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

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Analyse the broad context of a selection of issues relating to contemporary management;
2. Critically analyse, apply and reflect on the application of a selection of issues of contemporary relevance to management practice, including professional reflective practice;
3. Apply business research skills;
4. Effectively apply theoretical concepts to real-life situations of particular relevance to management practice.

Subject Content

- application of and reflection on The economic, social and environmental dimensions of business management practice.
- application of and reflection on business management skills, such as engaging with others in professional contexts and reflection in professional contexts
- application of and reflection on The Attributes of life-long learning, in The frame of community engagement
- conducting research in business contexts