COMMGMT 1002 - Developing and Demonstrating a Reflexive Selling Mindset
North Terrace Campus - Winter - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code COMMGMT 1002 Course Developing and Demonstrating a Reflexive Selling Mindset Coordinating Unit Management Term Winter Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Assessment Workshop participation, Midterm test, Essay, Group report, Group Presentation Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Ankit Agarwal
Course Coordinator/Lecturer: Dr Ankit Agarwal
Nexus 10, office 10.42 on level 10
Email: ankit.agarwal@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: +61883134438
For consultation, please email and I shall ensure to work around your availability so we address your queries promptly.Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to develop students’ understanding of the nature and purpose of reflexivity that fosters a spirit of critical inquiry and the pursuit of personal development and lifelong learning.
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate active listening techniques to constructively create personal and social connections and rapport, leading to long-term customer relationships and future business.
Apply theoretical understanding of concepts and tools that support sales management in organisations and demonstrate awareness of the power of "YES" when selling using sales techniques.
Demonstrate practical knowledge of management of a sales process.
Demonstrate knowledge of handling/overcoming objections and understanding of professional ethical processes in customer relationships.
Manage interdisciplinary teams and balance internal and external business relationships.
Demonstrate ability to set effective goals and manage realistic and data-driven business expectations.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,3,4,5,6 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,4,5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1,2,5,6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,4,5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
4,5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1,6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Ziglar, Z. (2003). Selling 101: What Every Successful Sales Professional Needs to Know.
The text equips readers with fundamental sales techniques and principles essential for developing a reflexive selling mindset and achieving long-term success in the field. Ziglar underscores the significance of cultivating a positive, adaptable mental approach, forging and sustaining strong customer relationships through empathetic communication, and continually honing one's skills. The book provides strategies for adeptly handling objections, closing sales through a consultative approach, and engaging in ongoing self-improvement - all while upholding the highest ethical standards. It is renowned for its practical guidance on goal setting, prospecting, and polishing presentation abilities - key components of a reflexive selling mindset that enable sales professionals to confidently navigate diverse customer needs and evolving market dynamics. Whether novice or seasoned, sales professionals seeking to optimize their mindset and approach will find this text an invaluable resource, empowering them to deliver superior customer experiences and drive sustainable success.
Recommended Resources
The following are some additional readings that would help students further develop their ideas on how we are constantly selling (not just products or services but us as individuals) without realising it. The focus is on being aware and reflecting on how we are in "sales" mode most of the time.
Ariely, D. (2010). Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions.
Bayan, R. (2006). Words that Sell: More than 6000 Entries to Help You Promote Your Products, Services, and Ideas.
Bettger, F. (1992). How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling.
Brown, B. (2018). Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
Burg, B. (2015). The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea.
Calvert, D. (2013). DISCOVER Questions Get You Connected: for professional sellers.
Cialdini, R. (1984). Influence: Science and Practice 5th Edition.
Dweck, C.S. (2007). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.
Gitomer, J. (2004). The Little Red Book of Selling: 12.5 Principles of Sales Greatness.
Hanible, T.M. & Millner, D. (2019). The Warrior Code: 11 Principles to Unleash the Badass Inside of You.
Hoffeld, D. (2016). The Science of Selling: Proven Strategies to Make Your Pitch, Influence Decisions, and Close the Deal.
Iannarino, A. (2016). The Only Sales Guide You'll Ever Need.
Konrath, J. (2015). Agile Selling: Get Up to Speed Quickly in Today's Ever-Changing Sales World.
Konrath, J. (2016). More Sales, Less Time: Surprisingly Simple Strategies for Today's Crazy-Busy Sellers.
Levitin, S. (2017). Heart and Sell: 10 Universal Truths Every Salesperson Needs to Know.
Maher, M.J. (2016). 7L: The Seven Levels of Communication: Go From Relationships to Referrals.
