BSc Business Management: Personal Development Portfolio BMP4001

This personal development portfolio, submitted for the BMP4001 module in Business Management, reflects on the student's approach to personal learning and development, identifying transferable skills acquired through the module, and outlining skills they aim to develop in their academic, personal, and professional life. The portfolio includes a self-reflection section detailing the importance of personal development and transferable skills such as problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, critical thinking and communication. A personal development learning log documents specific learning activities and their impact, while an action plan outlines steps for skill development. Furthermore, the portfolio incorporates a CV, showcasing the student's qualifications and experience. The portfolio is appropriately referenced using the Harvard Referencing system. The student aims to improve their productivity, time management, networking and leadership skills.

BSc (Hons) Business Management
BMP4001
Professional and Academic Skills Development
Personal Development
Portfolio
Submitted by:
Name:
ID:
Contents
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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
Personal development and the learning may be defined as the process of
improving an individual throughout their life. This not only assist them in inheriting
different types of skills but also helps them in attaining all the goals and successful
position in life. With the help of this I can live a better life because this enhance my
confidence and increment of employ ability. Different types of needs like safety
needs, self-actualization and esteem needs can be fulfilled with personal
development which is necessary for living the life in better manner (Syzdykova and
et. al., 2021). By attending the learning and development sessions better decision
has been taken by me in my practical life. In addition to this the fulfillment of the
various needs enhance different types of skills like such as communication skills,
interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, adaptability skills and leadership skills and
many more within an individual which improves their performance. This also clarifies
my personal vision which assist me in attaining my set target within the set time limit.
Along with this, this also assist the individual in motivating them which enhance their
performance as well as confidence in the respective field. Personal learning and
development add some new values in an individual life which not only give
assistance in identifying the potential that are needed to attain the set objectives but
also help in overcoming form the problems which influence the performance.
1.2 Identification of the transferable skills I have already developed
by attending this module
Transferable skills may be defined as those skills which are utilized by the
individuals in order to perform the functions in the different field which assist them in
their growth and development. The transferable skills which have been developed by
me by attending this module assist me in achieving all the goals and objectives in
proper way. Problem solving, leadership, team work, critical thinking and
communication are some of the skills which are developed by me during this module.
These skills are used by me various projects because these are easily transferable
as well as adaptable. The transferable skills are also known as the portable skills
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because these skills can be used by me in the various fields. This assist me in
sharing the knowledge and important data effectively so that goals can be attain. If
all the group members give their contribution in the same direction, then it’s become
easy to perform the activities. With the help of communication skill, I can effectively
coordinate with my team members that results in improved performance. This boosts
up my confidence as well as moral which improves my personality. In addition to this,
transferable skills also assist me building effective relationship with the group
members(Michos and et. al., 2022). This effective relationship assists in attaining the
common goals. Different types of new things have been learned by me which
enhanced my performance as well as ability to carry out the work in ethical manner.
With the help of these skills all the projects as well as assignments which is given to
me is completed by me before the deadlines.
1.3 Skills I would like to develop during my academic studies,
personal life and the workplace
A significant role is played by the skills in enhancing the productivity of the
individuals. With the help of this I can effectively identify the talent which is required
so that I can carry out the operations in my field. During my academic studies
different types of skills has been developed by me such as interpersonal skills and
communication skills. During my assessments and seminars this skill has been
developed by me by giving presentation, lectures and speech. With the help of
these skills, I am able to understand as well as perform the task perfectly. Through
effective communication and interpersonal skill, I am able to develop a strong
professional network which help me in making my career better. Along with this, I
also develop the time management as well as problem solving skill. During my
studies, I have to manage different types of activities within the set time and this can
only be done with the support of time management skill. This not only enhance my
productivity while performing the operations but also help me in reducing the stress
which make my mind stable(Barysevich and Viartseika, 2021). The problem-solving
as well as the time management are related with each other’s by which effective
personal as well as professional life balance can be maintain. If the assigned work is
completed before the set time limit than the remaining time can be utilized in learning
new things. The problem-solving solving skill help me in effectively deal with the
problem and develop the solution which assist me to paid focus on the activities
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which are needed to attain the goals. Within the workplace, leadership skills have
been developed by me within me help me out in motivating the employee’s behavior
in perfect way. In addition to this, this clarifies my vision that what goals have to be
attain and in what way these goals can be attain in order to achieve successful
position in life. Through this skill, conflicts as well as problems within the workplace
also manage by me effectively.
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?
25 October This, give me
assistance in
gaining
knowledge of
various
disciplines and
skill that help me
performing the
various
operations
effectively in the
real life.
