1. Demonstrate knowledge of academic theories and concepts from a variety of disciplines in order

to investigate, understand and explain business issues so as to aid decision making.
2. Work collaboratively and individually to analyse variety of real business projects to explore
business issues and develop appropriate proposals for open-ended and complex business
problems.

What am I required to do in this assignment?

This is an individual assessment. The submission must be individual and distinct from the rest of your group although the use of
shared appendices is permitted.
You are required to produce a business report of a quality appropriate for presentation to a senior manager of no more than
2,000 words (with an additional 400 word reflection and excluding appendices).
The report is a critical examination and evaluation of a UK industry in the light of the impact of climate-change on the UK
business environment and market. Your industry will be assigned by the Unit tutor.
You will work in groups of 3-5 to:
 Define a detailed project plan which defines roles, responsibilities and tasks by group member, timeline of the project,
risks and mitigation actions and the nature of the expected deliverable – this should be included as Appendix A
 A reflection of 400 words which considers the project process, challenges encountered and actions taken to overcome
or avoid issues with the application of a reflective model – this should be included as Appendix B
 Develop a detailed understanding of the nature of your chosen industry

 Use academic theories to assist the development and evaluation of the key climate-change issues facing the industry
 Summarise your findings in a detailed, supported by analysis and evidence, concise and clear identification of
important issues in relation to climate change and related risks facing the industry, leading to your reasoned evaluation
of the outlook for the industry in the light of ongoing climate change.
The emphasis of this project will be on developing and demonstrating your ability to manage the project and produce a
comprehensive report.
What do I need to do to pass? (Threshold Expectations from UIF)
Structure a complex project in which you use academically derived concepts to inform an analysis and understanding of the key
issues in a portfolio.

How do I produce high quality work that merits a good grade?
We will be filling this section in together in class on Click or tap to enter a date. make sure you have downloaded/printed out the
Assignment Brief and bring it to the session with you.
How does this assignment relate to what we are doing in scheduled sessions?
All scheduled sessions will be dedicated to working on tasks related to the completion of your group projects which will feed
into the writing of the individual report. You will be asked to present your progress as a group, initial findings and analysis
as well as completing activities aimed at helping plan and run the project effectively.