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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Study Abroad Portfolio 3 | |||
| Reference | CB2033 | Version | 1 |
| Created | January 2020 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | July 2019 | SCQF Points | 45 |
| Amended | October 2018 | ECTS Points | 22.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To enable the student to reflect deeply on the experience of Study Abroad and provide a portfolio of outputs which reflect the educational and cultural value of Study Abroad. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Produce a balanced critique of relevant nominated output relating to the host study abroad institution. |
| 2 | Reflect appropriately on the study abroad experience, including self-development in academic and cultural terms. |
| 3 | Provide recommendations on how the experience has benefitted the individual. |
| 4 | Identify future skills that should be acquired to maximise employability based on the experience. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| This module will focus on international and cultural business theories within the context of the Study Abroad experience. Cultural theoretical frameworks including Hofstede and Trompenaar will be examined and the student will be required to reflect critically on their period of time in a different cultural context in relation to such theories. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a student-centred, self-directed module. The student will work independently and produce output within a given time frame. Academic support will be provided by the module co-ordinator or nominee. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | N/A | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 450 | 450 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 450 | 450 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Individual portfolio assessment comprising 4500 word report and accompanying evidence. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The calculation of the overall grade for this module is based on 100% weighting of C1. An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs to achieve an A in C1. |
| B | The student needs to achieve a B in C1. |
| C | The student needs to achieve a C in C1. |
| D | The student needs to achieve a D in C1. |
| E | The student needs to achieve an E in C1. |
| F | The student needs to achieve an F in C1. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Completion of a Study Abroad period as part of an RGU undergraduate programme. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| This module is only available to RGU students who have fully completed a Study Abroad period as part of their full-time course, but have been unable to gain the relevant amount SCQF / ECTS equivalent points. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | BOWDEN, J., 2011. Writing a report: how to prepare, write and present effective reports. 9th ed. Oxford: How to Books. |
| 2 | HOFSTEDE, G., HOFSTEDE G.J., AND MINKOV, M., 2010. Cultures and organizations: software of the mind. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill |
| 3 | LEWIS, R. and INGLIS, J., 2005. How to write reports: the key to successful reports. Cambridge: National Extension College Trust Ltd. |
| 4 | SCHEIN, E.H., HAMPDEN-TURNER, C., BELBIN, M. et al., 2012. Cross-cultural management textbook: lessons from the world leading experts. New York: McGraw-Hill. |