BUA5MGT
MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
BUA5MGT
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will analyse the fundamental theories and principles of management and apply these in practice to management today. You will critically reflect on your own management practice or observe others in management roles to link theory and practice and strengthen your managerial competencies.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in LMMBA or HZMBHA or LMMBAH or LMMBAA or LZFABA to do this subject.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUO5MGT
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Management | Recommended | Schermerhorn, J. R., Davidson, P., Poole, D., Woods, P., Simon, A. and McBarron, E. (2013) | 5TH ASIA PACIFIC EDITION. WILEY |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically analyse key management theories and principles
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and case studies cover key management practice and theory. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and principles.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
02. Apply key theories to contemporary management practice and demonstrate the relevance of these theories to management today.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and research exercises cover key management theories. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and principles.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
03. Develop solutions for critical management issues.
- Activities:
- Group assessment develops capacity and skills to work in a group to achieve specific outcomes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
04. Reflect on own or others' management issues
- Activities:
- Individual assignment and in-class activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2018, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Please refer to MBA Student Information LMS Page for days and times."
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
One in-class group presentation - case study | 10 minute group presentation plus 10 minute questions and feedback. Usually 3-4 students per group (Broadly equivalent to 500 words per person) | 20 | 01, 02, 03 |
One 2000 word individual essay | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
One 2500 word individual report | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2018, Week 16-17, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 16 - 17
Four 8.0 hours seminar per study period on any day including weekend at night from week 16 to week 17 and delivered via blended.
"Please refer to MBA Student Information LMS Page for dates and times."
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
One in-class group presentation - case study | 10 minute group presentation plus 10 minute questions and feedback. Usually 3-4 students per group (Broadly equivalent to 500 words per person) | 20 | 01, 02, 03 |
One 2000 word individual essay | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
One 2500 word individual report | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |