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UK COLLEGEBUSINESS AND COMPUTING

Module BookletCourse: EDEXCEL BTEC (HND) BUSINESS

Group: Edexcel Level 5

Module: Unit 49 Work Based Experience

Module type: Optional

Module Code: D/601/0998

Module Credit: 15

Teaching Period: (15+ 6weeks)

Level: 5 (QCF)

Contact Hours: (21*3 = 63)

Lecturers: 15 weeks

Assignment support: 3 week

Feedback and assignment: 3 weeks

Lecturer: Ashish Gupta

Term Start date: 14/09/2015

Day: Fridays

Time: 1000-1300 hours

Room: Kilburn Campus / Room 04

Term: Sept Feb 2015


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CONTENTS

1.INTRODUCTION, AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

2.MODULE OUTLINE AND TEACHING METHODS

3.READING AND COURSE PREPRATION

4.LECTURE WITH DETAILED COURSE PROGRAMME AND OBJECTIVES

5.ASSESSMENT DETAILS

INTRODUCTION

-based learning has increasingly become an area of interest for the higher

ation (HE) sector. It is seen as means by which to support the personal and

ssional development of students who are already in work or about to work and the

of the learning and development tends to be on the students workplace activities

nan and Little, 2006).

wledge creation and the deployment of new knowledge in the workplace have given

o the workplace itself being recognised as a site of learning and knowledgeuction. This concept is an integral feature of the knowledge economy and the

ing intellectual capital of businesses has the potential to erode awarding bodies as

the dominant force in knowledge creation. If HE is to continue to make a

bution to the knowledge economy, collaborative activities based in and around the

place should be considered (Brennan, 2005).The challenge for global businesses is

mpete on the basis of unique value. This will necessitate investments in new

ucts, processes or services and in new ways of doing business. Measures to develop

nterprise skills and creativity of the workforce are likely to be a prerequisite. The

of technological change and market responses demand a continuous drive toate. Work based has a key role to play in supporting businesses to innovate.


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nificant amount of learning can be achieved by carrying out practical activities in a

place. Learning may be enhanced by taking a more formal approach to work-based

ties by planning, carrying out the activities and reflecting on the benefits of the

ties to the business and to the learner.

unit is designed to allow flexibility of study for part-time and full-time students. It

pected that learners will be supervised in the workplace in addition to theirmic supervisor.

ers will have the opportunity, supported by their supervisors, to negotiate and

rm activities which will allow them to fulfil the assessment criteria for this unit.

will recognise the scope of what they have achieved by recording evidence from

ng out the activities. They will also gain maximum benefit by reflection on and

ation of the work they undertake

ning Outcomes and assessment criteria:

uccessful completion of this unit a learner will:

ble to negotiate industry experience

derstand the specific requirements of the placement

ble to undertake work experience as identified

ble to monitor and evaluate own performance and learning

cative content:

Be able to negotiate industry experience

ble organisation and location:types of establishments for placement eg industry-

d work for a client brief at college, existing work environment, and different

tment within current employers business

tiation:methods of contacting organisations; methods of undertaking negotiations

re of duties:type of undertaking eg routine duties and tasks, project work,

opment of new procedures/protocol

rvisors:roles and responsibilities of academic and industrial mentors

ctations of learning: aims eg proficiency in new tasks and procedures, time

gement and problem-solving skills, reflection, discuss progress with others,work


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ence to quality systems, health and safety considerations, supervision time,

oad, customer satisfaction, limited staffing, cost of materials

Understand the specific requirements of the placement

:details of activities example, specific hourly, daily, weekly routine and non-

ne tasks; breakdown of a project into stages; new procedures/protocol

itise:reasons for rationalisation of the order of tasks; methods of prioritising work

for the work experience:methods used to develop detailed plan with schedule of

proposed dates for reviews, expected input from supervisors

fits to organisation and learner: advantages to business eg allowing more routine

to be carried out, allowing procedures/techniques to be developed, increasingnsiveness, identifying cost saving measures; advantages to learner eg

rstanding how a business operates, understanding importance of teamwork,

ng new techniques, development of problem-solving and time-management skills

ble to undertake work experience as identified

out the planned activities: realisation example, carrying out tasks and project

according to relevant legislation, training and codes of practice; developing newdures or protocol

d activities in the appropriate manner: systematic and appropriate recording of

ant activities example, logbook, diary, portfolio, spreadsheets, databases; list of

rces

e the initial plan as required:methods used to review activities at the appropriate

