Course/Programme: BA (Hons) Business Studies with Foundation

Level: Year 2 Level 4

Foundation Year 0 (Level 0)
Year 2 Level 4
Year 3 Level 5
Year 4 Level 6
Module Title: Organisational Theory and Practice
Module Leader: Anand Walser
Assignment title: Case Study Analysis
Assignment number: 1
Weighting: 100% of overall module grade
Date given out: 14/11/2022
Submission date: 15/02/2023
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Special instructions for
submission (if any):
Date for results and 15/03/2023
feedback
(please note the final grade
is subject to the main
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Assessment

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Using the table below, indicate the Activity type, descriptor and weighting. If your assessment strategy for a
module consists of more than one component each assigned an individual mark (even if these are aggregated
later to form an overall module mark), then you must record each component separately under their
appropriate activity type. For further guidance please contact your Faculty Director of Learning and Teaching.

Please use activity types and descriptors in the Assessment Types List and Guidance available to
download HERE.

Where the submission of the same piece of work in an improved form, for reassessment purposes, is not
possible, students will be permitted to be reassessed by a different form than that undertaken for the original
assessment. Please also summarise the alternative form of reassessment.

Length / Alternative Week Due

Activity Type Activity Descriptor Weighting
Duration Assessment
Case Study None
Individual Report 4000 words
Analysis 100%

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Assignment

TASK

You are a Senior Manager of British Airways. The board of directors have asked you to
evaluate the following within the company:
1) Organisational Structure
2) Organisational Culture
3) Leadership and
4) Motivation
Evaluate why the company had to cancel more than 10000 flights during the summer.
Critically analyse whether is it due to the current structure , culture , leadership or lack of
motivation in that organisation? As a Senior Manager in this organisation, what changes
would you make to improve the performance of the organisation? Justify your
recommendations. Use appropriate examples and literature to justify your stand. Use a
Change Management model and apply it to make the necessary changes in the organisation.

Note: The company is BRITISH AIRWAYS

A maximum of 4000 words not including title page, table of contents, appendices or list of references.
1. Introduction -400 words
2. Task 1 meets L01-600 words
3. Task 2 meets L02-600 words
4. Task 3 meets LO3-600 words
5. Task 4 meets L04-600 words
6. Task 5- Use of corporate examples and literature-400 words
7. Task G- Suggestions/ Recommendations-400 words
8. Conclusion-400 words

See below for the full explanation of the marking criteria

The Topic/title
1. Feel free to discuss possibilities with your lecturer.
2. ‘Describe’ means ‘this is what happened’, ‘Analyse’ means ‘this is why it happened’.
3. Recommendations could relate to the future, or to what others could learn from this situation.
Basic Format:

 A title page, a contents page, an introduction, a main section with sub-sections, and a
recommendation, conclusion and references. Clear headings are essential. Relevant sources of
information should be cited using the Harvard referencing system.
 Any areas of doubt need to be raised with your lecturer

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The tasks address all the learning outcomes.

The use of a range of information sources is expected – academic books, peer reviewed
journal articles, professional articles, press releases and newspaper articles, reliable statistics,
company annual reports and other company information. All referencing should be in
Harvard style.

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 MARKING CRITERIA AND STUDENT FEEDBACK
This section details the assessment criteria. The extent to which these are demonstrated by
you determines your mark. The marks available for each criterion are shown. Lecturers use a
similar format to comment on the achievement of the task(s), including those areas in which
you have performed well and areas that would benefit from development/improvement.

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Mark

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Common Assessment Criteria Applied

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1. Research-informed Literature
Extent of research and/or own reading, selection of credible sources,
application of appropriate referencing conventions.
Providing evidence of the appropriate reading/ references that form the basis 20
of the insights in your essay.
2. Knowledge and Understanding of Subject
Extent of knowledge and understanding of concepts and underlying
principles associated with the discipline.
Demonstrating familiarity with the selected concepts/ models used in your 20
presentation.

3. Analysis
Analysis, evaluation and synthesis; logic, argument and judgement;
analytical reflection; organisation of ideas and evidence
Demonstrating conceptual insights into the potential values of the selected 25
academic concepts/ models.

4. Practical Application and Deployment

Deployment of methods, materials, tools and techniques; application of
concepts; formulation of innovative and creative solutions to solve
problems.
Applying your conceptual insights to successfully address the situations 25
faced by your chosen organisation. Making recommendations for future
plans and strategies.
5. Skills for Professional Practice
Attributes in professional practice: individual and collaborative working;
deployment of appropriate media; presentation and organisation.
Quality of the presentation. 10
Potential effectiveness in terms of getting your messages across to your
intended audience.
9. TOTAL 100

Assignment Mark (Assessment marks are subject to ratification at the UoS

Assessment Board. These comments and marks are to give feedback on module work and %
are for guidance only until they are confirmed. )

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Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
A. KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING
1. Knowledge and Knowledge and understanding
application of of theory are detailed and
subject and beyond what has been taught.
theories Appreciation of the limits of
subject-specific theories
demonstrated in the work.
Approach to assessment task is
clearly, appropriately, and
theoretically informed.
2. Information Uses initiative to seek out a
gathering/ broad range of highly relevant
processing information and synthesises and
evaluates it effectively.
3. Evaluation of Evaluates information and/or
process and the data and the inquiry process
quality of perceptively using appropriate
information / data criteria some of which is self-
developed determined.
79-70
Very good
Demonstrates an accurate,
systematic theoretical
understanding of the subject
and a range of key theories.
Appropriately selected
theoretical knowledge is
synergised into the overall
assessment task with some
appreciation of the limits of
subject specific theories.
Selects a range of highly
relevant information.
Demonstrates
understanding of the
complexity of the
information and processes it
effectively.
Evaluates information
and/or data and the inquiry
process perceptively using
appropriate criteria some of
which may be self-
determined.
69-60 59-50
Good Sound
Shows a systematic and Sound descriptive
accurate understanding of knowledge of key theories
key subject-specific with appropriate
theories, which are application; sometimes
appropriately integrated balanced towards the
within the context of the descriptive rather than the
assessment task. critical or analytical.
Selects appropriate Selects appropriate
information and processes information and evaluates
it thoroughly with some and comments on it
critical evaluation. critically, includes some
readings beyond the set
range.
Effectively evaluates Shows sound, basic
information and/or data evaluation of information
and the inquiry process and/or data and the inquiry
using prescribed process used.
guidelines.
49-40
Satisfactory
Selection of theory is
satisfactory, and
terminology, facts and
concepts are handled
accurately, but application
and understanding are
generalised.
Selects generally
appropriate information
and shows ability to
evaluate and comment on
it adequately.
Shows basic evaluation of
the inquiry methodology
and information and/or
data generated.
39-20 19-0
Fail Fail
In this assignment some In this assignment there
of the theories presented is a lack of relevant
are not appropriate. subject-specific theory.
Terminology, facts, and
concepts are presented
inaccurately and/or with
omissions in key areas.
The application and/or
understanding
demonstrated is
extremely limited.
The selection of The selection of
information here is not information here is not
appropriate to the task appropriate to the task
and there is not enough and it is not evaluated
evaluation of it to systematically.
support the work.
In this submission, The work shows limited
evaluation of process and or no evaluation of either
the information and/or process or outcomes.
data is incomplete.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERI 100-80
ON Excellent
B. COGNITIVE SKILLS
4. Quality of Significant use is made of
sources used primary sources, in
conjunction with high quality
secondary sources. Draws
upon some current research or
advanced scholarship.
5. Referencing Sources used are
acknowledged in the text and
reference list and used
effectively to support
discussion. Referencing
follows a systematic
approach, appropriate to the
discipline. All elements of
individual references are
present.
6. Clarity of This work defines appropriate
objectives and objectives in detail and
focus of work addresses them logically,
coherently, comprehensively
showing sophisticated
interpretation of complex
ideas.
7. Selecting Convincing rationale for
research selection of one from several
methods methodologies enables the
(Relationship successful and efficient
between collection and recording of
method information and/or data with
chosen and perception.
the nature of
the inquiry)
CRITERI 100-80
ON Excellent
B. COGNITIVE SKILLS continued
79-70
Very good
Significant use made of primary
sources in conjunction with
