Employability And Professional Development

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Unit 03 Employability and Professional Development
Unit level 4
Unit code M/601/1251
Qualification BTEC HND in Computing
Term Start Date 16/09/16
Hand out date 22/09/16
Submission Deadline 19/11/16
Lecture 8 Weeks
Revision Clinic 2 Weeks
Module Leader Raj K

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CONTENTS
Contents
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................... 3
Aim:..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Learning Outcomes and assessment criteria:.......................................................................................................... 3
Unit content:........................................................................................................................................................ 5
Teaching Plan....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Recommended text and links .............................................................................................................................. 12
Session Update................................................................................................................................................... 13
ASSIGNMENT BRIEF ............................................................................................................................................ 25
Achievement Summary....................................................................................................................................... 28

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INTRODUCTION
All learners at all levels of education and experience require employability skills as a
prerequisite to entering the job market. This unit gives learners an opportunity to assess
and develop an understanding of their own responsibilities and performance in or when
entering the workplace.
The unit considers the skills required for general employment such as interpersonal and
transferable skills, and the dynamics of working with others in teams or groups including
leadership and communication skills.
It also deals with the everyday working requirement of problem solving which includes
the identification or specification of the ‘problem’, strategies for its solution and then
evaluation of the results of the solution through reflective practices.
Aim:
This unit gives learners an opportunity to assess and develop an understanding of their
own responsibilities and performance in or when entering the workplace. It encourages
learners to acquire interpersonal and transferable skills, the importance of working with
others within an organisation, and the
Learning Outcomes and assessment criteria:
On successful completion of this unit a learner will:
 Be able to take responsibility for own personal and professional development
 Be able to demonstrate acquired interpersonal and transferable skills
 Understand the dynamics of working with others
 Be able to develop strategies for problem solving.
Knowledge and Understanding:
 Develop and maintain a personal portfolio
 Find and suggest new ways to achieve goals and get the job done and achieve
goals
 Plan for and achieve your learning goals

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 Understand the roles people play in a group and how you can best work with them
 Lead or support and motivate a team to achieve high standards
 Find new and creative ways to solve a problem.

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Unit content:
1 Be able to take responsibility for own and professional development
Responsibilities: own responsibilities e.g. personal responsibility, direct and indirect
relationships and adaptability, decision-making processes and skills, ability to learn and
develop within the work role; other e.g. employment legislation, ethics, employment
rights and responsibilities
Performance objectives: setting and monitoring performance objectives
Individual appraisal systems: uses of performance appraisals e.g. salary levels and bonus
payments, promotion, strengths and weaknesses, training needs; communication;
appraisal criteria e.g. production data, personnel data, judgemental data; rating methods
e.g. ranking, paired comparison, checklist, management by objectives; skills audit
(personal profile using appropriate self-assessment tools); evaluating self-management;
personal and interpersonal skills; leadership skills
Motivation and performance: application and appraisal of motivational theories and
techniques, rewards and incentives; manager’s role; self-motivational factors.
Development plan: current performance; future needs; opportunities and threats to career
progression; aims and objectives; achievement dates; review dates; learning
programme/activities; action plans; personal development plan
Portfolio building: developing and maintaining a personal portfolio
Transcripts: maintaining and presenting transcripts including curriculum vitae
2 Be able to demonstrate acquired interpersonal and transferable skills
Effectivecommunication:verbal and non-verbal e.g. awareness and use of body language,
openness and responsiveness, formal and informal feedback to and from colleagues; IT
as an effective communication medium; team meetings

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Interpersonal skills: soft skills e.g. personal effectiveness, working with others, use of
initiative, negotiating skills, assertiveness skills, social skills
Time management: prioritising workloads; setting work objectives; using time
effectively; making and keeping appointments; reliable estimates of task time
3 Understand the dynamics of working with other people
Working with others: nature and dynamics of team and group work; informal and formal
settings; purpose of teams and groups e.g. long-term corporate objectives/strategy;
problem solving and short-term development projects; flexibility/adaptability; team
player
Teams and team building: selecting team members e.g. specialist roles, skill and style/
approach mixes; identification of team/work group roles; stages in team development e.g.
team building, identity, loyalty, commitment to shared beliefs, team health evaluation;
action planning; monitoring and feedback; coaching skills; ethics; effective leadership
skills, e.g., setting direction, setting standards, motivating, innovative, responsive,
effective communicator, reliability, consistency
4 Be able to develop strategies for problem solving
Specification of the problem: definition of the problem; analysis and clarification
Identification of possible outcomes: identification and assessment of various alternative
outcomes
Tools and methods: problem-solving methods and tools
Plan and implement: sources of information; solution methodologies; selection and
implementation of the best corrective action e.g. timescale, stages, resources, critical path
analysis

