Module: Coaching and Mentoring

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Coaching and Mentoring
Module Code	HR5102
School	DCUBS
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Janine Bosak Semester 2: Janine Bosak Autumn: Janine Bosak
Module Teachers	Cyril Kirwan Janine Bosak John McMackin
NFQ level	9	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

None
The reassessment will include the three components of the above described continous assessment for this module.

Description

This course will provide you with an overview of the principles and practices of business coaching and mentoring in organizations. You will gain a basic knowledge of the coaching process, including how to create the coaching relationship, engage in coaching conversations, and learn to use questioning techniques and coaching tools in the coaching process. You will also develop a critical awareness and understanding of the potential and limitations of coaching and mentoring models, frameworks and associated theories. Particular emphasis will be placed on the systemic approach of business coaching and consulting. Finally, the module requires you to reflect critically on theory and practice from an ethical and professional standpoint and it provides you with opportunities for applied learning and continued professional development.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate and apply an informed and critical understanding of theories and concepts informing the design and use of coaching
2. Select and apply appropriate coaching processes and techniques matched to context
3. Design and implement organization-based coaching strategies
4. Act ethically and professionally in coaching and demonstrate a commitment to continuous personal and professional development
5. Differentiate between coaching and mentoring, and demonstrate an understanding of the role of mentors in the modern workplace

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	22	Weekly lecture
Independent Study	40	Reading and Learning Logs
Assignment Completion	63	Preparation of Individual Assignment
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Reflective journal	Individual Reflection/Learning Log on Peer-to-Peer Coaching session	20%	n/a
Assignment	Individual Assignment	80%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Peltier, Bruce: 2010, The Psychology of Executive Coaching: Theory and Application., New York: Taylor & Francis Group.,
Tomaschek, N.: 2006, Systemic Coaching: A Target-Oriented Approach to Consulting., Heidelberg: Carl-Auer Verlag.,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

MHR	MSc in Leadership and People Strategies
SMPB	Single Module Programme (Business)

Date of Last Revision

09-JAN-12

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