Report on Personal and Professional Development for BMP3001 Course

This report provides a comprehensive overview of personal and professional development. It begins by defining the core concepts and exploring the significance of short, medium, and long-term goals, providing personal examples for each. The report then emphasizes the importance of a Personal Development Plan (PDP) as a tool for self-improvement and achieving career goals. It also discusses how the author, purpose, reliability, and relevance of a source affect its usage in research. The core of the report is an evaluation of eight sources, analyzing their purpose, reliability, and relevance to the subject. The conclusion reiterates the value of personal and professional development in achieving individual and organizational goals, underscoring the significance of reliable sources. The report includes a detailed personal development plan as an appendix and a comprehensive reference list.

Bmp3001 Report plan
and evaluation of
sources

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................3
TASK 1............................................................................................................................................3
The concept of personal and professional development.........................................................3
The value of short term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples. ...............................3
The value of medium term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples............................3
The value of long term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples..................................4
The value of a Personal Development Plan and construct an example using your identified
goals........................................................................................................................................4
TASK 2............................................................................................................................................4
Discuss how ‘Author, Purpose, Reliability and Relevance’ affect the use of a source. ........4
TASK 3............................................................................................................................................4
An evaluation of eight sources you have used in the report plan...........................................4
CONCLUSION ...............................................................................................................................8
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................9
APPENDICE..................................................................................................................................10
Personal Development Plan..................................................................................................10

INTRODUCTION
Personal and professional development refers to the process which engages the individual
and the employees in the learning opportunities so that the set goals and objectives can be
achieved. It is a life long process which is to be undertaken by the individuals so that it can
utilise and access its qualities and skills in an effective manner (Tattum and Tattum, 2017). This
report shall cover the concept of personal and professional development, short, medium and long
term goals and the value of the personal development plan. Further it will deal in the evaluation
of the sources in terms of its purpose, reliability and the relevance and how it affects the usage of
sources.
TASK 1
The concept of personal and professional development.
The term personal development refers to the process involves an individual who assess its
skills and quality in order to achieve the goals and objectives and on the other hand professional
development means the process which involves both personnel and the organisation to develop
their knowledge and competencies so that organisational goals are achieved and challenges are
over come (Hildebrand, 2018). This concept involves both in overall development so that skills
and knowledge is utilised in an effective manner for attaining the purpose.
The value of short term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples.
These goals are set for the near future which involves less time. It requires less than 12
months for attaining the short term goals (Pedersen, 2017). The examples of this includes- Communication skills Listening skills
 conflict management
The value of medium term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples.
These goals are fixed which are not for short as well as long period. It involves 12
months to 3 years of period to attain them. In order to break the long term goals, medium term
goals are established (Vetere and Stratton, 2016). Examples of these include- Decision Making Skills

 Leadership skills
 Information and technology skills
The value of long term goals identifying at least 3 personal examples.
These goals are made for long future which involves planning. These are usually made
for more than 5 years of time period (Binfet and et. al., 2016). The examples of long term goals
include- Management skills Problem solving skills
 Administration skills
The value of a Personal Development Plan and construct an example using your identified goals.
The personal development plan ca be referred to as the action plan which is based on the
values, goals, reflection so that self improvement is assured. It is mainly prepared so that an
individual can improve and develop the skills in which it lacks and which are necessary for the
personality development of the person (Allen and et. al., 2019). It helps in achieving the personal
and career goals within a given time frame.
TASK 2
Discuss how ‘Author, Purpose, Reliability and Relevance’ affect the use of a source.
The reliable and relevant source is the most important part of the research as it makes the
work of the researcher trustworthy. In order to make the work authentic and reliable, the
researcher must utilise the content of the author which is expert in that subject so that no one can
question its authenticity. The source used for research must be of correct purpose so that the aim
of the research is fulfilled (Makovec, 2018). So it is very important to use the source which is
reliable and relevant in order to make the work worthy and unquestionable.
TASK 3
An evaluation of eight sources you have used in the report plan
Source Author Purpose Reliability Relevance
1 Tattum, D. and
Tattum, E.
The purpose of
this source is to
communicate the
It is a reliable
source because it
is written by an
It is relevant as it
talks about the
importance of

Source Author Purpose Reliability Relevance
influence of
personal and
professional
development to
the students so
that it can
inculcate its
importance to
them.
expert author who
has knowledge of
the subject.
personal
development and
how it helps in
overall
development of
the personality
both in personal
and professional
life.
2 Hildebrand, J., The purpose of
this source is to
communicate the
advantages of the
module of
personal and
professional
development.
It is a reliable
source because it
is copyrighted
and written by an
expert author.
It is a relevant
source because it
bridges the gap
between non
personal
development and
personal
development of
the people.
3 Vetere, A. and
Stratton, P. eds.,
The purpose is to
give solutions for
the professionals
nd personal
development in
the counselling
sessions so that
its importance is
conveyed well.
It is a reliable
source because it
is written by the
expert and
copyrighted
author who has
knowledge of the
subject matter.
It is a relevant
source because it
gives solution to
the problems
which are faced
by the people in
order to
personally and
professional
develop their
skills.

