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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Practical Research Project
Module Code	EF332
School	DCUBS
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Module Teacher	Geraldine Lavin
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	20
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The module presents students with an actual business issue(s) or problem(s) which is addressed in a practical context. Students use the knowledge and theoretical frameworks acquired in other modules to underpin their work on the business situation(s).

Learning Outcomes

1. Provide a clear definition of the business issue or issues
2. Outline and implement work plans that address the issue or issues
3. Identify suitable frameworks, tools and techniques and relate them to the resolution of business problems and challenges
4. Interact effectively with others on targeted work outcomes

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	40	Business applications; consultancy and advanced management skills
Directed learning	310	Project work involving students working directly on a practical business issue(s), typically with a host company
Independent learning time	150	Background research
Total Workload: 500

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

The nature of innovation in business.
Workshop.

Innovation in practice.
Workshop.

Interpersonal skills development.
Workshop.

Working with and in a team.
Workshop.

Building and maintaining relationships.
Workshop.

Work planning, organisation and delivery.
Workshop.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Project	This process involves progress reports and a final report and poster.	80%	Sem 2 End
Presentation	Outline of business issue(s) and evaluation of project learnings	10%	Sem 2 End
Reflective journal	Individual reflection on tasks completed	10%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

Array

Programme or List of Programmes

INBD

Innovation and New Business Development

Timetable this semester: Timetable for EF332

Date of Last Revision

10-JAN-12

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