Assignment Session: 2015 – 2016 Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND Business and Management Unit 10 Assignment: Working with and Leading People Assignment Introduction The aim of this assignment is to develop the skills and knowledge needed for working with and leading others, through understanding the importance of recruiting the right people for the job. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this assignment you will: 1 Be able to use recruitment, selection and retention procedures 2 Be able to understand the styles and impact of leadership 3 Be able to work effectively in a team 4 Be able to assess the work and development needs of individuals. Assignment Focusing on a work role, previous work experience or a voluntary work position, using examples from your own workplace experiences where possible, and drawing on your studies of this subject, please answer ALL four sections below. Deadline for Submission: Please see your time table Please answer ALL four sections: Section 1 Guideline Word Count: 500-600 words Illustrate how you would use recruitment, selection and retention procedures You will need to: • prepare documentation to select and recruit a new member of staff • assess the impact of legal, regulatory and ethical considerations to the recruitment and • selection process • describe your part in the selection process • evaluate own contribution to the selection process Section 2 Guideline Word Count: 500-600 words Demonstrate that you understand the styles and impact of leadership You will need to: • explain the skills and attributes needed for leadership • explain the difference between leadership and management • compare leadership styles for different situations • explain ways to motivate staff to achieve objectives Section 3 Guideline Word Count: 500-600 words Demonstrate how you can work effectively in a team You will need to: • assess the benefits of team working for an organisation • demonstrate working in a team as a leader and member towards specific goals, dealing with any conflict or difficult situations • review the effectiveness of the team in achieving the goals Section 4 Guideline Word Count: 500-600 words Demonstrate how you can assess the work and development needs of individuals You will need to: • explain the factors involved in planning the monitoring and assessment of work performance • plan and deliver the assessment of the development needs of individuals • evaluate the success of the assessment process. Delivery Delivery is by self study, online distance learning, with email and telephone support available from your Personal Tutor. Guidance and advice on study techniques can be found on Moodle, and can be given by your Personal Tutor. Guidance and advice on unit assignments can be found on Moodle. Your Personal Tutor will also give you advice and guidance on format, structure, content, and give feedback on one draft per assignment. Assignment Completion and Assessment The unit assignments are designed to cover the specific unit learning outcomes. Assignments may be focused on actual workplace activity, case studies, or desk- research. All assignments need to cover the assignment-specific assessment criteria, as shown in each assignment section. The format, structure, and overall presentation of the assignment is expected to be to a professional standard. The assignment word length is approximate and is given on each section Word process the report Use 10 point Arial or Times New Roman script Use the Simplified Harvard referencing system Complete an assignment front sheet Save the assignment in one single Word format document or PDF, including the assignment front sheet. Submit the final version of your assignment and assignment front sheet, by the set submission date via Moodle. The basis for assessor grading decisions is explained below. Guidance on Grade Awarded The final Unit grade assessment is based on how well you have met the Assignment Criteria / Task Requirements: we look primarily for evidence that you have followed the Assignment “instructions” and have responded to the Assignment in a way that meets the specific outcomes / requirements / criteria. We also look at the depth and breadth of your work: where we look for evidence of supplementary reading and research, appropriate examples, some “original” thought, a professional standard of layout, structure, and overall presentation in order to come to a decision about the actual grade. Below is an overview of the guidelines that our Assessors work to: Grade Descriptors for HNC/HND Pass Grade A pass grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the assessment criteria for pass for each unit. Merit Grade In order to achieve a merit you must: Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions You need to show evidence of: • effective judgements have been made • complex problems with more than one variable have been explored • an effective approach to study and research has been applied Select / design and apply appropriate methods/techniques You need to show evidence of: • relevant theories and techniques have been applied • a range of methods and techniques have been applied • a range of sources of information has been used • the selection of methods and techniques/sources has been justified • the design of methods/techniques has been justified • complex information/data has been synthesised and processed • appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied Present and communicate appropriate findings You need to show evidence of: • the appropriate structure and approach has been used • coherent, logical development of principles/concepts for the intended audience • a range of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used • communication has taken place in familiar and unfamiliar contexts • the communication is appropriate for familiar and unfamiliar audiences and appropriate media have been used. Distinction Grade In order to achieve a distinction you must: Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions You need to show evidence of: • conclusions have been arrived at through synthesis of ideas and have been justified • the validity of results has been evaluated using defined criteria • self-criticism of approach has taken place • realistic improvements have been proposed against defined characteristics for success Take responsibility for managing and organising activities You need to show evidence of: • autonomy/independence has been demonstrated • substantial activities, projects or investigations have been planned, managed and organised • activities have been managed • the unforeseen has been accommodated • the importance of interdependence has been recognised and achieved Demonstrate convergent/lateral/creative thinking You need to show evidence of: • ideas have been generated and decisions taken • self-evaluation has taken place • convergent and lateral thinking have been applied • problems have been solved • innovation and creative thought have been applied • receptiveness to new ideas is evident • effective thinking has taken place in unfamiliar contexts.