bus2sus sustainability
SUSTAINABILITY
BUS2SUS
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces you to the concept of sustainability, and a systems approach to understanding the complex interactions between the environmental, economic and social dimensions of sustainability. The subject attracts students from a range of fields, bringing a multidisciplinary team perspective to the researching, analysis and problem-solving aspects of creating positive change for sustainability. In teams, you are required to critique, design and present an action plan aimed at resolving a sustainability issue that has impacts now and for future generations. This subject provides you with the opportunity to enhance, demonstrate and document work-ready skills appropriate to your chosen career path.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
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 | Online reading list | Prescribed | Swati Nagpal | La Trobe University Library |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify the interplay between the social, environmental and economic pillars of sustainability.
- Activities:
- Group assignment and individual presentation, weekly online quizzes, Individual research essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Recognise the need for individual, team and organisational change for sustainability, and develop the skills and competencies for creating that change.
- Activities:
- Group assignment and individual presentation, weekly online quizzes, Individual research essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
03. Design and evaluate innovative, systems-based solutions through the application of disciplinary knowledge and skills to researching, analysing and resolving sustainability challenges.
- Activities:
- Group assignment and individual presentation, Individual research essay, weekly online quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
04. Engage and communicate professionally and effectively with individuals and teams, in a manner that is respectful of the needs, values, personalities and capabilities of others.
- Activities:
- Group assignment and individual presentation, Individual research essay, weekly online quizzes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
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Albury-Wodonga, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Dandenong, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Shepparton, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2016, Study Period 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2016, Study Period 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 42
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2016, Study Period 3, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based Learning
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2016, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSwati Nagpal
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment with Individual presentation | Groups of 5 (1000 word per student) 10 minute presentation delivery per student | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 2000 - 2500 - word Individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Weekly online quizzes | 9 quizzes in total. Best 7 out of 9 quizzes assessed for marks. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |