creative mindset. Design thinking employs methodologies of design to address a vast range of challenges in business and society. Students will be challenged to provide sustainable and innovative solutions that create a positive impact on the environment and society.

Assessment: This module is assessed through a Group report. As teams are an important component of Design Thinking Philosophy, the coursework evaluates the students’ ability to provide opportunities to include diverse ideas, efficiency, and time saving.

The main goal of this module is to develop a foundation of financial management concepts. This will enable students to understand how corporations make important investment and financing decisions and how they establish working capital policies. This module in financial management describes the corporation and its operating environment; it will help any future manager to understand how the finances of a company work and how they will interface with finance.

Assessment: Seen-case In-class Test requires students to explain the goals and functions of financial management while analysing financial statements. This format encourages students to engage with real-world financial scenarios, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. Group Project Presentation will involve emphasising the estimation of a firm's cost of capital, the application of working capital management techniques, and the demonstration of the time value of money.

The module covers contemporary management accounting concepts, techniques, and their significance in planning, control, and decision-making. It provides a managerial perspective on internal accounting, teaching students cost accumulation, allocation, and various costing methods such as product, process, and activity-based costing. Further topics include breakeven analysis, contribution margins, pricing decisions, inventory management, operational and capital budgeting, and performance evaluation.

Assessment: As an ACCA-accredited module, it is essential that the assessment methods reflect the demanding exam formats used by ACCA itself. This alignment guarantees that students are not only learning the content but also practicing the types of assessments they will face in their professional qualifications. Successful completion gives our students the right to apply for an ACCA exemption on the corresponding paper. The first assessment is an In-class Test conducted as a closed test. The second assessment is an Exam at the end of the module, which is designed to assess students' knowledge and application of key topics in management accounting.

The module explores the economic dynamics and principles underlying the development of sustainable cities. Students will examine the intersection of urban planning, environmental sustainability, and economic growth, with a focus on the strategies and innovations that contribute to building resilient, eco-friendly urban environments.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an individual report, which requires students to identify a problematic location in Uzbekistan and apply relevant frameworks and concepts to analyse the issue. Assessment 2 involves group work where students build on their individual findings to collaboratively develop a presentation that proposes sustainable solutions for the identified problem.

The module examines key operations of insurance companies, including underwriting, premium calculation, pricing, and the role of claims in setting rates. It explores legal principles, government regulations, and insurance contracts. The module also introduces reinsurance as a risk management tool and familiarises students with insurance concepts and policies in personal and business contexts.

Assessment: In the module, the assessment methods are carefully aligned with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) syllabus to ensure relevance. This alignment ensures that students are not only mastering the content but are also preparing for the types of assessments they will encounter in their professional qualifications. The first assessment is an In-class Test conducted as a closed-book test. The second assessment is an Exam administered at the end of the module.

Students undertake part-time work of their choice, which can be paid or unpaid, equivalent to one day a week or 100 hours over the course of the module. Using a learning contract and a diary, the students will keep a reflective learning log about their experiences at work and relationships to their academic studies. Students should reflect on working practices, indicate work ethics and interactions with colleagues, and create an inclusive work environment.

Assessment: The module is assessed through 100% coursework. Students will submit a portfolio designed to enable the students to demonstrate their employability skills and understanding of their learning and development within an analytical framework and organisations work, informed by literature.

This module is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to analyse complex business cases from multiple perspectives. The module reflects industry demands for graduates proficient in applying popular analytical frameworks to real-world business challenges. Students will explore various case studies, utilising various tools and frameworks, and develop a multifaceted understanding of business scenarios.

Assessment: Assessment 1 involves writing a report based on the chosen organization for developing the case. This task requires students to analyse the case using relevant management, marketing, finance, and economic frameworks. Assessment 2 requires students to design and write their own case study. In this task, students will learn the intricate process of case study development, which involves identifying key business challenges, framing these issues within the context of broader industry and economic trends, and considering multiple perspectives.

This module prepares students for careers in digital business and e-commerce, focusing on e-business ecosystems, digital platforms, and emerging technologies such as AI, big data, blockchain, and cloud computing. It explores e-commerce strategies, cybersecurity, and risk management, equipping students with the skills to analyse how to apply digital technologies, focusing on sustainable e-commerce practices that promote the consumption of eco-friendly products.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an individual presentation. Students will analyse an existing local or international e-commerce business, evaluating its sustainability practices, critical bottlenecks, and the extent of digital/ AI integration. Assessment 2 is a group presentation. This assessment enables students to collaborate effectively, conduct market analysis, and apply digital business strategies. The presentation fosters entrepreneurial thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, which are essential for the digital ecosystem.

The module emphasises the decision-making process through which companies define their competitive position in the market and achieve an advantage against competitors. The module focuses on the rationale and the process for strategic decision-making.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an individual assignment that aims to assess students’ critical thinking while analysing a business and its environment with the use of real-life cases, which they can contrast with the literature. Assessment 2 is a group-based assessment that enables students to perform an in-depth company analysis. In this assessment, the students will analyse a company’s strategic growth process and provide a solution to the problems.

The module aims to offer students a good grounding in corporate finance theory and an appreciation of the related empirical evidence. Concepts and techniques developed in earlier modules are extended and/or applied to problems faced by managers in Corporate Finance. Such problems include working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy, cost of capital, and mergers and acquisitions.

Assessment: Group Project, this group project is designed to assess students' understanding and application of foundational corporate finance concepts. Presentation of Group Project that emphasizes the critical importance of communication and presentation skills in finance. Students will present their findings from the Group Project submitted for Assessment 1.

