LUBS1086 – Exploring Your Potential

LUBS1086 – Exploring Your Potential

University of Leeds | Leeds University Business School

🎯 Course Overview

A foundational module designed to enhance first-year students’ employability through critical thinking, professional development, and engagement with university resources. Focuses on connecting academic learning with career readiness, including networking, CV building, and understanding employer expectations.

📅 Weekly Seminar Themes

  • Week 2: Professional and Academic Support – Introduction to university services (e.g., mentoring, careers advice).
  • Week 3: Critical Thinking Skills – Evaluating evidence and constructing arguments for employability.
  • Week 4: Employability Theory – Comparing models and linking theory to practical skills.
  • Week 5: Information Quality – Assessing sources for assignments and building persuasive arguments.
  • Week 6: Literature Searching – Workshop on academic research techniques.

📚 Key Resources

  • Pre-Seminar Learning (PSL) materials – Weekly readings and activities.
  • Module Padlet – Anonymous Q&A platform for student queries.
  • University Careers Service resources (SPARK, mentoring schemes).

📝 Assessment

  • 45% Report Assignment:
    “Critically evaluate the claim that work experience improves graduate employability.”
    – Structure: Introduction, two premises with evidence, objections, conclusion (2000 words).
    – Key Focus: Use scholarly sources from PSL and independent research (no AI allowed).
  • 45% Reflective Log:
    “Evaluate actions taken to develop employability through module activities.”
    – Sections: Professional connections, career research OR employability presentation (2000 words).
    – Key Focus: Reflection on Leaders in Residence events, Careers Service engagement.
  • 10% Seminar Participation:
    Group challenges (e.g., digital posters, argument-building tasks) and PSL quizzes.

💡 Tips for Success

  • Complete all PSL materials – Essential for assignments and seminar activities.
  • Engage with Careers Service early – Attend mentoring schemes and employer events.
  • Use the Padlet – Clarify doubts and learn from peer questions.