Management (Social Economy)

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Academic Year of Entry: 2024/25
Course overview
(MSc) Master of Science
Management (Social Economy)
Current
University of Essex
University of Essex
Essex Business School
Colchester Campus
Masters
Full-time
Business Management - Masters
MSC N1E212
08/05/2024

Details

Professional accreditation

None

Admission criteria

A 2:2 degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline.

You may also be considered with a lower class degree, where you have at least three year’s relevant work experience in a field such as: Management or Project Management (please provide your CV).

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code


If English is not your first language, we require IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other components.

If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.

Additional Notes

The University uses academic selection criteria to determine an applicant’s ability to successfully complete a course at the University of Essex. Where appropriate, we may ask for specific information relating to previous modules studied or work experience.

Course qualifiers

A course qualifier is a bracketed addition to your course title to denote a specialisation or pathway that you have achieved via the completion of specific modules during your course. The specific module requirements for each qualifier title are noted below. Eligibility for any selected qualifier will be determined by the department and confirmed by the final year Board of Examiners. If the required modules are not successfully completed, your course title will remain as described above without any bracketed addition. Selection of a course qualifier is optional and student can register preferences or opt-out via Online Module Enrolment (eNROL).

None

Rules of assessment

Rules of assessment are the rules, principles and frameworks which the University uses to calculate your course progression and final results.

Additional notes

None

External examiners

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Dr Claire Paterson-Young

Research Leader

University of Northampton

External Examiners provide an independent overview of our courses, offering their expertise and help towards our continual improvement of course content, teaching, learning, and assessment. External Examiners are normally academics from other higher education institutions, but may be from the industry, business or the profession as appropriate for the course. They comment on how well courses align with national standards, and on how well the teaching, learning and assessment methods allow students to develop and demonstrate the relevant knowledge and skills needed to achieve their awards. External Examiners who are responsible for awards are key members of Boards of Examiners. These boards make decisions about student progression within their course and about whether students can receive their final award.

eNROL, the module enrolment system, is now open until Monday 27 January 2025 8:59AM, for students wishing to make changes to their module options.

Key

Core You must take this module.
You must pass this module. No failure can be permitted.
Core with Options You can choose which module to study.
You must pass this module. No failure can be permitted.
Compulsory You must take this module.
There may be limited opportunities to continue on the course/be eligible for the degree if you fail.
Compulsory with Options You can choose which module to study.
There may be limited opportunities to continue on the course/be eligible for the degree if you fail.
Optional You can choose which module to study.
There may be limited opportunities to continue on the course/be eligible for the degree if you fail.

Year 1 - 2024/25

Exit Award Status
Component Number Module Code Module Title Status Credits PG Diploma PG Certificate
01 BE988-7-FY or BE970-7-PS or BE972-7-FY Core with Options 60 Compulsory with Options
02 BE485-7-AU-CO Management and Strategy Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory
03 BE486-7-AU-CO Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory
04 BE167-7-AU-CO Accounting and Finance for Managers Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory
05 BE495-7-SP-CO Social Economy Management: Theories and Perspectives Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory
06 BE496-7-SP-CO Social Economy Management: Putting the Social Economy Into Practice Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory
07 BE969-7-SP-CO Research Methods in Management Compulsory 20 Compulsory Compulsory

Exit awards

A module is given one of the following statuses: 'core' – meaning it must be taken and passed; 'compulsory' – meaning it must be taken; or 'optional' – meaning that students can choose the module from a designated list. The rules of assessment may allow for limited condonement of fails in 'compulsory' or 'optional' modules, but 'core' modules cannot be failed. The status of the module may be different in any exit awards which are available for the course. Exam Boards will consider students' eligibility for an exit award if they fail the main award or do not complete their studies.

Programme aims

The aims of the MSc Management (Social Economy) course are to:



  • Equip students with the skills to promote and apply values of sustainability, inclusivity, and equality within organizations, governments, and communities.

  • Connect students with real-life social organizations in the public, third, and community sectors to gain practical experience and insights.

  • Offer students from a range of studies, including human rights and public policy, an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of cutting-edge perspectives on ecological sustainability, economic equality, and social inclusion.

