Personal Development Module 2600-BM-PDM

Upon completion of the course, the student:

in terms of skills:

Communication and relationship building within an organization

E_U1 - shares their experiences and reflections regarding the dynamics of the group process (K_U02).
E_U2 - co-creates a contract—along with other participants—that applies throughout the entire workshop series (K_K04).
E_U3 - freely uses vocabulary related to interpersonal communication and relationships during workshop sessions (K_U06).
E_U4 - participates in group tasks proposed by the trainer/academic teacher (K_U07).
E_U5 - adheres to the agreements contained in the contract, thereby recognizing, considering, and respecting the needs of all participants (K_U07).
E_U6 - fosters an atmosphere of safety and collaboration in the group by supporting good communication, assertively expressing their needs, setting their own boundaries, and respecting the boundaries of other workshop participants (K_U07).
E_U7 - recognizes their own stereotypes and biases (K_U07).
E_U8 - records reflections on their emotions, beliefs, decisions, values, interpretations, behaviors, thoughts, experiences, etc., in a journal during the duration of the course (K_U08).

in terms of social competences:
Communication and relationship building within an organization
E_K1 - considers the challenges and benefits associated with diversity in the workplace (K_K01)
E_K2 - recognizes the challenges and opportunities that arise when working with diverse groups (K_K03)
E_K3 - supports other group members by offering help and sharing knowledge, fostering a readiness to build networks and collaboration (K_K04)

1. Due to the workshop nature of the course, attendance is a key component for passing (a maximum of 1 day of absence is allowed).
2. Assesment: “Me as a team member - Communication and Collaboration”
Assessment Objective:
The objective of this assessment is to analyse one’s own way of functioning in a group and to develop the ability to communicate consciously, collaborate effectively, express needs, respond to differences of opinion, and build positive team relationships.
The assessment is based on experiences gained during exercises and activities carried out in class.
Components of the Assessment:
1. Participation in Classes
Students are expected to attend classes and actively participate in individual and group activities.
2. Completion of an Individual Observation Sheet
The observation sheet is completed during several class sessions and serves as a basis for preparing the final written assignment.
3. Individual Written Assignment: “Me as team member”
Based on the experiences and observations gathered during classes, each student prepares an individual written assignment of 1–2 pages.
The assignment should include the following sections:
A. My Functioning in a Group
The student describes at least two specific situations from the classes that illustrate their way of functioning in a team.
B. My Communication Style
The student analyses their way of communicating with other group members, including the way they express opinions, listen to others, respond to different viewpoints, and participate in group discussions.
C. Theoretical Interpretation
The student interprets their experiences using concepts and ideas discussed during the course.
D. My Development Plan
The student identifies areas for further development and proposes practical actions aimed at improving their communication and teamwork skills.

Assessment Criteria for the Written Assignment
• 25% - specificity and quality of the description of personal experiences;
• 30% - depth of self-reflection;
• 25% - ability to recognise the perspectives and needs of other team members;
• 20% - practicality and feasibility of the personal development plan.
Requirements for Passing the Course
To pass the course, students must:
• actively participate in classes;
• complete the individual observation sheet during the classes;
• submit the individual written assignment by the specified deadline.
Attendance is a mandatory condition for passing the course.

Final Grade
The final grade for the course consists of:
1. 60% - attendance and active participation in classes;
2. 40% - the written assignment together with the completed individual observation sheet.

Final grading scale:
• 0-50% - grade 2
• 51-60% - grade 3
• 61-70% - grade 3.5
• 71-80% - grade 4
• 81-90% - grade 4.5
• 91-100% - grade 5