Developing Professional Practice

You are asked to develop an electronic portfolio of evidence which includes four sections that respond to the following tasks: Activity 1 Evaluate what it means to be an HR professional, making reference to the current CIPD Profession Map. Activity 2 Briefly describe the elements of group dynamics and give at least two examples of conflict resolution methods within an HR context. Activity 3 With reference to a recent or current project (large or small) which you have led (or been part of a project team): Provide evidence of using project management and problem-solving techniques in the course of the project. Explain how you successfully influenced, persuaded and negotiated with others in the course of the project (or other related activity). Activity 4 Undertake a self-assessment of one area of your practice to identify your professional development needs in that area and options to address these. Produce a professional development plan (PDP) plan to meet your professional development needs which includes a justification of the option(s) chosen.