BA Business Studies Assignment help

Level of study: 6

Number of credits: 20 credits

Course/s the module belongs to: BA Business Studies

Faculty: Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Social Sciences.

Canterbury Christ Church Business School

Semester/Trimester of delivery: . Semester 2

Start date of the module: December 2024

Location of study: London School of Commerce, London Campus

Study hours for the module: (200 overall for a 20-credit module) Divide into:

• 24 hours Lectures/ seminars

• 48 hours Directed learning

• 128 hours Independent learning

Module leader name: Mervyn Sookun

Module leader contact details: mervyn.sookun@lsclondon.co.uk

Other teaching staff with contact details: malini.raviprasad@lsclondon.co.uk

How to access tutorials and other module support : all materials are available on the Student Portal

Who is the module for?

Final year students on the BA Business Studies

Module aims:

1. To provide you with intermediate and advanced conceptual and practical learning in entrepreneurship

and innovation in different specialist sectors.

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2. To develop an independent research and online collaborative skills necessary to engage in enterprise

and innovation practices in new and existing organisations through a mix of study activities and self

selected experiential projects participants will

3. To encourage the student to do so by articulating how entrepreneurship and innovation can be used

to satisfy individual goals, while contributing to solving societal problems in an ethical and sustainable

manner.

Brief module description/summary:

This module provides an introduction to the core concepts, policy challenges and ethical issues in

Sustainable Development. It is aimed at a wide range of learners and provides a grounding in

sustainability ideas and issues that is self-contained but also prepares students for getting the best from

the complementary strategies of making organisations sustainable

Module learning outcomes:

1. Develop a critical understanding on the definitions of sustainability and its impact on creating

long term competitive advantages for organisations

2. Critically evaluate roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers and how to

apply tools of strategic business management to problems of sustainability.

3.Negotiate, influence, and agree roles and rewards within founder teams in entrepreneurial and

business settings, doing so in a legitimate ethical manner.

4.Develop attributes and capabilities for business success in a complex and changing

environment

Overview of learning and teaching activities on the module:

A variety of teaching approaches is used, including lectures, seminars, case analysis, teamwork and

extensive use of electronic resources for guided research.

Equipment you need to bring to class: N/A

Assessments:

The module is assessed via a business report and a case study to allow students to demonstrate the

understanding on the relevant models of sustainability and the analysis of the key factors impact on the

development of sustainable organizations.

Summative

assessment

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Individual Report

50%

January 27th 2025

February 17th 2025

40%

2. Case Study

50 %

March 3rd 2025

March 24th 2025

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study analysis

• Further information about the assessment can be found at the end of this handbook, in the

“assessment brief” section.

It's important that you meet your assessment deadline to help manage your workload and ensure your

timely progression to your next level of study. However, we understand that in exceptional cases you

may be unable to submit your work on time or do well in your exams due to unexpected events which

are short-term in nature and beyond your control. Find out more about what to do in situations such as

these here.

A coursework extension or a chance to re-take your exam is not an automatic right; and to ensure

fairness and transparency, exceptional circumstances requests will only be approved if they meet the

criteria, are submitted on time and - where relevant - include appropriate professional evidence.

Indicative schedule of delivery: one line on what will be covered in each session; do adapt depending

on whether the module is delivered weekly, in blocks or other pattern of delivery. The number of weeks

should correspond to the Academic Calendar your module is aligned with. Highlighting dates for ADW

and PDW in this section may help, and deadlinesfor assessments. Do incorporate here if field trips/visits

are part of the module. Do adapt the table below to suit your needs

Example:

Session

Indicative Content

1 &2

Societal impacts of business,

Responsibilities of managers and employees within particular types of sustainable

enterprises and innovations

3&4

Core theories, concepts and frameworks of innovation and business

5&6

Strategy, process and operations of enterprises

7&8

Impact of innovation on business and society

9&10

Researching business and innovation

11&12

Sustainable enterprise challenge

13&14

Ethics and sustainability

Guidance on how to use independent study time: Allocate dedicated time in your schedule for

independent study, setting clear goals and creating a distraction-free environment. Break down the

material into manageable chunks, engage actively with various resources, and regularly review and

reflect on your progress to optimise your independent study sessions.

Referencing system: Refer to the Student Course Handbook.

