Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Suzanne Fawcus
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(Admission to BBA or BBus or BCom) and 130cp at 1000 level or above including 10cp at 3000 level
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit explores the role and practice of learning and development (L&D) in organisations with an applied industry component. Through engagement with industry partners, the unit provides students with the opportunity to apply L&D principles, concepts, theories and skills to key aspects of the training and development function. Through this, students will develop a broad view of the complex and contested issues that confront organisations when constructing systems of learning and knowledge generation. Students will also gain an appreciation of the strategic choices available and key practical challenges in L&D. Visit Employability Connect for important information on this unit including required preparation and closing dates for PACE activities. |
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Late Assessment Submission Penalty (written assessments)
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern.
For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to apply for Special Consideration.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Tutorial Contributions and Discussions | 20% | No | Weeks 4, 6, 7 & 8 |
Project Plan | 15% | No | Week 5 |
Project Report | 45% | No | Week 11 |
Reflective Writing | 20% | No | During the formal examination period |
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Weeks 4, 6, 7 & 8
Weighting: 20%
Class participation is assessed by a student’s engagement in discussions facilitated by the lecturer, contributions to online discussion forums, or general questions asked during lectures or tutorials. Participation is expected to be well considered and relevant to the topic.
Assessment Type 1: Plan
Indicative Time on Task 2: 13 hours
Due: Week 5
Weighting: 15%
Collaborative task where students develop a detailed roadmap outlining tasks, timelines, and resources required for a project.
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 45%
Collaborative assignment where students work together to achieve a common goal, combining their skills and knowledge for a shared outcome with individual and group components.
Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: During the formal examination period
Weighting: 20%
Self-assessment exercise encouraging students to critically analyse their learning experiences and insights for personal growth and improvement.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
See ilearn for further details
See ilearn for further details
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The ULOs have been reviewed and updated.
The assessments have been reviewed and updated
There is no formal final examination.
Unit information based on version 2024.04 of the Handbook