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Professional Development

Professional Development & Entrepreneurship

Assignment - Descriptive Essay

Task: Background

Coursework 1 - Organizational Analysis (Descriptive Essay)
Assessment Type: Organizational Profile Report

Learning Outcome
LO1 - Produce quality written work that manifests proficiency and good command of English
LO2 - Conduct research in relevant industries through formulated insights

Task
You are required to select one business organization operating in Oman (large, SME, start-up, entrepreneurial venture), preferably aligned with their field of study (fire safety, fire engineering, HSE, well engineering, facility management). No AI shortcuts — Get genuine assignment help from experienced, real tutors.
Prepare a 1000-word organizational profile report that develops foundational knowledge of the chosen organization.
Required Structure

Introduction
Background of the organization
Nature of its business
Justification for selecting this organization (especially if linked to your study field)
Thesis statement
Main Body
Organizational profile and brief history
Main products and services
Target market and customer groups
Supply chain or delivery model (adapted to the size/type of business)
Market positioning and key competitors
Operational environment in Oman

Observable challenges or opportunities
Conclusion
Summarize key insights gained
Reflect on how this knowledge will support innovation and product/process development in Coursework 2
References
Use reliable sources (academic, industry, observation, interviews, surveys)
Purpose

This Coursework 1 builds a knowledge base for Coursework 2. It ensures you understand how the organization operates, its market context, and its supply or delivery model, so you can later propose an innovative product or process idea.

Guidelines:
Do not include your name in the assignment as it will be submitted on Blackboard.
Include a title page with the title of the assignment.
The work must be written in sentences and paragraphs, formal English, in third person with appropriate references as it will be published in an academic journal.
Materials should be obtained from the University of Lancashire library and other academic sources.
Harvard style should be followed for Referencing and citations throughout the assignment.
Use your own judgement regarding headings. Be guided by the articles found in the University of Lancashire library.
The report should normally contain an introduction, 4 body paragraphs and a conclusion with appropriate sections explaining the details.
Use Microsoft Word for word processing.
Page setup margins normal. Use A4 paper size settings and use 1" margins all around, Leave the Gutter at 0 cm.
Body text
Font: Times New Roman
Font size: 12
Space: 1.5

Paragraph: Justified. Leave one blank line between paragraphs.

The pages should be numbered consecutively, starting from introduction page; however, the title page should not be numbered.
All symbols and abbreviations must be defined and used only when necessary.

The number of words must be shown at the end of the work submitted. The title page and contents page will not count; neither will the list of reference at the end of the work.

Length: 1000 words (±10%)

Assignment (Portfolio)

Task: Background

Coursework 2 -Portfolio

Learning Outcome 1: Produce quality written work that manifests proficiency and good command of English
Learning Outcome 2: Conduct research in relevant industries through formulated recommendations
Learning Outcome 3: Develop a business plan which consolidates the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation
Learning Outcome 4: Create a CV that shows knowledge and understanding of the employment process and individual career path

Task

Using the same organization studied in CW1, develop an ENTREPRENEURIAL PORTFOLIO that presents:

Part 1 - Innovation Development (Entrepreneurship & Innovation)
Briefly introduce the chosen organization
Identify a real business need, gap, or inefficiency
Propose one innovative idea:
A new product OR
A new process to improve delivery of existing products/services
Describe the innovation clearly (features, purpose, feasibility)
Justify its impact on the organization, such as:

Increased market share
Improved profit margins
Enhanced customer satisfaction
Stronger compliance or sustainability
Part 2 - Marketing & Business Application
Identify the target market
Explain how the product/process will be positioned in the organization
Propose a simple marketing plan, including:
Branding and packaging idea (if product)
Basic pricing logic
Promotion methods
Distribution inside the organization
Show how the innovation integrates into the supply chain or operational processes
Part 3 - Professional & Employability Section
Prepare a career development package that includes:
CV
A professional CV tailored to the chosen organization and position.
Highlight your academic background, relevant skills, experience, and career objectives.
Ensure formatting is clear, concise, and professional.
Letter of Interest
Draft a formal letter addressed to the chosen organization.
Express interest in one of its main positions (e.g., Safety Officer, Facility Engineer, HSE Consultant).
Connect your innovation project (product or process idea from CW2) to
the organization's needs, showing how your skills and ideas add value.
Use professional tone, correct formatting, and persuasive language.

Purpose
This portfolio demonstrates your ability to act as a small entrepreneur and innovator. It requires you to design a realistic product or process idea, justify its impact, and present yourself professionally as a potential supplier or innovator.

Additions:
Students must propose either a new product OR a new process.
Must justify impact (market share, profit, customer satisfaction, compliance, sustainability).
Industry Relevance criterion rewards alignment with student's study field.

Guidelines:
Do not include your name in the assignment as it will be submitted on Blackboard.
Include a title page with the title of the assignment.

The work must be written in sentences and paragraphs, formal English, in third person with appropriate references as it will be published in an academic journal.
Materials should be obtained from the University of Lancashire library and other academic sources.
Harvard style should be followed for Referencing and citations throughout the assignment.
Use your own judgement regarding headings. Be guided by the articles found in the UCLan library.
The report should normally contain an introduction, 4 body paragraphs and a conclusion with appropriate sections explaining the details.
Use Microsoft Word for word processing.