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BUS 651 – Work, Organisation and Management
2019 – S2 Evening
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor/Lecturer
Dr Sarah Bankins
Contact via Email
Please view consultation hours via iLearn - https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/
Lecturer
Raymond Trau
Contact via Email
Please view consultation hours via iLearn - https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MCom or MBioBus or MAcc(Prof)MCom
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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 a graduate-level introduction to theories, concepts, processes and debates in the field. Students taking the unit will critically explore a range of topics which include: the changing nature of work and organisations, the development of modern labour management thought, theoretical foundations for understanding behaviour in the workplace, current trends in management methods, key management roles and functions, gender and work, interconnections between paid and unpaid work, the relationship between work and identity, technological change, and ethics and fairness in organisations.
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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:
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Individual Case Study Report | 30% | No | Week 7 |
| Individual Essay | 30% | No | Week 11 |
| Final Examination | 40% | No | University examination period |
Individual Case Study Report
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 30%
Through completion of this assessment you will develop your case study skills through undertaking research and analysis on a targeted organisation. If applicable, you may refer to this case study in your essay to support your arguments.
You will identify an organisation that is of interest to you AND for which you are able to examine, through research, its work-related management strategies, practices, processes and outcomes and be able to analyse and assess these in relation to the topics discussed in the course.
Type of Collaboration Individual Submission Please Submit Via Turnitin Link on iLearn Format Please refer to the iLearn Unit page Length 2000 words Inherent Task Requirements None Late SubmissionLate tasks must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% made from 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) business days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Individual Essay
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 30%
Late tasks must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% made from 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) business days of the due date and time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Final Examination
Due: University examination period
Weighting: 40%
Please 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:
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Delivery and Resources
| Required text |
This textbook is compulsory and can be purchased from the Macquarie University Co-op Bookshop or accessed via the Library |
| Unit web page | The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
| Technology Used and Required |
Please ensure that you have access to a computer or other device so you are able to use iLearn throughout the course. You will find resources to assist your study on iLearn, such as lecture notes/powerpoint slides, supplementary readings and other resources. Checking iLearn regularly is important to remain updated on unit announcements. During class activities, access to an internet-enabled device will be useful. |
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| Recommended readings |
You will be expected to read any supplementary readings identified to support that week's content. These details will be available via iLearn. You will also find it valuable to get into the practice of reading relevant articles from journals. Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of academic journals you can use to supplement your course readings and assist you with your research for the assessment pieces. These can all be found within the University Library system.
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Unit Schedule
Weekly Program Outline
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Week |
Topic |
Learning & Assessment Activities |
Associated textbook chapter/s |
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1 |
Introduction to the unit, contemporary organisational behaviour and studying work and organisations |
Class activities |
Chapter 1 |
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2 |
The social nature of work |
Class activities |
Chapter 2 |
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3 |
Academic skills development workshop |
Class activities |
N/A |
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4 |
Motivation |
Class activities |
Chapter 6 |
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5 |
Learning |
Class activities |
Chapter 7 |
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6 |
Diversity and people management |
Class activities |
Chapter 9 |
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7 |
Groups and teams |
Class activities
Individual Case Study Report due (Friday by 11.59pm (midnight), submitted online via Turnitin) |
Chapter 10 |
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Mid-semester recess |
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Mid-semester recess |
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8 |
Leadership |
Class activities |
Chapter 12 |
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9 |
Technology |
Class activities |
Chapter 16 |
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10 |
Decision making, ethics and social responsibility |
Class activities |
Chapter 13 |
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11 |
Structure |
Class activities
Individual Essay due (Friday by 11.59pm (midnight), submitted online via Turnitin) |
Chapter 15 |
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12 |
Culture |
Class activities |
Chapter 17 |
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13 |
Course review and exam preparation |
Review activities |
All readings |
Please note: Changes to this outline, if required, will be discussed in class and/or announced on iLearn.
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
Student Support
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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
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IT Help
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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.
Graduate Capabilities
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
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
Assessment tasks
- Individual Case Study Report
- Individual Essay
- Final Examination
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
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Assessment tasks
- Individual Case Study Report
- Individual Essay
- Final Examination
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
- Distinguish key workplace issues, evaluate their effect in organisations, and formulate recommendations for addressing them.
- Compare and contrast different perspectives on, and approaches to, work and management and assess their implications for organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate organisational practices, regarding a range of contemporary workplace issues such as: ethical decision-making, technology, motivation, organisational structure, and changing forms of work.
- Utilise written communication, independent research, critical analysis, and problem-solving skills to critique current debates across a range of workplace issues and formulate arguments to support your position.
Assessment tasks
- Individual Case Study Report
- Individual Essay
Changes from Previous Offering
There have been no changes from the previous offering.
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- This unit examines global contexts through case studies and research
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