buo5isk mis and knowledge management
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
BUO5ISK
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides a detailed coverage of Knowledge Management concepts and methodologies which includes knowledge creation, knowledge architecture, and knowledge codification. This subject also explores the Knowledge Management systems life cycle that includes capturing, transferring, sharing and managing organizational knowledge. Through this process-oriented examination of the relevant stages, students will understand the importance of striking a balance between the behavioural and technical aspects of Knowledge Management.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMei-Tai Chu
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in LMMBAO to do this subject.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUA5ISK
Equivalent subjects BUA5ISK
Special conditions Students must be enrolled in LMMBAO to do this subject.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Knowledge Management | Prescribed | Awad, M and Ghaziri, H | 2ND EDITION, PEARSON |
| Readings | The Complete Idiot's Guide to Knowledge Management | Recommended | Rumizen, M 2002 | ALPHA |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Devise and implement an appropriate and comprehensive knowledge management plan in a given situation
- Activities:
- Construct knowledge management project and solve the problem for chosen business case
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
02. Employ conceptual frameworks to various contexts to improve knowledge management practice
- Activities:
- Frame knowledge management judgements and position practice and work with professionals
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
03. Identify rapid changes in process, technology and people of knowledge management to effectively lead the organization.
- Activities:
- Understand various perceptions of knowledge management and make judgements about their personal perspective within this spectrum
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Work effectively as part of a team in diverse contexts
- Activities:
- Build effective relationships with team members in diverse contexts such as case study group or class discussion
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Online, 2015, Teaching Session 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMei-Tai Chu
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 24 - 29
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week from week 24 to week 29 and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group based Assignment (Knowledge Management Implementation Plan, 3000-3500 words) | remains the same assessment | 50 | 03, 02, 01, 04 |
| Case Study Analysis | 2000 words, remains the same assessment | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Participation & Leadership | remains the same assessment | 20 | 03, 02, 01, 04 |
Online, 2015, Teaching Session 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMei-Tai Chu
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 38 - 43
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 38 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group based Assignment (Knowledge Management Implementation Plan, 3000-3500 words) | remains the same assessment | 50 | 03, 02, 01, 04 |
| Case Study Analysis | 2000 words, remains the same assessment | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Participation & Leadership | remains the same assessment | 20 | 03, 02, 01, 04 |