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Evaluation: evaluation of whether the problem was solved or not; measurement of
solution against specification and desired outcomes; sustainability

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Teaching Plan
Accrediting Body: EDEXCEL
Course: BTEC HND in Computing and Systems Development
Unit: 3-Employability and Professional Development
Wk. Lecture Schedule Outcome of session Activity/seminar and formative
assessment
Resources
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AM
Introduction to the module.
Importance of Employability
and Professional Development
and reflection of the learning
outcomes
Introduction to the module, mode of
assessment, awareness of the awarding
body, assessment criteria and the mode of
assessment
Background of the expectations of the
awarding body
Module handbook.
PM
Be able to take own
responsibilities Reflect on own current skills and
competencies against professional
standards and organisational objectives
Case study and addressing the
learning outcome 1.1
Power point slides from: Basic
Employability Skills:
NCCER

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2
AM
Individual Appraisal systems Evaluate personal profile using
appropriate self-assessment tools
Case study and addressing the learning
outcome 1.2
Power point slides from:
Basic Employability Skills:
NCCER
PM Devise a personal and
professional development plan
based on identified needs.
Devise a personal and professional
development plan based on identified
needs
outcome 1.3
Basic Employability Skills TG:
NCCER
3
AM
Portfolio building Reflect on own development against
original aims and objectives set in the
personal and professional development
plan
outcome 1.4
NCCER
PM Effective communication Communicate in a variety of styles and
appropriate manner at various levels
outcome 2.1
NCCER
4
AM
Interpersonal skills After this lecture, students will be able to:
understand self and other people in an
organization to work Co-operatively with
them
outcome 2.1
Making the Team: A Guide for
Managers: Thompson Leigh
PM Time management Demonstrate effective time management
strategies
outcome 2.2

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5
AM
Working with others Analyse team dynamics and how they can
work together to achieve
shared goals
outcome 3.1
PM Teams and team building Discuss alternative ways to complete tasks
and achieve
team goals
outcome 3.2
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AM
Specification of the problem:
e.g. definition of the problem;
analysis and clarification
Review tools and methods for developing
solutions to Problems.
outcome 4.1
NCCER
PM Tools and methods for problem
solving
Discuss problem-solving methods and
tools
outcome 4.1
NCCER
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AM
Plan and implement: sources of
information: solution
methodologies; selection and
implementation of the best
corrective action
Develop an appropriate strategy for
resolving a particular
problem
outcome 4.2
NCCER
PM Evaluation: measurement of
solution against specification
Evaluate the potential impact on the
business of implementing the strategy
outcome 4.3
NCCER

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and desired outcomes;
sustainability
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AM Revision. Summarising all the
tasks
PM ASSIGNMENT SUPPORT Tutorial support
9
AM
ASSIGNMENT SUPPORT
PM ASSIGNMENT SUPPORT
10
AM
ASSESSMENT AND
FEEDBACK
PM ASSESSMENT AND
FEEDBACK

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Recommended text and links:
Core Text
NCCER – Basic Employability Skills: Trainee Guide 00108-09 (Prentice Hall, 2009) ISBN 013609919X
Thompson Leigh, L – Making the Team: A Guide for Managers (Pearson Education, 2008) ISBN 9780136037767
Trought Frances - Brilliant Employability Skills (Prentice Hall, 2012) ISBN 978-0273749936
Journals and newspapers
The SAGE journals and mainstream press can be a useful source of information, both in terms of data for case studies and background understanding
Videos
A variety of videos is available covering Employability Skills
Websites
http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/
http://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/careers-advice
http://www.stemnet.org.uk/
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers/

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Session Update
Wk. Session Update Date Signature
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Contact detail of lecturer
Module Leader:
Lecturer:
Campus: Wentworth House
Contact details:
Assessment:
The module will be assessed meeting all the LO as specified by the awarding body, Ed Excel.
Please read the instructions carefully while addressing the tasks specified.

