buo5mgt management fundamentals
MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
BUO5MGT
2016
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-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites students must be enrolled in LMMBAO, LMMBA or LMMBAA to do this subject
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjects BUA5MGT
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Management | Recommended | Schermerhorn, JR, Davidson, P, Poole D, Woods, P, Simon, A, and McBarron, E 2013 | 5th Asia Pacific Edition, Wiley |
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:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
03. To solve critical management issues within a simulated management context
- Activities:
- Assessment provides opportunity to solve critical management issues.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
04. To write critically about management issues
- Activities:
- Assessment provides opportunity to write critically about management issues.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Online, 2016, Teaching Session 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 7, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 5, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Lecture
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week 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* |
---|---|---|---|
One 1000-word Individual Analysis of a Workplace Scenario | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One 1500-word, Individual Reflection | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
One, 2000-word Individual Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
One Individual Concept Map One Individual 750-word Essay | 30 | 01, 02, 04 | |
Individual Participation in Discussion Activities | 100-400 words variable Every week-day variable | 10 | 01, 02 |