Assessments in the form of management reports with a strong practical and professional orientation to the workplace will include:
Case studies which critically examine key strategic issues within contemporary business organisations.
Group presentations which present arguments in a coherent and insightful manner.
Project work carried out and reported upon based on work experience.
Formative assessment will include:
Peer review of work between individuals and groups
Material presented in class where clarity of argument, theoretical bases and evidence of depth of thought is supported with references to theory and currency of thought.
Feedback in class situations on topics of current interest, and from textual material and research papers and articles.
Evidence of the breadth of research may include internet sources, where appropriate to the curriculum topics covered.
Summative assessment will be by assignment which may include work such as:
Management reports which critically assess strategic issues and make clear recommendations for successful implementation.
Group presentations which coherently and concisely present analysis of strategic issues.
A consultancy exercise which encourages group debate and argument, fosters originality of thought and develops sound decision-making.
An entrepreneurial project which promotes creativity and makes clear,sound recommendations for practical implementation within a specified context.
A research proposal for a business scenario which allows learners to evaluate and apply research philosophies and methodologies.
A portfolio which provides substantial and objective evidence of recent progress in leadership development.
Evidence of critical reflection.
