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ACCG903 – CPA - Global Strategy and Leadership
2014 – MQC S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
City Campus Unit Convenor
Patrick Gallagher
Contact via patrick.gallagher@mq.edu.au
MQC Level 2
Thursday 11.30 to 12.30
Unit Moderator
Rahat Munir
Contact via rahat.munir@mq.edu.au
North Ryde Unit Convenor
Melanie Seifert
Contact via melanie.seifert@mq.edu.au
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
ACCG907 and ACCG908 and ACCG913
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit provides extended formal academic support for full-time students concurrently enrolled in the Global Strategy and Leadership unit of the CPA program. Specifically this unit provides students with a framework and the necessary analytical tools in order to develop and implement strategy. The unit covers a number of modules which predominantly follow a rational, or traditional analytical approach to the strategic management cycle – analysis, choice, and implementation. A number of approaches available to leaders will be examined.
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop social and interpersonal skills in a group work context
- Develop communication and presentation skills relating to strategy and strategic leadership
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Due |
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| 1. Class Test | 10% | 28 August 2014 |
| 2. Class Test | 30% | Week commencing 29 September |
| 3. Group Report/Presentation | 30% | 6 November 2014 |
| 4. Final Examination | 30% | Monday 20 October |
1. Class Test
Due: 28 August 2014
Weighting: 10%
Submission: This test is 30 minutes in duration. It is taken in class. It includes 10 multiple choice questions and also short written answers to questions.
This is NOT an open book test.
Extension: No extension will be granted without a valid Disruption to Studies application being lodged and approved. To be valid all requirements and lodgment timelines must be met. See relevant Faculty and University policies.
Penalties: Zero marks for non-submission.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
2. Class Test
Due: Week commencing 29 September
Weighting: 30%
Submission: A 3 hour test (conducted as an invigilated exam) addressing understanding of concepts and techniques which are assessed by reference to discussion and exploration of a detailed case study. Further information regarding the format of the exam will be made available prior to the exam in class and on iLearn.
This exam will cover all topics addressed in Classes One to Seven.
This is an OPEN BOOK test.
The date and time will be advised on iLearn when the North Ryde test date is determined. This test will be held at the same day and time as the North Ryde test.
Extension: No supplementary exam is available and no extension is possible.
Penalties: Consistent will all MACC CPA extension units, students who miss this exam will score zero marks. Absence substantiated by valid 'Disruption to Studies' application (meeting all requirements, including timelines) and which is then approved may permit the CPA Australia exam to be treated as comprising 60% of overall assessment for this Unit.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop communication and presentation skills relating to strategy and strategic leadership
3. Group Report/Presentation
Due: 6 November 2014
Weighting: 30%
Students will work in groups (maximum size 5 students). Groups will be finalised in Week 3.
Submission:
Proposal (5%)
Groups are required to submit a report providing the selected company for their review and the basis for selection. This is to be handed in at the start of the class in Week 5.
Report (20%)
A 5000 word report is required based on an existing company. This report is to be submitted to your lecturer at the start of each group's presentation.
Presentation (5%)
The presentation is to be made in class. Maximum presentation time for each group is 30 minutes. Each group member must speak for at least four minutes..
Further details will be provided in the unit "Assessment Guide" and on iLearn.
Extension: No extension wil be granted as the group should be able to plan in advance. If you are having difficulties working within your group you should speak to your lecturer.
Penalties: A mark of ZERO will be assigned for late submission. Where any aspect of this assessment item is not completed on time and satisfactorily by a group member that group member will score zero marks for the entire assessment component (that is the student will score zero out of 30) unless a Disruption to Studies application is lodged according to university requirements and that application is subsequently approved this allowing merit based consideration of the circumstances within an appropriate academic forum.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop social and interpersonal skills in a group work context
- Develop communication and presentation skills relating to strategy and strategic leadership
4. Final Examination
Due: Monday 20 October
Weighting: 30%
The times, locations and administration details of CPA Australia Examinations are determined by CPA Australia. You may expect to be advised in writing by CPA Australia of the rules and examination details.
NOTE that Monday 20 October is stated by CPA Australia as being the date for 'paper based exams'. CPA Australia also refers to computer based exams and these are held at other times. IT IS CRUCIAL THAT YOU ENSURE YOU ARE FULLY AWARE OF CPA Australia EXAM DATES AND TIMES as they affect you. You MUST obtain these details from CPA Australia and you cannot rely on advice from Macquarie University regarding CPA Australia exam dates or administration.
Submission: Subject to the rules applicable to CPA Australia.
Extension: Subject to the rules applicable to CPA Australia
Penalties: Obtain at least a PASS assessment in the CPA external examination.
Students who do not achieve at least a Pass grade in the CPA Australia exams should discuss this with Macquarie City Campus administration staff to establish their ongoing status within Macquarie University.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop communication and presentation skills relating to strategy and strategic leadership
Delivery and Resources
Classes
This unit requires PREPARATION for and ATTENDANCE at one 3 hour class per week.
Class attendance is required and rolls are marked each week.
Required and Recommended Texts and/or Materials
Prescribed Text:
CPA Program 'Segment Study Materials' for the segment CPA117 Global Strategy and Leadership Edition 14a (as updated for Semester 2 1014) CPA Australia and DeakinPrime Australia 2014.
Recommended Reading:
Johnson G., Scholes, K., Whittington R. (2008), Exploring Corporate Strategy: Texts and Cases 8th ed, Prentice Hall, Harlow, Essex.
Hubbard, G., Rice, I., Beamish, P (2008), Strategic Management: Thinking, Analysis, Action 3rd ed, Pearson Education Australia, Frenchs Forest.
Students can also access additional materials using the CPA My Online Learning web site. The CPA program guide is made available to students upon enrolment with CPA Australia and this provides relevant information. Students are encouraged to use CPA Australia materials fully and freely.
There is generally a large amount of published literature available concerning strategic management. Students are therefore also encouraged to perform their own research (eg library, internet) during the semester to further explore the content covered within the prescribed and suggested reference texts, and, in class discussion.
Unit Web Page
Course material is available on the learning management system (iLearn). The web page for this unit can be found at http://ilearn.mq.edu.au. Ensure that you have regular access to technology that has reliable connectivity to the internet.
- The Webpage will contain important unit materials including:
- Course details—An outline of the unit
- Announcements—notices updating students on important matters regarding the unit
- Powerpoint screens providing guidance for each class
- Personal assessment results available to each student
Teaching and Learning Activities
Classes each week will provide students with the main concepts and techniques and these will cover the most significant parts of the content from the CPA Material. Students are expected to work through the material independently and to read the relevant module prior to lecture attendance. Class discussions/activities will be undertaken each week in order to consolidate students' knowledge and to ensure effective proofessionbal communication skills.
For each module, PowerPoint class guidance notes will be placed on iLearn before the class. They are NOT intended to, nor do they stand alone nor do they in any way replace compulsory lecture attendance and FULL READING OF THE CPA Modules. They are provided for your convenience.
You should not rely on notes provided by the lecturer for detailed study purposes nor most importantly can they be taken as being a defined indicator of CPA exam content.
Active participation in class is expected of every student. This helps clarify ideas, understanding and problem areas with the material, as well as enhancing your communication skills.
Enhance your chances of success in this unit:
Previously, MACC program staff engaged in a significant research project that was designed to investigate and find ways to enhance student participation in the classroom.
Students who were interviewed during the research project stated that participating in classroom discussions, answering lecturer’s questions and engaging in meaningful discussion with colleagues when directed by the lecturer:
1. assists them in retaining information and maintaining interest and concentration
2. allows them to clarify or check their understanding
3. provides opportunities to enhance and reinforce knowledge and learn from other students
4. improves their English proficiency
5. supports their development of communication skills develops skills needed in professional practice.
Lecturers expect students to participate in class as it:
1. provides opportunities for students to review or clarify lecture content and benefit from the experience of other students
2. assists students to think about concepts and test whether their understanding is correct
3. develops confidence in speaking
4. provides opportunities to think in a different way
The research concluded that the benefits of participation include:
- enhancing the learning process
- meeting lecturers’ expectations of students
- helping to increase communication skills.
