BUSM 3004 Contemporary Management Issues

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 200568

Coordinator Pauline Ross Opens in new window

Description This is an engaged subject that requires students to undertake real-world projects to support selected industry or community partners. The subject blends in-class and online activities as well as individual and group work, with self-directed problem-based learning. The focus of students' learning is on sustainable business, including the economic, social and environmental dimensions of business. The in-class workshops support students to conduct the required engagement activities with industry or community partners. As a third-year subject, attention is given to students' application of the knowledge and skills already acquired in their degree programs, and on the practice of business management skills.

School Business

Discipline Business Management

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject

Pre-requisite(s) BUSM 1038 OR
BUSM 1008 OR
BUSM 1019

Equivalent Subjects LGYB 9012 - Contemporary Management Issues

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Report 1,200 words 20 N Individual
Reflection 1,200 words 30 N Individual
Report Report 4,000 words (40%) and Presentation 20 minutes (10%) 50 N Group
Participation 8 Seminars S/U Y Individual

Prescribed Texts

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Teaching Periods