KI Assessment 3 Information Subject Code: Subject Name: Assessment Title: Assessment Type: Word Count: Weighting: Total Marks: Submission: Due Date: MBA401 People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership Reflective Practice and Lifelong Learning Part A: In Class Activity (Week 11): 15% Part B: Reflective Essay: 25% 1500 Words 40 % 40 Part A: In-Class Activity MyKBS Part B: MyKBS (Turnitin) (+/-10%) Week 11 In Class and Week 13 Submission Your Task Part A: The objective of the in-class group activity is for students to engage in a collaborative exploration of people, culture and contemporary leadership to create insightful discussions and reflections on the topic. Part B: The summative reflective assessment will evaluate students' depth of learning, development of knowledge and critical thinking skills regarding people culture and contemporary leadership. Assessment Description Concepts of contemporary leadership have been discussed through the trimester and this assessment aims to challenge your thinking into action. Ibarra (2015) argues "...thinking and introspection should follow action and experimentation-not vice versa. New experiences not only change how you think-your perspective on what is important and worth doing-but also change who you become." This assessment challenges you to reflect on activities, feedback and tasks you have covered through the trimester to discuss what you have discovered about your own leadership potential. If we take into account Ibarra's perspective, leadership is about new experiences, how they drive action and change, then you can reflect and think after the new experience. Assuming MBA401 is more than learning the theory and concepts, but also the opportunity to experience different activities, strategies to collaborate and developing your own skills, therefore giving you a chance to grow and build confidence. Your task is a self-analysis to reflect and critically analyse how you have seen your own growth during the trimester by exploring the activities, assessments and feedback we have completed, reflect on your behaviour (did the activity take you out of your comfort zone or challenge you in some way) and discuss how this can be applied to explain how you can 'act like a leader' and therefore increase your future employment opportunities. To do this will require you to support your assumptions by exploring theory and concepts we have covered over the trimester. Ibarra, H 2015, Act like a leader, think like a leader, Harvard Business Review Press, Boston. Page 1 Kaplan Business School Assessment Outline 2023 K Assessment Instructions Part A: The Week 11 group activity requires students to collaborate, explore and discuss people culture and contemporary leadership topics. The aim is to reflect on your own learnings from the concepts discussed throughout the trimester, engage in collaborative conversations, and generate insights for further analysis and discussion. The process will include reflecting on the students' own work and feedback from previous assessments. Completing a self-assessment and a peer assessment of each group member based on their involvement in the group activity considering one's ability to act as a potential leader and their role as a follower in the collaboration session. Part B: Students will individually write a 1500-word reflective essay to show the depth of learning, development of knowledge and critical thinking skills regarding people culture and contemporary leadership. Write a reflective essay that addresses the following prompts: 1. Introduction: a. Set the context with a summary of your background and experiences before completing MBA401. b. State your objectives and expectations for this reflective assessment. 2. Learning Experience: a. Reflect on your MBA401 journey and the various experiences explaining how they have shaped your growth and developing leadership skills. b. Identify specific workshops and activities that have influenced your perspective. c. Discuss how these experiences have challenged or reinforced your preconceived notions about people, culture and contemporary leadership. 3. Key Concepts and Theories: a. Select three key concepts or theories related to people, culture and contemporary leadership that are most relevant and impactful. b. Describe each concept or theory in detail, providing examples or illustrations to support your explanations. 4. Conclusion: a. Summarise the key points in your reflective essay and reiterate the significance of increased self-awareness and how this can improve your leadership skills. Please refer to the marking criteria to ensure you cover all the assessment requirements. . Do not use Al to write your reflective essay. The essay must have KBS Harvard referencing, including in-text. While a lack of in-text citations may only appear to lose five (5) marks on the rubric, it will reduce student marks for other assessment sections. Students will submit their essays through MyKBS (Turnitin). Page 2 Kaplan Business School Assessment Outline 2023 K 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? The answers to these questions can be accessed at https://www.kbs.edu.au/about-us/school-policies. Length Limits for Assessments Penalties may be applied for assessment submissions that exceed prescribed limits. 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. Further details can be accessed at https://elearning.kbs.edu.au/course/view.php?id=1481 Page 3 Kaplan Business School Assessment Outline 2023 K Assessment Marking Guide Criteria In-Class (15 Marks) Depth and Coherence of Reflective Experiences (10 Marks) Integration of Key Concepts and Theories with Examples (10 Marks) Writing and Referencing (5 Marks) HD (High Distinction) 85%- 100% The student actively collaborated, contributing substantively to the discussion and demonstrating effective teamwork. The reflections demonstrate exceptional depth and coherence, displaying profound knowledge of People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership Reflective essay effectively integrates and applies relevant key concepts and theories, providing an in- depth critical analysis. The assessment is an excellent use of relevant and appropriate sources of literature. Correct referencing throughout. The assessment contains perfect grammar and spelling. D (Distinction) 75%-84% The student generally CR (Credit) 65%- 74% The student partially discussion and teamwork. collaborated, contributing to collaborated, with some the discussion and demonstrating sound teamwork. The reflections demonstrate good depth and coherence, showcasing a solid knowledge of People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership Reflective essay integrates and applies relevant key concepts and theories, providing a critical analysis. Very good use of relevant and appropriate sources of literature. Correct referencing and good grammar and spelling. The reflections demonstrate satisfactory depth and coherence, indicating a basic knowledge of People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership Reflective essay partially integrates and applies relevant key concepts and theories, good analysis. Good use of relevant and appropriate sources of literature. Good referencing standard. P (Pass) 50%- 64% The student had limited collaboration, resulting in minimal contributions to the discussion and limited teamwork. The reflections superficially discuss some experiences showing a limited knowledge of People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership Reflective essay minimally integrates and applies relevant key concepts and theories, resulting in a limited analysis. Good use of relevant sources of literature. Mostly correct referencing. Some grammar and spelling errors. F (Fail) 0%-49% The student did not collaborate, resulting in minimal contributions to the discussion and a lack of teamwork. The reflection is incomplete, with disconnected segments of information. Reflective essay fails to integrate and apply relevant key concepts and theories, resulting in a lack of analysis. Few, if any, literature sources included and poor referencing. Poor spelling and grammar Page 4 Kaplan Business School Assessment Outline 2023