ULMS Electronic Module Catalogue |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | DEVELOPING AS A HORSERACING INDUSTRIES EXECUTIVE | ||
Code | ULMS605 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr N Coster Strategy, IB and Entrepreneurship Neil.Coster@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 10 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
28 |
28 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 72 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 100 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Individual Interview There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 2 | 15 | 25 | ||||
Written Reflection of Interview There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 2 | 0 | 25 | ||||
Personal Development Plan There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 2 | 0 | 50 |
Aims |
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This module aims to: Provide students with an understanding of the skills and capabilities needed to be an effective and competent executive in the thoroughbred horseracing industry; Enable students to critically reflect on their own skills and knowledge in this area; Develop communication skills to assist in crisis management situations; Prepare students for senior management and leadership roles within the horseracing industry; Provide an appreciation of the range of opportunities that exist to develop the students' careers, both within and outside of the horseracing industry. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate a high level of self-awareness. |
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(LO2) Develop the ability to reflect on a range of sources of feedback in order to improve practice and personal effectiveness. |
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(LO3) Develop the key skills and capabilities required to be a competent executive within the thoroughbred horseracing industries. |
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(LO4) Understand the differences between and the context of leadership and management in sports businesses and reflect on own development needs in this area. |
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(LO5) Develop an awareness of organisational behaviour and its implications for management and leadership of individuals and groups. |
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(S1) Career management. Students will produce a personal development plan, engage in discussions with industry experts and the ULMS Careers Advisor. |
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(S2) Critical reflection. Students will reflect on feedback from diagnostics and a range of other sources. |
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(S3) Networking. Students will interact with a range of sector specialists. |
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(S4) Communication skills. Students will undertake media interview training. |
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(S5) IT skills. Developed through preparation for assessed coursework. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Hybrid delivery, with social distancing on campus. Interactive lectures x 28 hours |
Syllabus |
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Thoroughbred horseracing industry operations; Scope of sector including charitable activities; Career management skills; Building and expanding professional networks; Leadership and management development; Reflective practice. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |