TRANSFERABLE SKILLS AUDIT

Name: Usman Farid Course: Business Year: 2 Date: 15/10/2018

Section 1

Consider the skills listed below and rate how important you think each skill is for employment and how competent you are in this skill.
Consider how each of these skills may enhance your performance, and allow you to develop and advance further. You may wish to discuss
these with your advisor of studies. Alternatively, you may wish to ask a friend or family member, and to compare and discuss your separate
findings.

Once you have rated yourself, multiply the number in the column marked ‘Competence’ with that in the column ‘Job Importance’. So, for
example, if you feel that you are not very proficient in verbal and written communication (i.e. you have rated your competence at 4), but that
these skills are very important for employment (i.e. you have rated it at 5), then your overall total score would be 5 X 4 = 20.

Section 2
This section will provide you with examples of the types of evidence you can provide to demonstrate your level of competence with each skill.

Competence – How competent are you Job Importance – How important do you
in this skill? think this skill is in Employment?
1. Highly proficient 1. Unnecessary
2. Fairly proficient 2. Not very important
3. Adequate 3. Helpful
4. Not very proficient 4. Fairly important
5. Unskilled 5. Essential
 SKILL COMPETENCE JOB COMPETENCE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR LEVEL OF
IMPORTANCE X COMPETENCE
JOB
IMPORTANCE
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
COMMUNICATION
Written:
3 4 12 I have adapted this written skill and the ability to express
Ability to express self well in writing myself well in writing throughout school in English and
in College for some parts of my assignments.
Verbal:
Informal – ability to network easily 4 5 20 I have developed this skill to network and collaborate
with other people with other people at my workplace when we work
together when taking the order to making the food,
packing it and delivering it, also in college project when
working with the other students to complete the project.
Formal – ability to express yourself 3 5 15 I have gained this skill to express myself clearly and
clearly and concisely to a group of communicate to a group of people at college and school
people when i am told to do group work, also with my friends
while i am playing football or gaming.
Non-verbal:
Listening – ability to attend actively to 4 5 20 I have developed listening skills all my life, i can
others’ views and ideas and understand communicate listen and understand other people's point
their point of view of views as in college i work with other students and
understand their points as well as in assignments. also at
my workplace and everyday to day life like for example
playing ps4.
Body Language – ability to match body 4 4 16 Body language is an important part of any individual, it
language appropriately to what is being shows that the person is interested and professional. For
said verbally example any job you would need to smile, like if your
working in retail you need to smile and welcome
customers to keep them satisfied and happy. From my
own experience i have gained body language from every
aspect of life, i have learnt this through school for
interviews for example and also at my workplace when
greeting customers. This is also mentioned on my CV
 which i have gave in and had many interviews which
needed body language.
WORKING WITH OTHERS
Cooperation
Ability to collaborate effectively within 4 5 Collaborating is what makes every big business to small
a team businesses; nothing is done by one person. i have
adapted this from football to collage to my workplace. to
be successful at something you need to work with others
like for example i need to collaborate with my teacher