high quality secondary sources.
Sources used are acknowledged
in the text and reference list and
used to support discussion.
Referencing follows a
systematic approach,
appropriate to the discipline. All
elements of individual
references are present.
This work defines appropriate
objectives in detail and
addresses them logically, and
coherently, interpreting
complex ideas clearly.
Methodology selected is
effective and rationale for its
selection is convincingly
explored enabling the effective
collection of appropriate
information and/or data.
79-70
Very good
69-60
Good
Uses a balanced combination
of primary and high-quality
secondary sources.
Sources used are
acknowledged in the text and
reference list. Referencing
follows a systematic
approach, appropriate to the
discipline. Entries in the
reference list are accurate.
This work defines appropriate
objectives and addresses them
coherently and logically
throughout the work
providing a clear focus to the
work.
Methodology selected is
effective and appropriate to
the aims and objectives of the
task and a rationale for its
selection from the range of
provided methodologies is
provided.
69-60
Good
59-50
Sound
Some use of primary
sources, but generally
reliant on appropriate
secondary sources.
Attempts to follow a
systematic approach to the
citation of sources,
appropriate to the
discipline. Most elements
of individual references
are present and accurate.
This work outlines some
appropriate objectives and
addresses them in a
coherent manner which
gives focus to the work.
Methodology chosen is
appropriate to the task and
a rationale is given to the
selection of a
methodology from the
range of prescribed ones.
59-50
Sound
49-40
Satisfactory
Mostly relies on set
secondary sources. Use of
primary sources limited
and is limited to set
sources.
Sources of information
acknowledged and
integration between text
and reference list is mainly
effective with some
inaccuracies or omissions.
Attempts to follow
systematic approach,
appropriate to the
discipline. Reference list
contains some errors.
This work uses generalised
objectives to provide
adequate but limited focus
to the work
Methodology used is
appropriate to the task and
brief rationale offered
refers to established
guidance.
49-40
Satisfactory
39-20
Fail
The work draws on some
set secondary sources,
but also relies on
inappropriate sources.
Hardly any use of
primary sources.
Some sources of
information
acknowledged but links
between text and
reference list are unclear.
Referencing does not
follow a systematic
approach. Elements of
individual references are
incomplete and/or
absent.
In this piece of work
objectives are not
appropriate and/or
clearly identified – focus
is not logical or coherent.
In this piece of work the
choice of methodology
and relationship to
information and/or data
being collected is
confused and confusing.
39-20
Fail
19-0
Fail
The submission is based
on unreliable and/ or
inappropriate sources.
Little or no
acknowledgement of
sources of information in
text and/or reference list.
In this piece of work no
objectives are identified,
and the submission lacks
focus and coherence.
In this piece of work the
issue of methodology is
not addressed and/or an
inappropriate
methodology is selected.
There is little evidence of
how planning was used
to complete the task.
19-0
Fail
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
8. Analysis Makes excellent use of
relevant analytic techniques
and applies these to new
and/or abstract information
and situations. Shows well-
developed ability to compare
alternative theories or analytic
approaches.
9. Conclusions Conclusions are well
developed, analytical, use
appropriate forms of
conceptualisation and show
some originality. They form
an integrated part of
arguments or discussion,
reflecting a strong grasp of a
range of theory and/or
evidence. Demonstrates
development of critical insight
and interpretation of complex
ideas.
10. Initiative Shows a creative, independent
(taking action, approach to achieving goals in
independence) a manner appropriate to
situation(s). If in a group
setting, shows appreciation of
the needs and views of others.
Makes very good use of a range
of analytic techniques relevant
to the discipline and applies
these to new and/or abstract
information and situations.
Shows developing ability to
compare alternative theories
and/or analytic approaches.
Conclusions are well developed,
analytical, and use appropriate
forms of conceptualisation.
They are systematic and
thoroughly grounded in a range
of theory and/or evidence
Demonstrates development of
some critical insight and
interpretation of complex ideas.
Uses imagination to assess the
needs of a situation and take
independent actions to achieve
goals. If in a group setting,
takes account of the needs and
views of others.
Makes effective use of
established techniques of
analysis relevant to the
discipline. Shows some
ability to compare with some
insight alternative theories
and/or analytic approaches.
Conclusions show some
critical insight and relate
clearly and logically to
substantiated arguments
based on a range of sources
of evidence and/or theory. A
range of views and
information are critically
