The aim of the Social Enterprise Experience course is to provide students with the opportunity to gain an authentic learning experience overseas in the area of social entrepreneurship in a foreign location. In this course, students will work in teams and complete an applied project related to different areas of social entrepreneurship (e.g. microfinance, social innovation, corporate sustainability, education, philanthropy, ethical investment). By applying theory and knowledge into real life problems, through a range of collaborations with relevant industry and community partners as well as stakeholder organisations, students will develop employability skills relevant to their professional careers such as teamwork, cultural adaptability, resilience, communication, stakeholder engagement, creative problem solving, and critical thinking.

Students will be selected to enrol in the course following a competitive application process.

Specific details for each in-country program will be published on the College of Business and Economics website.

Students will only be permitted to travel upon completion of ANU required documentation including, where required, the travel to a high risk destination form, and the approval of all documentation by the relevant delegate.

Disclaimer: Applicants are advised that due to circumstances beyond the University's control (for example, specific international security concerns and international health crises) it may not be possible for students to commence or complete this course as advertised.

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. Identify and apply relevant knowledge in business and economics to solve a specified social problem
2. Determine, research, analyse, evaluate and propose solutions conducive to a specified social issue
3. Identify, assess, and apply social, ethical, environmental and sustainability considerations on the social impact of the project
4. Demonstrate understanding of new and unfamiliar social, cultural, political, economic and technological environments pertaining to broader social issues
5. Demonstrate effective verbal communication skills within teams and professional engagement with other stakeholders in a cross-cultural context
6. Critically reflect upon the value of generating social change and lifelong learning processes

Research-Led Teaching

This course comprises two main components. The first is completed locally and involves a pre-departure seminar conducted by ANU and pre-departure training conducted by Project Everest Ventures. During the pre-departure period students will undertake research about social enterprises and development in Fiji before the in-country project. This research is to gain a preliminary understanding of the nature and purpose of social enterprises, and foster a community of co-learners within the group. This background research will be incorporated into the assessments during and after the in-country project.

The second component involves experiential learning based on observation and first-hand encounters of a social enterprise and the communities they support. This environment is institutionally, culturally, and economically distant from the experiences of entrepreneurs and managers working in Australia.

Field Trips

The central activity during the course is the 4-week internship in Fiji working on projects with Project Everest Ventures. Participation in this field trip is mandatory. The in-country internship will be held on 1-27 July 2019, with further details posted on Wattle.

Additional Course Costs

Enrolled students are required to pay for the costs associated with the internship offered by Project Everest Ventures in addition to the course fee. These costs include a participation fee paid directly to Project Everest Ventures, to cover costs including training, materials, ground transportation, accommodation, and food.

Examination Material or equipment

Not applicable

Required Resources

None

Recommended Resources

Links to helpful resources for completing the assessments will be posted on Wattle.

Staff Feedback

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

• written comments
• verbal comments
• feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

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.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Pre-departure Seminar (ANU) - Monday 20 May, 10:00-12:00 - RSM Seminar Room 1106, Copland Building (24)
2	Pre-departure Training (Project Everest Ventures) - Friday 24 May
3	Internship Placement - Fiji - 1-27 July 2019
4	Post-tour Seminar (ANU) - August (date tbc)

Tutorial Registration

Not applicable

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Background Report - 30% (Pre-departure)	30 %	31/05/2019	07/06/2019	2, 4
Individual Learning Report - 60% (Post-project)	60 %	19/08/2019	02/09/2019	1, 3, 6
Participation - 10%	10 %	29/07/2019	19/08/2019	5

* 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. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

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

Participation equivalent to 4 weeks (120 hours) in the in-country projects is mandatory.

Examination(s)

Not applicable

Assessment Task 1

Background Report - 30% (Pre-departure)

During the Pre-Departure Seminar (Monday 20 May 2019) students will be allocated into teams of 3. Each team will be required to research and write a Background Report in preparation for the in-country internship with Project Everest Ventures. The purpose of the Background Report is to gain a preliminary understanding of Fiji’s country environment, its development needs, and the role of social enterprises in addressing development challenges.

The Background Report should be a maximum of 3,000 words in length and is due by 23:59 on Friday 31 May on Turnitin. A detailed task specification and marking criteria will be posted on Wattle.

Assessment Task 2

Individual Learning Report - 60% (Post-project)

The primary purpose of this assessment is for you to reflect upon and critically analyse key elements of your internship with Project Everest Ventures, including what you have learned about social enterprises, their role in development, and the challenges associated with development activities. The report also provides an opportunity for you to reflect upon your own growth and development in terms of new knowledge and skills gained during the in-country placement.

The Individual Learning Report should be a maximum of 4,000 words in length and is due by 23:59 on Monday 19 August on Turnitin. A detailed task specification and marking criteria will be posted on Wattle.

Assessment Task 3

Participation - 10%

Students are required to actively participate in the pre-departure seminar offered by ANU and pre-departure training offered by Project Everest Ventures. You are also expected to fully engage in the project activities in Fiji during the in-country placement by working and communicating effectively and co-operatively with staff, other students, and community stakeholders. Marks will be awarded on the effectiveness of your communication within the team and demonstration of cross-cultural communication skills. The final participation grade will be determined by the course convener based on observation in the field during the in-country visit and formal feedback from project leaders at Project Everest Ventures.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.

The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to 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 be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, 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 Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.

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

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
• Late submission permitted. 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.

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

Marks and feedback will be provided via Turnitin on Wattle.

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.

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