Embedded Enterprise at the University of Sheffield Jenny Moore Enterprise Learning Coordinator

In the beginning… Funded under HEIF2 and 3 (2004/2006, 2006/2008) Business in the Curriculum

Business in the Curriculum (now Embedded Enterprise) puts academic learning in a ‘real’ world context

Embedded Enterprise Requirements Engagement with employers Placing learning in context Transferable skills development Making links between knowledge and the ‘real world’ Professional behaviour Meeting expectations of employers Sustainability

Embedded Enterprise The way forward There is no one size fits all approach Just good practice There is no one size fits all approach Just good practice EE funding can be used to: Assist with teaching costs Develop new teaching techniques Assist with costs to students EE funding can be used to: Assist with teaching costs Develop new teaching techniques Assist with costs to students Enhance existing modules It’s easier! Enhance existing modules It’s easier! More modules! Value to staff and students More modules! Value to staff and students

Embedded Enterprise ‘This takes us a long way ahead of understanding real life work environments.’ ‘The project was really different to anything I have done before at University and was something that I felt applied to the real world.’ ‘I enjoyed working as a team and I enjoyed the sense of responsibility this module gave me.’ ‘I have learnt many skills that I can transfer into the workplace, when I run my own business.’ Student feedback

Embedded Enterprise ‘We academics need frequent injections of enthusiasm to give us a reason to come to work each day. This project does that for me – I like it and I like being involved.’ Academic feedback PLUS Research Opportunities

Making Ideas Happen (MIH) New 20-credit interdisciplinary module in enterprise and innovation Available in Semester 1 or Semester 2 Online delivery via VLE, supplemented by face-to-face support ‘Real world’ engagement with external organisations Open to students from any discipline – no prior enterprise experience needed Currently delivering to Levels 2 and 3 – also available at Masters level from Autumn 2011 Other subject-specific variants also being developed for particular cohorts, e.g. MSc Micro Brewing, external public sector

MIH: Assessment Individual portfolio – 50% weighting, submitted at the end of week 12: Compilation of weekly blog journal/skills audit Reflective report Summary skills statement – Identifying transferrable skills: Recognition Reflection Articulation Group project – Features: Interdisciplinary project groups Spring 2011: partnership with Sheffield City Council ‘Good Neighbours’ project Develop social enterprise ideas addressing one, any or all of the problem scenarios highlighted in a project brief – Components: ‘Pitch’ and written summary (20% weighting), presented in week 6 to a panel, including external judges Full business plan (30% weighting), submitted week 10

CAREER MANAGEMENT SKILLS MODULE (CMS 201)Level 2 Free Elective Module 2011/12  Available in semester 1 or semester 2  100% coursework assessed  Delivered through 11 x 2 hour interactive sessions  Demystifies the career decision making process  Not just 20 credits, but a pathway for the future! © UOS CMS Module Sept

WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM THIS?  An overview of the graduate employment market  An understanding of the options with your degree  Greater awareness of your skills and experience and how to enhance these  An insight into how people make career decisions  Advice on developing your CV and making applications  An awareness of your personality type and its impact on career decisions  Strategies for creative jobsearch e.g. finding work experience  Guidance on interview preparation and techniques © UOS CMS Module Sept YOUR OWN PERSONALISED CAREER ACTION PLAN!