Miller, R.B. & Heiman, S.E. (2005). The New Strategic Selling: The Unique Sales System Proven Successful by the World's Best Companies.
Pink, D.H. (2013). To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving.
Pollard, M. (2018). The Introvert's Edge: How the Quiet and Shy Can Outsell Anyone.
Rackham, N. (1988). SPIN Selling.
Stanley, C. (2012). Emotional Intelligence for Sales Success: Connect with Customers and Get Results.
Tracy, B. (2006). The Psychology of Selling: Increase Your Sales Faster and Easier Than You Ever Thought Possible.
Online Learning
MyUni will have the information on weekly modules and the content for each topic over the 12 weeks.
MyUni will have an announcement page on which the course coordinator will communicate important information and reminders to the students.
MyUni will also have discussion boards to encourage students to discuss their queries, ideas, disagreements, and agreements on a collaborative board. So, all students can benefit from the discussion, and there is detailed evidence of what discussions have taken place. It will help in student interaction and setting up weekly talks.
MyUni will have lecture recordings through Echo360.
MyUni will also have external links to the additional reading materials and the recommended course textbook.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Each lecture will be of 1-hour duration followed by one 2-hours weekly workshop. The workshops will be detailed discussions on the lecture topic covered in the previous week. It will allow students to digest the lecture content and prepare themselves for the workshop session the following week.
For the lecture, students should read a specific chapter in the required textbook. It will help them understand the lecture content better. There is no evidence of preparation needed for the lecture, though.
For the workshops, students are supposed to revise the lecture slides from the week before and prepare the workshop answers to general questions related to the topic and case study answers for workshop discussion.
The required textbook will be available on MyUni as per the library guidelines. Students can also purchase the required textbook through the third-party link provided on MyUni. Other recommended reading material (22 book links) is provided to help students further deepen their knowledge (in their own time). It will help them form their ideas and have quality workshop discussions.
Workshops are designed to discuss ideas and critique each other's perspectives. Students do not need to prepare formal workshop answers and bring them to the class as evidence of preparation. Instead, having a few points they want to discuss concerning the general weekly questions and the given case study for the week would be a starting point for the students.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The University expects full-time students (i.e. those taking 12 units per semester) to devote a total of 48 hours per week to their studies. Students in this three-unit course are expected to attend the weekly lectures (1 x 1 hour), immediately followed by their weekly workshop class (1 x 2 hours). Total 3 hours class four times a week for 4 weeks. This means you are expected to commit approximately 12 hours in the classroom every week.
Students are expected to…
• Undertake all required readings for the course (e.g., topics from the prescribed course textbook).
• Be prepared for workshops by completing pre-reading and preparing questions and reflections
• Attend all the lectures and actively participate (e.g., sharing ideas, asking questions) in all the workshops.
• Complete and submit all items of assessment by the prescribed due dates.Learning Activities Summary
Please refer to the course outline on MyUni:
Assessment 1:
Workshop Participation (10%):
Students will be required to attend every lecture and workshop and come prepared to discuss general questions and case studies in each class (three times a week) for four weeks. Students will be marked on their participation in the workshop, not their attendance. Students must speak up, share their ideas, and critique others' ideas. The grading for participation grades will begin from the first class. Each workshop will be marked out of 1 point for participation. To deserve a mark for participation one each class, students should consider whether they:• are Prepared: refers to notes, introduces ideas and questions from the text• Contribute: adds new ideas, suggests new connections, raises relevant issues• Seek clarification: re concepts, terminology, expectations• Interact: builds on others’ ideas, uses humour positively, stays on track• Communicate clearly: demonstrates appropriate pace, volume and ideas
Permission for any absence is generally only acceptable for medical or compassionate reasons. All such requests should be accompanied by documentary evidence from a social service professional (e.g. doctor, counsellor) and will be assessed on their merits.Assessment 2:
Midterm test (30%)
Students will be taking a test with a set of 5 questions. Out of these five questions, students would need to choose three. All the questions will be theoretical and require students to apply the critical thinking and theories they have learned in the first half of the course. The midterm test will be on the first four topics only.Note: You are not allowed to copy and paste the definitions from the textbook or any other sources. The questions will test your understanding of the concepts and are not designed to test your memory only.