It is expected
by me to learn
various
coursework
and
assessment in
a short-period
of time, but it
takes a
considerable
amount of time
to acquire
specialized
knowledge in
specific area
(Findyartini and
et. al.,2021)
.
It is being
learned by me
that how to
effectively and
efficiently deal
with complex
situations in
order to attain
the objectives
and aims.
This can be
implemented
by me if is get
job at a
certain
organization.
15 July Technical
knowledge
It is very crucial
for me to learn
about that, how
to execute key
actions which
are related to
technologies
and
Ability of
learning the
technical factors
have been
improved me
that assist in
generating and
understanding
Innovative
changes can
be developed
by me in the
operations of
the
companies
that needs
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innovations in
my field.
the concept that
leads to higher
revenue
generation.
changes
which helps
me to
overcome
from
challenges
and
problems.
30 august Maintain the
quality of work
It is very
important for
me to learn
variety of ways
that helps me
to improve my
performance
and
productivity
within the
workplace.
It is being
learned by me
that how to
effectively
managed the
time so that all
the all the
assigned task
can be
performed by
me in best way.
This not only
reduces the
stress but also
help me in
completing the
work before the
deadline. This
develops
positive working
environment.
Schedule
various
activities as
per the
deadline. I
can perform a
series of
functions in a
fixed amount
of time, which
improves my
productivity
and
knowledge.
5 June Leadership skills This assists me
in better
It is being
learned by me
In order to
better
understand
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understanding
and influence
the behavior of
others. It was
expected by
me that I could
learn how to
guide others in
order to reach
their
objectives. I
need to
develop
different
characteristics
that can boost
confidence.
that how to
guide workers
and
subordinates to
maintain a
strong
relationship with
each other. This
assist me in
making effective
decisions about
tasks that are
critical to
achieving my
goals and
objectives.
the work
environment,
it is very
important for
me to
understand
the several
difficulties
within the
workplace
and need to
be solved
them
(Yasynska,
2021)
. I have to
develop
strategies and
policies that
guide the
work to be
done
appropriately.
30 May Improve
networking skills
The main
purpose
associated with
this skill is to
grow
knowledge of
the relevant
field.
It is being
learned by me
that how to
maintain
relationships
with various
members of the
relevant field.
For
expanding the
network
various types
of seminars
as well as
events has
been
arranged.
3.0 Action plan
What do I want
to learn?
What support
and resources
What do I have How will I
measure
Target date for
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will I need? to do? success? review?
Critical thinking Puzzle games
and quiz
questions
It is very
important for me
to work on the
different
assignment that
require mental
exercise.
To measure this,
the performance
as well as the
profitability of the
firm is assessed.
2 months
Team working
skills
Practical
knowledge to
collaborate with
a huge number
of people on
various
assignments.
For this I have
to manage a
team so that, I
can learn the
team work skill
Less conflicts
among the team
members and the
effective
relationship with
them measures
the teamwork
skill.
3 months
Active listening Audios and
videos
In order to
develop this
skill, it is very
important for me
to listen the
practical topics
and matter
The solution of
the situation
which is faced by
me assist in
measuring this.
2 months
Communication
skills
By taking
participation in
the debates and
also by reading
books
In order to
develop this
skill, I have to
involve in the
group
Relation with my
colleagues and
superior is the
key to measure
1 month
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discussion this.
4.0 CV
Name Jack Bond
Address: A-1 Street England, UK
Email: [e-mail]
Education
2020 – MBA in marketing and HR
(UK university)
2018 – Bachelors in BA
(UK university)
Experience
Two-year experience as Sales executive at ABC company
Skills
 Basic knowledge of Microsoft office
 Effective Leadership skills
 Excellent Team building skill
 Sales team supervisory
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References
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education. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 16(2),
pp.120-134.
Michos, K and et. al., 2022. Examining the relationship between internship
experiences, teaching enthusiasm, and teacher self-efficacy when using a mobile
portfolio app. Teaching and Teacher Education, 109, p.103570.
Findyartini, A and et. al.,2021. Development of an app-based e-portfolio in
postgraduate medical education using Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA)
framework: Challenges in a resource-limited setting. Asia Pacific Scholar, 6(4),
pp.92-106.
Yasynska, E., 2021. APPLICATION OF “PORTFOLIO” FOR PROFESSIONAL
TRAINING OF STUDENTS IN HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. The
Scientific Heritage, (67-4), pp.57-59.
Barysevich, A.R. and Viartseika, O.V., 2021. DESIGN OF DIGITAL PORTFOLIO AS
POSSIBILITY OF INCREASE OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OF
TEACHER. Редакційна колегія, p.327.
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