Specialist Certificate in Research Practice (HASS) (SC-RPHASS) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this course students should have:

• Enhanced capacity to apply theory to practice in a relevant context;
• Developed skills in conducting effective and timely research, analysis and reporting in an organisational context;
• Gained significant insight into the complexities of professional decision making and management;
• The ability to apply relevant research methodologies rigorously and appropriately;
• Acquired knowledge of the conditions, cultures and practices of a workplace;
• Gained practical vocational experience in an industry setting;
• An understanding of the value of industry and professional networks and their importance to self-reliance, lifelong learning and career progression;
• The ability to demonstrate and critically reflect upon key professional attributes sought by employers (such as communication and interpersonal skills, project management skills, teamwork and initiative).

Generic skills

• Flexibility, adaptability, time management and organisational skills as a result of their participation in the workplace;
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional workplace and to work with and interact with a wide range of people inside and outside their host organisations, including working in teams;
• Understanding of organisational culture and ethics, safe work practices, and the diversity of workplaces;
• Analytical, problem-solving, research, and report-writing skills;
• Ability to manage and plan work;
• Capacity for initiative and enterprise;
• Capacity for lifelong learning, self-reliance and professional development.