Tutorial 1 Dimensions: Generic Professional Practice

Statements

This tutorial will allow students to explore key statements that capture their key skills and
knowledge required their own profession, industry and career.

I Innovation

I1 I understand different ways to generate new ideas in a business context

I2 I can demonstrate application of innovation theories and models

I3 I can harness a variety of problem solving techniques

I4 I can assess the qualities of a proposed innovation using analytical and trending techniques

I5 I can adapt my innovation workstyle according to the task assigned

D Ethical Decision Making

D1 I can demonstrate ethical decision making

D2 I know my core values for ethical decision making

D3 I understand distinctions between competing choices and consequences in ethical decisions

D4 I am aware of how obstacles might cloud judgement in decision making

D5 I know how to communicate decisions in an effective manner

C Cultural Sensitivity

C1 I can demonstrate skills that allow me to understand and learn about people whose cultural
background is not the same as mine

C2 I understand a range of communication strategies that improve my cultural sensitivity

C3 I am aware of the importance of cultural sensitivity in business dealings

C4I understand the implications of working in homogenous and heterogeneous groups

C5 I can apply intercultural sensitivity using theories and models in work related settings

E Entrepreneurial Mind-sets

E1 I understand how to create social and economic value

E2 I know how to develop vision and operationalise an idea or business project

E3 I am aware of how to assess risk in relation to business projects

E4 I understand processes relating to opportunity identification and development

E5 I can demonstrate a range of entrepreneurial behaviours in the workplace

L Leadership

L1 I understand what it means to be a leader

L2 I know how to adapt my leadership style according to different situations in the workplace

L3 I understand the concepts of agility, empathy and respect in relation to workplace leadership

L4 I have learned to listen on multiple levels including emotional soundtracks

L5 I understand the principles of collaborative leadership

L5 I can demonstrate a range of leadership skills in the workplace

Task:
Explore the generic statements in groups and then adapt for your own professional practice