The Greenwich School of Management (GSoM) Bachelor of Science Honours Degree BSc (Hons) programmes are delivered full-time, with three intakes per year in October, February and June.

This degree is available to study as an accelerated two calendar year programme or alternatively, more traditionally, over three calendar years.

Our two year degree allows you to complete your studies more quickly getting you to into the work place a year ahead of your contemporaries. You will study 3 semesters per year instead of the usual 2.

The traditional three year programme will allow you to gain work experience during the summer or have the option to enjoy a longer summer break.

The assessment methods for students on the BSc (Hons) Degree are a mixture of individual module assignments, group project work and written examinations.

Assessment will take place during and at the end of each semester period with a final research project presented at the final stage of the degree programme. This industry-specific research will allow you to demonstrate your ability to critically evaluate and synthesise the knowledge gained in the classroom.

The GSoM Bachelor Degree programmes are awarded by the University of Plymouth an internationally recognised institution ranked one of the top five modern universities in the UK.

The GSoM Campus offers a prestigious first division university education studied in the heart of historic Greenwich within close proximity to Central London and Canary Wharf. With a diverse range of business, management and law degrees, GSoM programmes are designed to meet the needs of employing organisations worldwide.

2 year accelerated degree

2 year Extended Degree (+ 8 month foundation stage)

3 year Degree

3 year Extended Degree (+ 8 month foundation stage)

* Fees for International Students to be confirmed

Module Description
A business manager who neglects a proper control of finances will soon encounter difficulties. Good accounting methods are essential both to budgetary control and to forward planning. Whilst the module does not attempt to deliver the skills associated with a fully qualified accountant, course members will become familiar with the principles of creating records of profit and loss, cash flow and balance sheet analysis.

Module Description
Students will be introduced to the language of accounting and finance. The module will familiarise students with fundamental concepts, whilst drawing their attention to the principle sources of research data. The importance of London as the world’s financial hub will be examined, as will the financial markets and institutions that make up the sector. Students will also gain grounding in and an understanding of the regulatory factors involved in the financial sector and how these operate within a liberal democracy.

Module Description
The Study Skills module is intended to provide the foundations for undertaking undergraduate studies. Some students are unsure about what is expected of them as they enter higher education; often the transition is difficult to negotiate. This module attempts to address any potential problem by providing the development for good academic practice. It is important to make explicit the criteria and standards applied in assessing students’ work and accordingly this module aims to initiate an understanding of what is required.

Module Description
An understanding of the legal environment within which business can thrive is of vital importance to a business manager. Apart from the intricacies of contract law, managers must be aware of EU legislation in respect of employment, exports and business development. In addition the entrepreneur, who may wish to establish a new business, should understand the benefits of incorporation as well as the advantages of other forms of company identity.

Module Description
Economic theory assists the modern manager to understand the ways in which the scale of operations may impact upon cost savings, as well as the influence of world economic trends upon individual business strategy. In this way, managers utilise micro and macro-economic data to improve decision making about future policy.

Module Description
This module identifies the potential of computing to facilitate decision taking by management. In particular the methods of storing, retrieving and restructuring data and their impact on the quality of management are important features of this module. To this end the enhancement of knowledge of both hardware and software is a significant element of the module.

Module Description
The module introduces students to the various statutory and legislative processes involved in reporting a company’s financial performance to its external stakeholders. Students will familiarise themselves with the basics of preparing a statement of income, as well as a balance sheet. Preparation of group accounts will be introduced. Students will become familiar with International Accounting Standards.

Module Description
The importance of having sound accounting knowledge should not be underestimated. The information derived from management accounts provides Managers with the data necessary to make sound judgements and business decisions within their organisations. The module will equip students with the ability to analyse the need for budgeting as a means of control, and will examine the ‘Beyond Budgeting and ‘Better Budgeting’ approaches. Students will gain an understanding of the processes of short term decision making. In addition, variance analysis will be discussed.

Module Description
Sound financial management plays a key role in the basis of forming the growth of any successful company. With this in mind, the module sets out to furnish students with a knowledge of the sources of long-term capital. The need for working capital will also be addressed. Capital investment appraisal and dividend decision-making will also be introduced.

Module Description
Managers are continuously under pressure to adapt their policies and organisational structure to the changing environment together with the opportunities and threats presented.We need to understand the benefits of alternative policies in the face of change and how organisations ought to adapt to meet their business aims. Managers should, therefore, be aware of the nature of external and internal pressures and the ways in which these might influence short-term objectives.

Module Description
This module complements the study of Employee Resourcing and considers, amongst others, theories of human motivation as an important area of understanding for all managers. In their efforts to obtain the best efficiencies from the human resource, managers will find the study of social scientific theories very helpful.This is especially so when a business is faced with the task of implementing necessary changes brought about by company mergers or the deployment of new systems.

Module Description
Management decisions are based on both qualitative and quantitative information relating to the company and its environment. Particularly in respect of storage and retrieval of information, computers have taken over from more traditional methods and it is vital for managers to be fully aware of the technology of handling information. This module dwells on the variety of hardware and software available to the modern manager in achieving the aim of making informed decisions.

Module Description
The study of logistics and operations management is of particular importance in the context of manufacturing industry, although it may be adapted for almost any context.The theories and principles explored in this module assist managers to make the best use of time and resources and to affect change in processes in order to create greater efficiency.

