Professional Skills Portfolio (PRSK4048)

Professional Skills Portfolio
(PRSK4048)
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Table of ContentsPageLearning outcomes
Task 1: Teamwork (300 words)3LO2, LO3
Task 2: Professional Ethics (300 words)7LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Task 3: Project Management (300 words)9LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Task 4: Professional Skills In Action (1,200 words)12LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Total Word Count: 2,100 words (+/- 10%)
All tasks must be completed individually, except for the ‘Code of Conduct’ (Part 1 of
the Professional Ethics), the ‘Gantt Chart’ (Part 1 of the Project Management) and the
‘Evidence of Presentation’ (Part 3 of the Project Management) which should be
completed in collaboration with your group members.
There is one in-class task in this module. ‘Ethics in Industry: In-Class Writing’ (Part 2
of Professional Ethics) must be completed in your Week 4 tutorial.
Professional Skills Portfolio must be submitted electronically. Please download an e-
copy of the portfolio from GSM Learn. Please refer to the guidance given in lectures
and tutorials and the additional information and videos on GSM Learn when
completing each task.
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Task 1: Teamwork [weeks 1 and 2]
This task consists of three parts:
1Belbin Questionnaire
2Scoring Key for Self-Perception Inventory
3Written Discussion (300 words)
Part 1: Belbin Questionnaire
Belbin (1996) outlines the different type of roles people may have within a team.
Complete the following questionnaire to identify your main role(s). To complete
the questionnaire:
1. In the far left hand columns in each section A-G tick the one, two or max. three
sentences most applicable to yourself. You may not choose more sentences than
three.
2. Then in each section A-G in the column on the right, share 10 points
between those sentences (i.e. QN - question numbers) that apply to you. For
example, you could give your first choice seven points and three points to your
second choice if one of sentences you feel sums you up well while the other only
applies some of the time. In some instances you might decide that there are two
sentences which apply to you equally – if this is the case, award five points to
each. You may distribute 10 points in any way you see fit.
SECTION A
1TickQNWhen involved in a project with other people:Points?I can be
relied upon to see that work that needs to be done is organised.4I pick up slips
and omissions that others fail to notice.I react strongly when meetings look like
losing track of the main objective.I produce original suggestions.?I analyse other
people’s ideas objectively, for both merits and failings.2?I am keen to find out the
latest ideas and developments.4I have an aptitude for organising people.I am
always ready to support good suggestions that help to resolve a problem.
SECTION B
1TickQNIn seeking satisfaction through my work:Points?I like to have a
strong influence on decisions.5I feel in my element where work requires a high
degree of attention and concentration.I am concerned to help colleagues with
their problems.?I like to make critical discrimination between alternatives.2I tend
to have a creative approach to problem solving.?I enjoy reconciling different
points of view.3I am more interested in practicalities than new ideas.I particularly
enjoy exploring different views and techniques.
SECTION C
1TickQNWhen the team is trying to solve a particularly complex
problem:PointsI keep a watching eye on areas where difficulty may arise.?I
explore ideas that may have a wider application than in the immediate task.4?I
like to weigh up and evaluate a range of suggestions thoroughly before
choosing.6I can co-ordinate and use productively other people’s abilities and
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talents.I maintain a steady systematic approach, whatever the pressures.I often
produce a new approach to a long continuing problem.I am ready to make my
personal views known in a forceful way if necessary.I am ready to help whenever
I can.
SECTION D
1TickQNIn carrying out my day-to-day work:PointsI am keen to see there is
nothing vague about my task and objectives.I am not reluctant to emphasise my
own point of view in meetings.?I can work with all sorts of people provided that
they have got something worthwhile to contribute.4?I make a point of following
up interesting ideas and/or people.1I can usually find the argument to refute
unsound propositions.I tend to see patterns where others would see items as
unconnected.Being busy gives me real satisfaction.?I have a quiet interest in
getting to know people better.5
SECTION E
1TickQNIf I am suddenly given a difficult task with limited time and
unfamiliar people:PointsI often find my imagination frustrated by working in a
group.I find my personal skill particularly appropriate in achieving agreement.?My
feelings seldom interfere with my judgment.3I strive to build up an effective
structure.?I can work with people who vary widely in their personal qualities and
outlook.6?I feel it is sometimes worth incurring some temporary unpopularity if
one is to succeed in getting one’s views across in a group.1I usually know
someone whose specialist knowledge is particularly apt.I seem to develop a
natural sense of urgency.
SECTION F
1TickQNWhen suddenly asked to consider a new project:PointsI start to
look around for possible ideas and openings.I am concerned to finish and perfect
current work before I start.?I approach the problem in a carefully analytical way.5I
am able to assert myself to get other people involved if necessary.I am able to
take an independent and innovative look at most situations.?I am happy to take
the lead when action is required.5I can respond positively to my colleagues and
their initiatives.I find it hard to give in a job where the goals are not clearly
defined.
SECTION G
1TickQNIn contributing to group projects in general:PointsI think I have a
talent for sorting out the concrete steps that need to be taken given a broad
brief.My considered judgement may take time but is usually near the mark.A
broad range of personal contacts is important to my style of working.I have an
eye for getting the details right.I try to make my mark in group meetings.I can
see how ideas and techniques can be used in new relationships.?I see both sides
of a problem and take a decision acceptable to all.7?I get on well with other and
work hard for the team.3
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