Revision tips:Be mindful of the learning outcomes for each of the three topics;Review the lecture slides and the prescribed reading for the three topics;Revisit the workshop questions prescribed for the three topics;Make sure you understand key terms and key concepts from the three topics.
Please refer to MyUni for more details about the midterm test.Assessment 3:
Individual Experienced-Based Essay (30%):
This is a 2000-word assignment with Times New Roman font, 12 pt, and 1.5 line spacing (Please do not change the format of the Word document).
Students will be required to identify one of their experiences (personal or professional). This experience could be on a range of ideas, such as customer, manager, peer, subordinate, friends, family relationships, and so on. The students need to evaluate their intentions to establish the relationship. They need to explain the relationship and identify a particular incident when they either tried to convince, influence, and present their ideas to these people (or a group of people) or when others tried to persuade, influence, and explain their ideas to the students. The assignment aims to understand how students' mindset works and what sort of process, strategy, or mechanisms were established to win the conversation. Students would need to answer the following three:- What (the context of their experience)
- Why (what they did, what was their rationale behind it)
- How (Did they win or lose?; Why do they think they got the result (either win or lose)?)
Turnitin similarity software will be utilised to indicate potential plagiarism. If your similarity report is greater than 30% (not considering assignment coversheet with plagiarism policies, references, headings, subtitles, etc.), it is strongly advised that you refer to the following link: /student/academic-skills/academic-integrity-for-students
If, as a result of this process, your assignment is submitted after the due date, a late submission penalty will be applied (5% per day). Students must retain a copy of all assessments submitted. You can resubmit your assignment multiple times (with the same file name) until the due date: time, but note that it may take several hours for turnitin.com to generate your similarity report.
Assessment 4 (30% in Total):
Part a. Group Report (15%):
This is a 3000-word assignment with Times New Roman font, 12 pt, and 1.5 line spacing. (Please do not change the format of the Word document).Students will have to watch two movies that involve Selling as the movie's main context. Students will be required to identify the pros and cons they thought existed in the film (of selling) from those two movies. Following this, they need to discuss a sales plan to train the sales professional on minimising cons and develop a training manual that could help sales trainers train recruits and existing sales professionals. Also, this training manual will be a practical guide for sales training. The students should explain the practicality of their suggestions and risk mitigation strategy to minimise risk arising from implementing their recommendations.
Once your group report is complete, only ONE group member will submit ONE group assignment file electronically using the link which will be made available on the MyUni course website.
Note: Please do not upload multiple copies of the group report.Turnitin similarity software will be utilised to indicate potential plagiarism. If your similarity report is greater than 30% (not considering assignment coversheet with plagiarism policies, references, headings, subtitles, etc.), it is strongly advised that you refer to the following link: /student/academic-skills/academic-integrity-for-students
If, as a result of this process, your assignment is submitted after the due date, a late submission penalty will be applied (5% per day). Students must retain a copy of all assessments submitted. You can resubmit your assignment multiple times (with the same file name) until the due date: time, but note that it may take several hours for turnitin.com to generate your similarity report.
Suggested Assignment Structure (Feel free to choose your own):Introduction (10%):
Objective: Explain the purpose of the assignment. Be creative.
Movie Analysis (30%):
Movie Selection: Clearly state the two movies you have chosen to analyse
State their Pros and Cons:
Movie 1: Thoroughly examine the pros and cons of the sales techniques showcased, providing detailed explanations.
Movie 2: Thoroughly examine the pros and cons of the sales techniques showcased, providing detailed explanations.
Comparison:
Compare and contrast the sales techniques from both movies, highlighting key similarities and differences.
Sales Plan Development (30%)
Minimising Cons:
Identify Issues: List the main cons or problematic sales techniques observed across the two movies.
