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Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit presents an overview of the evolution of career development theory in a social, economic and historical context and provides a tool kit of practical applications for developing the workforce and developing an individual career. Students will learn how to identify and assess the impact of local and global social, economic, political and technological changes and factors, forces and trends influencing the workplace and career related options and choices, together with individual, social, organisational and other influences on career related choices, transitions and labour market participation.
Recent literature has identified the need for professionals and leaders to acquire knowledge in the areas of self-management and the management of others to contribute to organisational performance. This unit develops personal, interpersonal and organisational skills that distinguish outstanding people managers and industry leaders. Being a successful manager requires more than content knowledge and technical skill. Through industry engagement and practical activities, this unit provides a unique opportunity for students to develop their own career development plan, as well as to investigate organisational best practice in enhancing the employability of the workforce.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) apply career development theories and frameworks into practical organisational strategies.; (2) develop the ability to critically assess and reflect on their own career development and planning.; and (3) appraise the link between career development and organisational outcomes, such as employee engagement and organisational performance..
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) class participation; (2) elevator pitch video; and (3) individual assessments. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Renata Casado
- Unit rules
- Advisable prior study
- As part of this unit concentrates on the development of an individual career development strategy, ideally students will enroll in this unit towards the end of their course.
- Contact hours
- lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
- Note
- Career development is crucial for organisations as it helps attract, retain, and motivate talent, leading to increased employee engagement and productivity. By fostering career development, HR Management can align individual goals with organisational objectives, ensuring a skilled workforce that can adapt to changing business needs and contribute to the long-term success of organisations and economies. Through theoretical concepts, industry engagement and practical activities, this unit requires students to reflect on best practices for enhancing the employability of the workforce. It also provides an opportunity for students to reflect on their own career development.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.