Module Details

Module Code: HOSP6065
Title: Personal Development
Long Title: Personal Development
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8110 - Hospitality
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module prepares the student for work based learning (placement). This will consolidate and advance his/her personal development and provide the knowledge, skills and competencies to produce a professional career plan for the hospitality and tourism industry.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify key professional skills required in the Hospitality Industry.
LO2 Apply communication skills to a range of social and professional situations.
LO3 Recognise how interpersonal skills and professionalism are perceived by and impact upon customers and colleagues.
LO4 Devise a professional career plan using a holistic approach to personal and professional development.
LO5 Work as part of a team and engage in teamwork, problem solving techniques and negotiation skills.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Personal Skills for Coping with Life and Work
Professional attitude and conduct. Self-assessment. Social responsibility. Time management. SWOT analysis. Professional awareness. Work /life balance. Stress management.
Communication
Assertiveness. Letters of application. Interview techniques. Communication with mentors and using feedback effectively. Writing a reflective journal.
Social / Relationship Skills
Teamwork for organisational success. Teams in a multi-disciplinary and multi-national context. Working with cultural diversity. Problem solving, decision making. Negotiation skills.
Career Planning and preparation for Work Placement.
Structure of the Hospitality Industry and career opportunities. Reflection on career direction, exploring career opportunities and developing a career plan. Preparation for work placement. Lifelong learning and exploring further education options. Career services.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Class based group assignment
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 50
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Personal Development Aspirations
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
In class contributions
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Practical Development of Skills Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student Self-Directed Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Practical Development of Skills Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student Self-Directed Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Stella Cottrell. (2010), Skills for Success, Palgrave Macmillan, Basingstoke, [ISBN: 9780230250185].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Barbara Bassot. (2013), The Reflective Journal, Palgrave MacMillan, Basingstoke, [ISBN: 9781137324719].
  • Sarah Moore, Colin Neville, Maura Murphy, Cornelia Connolly. (2010), The Ultimate Study Skills Handbook, Open University Press, p.240, [ISBN: 9780335234424].
  • Stella Cottrell. (2008), The Study Skills Handbook, 2nd. Palgrave Macmillan, Basingstoke, [ISBN: 9780230573055].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_OHOST_6 Higher Certificate in Arts in Hospitality Studies 2 Mandatory