PROGRAMME : BACHELOR OF BUSINESS

MANAGEMENT (HONS)

Course/ GLOBAL AND APPLIED ECONOMICS

Module: FEB-MAY 2022
SEGI Course Code: ECO2263 UCLAN Module Code:
(if applicable)
Lecturer name: MUHAMMAD MUSLIM Coursework Submission Date:
BIN SAMSUDIN Assignment 1+Assignment
2+Presentation

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Number of Form of % Size of Category of Learning

Assessments Assessment weighting Assessment/Duration/ assessment Outcomes
Word count being
assessed
1 Alternative 50% 2,000 words report Assessment 3
assessment
1 Assignment 1 25% 2,000 words report Coursework 4
1 Assignment 2 15% 2,000 words report Coursework 1,2
1 Presentation 10% 10 minutes Presentation 1,2
presentation

COURSEWORK
Regulations

Students must submit all materials supporting their coursework listed in the
deliverable section.

 Please make sure that you are aware of the rules concerning plagiarism. If you
are unclear about them, please consult your program coordinator/lecturer.

Plagiarism is presenting somebody else’s work as your own. It includes: copying

information directly from the Web or books without referencing the material;
submitting joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another student’s
coursework; stealing coursework from another student and submitting it as your
own. Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will
be dealt with according to the procedures set down by the SEGi university/ UCLAN.

 Students will have 2 Plagiarism policies in place – double award students the
UCLAN Plagiarism policy will override SEGi Plagiarism Policy. The
appended table provides the summary of the 2 policies.
UCLAN Plagiarism Policy SEGi Plagiarism Policy
Single offence – 0 marks – affected Minor Plagiarism: poor in-text
assessment to be re-submitted and student referencing and few paragraphs being
can only secure pass mark copied – stern warning and or counseling
Repeat offended – 0 marks and no Moderate Plagiarism: copying some
opportunity to re-submit – student can paragraphs and results without in-text
retake courses referencing – awarded next lower grade
Major Plagiarism; Most of the work is
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copied and cases of repeat minor and

major plagiarism – Fail and re-take or
suspension or dismissal
 The coursework should exhibit formal research skills i.e. with a table of
content, proper citations, references, and appendixes.
 The coursework write up must be able to demonstrate critical analysis and
application of both theory and practical issues to the company that you have
selected.
 Student may include additional relevant data/information apart from the
proposed guidelines in conjunction to your research. Additional marks will be
awarded for such attempt.
 All written reports MUST be submitted for similarity checks to Turnitin.
 Extensions
Authorisation of the late submission of work requires written permission.
Your lecturer 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. Requests for extensions
should be made prior to the submission date as extensions cannot be given
retrospectively.

 Late submissions
If you submit work late without authorisation, a universal penalty will be
applied in relation to your work. The appended table summarises the
SEGi/UCLAN penalties.

SEGi/UCLAN Penalties
Submission within 5 working date following published deadline – given a pass
(50 marks for the component of assessment)
Submission later than 5 working days – awarded 0 marks for the component
Unauthorised late submission at supplementary will be automatically be awarded
0marks for the component assessment

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Learning Outcomes tested Assessment Criteria :

(Refer to COPPA) Students must demonstrate the ability to:
 CLO 1: Demonstrate knowledge  Work as a group to research, write and
and understanding of structure a report that analyze the
macroeconomic environment of a implications.
business and evaluate the  Synthesise theoretical material with
subsequent impact of practical and actual trends to generate
macroeconomic goals and policy proper discussions and critique.
on national and quant impact.  Apply critical thinking, analytic,
 CLO2: Analyze the implication of communication and team building skills
globalization of the business through interview, problem solving and
environment. discussions.
 CLO3: Analyze the role of global
institutions such as WTO, IMF
and World Bank.
 CLO4: Identify and explain
international entry strategy of
business

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COURSEWORK QUESTION

Assignment 1
Poverty is a state or condition in which a person or community lacks the financial
resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living. Poverty means that the
income level from employment is so low that basic human needs can't be met.
Poverty-stricken people and families might go without proper housing, clean water,
healthy food, and medical attention. Each nation may have its own threshold that
determines how many of its people are living in poverty.

Task assigned:

a) Analyse FIVE impacts of global poverty on world economic growth. You

may include justification from relevant journal articles to make your
argument stronger.

b) Discuss FIVE ways on how Global financial institutions (World Bank,

IMF, etc.) can help to eradicate the Global poverty. You may include
justification from relevant journal articles to make your argument
stronger.

(Total: 100 marks)

Note:
Refer Appendix 1 for the remaining marks allocation.

The total marks for this assignment is 100% but it carries 30% of overall assessment
for this module.

* The detailed marking criteria’s for the allocation of 100 marks is provided in
Appendix 1

LENGTH REQUIRED
2000 words +/- 10%. Any deviation from this will be penalized.

FORMATTING AND
LAYOUT
 A Microsoft Office Word Document or other relevant applications as
permitted by module lecturer/ typed using computer. Usage of typewriter or
hand - written is STRICTLY not allowed.
 12 font size, Time New Roman font and bold title and sub titles
 A4 sized paper
 Fully justified alignment
 1½ line spacing
 Margins of 1” at top and bottom; left and right

1. Front cover (Convert it in picture form)

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2. Table of contents – Please include the appropriate title and sub-titles

with page numbers

3. Introduction
-Details of the global poverty (You may define the poverty)

4. Discuss FIVE impacts of global poverty on world economic growth

- Elaborate the FIVE impacts of global poverty on world economic
- Include statistics to proof-graph/chart

5. Discuss FIVE ways on how Global financial institutions reduce the

global poverty
-Discuss FIVE ways on how Global financial institutions can eradicate
Global poverty

6. Conclusion
-Include you own opinion on the research of the issue.

7. References – APA style (citation machine)

8. Marking scheme(Convert it in picture form)

Assignment 2-Individual Assignment (15%)

Presentation (10%)

The United Kingdom (UK) left the European Union (EU) on 31 January 2020. A
transition period is now in place until 31 December 2020. During this period the UK
must comply with all EU rules and laws. Virtually nothing will change for businesses
or for the public. There will be changes after the transition period, whether or not an
agreement is reached on the new relationship between the UK and the EU.

Presentation should be 10 minutes during the class online.

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Task assigned:

Analyse the impact of the BREXIT to the UK economy. You may include
justifications from the relevant journal articles to make your argument
constructive enough to support your discussions. Your report should be based on
the following points:

a) UK Currency market
b) UK economic Growth
c) UK gross domestic product
d) UK Foreign direct investment

Students require to present their result in the class.(refer to appendix 2)

Instruction: Your work should NOT emotionally or politically motivated.

(Total: 100 marks)

Note:
Refer Appendix 1 and 2 for the remaining marks allocation.

The total marks for this assignment is 100% but it carries 25% of overall assessment
for this module.

* The detailed marking criteria’s for the allocation of 100 marks is provided in
Appendix 1

LENGTH REQUIRED
2000 words +/- 10%. Any deviation from this will be penalized.

FORMATTING AND
LAYOUT
 A Microsoft Office Word Document or other relevant applications as
permitted by module lecturer/ typed using computer. Usage of typewriter or
hand - written is STRICTLY not allowed.
 12 font size, Time New Roman font and bold title and sub titles
 A4 sized paper
 Fully justified alignment
 1½ line spacing
 Margins of 1” at top and bottom; left and right

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1. Front cover

2. Table of contents – Please include the appropriate title and sub-titles

with page numbers

3. Introduction
-Discuss about the details of BREXIT
-Elaborate the reasons of United Kingdom(UK) withdrawal from the
European Union(UN) (Include statistics to proof – graph/chart)

4. Impact on UK currency market

-Discuss the overall impact of UK currency market (you may discuss prior
and post BREXIT)
-Include statistics to proof-graph/chart)

5. Impact on UK Economic Growth

-Discuss the overall impact of UK economic growth (you may discuss
prior and post BREXIT)
-Include statistics to proof-graph/chart)

6. Impact on UK Gross Domestic Product

-Discuss the overall impact of UK economic growth (you may discuss
prior and post BREXIT)
-Include statistics to proof-graph/chart)

7. Impact on Foreign Direct Invesment-

-Discuss the overall impact of UK economic growth (you may discuss
prior and post BREXIT)
-Include statistics to proof-graph/chart)

8. Conclusion – ½ page

9. References – APA style (citation machine)

10. Marking scheme

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Appendix 1: Marking Criteria for Assignment 1 and 2 (100%)

NO Criteria Marks Alloted Marks Awarded

1 Relevance 20%
Directly relevant to the requirements
of the assessment. Focused on the
task and avoid irrelevant material.

2 Knowledge 20%
Substantial knowledge of relevant
material, showing a clear grasp of
themes, questions and issues.
Demonstrates good knowledge and
understanding of the relevant
material. Good use of applications
and examples.

3 Analysis 20%
Good analysis, clear and orderly.
Avoid too much description.

4 Argument and Structure 10%

Coherent and logically structured,
using an appropriate mode of
argument and/or theoretical model(s)

5 Critical Evaluation 20%

Distinctive or independent thinking.

6 Presentation 5%
Well written, with standard spelling
and grammar. Readable style with
acceptable format - with headings
and sub-headings

7 Reference to Literature 5%
Very good use of source material.
Uses a range of sources
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Total 100%

Converted to 25% or 15%

Appendix 2: Marking Criteria for Presentation (10%)

Evaluation Criteria Marks Allocated Marks Awarded

20
Power Point Slides
Creativity and attractiveness of
slides.
Integration and synthesis of
information.
Information is presented orderly
and clearly.

30
Content

Incorporated relevant
cultural concepts and
theories.

Credible sources of
information

Evidence of critical
evaluation

20
Speech
Correct and consistent use of
appropriate language.
Clear and confident voice.
Maintained eye contact
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throughout.
Appropriate body language.

10
Dressing
Smart and appropriate.

10
Audience Engagement
Well thought out and planned.
Appropriate to the topic.

Engaged the audience.

10
Question and Answer
Handled questions with
confidence and in a professional
manner.
Answers are relevant.
Ability to answer concisely.
TOTAL 100
WEIGHTAGE 10%

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