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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The unit is a capstone unit for both the major in Management and major in Sustainable Business Management. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the fundamental concepts underlying the study of strategy, the process of strategic management, and the role of strategy in matching an organisation's competencies with its environment. The student will apply concepts in the analysis and development of strategies for business organisations.
Students must pass 240 credit points
Unit was previously coded MAN3600, XCH9817
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-campus - The mode of delivery for this unit is through weekly on-campus seminars. The teaching and learning approach in this unit is enhanced through in-class discussions of practical industry case studies, where the skills of working effectively with others (specifically team work, task collaboration and working productively with people from diverse cultures), communicating effectively, critical appraisal and the ability to generate ideas are emphasised. Off-campus students access their program online via Blackboard and will include the unit plan, powerpoint slides and any reading materials. Regular online access is required. Students are required to complete individual and group assessment items which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources and industry relevance.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Case Study Presentation | 35% |
| Participation | Participation | 15% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Assignment | 35% |
| Participation | Participation in online discussions | 15% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The unit is a capstone unit for both the major in Management and major in Sustainable Business Management. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the fundamental concepts underlying the study of strategy, the process of strategic management, and the role of strategy in matching an organisation's competencies with its environment. The student will apply concepts in the analysis and development of strategies for business organisations.
Students must pass 240 credit points
Unit was previously coded MAN3600, XCH9817
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-campus - The mode of delivery for this unit is through weekly on-campus seminars. The teaching and learning approach in this unit is enhanced through in-class discussions of practical industry case studies, where the skills of working effectively with others (specifically team work, task collaboration and working productively with people from diverse cultures), communicating effectively, critical appraisal and the ability to generate ideas are emphasised. Off-campus students access their program online via Blackboard and will include the unit plan, powerpoint slides and any reading materials. Regular online access is required. Students are required to complete individual and group assessment items which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, the ability to research effectively using both academic and contemporary sources and industry relevance.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Case Study Presentation | 35% |
| Participation | Participation | 15% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Assignment | 35% |
| Participation | Participation in online discussions | 15% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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