and listen to get and understand my assignments.
Negotiation
Ability to reach a mutually satisfactory 2 3 6 The importance of negotiation skills differs from
outcome through compromise different jobs, i have developed this skill from
negotiating at my workplace with customers and also
when i am selling something on ebay.
Sensitivity
Ability to respond appropriately to 4 5 20 This very important and everyone should be given the
individual differences, e.g., age, gender, same chance and be treated fairly; i have developed this
etc. skill from the gym where there are beginners who are fat
to people who have been gyming for years. i help
motivate them.
Leadership
Ability to encourage and motivate 4 5 20 I have developed this skill all my life, in football and
others imn the gym, i motivate and help my friends train and
assist them with the weights when needed.
SKILL COMPETENCE JOB COMPETENCE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR LEVEL OF
IMPORTANCE X COMPETENCE
JOB
IMPORTANCE
Ability to supervise or direct work of I have developed this at my workplace when i am taking
others orders and serving the food to the customers, also when i
used to be the captain of my football team i would
supervise the team and tell them what needs to be done.
Ability to evaluate competing priorities 3 4 12 I have adapted this skill throughout school and in college
to plan ahead when i double check my assignments before i hand it in
and also for my resubmissions.
APPLICATION OF NUMBER
Calculations
Ability to use a calculator or PC to
make calculations
Interpretation
Ability to interpret descriptive statistics,
e.g. ratios percentages, means, standard
deviations
Ability to interpret inferential statistics,
e.g., confidence intervals, statistical
significance, effect size
Application
Ability to organise and present
numerical data in an appropriate manner
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
File Management Techniques
Ability to create, store and retrieve files
Word Processing (e.g. MS Word)
Ability to use a word processing (WP)
package to produce a variety of formats
of documents
Spreadsheets (e.g., MS Excel)
Ability to use a spreadsheet to record
and manipulate different sets of data
5 4 20 I have developed this skill when i used to study maths
and also i used to get tutored which made me use a lot of
calculators and PC. also in college i need to use the
computers and various softwares like google classrooms
to do my work.
4 4 16 I have developed this skill in school and also at the start
of college when i was studying core maths, this is
important to me as wat my workplace i need to do sums
and deal with the customers orders and money.
2 3 6 I have studied maths in GCSE and got a grade 7 which is
a A, studying this allowed me to understand statistical
and intervals.
3 3 9 I have adapted the ability to organise and present
numerical data as throughout school and collage i have
presented numerical data in certain units.
5 4 20 I have the knowledge of creating, storing and retrieving
files as I do this when saving my assignments in class
and going back through my work to reflect.
5 5 25 I have gained a lot of experience in using different word
processing softwares and one of them are MS Word. i
complete all my assignments on google docs and hand
them in on google classroom which has gained me a lot
of experience.
4 4 16 I know how to use a spreadsheet as in my accountancy
units I have learnt it however i need to improve.
 SKILL COMPETENCE JOB COMPETENCE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR LEVEL OF
IMPORTANCE X COMPETENCE
JOB
IMPORTANCE
Databases (e.g., MS Access)
Ability to retrieve information from a 2 4 8 I have not gained this skill to the best of ability.
database
Ability to create a database 1 4 4 I don't think i have ever created a database.

Presentations (e.g., MS PowerPoint)

Ability to create and display a 5 4 20 In school and College when presenting my work to the
PowerPoint presentation class and also in my assignments.
Information and Communication
Ability to send and receive email 5 5 25 I have gained this in my everyday life and throughout
college when contacting my tutors/employers.
Ability to send and receive attachments 5 5 25 I have gained this in my everyday life and throughout
by e-mail college when contacting my tutors/employers.
Ability to use an internet browser, e.g., 5 5 25 I have gained this skill by using my phone, researching
Internet Explorer, Netscape, AOL and going on websites. Also when going on facebook
and college email.
Ability to download files from the 5 5 25 i have adapted this skill in school, collage and everyday
Internet and transfer to WP life. Like downloading my work from college to my
desktop or downloading games.
Ability to use a search engine, e.g. 5 5 25 I have gained this skill by using my phone, researching
Altavista, Google and going on websites. Also when going on facebook
and college email.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Creativity
Ability to generate new ideas or 3 4 12 I have the ability to generate new ideas as in college
conceive existing ideas in a new way throughout class discussions and in project I come up
with a lot of ideas.
Organisation and Planning
Ability to set down a systematic 4 5 20 I have gained this from college when i am completing all
sequence of activities and carry them my assignments and also in retail when i have various
through in an effective manner different customers to deal with.
Research
Ability to gather information in a
systematic way to establish certain facts
or principles
SKILL
Analysis
Ability to understand and summarise
information
Initiative
Ability to initiate, take decisions and act
resourcefully
IMPROVING OWN LEARNING AND PERFORMANCE
Self Management
Self awareness – ability to identify and
reflect on own strengths and weaknesses
in relation to:
● Personal Development
● Educational Development
● Career Development
Effective learning – ability to learn
from a range of situations and apply
learning in a variety of contexts
Reasoning skills – ability to defend
2 4 13 I do not think i have developed this skill a lot yet.
COMPETENCE JOB COMPETENCE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR LEVEL OF
IMPORTANCE X COMPETENCE
JOB
IMPORTANCE
3 4 12 I have gained the ability to understand and summarise
information like when in college i have to look at the
assignment brief in order to do my work and understand
it. Also whenever i research on different websites I have
to summarize and understand the main points.
4 5 20 I have developed this skill all my life whether in college
when doing my assignments or at my workplace when
making decisions and overcoming problems.
4 5 20 I am able to identify my needs and what i am good at; i
have developed this from my job when i need to meet
my targets and also in college when i get resubmissions
back. Also i know what i want to do for my career and
what i would be good at.
4 5 20 I have the ability to learn in a variety of contexts and
situations as all my life throughout school and college i
have learnt in various types of ways and situations in
order to complete my work and so far I have been
successful.
3 4 12 I have developed this skill in NCS and throughout
 argument using logical and systematic
thinking based on sound evidence
Reflection – ability to reflect on and
critique own performance
SKILL
Study Skills
Ability to manage and prioritise time to
meet deadlines
Ability to identify relevant sources of
information, including people and
reference material
Ability to use a library to find books and
journal articles
Ability to take notes, organise them, and
integrate them with other sources of
information
Ability to reference materials using an
appropriate system, e.g., Harvard or
Vancouver
college when i am having debates in class.
4 5 20 I have great at reflection as i reflect myself in everything
including the GYM, sports and college work.
COMPETENCE JOB COMPETENCE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR LEVEL OF
IMPORTANCE X COMPETENCE
JOB
IMPORTANCE
5 5 25 The ability to manage and prioritise time to meet
deadlines is very important in any job role and I have
gained this skill throughout all my life like in my new
job at Jds i have to meet my targets before deadlines and
also my assignments when i complete them to meet
deadlines.
4 4 16 I have gained this through my job in retail and also
collage when completing my assignments.
2 2 4 I know how to use a library to find books since primary
school but however i do not use a library much as i do
most my work and research online.
4 4 16 I have gained this through every aspect of my life
including at work to in college and at home. Like when i
am completing my assignments and in lessons taking
notes.
3 3 9 I am able to reference materials using an appropriate
3 system like Neils tool box for harvard references to put
on my assignments.
Identify your learning needs
Now pick three of the highest scoring skills from the above audit (by multiplying your scores as shown above) that you need to develop further.
List these below in order of priority.

Skill Area Action Plan for Development and where you can access these

1. Ability to use the I need to be able to use the library as in the future when i go university books and the library are cutrial so i will
library make sure from now on i will be using the college library and using the books provided.
Study skill

2. Databases I need to learn how to create databases and from this i will get the help of other students and tutors to get a more
understanding of it.
3. Negotiation I have developed the basic core negotiation skills however i have a lot to learn and i will do this by getting help
from my tutors and learning it.

Section 2: Providing Evidence you have the Skills

COMMUNICATION
Communication may be formal or informal, personal or impersonal, creative or factual. Messages may be delivered verbally, in writing or non-
verbally. There are many areas where examples of each communication approach may have been successfully applied, at university, at work, at
home, etc