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Contribution: 100% of the module
Outline Details: Individual report approx. 4000 words. Details enclosed in the assignment
brief.
Teaching and Learning Activities: The module tutor(s) will aim to combine lectures with tutorial
activities. This environment will provide opportunities for the student to understand the course
material through case study and text and to apply it in a practical way. The intent is to facilitate
interactive class activities, and discussion about the significant role of research in a global and
local business environment.
Teaching Ethos: The College’s approach towards teaching and learning is simple and effective.
The main aim of UKCBC is to assist learners in maximising their potential by ensuring that they
are taught clearly and effectively. This will enable students to engage in the learning environment
and promote success in both their academic studies and subsequent career.
Methods of Delivery:
LECTURES:
These will be developed around the key concepts as mentioned in the indicative course content
and will use a range of live examples and cases from business practice to demonstrate the
application of theoretical concepts. This method is primarily used to identify and explain key
aspects of the subject so that learners can utilise their private study time more effectively.
SEMINARS:
These are in addition to the lectures. The seminars are designed to give learners the opportunity to
test their understanding of the material covered in the lectures and private study with the help of
reference books. This methodology usually carries a set of questions identified in advance.
Seminars are interactive sessions led by the learners. This method of study gives the learner an
excellent opportunity to clarify any points of difficulty with the tutor and simultaneously develop
their oral communication skills.
CASE STUDIES: An important learning methodology is the extensive use of case studies. They
enable learners to apply the concepts that they learn in their subjects. The learners have to study
the case, analyse the facts presented and arrive at conclusions and recommendations. This assists

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in the assessment of the learner’s ability to apply to the real world the tools and techniques of
analysis which they have learnt. The case study serves as a supplement to the theoretical
knowledge imparted through the course work.
Plagiarism:
Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awarding bodies’
regulations. In this context the definition and scope of plagiarism are presented below:
Plagiarism is presenting someone’s work as your won. It includes copying information directly
from the web or books without referencing the material; submitting joint coursework as an
individual effort; copying another student’s coursework; stealing coursework form another student
and submitting it as your own work. Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have
occurred will be dealt with according to the college procedure. (For further details please refer to
the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)
Assessment:
The module will be assessedmeeting all the LO as specified by the awarding body, Ed Excel.
Please read the instructions carefully while addressing the tasks specified.
Contribution: 100% of the module
Outline Details: Individual report approx. 4000 words. Details enclosed in the assignment
brief

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ASSIGNMENT FRONT SHEET
Unit: 3 – Development EMPLOYMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Module Code : M/601/1251
Learning Hours: 60 Hours.
Self-learning hours: 90 hours.
Course: HNDCSD – Level 4 CREDIT VALUE: 15 CREDITS Term: Sept15-
Feb 16
Module Leader: Mrs Lecturer: Internal Verifier: Mr Raj Kanapathi
ASSIGNMENT TITLE:
Learners Name Term: Batch: Intake:
Registration Number Campus:
Hand out Date: Submission Date:
Learning
Outcome
Assessment
Criteria
In this assessment you will have the opportunity
to present evidence that shows you are able to:
Task
Number
Evidence Page
number
LO 1: Be able to take responsibility for own
personal and professional development
1.1 Reflect on own current skills and competencies
against professional standards and organisational
objectives.
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1.2 Evaluate own development needs and the activities
required to meet them.
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1.3 Devise a personal and professional development
plan based on identified needs.
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1.4 Reflect on own development against original aims
and objectives set in the personal and professional
development plan.
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LO2 : Be able to demonstrate acquired interpersonal
and transferable skills
2.1 Communicate in a variety of styles and appropriate
manner at various levels.
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2.2 Demonstrate effective time management strategies. 2
LO3: Understand the dynamics of working with others 3.1 analyse team dynamics, discussing the roles people
play in a team and how they can work together to
achieve shared goals
3
3.2 Discuss alternative ways to complete tasks and
achieve team goals
3
LO 4: Be able to develop strategies for problem solving 4.1 Review tools and methods for developing solutions
to problems
4
4.2 Develop an appropriate strategy for resolving a
particular problem
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4.3 Evaluate the potential impact on the business of
implementing the strategy
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Please see that you include the Turnitin report. This
work will not be accepted without the
Turn it in report.
Report attached: Yes
No
If no Reason: % of the turn it in report.
Learners Declaration: I certify that the work submitted for this unit is my own and the research sources are fully acknowledged.
Learners Signature: Date:
Plagiarism:
Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awarding bodies’ regulations. In this context the definition and scope of
plagiarism are presented below:
Plagiarism is presenting someone’s work as your won. It includes copying information directly from the web or books without referencing the material;
submitting joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another student’s coursework; stealing coursework form another student and submitting it as your
own work. Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with according to the college procedure. (For further details
please refer to the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)

