Faculty of Business and Law

MANAGING PEOPLE

ASSESSMENT BRIEF

Module Code: UMPDM3

Module Title: MANAGING PEOPLE/GLOBAL MANAGING PEOPLE

Submission Deadline: Available on Blackboard

Assessment Component B: INDIVIDUAL ESSAY

Assessment Weighting: 50 PER CENT OF TOTAL MODULE MARK

Marking and feedback 20 working days after submission

deadline (20 working days)

Assessment Instructions

Individual Essay: 1,500 words

This is a 1,500 individual essay based upon a topic covered on the module. Students are required to
choose and answer one essay question from a list of three. The list of questions will be released towards
the end of term via Blackboard.. This assignment is worth 50% of the overall mark for this module. The
essay will be due once teaching has been completed. The exact due date is available on Blackboard.

Assessment Objectives:

• Evidence understanding of the topic and key theories

• Demonstrates critical appreciation of relevant theory and empirical research
• Draw from relevant, academic sources to support answers
• Essay is written in accordance with traditional academic requirements
• Sources should be cited and referenced using the Harvard system

Marking Criterial:
 SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE CRITICAL EVALUATION CONSTRUCTING AN ARGUMENT USE OF LITERATURE AND WRITING QUALITY
(20%) (30%) (25%) OTHER SOURCES (10%) (15%)

A++ Original / innovative use Outstanding attempt Thorough and rigorous argument. Outstanding use of external Highest standards of
of an impressive range of present and defend Outstanding level of depth and sources, referencing that literacy (i.e. academic
sources, many beyond opinions by making sophistication. Insightful, with conforms precisely to UWE vocabulary, spelling)
those recommended. judgement about clear evidence of originality of Harvard requirements. (9-10 and presentation.
Outstanding theoretical / information, validity of thought. All aspects of the marks) Outstanding clarity,
conceptual grounding ideas or quality of work on a question thoroughly addressed; no structure and
and outstanding set of theoretically-based irrelevant material. Evidence of organisation
discussion of significance criteria. Outstanding links independent, insightful, innovative (including paragraph
and validity within the are made between theory thought. (23-25 marks) structure,
discipline. (18-20 marks) and relevant examples introduction and
/practice. (27-30 marks) conclusion). Excellent
logical flow
throughout. Direction
of argument is clearly
signposted
throughout. (13-15
marks)
A+ Original / innovative use Exceptional attempt to Thorough and rigorous argument. Exceptional use of external Highest standards of
of an impressive range of combine information Exceptional level of depth and sources, referencing that literacy (i.e. academic
sources, many beyond together in a different way sophistication. Insightful, with conforms precisely to UWE vocabulary, spelling)
those recommended. by combining elements into evidence of originality of thought. Harvard requirements. (8-9 and presentation.
Exceptional theoretical / a new pattern or proposing All aspects of the question marks) Exceptional clarity,
conceptual grounding alternative solutions. thoroughly addressed; no structure and
and exceptional Exceptional links are made irrelevant material. Evidence of organisation
discussion of significance between theory and independent, insightful, innovative (including paragraph
and validity within the relevant examples /practice. thought. (20-23 marks) structure,
discipline. (16-18 marks) (24-27 marks) introduction and
conclusion). Excellent
logical flow
throughout. Direction
of argument is clearly
signposted
 throughout. (12-13
marks)

A Original / innovative use Excellent attempt to Thorough and rigorous argument. Excellent use of external Excellent standards of
of an impressive range of examine and break Excellent level of depth and sources, referencing that literacy (i.e. academic
sources, many beyond information into parts by conceptual sophistication with conforms precisely to UWE vocabulary, spelling)
those recommended. identifying motives or evidence of originality of thought. Harvard requirements. (7-8 and presentation.
Excellent theoretical / causes; making inferences All aspects of the question marks) Excellent clarity of
conceptual grounding and finding evidence to addressed; very little irrelevant structure and
and excellent discussion support generalisations. material. Evidence of independent, organisation
of significance and Excellent links are made insightful, innovative thought. (17- (including paragraph
validity within the between theory and 20 marks) structure,
discipline. (14-16 marks) relevant examples /practice. introduction and
(21-24 marks) conclusion). Excellent,
logical flow
throughout. Direction
of argument is clearly
signposted
throughout. (10-12
marks)
B A good / very good range Good attempt to apply Good / very good argument. Good Very good/good use of Good / very good
of sources, some beyond acquired knowledge, facts, / very good awareness of the external sources, referencing standards of literacy
those recommended. techniques and rules in a contestability of ideas. Good / very that conforms well to UWE (i.e. academic
Good / very good different way. Good good level of depth and Harvard requirements. (6-7 vocabulary, spelling)
theoretical / conceptual attempt to draw on some sophistication. Most important marks) and presentation.
grounding and good / relevant examples aspects of the question addressed. Clear / very clear and
very good discussion of /practices and how these Good / very good awareness of appropriate structure
significance and validity are explained by reference context. Some minor omissions of (including paragraph
within the discipline. (12- to relevant theories. (18-21 detail or inclusion of irrelevant structure,
14 marks) marks) material. (15-17 marks) introduction and
conclusion), followed
effectively. Direction
of argument is largely
clearly signposted
throughout. (9-10
marks)
C Adequate / competent Adequate / competent Adequate / competent argument. Adequate/ competent use of Adequate /
range of sources. Limited understanding of facts and Adequate / competent awareness external sources, referencing competent standards
theoretical / conceptual ideas. Some theoretical of the contestability of ideas but that conforms largely to UWE of literacy (i.e.
grounding and limited explanations have been limited in depth and sophistication. Harvard requirements. (5-6 academic vocabulary,
discussion of significance described but may not have Some errors / misunderstandings. marks) spelling) and
and validity within the been fully applied or Most aspects of the question presentation.
discipline.(10-12 marks) evaluated. Some attempt addressed adequately / Adequate /
has been made to competently; adequate / competent structure
incorporate competent awareness of context; (including paragraph
examples/evidence and to some omissions of detail. Errors or structure,
use theories to explain misunderstanding of the brief are introduction and
them. (15-18 marks) evident. (12-15 marks) conclusion). Adequate
/ competent
signposting of
argument. (7-9 marks)
D Limited range of Limited understanding of Some knowledge and Weak use of external sources, Weak standards of
recommended sources, theory (i.e. recalling facts, understanding of the issues and referencing that conforms literacy (i.e. academic
with weak integration. terms, basic concepts and linkage of ideas, but very little largely to UWE Harvard vocabulary, spelling)
Weak in theoretical / answers) and theoretical depth and limited application of requirements. (4-5 marks) and presentation.
conceptual grounding insights need to be concepts. Some errors / Some attempt to
and weak discussion of developed. The essay misunderstandings. More than half structure the essay,
significance and validity includes relevant examples of the requirements of the but the structure is
within the discipline. (8- but these are insufficiently question addressed. Some not followed
10 marks) linked to theoretical important aspects referred to, but effectively and parts
insights. Conversely, the several omissions of key detail. are disorganised.
essay includes references to Errors or misunderstanding of the Partial / absent
relevant theories; no brief are evident. (10-12 marks) introduction and / or
attempt has been made to conclusion. Weak
apply to practice. (12-15 signposting of
marks) argument. (6-7 marks)
E Superficial theoretical / Superficial understanding Superficial argument; weak grasp Poor use of external sources, Poor levels of literacy
conceptual grounding; (i.e. recalling not always of issues and concepts with referencing that does not (i.e. academic
little supporting source relevant facts, terms, basic substantial errors or conform to UWE Harvard vocabulary, spelling)
material. Content reliant concepts and answers misunderstandings. Argument is requirements. (2-4 marks) and /or presentation.
on material from taught showing partial almost incoherent or absent. Little Structure only vaguely
sessions, not effectively understanding) and little sign of understanding issues and apparent and not
used. Many evidence of engagement key concepts. Some requirements made explicit. Very
unsubstantiated with theoretical of the question met; substantial disorganised; very
assertions. May be explanations. The essay is omissions, errors or poor focus and logical
regarded as a partial overly descriptive. misunderstandings. Much of the connections; very
submission. (5-8 marks) Insufficient use made of content is of limited relevance. weak sign- posting.
theoretical explanations or Overall, does not meet the Partial / absent
evidence to support points substantive aspects of the introduction and / or
raised. (8-12 marks) question. May be regarded as a conclusion. May be
partial submission. (6-10 marks) regarded as a partial
submission. (4-6
marks)
F Absence of relevant No evidence of engagement Largely incoherent. Little sign of References and source Extremely poor levels
sources and supporting with theoretical understanding the issues. May be attribution absent. (0-2 of literacy and / or
material. Clearly a partial explanations. The essay is regarded as a partial submission. marks) presentation.
submission. (0-7 marks) overly descriptive. No Virtually nothing of relevance to Extremely
evidence of theoretical the question. May be regarded as a disorganised and / or
explanations. Completely partial submission. (0-6 marks) incomplete structure.
inadequate attempt to refer Complete absence of
to any literature or theory. focus, logical
(0-8 marks) connections and sign-
posting. Partial /
absent introduction
and / or conclusion.
Clearly a partial
submission. (0-2
marks)
Formative feedback and Support

Formative feedback

Formative feedback provides opportunities to reflect on your ongoing work and preparation for your
assignment.

