Module manager: Larissa Bdzola
Email: l.h.bdzola@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
| LLLC1102 | Academic Skills I |
| LLLC1103 | Academic Skills II |
| LUBS1880 | Foundations of Management |
| LUBS1970 | Academic and Career Development for Accountants |
| LUBS1980 | Academic and Career Development for Economists |
| LUBS1990 | Academic and Career Development for HRM and Management |
10 credits of LLLC1110 Introduction to Undergraduate Study in Combined Business Studies
This module is approved as an Elective
This module provides an opportunity to develop personally, professionally and academically. It will cover aspects such as: planning and prioritising workload; critical thinking; reflective practice; effective information management; personal and career development planning; presentation skills; academic writing; time management; and using University resources. Please note that current/recent work experience is required when undertaking this module, due to the teaching methods used and mode of assessment. For further information contact l.h.bdzola@leeds.ac.uk
This module is intended particularly, but not exclusively for students studying Business, Management or related subjects in order for them to develop professionally, academically and personally.
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Increase their awareness of the vocational possibilities connected with studying Business Management
2. Recognise how their study and University resources could help with developing their career
3. Understand the higher level skills required by employers
4. Set out their suitability for employment opportunities using an appropriate method e.g. CV
5. Access, manage and use information and resources to formulate argument and to make a presentation
6. Plan and prioritise their study
7. Learn and use techniques for effective note taking, revision and exam practice
8. Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning
9. Write an academic essay and keep a reflective Personal Development Plan
10. Experience and reflect on team-working and networking
Using a problem-based approach students will have the opportunity to develop professionally, personally and academically.
Professional Development
Students will be: introduced to the University resources available to them which may assist them in developing their career; encouraged to reflect on their current competences and the competences required in their desired employment field; be supported in constructing realistic career plans, including a working CV.
Academic Development
Students will be encouraged to explore University resources (Library, IT and other services) and use them to access and manage information. Students will also be introduced to a variety of materials and methods designed to help them study effectively. The following areas will be included: critical thinking and reflective writing; referencing and plagiarism avoidance; revision and examination techniques; effective note-taking; and working with others. A group debate and practice timed essay will provide opportunities to exercise and develop these skills.
Personal Development
Students will keep a PDP which will enable them to: reflect on their learning; audit their personal competences; identify competences required for their career progression. Students will experience team work and be encouraged to reflect on their role and contributions.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group learning | 2 | 1.5 | 3 |
| Seminar | 12 | 1.5 | 18 |
| Private study hours | 79 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 21 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100 | ||
PDP-related work (35 hours)
Research and essay writing (28 hours)
Preparation for group presentation (8 hours)
Preparation for non-assessed timed essay (8 hours)
Class presentation
Participation in group work and other class exercises
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | up to 2,500 words | 50 |
| Essay | 1,500 words | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 04/06/2009
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