Module Code: H6PPD
Long Title Personal & Professional Development
Title Personal & Professional Development
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: AKARI DEVELOPER
Module Author: Helen Power
Departments:  
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 LO 1. Identify and facilitate the removal of, common barriers to communication
LO2 LO 2. Analyse, structure and present information in a variety of formats as applied to various business oriented situations
LO3 LO 3. Engage in public speaking and presentations
LO4 LO 4. Demonstrate the ability to apply good listening and conceptualising skills
LO5 LO 5. Apply communication skills to ensure effective interpersonal communication
LO6 LO 6. Augment their presentation skill using appropriate technology
LO7 LO 7. Analyse their own learning style to facilitate individual and group development in an organisational setting
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
Introductory Communications Concepts (15%)
• The human capacity to process information • The concept of information overload • Models of learning and memory • Language
Principles of Written and Oral Presentations (20%)
• Structure of reports • Marshalling the data • Basic principle of clear writing • Diction, projection and clarity • Speaking to an audience – techniques to use • Writing class assignments and essays • Report writing • Dealing with technical information • Use of graphics, tables etc.
The Presentation Process (20%)
• Knowing your target audience • Structure of a presentation • Supplementary materials • Pacing the presentation • Use of presentation tools • Importance of non-verbal communication • Class and project presentation
Interactive Skills (15%)
• Interpersonal psychology • Feedback and stimulation • Handling questions • Dealing with criticisms • Listening techniques
Interpersonal Communication (15%)
• Psychological principles underpinning interpersonal communication • Meetings • Interviews • Negotiation and problem resolution • Communication in small groups • Large group communication
Presentation Software (15%)
Learn how to make presentations using presentation software
Teaching Methodology
Lectures Supporting workshops
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Practical % of total: 100
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed:  
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
All students will complete three assignments which assess the Learning Outcomes of the module (20%, 40% and 40%).
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment

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

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 2 Every Week 2.00
Tutorial No Description 1 Every Week 1.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 2 Every Week 2.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • McClave, H.. (2008), Communication for business, 4th edition. Gill and McMillan.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Farnmount, T.. (1988), Fast Track, Hodder and Stoughton.
  • Fisher. R and Ury. W.. (1992), Getting to Yes, Century Business.
  • Joss, M. W.. (1999), Looking good in presentations, Coriolis.
  • Levinson, H.. (1989), Designing and Managing your career, Harvard Business Review.
  • Montross, D. H. and Shinkman, J.. (1992), Career Development, theory and practice, USA.
  • Pedler, M, Burgoyne, J., Boydell, T.. (2001), A manager’s guide to self-development, McGraw-Hill.
  • Stewart, J.. (1999), Employee Development Practice, Pitman.
  • Thomson, J.. (1999), Changing Patterns of Management Development, Blackhall.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • [Journal], People management.
  • [Journal], HRD Ireland.
Discussion Note: