RISK AND COMPLIANCE
MGT5RCO
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject ties together the fundamental frameworks of risk and compliance. It provides a practical foundation of approaches to both risk management and compliance. It highlights legal requirements in terms of privacy, trade practices and equal opportunity, health and safety.
School: La Trobe Business School
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Michael Wildenauer
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: International student enrolment is limited to international students enrolled in one of the following courses: LMCGR, LMMGT, LMMEI, LMMHR, LMPM, LMMSM, LMIBUS, LZFAPA.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: This subject is managed and delivered by the Governance Institute of Australia. Students are recommended to take Governance in a Globalising World - IBU5GW, Corporate Accountability - MGT5CAC, and Applied Corporate Law - MGT5ACL prior to enrolling in this subject. Students are recommended to contact the subject coordinator prior to enrolling.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | On-line recources - academic and industry articles, research papers and other resources | Prescribed | TBA | TBA |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe the risk management and compliance frameworks and understand the main tools and techniques for managing risk
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field supported with pre-assigned questions and case studies. Project / case study
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Understand business continuity management and business impact assessment
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field supported with pre-assigned questions and case studies. Project / case study
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Understand the main drivers of environmental risk and its application in practice.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field supported with pre-assigned questions and case studies. Project / case study
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- 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)
04. Describe the key issues in employment law, work-based issues and and risk management issues associated with the work place
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field supported with pre-assigned questions and case studies. Project / case study
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Apply principles associated with risk management and compliance to a practical setting through case studies.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field supported with pre-assigned questions and case studies. Project / case study
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- 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)
City Campus, 2017, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Jennifer Spoor
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
City Campus, 2017, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolment: No
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Michael Wildenauer
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Twelve 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week on any day including weekend from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Subject coordinator to provide schedule"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment - 2,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Examination | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |