bua5mgt management fundamentals
MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
BUA5MGT
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will focus on the fundamental principles of management. An exploration of the development of these principles from historical precedents to present day applications will form a significant part of this subject. Students will be expected to develop a body of knowledge regarding the underlying theory used in the practice of contemporary management.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJennifer Laing
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 subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | The Evolution of Management Thought | Recommended | Daniel A. Wren, D.,A. and Bedeian, A., G. (2009) | 6TH EDITION. JOHN WILEY & SONS, INC. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. To apply key theory to contemporary management practice and demonstrate where that theory explains these phenomena
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and case studies cover key management practice and theory. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and debates
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
02. To demonstrate an engagement with the body of knowledge surrounding key management theories and debates
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and research exercises cover key management theories and debates. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and debates.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Information Literacy(Information Literacy)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. To solve critical management issues within a simulated management context
- Activities:
- Group assignment develops capacity and skills to work in a group to achieve specific outcomes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
04. To write critically about management issues
- Activities:
- Individual assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2015, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBret Slade
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar per week on weekends at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Sessions are scheduled weekly 6-9pm and will be video conferenced to regional campuses"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,500 word individual paper | 40 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One group assignment | (3-4 students per group, at 2000 words per person) with viva voce (15-20 mins) (5 mins per student) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Two x 1-hour in-class test | 20 | 01, 02 |
City Campus, 2015, Week 22-23, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBret Slade
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 22 - 23
Four 8.0 hours seminar per study period on any day including weekend at night from week 22 to week 23 and delivered via blended.
"Block delivered daily, May 29-31 and June 1, 9-5pm"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,500 word individual paper | 40 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One group assignment | (3-4 students per group, at 2000 words per person) with viva voce (15-20 mins) (5 mins per student) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Two x 1-hour in-class test | 20 | 01, 02 |
Vietnam, 2015, Week 02-10, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment size60
Enrolment information Hanoi University agreement stipulates a maximum of 60 students Cohort recruitment is capped at 60
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBret Slade
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 02 - 10
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 02 to week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,500 word individual paper | 40 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One group assignment | (3-4 students per group, at 2000 words per person) with viva voce (15-20 mins) (5 mins per student) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Two x 1-hour in-class test | 20 | 01, 02 |