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MMBA8185 – Behavioural Economics
2023 – Term 3, In person-scheduled-intensive, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Professor Maroš Servátka
Maros Servatka
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MBA or GradCertMgtPostMBA or GradDipMgt
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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 an opportunity to critically examine a topical issue in management from a behavioural economics perspective. The topic will depend on the current global and domestic business environment. The content is likely to vary from offering to offering however each will support the goal to develop managers with strong professional skills. The course will seek to combine underlying theory with a strong practical emphasis to support advanced specific knowledge, critical thinking and communication capabilities. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Evaluate an array of empirical findings on behavioural phenomena to develop and communicate solutions to problems.
- ULO2: Apply behavioural economics insights to formulate informed managerial decisions and business strategies.
- ULO3: Critically reflect on how changes in incentives interact and how the resulting economic environment affects performance.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Submission Penalty (written assessments) Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern.
For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to submit an application for Special Consideration.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Presentation | 40% | No | July 8-9, 29-30. Details on Ilearn |
| Essay | 60% | No | Aug 13 |
Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: July 8-9, 29-30. Details on Ilearn
Weighting: 40%
Students will work in groups to analyse and research a current topic or issue. They will present their findings individually, but in a group context. This task is worth a total of 40%, of which half will be derived from the individual’s 10 minute oral presentation. The remaining half is based on the quality of the presented research as a whole.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate an array of empirical findings on behavioural phenomena to develop and communicate solutions to problems.
- Apply behavioural economics insights to formulate informed managerial decisions and business strategies.
- Critically reflect on how changes in incentives interact and how the resulting economic environment affects performance.
Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 50 hours
Due: Aug 13
Weighting: 60%
The essay is on a topic of the student's own choosing. The development of the idea will be discussed with the lecturer and then transformed into a written submission of between 3,000 and 4,000 words.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate an array of empirical findings on behavioural phenomena to develop and communicate solutions to problems.
- Apply behavioural economics insights to formulate informed managerial decisions and business strategies.
- Critically reflect on how changes in incentives interact and how the resulting economic environment affects performance.
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
Please see Ilearn for resources and Timetable for lecture times and location.
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
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution 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
Academic Integrity
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Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
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- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
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Unit information based on version 2023.01 of the Handbook