o see if they meet requirements, make alterations as needed


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ation of the quality of the work undertaken:meeting industry standards and

ating own performance against original proposal; comments/testimony from

visors

unt of learning during the work experience:details of experience gained eg new

dures, interpersonal skills, time management, problem solving, teamwork; details

dence eg portfolio of evidence, scientific report, management report

mmendations on how the learning experience could have been enhanced:

native ideas eg different location, different brief, different time period, more/less

ort, better time management, better preparation


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Programme Specification

Accrediting Body: EDEXCEL

Course: BTEC HND IN BUSINESS

Unit: 49 WORK BASED EXPERIENCE

Wk Lecture Schedule Outcome of session Activity/seminarand formative

assessment

Resources

1 Introduction to the module.

Importance of understanding the

challenges expected by todays

employers and reflection of the

learning outcomes with special

importance to work based learning

Introduction to the module, mode of assessment,

awareness of the awarding body, assessment

criteria and the mode of assessment

Background of the

expectations of the

awarding body

Module handbook.

2 Be able to negotiate industry

experience either focusing to a

specific job or a business plan.

Advise how to choose a suitable organization and

location, negotiation, nature of duties, supervisors,

expectations of learning and business constraints.

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome

1.1

Power point slides

from:

Organizational

behaviour

3 Do Negotiate with work experience and supervision

towards work experience; recognise the business

constraints on the work experience offered.

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome

1.2

Power point slides

understanding the

organizational

behaviour and


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individual and gro

behaviour.

4 Understand the specific requirements

of the placement

Awareness to tasks and responsibilities involved in

the relevant work experience, produce a plan for

the work experience.

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome

2.1, 2.2

PowerPoint slides

from HR

5 Do Analyse the benefits of the proposed activities to

the business and the learner

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome2.3

Power point slides

from managing cha

6 Review of learning outcome 2. A review of learning outcome three. Lecturer is

expected to revise the whole AC 2.1 TO 2.3

Learner will be

required to present

their formative

assignment to the

tutor

Feedback and one-t

one support

7 Field Trip to the London Stock

Exchange (LSE)

The trip forms part of learners criteria towards

Industrial Based Experience

Learner will be

required to write

about the trip the

following week

There will be lectur

and tour around th

main building

including the Tradi

Room. PowerPoint

presentation

8 Be able to undertake work experience

as identified

Addressing the LO and case study. Fulfil specified

requirements of placement confirming to all

Case study and

addressing the

PowerPoint slides o

code of practices


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related codes of practices.

Advise how to produce systematic records of work

undertaken.

learning outcome

3.1, 3.2.

Assignment case st

and workshop on th

case study.

9 Do Revise the plan as required, make suggestions

for improvement and review these with a

proper feedback

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome3.3,

3.4.

Feedback and one

one support.

10 A review of learning outcome three,

that is, AC 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4

A review of learning outcome three. Lecturer is

expected to revise the whole AC 3.1 TO 3.4.

Learner will be

required to present

their formative

assignment to the tutor

Feedback and grou

support.

11 Be able to monitor and evaluate own

performance and learning

Monitor progress against original proposal,

evaluate the quality of own performance.

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome

4.1,4.2

Power point slides

covering performan

management and s

appraisal.

12 Do Analyse the learning which has taken place

during the work experience using suitable

reflections.

Make recommendations on how the experiencecould have been enhanced

Case study and

addressing the

learning outcome

4.3,4.4

Feedback session an

addressing the case

study and reflective

practices.

13 Group discussion: Address all

challenges faced by learners

regarding completing of work

Monitor the performance of learners. There will

be group discussion and support for individual

learners

Compare the

individual work

experience to the visit

Flip chart, WBE

progress template a

PowerPoint


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experience plan and proposal sheet and additional

reflections with a

feedback.

presentation

14

Address the relevant learning

outcomes and individual feedback

Review of learning outcome 4. That is, AC 4.1

TO 4.4

Case study and

addressing all the

learning outcome

Group support and

question to answer

session addressing

learners needs

15 Revision. Summarising all the tasks A review of all learning outcomes. The structure

of learner and the policies regarding the

assignment submission.

PowerPoint, Feedba

16 Assignment support and feedback Providing feedback All ACs Word



19 Assignment support and feedback Evaluating assessment tasks All ACs Turnitin



Work-Based Learning: Bridging Knowledge and Action in the Workplace;Joseph A. Raelin

The Work-Based Learning Student Handbook;Palgrave Study Skills;Dr Ruth Helyer

Doing Work Based Research: Approaches to Enquiry for Insider-Researchers;Carol Costley,Paul Gibbs,Sage publications.

