MQM3DCBC: Dissertation for MSc in Coaching and Behavioural Change
Module code: MQM3DCBC
Module provider: Leadership, Organisations and Behaviour; Henley Business School
Credits: 40
Level: Postgraduate Masters Stage 3
When you'll be taught: Semester 1 / 2
Module convenor: Dr Holly Andrews, email: h.andrews2@henley.ac.uk
Pre-requisite module(s):
Co-requisite module(s):
Pre-requisite or Co-requisite module(s):
Module(s) excluded:
Placement information: No placement specified
Academic year: 2024/5
Available to visiting students: No
Talis reading list:
Last updated: 28 May 2024
Overview
Module aims and purpose
The dissertation module forms a core component of Stage 3 of the MSc in Coaching for Behavioural Change and provides an opportunity for programme members to demonstrate their in-depth, critical understanding of a topic relevant to the MSc but chosen by them through the design, execution and reporting of an original piece of empirical research in the form of a Masters-level dissertation. The choice of topic may be motivated either by primarily practical or primarily theoretical concerns. The module includes a research methods teaching component and in addition requires submission of a written research proposal. Programme members will be supported by a supervisor whilst working on their dissertation.
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, it is expected that the student will be able to:
1. Academic Business Knowledge and Analytical Skills: Programme members will be able to demonstrate appropriate academic knowledge of the key concepts and theories within coaching and behaviour change
2. Academic Business Knowledge and Analytical Skills: Programme members will be able to apply relevant knowledge and analytical and critical thinking skills in a way that combines academic rigour with practical relevance
3. Academic Business Knowledge and Analytical Skills: Programme members will develop critical thinking skills in relation to analysis of a range of data
4. Personal Development: Programme Members will be able to demonstrate effective and clear communication skill
Module content
Introduction to research
The role and application of theory in research
The literature review process and the composition of a literature review
The nature and role of research design and methodology in research
Sources of data and data collection methods
Data analysis methods
Reporting research findings
Conducting research ethically
Structure
Teaching and learning methods
Tutor input
Demonstrations
Plenary and small group discussion
Dissertation supervision
Peer/tutor/supervisor feedback
Reading
Learning log
Study hours
At least 56 hours of scheduled teaching and learning activities will be delivered in person, with the remaining hours for scheduled and self-scheduled teaching and learning activities delivered either in person or online. You will receive further details about how these hours will be delivered before the start of the module.
Scheduled teaching and learning activities | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer |
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Lectures | |||
Seminars | 20 | 20 | 32 |
Tutorials | 2 | ||
Project Supervision | 13 | 13 | |
Demonstrations | |||
Practical classes and workshops | |||
Supervised time in studio / workshop | |||
Scheduled revision sessions | |||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Fieldwork | |||
External visits | |||
Work-based learning | |||
Self-scheduled teaching and learning activities | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer |
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Directed viewing of video materials/screencasts | |||
Participation in discussion boards/other discussions | |||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Other | |||
Other (details) | |||
Placement and study abroad | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer |
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Placement | |||
Study abroad | |||
Independent study hours | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Summer |
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Independent study hours | 90 | 110 | 100 |
Please note the independent study hours above are notional numbers of hours; each student will approach studying in different ways. We would advise you to reflect on your learning and the number of hours you are allocating to these tasks.
Semester 1 The hours in this column may include hours during the Christmas holiday period.
Semester 2 The hours in this column may include hours during the Easter holiday period.
Summer The hours in this column will take place during the summer holidays and may be at the start and/or end of the module.
Assessment
Requirements for a pass
Students need to achieve an overall module mark of 50% to pass this module.
Summative assessment
Type of assessment | Detail of assessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of assessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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Written coursework assignment | Dissertation | 100 | 10000 words | Submission deadlines are provided in your cohort schedule and can be found on Canvas |
Penalties for late submission of summative assessment
This module is subject to the Penalties for late submission for Postgraduate Flexible programmes policy, which can be found at:
The Module Convenor will apply the following penalties to work submitted late:
- where the piece of work is submitted up to one calendar month after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark;
- where the piece of work is submitted more than one calendar month after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Formative assessment
Formative assessment is any task or activity which creates feedback (or feedforward) for you about your learning, but which does not contribute towards your overall module mark.
Programme members are required to submit a formal, written proposal which must be approved. Following proposal approval, ethical approval must be obtained before they can proceed with the empirical phase of their project. Feedback on drafts of work will be provided by the dissertation supervisor. Feedback from peers and tutors.
Reassessment
Type of reassessment | Detail of reassessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of reassessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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Written coursework assignment | Dissertation | 100 | 10000 words | Date dependent on cohort entry and to be advised by the Programme Administrator |
Additional costs
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Computers and devices with a particular specification | ||
Printing and binding | ||
Required textbooks | ||
Specialist clothing, footwear, or headgear | ||
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Travel, accommodation, and subsistence |
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MODULE DESCRIPTION DOES NOT FORM ANY PART OF A STUDENT'S CONTRACT.