Module: Psychometrics & Analytics

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Psychometrics & Analytics
Module Code	HR5125 (ITS) / MNA1070 (Banner)
Faculty	DCU Business School	School	DCU Business School
Module Co-ordinator	Janine Bosak
Module Teachers	Lisa Van Der Werff, Niamh Daly
NFQ level	9	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

Coursework Only

Description

This module has two key aims. First, it is designed to develop understanding and skill in the administration, use and application of psychometric testing in the workplace. The module is also designed to support the development of analytic skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis with the view to supporting dissertation completion for HR517.

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop an understanding of the application of psychometric testing in the workplace
2. Develop skills in administering and providing feedback on psychometric testing of cognitive ability and aptitude in the workplace
3. Apply research methods knowledge to the analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative data

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Workshop	9	3 x Analytics workshops
Workshop	16	2 day TUA workshop in psychometrics
Independent Study	10	Pre TUA workshop preparation
Independent Study	60	Completion of Psychometric Testing Professional Portfolio
Independent Study	20	Reading and Preparation for Analytics Workshops
Assignment Completion	10	Completion and submission of analysis plan
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

Test User Ability accreditation workshop
Attendance and participation in TUA training

Qualitative Analysis Workshop
Skills based workshop designed to support qualitative analysis for dissertation research

Quantitative Analysis Workshop
Skills based workshop designed to support quantitative analysis for dissertation research

Dissertation Workshop
Interactive, discussion based workshop designed to support dissertation write up and completion

Analysis Plan
Completion of a one page plan for dissertation analysis

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Professional Portfolio	Completion of professional portfolio required for BPS TUA accreditation in psychometric testing	0%	Sem 2 End
Assignment	Submission of a one page dissertation analysis plan based on participation in two or more analytics workshops designed to support dissertation analysis and completion	0%	Sem 2 End
Participation	n/a	100%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None