ULMS Electronic Module Catalogue |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | PLACEMENT PREPARATION MODULE | ||
Code | ULMS170 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr CR Barlow Finance and Accounting C.R.Barlow@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
8 12 5 5 |
30 | |||||
Timetable (if known) |
60 mins X 1 totaling 5
120 mins X 1 totaling 16 60 mins X 1 totaling 12 |
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Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 4: Attendance Assessment Type: Practical Assessment Duration/Size: Throughout module Weighting: 10% Reassessment Opportunity: No reassessment opportunity; the reason is detailed be | Attendance thoughout | 10 | ||||
Assessment 1: Individual Assignment Assessment Type: Coursework Size: 1500 words Weighting: 25 Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies An | -1500 words | 25 | ||||
Assessment 2: Job Application (CV, application form, cover letter) Assessment Type: Coursework Duration/Size: assessment size will vary Weighting: 20% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for | assessment size will | 20 | ||||
Assessment 3: Reflective Log Assessment Type: Coursework Duration/Size: 2500 Words Weighting: 45% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies | -2500 words | 45 |
Aims |
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This module aims to introduce students to the graduate recruitment process by providing them with the skills required to secure a work placement or summer internship. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Critically reflect on and evaluate their skills in relation to prospective employers’ requirements and identify their development needs; |
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(LO2) Research career opportunities relevant to their degree specialism in relation to their own career aspirations using a range of media and approaches; |
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(LO3) Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills appropriate to a role within business; |
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(LO4) Experience working with others and how to develop effective relationships; |
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(LO5) Gain an awareness of the commercial issues facing organisations; |
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(LO6) Be able to carry out effective self-guided research. |
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(S1) Adaptability |
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(S2) Problem solving skills |
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(S3) Commercial awareness |
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(S4) Teamwork |
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(S5) Organisational skills |
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(S6) Communication skills |
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(S7) Lifelong learning skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Delivery: Mixed, hybrid delivery with social distancing on campus Teaching Method: Online Asynchronous Learning Materials Teaching Method: Assessment Centre Teaching Method: Group Study Self Directed Learning Hours: 120 Skills/Other Attributes Mapping Skills / attributes: Lifelong learning skills Skills / attributes: Communication skills Skills / attributes: Organisational skills Skills / attributes: Teamwork Skills / attributes: Commercial awareness Skills / attributes: Problem solving skills Skills / attributes: Adaptability |
Syllabus |
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Introductory Session: Introduction to the module . |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |