Table of Contents Introduction.........................................................................................................................................3 Task 1....................................................................................................................................................3 a) Approaches to self managed learning. Different learning styles and its benefits to individuals (1.1)..................................................................................................................................................3 b) How to identify own learning and development method. How to encourage lifelong learning in personal and professional context (1.2).......................................................................................4 c) Benefits of self managed learning to individual and organization (1.3)......................................4 d) One work based problem along with the solution (4.1)..............................................................5 e) Learning styles to be implemented in this situation and ways to communicate at various levels (4.2)..................................................................................................................................................5 f) Time management strategies. Justification of suitable strategy (4.3)..........................................6 Task 2....................................................................................................................................................6 a) Skills require to meet organizational goals. Create a CV which reflects your skills (2.1)..........6 b) Personal and professional development needs. Identify the activities for meeting the developmental activities (2.2)..........................................................................................................8 c) Identify the development opportunities required to meet current and future needs (2.3)...........8 d) Devise a personal and professional plan to achieve the intended goal (2.4)...............................9 e) and f) Activities required to implement the development plan (3.1). Document your planned activities (3.2)................................................................................................................................11 g) Discuss your learning against the aims and objectives included in PDP (3.3)..........................11 h) Update the PDP based on feedback and evaluation (3.4)..........................................................11 Conclusion.........................................................................................................................................13 References..........................................................................................................................................14 2
INTRODUCTION Personal and Professional Development Plan is developed for an individual where in the person has to specify the need for development activities and according to the same, activities are required to be conducted. In such context, the present study has been describing different learning styles and which one is often taken for development aspects. The study is also stating the benefits of self managed learning to individuals in different aspects. Organizational problems have also been mentioned in the study along with the ways to communicate it in different levels. TASK1 a) Approaches to self managed learning. Different learning styles and its benefits to individuals (1.1) The major approaches to self managed learning are internet, conference and training aspects. I have been learning varied things through emphasizing on internet sources where in I get information about different aspects. I also consider training and coaching aspects as that helps me to acquire knowledge about varied dimensions (Personal Development -Techniques, Theories and Opportunities,2009). I prefer to learn things from Honey and Mumford style because it helps me to gain better experience on different aspects. Among all the styles, I prefer to learn things by playing theroleofpragmatist. Apartfromthislearningstyle,Iconsider Varkmodelaswellfor comprehending different things related to my job roles. The chief four modalities are visual, auditory, hearing, kinesthetic and tactile; hence among all these styles, I prefer to go with visual style because that helps me to conduct all my practices in adequate manner (Throop, 2010). Learning stylesAttributesActivities ActivistAs per the style, people learn things by doing it practically. Role play, problem solving and group discussion. TheoristThese learners like to comprehend the theory behind the actions and they prefer to analyze new information in logical order. Emphasis is given on models and application of theories (Williams, 2014). PragmatistThese people learn things through proper experiments and they believe in conceptual framework (Tracy, 2013). People learn things through different case studies and through having discussions. 3
ReflectorThese people learn by observing and thinking about what happened. Self analysis questionnaires are developed along with coaching and interviews. b) How to identify own learning and development method. How to encourage lifelong learning in personal and professional context (1.2) I always emphasize to evaluate my own capabilities and for that I pay emphasis on self analysis approach. I analyze my learning and development needs with the help of acquiring opinion from the expertise and experienced trainers. In order to facilitate more development, I give preference to self managed and lifelong learning (Sweitzer and King, 2008). It is essential for people to get feedback consistently from the colleagues and other people so that the areas of improvements can be found out. I will encourage lifelong learning by attending different learning and coaching classes as that would also assist me to enhance my professional standards. Lifelong learning can be encouraged through getting assistance from the expertise and also from those who are experienced in specific area. I always try to attend training campaigns and events that give knowledge about professional aspects. I emphasize on feedback as well and I make several modifications after reviewing the feedback and areas of improvement. c) Benefits of self managed learning to individual and organization (1.3) Self managed learning is essential for an individual because it aids the person to learn different things that are related to the personal and professional aspects. I have been managing my own learning aspects and that helps me to develop wide range of skills and capabilities. Self Managed Learning is a process in which individuals managing his own learning by taking initiative to learn and being responsible for their own development (Silhanek and DeCenzo, 2001). Such kind of learning is crucial and helps to improve the overall performance of the organization. There are so many advantages of self managed learning to individual and a few are discussed in the below section: ï‚·Forthepurposeofimprovingtheworkefficiencytheperformanceismeasuredby executives; thus it helps individual to access the areas of improvements. ï‚·It assists the individual to become competent as compared to others ï‚·Learning is life long process in which individual requires focusing on initially marginal issues related with the successful implementation. ï‚·Individual can also develop management and other capabilities (Odro, Clancy and Foster, 4
