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Assessment 3 Information
| Subject Code: | MBA401 | ||
| Subject Name: | People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership | ||
| Assessment Title: | Reflected Best Self Statement | ||
| Assessment Type: | Self-Reflection integrating two individual In-Class Activities: • Reflection One based on the Industry Guest Speaker (Week 6) • Reflection Two based on the creation of a statement on your “Reflective Best-Self (Week 12) |
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| Word Count: | Reflection One (500 words) Reflection Two (1000 words) |
Words | (+/-10%) |
| Weighting: | Reflection One (10%) Reflection Two (30%) |
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| Total Marks: | 40 | ||
| Submission: | Both Reflection One and Reflection Two will be submitted as ONE single document. Notes taken from the Industry Speaker will need to be included as an attachment. (Submitted via Turnitin) |
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| Due Date: | Reflection One (In-Class Activity – Week 6) based on the Industry Speaker – Week 6 Reflection Two (In-Class Activity – Week 12) Submission of both Reflections in one integrated document on Tuesday, Week 13 @11.55pm |
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Your Task
Your task has two components: drawing on the Industry Guest Speaker (Week 6) and the self-analysis
tools and techniques that you have been exposed during this subject. Based on these two
components, you will write a reflection that you can use and continue to build on during your time
studying at Kaplan Business School. This reflection and related activities will support the development
of your “reflective best self” (RBS) statement, by bringing together theories, self-development tools and
concepts that have been covered in the subject. Both components of this reflection will be supported by
in-class activities.
Assessment Description
This assessment involves you developing an RBS statement. The process for developing your RBS
statement will start in Week 6, drawing upon what the Industry Guest Speaker had to say about people,
culture and leadership The topics, theories and concepts covered in the second half of the trimester
will also be used to help you develop a well-rounded statement.
An important part of undertaking postgraduate study, is that you actively reflect on what you have been
learning and how you could apply it to assist your own professional development and/or future career.
This RBS statement supports these areas and is designed to be updated regularly during your time at
KBS as you grown and learn.
Reflection One will be conducted in-class in Week 6. Based on the Industry Guest Speaker you will link
the theories and concepts covered in the subject and apply them to both the Industry Guest Speaker
and to yourself. Attendance at this class is a requirement to complete the assessment. Discussions,
participation, and self-analysis activities will be conducted in class during the trimester and will form the
basis of this reflection and support the development of your RBS statement. You will submit this
Reflection in Week 13 at 11.55pm (via Turnitin) as part of your final reflection.
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Reflection Two will be conducted in Week 12 and be a self-analysis of your leadership style and ways that
you can develop your own leadership skills? During this trimester, you have undertaken several
personality and leadership style tests and been exposed to a range of ideas and concepts to support your
future leadership development, your current skills gap and development of your “reflected best-self”.
You need to refer to a range of tools/tests and leadership theories to support your answer. You must
include a minimum of four (4) academic references to support your ideas.
Attendance at this class is a requirement to complete the assessment. Discussions, participation, and selfanalysis activities will be conducted in class. You will then be required to upload your final submission,
combining Reflection One and Reflection Two on Tuesday, Week 13 at 11.55pm.
Assessment Instructions
To assist you in developing your reflections, you should be writing weekly diary notes recording your
experiences (both positive and negative), on the topics and discussions.
To ensure the success of your RBS statement make certain that you incorporate the following:
• Examples from you own personal experience that supports your analysis and the development of
a true and accurate RBS statement.
• Paragraphs that don’t just describe your experiences but critically analyse them as well
You should refer to at least three (3) relevant theories that you have covered during the subject to
support your responses within the context of action-based learning.
Please refer to the Assessment Marking Guide to assist you in completing all the assessment criteria.
Important Study Information
Academic Integrity Policy
KBS values academic integrity. All students must understand the meaning and consequences
of cheating, plagiarism and other academic offences under the Academic Integrity and Conduct
Policy.
What is academic integrity and misconduct?
What are the penalties for academic misconduct?
What are the late penalties?
How can I appeal my grade?
Click here for answers to these questions:
http://www.kbs.edu.au/current-students/student-policies/.
Word Limits for Written Assessments
Submissions that exceed the word limit by more than 10% will cease to be marked from the point
at which that limit is exceeded.
Study Assistance
Students may seek study assistance from their local Academic Learning Advisor or refer to the
resources on the MyKBS Academic Success Centre page. Click here for this information.