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Due Dates
Issue Date Final Due Date
Due Task- 1
Due Task- 2
Due Task- 3
Due Task - 4
Assignment Guidelines:
 Use a standard report structure, Word-process the report and use Normal script of a proper font size 12.
 Produce an academic report, detailing the above issues with an approx. word limit of 4000 to 4500 words.
 Complete the title page and sign the statement of authenticity.
 The Assignment sheet should be attached in the front.
 Submit the document in a folder in the form of a file as well as a soft copy on the submission date.
 It should be uploaded on E-Learning platform before the deadline and dropped into the drop box at your relevant campuses and get the -------- and collect
the receipt of the submission form at the college.
 Assignments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless mitigating and may be entitled for a late fee.
 Collusion and Plagiarism must be avoided.
 Start each answer on a new page and pages should be numbered. Highlight each question clearly.
 Include a Bibliography at the end of the assignment and use the Harvard referencing system.
 All work should be comprehensively referenced and all sources must be fully acknowledged, such as books and journals, websites (include the date of
visit), etc.

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 Try to give the page numbers, publishers' details and the year of publication
 In order to pass you need to address all the LO
 In order to get a merit you need to address the characteristics of pass and address M1, M2,M3
 In order to get a Distinction you need to address the characteristics of pass, merit and address D1, D2 and D3.
Use a common format for the questions, for example:
 Introduction (analyse the question.)
 Underpinning Knowledge (write about the relevant theory/points)
 Applied knowledge(Data Analysis)
 Conclusions and Recommendations (summarizing the whole scenario keeping in view pass, merit, distinction criteria.)

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Guidancein additiontothePass criteria’s, thisassignment gives you the opportunitytosubmit evidence inorder toachieve the followingMerit and Distinction
grades. Assessment Grid indicating their pass, merit and distinction:
Unit: Employability and Professional Development
Outcomes/criteria: Indicative characteristics Contextualised Feedback
P1. Be able to take responsibility for
own personal and professional
development
P2. Be able to demonstrate acquired
interpersonal and transferable skills
P3. Understand the dynamics of
working with others
P4. Be able to develop strategies for
problem solving.
As per the assessment criteria specified
for pass
Do
Do
Do
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Merit grade Description: Contextualisation
M. Identify and apply strategies to find
appropriate solutions.
. Effective judgments have been made.
. An effective approach to study and research
has been used.
To achieve M1 you will make effective judgements (1.2, 1.3, 3.1 and
4.3) and show that an effective approach to the study and research
has been used across your assignment.

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M2. Select/ design and apply
appropriate methods/ techniques.
A range of methods and techniques have
been applied.
To achieve M2 you will use a range of methods and techniques (Task
3 & 4) and see that the complex data has been synthesized and
processed. (3.2, 4.1, 4.2)
Complex information/data have been
synthesized and processed.
M3. Present and communicate
appropriate findings.
. Appropriate structure has been used.
. Technical language accurately used.
. A range of methods of presentation has
been used.
To achieve M3 you will present and communicate appropriate
findings with appropriate structure (1.3, 2.1, and 2.2).
Distinction Grade Description:
D1. Use critical reflection to evaluate
own work and justify valid conclusion.
. Synthesis has been used to generate and
justify valid conclusions
. Evaluation has taken place using defined
criteria Realistic improvements have been
proposed against defined characteristics
Evaluation has taken place using the defined criteria (1.2, 1.4, and
4.1).
Realistic improvements have been proposed against defined
characteristic (4.3)
D2. Take responsibility for managing
and organizing activities.
The importance of interdependence has been
recognized.
To achieve D2 you will have demonstrated autonomy across your
assignment, with effective independent research and met the
deadlines to submit all the tasks and achieve the unit assessment
criteria and an interdependence with each learning outcome has been
demonstrated

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D3. Demonstrate convergent, lateral
and creative thinking
Ideas generate and decisions taken. Lateral
thinking have been applied. Capacity for
innovation and creative thought has been
used.
Receptiveness to new ideas has
demonstrated.
Your work demonstrates new ideas or suggestions towards the
assigned tasks and your research shows some creative thinking and
receptiveness to new ideas across the assignment making it look
different and creative.