Solutions: Propose practical, research-backed solutions to effectively address and minimise these issues in real-world sales scenarios. Sales Plan:
Objectives: Set clear, measurable goals for improving sales performance and developing a reflexive sales mindset.
Action Steps: Outline specific, actionable steps to achieve the stated objectives.
Training Manual (15%)
Modules:
Basic Techniques: Explain fundamental sales techniques, emphasising their importance in developing a reflexive approach.
Building Relationships: Provide tips and strategies for creating and maintaining strong customer relationships.
Communication: Discuss effective communication strategies and techniques for handling objections.
Closing Sales: Present techniques for successfully closing sales through a consultative approach.
Continuous Improvement: Outline methods for ongoing self-improvement and adapting to changing market dynamics. Activities: Include a variety of engaging role-playing exercises, practice activities, and self-assessment quizzes to reinforce the learning objectives.
Practicality and Risk Mitigation
Practicality: Explain how the proposed sales training manual and its components can be effectively implemented in real-world sales training programs.
Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks or challenges that may arise during the implementation and suggest appropriate strategies to mitigate them.
Conclusion (15%)
Summary: Concisely recap the main points and key takeaways from the assignment.
Final Thoughts: Reflect on the importance of effective sales training in developing a reflexive selling mindset and achieving long-term success in the field.
References: Cite all sources, including the movies, in Harvard Referencing format. Please refer to the Communications Skills guidePart b. Group Presentations (15%):
After getting the feedback on the group report, students will be required to prepare a 20-minute presentation to showcase what they have learned, followed by a 10-minute question and answer session. In this presentation, students will be required to role-play and not read from the handout. The assignment is to establish whether students can use active listening techniques to constructively create a personal connection, develop rapport, and create warmth and openness with the audience. It will also test their understanding of theoretical concepts, which they need to use to present their arguments in role-plays.The grade for these presentations will be based on one’s team performance; therefore you and your teammates will share the grade. Please refer to MyUni to know the topics available for presentations.
Given that the presentations will be approximately 20 mins each, there is no set format for this presentation. You can choose your own. Be creative as much as you can. There is an element of showmanship to presenting, so the decision on how to frame your presentation is ultimately yours. In delivering an excellent presentation, students need to specifically address the following issues...Adhere to a business dress code.
Do not directly read from slides or cardsEngage your audienceBe creative and (appropriately) entertainingAcknowledge and answer questionsFor more useful information on how to give a “killer presentation”, see: https://hbr.org/2013/06/how-to-give-a-killer-presentation/ (Links to an external site.)
For Presenters:
It’s also important to note that there will be approximately 10 mins of questions and answers after your presentation. As a presenter, your entire group will be responsible for fielding these questions convincingly and confidently. Engage the audience. Use creative ways to make your presentation interesting and interactive. Be professional. Dress well and use professional language. Act as a team. Each team member must present so that no one person dominates the presentation. Mind your time. Keep within your prescribed timeframe, e.g. not too long or too short. Know your topic. Be prepared to answer questions or discuss with the audience. Do not read your slides or notes. Use a conversational approach and keep eye contact with the audience.
For audience members:
You are responsible for posing “good” questions that respectfully critique/challenge the presenting team’s position. A good question can be defined as one that is clear, thought-provoking, and specifically related to aspects of the presentation at hand. Have respect. Listen and do not interrupt the presentation. Pay attention. Make notes as interesting ideas come to you. These will inform your questions. Ask questions and offer feedback. It is your responsibility to interact with presenters. Remember, your participation grade is based on the quality of the questions you pose to your fellow classmates. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment task
Assessment type
(Formative or Summative)
Assessment weighting %
(Summative tasks must add up to 100%)Due Date
Course learning outcomes being assessed
Workshop Participation
Formative and Summative
10
Ongoing from Week 1 until the end of Week 4
1,2,3,4,6
Midterm Test
Summative
30
At the end of Week 2.