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Assessment Marking Guide
| Criterion | Fail (0-49%) | Pass (50-64%) | Credit (65-74%) | Distinction (75-84%) | High Distinction (85-100%) |
| Reflection One – Week 6 Demonstrated understanding of the key concepts of the Guest Speaker. (5 Marks) |
Vague and inaccurate details of the guest speaker’s presentation, content, and key points. . |
Adequate discussion of the guest speaker’s presentation, content, and key points |
Good discussion of the guest speaker’s presentation, content, and key points |
Very good discussion of the guest speaker’s presentation, content, and key points |
Excellent discussion of the guest speaker’s presentation, content, and key points |
| Reflection One – Week 6 Linkages to RBS Statement and related to in-class activities (discussions, participation, self analysis) (5 Marks) (5 Marks) |
Minimal or no linkages to the development of the RBS statement. Minimal or no details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self-analysis) No academic references included. |
Adequate linkages to the development of the RBS statement. Adequate details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self analysis) A few academic references included. Linkages to the RBS made, but not deeply developed. Minimal or no details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self-analysis) Academic sources used in a minimal fashion |
Good linkages to the development of the RBS statement. Good details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self analysis) Good use of academic references included. |
Very good linkages to the development of the RBS statement. Very good details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self-analysis) Very good use academic sources effectively used to enhance and enrich commentary. |
Excellent linkages to the development of the RBS statement. Excellent details of in-class activities (discussions, participation, self analysis) Excellent use academic sources effectively used to enhance and enrich commentary. |
| Reflection Two – Week 12 end of trimester reflection (15 Marks) |
Minimal or no effort to identify leadership style. RBS linkages vague or not developed at all. Little or no reference to in-class activities. No academic theories. |
Leadership style identified, but not developed or explained. Linkages between RBS and leadership test mentioned but not elaborated upon. Minimal linkages to in-class activities. Analysis limited. Areas for development listed. Strategies unclear or not listed. Vague links to RBS statement made. |
Leadership style explained with some reflection apparent – but could be further developed. Linkages between RBS and leadership tests, ideas and concepts covered during trimester obvious. Areas for development detailed clearly with a few strategies identified to address skills, knowledge/experience gaps. Links to RBS statement apparent but could be better developed. |
Leadership style clearly defined with evidence of reflection apparent. RBS developed and influenced by leadership tests, ideas and concepts covered during trimester. Considered choice of development areas with detailed explanation. Detailed strategies identified to address skills, knowledge/experience gaps – strong and compelling links to RBS statement. |
Leadership style clearly defined, demonstrating outstanding reflective skills. RBS honed, refined and sharpened by leadership tests, ideas and concepts covered during trimester. Insightful, deep and considered choice of development areas. Specific and targeted strategies identified to address skills, knowledge/experience gaps exceptional links to RBS statement. |
| Reflected Best Self (RBS) Statement (10 marks) |
RBS statement under-developed or not completed at all. Understanding or appreciation for the RBS statement process unclear. No effort made to connect the RBS with any in-class activities or theories. |
RBS statement completed – unclear how theories or concepts or in-class activities influenced its development. Minimal or no significant linkages made between leadership theories – understanding appears limited or basic. |
RBS statement reflects a reasonable level of thought and consideration. Linkages between trimester activities and the RBS detailed; but could be developed more fully. Leadership theories understood with connections to RBS apparent. |
RBS statement well-written and considered – reflection evident. Strong connections between trimester’s activities and development RBS. An understanding of the leadership theories and concepts obvious and well-expressed. |
RBS statement outstandingly written – deep/considered reflection evident. Strong, robust, connections between trimester’s activities and development RBS. Appreciation for leadership theories and concepts patently clear and exceptionally well expressed. |
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| Academic structure, presentation, and referencing. (5 Marks) |
Poor academic structure. Very poor formatting and presentation severely limit the comprehension of the paper. |
Some effort with the academic structure, but poor format and presentation detracts from the professionalism of the paper. Academic references included, but inconsistent or poor adherence to Kaplan Harvard referencing conventions. |
Academic structure reasonable but could be more effectively followed. Format supports what is written. Strong following of Kaplan Harvard referencing conventions. |
Academic structure followed consistently thorough the paper. Presentation and format constant and assist the comprehension of what is presented. Kaplan Harvard referencing conventions respected. |
The academic structure implemented in a considered fashion. Presentation and formatting support and underscore key details. Consistent and strict adherence to Kaplan Harvard referencing conventions. |
