This report plan for the Academic Skills and PDP module (BMP3001) delves into the concepts of personal and professional development, emphasizing goal setting and source evaluation. The report outlines the value of short-term, medium-term, and long-term goals, providing personal examples for each to illustrate their significance in career development. It also discusses the construction and importance of a Personal Development Plan (PDP) and provides a practical example. Furthermore, the report analyzes how author, purpose, relevance, and reliability influence the use of sources. The evaluation of eight sources used in the report plan is presented in a table format, assessing each source's author, purpose, and reliability and relevance to the report's objectives. The report concludes with a comprehensive list of cited references and an appendix containing a sample personal development plan.