Written - Ability to express self well in writing Ability to express self well in writing
I have the ability to write and express myself well in writing as throughout school in English and collage i have been writing about
various different things. such as Application forms for jobs, college, sixth form etc. Also writing a personal statement for university
which made me use all my skills and techniques to the best of my ability as a personal statement has to be done correctly and to the
best of my ability in order to secure high and good places in chosen university. I also use a lot of gmail when contacting tutors and
other students which has gained my skills in writing professional emails in a protein formal manner.
Written - Ability to express self well in writing
Verbal:
Informal – ability to network easily with other people
I have the skills and ability in communicating with other people such as socially, gatherings or solving a problem at work. i can
network and collaborate easily with others as throughout my life i have done it like for example I used to be captain of Nabood
Juniors which mean i had to network a lot with other footballers and help the team win. Also in college and with other students in
order to complete the work and get a more understanding.
Formal – ability to express myself clearly and concisely to a group of people
I have gained the skill to speak formal and express myself clearly to a number of people; I have adapted this skill form college when
communicating with all my tutors and to a group of my friends. Also in project when coming with ideas and other solutions in order
for the outcome to be better.

Non-verbal:
I have adapted a lot of listening skills over the following years as I play alot of sports and gaming such as football and fortnite which
means in order to win you have to listen a lot. Also in lessons when my tutor is handing out the assignment i have to listen in order to
know and pass the assignment.
Body Language – ability to match body language appropriately to what is being said verbally
I have adapted good body language and can be professional as i work for JD sports which is a retail company so body language is
key and i have to make sure i am always smiling whenever a customers come in and make sure they feel welcomed. Also i have been
to alot of interviews and know what type of body language is needed at a certain time and place.

WORKING WITH OTHERS

Working with others is a skill highly valued by employers. Suitable evidence for this skill need not be limited to work experience. You should
think of all aspects of your work, studies and social life.

Cooperation - Ability to collaborate effectively within a team

I am able to work well with others and collaborate efficiently within a team as I have adapted this skill from being a football captain
and also when working in the centre of excellence with my group working on our project. Also I have taken part in NCS which has
allowed me to gain a lot of cooperation skills mainly working in out group.

Negotiation - Ability to reach a mutually satisfactory outcome through compromise

I have adapted a lot of negotiation skills in everyday life such as with my family, friends and customers. Also when i purchase
something of someone like a bike or a car i would negotiate the price with them in order to make it suitable for me and I have
developed this skill more and more over the years.

Sensitivity- Ability to respond appropriately to individual differences, e.g., age, gender, etc.
I have developed sensitivity as by working in retail you come across various different ages, genders like when i have serving shoes to
a boy i will recommend the cool ones however if it is a old person i would recommend something more suitable which would be
comfy for them and they would like it.

Leadership - Ability to encourage and motivate others

I have taken leadership alot in my life like in football i have leaded the team into winning a lot of games and also in the gym I help
out people who do not know how to work out and teach them different ways into working a certain body part.

APPLICATION OF NUMBER
Calculations - Ability to use a calculator or PC to make calculations
Interpretation - - Ability to interpret descriptive statistics, e.g. ratios percentages, means, standard deviations
- Ability to interpret inferential statistics, e.g., confidence intervals, statistical significance, effect size
Application -Ability to organize and present numerical data in an appropriate manner

I have gained the ability to use a calculator and a pc to make calculations as throughout my Maths Gcses and a bit of time in sixth
form i gained a grade 7 which is a A in GCSE maths which shows I know how to use a calculator and solve problems.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
File Management Techniques - Ability to create, store and retrieve files
I have developed how to create, store and retrieve files all my life from playing ps4 to school and now college, I save a lot of my
assignments on google docs and store them incae i need them for in the future.
Word Processing - Ability to use a word processing package to produce a variety of formats of documents
I have developed various different ways of word processing such as a CV, posters and flyers. i have done this all throughout college
in chosen tasks on my assignment and have used different softwares such as google slides, google docs and microsoft publisher.

Spreadsheets - Ability to use a spreadsheet to record and manipulate different sets of data
I have the ability to use a spreadsheet and input information, produce grafts and use formulas as I have made cash flow forecasts and
a lot of other charts. In my college assignments in the accounting units I have to use a lot of spreadsheets in order to pass my work.

