Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Business and Law

School: Business

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• Unit Title

  Management I

• Unit Code

  MAN1100

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  2

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  Online

Description

Management I provides an introduction to fundamental management concepts and principles. The unit covers the evolution of management theory and examines a range of different approaches to the study of management. A detailed analysis of management functions is conducted, exploring current management practices.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Critique contemporary views on managerial prerogative.
2. Describe contemporary management functions.
3. Describe key management concepts and principles using contemporary Australian examples.
4. Discuss the impact of changes in management theory on approaches to managing.
5. Evaluate the impact of increasing stakeholder involvement on organisations and their managers.

Unit Content

1. Communication.
2. Control.
3. Examination of management functions and current management practices.
4. Human Resource Management.
5. Introduction to management.
6. Managing change.
7. Managing in a global environment.
8. Motivation and Leadership.
9. Organisational social responsibility and ethics.
10. Planning and organising.
11. Understanding the internal and external environment.

Additional Learning Experience Information

This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students attend a weekly lecture and tutorial. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts that are relevant in understanding the principles and practices of management. Lectures involve a blend of different experiences including the presentation of fundamental ideas, the opportunity for small group discussions and short videos. On-campus tutorials provide students with the opportunity to discuss in more detail, the application of a number of concepts covered in the text and the lecture. The tutorial also allows students to get feedback on the development of their assessment tasks. Most of this work is done is small groups discussion, allowing students to develop their oral communication, reasoning and problem solving skills, in addition to encouraging a student centred approach to learning. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, research skills and written communication skills. Off-campus students access the program via Blackboard. An electronic version of the on-campus lecture is available for students, in addition to guided support material, review questions and assignment support. The use of online resources and interaction of students between each other and their online tutor allows students to develop their communication skills that rely on electronic media, in addition to encouraging a student centred approach to learning. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, research skills and written communication skills. Regular online access is required.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• ^ Waddell, D., Jones., G.R., & George, J.M. (2013). Contemporary management. (3rd ed.). North Ryde, NSW: McGraw-Hill.
• Carlopio, J., & Andrewartha, G. (2012). Developing management skills: A comprehensive guide for leaders (5th ed). Frenchs Forest NSW: Pearson.
• Kinicki, A., Scott-Ladd, B., Perry, M., & Williams, B. (2015). Management: A practical introduction. McGraw-Hill: Australia.

Journal References

• Academy of Management Review
• Harvard Business Review
• Human Resource Management Australia
• Work and People
• Business Review Weekly

^ Mandatory reference