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MGMT255 – Global Population Challenges
2019 – S1 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor / Lecturer
Salut Muhidin
Contact via Email
Please view consultation hours via iLearn - https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/
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| Credit points |
Credit points
3
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
18cp at 100 level or above
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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 examines the impact of global population issues and challenges on business management. It focuses on demographic changes in both the developed and developing countries. The unit addresses key concerns for managers operating in international business contexts. Some of the topics covered include: population growth and development; social and economic consequences of population mobility and their implications for internal and external labour markets; the challenges of an ageing population and ageing workforce for business and management; the crisis of low fertility rates in the most developed countries; and the environmental impacts of population change.
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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:
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
- Develop and perform an ability to engage in teamwork in research projects and communicate results/findings through oral and written presentations.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Essay & Reflection | 25% | No | Week 4 and Week 6 |
| Research Project Report | 20% | No | Week 9 |
| Group Video Presentation | 15% | No | Week 11 |
| Final Exam | 40% | No | University Examination Period |
Essay & Reflection
Due: Week 4 and Week 6
Weighting: 25%
Late tasks must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission incurs a 20%). Late submissions will be accepted up to 96 hours after the due date and time.
This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
Research Project Report
Due: Week 9
Weighting: 20%
Late reports must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extension will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission incurs a 20% deduction). Late submissions will be accepted up to 96 hours after the due date and time.
This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for special consideration is made and approved. Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
- Develop and perform an ability to engage in teamwork in research projects and communicate results/findings through oral and written presentations.
Group Video Presentation
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 15%
The main objectives of this video presentation are to communicate clear and accurate information in an engaging manner for an audience of their peers. It is evaluated on the basis of its accuracy, academic rigour, clarity, and ability to engage the viewers
This assessment is the second part of the research project that consists of two parts: an individual research report and a group video presentation. A group of students (4, 5 or 6 persons) with the same/ similar research topic form a group for a video presentation. Information session on this project will be conducted in week 4.
Type of Collaboration Group Submission Please Submit Via Turnitin Link on iLearn Format Please refer to the iLearn Unit page Length Video/movie presentation will be approximately 5-8 minutes in length Inherent Task Requirements Physical attendance is required to complete the Group Presentation task. Late SubmissionLate reports must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission incurs a 20%). Late submissions will be accepted up to 96 hours after the due date and time.
This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to engage in teamwork in research projects and communicate results/findings through oral and written presentations.
Final Exam
Due: University Examination Period
Weighting: 40%
Final Exam Assessment Summary
Task Description A final examination is included as an assessment task for this unit to provide assurance that: (i) the product belongs to the student and (ii) the student has attained the knowledge and skills tested in the exam. Type of Collaboration: Individual Submission: You are expected to present yourself for examination at the time and place designated in the University Examination Timetable Format: Please refer to the iLearn Unit page. The exam will incorporate multiple parts, including short answers and essays on certain global population themes covered in the unit. Length: Approximately 2 hours Inherent Task Requirements None Late SubmissionPlease see Assessment Policy Schedule 4.
The only exception to not sitting an examination at the designated time in the University Examination Timetable is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruption. In these circumstances you may wish to consider applying for special consideration.This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
Delivery and Resources
| Required text |
It is available for purchase from the Co-op Bookshop. |
| Unit web page | The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
| Technology Used and Required |
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| Delivery Format and Other Details |
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| Recommended readings |
Students are advised to be familiar with demographic concepts and techniques by consulting the book on "Demographic Methods and Concepts" by Donald T. Rowland (2003); available from the Co-op Bookshop; or "Demographic Techniques" by A.H. Pollard, F. Yusuf and G.N. Pollard (available in the special Reserve Section of the Library). Students will also be referred to books, book chapters, and other materials for the weekly lectures. A list of references for the various topics covered in the unit is available online via iLearn. |
Unit Schedule
| Week | Lecture Topic & Readings | Tutorial Topic |
| 1 | Unit Introduction: Global Population Growth and International Business | No Tutorial |
| 2 | Population Dynamic and the Climate Change | 1. Introduction |
| 3 | Population Ageing: Challenges in Labour Market | 2. Global Population |
| 4 | International Migration: More Open Borders? | 3. Climate Change |
| 5 | Global Health Challenges: Preventive or Curative Care? | 4. Ageing Population |
| 6 | Population and the Internet: Citizen of Social Media | 5. Border Security |
| 7 | Guest Lecturer | 6. Health Issues |
| 8 | Indigenous Population around the World | 7. Social Media |
| 9 | Population Policies: National and International | 8. Global citizen |
| 10 | Applied Demography in Community Planning | 9. Pop. Policies |
| 11 | Population Issues and Business Opportunities | 10. Presentation I |
| 12 | Students' Videos Presentation (Final Stage) | 11. Presentation II |
| 13 | Course Wrap-up and Evaluation | 12. Exam Preparation |
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). 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 (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/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/study/getting-started/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 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 at http://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
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.
