Business and Law

30 credits

Starting with your local community. This module empowers you to lead change on local challenges - such as poverty and green space access, by working with Wandsworth Council.

Rooted in ethical thinking and collaboration, it reflects Southlands College's commitment to active citizenship. You will build agency, purpose, and real-world impact, enhancing your foundation for confidence towards meaningful career pathways.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities. 

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a individual community-project report (50%) and a 10-minute group presentation (50%).

30 credits

This module introduces you to the core principles and practices of project management, with a specific focus on their application within entrepreneurial and early-stage venture contexts. Unlike traditional corporate project settings, entrepreneurial environments often require leaner, more adaptive planning approaches due to uncertainty, resource constraints, and rapid iteration. 

As such, you will develop the capacity to manage ambiguity, navigate change, and deliver value through disciplined but flexible project delivery methods.

You will be introduced to a range of project management methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, and Lean Startup, allowing you to critically assess which approach is most appropriate depending on project scope, timing, resources and stakeholder complexity. These frameworks are applied through practical exercises and software tools such as Gantt charts, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Kanban boards, and PIDs (Project Initiation Documents).

Through scenario-based learning and industry-informed simulations, you will explore the full project lifecycle - from initial scoping and planning, to execution, monitoring, and closure. Attention is given to risk identification and mitigation, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, and the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress. 

The module places strong emphasis on communication and teamwork, where you will be expected to present your project proposals in professional formats, including project posters and written reports, as well as participate in pitch simulations aimed at securing mock investment or executive support.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities.

Lectures will cover core project management principles and enterprise methodologies, while workshops will consist of a blend of interactive project planning activities, group work on stakeholder management and risk assessment exercises, and peer feedback sessions on project pitches designed to support your leadership and project coordination skills development.

By integrating startup case studies, software tools and investor-style evaluation panels, the module provides you with a professionally focused, applied understanding of how to manage entrepreneurial projects effectively. You will learn how to respond to evolving business contexts, justify project decisions using data, and balance innovation with execution discipline.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a presentation (30%) and coursework (70%).

30 credits

You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the law of torts.

The module begins by situating the law of torts in relation to the broad principles underpinning contract and criminal law; introducing you briefly to the broad range of torts and then focuses on the fundamental principles of liability with particular reference to negligence. Other torts (e.g., nuisance) are considered, as are current issues of particular difficulty and importance in respect of the law of torts.

You will develop your ability to apply the law to legal problems and solve them, as well as the ability to develop a reasoned legal argument and to evaluate the merits of competing legal arguments. The Torts module will also improve your transferable intellectual and professional skills in order to prepare you for further subjects in your course and future employment.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities.

Lectures will cover the core materials exploring the legal principles that underpin tort liability, while workshops will consist of the use and application of the core materials through problem-solving exercises, essay questions and other activities which encourage the general analysis and evaluation of the use of legal rules regarding the topics covered.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a multiple-choice exam (50%) and coursework (50%).

30 credits 

The purpose of this module is to build on the legal principles considered in Law of Contract, giving you the opportunity to study the application of contract law in commercial settings greater depth. The module addresses two broad areas within commercial law, the Sale of Goods, and the Law of Agency.

In the first part of the module, you will engage with issues of key concern to consumers in a variety of modern contexts.  Within these areas a number of legal issues will be considered, including fundamental concepts such as what is a sale of goods, property and title, authority, and consent in Agency Law etc.

The module will cover particular areas of practical and/or legal significance, such as sale distinguished from other related transactions, e.g. hire-purchase; implied terms in sale of goods contracts; obligations of delivery and payment; passing of property and risk in goods; sale by a non-owner; remedies of buyer and seller; duties of agent and principal; contracts made by agents; and termination of the agency relationship.

The module balances theoretical principles with practical applications, preparing you to navigate complex commercial legal issues. Through analysis of case law, legislation, and commercial practices, you will gain expertise in identifying and solving legal problems that arise in modern business transactions while developing skills essential for commercial practice.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities.

Lectures will provide thematic coverage of legal rules, case law and statutes, while the workshops will consist of case analysis, legal problem-solving and group discussions. You will develop key skills in legal research using the legal databases and Law Trove and structuring legal arguments through debate.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a problem-based analysis (50%) and coursework (50%).

30 credits 

This intensive six-week taught module is designed to equip you with the essential competencies needed for professional consultancy practice. 

This module serves as the skills-based foundation for the concurrent Roehampton Live Project, providing you with theoretical frameworks, practical tools, and professional capabilities required to deliver high-quality consultancy services to real clients.

Delivered as a professional bootcamp in a blocked format, this module creates an immersive learning environment where you will develop expertise in consultancy methodologies, client relationship management, strategic problem-solving, and professional communication. The intensive structure enables you to build confidence and competence before engaging with live client projects.

You will learn to integrate ethical considerations, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability into your consultancy approach, ensuring that your professional practice contributes to broader societal wellbeing.

Key areas of focus include consultancy frameworks and methodologies, client engagement and relationship management, evidence-based research and analysis techniques, strategic thinking and recommendation development, professional communication and presentation skills, and ethical consultancy practice and sustainability integration.

You will engage in real case studies and simulated client scenarios, working individually and in teams to apply learned concepts. The module incorporates guest speakers from industry, practical workshops, and reflective exercises to bridge theory and practice effectively. 

This module prepares you for immediate application of skills in your concurrent Live Project module, where you will work with real clients as part of the ‘Roehampton Business Advice Centre’.