2,3,4,6
Individual Experienced-Based Essay
Summative
30
July 8, 2024, on or before 11.59 pm Adelaide time.
2,3,4
Group Report
Summative
15
July 14, 2024, on or before 11.59 pm Adelaide time.
2,3,4,5
Group Presentation
Summative
15
At the end of week 4.
2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Related Requirements
- To gain a pass for this course, a mark of at least 50% must be obtained for all assessments.
- Students not achieving the minimum exam mark will be awarded an aggregate course mark of no more than 49%.
- Students who receive an aggregate course mark between 45% and 49% may be offered a supplementary examination. Your performance in the replacement assessment will determine whether you are awarded a Pass grade for the course with a maximum aggregate course mark of 50%.
- Attendance at all the workshops is expected. Your attendance and participation will be recorded. You are expected to come prepared to discuss and present the questions outlined in the workshop schedule and contribute to all associated activities. Your workshop participation grades (10%) will be based on your in-workshop contributions.
Assessment Detail
Please refer to the course outline on MyUni:
Assessment 1:
Workshop Participation (10%):
Students will be required to attend every lecture and workshop and come prepared to discuss general questions and case studies in each class (three times a week) for four weeks. Students will be marked on their participation in the workshop, not their attendance. Students must speak up, share their ideas, and critique others' ideas. The grading for participation grades will begin from the first class. Each workshop will be marked out of 1 point for participation. To deserve a mark for participation one each class, students should consider whether they:• are Prepared: refers to notes, introduces ideas and questions from the text• Contribute: adds new ideas, suggests new connections, raises relevant issues• Seek clarification: re concepts, terminology, expectations• Interact: builds on others’ ideas, uses humour positively, stays on track• Communicate clearly: demonstrates appropriate pace, volume and ideas
Permission for any absence is generally only acceptable for medical or compassionate reasons. All such requests should be accompanied by documentary evidence from a social service professional (e.g. doctor, counsellor) and will be assessed on their merits.Assessment 2:
Midterm test (30%)
Students will be taking a test with a set of 5 questions. Out of these five questions, students would need to choose three. All the questions will be theoretical and require students to apply the critical thinking and theories they have learned in the first half of the course. The midterm test will be on the first four topics only.Note: You are not allowed to copy and paste the definitions from the textbook or any other sources. The questions will test your understanding of the concepts and are not designed to test your memory only.
Revision tips:Be mindful of the learning outcomes for each of the three topics;Review the lecture slides and the prescribed reading for the three topics;Revisit the workshop questions prescribed for the three topics;Make sure you understand key terms and key concepts from the three topics.
Please refer to MyUni for more details about the midterm test.Assessment 3:
Individual Experienced-Based Essay (30%):
This is a 2000-word assignment with Times New Roman font, 12 pt, and 1.5 line spacing (Please do not change the format of the Word document).
Students will be required to identify one of their experiences (personal or professional). This experience could be on a range of ideas, such as customer, manager, peer, subordinate, friends, family relationships, and so on. The students need to evaluate their intentions to establish the relationship. They need to explain the relationship and identify a particular incident when they either tried to convince, influence, and present their ideas to these people (or a group of people) or when others tried to persuade, influence, and explain their ideas to the students. The assignment aims to understand how students' mindset works and what sort of process, strategy, or mechanisms were established to win the conversation. Students would need to answer the following three:- What (the context of their experience)
- Why (what they did, what was their rationale behind it)
- How (Did they win or lose?; Why do they think they got the result (either win or lose)?)
Turnitin similarity software will be utilised to indicate potential plagiarism. If your similarity report is greater than 30% (not considering assignment coversheet with plagiarism policies, references, headings, subtitles, etc.), it is strongly advised that you refer to the following link: /student/academic-skills/academic-integrity-for-students
If, as a result of this process, your assignment is submitted after the due date, a late submission penalty will be applied (5% per day). Students must retain a copy of all assessments submitted. You can resubmit your assignment multiple times (with the same file name) until the due date: time, but note that it may take several hours for turnitin.com to generate your similarity report.
