Work-Life Balance from the Global and Malaysian Perspective MPU 3312 (2 credits)

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1 DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE Work-Life Balance from the Global and Malaysian Perspective MPU 3312 (2 credits) 2019 Module Guide LCC

2 TITLE: Work-Life Balance from the Global and Malaysian Perspective CODE: MPU 3312 LEVEL: MPU Semester, 3 & 4 PROGRAMME: Bsc (Hon) Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Nutrition, Dietetics with Nutrition, Chiropractic, Chinese Medicine, Nursing, Nursing Science CONTENT SYNOPSIS This module will provide the students with an understanding of how individuals, families, group and society, irrespective of gender define the concept of work-life balance. This module also reviews the consequences and health related problems in the imbalances in work-life balance. Strategies to work-life balance will be discussed. OBJECTIVES The objective of this module is to: 1. explain the concept of work-life balance 2. generate discussion on balancing work together with life 3. identify the influence of work life balance on health and illness as applied to individuals and groups LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this module, the student should be able to: CLO1: explain the concept of work-life balance CLO2: compare gender differences in work-life balance CLO3: discuss the role of employer and employee in work-life balance CLO4: discuss consequences of an imbalance work-life balance CLO5: discuss strategies which can improve to boost work-life balance among individuals, families, group and society CLO6: develop a plan on how work-life balance can be achieved at work. CLO7: appreciate the importance of effective work-life balance towards self and family. LCC

3 LEARNING HOURS CONTACT HOURS: TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS: Lectures 12 hours Lectures 12 hours E-learning 16 hours E-learning 16 hours Independent Learning 24 hours Continuous Assessment 12 hours Summative Assessment 16 hours TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 28 HOURS TOTAL LEARNING HOURS: 80 HOURS ASSESSMENTS: Formative Assessments Online quizzes Summative Assessments Assignment 1 Online Note book entries 1 & 2 You will be prompted to answer a question based on the reading material. Write your thoughts and reflections in the Note book. Each entry must not be less than 200 words. Assignment 2 Online Notebook entries 3 & 4 You will be prompted to answer a question based on the reading material. Write your thoughts and reflections in the Note book. Each entry must not be less than 200 words. CAL Online Academic discussion This online discussion takes place in a group of 6-8 students. You will be given a topic to discuss. You are encouraged to draw from your personal experiences and from your readings (include references). You are required to post 2 entries and respond to your group members during the given duration. Each entry must not be less than 80 words. 20% 20% 30% LCC

4 Final examination You will be given a case study to analyse and respond to in essay format. 30% SYLLABUS: 1. Introduction to Work-Life Balance (Lecture 2 hours, Independent learning 2 hour) a. Definition to topic b. Founder of the concept c. The global and Malaysian perspective 2. Gender differences (Lecture - 1 hour, CAL discussion 5 hours, independent learning 6 hours) a. Women s work-life balance b. Men s work-life balance 3. Role of employer and employee (Lecture - 4 hour, tutorial 2 hours, independent learning - 6 hours) a. Employer i. Empowerment to staff ii. Flexible working iii. Create meaning iv. Develop talented people v. Effective technology b. Employee i. Commitment ii. Loyal iii. Productive iv. Job retention 4. Health problems related to work-life imbalance (Lecture - 1 hour, elearning 3 hours, independent learning 4 hours) a. Physical manifestations b. Mental manifestations c. Emotional manifestations LCC

5 5. Consequences of an imbalance (elearning activities 4 hours, independent learning 4 hours) a. Work-life balance realities and threats 6. Strategies to boost work-life balance (lecture - 1 hour, discussion 5 hours, independent learning 6 hours) a. Home b. Work c. Self ATTENDANCE RELATED REQUIREMENTS: This module has a total of 7 sessions for teaching and learning including assessments. Students who fail to achieve 75% attendance will be at risk of failing the module. REFERENCES: Leddy, S. K. (2006). Health Promotion: Mobilizing Strengths to Enhance Health, Wellness, and Well-Being. Philadelphia: F.A.Davis Seislove, E. B. (2011). Pure and Simple: Work-Life Balance. Journal of Trauma Nursing; 18(4): Simmons, S. (2012). Striving for work-life balance. Retrieved from: Lippincott s 2012 Nursing Career Directory LCC