Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of Westminster
Course Title:
Applying the Tools of Positive Psychology for Personal and Professional Development
Course Number:
5WSEL020W
Course Description:
This distinct Westminster Plus Elective module will demonstrate how utilising the transformative and empowering tools of positive psychology can enhance personal and professional well-being and contribute to success. The identification and assessment of strengths, perceived as the foundation for personal development and performance management will be explored, as well as a successful alignment of strengths with personal goals and their attainment. This will be complemented by an investigation of the importance of happiness (or positive well-being) in all areas of life. Theoretical perspectives on ‘flow’ and ‘engagement’ will also be examined and techniques of coaching psychology for enhancing positivity will be practiced. This module is ideal for those students who want to develop positive strategies of resilience, innovation and creativity to achieve personal and professional growth. Students will engage with different perspectives of positive organisational behaviour, especially as they relate to developing strategies for success within a workplace environment.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
PSYC 3---
Attachment Files:
Module Handbook Pos Psy 2021-2022 V1 JN - Tagged.pdf
