MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
BUA5MGT
2017
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.
School: La Trobe Business School
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Geraldine Kennett
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Students must be enrolled in LMMBA or HZMBHA or LMMBAH or LMMBAA or LZFABA to do this subject.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: BUO5MGT
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/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)
City Campus, 2017, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Geraldine Kennett
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.
"Sessions are scheduled weekly 6-9pm and will be video conferenced to regional campuses"
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, 2017, Week 22-23, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Geraldine Kennett
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 26-29 2017, 9-6pm"
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 |
Vietnam, 2017, Week 02-13, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Geraldine Kennett
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 04 - 05
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 04 to week 05 and delivered via face-to-face.
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 |