Module Descriptors
PROJECT PROPOSAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COIS51078
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Justin Champion
Email: J.J.Champion@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PROJECT PROPOSAL weighted at 50%
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Resources
Software for referencing (e.g. Zotero, Refworks), mind mapping
MS Project
MS Project
Module Additional Assessment Details
A reflective portfolio of 1,500 words, 50%. Learning outcome 1.
A project proposal of 1,500 words (including a presentation - 6 minutes), 50%. Learning outcome 2.
A project proposal of 1,500 words (including a presentation - 6 minutes), 50%. Learning outcome 2.
Module Learning Strategies
12 hours lectures and 24 hours tutorial/practical sessions over 12 weeks. Guest lectures will be incorporated.
Module Indicative Content
This module explicity focuses on significan elements required for the achievement of the STAFFORDSHIRE GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES.
An example of topics which may be covered are as follows: business/interpersonal communication, negotiation, careers and c.v. production, choosing an approriate academic project, research techniques including library skills, project management (project scheduling, risk management and quality planning) report writing and presentation techniques.
An example of topics which may be covered are as follows: business/interpersonal communication, negotiation, careers and c.v. production, choosing an approriate academic project, research techniques including library skills, project management (project scheduling, risk management and quality planning) report writing and presentation techniques.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Texts
Communication Skills: Stepladders to Success for the Professional, Richard Ellis (2009), Intellect Books, ISBN: 1-845150-249-6
Your Research Project: How to Manage It, Andy Hunt (2005), Routledge, ISBN: 0-415-34408-5
Your Research Project: How to Manage It, Andy Hunt (2005), Routledge, ISBN: 0-415-34408-5