Unit Schedule
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Topic/Content |
CPA Reading: CPA Handbook |
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Week 1
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An Introduction to Strategy & Leadership
- Introduction - Review of Unit Guide - Establishment of Groups for Group Assessment
- Origins and approaches of strategy - The strategy process - The global context of business
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Module 1 |
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Week 2
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Understanding the External Environment
- External Environment Analysis - Remote and Industry analysis - Understanding customers and markets - The basis of competition |
Module 2
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Week 3
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Understanding the Internal Environment
- Key stakeholder requirements - Strategic drivers - Operational drivers - People and Organisational drivers - Qualitative Analysis |
Module 3
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Week 4
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In Class Test (10% of assessment)
Group Work allowed for Group Assessment
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Week 5 |
Group Report Proposal (5%) due at the start of the class Product and Market Development - Product and market options - New Product Development - New Market Development - Development of new geographic markets - Accounting Issues in global strategy - Common modes of entry into new geographic markets |
Module 4 |
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Week 6
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Developing the Strategy
- Developing the strategy - Risk assessment - Risk Assessment - Developing strategic themes - Evaluating strategic themes - Creating the plan
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Module 5
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Week 7
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Strategy Implementation
- How to Implement Strategy - Challenges of implementing strategy - Role of CPA in strategic implementation - Future challenges Leadership and Decision Making
- Leadership and Ethics - What is leadership? - Identifying Leadership traits - Strategic Leadership - The role of leaders in: - strategic thinking and decision making - strategic analysis - setting direction - strategy formulation and selection - implementing strategy |
Module 6 and Module 7
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Week 8
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Strategy, Leadership and Communication
- A session conducted to assist students with case studies and presentations within the strategic management process
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Week 9
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No Classes MID SEMESTER BREAK
Mid Semester Exam (30%) will be held during the mid semester break. The date will be advised. |
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Week 10
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No Classes
MID SEMESTER BREAK
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Week 11
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Case Study Practice Session |
In Class |
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Week 12
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No Classes
CPA Exam Period
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Week 13
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No Classes
CPA Exam Period
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Week 14
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Group Report and Presentation - Report Due this week |
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Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html
Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. You may find of particular interest those which can be found in the Learning and Teaching category.
Academic Honesty
The nature of scholarly endeavour, dependent as it is on the work of others, binds all members of the University community to abide by the principles of academic honesty. Its fundamental principle is that all staff and students act with integrity in the creation, development, application and use of ideas and information. This means that:
- all academic work claimed as original is the work of the author making the claim
- all academic collaborations are acknowledged
- academic work is not falsified in any way
- when the ideas of others are used, these ideas are acknowledged appropriately.
Further information on the academic honesty can be found in the Macquarie University Academic Honesty Policy athttp://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Grades
Macquarie University uses the following grades in coursework units of study:
- HD - High Distinction
- D - Distinction
- CR - Credit
- P - Pass
- F - Fail
Grade descriptors and other information concerning grading are contained in the Macquarie University Grading Policy which is available at:
http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
Students must obtain at least a PASS assessment in the CPA external examination. Note that if you do NOT pass the CPA Australia exam then you cannot attain a pass in this unit in this session.
Grading Appeals and Final Examination Script Viewing
If, at the conclusion of the unit, you have performed below expectations, and are considering lodging an appeal of grade and/or viewing your final exam script please refer to the following website which provides information about these processes and the cut off dates in the first instance. Please read the instructions provided concerning what constitutes a valid grounds for appeal before appealing your grade.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Graduate Capabilities
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
Assessment tasks
- 1. Class Test
- 2. Class Test
- 3. Group Report/Presentation
- 4. Final Examination
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Understand and apply the terms strategy and leadership, their relationship, and, consider various viewpoints within these areas
- Theorise concepts such as a) remote environment, b) industry analysis, c) competitor and key customer analysis, d) capability analysis, e) stakeholder analysis and performance measurement. To theorise the concept of f) gap analysis and the g) various options available to organisations in order to h) formulate and make choices about desired strategic directions
- Analyse the role of leaders in developing and implementing strategy and be able to apply the strategy and leadership concepts learned to case analysis undertaken throughout the course, and, to a real case selected by the student in a group context
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop social and interpersonal skills in a group work context
Assessment tasks
- 2. Class Test
- 3. Group Report/Presentation
- 4. Final Examination
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Develop professional skills and capabilities in strategic thinking
- Develop social and interpersonal skills in a group work context
- Develop communication and presentation skills relating to strategy and strategic leadership
Assessment tasks
- 2. Class Test
- 3. Group Report/Presentation
- 4. Final Examination
Changes from Previous Offering
Research and Practice
This unit gives you opportunities to conduct your own research and gives you practice in applying research findings in your assessment tasks. Students will be required to use library resources to research beyond these materials in undertaking research necessary to complete their tasks. The unit materials have a reference list at the end of each chapter/module/text containing all references cited by the author. These provide some guidance to references that could be used to research particular issues.