Personal Development Portfolio for Professional and Academic Skills Development

This portfolio focuses on personal learning and development, transferable skills, and skills to be developed in academic studies, personal life, and the workplace. It includes a learning log, action plan, and CV.

BSc (Hons) Business Management
BMP4001
Professional and Academic Skills Development
Personal Development
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Contents
1.0 Self-reflection on personal learning and development,
and the transferable skills p-p
1.1 Identification and reflection on my approach to personal
learning and development p
1.2 Identification of the transferable skills I have already developed
by attending this module p
1.3 Skills I would like to develop during my academic studies,
personal life and the workplace p
2.0 Personal development learning log p
3.0 Action plan p
4.0 CV p
References p
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1.0 Self-reflection on personal learning and development,
and the transferable skills
1.1 Identification and reflection on my approach to personal
learning and development
Self-reflection- For meeting my planned career and professional objectives
within the course business and management, various skills were learned and
enhanced through which effective outcomes can be accomplished. In order to
accomplish my career goals, I focused on learning through cognitive approach of
learning. Cognitive approach of learning supported me in learning new skills and in
academic development which also enhanced my focus and reduced stress. By
developing focus through cognitive learning, it supported in developing concentration
towards active mind through which more learning can be done and higher number of
opportunities can be attracted (Bates and et.al, 2018). In such condition, I focused
on selecting the best tutor who can support me in all possible manner and
encourage me to develop required learning and academic development skills.
I understood the value of personal learning and development which supported
me in developing skills and making effective use of these skills for my career and
professional development. With the help of cognitive learning theory, it supported me
in developing skills and knowledge as per different circumstances through which I
can react accordingly and meet the desired objective. Throughout the business and
management course, cognitive learning assisted me in working toward professional
advancement and development. I enhanced my learning through books as well and
by participating in e-learning programs through which I was able to develop my skills
and competencies. This also supported me in getting a sense of direction for my
personal and professional growth and development.
Personal and professional development refers to the process of improving
individual's skills, knowledge, abilities and competences. Such personal and
professional development also supported me in improving my performance
standards through which I was able to accomplish my personal and long-term plans
and objectives (Cotronei-Baird, 2020). After completing my graduation from
university, my aim was to get a good job in business and management where I can
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manage the human capital of an organization. In order to discuss personal approach
of learning and development, Gibbs reflective model was used.
This model involves- feeling, analysis, description, evaluation and conclusion
which can be defined with the help of this learning reflective model. As I want to
reflect and outline my learning which has been done through participating in
workshops, presentations and seminars organized by university which improved
the knowledge. The knowledge of students. I also participated in various seminars in
which I presented my work and this was helpful in enhancing knowledge and gaining
experience in HRM. In next stage-Feeling, while I participated in seminars and
learning exercises, I sensed a feeling that I lack communication skills (David and
et.al, 2018). This was observed by my inability to respond to questions which were
asked by other fellow mates in seminars.
Moreover, my technical and presentations skills supported me in
accomplishing end results and meeting objectives. In order to evaluate my
performance, I asked my tutor and colleagues to share their feedbacks through
which I can improve my performance for future. By self-evaluation, I was able to
analyze that my performance was not that much effective and which was due to lack
of confidence, poor communication skills, lack of problem-solving ability and poor
conceptual knowledge and understanding. I will focus on improving my
communication skills, problem solving ability and strengthen my conceptual
knowledge through which I can work upon my performance standards and practical
experience.
1.2 Identification of the transferable skills I have already developed
by attending this module
There are various transferrable skills which I was able to develop throughout
the module, such skills are- job search profile, self-analysis, team work, leadership
skills, communication skills, and research and development skills. With the help of
job search profiles, this skill supported me in evaluating possible opportunities for
career growth and development in the domain of business management
(Konstantinou and Miller, 2020). Self-analysis was another transferable skill which
was helpful in evaluating personal strengths and weakness. I was able to recognize
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my weaknesses and create measures to assist me solve difficulties and transform
them into strengths with the help of self-analysis. Apart from that, collaboration is a
transferrable talent that enables me to work well in a group to achieve both personal
and team-based goals. This assists me in achieving my professional goals and as a
result, learning new skills and information while communicating with other members
of my team. Leadership is also a transferrable talent that allows me to demonstrate
effort and leadership skills by supporting and influencing my team's path.
I also improved my verbal and written communication skills, which are both
transferrable skills that assist in the development of communication characteristics
and approaches. Another transferable skill I learned from this programme is research
and analytical skills, which allow me to examine and observe a variety of various
aspects and skills that need to be enhanced in order to stay up with changing market
trends (Lin and Magnuson, 2018). Strong competence is essential for business and
marketing research and development. I am able to strengthen my research and
development abilities as a consequence of this Module, which will help me analyze
external marketing demands. This contributes in the development of my career goals
by assisting me in accomplishing my professional aims in business and
management.
1.3 Skills I would like to develop during my academic studies,
personal life and the workplace
One of the most important abilities I need to develop during my academic
career is the capacity to manage my time. I also lack critical thinking and problem-
solving skills, which stops me from achieving my personal and professional
objectives. Aside from that, budgeting and money management are two skills I need
to master in order to finish my academic studies and improve my personal life so that
I may improve my professional abilities.
