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Second term
Both terms
Not organised
This year
Next year
Alternating years
External
Prerequisites
Identical courses
Cannot be taken as part of an examination contractAims
Upon completion of the course, the student the student is able to:
- Recognize the significance of soft skills for personal and professional success.
- Apply the skills needed to structure effective presentations, craft compelling narratives, and manage presentation-related anxiety.
- Demonstrate how to tailor content for diverse audiences and effectively handle questions and feedback.
- Demonstrate the art of non-verbal communication, including body language and gestures, to project confidence.Appluskills in teamwork, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive team culture.
- Apply technology for impactful presentations and develop virtual communication skills.
- Develop personal brand, refine professional etiquette, and enhance networking skills.
- Demonstrate proficiency in crafting academic papers, business correspondence, and clear research documentation.
- Conduct effective research, evaluate sources, and maintain academic integrity.
- Demonstrate proficiency in creating clear project documentation, writing persuasive proposals, and effective written communication.
Previous knowledge
There is no specific previous knowledge required for this course.
Is included in these courses of study
- Courses for Exchange Students Faculty of Economics and Business (Leuven)
- Master in de accountancy en het revisoraat (programma voor studenten gestart in de master in 2024-2025 of later, en voor studenten gestart in de master en/of het schakel- of voorbereidingsprogramma vóór 2024-2025 indien zij hiervoor kiezen) (Leuven) 60 ects.
Activities
3 ects. Business Lab (B-KUL-D0Q65a)
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- Self-Awareness : Understanding who I am, recognizing my strengths, identifying areas for development, acknowledging my core values, and determining what energizes me.
- Job Application Skills : Crafting a professional resume and cover letter, honing interview skills, engaging effectively in assessment center role plays, and negotiating compensation and benefits packages.
- Persuasive Communication : Strategies for convincing others of an idea, project, or viewpoint.
- Professional Presentation Skills : Preparing and delivering effective presentations and managing the logistics of presentation delivery.
- Conducting Effective One-on-One Discussions : Approaches for successful one-on-one meetings, including appraisal discussions.
- Meeting Management: Techniques for conducting effective and productive meetings.
- Interpersonal Skills for Diverse and Challenging Work Environments : Strategies for collaborating with individuals of varying and challenging personality types
Course material
The material provided on Toledo (slides, articles, exercises) is the principal study material, as well as the notes taken during the lectures.
Evaluation
Evaluation: Business Lab (B-KUL-D2Q65a)
Explanation
Features of the evaluation
The evaluation consists of a presentation and individual assignments. Every person will present at least once. The schedule of the presentations and assignments will be determined by the lecturer and communicated via Toledo.
Determination of final grades
The grades are determined by the lecturer, in line with the examination regulations and as communicated via Toledo.
The result is calculated and expressed as a whole number out of 20.
The final grade is a weighted score that is determined as follows:
The final grade of the student is the weighted combination for the score in the presentation(s) (70%) and the average score of the assignments(30%).
If the student does not participate in one of the partial evaluations, or if the set deadline for the assignments was not respected, the final grade of the course will be NA (not attended) for the whole course. Only when motivated by grave circumstance a new deadline can be arranged or the missed partial evaluation can be made up.
Information about retaking exams
The features of the evaluation and determination of grades differ between the first and second examination opportunity, as described in the tab 'Explanation'. Due to the nature of the assignments, the grade attained at the first examination opportunity for this part will be transferred to the second examination opportunity.