BUSN XXXXXXXXXXAssessment 3 Guide
ASSESSMENT GUIDE
BUSN304: Working with Diversity and Conflict, Semester 1, 2021
Assessment 3
Assessment Artefact: Portfolio and reflection
Weighting 40%
Why this assessment?
What are the types of employability skills that I will acquire upon completion of this
assessment?
Assessment Overview:
Over the course of the semester, undertake self -assessments to improve self -awareness. In a portfolio, provide
your assessments as well as an evaluation of each activity . At the end of your portfolio, provide a ref lection that
explores how your self -assessments have enabled you to understand your previous organisational conf l ict.
Due date: TBA
Weighting: 40% (100 marks)
Length and/or format: 1700-word portfolio and ref lection
Learning outcomes assessed LO3, LO4
Graduate attributes assessed GA1, GA4, GA5
How to submit: PDF or MS Word document uploaded to Turnitin, via LEO
Return of assignment: n/a
Assessment criteria: Ru
ic, see end of document
• Opportunity to apply theory into practice
• Exposure to real-life scenario
• Opportunity to ref lect on learning
• Chance to develop ref lective writing
Skill Type
Developed critical and analytical thinking ☒
Developed ability to solve complex problems ☒
Developed ability to work ef fectively with others ☐
Developed conf idence to learn independently ☒
Developed written communication skills ☒
Developed spoken communication skills ☐
Developed knowledge in the f ield study ☐
Developed work-related knowledge and skills ☒
Developed ef fective research skills ☒
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Instructions
Each week, self -assessment and self -awareness activities are provided via LEO. Complete these over the course
of the semester to develop an understanding of self . Stay on track of this work so you are not overwhelmed at the
end.
Section A: Portfolio of self-assessment
In a portfolio format, provide your self -assessment activity results (copied text, screenshot or image with appropriate
citation). No word count is associated with this component.
Section B: Self-reflection
Provide a ref lection that elaborates your strengths and weaknesses in dealing with conf lict and diversity in
organizational contexts, based on your learnings f rom the tools. Draw on theory to back up ideas. This should be
approximately 700 words. Use paragraphs, formal language, and research. You may use f irst person.
Section C: Conflict reflection
Provide a ref lection that identif ies a previous conf lict scenario you have experienced at work (or university) and
critique your interactions in this scenario using the new information gained f rom your self -assessment and strengths
and weaknesses clarif ication. In this section, you should also provide some directions for your future conf lict
management, based on your understanding of strengths, weaknesses, and conf lict management approaches. This
ef lection should be sophisticated and processional, containing high-level thinking and research. Draw on
knowledge of self -assessment, diversity, and conf lict.
The style of writing is formal, but ref lective, so may draw on f irst person voice. Aim to draw on evidence to back up
opinions and experiences.
For higher marks, ensure you draw on at least 5 recent (within about 5 years) high quality (peer-reviewed journals)
esearch in addition to any the self -assessment activities, and any other industry or government resources. Aside
f rom the self -assessment tools, a minimum of 10 total references is recommended.
Structure
1. Cover page
2. Table of contents
3. Self -assessment
4. Strengths and weaknesses ref lection
a. Brief introduction
. Strengths and weaknesses
c. Brief conclusion
5. Conf lict ref lection
a. Brief introduction
. Evaluate the conf lict scenario, given your new understandings
c. Conclusion summing up your key learnings
6. Reference list
The word count excludes the title page, executive summary, table of contents, f igure labels, and references.
Everything else is included in the word limit. Note that exceeding the word count beyond the accepted limit (170
words maximum), is liable for penalties. For every 170 words over 1870 (word limit + 10%) the paper will lose 5
marks. This is in line with the word count penalty identify in the unit outline.
How do I submit?
Submit your f inal assignment as a Microsof t Word document or PDF to the Assessment Task 3 Turnitin submission
link found in the Assessment tile on LEO.
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Checklist for students to submit along with their assignment
My submitted assignment is within the specif ied word limit ☐
I have included the co
ect number of appropriate references ☐
I have co
ectly cited all my sources and references ☐
I have formatted my assignment as per the specif ications ☐
I have checked my Turnitin report to ensure the similarity report is acceptable and explainable ☐
I will be able to supply the process output, if required by my lecturer to prove this my own work (e.g screen
dump of my search and retrieval of journal articles, etc.)
