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MGMT7054 – Managing Cultural Diversity
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
Meena Chavan
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MRes
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
To succeed in a globalised business environment, it is imperative for managers to develop a global mindset as a leader and understand contemporary approaches to leading and managing in culturally diverse environments. Cultural Intelligence and cross-cultural communication are key inclusive leadership traits that enable managers to effectively implement and accomplish strategies and tactics in international assignments, and to engage and manage global teams. Core objectives of this unit are to enhance cultural intelligence and cross- cultural communication competence to impart an understanding of how cultural diversity affects managerial behaviour and processes. The unit prepares students to be global minded leaders with cultural intelligence, which is valued as a highly appreciated skill set by future employers. The unit utilises a range of assessments such as simulations, experiential exercises, forums, reflective tasks, case studies, presentations and group activities in order to synthesise students' understanding of cross-cultural theories and their ability to apply their learning in global business settings. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Evaluate and analyse the diversity of cultures and its implications as they relate to business management and examine the intricacy of operating via group interactions in the global market.
- ULO2: Research and appraise the multicultural ‘big picture’ in which global trade and government forces operate and justify the major culture-based challenges (political, social, legal, economic and technological) faced by international managers.
- ULO3: Identify and describe major cultural characteristics including communication styles that characterise regions, nations, communities, organisations, group and individuals.
- ULO4: Use research skills to advance knowledge and apply professional and reflective practice to individual and group learning and communication.
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
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| Online Forums: Case Study Forum and Reflective Experiential Exercise Forum | 40% | No | Weekly |
| Case Study Analysis | 20% | No | Weekly Group Work |
| Research Report | 40% | No | Week 13 |
Online Forums: Case Study Forum and Reflective Experiential Exercise Forum
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 40%
This assessment is a participatory task worth 40% in total. Participation will be in online forums throughout the unit on various case studies, experiential exercises, and reflective tasks.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate and analyse the diversity of cultures and its implications as they relate to business management and examine the intricacy of operating via group interactions in the global market.
- Identify and describe major cultural characteristics including communication styles that characterise regions, nations, communities, organisations, group and individuals.
- Use research skills to advance knowledge and apply professional and reflective practice to individual and group learning and communication.
Case Study Analysis
Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Weekly Group Work
Weighting: 20%
This assessment is worth 20% in total (10% allocated to group performance and 10% allocated to individual performance). It is a 1250 word group case analysis.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate and analyse the diversity of cultures and its implications as they relate to business management and examine the intricacy of operating via group interactions in the global market.
- Research and appraise the multicultural ‘big picture’ in which global trade and government forces operate and justify the major culture-based challenges (political, social, legal, economic and technological) faced by international managers.
Research Report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 40%
This assessment is a research report worth 40% in total with a max length of 4000 words.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Research and appraise the multicultural ‘big picture’ in which global trade and government forces operate and justify the major culture-based challenges (political, social, legal, economic and technological) faced by international managers.
- Identify and describe major cultural characteristics including communication styles that characterise regions, nations, communities, organisations, group and individuals.
- Use research skills to advance knowledge and apply professional and reflective practice to individual and group learning and communication.
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 |
INTERCULTURAL MANAGEMENT IN PRACTICE: LEARNING TO LEAD DIVERSE GLOBAL ORGANISATIONS EMERALD PUBLICATIONS https://books.emeraldinsight.com/page/detail/Intercultural-Management-in-Practice/?k=9781839828270 ISBN: 9781839828270 Published:16 Aug 2021 Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited This book of readings on Diversity and Cross Cultural Management for MBA and Masters programs contains all the required lecture readings. A copy of the required text is also available in the Macquarie Library and obtainable from Booktopia KickStart This unit includes a KickStart package, designed to help you get a head start with your studies. Being well prepared can be the key to success, so be sure to take advantage of KickStart and make it work for you. What is it? KickStart is a package of resources and activities in iLearn that is specific to studying this unit. Your package may include welcome videos from the Unit Convenor, quizzes (not counting toward your final grade), insights from industry experts and tips from previous students on how to succeed in the unit. When is it available? Two weeks before the start of the session, log into iLearn and access the KickStart package. Please note that the activities in the KickStart package do not count towards the final grade of the unit. |
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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://ilearn.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 Leganto on the iLearn Unit page |
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Inherent Requirements |
None |
Unit Schedule
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Lecture: Topic and Reading |
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Assessing the environment: Political, Economic, Legal, Technological |
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Chapter 1 |
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Managing Interdependence: Social Responsibility, Ethics, Sustainability |
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Chapter 2 |
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Understanding the Role of Culture |
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Chapter 3 |
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Communicating Across Cultures |
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Chapter 4 |
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Cross-cultural Negotiation and Decision Making |
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Chapter 5 |
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Formulating Strategy |
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Chapter 6 |
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Implementing Strategy Chapter 7 |
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Organisation Structure and Control systems |
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Chapter 8 |
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Staffing, Training, and Compensation for Global Operations |
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Chapter 9 |
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Developing a Global Management Cadre |
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Chapter 10 |
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Motivating & Leading |
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Chapter 11 |
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International Trends in the Workplace |
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see iLearn |
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- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
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- Grade Appeal Policy
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- Special Consideration Policy
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Results
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Unit information based on version 2021.05 of the Handbook