Assignment Title: Research Culture Audit Viva Voce

Purpose of the Assessment -

The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate that you have been able to identify and apply appropriate frameworks to prepare an audit of the organisational culture towards research informed decision-making and management.

Assessment Task

You will need to present your research culture audit findings in a short report.  In the viva voce you will be questioned on, and need to defend, the approach taken to the audit as well as your findings. This viva voce may last up to 30 minutes.

The Viva will be by SKYPE or in person and there will be two examiners including the module tutor.

Assessment Learning Outcomes -

The learning outcomes being addressed through this assignment are:

Knowledge and Understanding

• Critically examine approaches to leadership and management in the context of the planning and implementation of research-informed practice.

Subject specific skills

• Conduct an extensive audit of the research culture within an organisation;
• Critically explore issues surrounding leadership and management strategies in the context of the planning and implementation of research-informed practice;

Key Skills 

• Learn to develop and express tangible and intangible Key Performance Indicators
• Communicate the results of audit and implementation plan effectively to professional colleagues.

Please find the class material in the below link:

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/sfuomvwakc44r0e/AAC05qCGwCldbLJk2oPw6R0qa?dl=0