evaluated and there is
perceptive interpretation of
complex ideas.
Effectively assesses the needs
of a situation and takes
independent action necessary
to achieve goals. If in a group
setting, shows some
awareness of the needs and
views of others.
Makes consistent, albeit
conventional, use of
established techniques of
analysis, relevant to the
discipline.
Logical and evidenced
conclusions are drawn
from evaluation of a range
of sources of evidence
and/or theory. Shows
developing ability to
consider and evaluate a
range of views and to
explain complex ideas
consistently and clearly.
Where goals and methods
are defined, will assess the
needs of a situation and
act towards achieving
goals. If in a group setting,
shows limited awareness
of the needs and views of
others.
Makes satisfactory but
limited use of established
techniques of analysis,
relevant to the discipline.
Adequate conclusions are
drawn which are derived
from understanding of
evidence and/or theory.
Shows the ability to
consider alternative views
and explain complex ideas.
Where goals and methods
are clearly defined, will
undertake tasks requiring
some independence. If in a
group setting, shows
limited awareness of the
needs and views of others.
Here the attempts at This submission does not
analysis are ineffective contain effective analysis
and/or uninformed by the and does not yet engage
discipline. with key disciplinary
techniques.
The work demonstrates The work either lacks a
limited or inaccurate conclusion or presents an
understanding of the unsubstantiated and/or
evidence and does not invalid conclusion.
draw together arguments
effectively.
In this assignment, In this assignment,
limited ability has been ability to undertake
demonstrated to prescribed tasks has been
undertake tasks beyond demonstrated, but
those prescribed. If in a independent tasks are not
group setting, the needs attempted. If in a group
and views of others have setting, the needs and
not been meaningfully views of others have not
considered. been considered.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
B. COGNITIVE SKILLS continued
11. Decision making Uses a range of appropriate
information to evaluate
options. Makes clear
decisions which give due
weight to alternatives and
justify the final choice.
C. PRACTICAL SKILLS
12. Creative process Creative work shows highly
developed technique in the
service of a lively creative
imagination. Processes
involved are handled with
assurance to achieve
innovative results. Personal
style consistently marked in
work which builds on
models with originality,
flair and style.
79-70
Very good
Uses appropriate
information to evaluate
options and applies clear
criteria to demonstrate
reasons for final decision.
Creative work shows well-
developed imagination and
technique. Processes
involved are handled with
assurance to achieve
creative results. Personal
style makes its mark on
models and moulds
influences with originality
and style.
69-60 59-50 49-40 39-20 19-0
Good Sound Satisfactory Fail Fail
Uses appropriate Recognises benefits and When decisions are made, Here, the rationale Here, the final choice is
information to evaluate disadvantages of some a limited, but tenable, behind the final choice is unclear or absent. In this
options. Final decision is viable options but rationale for decisions is unclear or untenable. work the student has not
clear and linked to the provides limited clarity on provided. demonstrated ability to
evaluation. rationale for final decision. make decisions.
Creative work shows Creative works shows Creative work shows a This work contains In this piece of work
developing imagination some imagination and basic level of imagination undeveloped ideas and/or skills and techniques are
and technique. Processes technique. Processes and technique. Processes little creativity or undeveloped. Creativity
involved have creative involved have some involved have developing skill/technique. Minimal or innovation are not
application and outcomes creative consequence. creative outcomes. personal style and little evidenced here.
Builds on models and Personal style is evident at Personal style is lacking, insight into effective
moulds influences with times in work which is and the work is derivative working processes are
some originality and otherwise derivative in in origin. demonstrated here.
moments of distinctive origin.
personal style.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
C. PRACTICAL SKILLS continued
13. Performance Compelling,
communicative, and
convincing performance
demonstrating thorough
understanding of style.
Accurate, flexible, focused,
well-rehearsed, convincing,
and precise performance.
Improvisations are
imaginative, creative, and
stylistically assured. Stage
craft presentation of a very
high standard.
14. Form and content Demonstrates strong ability
in a practical context to critically engage with
theory and practice.
Synthesises creative
strategies and interrelated
forms and styles.
Experiments with
conventional forms. Work
shows clear evidence of
intellectual rigour and/or
creativity. Technically and
professionally competent.
79-70
Very good
Focused, performance
demonstrating
communication,
commitment, and thorough
understanding of style with
careful attention to detail,
displaying consistently high
level of technical ability.
Improvised passages are
stylistically correct and
considered. Performance
well-prepared, assured and
persuasive. Stage craft
presentation of a very high
standard.
Evidence of critically
relating theory to practice.
Synthesises creative
strategies and interrelated
forms and styles. Good
evidence of some creativity
and experiments with
conventional forms.
Technically and
professionally competent in
most respects.
69-60
Good
Performance demonstrates
communication,
commitment, and an
understanding of the genre
with careful attention to
detail, displaying a good
level of technical ability.
Improvised passages show
a sound understanding of
style. Performance well-
rehearsed. Stage craft
presentation of a good
standard.
Work shows some
awareness of the
relationship between
theory and practice. Work
tends to be conventional
but show good ability to
relate form and content.
Some aspects of creativity
present. Structure and
content are relevant and
approaching technical and
professional competence
throughout.
59-50
Sound
Performance demonstrates
communication,
commitment and
understanding of the genre
with some attention to
detail and technical ability.
Improvised passages show
a sound understanding of
style. Limited confidence
and attention to stage craft
presentation.
Work evidences an
appropriate relationship
between form and content.
Limited presence of
creativity. Moderate
degree of technical and
professional competence.
49-40
Satisfactory
Performance that mostly
demonstrates
communication,
commitment and
understanding of the genre
but with little attention to
detail and displaying a
basic level of technical
ability. Improvised
passages show some
understanding of style.
Lacks confidence and little
attention given to stage
craft presentation.
Some evidence of
understanding of the
relationship between form
and content. Moderate
degree of technical and
professional competence.
Limited creativity.
39-20 19-0
Fail Fail
Performance in which Performance in which
communication, fluency and focus are
commitment and style severely limited by a
are limited by struggles lack of technical control.
with technical control. Improvised passages do
Improvised passages not yet show
show poor understanding understanding of
of the style and may be style/genre or
inappropriate. conventions of
Performance is under- performance here. This
rehearsed and performance is under-
unconvincing and stage rehearsed, lacking in
conduct is barely confidence and stage
addressed. conduct is not
appropriate.
Work shows little or no The work has not
evidence of an addressed the brief in a
understanding of the way that shows
relationship between understanding of the
form and content. The relationship between
submission lacks form and content.
creativity and is
technically poor.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
15. Communication Effective and polished
and presentation communication which
(appropriate to demonstrates a strong and
discipline) sophisticated understanding
of the discipline.
16. Clarity of Fluent and accomplished
expression (incl. writing, appropriate to
accuracy, spelling, assignment. grammar,
grammar, spelling, and numeracy are
punctuation, and highly accurate.
numeracy)
17. Digital skills Excellent use of a range of
appropriate digital
technologies to enhance the
work, showing digital
literacy and originality.
18. Presentation Imaginative presentation
(visual) with strong visual impact
which enhances the
message.
19. Presentation (oral) Presentation is very well
structured and engaging.
Audibility and pace are
appropriate to audience and
used with excellent effect to
enhance the presentation.
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS continued
79-70
Very good
Accomplished
communication in a format
appropriate to the discipline
showing strong
understanding of
disciplinary requirements.
Fluent writing, appropriate
to the assignment.
grammar, spelling, and
numeracy are accurate.
A range of digital
technologies are used
accurately and discerningly
to enhance the work,
demonstrating very good
digital literacy.
Message is presented
creatively with strong
visual impact.
Presentation is very well
structured and engaging.
Audibility and pace are
effective in engaging the
audience.
79-70
Very good
69-60 59-50 49-40 39-20 19-0
Good Sound Satisfactory Fail Fail
Very effective Effective communication Clear communication and Here the communication Here the communication
communication in a in a format appropriate to general evidence of an is unstructured and is disorganised and/or
format appropriate to the the discipline. appropriate academic style unfocused and/or in a incoherent and does not
discipline. for the discipline. format inappropriate to show understanding of
the discipline. the discipline’s style.
Language generally fluent Meaning is clear but Understandable and clear In this piece of work the In this piece of work, the
and expressive. grammar, language not always used meaning, but language meaning is often unclear meaning is unclear
spelling, and numeracy fluently. grammar, choices include errors with frequent errors in throughout. Errors in