Learning Materials/Resources:

Reading List4

•

Tidd, J. and Bessant, J. (2024) Managing Innovation: Integrating Technological, Market

and Organizational Change (8th edn), John Wiley and Sons

• Robertson, M. (2021), Sustainability Principles and Practice (3rd edn), Routledge

• Rasche, A., Morsing, M., Moon, J. and Kourula, A. (2023) Corporate Sustainability: Managing

Responsible Business in a Globalised World (2nd edn) Cambridge University Press

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Caradonna, J.L. (2019) Handbook of the History of Sustainability. Routledge

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Lindgreen, A., Vallaster, C., Maon, F. and Yousafzai, S. (2018) Sustainable Entrepreneurship:

A Research Anthology, Routledge

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Lindgreen, A., Vallaster, C., Maon, F., Yousafzai, S. and Florencio, B., (2018), Sustainable

Entrepreneurship: Discovering, Creating and Seizing Opportunities for Blended Value Generation,

Routledge

Other:

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International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment

https://www.journals.elsevier.com/international-journal-of-sustainable-built-environment/

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Journal of Innovation and Knowledge https://www.journals.elsevier.com/journal-of

innovation-and-knowledge/

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Wiley Online Library http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1111/(ISSN)1467-8691

•

Journal of Product Innovation Management https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal

of-product-innovation-management

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International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development

http://www.inderscience.com/jhome.php?jcode=ijesd

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International Journal of Sustainable Development

http://www.inderscience.com/jhome.php?jcode=ijsd

Reassessment information:

Should you be required to take reassessment, the nature of the reassessment will be:

Original assessment

Reassessment type

Deadline for submission of

reassessment, and where it should

be submitted

INDIVIDUAL REPORT 50%

(2000 WORDS)

INDIVIDUAL REPORT 50%

TBC

INDIVIDUAL CASE STUDY

ANALYSIS 50% (2000

WORDS)

INDIVIDUAL CASE STUDY

ANALYSIS 50%

TBC

This handbook should be read in conjunction with other sources:

• Student Course Handbook: for course academic information applying to all modules

• Current Student Webpages: for generic student experience informationAssessment 1: Individual Report (50%)

In this assignment, you will investigate the relationship between sustainability and strategic

business management, with a particular focus on how sustainability initiatives contribute to an

organisation's competitive advantage. You will also explore the dynamics of founder teams

within entrepreneurial and business environments, examining their roles, responsibilities, and

ethical considerations.

Drawing from relevant theories, frameworks, and case studies, critically analyse how

organisations can develop and execute sustainability strategies that foster long-term

competitive advantages. Use real-world examples to illustrate how firms have successfully

utilised sustainability initiatives to gain a competitive edge.

Examine the role of strategic managers focused on sustainability within organisations. How do

these roles differ from traditional strategic management roles in terms of responsibilities and

objectives?

Investigate the dynamics of founder teams in entrepreneurial ventures. What are the key roles

within these teams, and how do team members negotiate their responsibilities and rewards?

Consider the influence and power dynamics in these discussions, particularly in the context of

ethical decision-making.

(LO1 and LO4)

2000 WORDS

Assessment 2: Case Study Analysis (50%)

This assignment assesses your ability to strategize, resolve issues, and use persuasive

communication skills effectively. It evaluates your proficiency in applying concepts of

strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation, problem-solving, and persuasive communication within

a dynamic commercial environment. Please follow the submission guidelines carefully and

ensure your work demonstrates academic rigour and comprehensive research.

You are tasked with analysing the following case study and completing the exercises below:

INNOVATIVE SUSTAINABILITY: BETTING ON GREEN STEEL

Exercise 1

Using relevant entrepreneurship and innovation literature, such as Sarasvathy's work on

causation and effectuation (2008), analyse the case study and identify specific entrepreneurial

and innovation-related challenges or barriers faced by the venture. Consider the critical choices

regarding the operation base (India or Oman), the method of green steel production (carbon

capture and storage or green hydrogen), the target market (automotive sector or wind turbine

manufacturing industry), and the business model (green premium pricing or carbon credits).

5Discuss the significance of these issues and why they require attention within the sustainability

context (1000 words). (LO2)

Exercise 2

Develop a strategic approach to address the challenges identified in Exercise 1. Provide a

critical examination of the steps, methodologies, and frameworks you will use to effectively

address these issues. Detail the decision-making process for selecting the operation base,

production method, target market, and business model. Explain how these strategies will help

the venture achieve sustainability and profitability (1000 words). (LO3)