Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: BUSM6534C
Course Title: Manage personal and professional development
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5401 - Diploma of Fashion Styling
Course Contact: Anni Juracich
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236
Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Anni Juracich
anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Glenda McNeill
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course Description
This course is designed for you to explore the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and processes that support the personal and professional development of yourself and others. You will explore how to identify development opportunities, set realistic goals and develop plans to achieve them. You will be encouraged to establish networks to assist you to achieve your goals.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development |
Element: |
1. Manage work goal development |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Document team member responsibilities and identify organisational framework for development of work goals 1.2 Support others to develop work goals, plans and activities that align with their responsibilities 1.3 Assess others’ work goals, plans and activities for alignment with organisational goals and provide feedback to team members 1.4 Facilitate access to personal and professional development opportunities that align to team member goals, plans and activities |
Element: |
2. Facilitate achievement of work priorities |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Assess and prioritise personal, team and organisational demands 2.2 Use technology to manage work priorities of the team 2.3 Identify and implement techniques to manage team health and wellbeing in the workplace |
Element: |
3. Develop and maintain professional competence |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Document own development needs, priorities and plans using applicable competency standards, where required 3.2 Seek feedback from relevant personnel on own development needs 3.3 Participate in personal and professional development activities that address identified needs, priorities and plans |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This course will be available in an online delivery mode.
Learning activities will include:
- class exercises to review class presentations
- peer learning
- group discussion
- online videos or tutorials
- independent and team research as well as class presentations
- discussion posting and comments online
- networking
Teaching Schedule
While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of resources.
WEEK |
STARTING |
TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
01 |
04 Jul |
INTRODUCTION & OVERVIEW
introductions.
Present and discuss AT1 – Pathways to Personal Development |
Brainstorming characteristics of successful fashion stylist skills categories Managing self versus managing others Present moment activity |
02 |
11 Jul |
Measuring performance
How to define Personal behaviour and determine Self awareness and innate personality traits – Prioritising tasks; important versus urgent
|
Performance measurement – measures of success (KPI’s & balanced scorecard) theory and activity Personal behaviour, self-awareness and personality traits identification –
Who are your role models? Discuss AT1 – what original work looks like |
03 |
18 Jul |
Personal Development – planning for improvement
Goal setting theory and principles |
Personal development plan for continuous improvement theory and activity Personal goal setting, e.g. SMART goal strategy Task prioritisation (4Ds) |
04 |
25 Jul |
Learning styles – theory and determining how you prefer to learn
Worklife balance Theory and setting a plan to maintain a healthy worklife/balance
Management development opportunities Mentoring Job rotation Shadowing On the job training |
Kolb learning style quiz
Techniques for defining and maintaining work/life balance Opportunities for professional development within your role
|
05 |
01 Aug |
Work Methods and practices Personal performance – How to measure own performance How to prioritise work How to improve connections How to improve performance |
|
06 |
08 Aug |
Present and discuss AT2 Reviewing Personal + Professional Development (Journal).
Submit AT1 onto canvas. |
Submit AT1
|
07 |
15 Aug |
AT2 Section 1 – Introduction
|
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08 |
22 Aug |
HELP ME WEEK |
One on one consultations |
29 August - 02 September: Mid-semester break | |||
09 |
05 Sept |
AT2 Section 2 – Analysis • Setting SMART goals. • Review Mentoring options for your learning style. Interpersonal skills – Active listening, positive questioning, think before speaking. |
|
10 |
12 Sept |
Self Awareness + Stress
One on One progress check with teacher. |
|
11 |
19 Sept |
Personal Development + Networking.
Training based development. |
|
12 |
26 Sept |
Receiving Feedback
|
|
13 |
03 Oct |
Body Language
|
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14 |
10 Oct |
Final Progress check AT2. |
|
15 |
17 Oct |
Submit AT2 onto canvas Sharing personal learnings |
Submit AT2 onto canvas Sharing analysis of plan in class. |
|
16 – 17 |
24 Oct – 4 Nov |
Feedback and Resubmission Weeks
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Additionally, the University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Fashion styling library guide;
https://rmit.libguides.com/c.php?g=928317&p=6710138
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit Assessment
Assessment Tasks
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1 – Knowledge Quiz - Pathways to Personal Development: You will be asked to answer questions relating to your understanding of effective ways to maintain and build Personal Development in an organisation. Due Week 6.
Assessment Task 2 – Reviewing Personal & Professional Development (Journal) - This task requires you to develop a Personal Development Plan in the form of a reflective journal whilst you are planning a group event. As a reflective journal, it will enable you to utilise the methods discussed throughout the semester, to create systems and processes to organise information and prioritise tasks. Due Week 15.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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