accurate. spelling and/or numeracy which detract from the grammar, spelling, and spelling, grammar,
is mainly accurate. argument. Accuracy of or numeracy. punctuation and/or
spelling, punctuation, numeracy make
grammar and numeracy interpretation
allows understanding but challenging for an
needs to be improved. assessor.
A range of appropriate Appropriate digital Understandable and clear Some appropriate digital Digital technologies are
digital technologies are technologies are used work with use of technologies are used but not used appropriately;
used accurately to enhance accurately to enhance the appropriate digital overall digital literacy is digital literacy not
the work, showing good work, showing digital technologies but errors poor. demonstrated.
digital literacy. literacy. which detract from digital
literacy.
Presentation is clear and Presentation has a Visual aspect and/or Presented in a Presentation is
has very good visual generally sound structure structure of presentation is disorganised manner. disorganised and/or
effect. and visual tools are used adequate with limited Lacks appropriate incoherent and/or
effectively. creativity. support from visual medium is non-visual.
tools.
Presentation is well- Presentation has a sound Pace, audibility and/or Delivery is disorganised Presentation is not
structured and addressed structure. Pace and structure of presentation and/or pace and understandable and/or
effectively to audience. audibility are satisfactory are adequate. audibility is poor. inaudible and/or not an
Pace and audibility are most of the time. oral presentation.
very good.
69-60 59-50 49-40 39-20 19-0
Good Sound Satisfactory Fail Fail
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
20. Interactive and Demonstrates a flexible,
group skills (including approach to negotiation
teamwork, which addresses conflict
negotiation, and builds co-operation to
understanding group develop relationships which
dynamics) are mutually beneficial to
achieving group objectives.
21. Self-presentation / Confident and flexible self-
interpersonal skills presentation employing a
range of interpersonal skills
appropriate to the
individual’s aims and
setting(s).
22. Time management Meets deadlines. Sets self-
/ self-management determined targets and
contingency plans allowing
sufficient time to receive
and act on guidance.
23. Independence / Identifies learning needs by
autonomy (including actively seeking out
planning and feedback from a range of
managing learning) sources and making
effective use of available
resources. Manages own
learning, showing a desire
to keep learning and
improving.
Uses a range of networking
skills effectively within a
learning or professional
group. Seeks to address
conflict to establish
relationships which serve
the group needs.
Flexible self-presentation
and interpersonal skills
appropriate to the
individual’s aims and
setting(s).
Meets deadlines. Plans and
monitors progress to allow
sufficient time for
development of the work.
Identifies learning needs by
actively seeking out
feedback from a range of
sources and making use of
available resources.
Manages own learning,
showing a desire to keep
learning and improving.
Interacts within a learning
group, giving and
receiving information and
ideas and modifying
responses where
appropriate to contribute
to group aims.
Can adopt both a formal
and informal style and
uses basic interpersonal
skills appropriate to the
setting(s).
Makes plans and
implements them in a
satisfactory manner to
meet deadlines.
Shows independence in
planning learning,
identifying appropriate
learning resources, and
acting on feedback to keep
learning and improving
performance.
Meets obligations to
others (tutors and/or peers)
providing constructive
contributions to support
shared objectives.
Recognises and assesses
alternative options.
Can adopt both a formal
and informal style and
uses basic interpersonal
skills generally
appropriately but not
always matching the needs
of the situation.
Meets important
deadlines. Exhibits some
limited evidence of
planning.
Largely works
independently. Accesses
and uses a range of
learning resources,
feedback, and support to
try to keep learning and
improving performance.
Uses basic interactive
skills appropriately to
usefully contribute to the
group aims.
Shows awareness of
different styles of self-
presentation and is willing
to use them in different
situations but without
always matching the needs
of the situation.
Usually meets important
deadlines. Exhibits limited
evidence of planning.
Undertakes clearly
directed work
independently. Uses the
standard learning
resources and feedback to
try to keep learning and
improving performance.
In this assignment there
was either a tendency to
avoid working with
others or contributions to
this group activity were
not effective or
constructive.
Demonstrates some self-
awareness and/or
interpersonal skills but at
key moments the skills
deployed did not match
the needs of the situation.
Some deadlines met, but
most deadlines missed.
Extremely limited
evidence of effective
time management shown
here.
Demonstrates limited
ability to work
independently, needing
