Module Code: H7PBP
Long Title Professional Behaviours and Practice 
Title Professional Behaviours and Practice 
Module Level: LEVEL 7
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 10
Module Coordinator: EDITH RACHEL DOHERTY
Module Author: Andrea Del Campo Dugova
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate the ethical challenges facing HR and the financial implications of making ethical decisions
LO2 Evaluate the concept of evidence-based practice and how it can be applied to decision making
LO3 Demonstrate academic writing skills, including use of literature and referencing.
LO4 Discuss how HR can build diverse, inclusive organisations
LO5 Examine your own verbal communication and influencing style and consider how to improve it
LO6 Identify the elements of being a Professional in Human Resources and devise a plan for your own continuing professional development
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Ethics
Ethical concepts and theories Business case for ethical behaviour and sustainability Ethical conflicts HR Ethical dilemmas Encouraging ethical behaviour in organisations The concept of Good Work Financial implications for ethical decisions
Evidence-Based Practice
Importance of using evidence, not anecdote Sources of Data Analysing Data Models of Decision Making
Academic Writing
Search strategy Reviewing and validating academic material such as Journal Articles, Textbooks and Case Studies Reviewing and validating non-academic materials such as Websites, Newspapers and Corporate Reports Harvard referencing Plagiarism
Diversity & Inclusion
Differences between equality and diversity Forms of diversity Mental Health and Well-being Business case for diverse, inclusive organisations Role of HR in building a diverse, inclusive organisational culture
Communications & Influencing
Verbal communication skills Questioning and Listening Skills Influencing skills Value of collaborative working relationships
Continuing Professional Development & Development Plan
Continuing professional development CIPD Profession map Devising a development plan for your own career Reflective Learning
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Part Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Continuous Assessment % of total: 100
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
n/a
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom and demonstrations 35 Per Semester 2.92
Independent Learning Independent learning 215 Per Semester 17.92
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.92
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Taylor, S. and Perkins, G.. (2021), Work and Employment in a Changing Business Environment., CIPD Kogan Page.
  • Frost, S. and Kalman, D.. (2016), Inclusive talent management: how business can thrive in an age of diversity., London: Kogan Page..
  • Friedman, A. L.. (2012), Continuing professional development., Routledge, Abingdon, UK..
  • Barends, E. and Rousseau, D.M.. (2018), Evidence-based management: how to use evidence to make better organisational decisions., London: Kogan Page..
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Moon, J. A.. (2015), Reflection in learning & professional development: Theory & practice, Kogan  Page.
  • Dowson, P. & Robinson, S.. (2012), Business Ethics in Practice,, 1st Ed. CIPD, London.
  • Horn, R.. (2009), The business skills handbook., London: CIPD Kogan Page..
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • [Website], https://peopleprofession.cipd.org/learni ng.
  • [Website], Human Resources Available at: www.hrmagazine.co.uk/.
  • [Website], People Management Available at: www.peoplemanagement.co.uk.
  • [Website], Personnel Today Available at: www.personneltoday.com.
  • [Website], www.cipd.co.uk.
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