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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
Unit Number and title Employability and Professional Development
Qualification HNDCSD – Level 4
Start Date 15/09/16
Deadline/ Hand-in 20/11/16
Assessor
TASK 1 to TASK 4: You are required to follow the instructions as specified towards each task
and support with a research by using supportive materials like books, journals, websites, etc., and
give a feedback on the findings by relating your arguments to the relevant case study/scenario as
specified towards each task:
Case Study
Select an organisation of your choice and a job title related to IT sector you have been worked in
the past or current or in the future.
Task 1
LO 1. The student should be able to be able to take responsibility for own personal and
professional development
P 1.1 reflect on own current skills and competencies against professional standards and
organisational objectives of the selected job role of the chosen organisation of your choice.
P 1.2 Evaluate own development needs for the selected job role in task 1.1 to work effectively and
the activities required to meet them.
P 1.3 Devise a personal and professional development plan which includes such as current
performance, future needs, SWOT, etc. based on identified needs of the selected job role for the
selected company.
P 1.4 Reflect on own development against original aims and objectives set in the personal and
professional development plan which you have produced in 1.3 for the selected job role.

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Task 2
LO 2. Be able to demonstrate acquired interpersonal and transferable skills
You have been appointed as a member a of software project team which will plan, design and
implement a payroll system for the chosen company.
2.1 For the chosen job role, communicate in a variety of styles and appropriate manner at various
levels and provide examples of communicating with your line managers, colleagues, and the
customers.
P 2.2 For the chosen job role, demonstrate effective time management strategies such as adopted
prioritising workloads; setting work objectives; using time effectively; making and keeping
appointments and reliable estimates of task time. You are required to use appropriate tools and
techniques for this task. In class demonstration is required as part of the assessment criteria.
TASK 3
LO 3. Understand the dynamics of working with others
Referring to the scenario in Task 2, address the following assessment criteria.
P 3.1 Analyse team dynamics discussing the roles people play within a team outlining how they
can work together to achieve shared goals for the software project.
P 3.2 Discuss alternative ways to complete tasks and achieve team goals during the development
process of the software project. You may consider various tools, techniques and methodologies.
TASK 4
LO 4. Be able to develop strategies for problem solving
P 4.1 Review tools and methods for developing solutions to specific problem that may occurin the software
project. (e.g., time management, managing human resources, and managing the budget).

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P 4.2 Develop an appropriate strategy for resolving a particular problem which is identified in
Task 4.1 such as time management, managing human resources, and managing the budget.
P4.3 Evaluate the potential impact on the business of implementing the strategy which was
developed in Task 4.2.

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Achievement Summary
The Following Sections to be completed by the assessor:
Centre Name: UKCBC
Campus:
Centre Number:
Please note that the assessor’s signature below denotes conformation that he/she has in no way
influenced the outcome of the assessment:
Assessors Name:
Assessors Signature:
Learners Name (to be filled by the
Assessor)
Intake: Batch: Term: Campus:
Learners Edexcel Reference Number
Has the unit been Internally Verified? Y/N
Date of verification:
Name of the Internal Verifier:
Internal verifiers signature:
If Sampled ,Internal verifiers comments on the assignment brief:
Evidence
Checklist
Summary of the evidence required by the student Evidence presented
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Unit Outcomes
Outcome Evidence for the criteria to pass, merit and
distinction as specified in the student
feedback and contextualised.
Assessors
decision
Internal verification
decision. (agree,
disagree)
TASK 1