Module Description
We now live in a world where national borders no longer restrict the growth of business enterprise. The onset of globalisation has focused companies on the need for international expansion. This module will also look at risk management, including foreign exchange and interest rate risk. In addition the module will focus on mergers and acquisitions, as well as enabling the student to demonstrate a basic grasp of capital structures and the areas of business valuations.

Module Description
Students will draw from the earlier management accounting modules and develop an in-depth understanding of financial control and planning, as well as strategic management accounting within a modern organisation. The module will equip students with the ability to critically analyse the current and future role of management accounting, with a particular emphasis on the necessity for measuring performance within specific departments as well as the overall organisation.

Module Description
The need for managers with the ability both to produce and analyse the complex issues surrounding financial statements and reporting has never been more important. It is necessary to understand the ethical, cultural and environmental dimensions underlying the principles of International Accounting Standards. Students will draw from previous modules on the subject, where they will develop their analytical skills with regard to financial statements. The preparation of advanced statements of income, balance sheets and cash flow statements will be explored.

Module Description
The empirical research involved in preparing and designing a report, on which sound financial decisions have been based, is of the utmost importance to all companies. The module explores the complex arena in which sources and data are formulated in order to deliver a report that can be used by decision makers. Moreover, the module will examine research methodology, including a summary of existing relevant literature, which is necessary to provide justification of the logic of policy formulation and consequent recommendations.

Module Description
An integral part of the efficient management of organisations involves drawing upon knowledge and skills across a range of accounting and finance functions. The module will equip students with the ability to critically evaluate relevant published literature and apply these to an accounting or finance problem. The ability to recognise the synergies afforded by accounting and finance functions is important as part of any organisation’s strategic planning and, thus, such functions contribute to the effectiveness of the entire administration. The module will provide the student with the capability to critically consider supporting arguments from other sources, as well as justifying their own arguments and reasoning.

Module Description
The module explores the ways in which the overall aims and objectives of a business might interact with the need to institute changes in response to external challenges. Management structures within organisations must accommodate these changes and adapt according to the business environment.

Module Description
The opportunities for companies to develop an international business enterprise are greater now than they have ever been. Managers should be aware of certain principles which need to be observed when engaged in international marketing.The module seeks to develop an awareness of these principles by exploring the challenges of cultural differences, the legal environments of other countries and the various methods which could be employed to penetrate a new market.

Did you know that you can get a student loan if you are a Home Student (UK or EU) on a full-time undergraduate (Bachelors) programme?

Paying for your tuition fees using a student loan allows you to defer repayment of your fees until you have graduated and are earning a good salary.

You pay your Tuition Fee Loan back when you are earning:

• Over £15,000 per year if you start your course before September 2012
• Over £21,000 a year if you start your course in September 2012 or later (subject to approval by parliament)

Once you are earning this amount then repayments will be taken from your salary. You will repay your fees at 9% of your earnings over the £15,000 threshold. Any debt that remains unpaid after 25 years will be cancelled.

Below is a list of the maximum available tuition fee loan amounts for the relevant academic years

• £3,290 for 2010/11 (October 2010, February 2011 and June 2011 enrolments)
• £3,375 for 2011/12 (October 2011, February 2012 and June 2012 enrolments)
• £9,000 for 2012/13 (October 2012, February 2013 and June 2013 enrolments)

If you are unsure of the tuition fee of your chosen programme please contact us on 0208 516 7800.

The two year accelerated degree programme delivered at GSoM means that there is a shortfall in the yearly loan available from the Student Loan Company. The easiest way to cover this shortfall is to pay a third of the difference at the start of each semester or to arrange smaller instalments directly with GSoM. If you would like to discuss this in more detail please contact our Finance Department on 0208 516 7800.

UK Students studying full-time are eligible to receive a loan to help towards their living expenses.

The repayment terms of this loan are similar to the student tuition fee loan, and it is repaid once you are earning over the current threshold.

Eligible students receive 72% of the maximum loan regardless of any other income. The remaining 28% will be dependent on:

• Your household income
• Where you live
• When you start your course
• What year of study you are in
• What help you get through the Maintenance Grant

The maximum Maintenance Loan available for students starting their course in 2010/11 and 2011/12 is:

• £3,838 if you’re living at home
• £4,950 if you’re living away from home outside London
• £6,928 if you’re living away from home in London

The maximum Maintenance Loan available for students starting their course in 2012/13 is:

• £4,375 if you're living at home
• £5,500 if you’re living away from home outside London
• £7,675 if you’re living away from home in London

If you are a new full-time student you can apply for a means-tested Maintenance Grant which you do not have to pay back.

For 2010/11 and 2011/12 you can apply for a Maintenance Grant if your household income is £50,020 or less. If you receive a Maintenance Grant your Maintenance Loan may be reduced. The amount that you receive is dependent on your family income and the number of other dependent children in the household.

Special Support Grants

If you get or qualify for Income Support or Housing Benefit you may get the Special Support Grant instead of the Maintenance Grant. The amount you can get through the Special Support Grant is the same as that available through the Maintenance Grant. You are likely to qualify for the Special Support grant if:

• You are a single parent
• Your partner is also a student
• You have certain disabilities

If you get a Special Support Grant, it won’t affect how much you can get through the Maintenance Loan and it will not be counted as income when working out if you are entitled to income-related benefits or tax credits.