Introduction to ARMPD

Applied Research Methods & Professional Development (ARMPD) is a module under the second year modules for the BSc. Business Information Technology degree program offered by the Staffordshire  University UK.

The Aim of the module is to practice and prepare the students to under take future projects which may include research, and highlight professional issues in the carrier ahead. Further to provide the students with the skills to communicate effectively and professionally.

As the learning out come of the module we should be able to reflect upon and demonstrate an understanding of professional issues covered in the module and carry out independent research to produce a portfolio report.

And to create and present a project proposal with an appropriate project plan, giving reasons for choice, method etc.

This blog is maintained to help to reflect on the things I've learn through out the module. Through out the module we learn a series of topics such as;

• Time Management
• Negotiations
• Self Awareness
• Career Planning & Application
• CVs & Interviews
• Ethics & Professional Conduct
• Research Methods
• Library & Learning Resources
• Fact Finding Techniques
• Project Management
• Methodology
• Risk Management