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Lecturer: Ashish Gupta

Campus: Kilburn

Contact details: [email protected]

Assessment:

The module will be assessed meeting all the LO as specified by the awarding body, Ed Excel.

Please read the instructions carefully while addressing the tasks specified.

Contribution: 100% of the module

Outline Details: Individual report approx. 3500 4000 words. Details enclosed in the assignment brief.

Teaching and Learning Activities

The module tutor(s) will aim to combine lectures with tutorial activities. This environment will provide opportunities for the student to

understand the course material through case study and text and to apply it in a practical way. The intent is to facilitate interactive class activitie

and discussion about the significant role of research in a global and local business environment.


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2.3 Teaching Ethos

The colleges approach towards teaching and learning is simple and effective. The main aim of UKCBC is to assist learners in maximising their

potential by ensuring that they are taught clearly and effectively. This will enable students to engage in the learning environment and promote

success in both their academic studies and subsequent career.

2.3.1 Methods of Delivery:

LECTURES:

These will be developed around the key concepts as mentioned in the indicative course content and will use a range of live examples and cases

from business practice to demonstrate the application of theoretical concepts. This method is primarily used to identify and explain key aspect

of the subject so that learners can utilise their private study time more effectively.

SEMINARS:

These are in addition to the lectures. The seminars are designed to give learners the opportunity to test their understanding of the material

covered in the lectures and private study with the help of reference books. This methodology usually carries a set of questions identified in

advance. Seminars are interactive sessions led by the learners. This method of study gives the learner an excellent opportunity to clarify any

points of difficulty with the tutor and simultaneously develop their oral communication skills.

CASE STUDIES:An important learning methodology is the extensive use of case studies. They enable learners to apply the concepts that they

learn in their subjects. The learners have to study the case, analyse the facts presented and arrive at conclusions and recommendations. This

assists in the assessment of the learners ability to apply to the real world the tools and techniques of analysis which they have learnt. The case

study serves as a supplement to the theoretical knowledge imparted through the course work.

Plagiarism:

Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awarding bodies regulations. In this context the definition and

scope of plagiarism are presented below:

Plagiarism is presenting someones work as your won. It includes copying information directly from the web or books without referencing the

material; submitting joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another students coursework; stealing coursework form another studentand submitting it as your own work. Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with according to th

college procedure. (For further details please refer to the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)


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ACHIEVEMENT SUMMARY

The Following Sections to be completed by the assessor:

Centre Name: UKCBC

Campus: Kilburn

Centre Number:Please note that the assessors signature below denotes conformation that he/she

has in no way influenced the outcome of the assessment:

Outcome Evidence for the criteria to

pass.

Assessors

decision

Internal

verification

decision.

(agree,

disagree)

TASK 1 You can either choose a job description of your passion where you want to pursue

it as your career, or a Job of your choice where you are experienced and want to upgrade

your work experience, or a business plan that you want to start and this will help you build

up the required work experienceand answer the following (approx. 1000 words) Note:

make sure your Individual work plan is included, covering all the LO and signed by

your supervisor

LO1.

The student should be

able to negotiate industry

experience in the

business of the chosen

business or job and

address the following.

P1.1- research and evaluate

suitable organisations that

could provide industry

experience

P1.1

(P,M,D)

P1.1

(P,M,D)

P1.2- negotiates with work

and academic supervisors a

proposal for the work

experience.

P1.2

(P,M,D)

P1.2

(P,M,D)

P1.3- recognise the business

constraints on the work

experience

P1.3

(P,M,D)

P1.3

(P,M,D)

Summarized Feedback

for Task 1(reflecting 1.1,

1.2, 1.3, Pass merit and

distinction.)

IV comments towards

Task 1


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TASK 2 Addressthe job or business plan for the purpose and answer the following

(approx. 1000 words). Note these have to be reflected on the ILWP

LO2.Understand the

specific requirements of

the placement.

P2.1-agree and prioritise the

tasks and responsibilities

involved in the work

experience

P2.1

(P,M,D)

P2.1

(P,M,D)

P2.2-Produce a plan for the

work experience

P2.2

(P,M,D)

P2.2

(P,M,D)

P2.3 Analyse the benefits of

the proposed activities to the

business and the learner

P2.3

(P,M,D)

P2.3

(P,M,D)

Summarized Feedback


2.2, 2.3, 2.4, Pass merit

and distinction.)