Special Consideration Policy
The University is committed to equity and fairness in all aspects of its learning and teaching. In stating this commitment, the University recognises that there may be circumstances where a student is prevented by unavoidable disruption from performing in accordance with their ability. A special consideration policy exists to support students who experience serious and unavoidable disruption such that they do not reach their usual demonstrated performance level. The policy is available at: http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/special_consideration/procedure.html
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Graduate Capabilities
Capable of Professional and Personal Judgement and Initiative
We want our graduates to have emotional intelligence and sound interpersonal skills and to demonstrate discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgement. They will exercise initiative as needed. They will be capable of risk assessment, and be able to handle ambiguity and complexity, enabling them to be adaptable in diverse and changing environments.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
Assessment tasks
- Essay & Reflection
- Research Project Report
- Group Video Presentation
- Final Exam
Discipline Specific Knowledge and Skills
Our graduates will take with them the intellectual development, depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content in their chosen fields to make them competent and confident in their subject or profession. They will be able to demonstrate, where relevant, professional technical competence and meet professional standards. They will be able to articulate the structure of knowledge of their discipline, be able to adapt discipline-specific knowledge to novel situations, and be able to contribute from their discipline to inter-disciplinary solutions to problems.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
- Develop and perform an ability to engage in teamwork in research projects and communicate results/findings through oral and written presentations.
Assessment tasks
- Essay & Reflection
- Research Project Report
- Group Video Presentation
- Final Exam
Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
We want our graduates to be capable of reasoning, questioning and analysing, and to integrate and synthesise learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments; to be able to critique constraints, assumptions and limitations; to be able to think independently and systemically in relation to scholarly activity, in the workplace, and in the world. We want them to have a level of scientific and information technology literacy.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
- Develop and perform an ability to engage in teamwork in research projects and communicate results/findings through oral and written presentations.
Assessment tasks
- Essay & Reflection
- Research Project Report
- Group Video Presentation
- Final Exam
Problem Solving and Research Capability
Our graduates should be capable of researching; of analysing, and interpreting and assessing data and information in various forms; of drawing connections across fields of knowledge; and they should be able to relate their knowledge to complex situations at work or in the world, in order to diagnose and solve problems. We want them to have the confidence to take the initiative in doing so, within an awareness of their own limitations.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Recognise and understand various global population issues and challenges and their social, economic and business implications.
- Understand the more advanced concepts and indicators commonly used in demography.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various sources of demographic related data in Australia and overseas countries.
- Develop and perform an ability to critically review the relevance of demography to many contemporary global population issues and business opportunities.
Assessment tasks
- Essay & Reflection
- Research Project Report
- Group Video Presentation
- Final Exam
Changes from Previous Offering
Assessments (including its questions and topics), Group Project topics and Final Examination questions will be different from previous year. An interactive tool padlet is added in this semester.
Global Perspectives and Sustainability
As clearly indicated in the unit's name "Global Population Challenges", a global perspective will be covered in all lecture and tutorial materials in this unit.
The sustainability of human population development are key issues in the demographic analysis and studies.
Research and Practice
This unit uses researches from both Macquarie University researchers and external sources as listed in the references lists on iLearn.
From Macquarie University, most research themes within the Centre for Workforce Futures have been incorporated as the main resources in this unit. Among others, it includes the recent researches on:
- Resource Efficiency and Sustainability in the Workplace Symposium
- Climate change work and employment
- The Case for a National Portable Long Service Leave Scheme in Australia
- Digital Productivity in the Workplace of the Future
- Women, Management and Work
From other sources, it incorporates researches published in highly rank academic journals and internationally well known organizations. Among others, it includes the following journals and organizations:
- Journals: Demography, Journal of Population Research, Lancet, International Migration, and Population Development Review
- Reports and Working Papers Series from UN, WHO and World Bank