bua5mgt managing people and culture
MANAGING PEOPLE AND CULTURE
BUA5MGT
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will analyse different philosophical perspectives and approaches to organisational design, culture and managing people. You will be encouraged to undertake a critical evaluation of current thinking on organisational design and change approaches. Through application of different philosophical perspectives to practical case studies, you will be encouraged to understand the manage the opportunities and constraints in designing innovative, flexible and adaptive organisations. You will assess and apply people management theories and practices to optimise changes in organisational design and culture.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in LMMBA or HZMBHA or LMMBAH or LMMBAA or LZFABA to do this subject.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUO5MGT
Equivalent subjects BUO5MGT
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Management and Organisational Theory | Recommended | Miles, JA. 2012 | Jossey-Bass |
| Readings | Philosophies of Organisational Change | Recommended | Smith, A., and Graetz, F. 2011 | Edward Elgar |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse specific organisational problems and develop practical and evidence-based approaches for resolving those problems using a variety of philosophical perspectices to organisational design, culture and managing people.
- Activities:
- Interactive workshops, seminars, industry guest presenters and problem-solving scenarios
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Evaluate the appropriateness of different organisational change frameworks to address organisational issues.
- Activities:
- Interactive workshops, seminars, industry guest presenters and problem-solving scenarios
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Instigate and apply organisational design, culture and change theories and practices that foster an innovative, flexible and adaptive organisation.
- Activities:
- Interactive workshops, seminars, industry guest presenters and problem-solving scenarios
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Adaptability Skills)
04. Assess people management theories, concepts and practices to optimise changes in organisational design and culture.
- Activities:
- Interactive workshops, seminars, industry guest presenters and problem-solving scenarios
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2019, Semester 1, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays at night from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Please refer to MBA Student Information LMS Page for days and times."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual written assignment (2000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Individual written assignment (2500 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| In-class Group case study | 10 minute group presentation plus 10 minute question and feedback session. Usually 3-4 students per group. (Broadly equivalent to 750 words per person) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2019, Week 37-38, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeila Afshari
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 37 - 38
Four 8.0 hours seminar per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 37 to week 38 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Please refer to MBA Student Information LMS Page for dates and times."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual written assignment (2000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Individual written assignment (2500 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| In-class Group case study | 10 minute group presentation plus 10 minute question and feedback session. Usually 3-4 students per group. (Broadly equivalent to 750 words per person) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |