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CMD812S - CAREER MANAGEMENT AND DEVELPMENT - 2ND OPP - JAN 2020 |
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NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY
FAOCFULSTCYIENOCFE MAANNDAGTEEMCEHNNTOLOSGCIYENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION: HONOURS
QUALIFICATION CODE:
08HBHRM
BACHELOR OF HUMAN
LEVEL: §
RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT
COURSE CODE: CMD812S
COURSE NAME: CAREER MANAGEMENT AND
DEVELOPMENT
SESSION: JANUARY 2020
DURATION: 3 HOURS
PAPER: THEORY
MARKS: 100
SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
EXAMINER(S)
Dr Andrew Jeremiah
MODERATOR:
Mr. B.U. Shikongo
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Write clearly and neatly.
3. Number the answers clearly.
PERMISSIBLE MATERIALS
1. Examination paper.
2. Examination script.
THIS EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF 3 PAGES (Including this front
page)
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Question 1
Read the case study and answer the questions that follow.
Lindiwe’s career story
‘*My initial career goal was becoming a financial advisor. When I was in Grade 7 my class teacher
advised me to drop Mathematics. He argued that it would be difficult for an African person, let
alone an African woman to ever secure a position as a Financial Advisor. Now when I look back,
] realised that agreeing to that form of mentality was the worst mistake that I made in my life. In
the same year, my father ordered me out of school because he believed that educating a girl child
was a waste of money. He claimed that I would get married one day and make someone rich with
my education.
I was 11 years old and already living my worst nightmare. I had to go and work as a domestic
worker for a white family. My peers were in school and the embarrassment of being out of school
and working as a domestic worker almost killed me. I worked as a domestic worker for almost two
years when one of my aunts organized a job for me in a primary school where I also worked as
domestic worker. I do not recall how good the pay was because my father demanded it all. He
always wanted it in a sealed khaki envelope and did not give me even a cent. On my 16" birthday,
I secretly started buying and selling fruit and vegetables during my spare time as I needed to earn
money for myself.
I used the money I made to register for Grade 10 through correspondence. Doing hard manual
work from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm, was energy sapping and extremely strenuous. At that time,
however, I was very angry and determined to try anything that would liberate me from my dire
situation. It took me two years to acquire the famous Grade 10. My step mother would not let me
use house candles. I had to do most of my reading by moonlight, which is why I wear spectacles
today.
After obtaining my Grade 10 certificate, I applied for training at a nursing school. It was not
because I loved nursing, I wanted to escape from home. I was surprised when my application was
accepted. I trained as a nurse and somehow began to appreciate and love nursing. I obtained
distinctions all through my studies. The hard work opened my doors for me and I was then able to
progress much faster in my career. I later obtained a Matric certificate through correspondence and
went on to complete a BA (Honours) at the University of South Africa (UNISA). I was awarded a
couple of diplomas as well.
Now I work as a chief matron at a prominent medical institution. I still love working with figures
and I appreciate and enjoy my current career even though I initially opted for it out of frustration.
Most patients that I have come across have informed me that my personal approach makes them
feel that they are in capable hands. I must admit that this makes me get more motivated to make a
difference in people’s lives.
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1.1 In the case study, there are indications that Lindiwe could have followed an Entrepreneurial
career. With examples from the case study, describe what an entrepreneurial career entails. (5)
1.2 In the case study, Lindiwe showed that she had career resilience. Describe and define career
resilience using examples from the case study. (10)
1.3 In the case study, there are indications that Lindiwe had ‘’self-knowledge,’’ and did ‘’career
planning.’’ Show and describe the indications that Lindiwe had the above two mentioned
attributes, separately (10)
1.4 Differentiate a linear career and protean and argue that Lindiwe’s career satisfied both these
career types. (5)
1.5 Lindiwe said ‘’ Doing hard manual work from eight to five was not practical and was
extremely strenuous.’’ Meaning that it was drudgery. With the aid of a table, give a summary
of how the meaning of work evolved over time. (10)
1.6 In the case study, it can be argued that Lindiwe used both the Plan-and-implement career
models, and the Test-and-learn career models. With the aid of a table compare and contrast the
two career models mentioned above. (10)
1.7 Articulate the trait-and-factor /person-environment-fit theories, in particular Parson’s trait-and
factor theory using the example of Lindiwe in the case study. (10)
1.8 Identify and discuss life tasks in the Early adulthood life/ career stage, Middle adulthood life/
career stage, and Late life /career stage. (10)
1.9 In order for people to benefit a meaningful quality of life in retirement it is necessary that
theories such as ‘’Continuity theory,’’ ‘’Activity theory,’ ‘*Disengagement theory,’’ and
‘*Differentiation theory,’’ are taken into account. Briefly explain each of the above mentioned
theories using real life examples. (10)
1.10 Discuss eudemonic well-being and all the elements that it encompasses using relevant real
life examples. (20)
[GOOD LUCK]
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