IV comments towards

Task 2

TASK 3Address the work experience for the purpose and answer the following (approx.

1000 words)

TASK 3

LO3.Be able to undertake

work experience as

identified

P3.1- Fulfilspecified

requirements of placement

conforming to all related

codes of practice

P3.1

(P,M,D)

P3.1

(P,M,D)

P3.2- produces systematic

records of challenges workexperience undertaken

P3.2

(P,M,D)

P3.2

(P,M,D)

P3.3- - Revise the initial plan

if required

P3.3

(P,M,D)

P3.3

(P,M,D)

P3.4make suggestions for

improvement and review

these with the supervisor

P3.4

(P,M,D)

P3.4

(P,M,D)

Summarized Feedback


3.2, 3.3, 3.4, Pass meritand distinction.)

IV comments towards

Task 3

TASK 4Address your desired job or business plan towards work experience for the

purpose and answer the following (approx. 1000 words)

TASK 4 P4.1 Monitor progress

against original proposal

P4.1

(P,M,D)

P4.1

(P,M,D)


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LO4.Be able to monitor

and evaluate own

performance and learning

P4.2Evaluate the quality of

own performance

P4.2

(P,M,D)

P4.2

(P,M,D)

P4.3.analyse the learning

which has taken place

during the work experience

using suitable reflections

P4.3

(P,M,D)

P4.3

(P,M,D)

P4.4make recommendations

on how the experience could

have been enhanced

P4.4

(P,M,D)

P4.4

(P,M,D)

Summarized Feedback


4.2, 4.3, 4.4 Pass merit and

distinction.)

IV comments towards

Task 4

Merit grades

awarded

M1 M2 M3 P1 P2 P3 P4

Distinction grades

awarded

D1 D2 D3 Resubmit :

Any other comments

Grade given by the Assessor:

Pass Merit Distinction

Assessors Signature: Date:

IV Grading Check: Comments if any:Agree

Disagree Modify grade to

IV signature:

Date:

Students feedback:

Student Signature: Date:

Plagiarism:

Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and awardingbodies regulations. In this context the definition and scope of plagiarism are presented

below:

Plagiarism is presenting someones work as your won. It includes copying information

directly from the web or books without referencing the material; submitting joint

coursework as an individual effort; copying another students coursework; stealing

coursework form another student and submitting it as your own work. Suspected

plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with according


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to the college procedure. (For further details please refer to the plagiarism policy and the

student code of conduct.)


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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF SECTION

ASSIGNMENT BRIEF


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Unit Number and title Work Based Experience

Qualification BTEC HND Business (Level 5)

Term Start Date 14 September 2015

Deadline/ Hand-in 29thJanuary 2016

Assessor

TASK 1 to TASK 4:

You are required to follow the instructions as specified towards each task and

support with evidence where required. You will also be required to demonstrate

your ability to research, plan, prioritise, undertake work experience, monitor and

evaluate your own performance.

You can either choose a job description of your passion where you want to

pursue as a career, or a Job of your choice where you are experienced and want to

upgrade your work experience.

LO 1. The student should be able to negotiate industry experience in the

business of the chosen case study and address the following.

Task 1:

In this section you are to research various organisations that could potentially

offer work experience, negotiate the suitability of the role with your academic

supervisor considering any constraints associated with the role.

Required

P1.1 Research and evaluate suitable organisations that could provide industry

experience

P1.2 Negotiate with work and academic supervisors a proposal for the work

experience

P1.3 Recognise the business constraints on the work experience offered


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LO 2.Understand the specific requirements of the placement.

Task 2

In this section you are to demonstrate ability towards planning and prioritising

tasks and responsibilities and be able to discuss the benefits of work experience

to the learner and the employer. An individual work plan prepared by you is

mandatory.

Required

P2.1 Agree and prioritise the tasks and responsibilities involved in the work

experience

P2.2- Produce a plan for the work experience

P2.3- Analyse the benefits of the proposed activities to the business and the

learner.

LO 3. Be able to undertake work experience as identified

TASK 3

In this section you are to show evidence of undertaking work experience by

systematically recording the work you undertake and review your work plan as

is necessary and make suggestions for improvement to any area of the

responsibilities given to you.

Required

P3.1- Fulfil the specified requirements of placement conforming to all related

codes of practice.

P3.2- Produces systematic records of the work undertaken

P3.3- Revise the initial plan as required

P3.4 Make suggestions for improvement and review these with the supervisor


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LO 4. Be able to monitor and evaluate own performance and learning.