Teaching and learning

The module employs intensive blocked delivery with high contact hours to create an immersive professional development experience. Teaching methods include interactive workshops, case study analysis, simulation exercises, guest speaker sessions, and peer learning activities. 

You will have 22 hours of lectures and 33 hours of workshops over six weeks. Lectures and workshops will be interactive in nature providing an environment for sharing business ideas, problem space mapping and evaluation opportunities and carrying business scoping exercise.

Assessment

This module will be assessed through consultancy toolkit portfolio coursework (50%) and a consultancy bid presentation (50%).

30 credits 

This transformative capstone module is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice. You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting, developing strategic solutions to real-world business challenges.

You will work in consultancy teams as part of the Roehampton Business Advice Service, collaborating with a diverse range of external clients, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), non-profit organisations, social enterprises, and larger companies. Global engagement projects will also be sought with partners outside of the UK, or projects that can have an influence on communities globally.

Each team will engage with a client to diagnose business problems, conduct in-depth research, and formulate evidence-based recommendations. By making an impact through real-world projects, you will enhance your ability to navigate complexity, synthesise information, and communicate your insights effectively to senior stakeholders.

While teamwork is a core aspect of this module, you will also undertake substantial individual work, ensuring that your personal contributions are critically assessed and aligned with your professional aspirations. The module is structured to simulate a professional consultancy environment, equipping you with the practical skills, commercial awareness, and adaptability needed for leadership roles in business and beyond.

You will be encouraged to develop ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable business solutions, ensuring that your recommendations contribute not only to organisational success but also to broader societal and environmental wellbeing.

Through a combination of practical experience, academic rigor, and reflective work-based learning, you will be empowered to become a strategic thinker, problem solver, and an influential professional. The module is designed to be a stepping stone into a range of career paths, with projects aligned with your own career goals. By the end of this module, you will have built a portfolio of high-quality work that demonstrates your analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.

Teaching and learning

Each consultancy team will be assigned an academic supervisor who will provide structured guidance, feedback, and oversight throughout the project. 

You will have scheduled supervision meetings, including meetings with your supervisor at key milestones during the project to discuss progress, challenges, and next steps. Supervisors will support you in managing client relationships and ensure professionalism in communications.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a consultancy report (50%) and a live presentation (50%).

30 credits

In an ever-changing world, organisations must make strategic choices based on solid analyses and decision-making processes. This module adopts an innovative teaching approach to illustrate how strategic management theories and models can be applied in different contexts and how they inform decision-making. 

You will develop a skill set founded on strategic management theory that will allow you to become an active participant in the strategy process that organisations deploy to ensure their long-term success.

This module will give you a clear understanding of what strategy is all about and how organisations develop it. You will learn how to apply the essential concepts and tools of strategy that will be useful in their business career whichever sector they choose.

Main topics revolve around the strategic position of organisations, the concept of competitive advantage (how to gain competitive advantage and/or sustain it for longer), and evaluation of business strategies. After a closer look at business and corporate levels of strategy, the module ends with selected aspects of implementation. 

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities. 

Seminars will involve critical analysis of real-life cases to address a range of strategic problems. In this way, you will develop commercial awareness and recognise drivers for business success. You will also have the opportunity to work with others and communicate your views.

Assessment

This module will be assessed through a strategic analysis report (50%) and a recommendation report (50%). Using insights from Assessment 1, you will produce a strategic options report using the relevant frameworks. 

30 credits 

This purpose of the module is to provide a basic introduction to the structure and functions of business enterprises and to explore the legal theories, rules and commercial drivers that influence the practice of law concerning limited companies, partnerships and other business models.

In studying this module, you will develop evaluative and analytical skills in understanding the nexus of law and commercial awareness that shapes the behaviours and actions of business enterprises and their stakeholders.

This module provides a comprehensive overview of the legal frameworks governing business operations in domestic and international contexts. You will develop a critical understanding of key legal principles affecting commercial transactions, business structures, and corporate governance. The module emphasises practical application of legal concepts to real-world business scenarios, preparing you for professional environments where legal considerations impact business decision-making.

You will develop a critical understanding of corporate structures, governance principles, shareholders' rights, directors' duties, and corporate finance. The module emphasises theoretical foundations while developing practical skills in corporate problem-solving and analysis of recent developments in company law. By engaging with case law, statutes, and scholarly debates, you will gain advanced understanding of the complex relationships between companies and their stakeholders in modern business environments.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities.

Lectures will cover the principles and doctrines of business law in the black letter sense, while workshops will consist of exercises designed to support skills development. Key skills developed on this module include legal research using the legal databases and Law Trove and structuring legal arguments through debate.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a letter of advice to a client (30%) and coursework (70%).

30 credits 

This module will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the legal principles, statutory frameworks, and case law governing employment relationships. It explores the rights and obligations of employers and employees, examining the balance between business interests and worker protections in contemporary employment contexts.

It enables you to critically evaluate the balance between the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees, and to understand the social, ethical, and global dimensions of work regulation.

Teaching and learning

You will be taught through lectures and workshops that involve a range of learning and teaching approaches, which includes online support and employability-related activities.

Lectures will cover the core principles, theories and legislation regarding employment contracts and employment rights while workshops will consist of guided discussions and problem-based exercises to develop your ability to apply the law to factual situations.

Assessment

This module will be assessed by a briefing note on a client case (30%) and researched legal advice (70%).