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2010) It provides many opportunities to individual for developing skills in future Apart from the benefits to individual, self managed learning is useful for organization as well because efficient employees always contributes the best efforts in development of the organization. When employees are efficient, they help the organization to produce the best results by conducting different activities. d) One work based problem along with the solution (4.1) I have been working at Easy jet from last 8 months and there I found that a few employees are not able to communicate properly with the customers due to improper training on language aspects. I have seen issues generated from the clients regarding inadequate language used. Some of the employees do not even know the standard language that should be used while serving the customers at airline (O’Grady, 2013). Hence, according to the problem, it is essential for the manager to organize training event where employees should be guided regarding the use of appropriate language. Further, the management of Easy jet has to make sure that the trainer is capable enough to deal withorganizational problems since through that only, communication relatedissuescanbeeradicated.Moreover,themanagementshouldalsomakeseveral improvements in recruitment process where in only those people should be recruited who have proper knowledge about different language and who are confident enough to speak in English language. e) Learning styles to be implemented in this situation and ways to communicate at various levels (4.2) The above mentioned problem needs to be resolved as soon as possible so that issues related to communication can be managed. The manager of Easyjet has to make sure that all the employees and departments are equally concerned for organizational problems because through that only, issue can be resolved (Lyons, 2010). The problem needs to be communicated among these three department: 1.Strategic: Strategic department of Easyjet has to make sure that they are coming up with adequate solution for the issue and they are entitled to develop strategies for the same. Strategic department must identify the root cause of the issue. 2.Operational: Operational department of Easy jet must observe if the issues are affecting overall performance of the airlines. Operational department has to float emails so that accordingly people can find out the sessions organized for communication training. 3.Tactical: The tactical department has to observe if the solution is appropriate in eradicating 5
the issue. The subsequent department must implement the strategy in adequate area of concern (Köksal, 2006). f) Time management strategies. Justification of suitable strategy (4.3) It is essential for every individual to manage time and for that specific strategies needs to be developed. Such strategies should be developed because it aids an individual to manage work processes as per the given deadlines. These strategies can be mainly segregated into three techniques such as: Creation of schedules Separation of projects Setting the priorities On the basis of determined strategies, I can manage all my projects and work processes in adequate manner and through this, I can also enhance my punctuality skills (Fante, 2008). Apart from this, I will be able to contribute in achievement of organizational goals and objectives. From all the mentioned strategies, I prefer to manage my time as per separation of projects and this assists me to achieve the deadlines. I need to segregate all my roles and responsibilities as per the project deadlines so that I can complete the work as requisite. For instance- I an able to meet the projects and this aids me to get recognition from the management as well. TASK2 a) Skills require to meet organizational goals. Create a CV which reflects your skills (2.1) With the help of SWOT analysis, I explored several skills which I have and which I use everyday to make my work more competent as compared to others. 1.I have the capability to lead team as I know how to manage my people's interest in the team. I am also able to influence and convince towards different organizational aspects; thus this develops my capability for leading a team (Eisele and et.al., 2013). 2.Iparticipateinorganizationaldecisionmakingprocesswhichaidsmetomanage organizational productivity and prosperity aspects and this also increases my analytical thinking. 3.I always delegate proper duties to all the team members which helps the subordinates to manage work accordingly. Hence, I am able to complete all my projects on time. 4.Being a competent person, I can resolve all the conflicts and disputes prevailing within the team. Instead of having team issues, I try to make sure that all such problems are not affecting environment of my team. 6
CURRICULUM VITAE Personal Profile A passionate, hard working and active marketing graduate who has a flourishing educational track record. Possess vast knowledge in sales and marketing and an aspiration to succeed in a target drivenfield.Influentialandhavinganabilitytoincreaserevenuewithhelpofproficient development plus execution of well thought out sales proposals. Academic Qualifications DegreeBoard/ UniversityYear of Passing MBA Global BusinessCardiff University, LondonPursuing Bachelors in CommerceOxford University2013 HSCCBSE2008 Extra Curricular Activitiesï‚·Worked as a Editor for marketing magazine Organizing Skills ï‚·Event Coordinator for Panel discussion on Social Media at University.ï‚·Organized various social gatherings and parties at the departmental level at college. Additional skills ï‚·Interested in internet surfing ï‚·Interested in animationï‚·Interested in photography Languages Known ï‚·English ï‚·Hindiï‚·French Strengths ï‚·Creative thinking, team management and ability to motivate ï‚·Sincerity of purpose, competitive spirit ï‚·Positive attitudeï‚·Analytical and problem solving ability 7
