POG350 Development in Oil and Gas Retail Industries

Learning outcomes to be examined in this assessment

  1. Demonstrate the ability to analyse the factors affecting the present size and structure of the current oil and gas retail sectors and the impact of the rising price of oil.
  2. Evaluate the potential of technological change on the energy retailing industry in the next decade.

Percentage of marks awarded for module:

The written report is worth 30%of the total marks for the module.

Assessment                        Explanatory comments on the                    Maximum marks
criteria                                 assessment criteria                                         for each section

Knowledge and                Clear demonstration of rigorous                                 35%
Research                             research from recognised
(content,                             authoritative sources. Audience
relevance, and                 focus. Meeting the deliverables.
originality)

Writing and                      Rigorous use of the Harvard                                        10%
Presentation                    Methodology for citation and
(format,                              referencing; page numbering; correct
references or                   display of direct quotations.
bibliography,   
and style)

Argument and                Constructive critical analysis,                                      55%
Analysis (critical           introduction, conclusion.
analysis,                            Demonstration of a clear
evaluation, and              understanding of the issues. Use of
application)                     academic models. Full articulation
of ideas developed. Offering well-
argued solutions and/or alternatives if
and where appropriate.

Assignment Task

Critically discuss the implications of recent trends and changes within the supply chain of the UK petroleum retail market.