Teaching and Learning Strategy - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL

Teaching and Learning Strategy
Version Number		IBS/TALS/2026Apr/V001
Member of Staff Responsible		Ibrahim Sirkeci
Record of Revisions to Policy
Date	Details	Approved by
Apr 2026	Published	Board of Directors
Apr 2026	Reviewed	Board of Directors
July 2023	Reviewed	Board of Directors

Date of Current Policy		April 2026
Next Review Date		April 2027
Review to be approved by		Board of Directors

Related IBS Policies

Teaching and Learning Policy
Assessment and Feedback Policy
Academic Integrity and Academic Misconduct Policy
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy
Student Engagement, Attendance and Withdrawal Policy
Student Protection Plan
Data Protection Policy

External Reference Points

Office for Students (OfS) Regulatory Framework (quality, standards, student outcomes and governance)
QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education (2024)
UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF, Advance HE)

1. Strategic Statement

International Business School (IBS) is committed to delivering high‑quality, inclusive and applied learning experiences that enable students to succeed academically, professionally and personally. This Teaching and Learning Strategy sets out IBS’s strategic approach to learning, teaching and assessment and articulates how this contributes to positive student outcomes, academic standards and institutional sustainability.

The Strategy aligns with IBS’s mission to widen participation, support diverse and mature learners, and deliver education that is relevant to professional practice and societal needs. It fulfills expectations under the Office for Students (OfS) regulatory framework by embedding quality, student engagement and continuous enhancement at the heart of academic provision.

2. Purpose

The purpose of this Strategy is to:

Articulate IBS’s vision and priorities for teaching and learning
Support consistent, high‑quality educational practice across programmes
Promote inclusive, accessible and research‑informed learning
Align learning and teaching with employability, entrepreneurship and lifelong learning
Provide a framework for continuous enhancement and staff development

3. Scope

This Strategy applies to:

All taught programmes delivered by IBS
All academic staff involved in learning, teaching and assessment
Learning delivered on‑campus, through blended approaches, or supported digitally

4. Educational Philosophy

IBS’s approach to teaching and learning is underpinned by the following principles:

Student‑centred learning: Teaching is designed around the needs, experiences and aspirations of a diverse student population
Inclusivity and accessibility: Learning environments are inclusive by design, supporting students with different backgrounds and circumstances
Applied and career‑relevant education: Learning connects theory with practice and prepares students for graduate‑level employment and entrepreneurship
Academic integrity and standards: Teaching and assessment promote rigorous academic standards and ethical practice
Partnership: Students are active partners in shaping their learning experience

5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Approach

IBS promotes teaching practices that:

Use varied and inclusive pedagogies to engage all learners
Integrate formative and summative assessment aligned to learning outcomes
Provide timely, meaningful feedback to support progression
Encourage critical thinking, reflection and independent learning
Embed effective and ethical use of digital tools, including Generative AI, where appropriate

Assessment practices are governed by the Assessment and Feedback Policy and support fairness, transparency and validity.

6. Supporting Student Engagement and Success

IBS is committed to:

Monitoring student engagement and progression data
Early identification of students who may be at risk of disengagement
Providing academic, pastoral and careers‑related support
Using student feedback to improve teaching and learning

These measures support compliance with OfS expectations on continuation, completion and achievement.

7. Staff Development and Professional Practice

IBS supports high‑quality teaching through:

Continuous professional development aligned with UKPSF
Teaching observation and peer‑enhancement processes
Scholarship in teaching, learning and assessment
Support for innovation and reflective practice

Academic leaders are responsible for fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and accountability.

8. Learning Resources and Digital Environment

IBS will ensure that:

Learning resources are accessible, current and inclusive
The Virtual Learning Environment supports effective learning
Library and academic skills provision are embedded within curricula
Digital tools enhance engagement without creating barriers

9. Quality Assurance and Enhancement

The Strategy is implemented through:

Annual programme monitoring and review
Curriculum review and enhancement processes
External examiner reporting and response
Governance oversight through Academic Board

Continuous enhancement is evidence‑based and responsive to student and sector needs.

10. Monitoring and Review

Progress against this Strategy will be monitored through:

Student outcomes and satisfaction data
Teaching quality indicators
Review of enhancement activity

This Strategy will be reviewed every two years, or earlier if required by regulatory change.

11. Alternative Formats

This Strategy is available in alternative formats upon request. Requests should be directed to the Academic Standards and Quality Office.