Teaching and assessment for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Islamic Finance MSc

Teaching

Our teaching methods include:

lectures
workshops
group work
student presentations

You'll also be able to attend guest lectures and workshops from professionals and organisations. These sessions will complement what you learn in class and offer you the chance to hear from industry.

Assessment

You are assessed through a combination of coursework and a final assessment held at the end of each semester.

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

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Module code: BU51022 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

Examine the nature of Shariah-compliant capital markets, their structure, and products.

Learn about their applied models and working mechanisms.

Critically discuss asset screening methodologies, Shariah compliance issues, and the role of Islamic capital markets in economic development.

Islamic Capital Markets full module details

Module code: BU51033 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

During this module you will meet other students from different courses that share common components. This module will prepare you to get the most out of your studies and further your career after graduation in the world of business.

Moving Up to Business full module details

Module code: BU52026 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

Apply knowledge, understanding and analytical skills relevant to Islamic Finance to solve real-world issues such as sustainability, circular economy, and climate change. This is a self led module and you will choose one of the following 3 projects: Literature-based Project Report, Pagoda Internship Project Report, and Consultancy Project Report.

Islamic Business Project Report full module details

Module code: BU52027 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

Interpret and solve the economic problems of human beings based on the values, norms, laws, and institutions from an Islamic perspective.

Learn to emphasise fairness, social justice, ethical conduct, and wealth distribution for the well-being of society.

Islamic Moral Economy and Finance full module details

Module code: BU52028 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

This module develops an understanding of the concepts and principles of Islamic law and their application in commercial transactions. It provides students with an advanced knowledge of the various contracts in Islamic commercial law and their contemporary applications. This module allows for the critical evaluation of modern Islamic financial products.

Islamic Commercial Law and Financial Transactions full module details

Module code: BU52040 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

This module goes beyond theory, allowing you to apply your knowledge and develop practical entrepreneurial skills. You will put the theories of entrepreneurship into practise after learning about the contemporary issues, challenges, and opportunities that exist. You will gain a deeper understanding of the entrepreneurship and the required skills.

Practicing Entrepreneurship : Starting your business full module details

Module code: BU52041 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

What is an entrepreneur and what does entrepreneurship mean? Learn about these terms and how the power of entrepreneurial behaviour can benefit a range of economic, social and behavioural problems and opportunities. This module will give you a thorough understanding of the approaches, processes, and theories of entrepreneurship.

Understanding entrepreneurship in a Global Context full module details