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MGMT3904 – Creativity and Innovation
2021 – Session 2, Special circumstances
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Max Ganzin
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
130cp at 1000 level or above including MGMT1020 or MGMT2080 or MGMT2901 or BBA220 or BBA280 or MGMT201
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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 will engage the use of creativity as a business tool for leaders and entrepreneurs. Students will learn about the value of creativity in business, how it relates to innovation and why it plays an important role in organisations today. The unit will present strategies for spurring, managing and enhancing creativity and innovation. Students will learn to explore and design their own creative stimulations and place these within a business context. This unit will also explore how best to engage others in both innovative and creative thinking, that would contribute positively to the organisation. |
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:
- ULO1: Identify and describe the value of creativity in business, how it relates to innovation and why it plays an important role in organisations today.
- ULO2: Analyse the strategies for spurring, managing and enhancing creativity and innovation to solve problems.
- ULO3: Employ a range of strategies to communicate creative solutions to business and societal problems.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Policy:
Late assessment submissions must be submitted through the appropriate submission link in iLearn. No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late. Late submissions will not be accepted after solutions have been discussed and/or made available.
Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Creative Project | 40% | No | Weeks 4, 6, and 7 |
| Group Innovation Project | 40% | No | Weeks 11 and 12 |
| Written Task | 20% | No | Week 13 |
Creative Project
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Weeks 4, 6, and 7
Weighting: 40%
Each student will develop a creative project that will centre around possible solutions that could solve certain societal issue. These solutions could be either business or philanthropic in origin, but most importantly they must be UNIQUE! The student will present this project in any form of creative production that they wish that is of a visual nature. eg. poster, film or any other creative medium The assessment is divided into tasks: 1. Create a Mind map centring around a societal issue. 2. Produce a creative production that depicts the solution to the societal issue chosen. This will be marked in class by both peers and academics. The Project will need to be displayed and students will be required to answer any questions put to them by their peers and/or academics during the class display.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and describe the value of creativity in business, how it relates to innovation and why it plays an important role in organisations today.
- Analyse the strategies for spurring, managing and enhancing creativity and innovation to solve problems.
- Employ a range of strategies to communicate creative solutions to business and societal problems.
Group Innovation Project
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Weeks 11 and 12
Weighting: 40%
In groups of 4-5, students will undertake an agreed innovative group project. The project will centre on a range of issues which will be entrepreneurial, business and/or leadership focused. Each group will decide what the issue will be and undertake the various assessment tasks outlined below. These issues will be discussed in the tutorial workshops. In developing the idea/s, existing issues can be utilised but the solution/s must be expanded on significantly to warrant being innovative and creative in nature and how the changes will be implemented.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the strategies for spurring, managing and enhancing creativity and innovation to solve problems.
- Employ a range of strategies to communicate creative solutions to business and societal problems.
Written Task
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 20%
This assessment task requires you to research and communicate your findings on contemporary innovation approaches and why they play an important role in organisations today.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and describe the value of creativity in business, how it relates to innovation and why it plays an important role in organisations today.
- Analyse the strategies for spurring, managing and enhancing creativity and innovation to solve problems.
- Employ a range of strategies to communicate creative solutions to business and societal problems.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
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Required Text |
None. Readings will be available on iLearn |
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Unit Web Page |
The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
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Technology Used and Required |
Students are required to have access to a personal computer and familiarise themselves with iLearn (https://il e arn.mq.edu.au/login/). iLearn will be used to post lecture slides, assessment details, student grades and as a means of communication between staff members and students. |
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Delivery Format and Other Details |
The timetable for classes can be found on the University web site at: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/ |
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Recommended readings |
Recommended readings are provided via the links on the iLearn Unit page |
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Inherent Requirements |
None |
Unit Schedule
Please see iLearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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 help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
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
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Unit information based on version 2021.02 of the Handbook