Computing in Management and Economics (U02105)

? Credit Points : 0 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : MSE-1-CME

The course covers the principle tools of computing used within Management, Economics and Accountancy, including practical experience of spreadsheet manipulation, database systems, together with information searching and esssay presentation.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : This course is compulsory for all programmes in the subject areas of the School

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Business Studies, (Management School and Economics, Schedule H)

Other subject areas

Common Courses (Management School and Economics), (Management School and Economics, Schedule H)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Full Year (Blocks 1-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 5 weeks

? Other Required Attendance : 1 hour(s) per week for 3 weeks

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of the course, students will have a solid understanding of the basic computing applications, skills and techniques that underpin Management and Economics teaching and learning.

Assessment Information

Assessment will consist of three one-hour computer-based assignments, undertaken in the School's computer laboratories. There will be two assessments in semester one, and one assessment in semester two.