The following are some of the skills I'd like to develop in the future:
 Critical thinking skills- Since HR must generate new ideas, create
decisions, and make critical attempts to reduce the organization's expenses,
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critical thinking is required for being an HR professional. I'll need to have this
capability in order to deal with challenges in the future.
 Communication skills- You must have great reading, writing, listening, and
interpersonal skills to work as an HR specialist in a corporation. Reading
paperwork, case studies, active listening to superior and subordinate
difficulties, composing mails, reports, and documentation, and strong
employee participation are all examples of HR duties and responsibilities
(Milos, 2019). I wish to improve my talents by participating in productive
activities in order to work in a company.
 Technical skills- Efficiency is required when doing jobs. Knowledge of the
firm's computer systems, IT, and other applications is necessary. According to
my personal evaluation, I have appropriate technical skills, however I would
like to improve my speed in using these technological apps.
 Budgeting skills- I also need to learn how to compile financial statements,
budgets, and other documents linked to HR audits.
2.0 Personal development learning log
Date of event What was the
development
activity?
What was I
expecting to
learn?
What have I
learned?
How will I
apply this
learning?
11 January, 2021 Management
skills
I need good
management
and
organisational
abilities in
order to
develop a
future plan
that will assist
me in
managing a
big number of
I've learned
strategies that
will help me
manage a
group of more
than 10 people
(NAAMATI
SCHNEIDER,
Meirovich and
Dolev, 2020).
I've also
improved my
These skills
prove to be
very helpful
when I'm in
charge of a
corporation.
It promotes
my capacity
to oversee
the growth
and
profitability of
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team
members, as
well as other
skills for
successful
preparation
for the
various
activities.
analyzing
abilities, which
help me
understand
different
people's
behavior and,
as a
consequence,
assign duties
accordingly.
any
organization
and aids in
my
professional
development.
11 January, 2021 Time
management
skills
By
designating a
certain time
frame to each
work that I
needed to
finish, I
expect to
acquire
appropriate
time
management.
In addition, I
want to learn
how to make
a good
schedule.
As I developed
a personal
day-to-day
routine for
completing my
personal
duties, as well
as academic
and
professional
commitments,
on time, I have
exceptional
time
management
abilities.
In order to
meet my
personal and
academic
goals on
time, I'll
utilise this
information
to set daily
goals, as well
as schedule
time and
activities
(Neiles and
Bowers,
2020).
3.0 Action plan
What do I want What support What do I have How will I Target date for
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to learn? and resources
will I need? to do? measure
success? review?
Technical skills
Participation in
an online course
in information
technology. On
a regular basis,
practice with
diverse
software.
Students at
university learn
through
practical
sessions.
Computer gear,
software, and
other forms of
technical
support are
available.
Efficiency in
technical activities,
as well as
teachers' and
coworkers'
critiques.
4 months
Communication
skills
I plan to enroll in
classes to
improve my
communication
abilities. There
are seminars,
lectures, and
training
sessions to
choose from.
Interviewing
people and
examining
secondary
materials.
There are
books, the
internet, case
studies, and
other study
resources
accessible
(Novak and
et.al, 2020).
A practical
training course
as well as a
communication
course.
Recommendations
from superiors and
subordinates.
6 months
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4.0 CV
Curriculum Vitae
Samantha Daniel
Contact no.- 9658435720
Address- 221, Bakers Street, London, UK
Professional summary
An experienced professional with one year of experience in human resource
management at a reputable organization.
Individuals with broad employability skills are critical to the achievement of an
organization's goals and objectives.
Working in an organization as an HR professional, handling big responsibilities
and producing high-quality outcomes.
Qualification
Bachelors degree from New York University
Post-graduation from New York University
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References
Bates, L and et.al., 2018. From Employability to Employment: A Professional Skills
Development Course in a Three-Year Bachelor Program. International Journal
of Work-Integrated Learning. 19(4). pp.413-423.
Cotronei-Baird, V. S., 2020. Academic hindrances in the integration of employability
skills development in teaching and assessment practice. Higher
Education. 79(2). pp.203-223.
David, K and et.al., 2018. Embedding entrepreneurial skills development in teacher
education. In Entrepreneurial Learning City Regions (pp. 319-340). Springer,
Cham.
Konstantinou, I. and Miller, E., 2020. Investigating work-integrated learning and its
relevance to skills development in degree apprenticeships. Higher Education,
Skills and Work-Based Learning.
Lin, Y. C. and Magnuson, K. A., 2018. Classroom quality and children’s academic
skills in child care centers: Understanding the role of teacher
qualifications. Early Childhood Research Quarterly. 42. pp.215-227.
Milos, D., 2019. Embedding transferrable skills into the higher degree by research
candidature. Studies in Graduate and Postdoctoral Education.
NAAMATI SCHNEIDER, L., Meirovich, A. and Dolev, N., 2020. Soft Skills On-Line
Development in Times of Crisis. Romanian Journal for Multidimensional
Education/Revista Romaneasca Pentru Educatie Multidimensionala. 12.
Neiles, K. Y. and Bowers, R. A., 2020. A General Chemistry Cocurriculum Focused
on the Development of Professional and Academic Skills. In Integrating
Professional Skills into Undergraduate Chemistry Curricula (pp. 105-146).
American Chemical Society.
Novak, V and et.al., 2020. Educational and methodical complex on the subject"
Academic skills of professional training".
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