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You are required to carry out a research by using supportive materials like books, websites, etc., and give a
feedback of the findings on P1.1, P1.2, 1.3, 1.4; The answers need to be reflected to the CASE STUDY chosen
for this task.
Select an organisation of your choice and a job title related to IT sector you have been worked in the past
or current or in the future.
LO 1. Be able to take
responsibility for own
personal and
professional
development
P 1.1 Reflect on own current skills and
competencies against professional standards
and organisational objectives of the selected
job role of the chosen organisation of your
choice.
P1.1 (P,M,D) P1.1
(P,M,D)
P 1.2 Evaluate own development needs for
the selected job role in task 1.1 to work
effectively and the activities required to meet
them.
P1.2
(P,M,D)
P1.2
(P,M,D)
P 1.3 Devise a personal and professional
development plan which includes such as
current performance, future needs, SWOT,
etc. based on identified needs of the selected
job role for the selected company
P1.3
(P,M,D)
P1.3
(P,M,D)
P 1.4 Reflect on own development against
original aims and objectives set in the
personal and professional development plan
which you have produced in 1.3 for the
selected job role.
P1.4
(P,M,D)
P1.4
(P,M,D)
Contextualised
Feedback for Task
1(reflecting 1.1, 1.2,
1.3, 1.4, Pass merit
and distinction.)

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IV comments
towards
Task 1
TASK 2
feedback of the findings on P2.1, P2.2; The answers need to be reflected to the CASE STUDY chosen for this
task.
You have been appointed as a member a of software project team which will plan, design and implement a
payroll system for the chosen company.
LO 2. Be able to
demonstrate
acquired
interpersonal and
transferable skills
P 2.1 For the chosen job role, communicate in
a variety of styles and appropriate manner at
various levels and provide examples of
communicating with your line managers,
colleagues, and the customers.
P2.1
(P,M,D)
P2.1
(P,M,D)
P 2.2 For the chosen job role, demonstrate
effective time management strategies such as
adopted prioritising workloads; setting work
objectives; using time effectively; making and
keeping appointments and reliable estimates
of task time. You are required to use
appropriate tools and techniques for this task.
In class demonstration is required as part of
the assessment criteria.
P2.2
(P,M,D)
P2.2
(P,M,D)
Contextualised
Feedback for Task
and distinction.)
IV comments
towards
Task 2

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TASK 3
feedback of the findings on P3.1, P3.2; The answers need to be reflected to the CASE STUDY chosen for this
task.
TASK 3
LO 3. Understand the
dynamics of working
with others
P 3.1 Analyse team dynamics discussing the
roles people play within a team outlining how
they can work together to achieve shared goals
for the software project.
P3.1
(P,M,D)
P3.1
(P,M,D)
P 3.2 Discuss alternative ways to complete
tasks and achieve team goals during the
development process of the software project.
You may consider various tools, techniques
and methodologies.
P3.2
(P,M,D)
P3.2
(P,M,D)
Contextualised
Feedback for Task
and distinction.)
IV comments
towards
Task 3
TASK 4
feedback of the findings on P4.1, P4.2, P4.3, and P4.4. The answers need to be reflected to the CASE STUDY
chosen for this task.
TASK 4
LO 4. Be able to
develop strategies for
problem solving
P 4.1 Review tools and methods for developing
solutions to specific problem that may occur in the
software project. (e.g., time management,
managing human resources, and managing the
budget).
P4.1
(P,M,D)
P4.1
(P,M,D)

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P 4.2 Develop an appropriate strategy for
resolving a particular problem which is
identified in Task 4.1 such as time management,
managing human resources, and managing the
budget.
P4.2
(P,M,D)
P4.2
(P,M,D)
P4.3 Evaluate the potential impact on the
business of implementing the strategy which
was developed in Task 4.2.
P4.3
(P,M,D)
P4.3
(P,M,D)
Contextualised
Feedback for Task
4.3, Pass merit and
distinction.)
IV comments
towards
Task 4
Merit grades
awarded
M1 M2 M3 P1 P2 P3 P4
Distinction
grades awarded
D1 D2 D3 Resubmit :
Any other comments
Grade given by the Assessor:
Pass Merit Distinction
Assessors Signature: Date:
IV Grading Check: Comments if any:
Agree
Disagree Modify grade to
IV signature:
Date:
Students feedback:
Student Signature: Date:
Plagiarism:

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Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awarding bodies’ regulations.
In this context the definition and scope of plagiarism are presented below:
Plagiarism is presenting someone’s work as your won. It includes copying information directly from the web
or books without referencing the material; submitting joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another
student’s coursework; stealing coursework form another student and submitting it as your own work. Suspected
plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with according to the college
procedure. (For further details please refer to the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)