Assessment 4 (30% in Total):
Part a. Group Report (15%):
This is a 3000-word assignment with Times New Roman font, 12 pt, and 1.5 line spacing. (Please do not change the format of the Word document).Students will have to watch two movies that involve Selling as the movie's main context. Students will be required to identify the pros and cons they thought existed in the film (of selling) from those two movies. Following this, they need to discuss a sales plan to train the sales professional on minimising cons and develop a training manual that could help sales trainers train recruits and existing sales professionals. Also, this training manual will be a practical guide for sales training. The students should explain the practicality of their suggestions and risk mitigation strategy to minimise risk arising from implementing their recommendations.
Once your group report is complete, only ONE group member will submit ONE group assignment file electronically using the link which will be made available on the MyUni course website.
Note: Please do not upload multiple copies of the group report.Turnitin similarity software will be utilised to indicate potential plagiarism. If your similarity report is greater than 30% (not considering assignment coversheet with plagiarism policies, references, headings, subtitles, etc.), it is strongly advised that you refer to the following link: /student/academic-skills/academic-integrity-for-students
If, as a result of this process, your assignment is submitted after the due date, a late submission penalty will be applied (5% per day). Students must retain a copy of all assessments submitted. You can resubmit your assignment multiple times (with the same file name) until the due date: time, but note that it may take several hours for turnitin.com to generate your similarity report.
Suggested Assignment Structure (Feel free to choose your own):Introduction (10%):
Objective: Explain the purpose of the assignment. Be creative.
Movie Analysis (30%):
Movie Selection: Clearly state the two movies you have chosen to analyse
State their Pros and Cons:
Movie 1: Thoroughly examine the pros and cons of the sales techniques showcased, providing detailed explanations.
Movie 2: Thoroughly examine the pros and cons of the sales techniques showcased, providing detailed explanations.
Comparison:
Compare and contrast the sales techniques from both movies, highlighting key similarities and differences.
Sales Plan Development (30%)
Minimising Cons:
Identify Issues: List the main cons or problematic sales techniques observed across the two movies.
Solutions: Propose practical, research-backed solutions to effectively address and minimise these issues in real-world sales scenarios. Sales Plan:
Objectives: Set clear, measurable goals for improving sales performance and developing a reflexive sales mindset.
Action Steps: Outline specific, actionable steps to achieve the stated objectives.
Training Manual (15%)
Modules:
Basic Techniques: Explain fundamental sales techniques, emphasising their importance in developing a reflexive approach.
Building Relationships: Provide tips and strategies for creating and maintaining strong customer relationships.
Communication: Discuss effective communication strategies and techniques for handling objections.
Closing Sales: Present techniques for successfully closing sales through a consultative approach.
Continuous Improvement: Outline methods for ongoing self-improvement and adapting to changing market dynamics. Activities: Include a variety of engaging role-playing exercises, practice activities, and self-assessment quizzes to reinforce the learning objectives.
Practicality and Risk Mitigation
Practicality: Explain how the proposed sales training manual and its components can be effectively implemented in real-world sales training programs.
Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks or challenges that may arise during the implementation and suggest appropriate strategies to mitigate them.
Conclusion (15%)
Summary: Concisely recap the main points and key takeaways from the assignment.
Final Thoughts: Reflect on the importance of effective sales training in developing a reflexive selling mindset and achieving long-term success in the field.
References: Cite all sources, including the movies, in Harvard Referencing format. Please refer to the Communications Skills guidePart b. Group Presentations (15%):
After getting the feedback on the group report, students will be required to prepare a 20-minute presentation to showcase what they have learned, followed by a 10-minute question and answer session. In this presentation, students will be required to role-play and not read from the handout. The assignment is to establish whether students can use active listening techniques to constructively create a personal connection, develop rapport, and create warmth and openness with the audience. It will also test their understanding of theoretical concepts, which they need to use to present their arguments in role-plays.