Databases - Ability to retrieve information from a database/ Ability to create a database

I can create tables and retire information p to a certain extent; This skill i have to work more on.

Presentations - Ability to create and display a PowerPoint presentation

I have the ability to create slideshows as i have done this mainly all my life including school and college work; I have made
slideshows and presented them to the class. such as in project when presenting my ideas to the employers who come in. i can also
produce graphics and moving images as i have done this in school CIDA IT and achieve an A and in some of my assignments.

Information and Communication - Ability to send and receive email

I have the ability to send and receive emails on any software such as Facebook, Hotmail and Gmail; I have done this in school and
collage lie if i want to contact my tutors or find out any additional information. I use my hotmail account for whenever I sign up to
games, websites etc which has gained me this skill.

Ability to send and receive attachments as email:

I have also gained the ability to send and receive attachments as i have sent various images to my friends via hotmail and also sent
my CV to different employers and in order to get work experience and my job at JD sports.

Ability to use an internet browser e.g. Internet Explorer, Netscape, AOL

I have gained this skill as all my life i use the internet either for my work, for facebook or for research in order to complete my
assignments.
Ability to download files from the internet and transfer to WP
I have downloaded various different files on internet such as games, files for my assignment and others. Also when applying for a job
i have to download the application form out.
Ability to use a search engine e.g. Altavista, Google
I use google everyday whether it is to check the news, to do some online shopping or to find out whether a shop is open or closed. i
use google alot in my life and it is very important like for example if i need to ring my gym up i'll just google their number or to order
food online.

PROBLEM SOLVING
Creativity - Ability to generate new ideas or conceive existing ideas in a new way
I am very creative and come up with different ideas all the time whether it's at home or in college; I have leaded the project and also
done this when i took part in NCS.
Organisation and Planning - Ability to set down a systematic sequence of activities and carry them through in an effective manner
I am good at organising and planning as in college when i need to complete my work i make sure i do it so that when i go work i will
not need to worry or not hand nothing in .
Research - Ability to gather information in a systematic way to establish certain facts or principles
I have developed this skill nearly all my life; i have done research ver a lot of stuff like whether i want to buy certain products or go
to a certain school; i went on th reviews and made sure i know about it before. Also i have been to a few job interviews so i had to
research before i went to them about the company and my answers.
Analysis - Ability to understand and summarise information (Detailed examination of structure and content)
I can analyse a lot as in my assignments I analysis to achieve desitioncation level and also whenever I read the newspaper or a
certain topic.
Initiative - Ability to initiate, take decisions and act resourcefully
I have gained the ability to make decisions and act resourceful as in my part time job at JDs I do ordered myself whenever needing to
help customers.
IMPROVE OWN LEARNING AND PERFORMANCE
Self Management
I can manage myself well as i have been doing since school and collage trying to achieve my grades; like i manage my timings when
handing in different assignments for different teachers as well as fitting in my part time job in.
Self-awareness – ability to identify and reflect on own strengths and weaknesses in relation to:
I have gained the ability to identify and reflect on my own strengths and weaknesses; i know what i can improve on and what I am
good at. I am aware of my core strengths as i have done a lot of work about myself like what i need to do right and what i need to
work on. Also i know this because of the feedback my tutors give me of my work etc. i review my targets and make sure i complete my
assignments in good time. I have a part time job working at JDs.

Effective learning – ability to learn from a range of situations and apply learning in a variety of contexts
I have gained the ability to learn from a range of situations and apply learning in a variety of contexts as i have done that during
school and college and nearly completing my last year; i have also developed this from NCS and playing sports.

Reasoning skills – ability to defend argument using logical and systematic thinking based on sound evidence
I have gained experience is resnainy skills as i have have various different debates in class and at NCS; this allowed me to gain a
stronger knowledge and research more. But i have a lot more to improve in this skill.