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Appendix 4: Glossary of terms used for internally assessed
units
This is a summary of the key terms used to define the requirements within units.
Term Definition
Analyse Present the outcome of methodical and detailed examination either:
● breaking down a theme, topic or situation in order to interpret and
study the interrelationships between the parts and/or
● of information or data to interpret and study key trends and
interrelationships.
Analysis can be through activity, practice, written or verbal
presentation.
Apply Put into operation or use.
Use relevant skills/knowledge/understanding appropriate to context.
Arrange Organise or make plans.
Assess Offer a reasoned judgement of the standard/quality of a situation or a
skill informed by relevant facts.
Calculate Generate a numerical answer with workings shown.
Compare Identify the main factors relating to two or more items/situations or
aspects of a subject that is extended to explain the similarities,
differences, advantages and disadvantages.
This is used to show depth of knowledge through selection of
characteristics.
Compose Create or make up or form.
Communicate Convey ideas or information to others.
Create/construct skills to make or do something, for example a
display or set of accounts.
Create/Const
ruct
Skills to make or do something, for example, a display or set of
accounts.

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Critically
analyse
Separate information into components and identify characteristics with
depth to the justification.
Critically
evaluate
Make a judgement taking into account different factors and using
available knowledge/experience/evidence where the judgement is
supported in depth.
Term Definition
Define State the nature, scope or meaning.
Describe Give an account, including all the relevant characteristics, qualities
and events.
Discuss Consider different aspects of a theme or topic, how they interrelate,
and the extent to which they are important.
Demonstrate Show knowledge and understanding.
Design Plan and present ideas to show the
layout/function/workings/object/system/process.
Develop Grow or progress a plan, ideas, skills and understanding
Differentiate Recognise or determine what makes something different.
Discuss Give an account that addresses a range of ideas and arguments.
Evaluate Work draws on varied information, themes or concepts to consider
aspects, such as:
● strengths or weaknesses
● advantages or disadvantages
● alternative actions
● relevance or significance.
Students’ inquiries should lead to a supported judgement showing
relationship to its context. This will often be in a conclusion. Evidence
will often be written but could be through presentation or activity.
Explain To give an account of the purposes or reasons.

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Explore Skills and/or knowledge involving practical research or testing.
Identify Indicate the main features or purpose of something by recognising it
and/or being able to discern and understand facts or qualities.
Illustrate Make clear by using examples or provide diagrams.
Indicate Point out, show.
Interpret State the meaning, purpose or qualities of something through the use
of images, words or other expression.
Investigate Conduct an inquiry or study into something to discover and examine
facts and information.
Justify Learners give reasons or evidence to:
● support an opinion
● prove something is right or reasonable.
Outline Set out the main points/characteristics.
Plan Consider, set out and communicate what is to be done.
Term Definition
Produce To bring into existence.
Reconstruct To assemble again/reorganise/form an impression.
Report Adhere to protocols, codes and conventions where findings or
judgements are set down in an objective way.
Review Make a formal assessment of work produced.
The assessment allows learners to:
● appraise existing information or prior events
● reconsider information with the intention of making changes, if
necessary.
Show how Demonstrate the application of certain methods/theories/concepts.

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Stage and
manage
Organisation and management skills, for example, running an event
or a business pitch.
State Express.
Suggest Give possible alternatives, produce an idea, put forward, for example,
an idea or plan, for consideration.
Undertake/
carry out
Use a range of skills to perform a task, research or activity.
This is a key summary of the types of evidence used for BTEC Higher Nationals:
Type of evidence Definition
Case study A specific example to which all students must select and apply
knowledge.
Project A large scale activity requiring self-direction of selection of
outcome, planning, research, exploration, outcome and review.
Independent
research
An analysis of substantive research organised by the student
from secondary sources and, if applicable, primary sources.
Written task or
report
Individual completion of a task in a work-related format, for
example, a report, marketing communication, set of instructions,
giving information.
Simulated
activity/role play
A multi-faceted activity mimicking realistic work situations.
Team task Students work together to show skills in defining and structuring
activity as a team.
Presentation Oral or through demonstration.
Production of
plan/business plan
Students produce a plan as an outcome related to a given or
limited task.
Reflective journal Completion of a journal from work experience, detailing skills
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Poster/leaflet Documents providing well-presented information for a given
purpose.

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