TASK 4

In this section are to show ability towards monitoring and evaluation of your

own performance by reflecting and suggesting how your experience could have

been improved.

Required

P4.1 Monitor progress against original proposal

P4.2 Evaluate the quality of your own performance

P4.3 Analyse the learning which has taken place during the work experience

using suitable reflections

P 4.4- Make recommendations on how the experience could have been enhanced

Assignment Guidelines:


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Use a standard report structure, Word-process the report and use Normal script

of a proper font size 12.

Produce an academic report, detailing the above issues with a word limit of

APPROX 4000 to 5000 words.

Complete the title page and sign the statement of authenticity.

The Assignment sheet should be attached in the front.

Submit the document in a folder in the form of a file as well as a soft copy on the

submission date.

It should be uploaded on E-Learning platform before the deadline and submitted

to -------- and sign the submission form of the college.

Assignments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless mitigating

and may be entitled for a late fee.

Collusion and Plagiarism must be avoided.

Start each answer on a new page and pages should be numbered. Highlight each

question clearly.

Include a Bibliography at the end of the assignment and use the Harvard

referencing system.

All work should be comprehensively referenced and all sources must be fully

acknowledged, such as books and journals, websites (include the date of visit),

etc.

Try to give the page numbers, publishers' details and the year of publication

In order to pass you need to address all the LO

In order to get a merit you need to address the characteristics of M1, M2,M3

In order to get a Distinction you need to address the characteristics of D1, D2 and

D3.


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Contextualise grid towards Merit and Distinction

Outcomes/criteria:Indicative characteristics Possible evidence Feedback

LO1.Be able to

negotiate

industryexperience

LO2Understand

the

specificrequiremen

ts of theplacement

LO3.Be able to

undertake

workexperience as

identified

LO4.Be able to

monitor and

evaluate own

performance

and learning

As per the assessment criteria

specified for pass

Do

Do

Do

Task 1

Task 2

Task 3

Task 4

Merit Description:

M1. Identify and

apply strategies to

. Relevant theories and

techniques have been applied.

Has identified applied

an effective approach to

study and research by. Effective judgments have been

made.


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find appropriate

solutions.

successfully identifying

organisations that

provide work

experience.

Learner should be able

to identify a range of

appropriate research

methods and strategies

for collecting and

analysing data.

. An effective approach to study

and research has been used.

M2. Select/ design

and apply

appropriate

methods/

techniques.

. A range of methods and

techniques has been applied.

Leaner has devised

effective and

appropriate method(s)

to gather relevant

material. Proposed

work experience

For example the use of

internet, sourcing

achieves or questioning.

Learner need to justify

the choice of

organisation in task 1

. A range of sources of

information used.

. The selection of methods and

techniques justified.

. Information have beensynthesized and processed.

.Appropriate learning methods/

techniques applied.

. Appropriate structure and

approach has been used.

Learner has used

appropriate and


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M3. Present and

communicate

appropriate

findings.

structured approach to

the presentation of the

research.

Learner has

demonstrated ability to

use various resources in

the presentation

. Technical language accurately

used.

. A range of methods of

presentation has been used.

Distinction

Description:

D1. Use critical

reflection to

evaluate own work

and justify valid

conclusion.

. Synthesis has been used to

generate and justify valid

conclusions

Has critically evaluated

your work and drawn

valid a conclusion.

Must be critical of work

plan andsuggestions or

comments.

Learner has exhibited

great critical thinking

ability and has the

ability for original

thought.

Should be able to

compare and contrast

. The validity of results has been

judged

. Evaluation has taken place

using defined criteria

. Realistic improvements have

been proposed against defined

characteristics for success.

D2. Take

responsibility for

Autonomy/independence

demonstrated by learner


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managing and

organizing

activities.

Learner has taken the

responsibility for

designing and

implementing research

materials.

Has the ability to

manage and monitor

situations as well as

evaluating performance

Substantial activities/projects or

investigations have been

planned, managed and

organized by learner.

The importance of

interdependence has been

recognized.

D3. Demonstrate

convergent, lateral

and creative

thinking

Ideas generate and decisions

taken

Learner has

demonstrated some

degree of

understanding of

application of concepts,

Capacity for innovation and

creative thought has been used.

Receptiveness to new ideas has

demonstrated.


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frameworks, creativity

and innovation.

Has used a variety of

research methods that:

used creative research

techniques that are

relevant

Creative research

techniques has been

demonstrated by

learner

.

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