The grade for these presentations will be based on one’s team performance; therefore you and your teammates will share the grade. Please refer to MyUni to know the topics available for presentations.Given that the presentations will be approximately 20 mins each, there is no set format for this presentation. You can choose your own. Be creative as much as you can. There is an element of showmanship to presenting, so the decision on how to frame your presentation is ultimately yours. In delivering an excellent presentation, students need to specifically address the following issues...Adhere to a business dress code.
Do not directly read from slides or cardsEngage your audienceBe creative and (appropriately) entertainingAcknowledge and answer questionsFor more useful information on how to give a “killer presentation”, see: https://hbr.org/2013/06/how-to-give-a-killer-presentation/ (Links to an external site.)
For Presenters:
It’s also important to note that there will be approximately 10 mins of questions and answers after your presentation. As a presenter, your entire group will be responsible for fielding these questions convincingly and confidently. Engage the audience. Use creative ways to make your presentation interesting and interactive. Be professional. Dress well and use professional language. Act as a team. Each team member must present so that no one person dominates the presentation. Mind your time. Keep within your prescribed timeframe, e.g. not too long or too short. Know your topic. Be prepared to answer questions or discuss with the audience. Do not read your slides or notes. Use a conversational approach and keep eye contact with the audience.
For audience members:
You are responsible for posing “good” questions that respectfully critique/challenge the presenting team’s position. A good question can be defined as one that is clear, thought-provoking, and specifically related to aspects of the presentation at hand. Have respect. Listen and do not interrupt the presentation. Pay attention. Make notes as interesting ideas come to you. These will inform your questions. Ask questions and offer feedback. It is your responsibility to interact with presenters. Remember, your participation grade is based on the quality of the questions you pose to your fellow classmates.Submission
Turnitin similarity software will be utilised to indicate potential plagiarism. If your similarity report is greater than 30% (not considering the assignment coversheet with plagiarism policies, references, headings, subtitles, etc.), it is strongly advised that you refer to the following link: /student/academic-skills/academic-integrity-for-students. Plagiarism is a serious violation of the Academic Honesty Policy.
If, as a result of this process, your assignment is submitted after the due date, a late submission penalty will be applied (5% per day). Students must retain a copy of all assessments submitted. You can resubmit your assignment multiple times (with the same file name) until the due date: time, but note that it may take several hours for turnitin.com to generate your similarity report.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
I will aim to mark and return assignments to students within one week of the due date with written feedback. Students will be able to access their marked assignments from their MyUni website.Final results for this course will be made available through .
GRADE REVIEW/RECONSIDERATION
Students (or groups) who believe their work should receive a different grade should apply in writing within 48 hours of the publication of the grades. They must write/email directly to their workshop facilitator, and copy to the lecturer/course co-ordinator, an analytical piece, in which they give strong reasons on why they believe they have achieved the requirements. Students who choose to apply for a review or reconsideration must be logical and concise in their appeal, and provide as much detail as possible. Claims like “I believe I have done to the requirements and deserve a better grade” will not be accepted. It is at your workshop facilitator's discretion whether the work should be reviewed or reconsidered. If the application is accepted, the marker will conduct a review/reconsideration independent from the original grade, and the outcome can be a higher grade, no change, or a lower grade, and this new grade will be final. -
Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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Fraud Awareness
Students are reminded that in order to maintain the academic integrity of all programs and courses, the university has a zero-tolerance approach to students offering money or significant value goods or services to any staff member who is involved in their teaching or assessment. Students offering lecturers or tutors or professional staff anything more than a small token of appreciation is totally unacceptable, in any circumstances. Staff members are obliged to report all such incidents to their supervisor/manager, who will refer them for action under the university's student鈥檚 disciplinary procedures.
The 成人大片 is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The 成人大片 therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.