Approach to coursework

Before you start
Assessment by coursework is not just about the actual writing of an
assignment, and it’s certainly not about writing down everything you know
about a topic. The secret to writing a successful assignment is to remember
that this is a work-based assignment that should show that you have an
enhanced understanding of a topic and are able to apply this to real-life
business situations. As such, the main purpose is to show that you can
deconstruct the question being asked, plan a coherent structure for your
answer, conduct the necessary research and produce an assignment that you
would be happy to give to senior management within your company.
Following are some hints and tips to help you take the right approach to your
coursework assignments.
Make sure you have read and understood all current information on coursework
available on RevisionMate, in particular:
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Within the course info section – ‘Coursework assessment guidelines and
instructions’ and the FAQs available under ‘Questions?’
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Within the assignment centre – ‘CII specimen coursework assignment and
answer’.
Approach to assignments
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Planning your assignment
You should spend as much time planning your answer as you do actually
writing it up.
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Read the question carefully. Start by deconstructing it to identify the various
components:
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How many component parts does the question contain?
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To what depth should each component be explored in your answer? A
key indicator of depth is the verb used, i.e. what is the question actually
asking you to
do
? For example, if you were asked to ‘briefly explain’
something you would include concise content on this as opposed to
being asked to ‘analyse’ something which indicates that you must
examine this particular aspect in depth.
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Establish where the relevant material relating to this question is in the CII
study text. Read and understand this and make careful notes on material
you will be using in your answer.
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Select your case study organisation(s) with care (if required in the question). Is
current and relevant information readily available from public sources?
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Identify credible and current sources to consult, remembering that these will be
included in your reference list. Think quality not quantity. It is far better to have
fewer, but credible and current sources in your reference list…
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The study text includes a number of good sources. If you are a member of
the CII, you will also have access to all the sources contained in the CII’s
Knowledge service site
http://www.cii.co.uk/knowledge
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You may find it helpful to discuss your approach to your answer with
your line manager. They may also be able to assist you with guidance
regarding credible and current sources.

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