Module Descriptors
PERSONAL AND CAREER EFFECTIVENESS
XACC60003
Key Facts
Faculty of Business, Education and Law
Level 6
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 12
Independent Study Hours: 138
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ACTION PLAN weighted at 33%
- COURSEWORK - REVIEW weighted at 67%
Module Details
Module Texts
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (2009) Identifying Learning and Training Needs [on-line] fact sheet London :CIPD available at: www.cipd.co.uk/onlineinfodocuments/atozresources.htm
Garvey, R., Stokes., P., Megginson. (2009) Coaching and Mentoring Theory and Practice 2nd Ed. SAGE
Goleman, D. (2012) Emotional Intelligence Random House
Goleman, D. (2010) Social Intelligence Random House
Greenhaus, J.H., Callanan, G.A., Godchalk, V.M. (2010) Career Management 4th Ed. SAGE
Hunt, J.M., Weintraub, J.R. The Coaching Manager (2009) 2nd Ed. SAGE
Megginson, D. and Whittaker, V. (2007) Continuing Professional Development 2nd edition London CIPD
Pedler, M., Burgoyne, J., and Boydell, T. (2006) A Manager¿s Guide to Self Development 5th edition London McGraw Hill
Race, P. (2010) Making Learning Happen A Guide for Post Compulsory Education 2nd Ed. SAGE
Garvey, R., Stokes., P., Megginson. (2009) Coaching and Mentoring Theory and Practice 2nd Ed. SAGE
Goleman, D. (2012) Emotional Intelligence Random House
Goleman, D. (2010) Social Intelligence Random House
Greenhaus, J.H., Callanan, G.A., Godchalk, V.M. (2010) Career Management 4th Ed. SAGE
Hunt, J.M., Weintraub, J.R. The Coaching Manager (2009) 2nd Ed. SAGE
Megginson, D. and Whittaker, V. (2007) Continuing Professional Development 2nd edition London CIPD
Pedler, M., Burgoyne, J., and Boydell, T. (2006) A Manager¿s Guide to Self Development 5th edition London McGraw Hill
Race, P. (2010) Making Learning Happen A Guide for Post Compulsory Education 2nd Ed. SAGE
Module Resources
n-line access to materials on VLE
Module Learning Strategies
Taught sessions: 12 hours
Reading and independent study: 138 hours
The nature of this module implies an emphasis on independent study and reflection as the main methods of learning. However, a series of short sessions early in the programme will provide structured opportunities for the introduction of important concepts and tools for self-development, including the following:
- Analysis of skills and abilities using a variety of models and tools eg Myers Briggs
- Study of the concept of the `expert learner'
- Study of the concepts of emotional and social intelligence
- Develop or extend a personal development plan prototype
- Research relevant professional development maps eg CIPD
- Benchmarking against accepted industry standards for own sector, leadership and management
- Identification of skill extension areas eg coaching or mentoring
For the majority of this module, however, students will be working independently, using learning logs and journals to reflect on their development during the programme.
Reading and independent study: 138 hours
The nature of this module implies an emphasis on independent study and reflection as the main methods of learning. However, a series of short sessions early in the programme will provide structured opportunities for the introduction of important concepts and tools for self-development, including the following:
- Analysis of skills and abilities using a variety of models and tools eg Myers Briggs
- Study of the concept of the `expert learner'
- Study of the concepts of emotional and social intelligence
- Develop or extend a personal development plan prototype
- Research relevant professional development maps eg CIPD
- Benchmarking against accepted industry standards for own sector, leadership and management
- Identification of skill extension areas eg coaching or mentoring
For the majority of this module, however, students will be working independently, using learning logs and journals to reflect on their development during the programme.
Module Indicative Content
Advanced concepts of continuous professional development, eg critically reflective practice; advanced personal development plans; career planning in the 21st century; requirements from professional bodies. Academic writing at Level 6; critical evaluation of literature; advanced research and referencing skills. Links between career plans and the BA (Hons) programme. Advanced models of reflective practice and their application; techniques and technologies relevant to Level 6.
Module Additional Assessment Details
An action plan and rationale (LO1) equivalent to 1000 words, Weighting 33%
A reflective review of the student's progress against the action plan summarising their ongoing evaluation of advanced academic and professional development (LO2 and LO3) 2000 words, Weighting 67%
All learning outcomes are covered by two assessment methods. Students must attempt all assessments and achieve an overall pass grade for the module.
A reflective review of the student's progress against the action plan summarising their ongoing evaluation of advanced academic and professional development (LO2 and LO3) 2000 words, Weighting 67%
All learning outcomes are covered by two assessment methods. Students must attempt all assessments and achieve an overall pass grade for the module.