Source Author Purpose Reliability Relevance
4 Binfet, J.T.,
Chróinín, D.N.,
DeGraff, T.,
DeWoody, H.M.,
Falkenberg, T.,
Fletcher, T.,
Gilham, C.,
Gísladóttir, K.R.,
Lachuk, A.J.,
Leng, L. and
Makaiau, A.S.,
Its purpose is to
conceptualise the
professional
development to
the students with
a new
perspective.
It is a reliable
source as it is
written by the
expert author.
It is relevant as it
provides new
perspective to
professional
development for
the students.
5 Allen, L.M.,
Palermo, C.,
Armstrong, E.
and Hay, M.
Its purpose is to
convey the
broader impact of
continuous
professional
development and
factors which
impact it.
It is a reliable
source because it
is published on
copyrighted
website by the
expert author.
It is a relevant
source as it
focuses on types
of impact on the
continuous
professional
development and
its importance.
6 Makovec, D., Its purpose is to
convey the
personality traits
which plays a
major role in
professional
development of
the teachers.
It is a reliable
source as it
written by the
knowledgeable
author.
It is relevant as it
states the role of
personality trait in
the personal and
professional
development.
7 Williams, E.S.,
Rathert, C. and
The purpose of
this source is to
It is a reliable
source because it
It is a relevant
source because it

Source Author Purpose Reliability Relevance
Buttigieg, S.C., deliver the
consequences of
personal and
professional
development.
is copyrighted by
the expert author.
states the
importance and
consequences of
personal
development and
the advantage of
PDP.
8 Pedersen, K.W., The purpose of
this source is to
promote the
continuous
personal
development so
that sustainability
is achieved
through the
practical
approach.
It is a reliable
source because it
is written by the
expert author who
has knowledge of
the subject
matter.
It is a relevant
source because it
delivers the
concept of
personal
development
through a
practical approach
so that
sustainability is
attained,

CONCLUSION
It is concluded from the above report that personal and professional development plays a
major role in achieving the goals of the individual as well as the organisation. The short, medium
and long term goals are build in order to plan for the future. Further a personal development plan
is made by the individual in order to access and improve the skills in which it lacks so that it can
professionally and personally growth (Williams, Rathert and Buttigieg, 2020). Additionally it is
summarised that a relevant and reliable source makes the work authenticated and trustworthy
and eliminates the risk of questions.

REFERENCES
Books and Journals
Tattum, D. and Tattum, E., 2017. Social education and personal development. Routledge.
Hildebrand, J., 2018. Bridging the gap: A training module in personal and professional
development. Routledge.
Vetere, A. and Stratton, P. eds., 2016. Interacting selves: Systemic solutions for personal and
professional development in counselling and psychotherapy. Routledge.
Binfet and et. al., 2016. Mindfulness and critical friendship: A new perspective on professional
development for educators. Lexington Books.
Allen and et. al., 2019. Categorising the broad impacts of continuing professional development:
a scoping review. Medical Education, 53(11), pp.1087-1099.
Makovec, D., 2018. The teacher’s role and professional development. International Journal of
Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education, 6(2), p.33.
Williams, E.S., Rathert, C. and Buttigieg, S.C., 2020. The personal and professional
consequences of physician burnout: a systematic review of the literature. Medical Care
Research and Review, 77(5), pp.371-386.
Pedersen, K.W., 2017. Supporting collaborative and continuing professional development in
education for sustainability through a communities of practice approach. International
Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education.

APPENDICE
Personal Development Plan
Priority Skills Current
ability
Target
ability
Developing
opportuniti
es
Judgement
criteria
Time frame
1 Active
listening
skills
Average High I can
develop this
skill by
regular
practice. I
can read
books to
increase my
patience
level so that
I can
actively and
attentively
listen to
others.
My peers
and friends
will give me
feedback on
my
progress.
3 months
2 Managemen
t skills
Average High I can
develop this
skill by
reading
principles of
management
book and
articles so
that I can
learn all
My
subordinates
, colleagues
and superior
will give me
feedback on
my journey
to progress.
6- 9 months

Priority Skills Current
ability
Target
ability
Developing
opportuniti
es
Judgement
criteria
Time frame
theories and
practices.
3 Information
and
technology
skills
Poor High I can
develop this
skill by
undergoing
a diploma
course on
technology.
My result
from
undertaking
the exam to
pass the
diploma will
judge my
progress.
12 months