The Dissertation allows students to research a business issue of their own choice. It provides evidence that students have clear abilities to evaluate and criticize evidence with an emerging ability to apply original insight and thought to the issue under discussion. Students have to demonstrate the development of self-motivation and time-management skills. Students will be trained in the use of diverse AI tools for research that facilitate the process of literature identification, topic refinement, analysis of previous research, and data analysis.

Assessment: The first formative assessment component submission, the Research Proposal, requires students to formulate a clear and focused research question and frame their research within the existing literature on a specific organizational or management phenomenon. The second formative assessment component submission, the Progress Report, is designed to assess the students’ progress toward the objectives set for their dissertation. This report enables students to demonstrate their progress in research, including the final methodology and the collection, processing, and initial analysis of data.

The module simulates practical business situations as would be experienced by people planning to set up their own business. Students will identify business opportunities that provide innovative solutions for the market and create sustainable value. Students will be challenged to identify opportunities that integrate environmental solutions and create broader benefits for society.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a 20-30 minute presentation of the evaluation of the opportunity and the business idea. This component allows students to showcase their business idea and present initial findings regarding the opportunity. Assessment 2 is the Business Plan. The business plan is the main deliverable, requiring students to produce a well-structured document. This component assesses students’ ability to synthesize concepts related to business operations, strategic planning, and market research.

:The module provides fundamental concepts and analytical tools to understand modern portfolio theory, asset pricing models, and standard practices in finance. Emphasis is placed on portfolio construction, management, and investment appraisal techniques to address challenges faced by portfolio managers and businesses.

Assessment: The first assessment for the module is an In-class Test. This time-constrained, closed-book test is designed to evaluate students' understanding of key finance concepts in investment and portfolio management. The group Coursework is simulated portfolio management, which will prompt students to work in groups to formulate, interpret, and critically evaluate and present a set of concepts and solve problems corresponding to the module learning outcomes, as well as improve critical writing skills while preparing portfolio summaries and investment analysis reports.

The module enables students to examine and apply current tax rules, focusing on their role in addressing economic disparities and promoting compliance. It covers taxation principles for individuals and corporate entities, including the computation of liabilities, exemptions, and allowances, while emphasizing ethical and fair tax practices.

Assessment: As an ACCA-accredited module, it is essential that the assessment methods reflect the demanding exam formats used by ACCA itself. This alignment guarantees that students are not only learning the content but also practising the types of assessments they will face in their professional qualifications. Successful completion gives our students the right to apply for an ACCA exemption on the corresponding paper. The first assessment is an In-class Test conducted as a time-constrained, closed-book test. The second assessment is an Exam at the end of the module. It evaluates students' comprehensive understanding of taxation and related skills, including the application of tax principles.

The module assumes knowledge acquired in Financial Accounting and develops and applies this further and in greater depth. It prepares learners for roles like financial analysts and auditors by focusing on conceptual understanding and practical application. This module will provide students with a broad knowledge of international accounting standards applied in the preparation of financial statements and give emphasis on both the international accounting standards and the regulatory framework of accounting practice, including their application in global financial markets and institutions.

Assessment: As an ACCA-accredited module, it is essential that the assessment methods reflect the demanding exam formats used by ACCA itself. This alignment guarantees that students are not only learning the content but also practising the types of assessments they will face in their professional qualifications. Successful completion gives our students the right to apply for an ACCA exemption on the corresponding paper. The first assessment is an In-class Test conducted as a time-constrained, closed-book test. The second assessment is an Exam at the end of the module. It assesses students' comprehensive understanding of advanced financial reporting topics and their ability to analyse and synthesize complex financial information.

The module explores the various types of financial institutions and their role in society, including banks, insurance companies, and investment managers. It then provides an analysis of the major financial markets and products and how these are related to each other and to the institutions. The behaviour of financial institutions and ethical principles of finance are also discussed, with a focus on how financial systems can contribute to inclusive economic growth.

Assessment: Individual Comparative Research assesses students’ ability to conduct in-depth research on specific financial markets or institutions. By comparing various entities, students will develop critical analytical skills and a deeper understanding of regulatory frameworks and their challenges. An End-of-module Exam assesses students’ understanding of core concepts and their ability to synthesize information effectively under timed conditions.

During this module, students will explore different leadership approaches, assessing strengths and weaknesses in different cultural contexts, to foster collaborative and innovative environments. This module provides a comprehensive review of contemporary issues, including multidisciplinary and systems-oriented approaches, classic theory, and evolving perspectives. The emphasis is placed on applying these concepts to real-world leadership situations, promoting inclusivity, social, and gender equality.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is an Individual orally presented report that assesses students’ ability to evaluate leadership style, efficiency, and persuasion methods and provide a critique. Assessment 2 is an individual written report that assesses awareness and critical thinking skills-based aspects.

Students will be exposed to the responsibilities of a sales manager and the strategic role of Sales within an organisation. The module is designed to teach students how to formulate, implement, and evaluate a sales program. The focus of the course is on the management of the sales programme and salespeople.

Assessment: Assessment 1 is a group coursework: This is a group task in which the students have to evaluate the sales practices of a company and propose recommendations. Assessment 2 is an individual project that will assess the awareness and critical thinking skills-based aspects of the module. The objective of this individual assignment is to assess students' knowledge and skills in sales management, including strategic planning, and the ability to address practical sales challenges.