  • Prepare students to become global change-makers and leaders in the social economy, capable of making a positive impact on the world.



Learning outcomes and learning, teaching and assessment methods

On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:

A: Knowledge and understanding

A101: A deep understanding of the main theories and strategic perspectives associated with the social economy.

A102: A thorough knowledge of the methodologies for evaluating the social economy

A103: Understanding of the various forms and strategies of the social economy within the organisational and societal contexts.

A104: An in-depth understanding of the student's selected specialised areas such as commons ownership and degrowth/post-growth development

A105: Knowledge and understanding of how to promote and implement social economy strategies at the community, municipal, and organisational levels.

Learning methods

A variety of teaching and learning strategies, including lectures, data-driven case studies, simulations, seminars, discussions, and independent study, are used to help students acquire the understanding and knowledge skills necessary for success in the course. All students have access to inclusive learning and teaching methods, as they are taught in a collaborative environment that promotes the integration of technology, inclusive language, and resources.

Assessment methods

Every module is assessed by a combination of coursework (e.g., an essay or a report) or a group project (e.g., a presentation or a project). Students with diverse abilities and needs are assessed using inclusive assessment approaches.

B: Intellectual and cognitive skills

B101: Grasp and integrate complex theories and ideas from a range of relevant frameworks associated with the social economy.

B102: Work collaboratively in teams while undertaking group projects.

B103: Develop logical reasoning and critical analysis skills.

B104: Apply fundamental quantitative and qualitative research skills to social economy data

Learning methods

Students build intellectual and cognitive skills related to social economy management through various core and compulsory modules employing a variety of teaching and learning approaches, such as lectures, in-class activities, data-driven case studies, group discussions, and data analysis exercises. While B1 through B3 are covered in most of the modules, B4 are addressed in the research methods and dissertation modules.

Assessment methods

The ability of students to apply intellectual and cognitive skills is evaluated utilising a variety of inclusive assessment methodologies (both individual and group) that enable fair evaluations across a diverse group of students.

C: Practical skills

C101: Utilise social economy theory to develop actionable insights for making informed decisions.

C102: Utilise social economy frameworks for creating short and long term strategies for producing more sustainable communities and organisations.

C103: Analyse social economy initiatives to assess their effectiveness

C104: Evaluate social economy initiatives to provide recommendations for their improvement

Learning methods

Students develop practical and professional skills related to social economy management through various core and compulsory modules by participating in lectures, in-class activities, data-driven case studies, group discussions, and data analysis exercises. C1 through C4 are covered in all of the modules.

Assessment methods

Various modules use a variety of inclusive methods such, as individual or group projects, practical exercises, in-class activities, etc. for assessing practical and professional abilities.

D: Key skills

D101: Communicate ideas and arguments in a coherent and effective manner.

D102: Use computing and IT resources effectively to source, download and analyse data.

D103: Use of fundamental quantitative skills to analyse social economy metrics.

D104: Develop problem solving and analytical skills

D105: Work in a team and participate in group work in undertaking research and prepare presentations.

D106: Improve learning and performance by effectively managing time, prioritising tasks, and working to deadlines.

Learning methods

Students develop the above-mentioned key skills (D1-D6) through most modules in the course.

Assessment methods

Almost all the modules use a variety of inclusive methods for assessing key skills (D1-D6), through individual or group assignments.


Note

The University makes every effort to ensure that this information on its programme specification is accurate and up-to-date. Exceptionally it can be necessary to make changes, for example to courses, facilities or fees. Examples of such reasons might include a change of law or regulatory requirements, industrial action, lack of demand, departure of key personnel, change in government policy, or withdrawal/reduction of funding. Changes to courses may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will also keep students informed appropriately by updating our programme specifications.

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Contact

If you are thinking of studying at Essex and have questions about the course, please contact Undergraduate Admissions by emailing admit@essex.ac.uk, or Postgraduate Admissions by emailing pgadmit@essex.ac.uk.

If you're a current student and have questions about your course or specific modules, please contact your department.

If you think there might be an error on this page, please contact the Course Records Team by emailing crt@essex.ac.uk.