☐
I have completed proof reading and checked for spelling and grammar ☐
I have submitted my work before the due date/time ☐
Some Helpful Websites and Resources
The BUSN304 LEO is the best place to start when looking for help on your assignment. The concept books, readings
and extra resources should provide plenty of understanding to develop your work.
Who can help me?
• Studiosity
• Academic skills Unit (ASU)
• Your lecturer, Felix Orole
I’m having problems
Apply for an extension (must normally be submitted at least 24 hours prior to the due date)
An extension is considered for students who have person circumstances or temporary illness that signif icantly
hamper(s) their participation or performance in an assessment task. Appropriate evidence and documentation need
to be provided along with the EX form.
• EX form
Apply for a special consideration (up to 5 working days af ter the relevant due date)
A special consideration application is considered when your participation in an assessment task or other assessable
activity has been signif icantly hampered by exception and unforeseen circumstances beyond your control and
where other processes are not applicable or are no longer possible because of the timing and/or severity of the
circumstances. Appropriate evidence and documentation need to be provided along with the SC form.
• SC Form
To apply for either extension or special consideration, contact your lecturer via email ( XXXXXXXXXX) and
provide a copy of your f illed out form and your supporting evidence.
Referencing
All referencing should be in ACU Harvard style; however if you are coming f rom another faculty, you may choose
to use your usual referencing style. If this is the case you must indicate at the top of your reference list what
eferencing style you are using (e.g. APA, MLA, Chicago, etc).
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Please ensure your assignment makes use of in-text citations and a reference list. Missing citations or references
is equivalent to plagiarism.
Criteria
The full criteria are compiled in a ru
ic, which can be found on the following page/s.
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Ru
ic for Assessment 3 (40%, 100 marks)
Relevant
LO/GAs
Criterion Does not meet
expectations
Meets expectations Exceeds expectations
NN (0-49%) PA (50-64%) CR (65-74%) DI (75-84%) HD XXXXXXXXXX%)
GA5
LO4
Weight =30%
TL= 5
Learning
Stage: D
Evaluation of
self-attitude,
ehaviour, and
personality
traits in light of
diversity and
inclusion
theories.
30 marks
Poor self-analysis using
of tools with no theoretical
eflection.
Poor evaluation of self-
attitude, behaviour, and
personality traits.
General self-analysis:
tools used appropriately.
Provides a basic
evaluation of self-attitude,
ehaviour, and
personality traits.
May not clearly identify
oth strengths and
weaknesses.
Good self-analysis: some
tools used critically.
Provides a thoughtful
evaluation of self-attitude,
ehaviour, and personality
traits identifying strengths
and weaknesses.
May draw on some
appropriate theoretical
evidence for support.
Very good self-analysis:
most tools used critically.
Provides a clear,
coherent and thoughtful
evaluation of self-
attitude, behaviour, and
personality traits,
demonstrating insights
into strengths and
weaknesses.
Incorporates appropriate
theoretical evidence.
Outstanding self-
analysis: all tools used
accurately and critically.
Provides a clear,
coherent and thoughtful
evaluation of self-
attitude, behaviour, and
personality traits
demonstrating expert
insights into strengths
and weaknesses.
Incorporates theoretical
eflections.
GA4
LO4
Weight = 10%
TL= 3
Learning
Stage: D
Explain/descri
e conflict in
the context of
personal
assessment
10 marks
Paper provides vague
explanations of key
concepts. There is little or
no evidence from the
literature given in support
of the
description/explanations
Paper demonstrates a
asic understanding of
key concept.
There is some general
evidence from the
literature given in support
of the description/
explanations, there may
e issues of accuracy
and/or relevance
Paper demonstrates some
understanding of key
concepts with an accurate
definition of conflict; some
support from appropriate
theoretical evidence,
though may have some
e
or
Paper demonstrates
understanding of key
concepts with an
accurate and coherent
definition of conflict,
mostly well supported by
appropriate theoretical
evidence, but may not
e integrated well
Paper demonstrates full
understanding of key
concepts with an entirely
co
ect and coherent
definition of conflict, well
supported by appropriate
theoretical evidence, and
integrates this with the
paper.
GA1
LO3
Weight = 30%
TL= 6
Learning
Stage: A
Critical
evaluation
and/or
eflection of
conflict and
conflict