Example essay questions relating to each topic are covered every week in the tutorials. Each student
will be required to produce an essay plan that includes references to the reading list provided on
Blackboard.

Students will receive feedback on their essay plans from their peers and tutor in their tutorial.

Further information about this assessment is available on the Blackboard site for this module in the
Component B Study Unit.

Formatting

Please use the following file format(s): .doc/.docx. We cannot ensure that other formats are compatible
with markers’ software.

All work should be word processed in 12-point font Calibri, Times New Roman or Arial and either single
or 1.5 line spaced.

The first page of your coursework must include:

• Your student number

• The module name and number
• The word count
• The coursework title: “Managing People Individual Essay”
• The essay question chosen

Word Limit

The word maximum word limit is 1,500 words. There is a +/- 10% margin.

• This word count includes everything in the main body of the text (including headings, tables,
citations, quotes, lists, etc.).
• The references, bibliography and footnotes (provided footnotes only include references) are
NOT included in this word count.
• There is no direct penalty for exceeding the word count, but the marker WILL stop reading once
the maximum word limit has been reached and nothing further will be taken into account in the
allocation of marks.

You can view the UWE word count policy here: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/aboutus/policies

Referencing:

Please adhere to the principles of good academic practice and ensure you reference all sources used
when developing your assessment, using the UWE Harvard system. Failure to properly reference your
work to original source material can be grounds for the assessment offence of plagiarism and may
result in failure of the assessment or have more serious implications.

For further guidance on correct referencing go to:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/referencing.aspx

Details of what constitutes plagiarism and how to avoid it can be found here:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/readingandwriting/plagiarism.aspx

For general guidance on how to avoid assessment offences see:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/assessmentoffences.aspx

Instructions for submission

You must submit your assignment before the stated deadline by electronic submission
through Blackboard. Notification that the electronic submission port al is open for your assignment is
displayed (usually two weeks before the submission date) in the Coursework tab in myUWE, the
Coursework tab in Blackboard and via an announcement in the Blackboard course.

Please allow sufficient time to upload your assignment, noting that the system becomes busier and
slower as the deadline approaches. Only your final upload will be counted. Ensure all your information
is submitted at one attempt to avoid ‘overwriting’ your intended submission. Always check and retain
your receipts.

Late submission in the 24 hours following the deadline will be accepted but the assignment mark will
be capped at 40%. Submissions after 24 hours will not be accepted. For full guidance on online
submission through Blackboard, see:

http://info.uwe.ac.uk/online/Blackboard/students/guides/assignments/default.asp

Submissions of coursework by any other method (including a paper copy, on disk or by email) are NOT
permissible for this module unless specifically agreed in advance of the submission date.

Before submitting your work, please ensure that:

• You have proofread you work thoroughly to ensure your work is presented appropriately

• You have addressed all the required elements of the assessment

• You have referenced in accordance with the guidance provided

• You have addressed each of the marking criterion

• The submission is a single document and is in the correct format

Safe Assign

Make sure you submit your own work and do not plagiarise from other sources or students. All
modules within FBL have the option to use Safe Assign software. Safe Assign will compare your work
to that of other students, current and past, as well as other materials available on the internet. UWE
will act if Safe Assign suggests your work includes material that is ‘copied’ from other sources.

Students will normally receive marks and feedback on their submission within 20 working days of the
submission deadline (not including any public holidays or university closure days). Any delay in
returning students’ work will be communicated by the module leader via Blackboard.

Feedback on this module is not limited to the written comments you will receive on individual written
assessment submissions.
Feedback and marks for this module will be available 20 working days after submission.

For further guidance on feedback, please refer to the module handbook.

Further Guidance and Support

General guidance on study skills:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills.aspx

Specific study skills pages relating to this module include:

Writing skills:

https://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/readingandwriting/writing.aspx

Support from the FBL Academic Success Centre:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/bl/bbs/aboutus/studentexperience/academicsupportcentre.aspx

Guidance on UWE assessment regulations and terminology:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/assessmentsguide.aspx

Guidance on using the library: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/library/usingthelibrary.aspx

Personal Circumstances

If you are experiencing difficulties in completing a piece of assessment on time due to unexpected
circumstances (for example illness, accident, bereavement), you should seek advice from a Student
Support Adviser at the earliest opportunity.

Please note the module leader cannot grant personal circumstances or extensions.

Appointments with a student adviser can be made via an Information Point or online at:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/studentadvisers.aspx

The Student Support Adviser will advise as to whether you should submit an application for ‘Personal
Circumstances (PCs)’, how to do so and what evidence is required to support the application.

Further details on ECs can be found here:

http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/personalcircumstances.aspx