Business Management

First block teaching starts week beginning 19 January 2026

• Tuesday: 3pm to 6pm
• Thursday: 12pm to 2pm and 3pm to 5pm

Full details of your individual academic timetable will be available via your university email calendar after you have completed online enrolment and set up your student login.

Before teaching begins, students are encouraged to complete a short set of pre-arrival tasks to help them feel prepared for their first semester. These activities introduce core ideas from your modules and support your transition into university study.

Pre-arrival activity: Complete a short reflection (150–200 words) on “What skills do I want to develop during my first year at university, and why?”

This will support your first sessions in the Personal Development for Managers and Entrepreneurs module.

Recommended pre-arrival reading/viewing:

1. Introduction to Management: “What Is Management?” – a short overview (YouTube, TED or BBC Work life style content).
2. Principles of Marketing: Watch an introductory video on the basics of marketing (e.g., the 4Ps).
3. Organisational Behaviour & HRM: Read a short article on workplace motivation or organisational culture.
4. Accounting & Finance: Review a beginner-friendly guide on understanding financial statements.

These activities are not assessed but will help you engage confidently with your modules from the very first week.

• Tuesday 13 January, 2pm to 5pm (Room DW101)

The induction will cover a brief introduction to university life, your Business Management degree, and the expectations for studying at Birmingham Newman University.

The session will cover:

• Reflection Activity – Consideration of what you expect from the university and what you yourself need to contribute, including other commitments you may have
• Welcome to the Programme – Introduction to the BSc (Hons) Business Management course and what to expect from your first year
• Expectations at University – Discussion of what you can expect from lectures, tutors, other students, and the Students’ Union
• Communication Standards – How to use your Newman email professionally, appropriate subject lines, and understanding the 48-hour response time policy
• Understanding Your Programme Structure – Explanation of credit requirements, module sizes, independent study expectations, and how your workload is organised across the year
• Assessment and Grades – Overview of pass marks, grade boundaries, deadlines, late penalties, and resit opportunities so you understand how to progress successfully
• Degree Classification – How Level 5 and Level 6 contribute to your final award and why developing strong habits at Level 4 is important
• Lesson Etiquette – Expectations around attendance, punctuality, phone use, note-taking, and respectful learning behaviour
• University Systems – Introduction to Moodle, SEAtS, the intranet, extensions process, and mitigating circumstances procedures

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you to complete the ID verification check for Student Finance confirmation.

Dr. Mohamed Hawela

• Senior Lecturer in Business Management
• Course leader for Business Management Programmes
• M.Hawela@staff.newman.ac.uk

Nida Khan

• Senior Lecturer in Business Management
• Course leader for Business Management Programmes
• KHAN730@newman.ac.uk

Dr Faisal Shahzad

• Lecturer in Business Management
• f.shahzad@staff.newman.ac.uk

Dr Rana Ali

• Principle Lecturer in Business Management and Academic Partnership Lead
• rana.ali@staff.newman.ac.uk

Dr Swati Chattopadhyay

• Lecturer in Business Management
• S.Chattopadhyay@staff.newman.ac.uk

Khadija Khabbachi

• Lecturer in Business Management
• K.Khabbachi@staff.newman.ac.uk

In Semester 1, your learning will be delivered through a blend of lectures, seminars, workshops, and guided independent study across your core Year 1 modules.

You will be introduced to the foundations of Management, Marketing, Organisational Behaviour and HRM, Accounting and Finance, and Personal Development for Managers and Entrepreneurs.

Teaching will combine theory with real-world application, helping you build confidence, academic skills, and an early understanding of how businesses operate.

You will typically engage in:

• Weekly Lectures – introducing core concepts and frameworks for each discipline.
• Interactive Seminars/Workshops – applying learning through case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities.
• Practical Tasks and Problem-Solving Activities – developing analytical, managerial, and professional skills.
• Independent Study – supported by online resources, reading lists, and digital learning materials.
• Formative Feedback Opportunities – helping you track your progress and prepare for assessments.

Module delivery supports an inclusive and engaging learning environment, encouraging you to build confidence, collaborate with peers, and actively participate in your learning journey throughout the first year of your programme.