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Declaration I hereby declare that the above mentioned information belongs to me and I am solely liable for the reliability of stated information. b) Personal and professional development needs. Identify the activities for meeting the developmental activities (2.2) On the basis of above mentioned information, I can say that I have certain skills and abilities;howeverforthepurposeofcontinuousdevelopmentandimprovement,Ineedto emphasize on diversified skills as well because that might contribute in my professional learning also. I have to work upon time management aspects so that me and my team together can contribute in organizational success and growth aspects (Techniques For Personal Development,2014). I need to develop motivational skills so that I can encourage others also to work in productive and efficient manner. I need to work on resource management skills so that I can utilize all the organizational resources in adequate manner. I need to become a competent personality so that I can motivate others also to learn things from me. I should learn the ways through which I can efficiently manage all the organizational aspects. I need to develop skills through which I can handle technical aspects at the business as that will also develop my capability level. c) Identify the development opportunities required to meet current and future needs (2.3) Professional SkillsCurrent Level 5=strong 1 = weak Best Current Example Ways to Improve Team management skill 2.5I can manage teams but I am able to make the people satiated in all the situations as they might be having problems with my leading style. I can develop it through developing prominent interaction with the team members. 8
Communication skills3.5I know how to manage communication aspects in an organization; thus I would like to extend my potential through working on same skill in future. I need to communicate directly with all the team members and management people. Leadership Skills3I need to guide properly to all my team mates For that, I will go for several sources so that before guiding, I can learn that aspect. Presentation Skills2.5I am unable to preset my views in front of others due to lack of confidence My practicing it on daily basis Be a initiator1.5I need to be a initiatorTo develop the skill, I will represent myself as a acting leader. d) Devise a personal and professional plan to achieve the intended goal (2.4) Learning goal Current proficiency Target proficiency Development opportunities Criteria for judgement Timescale 9
Management ability I am currently managing a team of 15 people. I wish to handle team of 30 people atleast. It is essential for me to get assistance from the experienced leaders Opinions of others Within the period of 6 weeks Resource management ability I have been allotted with organizational resources. I wish to reduce the amount of wastage especially in production department. I will get assistance from the expertise Self evaluation Within the period of 3 weeks Customer service skills I am unable to handle customer queries I need to develop skills through that I can identify the queries of customers (Bennett, Cunningham and Dawes, 2000) I will communicate with them on regular basis. By acquiring advice from the same department. Within the period of 5 weeks Presentation skills Due to lack of confidence I wish to develop confidence ability so that I can present my views and opinions in confident I should emphasize on giving training and coaching. Self analysisWithin 3.5 months 10
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manner. e)and f) Activities required to implement the development plan (3.1). Document your planned activities (3.2) ï‚·I need to develop several skills so that I can become productive element for the organization and I also want to experience more things in my career. ï‚·I will plan and schedule all the activities so that I can reach towards my personal and professional goals. ï‚·I need to make sure that I am taking initiatives for the organization so that I can get appreciation from the management. ï‚·I will also organize different sessions for those who want to work on complex projects as working on same projects will augment my caliber as well. ï‚·I will also contact all the field expertise so that I can grow more in different fields. g) Discuss your learning against the aims and objectives included in PDP (3.3) Evaluatingmyownlearninglevel,IcansaythatIhavethepotentialtomanage development; but I should focus on long term growth and development. I need to make appropriate communication with the team members as well with the staff and for that I should organize several meetings and conference. This would allow proper interaction in the team and we will be able to reach towards organizational aims and objectives (Davies, 2005). I need to monitor my performance on consistently so that I can find out the areas of improvement. I have seen improvement in myself because according to the feedback of other colleagues, I made several changes in myself. I will also access to internet sources on regular basis so that I can get knowledge on diverse aspects related to work processes. h) Update the PDP based on feedback and evaluation (3.4) Professional SkillsCurrent Level 5=strong 1 = weak Best Current ExampleWays to Improve 11
Time Management Skills 3I have the ability to manage time in effective manner which helps me to complete the task in an efficient manner. By attending training session and seminars on time management (Cooke, 2012) Leadership Skills 3.5I possess leadership qualities but not up to the mark because some of the team mates are not fully satisfied with my performance (Cross, 2003). I should get advice from those team mates so that improvements on those areas can be brought. Communication skills4.5I possess advanced communication skills which help me in interacting with other clients. I must communicate directly with team members and also interact more with external stakeholders. Presentation Skills3I am unable to present my views in front of others as I lack self confidence. By practicing it on daily basis. 12
Resource handling abilities 2Decision making power is less. Experts advice and suggestions can be undertaken CONCLUSION Concluding the entire research study, I can say that I analyzed my own caliber and potential to manage things. I am aware of my competencies as well as improvement areas also; thus according to that I can undertake new activities for overall development. As far as professional growth is concerned, I will focus on continuous learning.Every individual has to manage time in appropriate manner; hence in the present research study, the concept of time management has discussed. Researcher has also undertaken several activities so that overall development could be facilitated. 13
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