significant guidance on
methods and resources.
In this assignment there
was either a lack of
contributions to the
group or the
contributions made were
unconstructive and made
it harder for the group to
achieve their aims.
In this work self-
awareness and
appropriate interpersonal
skills were not matched
to the needs of the
situation.
Deadlines not or rarely
met. Not yet
demonstrating ability to
make and implement
plans.
Has not yet demonstrated
ability to work
independently; needs
continuous guidance on
methods and resources.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS continued
24. Reflection Confidently evaluates own
(including self- strengths and weaknesses
criticism / awareness) and the criteria by which
such judgements are made.
Starts to interrogate
received opinion, prejudices
and value sets operating.
25. Critical review (to Assesses/ evaluates the
be used in peer work of others convincingly
assessment) using a range of criteria
accurately and
appropriately. Provides a
persuasive rationale for
judgements and offers
specific insights into how
work could be developed.
79-70
Very good
Confidently evaluates own
strengths and weaknesses
and shows developing
understanding of the criteria
by which such judgements
are made. Prepared to
question received opinion,
prejudices and value sets
operating.
Assesses/ evaluates the
work of others using a
range of criteria accurately
and appropriately. Provides
a rationale for judgements
and offers specific insights
into how work could be
developed.
69-60
Good
Able to evaluate own
strengths and weaknesses
and shows understanding
of criteria for judgements.
Starts to question received
opinion, prejudices and
value sets operating.
Assesses/ evaluates the
work of others using a
range of existing criteria
appropriately, indicates
possible areas for
improvement.
59-50
Sound
Demonstrates an
understanding of the
criteria set by others.
Recognises own strengths
and weaknesses in relation
to these criteria. Does not
question received opinion.
Examines work of others
and identifies some
strengths and weaknesses
using existing criteria.
49-40
Satisfactory
Dependent on criteria set
by others. Begins to
recognise own strengths
and weaknesses in relation
to these criteria. Does not
question received opinion.
Comments in general
terms on the work of
others using prescribed
formats.
39-20
Fail
Partial awareness of
criteria set by others and
limited ability to evaluate
own strengths and
weaknesses in relation to
them.
Demonstrates limited
ability to make reasoned
comment on the work of
others.
19-0
Fail
Work does not apply
criteria set by others or
show recognition of own
strengths and
weaknesses. May result
in quite an inaccurate
view of the situation.
Has not yet demonstrated
ability to make reasoned
comment on the work of
others.
Level 4 CCCU Grading Criteria (July 2022)
CRITERION 100-80
Excellent
E. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCES
26. Work within a Develops specific,
framework of achievable objectives which
professional values / are achievable consistent
code of conduct with professional values
and/or code of conduct and
appropriate to the clientele.
27. Reflective practice Effectively analyses
personal practice and that of
others through reflection
and considers the rationale
behind these practices.
Demonstrates developing
awareness of potential
alternatives and their
implications for further
practice.
79-70
Very good
Develops objectives with
some creativity which are
consistent with professional
values and/or code of
conduct and appropriate to
the clientele.
Evaluates personal practice
and the practice of others
through reflection using
appropriate frames of
reference. Develops plans
of action in the light of
these considerations.
69-60
Good
Develops objectives which
are consistent with
professional values and/or
code of conduct and
appropriate to the
clientele.
Evaluates personal
practice and the practice of
others using appropriate
frames of reference.
Considers alternative
future actions.
59-50 49-40
Sound Satisfactory
Uses objectives which are Uses objectives which are
consistent with consistent with
professional values and/or professional values and/or
code of conduct and code of conduct but are set
generally appropriate to by the clientele. Shows
the clientele. limited consideration of
appropriateness and
practicability.
Evaluates own practice Interprets own practice and
and that of others using that of others based on
several frames of specific frames of
reference. Considers reference. Identifies some
future actions. further actions.
39-20 19-0
Fail Fail
Inadequate attempt made No attempt made here to
here to ascertain needs of ascertain needs of
clientele and develop a clientele and develop a
workable brief. Limited workable brief. Has not
use of professional worked within the
values and/or code of prescribed professional
conduct frameworks. values and/or code of
conduct framework.
Limited interpretation of Incomplete or inaccurate
own practice and that of interpretation of own
others here. As a result, practice and that of
appropriate future action others here. As a result,
planning is extremely not yet able to plan
limited. appropriate future
actions.