Reflective Writing Assessment 1

In this assignment you are asked to do two tasks. Structure your assessment in report format with clear headings for each section. Include the following sections:

• Table of contents
• Introduction
• Attainment of graduate attributes
• Critical reflection on gaps in skills and knowledge
• Conclusion
• References
• Appendix

1. Complete Table 1 below using the units (at least 3) you have previously studied at SCU (500 words). You must provide evidence for all graduate attributes covered in your university studies so far. In this table, do not refer to units you are currently enrolled in.  Do not leave any section blank. In the 'My skill level' section, rate your current skill level from the following categories:  Novice, Advanced Beginner, Capable, Proficient or Expert. 

In your Appendix, you must include copies of the Graduate Attribute and Learning Outcomes tables from the Unit Information Guides (UIG) or SCU website for your three completed units. 

Table 1: Graduate attributes developed

1. Critically reflect on your gaps in skills or knowledge associated with the graduate attributes (listed in Table 1). Discuss how you can develop your knowledge and skills to address these gaps through activities you plan to undertake outside of your university study. In your answer, also consider the impact that your approach to learning has on your plans to address your skills and knowledge development (300 words). You must include at least 2 scholarly references (refereed journals, book chapters and reputable organisation websites) in this section.
2. Appendix. Include copies of the Graduate Attributes and Learning Outcomes tables for the three completed units discussed in this assessment.

1. Introduction

In the current internationalised scenario students are viewed as consumers and products of higher education institutions (Mason O’Connor, Lynch & Owen 2011).  Encompassing the human capital theory into education, there is a strong association between educational output, workforce competitiveness and economic prosperity. This has given rise to the need for moulding students to become a multi-dimensional citizen rather than a potential worker. Higher education institutions have created a set of attributes that are considered to be outcomes of student experiences through university learnings. Graduate attributes are defined as 'qualities, skills and understandings' that students develop through their higher education and make them 'agents of social good' with contributions to their profession and society (Barrie 2004). This report reflects how I attained the set graduate attributes as a part of my under graduation in business with Southern Cross University (SCU). As a part of this reflection, I have identified gaps in my skills and action plans to improve those.

2. Attainment of Graduate Attributes

Out of the units covered as a part of under graduation, three units – Communication in Organisations (COM00207), Managing Organisations (MNG10247) and Economics for Decision Making (ECO10250) gave me ample experience in enhancing my skills. The following table lists out my experiences in attaining a specific graduate attribute and my present skill level.

Table 1: Attainment of Graduate Attributes