Ethical standpoints and behaviours
Inclusive practices impact and improvements
Knowledge transfer
Personal and professional cpd relating to impactful behaviours, ability to engage with others and career progression
Developing business acumen, critical thinking and decision making for improved outcomes

Written assessment based on reflection of professional practice (LO1-3)

The learning strategy for full-time/part-time on-campus and corporate delivery modes requires students to commit to 180 learning hours (including assessment). Of this there will be 30 hours of class or workshop support and 150 hours of independent and self-directed study for students working alone or as part of a learning group.

The tutor led learning assisted by recommended texts, articles and other sources, including on-line systems and legal data bases. Student-centred learning will include tasks and activities supported by reading and case studies. Individual and small group activities will enable students to utilise their experience and develop knowledge and understanding of module content as well as relevant underpinning skills. Independent enquiry and consolidation of understanding will be encouraged throughout and students will be expected to utilise information from a range of sources.

1.Demonstrate the principles, values and ethical approaches that promote inclusivity in order to maximise people’s contributions within organisations
Learning
Enquiry
Analysis

2. Evaluate and understand how to achieve and maintain challenging business outcomes and apply learning and personal reflection to enhance personal effectiveness whilst developing others.
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Enquiry
Application

3. Understand and evaluate the skills needed when it is necessary to Influence others during decision making.
Learning
Application
Communication

4. Understand and evaluate the models and key skills needed in relation to internal and external change.
Knowledge and Understanding
Application
Reflection
Enquiry

5. Evaluate a range of approaches to collaborative working, including the effectiveness of digital working
Knowledge and Understanding
Analysis
Reflection
Enquiry

VLE learning support material to be provided for independent /self-directed learning.
Module handbooks
Open Textbook Library
CIPD Online Resources

Armstrong, M. and Taylor, S. (2020) Armstrong’s handbook of hrm practice. 15th ed. London: Kogan Page.
Gallagher, K. (2016) Essential study and employment skills. 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Horn, R. (2009) The business skills handbook. London: CIPD Kogan Page.
Krogerus, M. and Tschäppeler, R. (2017) The decision book: fifty models for strategic thinking. London: Profile Books. Marchington, M., Wilkinson, A., Donnelly, R. and Kynighou, A. (2020) Human resource management: CIPD Kogan Page.
Megginson, D. and Whitaker, V. (2007) Continuing professional development. 2nd ed. London: CIPD Kogan Page
Robinson, S. and Dowson, P. (2012) Business ethics in practice. London: CIPD Kogan Page.
Taylor, S. and Woodhams, C. (eds) (2016) Studying human resource management. 2nd ed. London: CIPD Kogan Page. Watson, G. and Reissner, S. (2014) Developing Skills for Business Leadership. 2nd ed. London: CIPD Kogan Page. Winstanley, D. (2005) Personal effectiveness: a guide to action. New York: McGraw-Hill Education.

This module focuses on promoting effective and ethical behaviours to champion better work and develop business acumen. You will understand theories and concepts that underpin this and which are essential for promoting inclusiveness and influencing others through fair and transparent behaviours. Through core skillsets such as perception, critical thinking, communication and teamwork, this module will promote understanding of how actions and inclusive behaviour impact on ethics and the organisation.