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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.
This unit is designed to provide first-hand experience concerning business issues and opportunities in another country. Through a combination of site visits, local seminars and on-ground activities, students will build their knowledge of the national culture, institutional structures, the key issues associated with operating a business in the country and what opportunities may exist locally for new business. The study tour aims to provide students with first-hand knowledge and experience of business operations that relate to different business disciplines. The tour will provide students with an opportunity to draw together theory and practice concerning the country that they visit. Acceptance to this unit will be by application only.
Once the study tour dates have been confirmed some pre-departure classes will be held on-campus and online. Students will then attend the international study tour as per the dates advertised.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit comprises participation in an intensive field trip to a country, usually in Europe or Asia. The field trip (varies between one and two weeks) includes visits to multinational corporations, local businesses, universities and/or government departments and will involve a combination of on-site visits, lectures, briefings, meetings and/or presentations. Students will usually be required to complete assessments pre and post tour. Classes will provide background material and practical pre-departure information. Participation is required and will be assessed as part of the Learning Journal assessment item. The travel and study schedule will be arranged by the Unit Coordinator.
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 School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Pre-departure Case Study Analysis | 25% |
| Journal | Learning Journal Covering Study Tour | 25% |
| Report | Report on a Selected Business Opportunity. | 50% |
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.
This unit is designed to provide first-hand experience concerning business issues and opportunities in another country. Through a combination of site visits, local seminars and on-ground activities, students will build their knowledge of the national culture, institutional structures, the key issues associated with operating a business in the country and what opportunities may exist locally for new business. The study tour aims to provide students with first-hand knowledge and experience of business operations that relate to different business disciplines. The tour will provide students with an opportunity to draw together theory and practice concerning the country that they visit. Acceptance to this unit will be by application only.
Once the study tour dates have been confirmed some pre-departure classes will be held on-campus and online. Students will then attend the international study tour as per the dates advertised.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit comprises participation in an intensive field trip to a country, usually in Europe or Asia. The field trip (varies between one and two weeks) includes visits to multinational corporations, local businesses, universities and/or government departments and will involve a combination of on-site visits, lectures, briefings, meetings and/or presentations. Students will usually be required to complete assessments pre and post tour. Classes will provide background material and practical pre-departure information. Participation is required and will be assessed as part of the Learning Journal assessment item. The travel and study schedule will be arranged by the Unit Coordinator.
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 School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Pre-departure Case Study Analysis | 25% |
| Journal | Learning Journal Covering Study Tour | 25% |
| Report | Report on a Selected Business Opportunity. | 50% |
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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