This document provides an introduction to personal development planning (PDP) for business students at University College Dublin. It outlines what PDP is, why it is important, and the student's role in the process. PDP involves regularly reflecting on skills and experiences, planning next steps, taking action, and reviewing progress. Students must maintain a portfolio of achievements and skills. The portfolio provides evidence of employability and is a requirement for passing a third-year module. Students are encouraged to identify and develop technical, personal, and interpersonal skills through formal coursework and extracurricular activities.