Rapid economic growth in most of Asia during recent decades has seen the emergence of large corporate enterprises which were organised in ways different from companies based in Western countries. This course discusses the evolution of Japanese, Korean and ethnic Chinese conglomerate enterprises and business networks. It introduces students to the particulars of corporate organisation and management of these enterprises, and elaborates the degree to which these help explain the success of Asian companies. Evolution and particulars of Asian business enterprise will be placed in the economic and social context of the countries where these companies originated

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:

1. define, explain and illustrate the drivers of rapid economic growth and development of Asian economies, industries and firms, and the issues confronted by firms doing business in Asia;
2. work well in diverse teams to deliver stated goals and outcomes;
3. research and critically analyse the issues confronted by firms doing business in Asia; and,
4. communicate effectively in oral and written forms about the diverse facets of Asia and how to do business in this part of the world, using appropriate concepts, logic and rhetorical conventions.

Research-Led Teaching

This course draws on the lecturer's experience with research into economic and business development in East and Southeast Asia. Many of the readings in the course reader are closely related to this research. Others are examples of relevant research outcomes in the fields of economic development and international business of East Asia.

Field Trips

No field trips

Additional Course Costs

There are no additional class costs

Examination Material or equipment

Pen or pencil, pencil sharpener and eraser.

Required Resources

The required textbook for the course is:

• Hasegwa, Harukiyo and Noronha, Carlos (2014) Asian Business and Management: Theory, Practice and Perspectives. New York: Palgrave Macmillan (2nd edition).

This book is available from the campus bookshop. A copy of the textbook is available to students in the Reserve section of the ANU library. 

A few additional readings will be made available as PDF documents that students can download from the course page on Wattle. You should download and print these readings, and keep them together in a binder. 

Recommended Resources

ANU students are very fortunate that the ANU library is well-stocked with books and journals that expand on the topics and themes that will be discussed during the lectures and in the course reader. You are encouraged to read widely, and you are expected to use these library sources to research your assignment. If the ANU library does not have an item, you are likely to find it in the National Library. Here are some suggestions for further reading in the ANU library:

• Carney, Michael (2008) Asian Business Groups: Context, Governance and Performance. Oxford: Chandos.
• Chen, Min (2004) Asian Management Systems. London: Thomson Learning.
• Hipsher, Scott A.; Hansanti, Songporn and Pomsuwan, Suthinan (2007) The Nature of Asian Firms: An Evolutionary Perspective. Oxford: Chandos.
• Witt, Michael A. and Redding, Gordon eds. (2014) The Oxford Handbook of Asian Business Systems. Oxford: Oxford UP. 

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• Written comments
• Verbal comments
• Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals, focus groups

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Other Information

All communications with students about the organisation and delivery of the course will take place during the weekly session and via the course page on Wattle.

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during week 1 and early week 2. Further details are on the course page on Wattle.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Week 1 - Introduction to the course Discussion about the organisation of the course, including assessment. The lecturer introduces some key features of business in Asia. Details about the weekly sessions are available on the course page on Wattle.
2	Week 2 - Completion of discussion about course organisation and proposed assessment. Students sign up for a weekly presentation on a topic specified in the session program on the course page on Wattle. Students read items specified in the session program. During the session, students ask questions about this reading and lecturer's presentation of the previous week, discuss answers to 2 review questions available on the course page on Wattle, and complete a weekly quiz. The lecturer introduces topic for discussion next week, listed in the session program on the course page on Wattle.	2 review questions short multiple choice quiz
3	Weeks 3-12 - Weekly sessions containing: Q&A about required reading specified in the session program on Wattle Answers to 2 review questions, listed in the session program on the course page on Wattle. Student presentation on a set topic specified on the course page on Wattle. Lecturer's introduction to the topic for discussion next week, listed in the session program on the course page on Wattle.	2 review questions student presentation on set topic short multiple choice quiz
5	In addition to scheduled weekly class session, students complete and submit 1,000 word individual assignment A on a set topic. Topic, due date and time, and method of submission are specified on the course page on Wattle.	Individual assignment A due.
7	In addition to scheduled weekly class session, students sit an optional mid-semester test. Date, time and location TBA on the course page on Wattle.	Optional mid-semester test.
11	In addition to scheduled weekly class session, atudents complete and submit 2,500 word individual assignment B on one of six set topics. Topics, due date and time, and method of submission are specified on the course page on Wattle.	Individual assignment B due. 2-hour written exam during ANU final examination period

Tutorial Registration

Does not apply

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Weekly quizzes	10 %	29/07/2019	25/10/2019	1
Issue presentation	15 %	05/08/2019	25/10/2019	1,2,4
Weekly review questions	5 %	29/07/2019	25/10/2019	1,4
Individual assignment A	5 %	19/08/2019	02/09/2019	1,4
Mid semester test	25 %	16/09/2019	20/09/2019	1
Individual assignment B	10 %	14/10/2019	28/10/2019	1,3,4
Final exam	30 %	29/10/2019	28/11/2019	1,4

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Students are expected to participate in all weekly sessions, as well as all items of assessment, except the mid-semester test (where participation is optional)..

Examination(s)

There is a required formal end of semester examination, and an optional mid-semester test. See Assessment tasks 5 and 7 above.

Examination information will be provided closer to the examination period at https://exams.anu.edu.au/timetable/

Assessment Task 1

Weekly quizzes

Due Date

Weekly during the 11 sessions in weeks 2-12.

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 10% or B - 5%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

Each weekly quiz is marked out of 6. Maximum score is 11 x 6 = 66.

Instructions

Attend the session during the previous week, complete reading specified in the session program on the course web page on Wattle..

