Assessment for this module comprises three elements:

i. Completion of a Personal Development Plan, culminating in the identification of 4 - 6 personal development objectives (Learning Outcomes 1 & 3). This element is weighted at 25%
ii. Element (i) to be augmented by an individual student presentation, of 10 minutes duration (Learning Outcome 2). This element is weighted at 25%
iii. An assignment report, of 750 words, examining both objective and subjective feedback from a range of sources (Learning Outcomes 1 & 3). This element is weighted at 50%

Blackboard website
University Campus Library
Off-campus, on-line library resources
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development - www.cipd.co.uk
ACAS - www.acas.org.uk (incorporates useful links to business and regulatory sites covering module content)

Cottrell, S (2003) The Study Skills Handbook, Palgrave
Dransfileld R. et.al (2004), Business for Foundation Degrees and Higher Awards, Oxford: Heinemann
McMillan, K and Weyers, J (2006) The Smarter Student, Pearson
Peder M. et.al., (2006), A Manager¿s Guide to Self Development 5th Edition, Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill

The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment). This will include 12 hours of class support, delivered during two 6 hour study days. The first day will introduce the subject and explore aspects of the module content and the summative assessment. The second day will provide the opportunity to examine aspects of the subject in more depth and clarify any issues arising from the assessment brief.

In the 138 hours of independent and self directed study students are expected to engage with the learning material on the module website, undertake additional research / reading, undertake formative tasks to reinforce the learning, relate the subject to their your workplace, have contact with their Tutor / Mentor and prepare coursework assignments.

The class sessions will include formal lectures, case study analysis and group discussions based on student experiences in the subject area. Students will be encouraged to integrate their work based experiences with new knowledge and skills developed in the classroom as the module progresses

The aim of this module is to introduce students to the range of skills and techniques essential for planning and developing their own future learning and career strategy.

- Personal SWOT analysis to understand current strengths and development areas and plan for the future.
- 360 degree feedback
- Analysis of subjective & objective feedback in learning and in a sales environment
- Personal development planning
- SMART objectives
- Report and assignment writing
- Effective communication skills for selling
- Presentation skills
- Time management and self management
- Developing rapport
- Listening skills