Skills Audit

Skill/Ability definition ExamplesCurrent

skills level

(1, 2 , 3)

Your current evidence of this skill

Interpersonal Skills1.Comfortable in social situations2.Appreciates the views of others3.Adjusts behaviour to account for other people4.Maintains good communication within groups of people

Customer service Retail/restaurant work Aware of self 2/3

Brief experience working for a beauty/pharmaceutical retailer – allowed to develop interpersonal skills with customers, requiring me to alter my behaviour depending on the situation.Confident in having to communicate with others regarding various situations, both informal and formal – in order to set up meetings/talk about any arising issues.

Management Skills1.Organises self to complete set tasks2.Sets and achieves objectives3.Plans best use of resources for self and others

Study and work Meets deadlines Maintains budget Emotionally aware Time Management Skills Dissertation

3

Submission of all required University work by the stated deadline – confident in being able to come up with a timeline to submission in order to ascertain when certain stages of work must be complete.Confident in providing myself with enough time to complete any required work, both assignments and examinations – minimising any upset and stress that this could cause me.

Learning Skills1.Willing to learn2.Keen to learn and has a plan3.Tries to improve learning ability4.Strategic about learning for self and others

Undergraduate Maintain revision plans

3

Having studied a BA (Hons) degree, this displays a willingness to study at a higher level for a sustained period of time.Confident in knowing which way to approach my own learning and development in order to achieve the best results I can – however, this is adapted accordingly depending on the subject & setting etc.

Written Communication1.Uses accurate language2.Writes with the reader in mind3.Can write for a variety of purposes

Essay/report writing Promotional pamphlets/posters Dissertation 3

Formal writing skills have developed substantially during University study – essays/reports required to be written this way, and thus, I had to be sure of how to do this properly.Substantial length of dissertation submitted – also highlighting my abilities in formal written communication.

Scoring: 3 = confident in my skills 2 = room for improvement 1 = limited specific skills in this area

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Posters (and menus) have also been created for a family business – showcasing the ability to complete these tasks also.

Verbal Communication1.Can hold a conversation2.Is skilled in conversation and discussion3.Can help others communicate

Giving presentations Participation in tutorial groups,

seminars or workshops Debating Facilitator of group discussion

2

After giving a number of assessed presentations, I am confident in possessing the capabilities required in order to be able to do this. However, I lack a little confidence in being able to facilitate discussions with people I do not know, however, if this is in a group setting such as a tutorial, I feel more at ease and I am able (and encouraged) to take part when required.I am aware that I will need to work on this in terms of going into organisations and working for them.

Problem-Solving1.Can identify a problem2.Can identify solutions3.Can analyse relevant information and investigate options4.Can apply creative thinking in search of a solution

Case studies Travel/accommodation plans Organising an event Working within tight timeframes Participation in business games

2/3

When studying on module (BUSU9QI – Business Improvement) this required myself (and my group) to go into a business setting and map out their operations and the way they worked. In doing so, we were to identify the bottlenecks that the company were suffering from, and provide them with solutions in order to rectify any issues that they may have.

Information & Communication Technology1.Has basic computer skills2.Can use a range of software 3.Can manage ICT facilities

Excel, Word PowerPoint skills Specific modules 3

Studied various modules throughout University, largely focusing on using Microsoft Excel to analyse and manipulate data. Other modules focused on using Word and PowerPoint to facilitate the successful completion of assessments.When studying a module on Project Management, this introduced me to a new software in order to complete the assessment required for successful completion – computer labs during this time provided me with the knowledge of how to work using this software.

Numbers and Data1.Can do basic arithmetic operations2.Can estimate, calculate and manipulate data3.Can design numerical investigations

Specific modules Handling money Quantitative research

3Confident in my abilities of basic mathematic skills to complete arithmetic operations – can then use this to manipulate data.Quantitative data research was used throughout the completion of my dissertation – this further highlights

Scoring: 3 = confident in my skills 2 = room for improvement 1 = limited specific skills in this area

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my confidence in being able to use and analyse numerical data.

Team Working

1. Can work with others2. Ability to be an effective member of a team3. Ability to lead and motivate a team

Group work Successful group work Project manager or team leader

2/3Very open to working with others as part of a team as generally, the whole team is working towards a common goal. As a result, using various methods this has enabled the group/teams to achieve a good grade and feedback.However, I am a very private person, and so I find it difficult to notify other team members regarding my family situation. While I do this to the best of my ability, I still feel it has some affect on the outcome of the group as a whole.

Commercial Awareness1.Have an understanding of the business environment2.Can speculate about the future3.Understand the past to predict the future

Newspapers/industry journals Research into company Research into industry

2Research has been conducted into business areas/companies that I have some interest of possibly working for in the future, so I am confident that I am aware of the industries that they are in and can then apply this to applications/interviews should they arise.However, I lack some knowledge and need to improve in regards to the sector as a whole.

Career Management Skills1.Has some concept of applying own skills to job

applications2.Understands self and how different jobs might suit3.Takes a strategic approach to career planning4.Is flexible, adaptable and proactive about careers

Appointment with CDC CV writing sessions Interview technique sessions Assessment Centre sessions Understands skills Understand skills gap

1/2

Throughout University, I have not had any appointments with CDC. However, I have looked at other online systems that provided me with ways to effectively put together a comprehensive CV in order to apply for jobs.As a result of studying on this PDP module however, I have some confidence in knowing what skills organisations are looking for from graduate employees. From this, I will be seeking to apply these skills and make them known to prospective employers when applications are being made.

Scoring: 3 = confident in my skills 2 = room for improvement 1 = limited specific skills in this area