Purpose

Encourage students to keep up with reading and lectures, test their understanding of reading and lectures.

Marking Criteria

Each answer is either correct or wrong.

Submission/Presentation Details

The quizzes can only be completed during the weekly sessions. You need a pencil to enter your answer on an answer sheet, and an eraser to make corrections. The questions (and answers) will be made available electronically later during the semester to help you prepare for the mid-semester test and the final exam.

Assessment Task 2

Issue presentation

Due Date

Once during one of the 10 sessions during weeks 3-12.

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 15% or B - 10%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

A mark out of 10

Suggested Length

10 minutes, or ca. 800 words.

Instructions

Teams of 2 students complete reading specified in the session program on the course page on Wattle.. They deliver a short presentation that answers the set question.The presentation will be recorded for review purposes.

Purpose

Tests students’ research and effective oral communication skills on topic related to course content, deepens team work experience.

Marking Criteria

All students attending the session complete a mark sheet, the lecturer calculates the average mark.

Submission / Presentation Details

The presenting team submits short report after the presentation by email to the lecturer. The lecturer summarises the comments from students and returns them with the mark by email.  Assessment will only be based on the presentation, not the report. 

Assessment Task 3

Weekly review questions

Due Date

Weekly during the 11 sessions in weeks 2-12

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 5% or B - 5%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Suggested Length

Half an A4 page

Instructions

Attend the session during the previous week, complete reading specified in the session program on the course page on Wattle., answer two questions.

Purpose

Test students on understanding of both reading and lecturer's presentation..

Marking Criteria

Lecturer marks the answers on the spot, based on their completeness, relevance and logic in addressing the question.

Assessment Task 4

Individual assignment A

Due Date

Monday 19 August 2019, 4pm

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 5% or B - 10%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

Out of 20

Maximum Length

1,000 words (+/-10%), incl. all text, tables and figures, but excl. references, contents page and footnotes

Instructions

Students write a short essay that (a) answers the relevant question on the basis of the set readings, and (b) demonstrates their skill in structuring and formatting a written assignment. Further details are on the course page on Wattle. 

Purpose

Tests students effective written communication skills on a topic related to course content

Marking Criteria

Explained in separate document ‘Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Asian Business Systems (BUSI7055)', available from Wattle.

Submission/Presentation Details

Assignments to be submitted via Turnitin. Presentation details explained in a separate document 'Some Suggestions for Good Assignment Writing', available from Wattle.

Assessment Task 5

Mid semester test

Due Date

TBA (tentatively during Week 7). Student will be advised of the time and location via the course page on Wattle.

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 10% or B - 0% (the test is optional)

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

Maximum score is 30

Maximum Length

30 multiple choice questions, maximum 1 hour

Instructions

Test covers all topics discussed in the lecturer’s presentations during weeks 1-6 and the reading for the sessions of weeks 2-7. Keep notes on the basis of the lectures and reading.

Purpose

Encourage students to keep up with reading and lectures during 1st half of the semester, test their understanding of both.

Marking Criteria

Each answer is either correct or wrong

Submission/Presentation Details

Students need a pencil (preferably 2B) to enter answers on the answer sheet. An eraser and a pencil sharpener will be useful. If students are not able to attend the test due to illness, they must apply to sit a special test by submitting the application form for special examinations and provide documented evidence of illness.

Assessment Task 6

Individual assignment B

Due Date

Monday 14 October 2019, 4pm

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 25% or B - 30%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

Out of 20

Maximum Length

2,500 words (+/-10%), incl. all text, tables and figures, but excl. references, contents page and footnotes.

Instructions

Students select one of six set topics, read extensively to study the topic, write an essay that answers the relevant question. Further details are available on the course page on Wattle.

Purpose

Tests students research and effective written communication skills on a topic related to course content.

Marking Criteria

Explained in separate document ‘Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Asian Business Systems (BUSI7055)', available from Wattle.

Submission/Presentation Details

Assignments to be submitted via Turnitin. Presentation details explained in a separate document 'Some Suggestions for Good Assignment Writing', available from Wattle.

Assessment Task 7

Final exam

Due Date

TBA (during ANU final exam period, 31 October-15 November 2019). Students will be advised of the time and location via the ANU examination timetable

Value or Weighting (%)

A - 30% or B - 40%

Proposed assessment in the course is either according to weighting schedule A or B. Students don't choose A or B. Their best result according to A or B is their final result. Assessment in the course will be agreed with students in the course during weeks 1 and 2.

Marks

Based on the nature and the marks/weights of the questions.

Maximum Length

Format of the two-hour written exam will be discussed during the last session.

Instructions

Covers all material discussed during the sessions, contained in the textbook and any distributed additional reading throughout the semester. 

Purpose

Test students understanding of course readings and lectures.

Marking Criteria

Complete, correct, accurate answers covering all parts of the question, and illustrated with figures, data, examples as appropriate. Details explained in separate document 'Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Asian Business Systems (BUSI7055)', available from Wattle.

Submission/Presentation Details

Permitted materials: electronic dictionaries are not allowed. No prior permission is required for unmarked hard copy foreign language dictionaries. If students are not able to attend the exam due to illness, they must apply to sit a special test by submitting the application form for special examinations and provide documented evidence of illness.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

All requests for extensions to assessment in RSM courses must be submitted to the RSM School Office with a completed application form and supporting documentation. The RSM Extension Application Form and further information on this process can be found at https://www.rsm.anu.edu.au/education/education-programs/notices-for-students/extension-application-procedure/

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

See the descriptions of assessment tasks.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Unless specified otherwise in the assignments requirements, resubmissions are permitted up until the due date and time, but not allowed afterwards.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
• PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students