Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Distinguish between the different concepts and theories of management.
- Establish the roles and functions of managers within organisations.
- Recognise the challenges of managing dynamic and complex organisations in a global context.
- Consider how external environments impact on organisations.
- Recognise the social and ethical implications of management decisions in both domestic and international contexts.
- Reflect on the emerging evidence about changing nature of management, institutions, and markets.
Research-Led Teaching
Research studies of managers, professionals, employees, consumers and students are referred to throughout the course to explain and illustrate the theoretical foundations of managing in global contexts. The course assignments provide the opportunity for the participants to apply their research and analytical skills to understand various issues in contemporary global context.
Field Trips
Not relevant
Additional Course Costs
No additional class costs
Examination Material or equipment
There is no examination for this course
Required Resources
Link for online resources available on Wattle
Recommended Resources
Link for online resources available on Wattle
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
The University offers a number of support services for students. Information on these is available online from http://students.anu.edu.au/studentlife/.
Class Schedule
| Week/Session | Summary of Activities | Assessment |
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| 1 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 1: Introduction & The Evolution of Management Thought | Lessons
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| 2 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 2: The Nature of Managerial Work | Lessons
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| 3 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 3: The Practice of Evidence-Based Management | Lessons
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| 4 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 4: Managing and Interpersonal Skills | Lessons
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| 5 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 5: Managing Teams and Organisations | Lessons
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| 6 | Seminar (3 hours) - Week 6: Managing for a Sustainable Future | Lessons
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| 7 | Seminar - Week 7: The Challenge and Future of Globalisation | Lessons
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| 8 | Seminar - Week 8: Formal Institutional Environments | Lessons
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| 9 | Seminar - Week 9: Cultural Environments | Lessons
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| 10 | Seminar - Week 10: International Human Resource Management | Lessons
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| 11 | Seminar - Week 11: International Strategic Management (1) | Lessons
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| 12 | Seminar - Week 12: International Strategic Management (2) | Lessons
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Tutorial Registration
ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.
Not relevant
Assessment Summary
| Assessment task | Value | Due Date | Return of assessment | Learning Outcomes |
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| Course: Learning Insights | 30 % | * | * | 1,2,5 |
| Module 1: Reflective Essay 1 | 20 % | 28/03/2024 | 12/04/2024 | 3,6 |
| Module 2: International Management Report | 30 % | 17/05/2024 | 31/05/2024 | 3,4,5,6 |
| Module 2: Reflective Essay | 20 % | 31/05/2024 | 27/06/2024 | 3,4,5,6 |
* 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
Attendance at seminars, lectures, and tutorials, while not compulsory, is expected in line with "Code of Practice for Teaching and Learning," Clause 2 paragraph (b). Where students will not be able to attend a seminar, lecture and tutorial, they should advise the Convenor and discuss how to otherwise address the learning materials.
Examination(s)
There is no examination for this course.
Assessment Task 1
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,5
Course: Learning Insights
Weight: 30% of the course total (five learning insights into total, each weighted 6%)
Submission date: It includes Five submissions (Week 2; Week 4; Week 6; Week 8; Week 10)
Form of submission: Wattle (the Insights should be submitted to Wattle after the class before Midnight)
Details of task: Students will receive a worksheet (hardcopy or via email or Wattle) in class on the week insights are due and they will be expected to complete and submit by the midnight. The worksheet will guide students in identifying and communicating their key learning insights from the seminar.
Individual assessment or Group task: Individual Assessment
Submission date: Late submission is not accepted unless evidence of extenuating circumstances is provided.
Due date for return of assessment: Student submissions will be returned in the following week. This means students will receive feedback for the first 2 learning insights before census date.
Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 3,6
Module 1: Reflective Essay 1
Weight: 20% of the course total
Details of task: Students will write a substantial reflective essay that explores the leadership, meta-cognitive and critical thinking skills you developed throughout the module 1. This is intended as an advanced piece of work in which self-reflection is placed in the context of the academic commentary presented in the module.
A detailed assignment brief will be available on Wattle at least four weeks before assessment is due.
Important note re AI use: The use of AI such as ChatGPT to generate an essay or report is not allowed as it is akin to plagiarism. Students are required to demonstrate achievement of critical, analytical and synthesis skills in high quality works.
Individual assessment or Group task: Individual Assessment
Word limit: 1500 words (+/- 10%), where an assignment exceeds this word limit, the portion that exceeds the word limit will not be marked.
Submission requirements: Word or pdf file submitted via Turnitin
Submission date: 11.59pm Thursday 28/03/2024
Due date for return of assessment: 12/04/2024
Marking Criteria: Marking criteria are detailed in the assignment brief. This will be posted on Wattle four weeks before assessment is due.
Assessment Task 3
Learning Outcomes: 3,4,5,6
Module 2: International Management Report
Weight: 30% of the course total
Details of task: Working in self-selected groups of 3, students will be required to analyse and evaluate key issues facing managers in an international context.
The report requires students to draw upon concepts and issues identified in Modules 2.
Further information will be available on Wattle at least four weeks before assessment is due.
Important note re AI use: The use of AI such as ChatGPT to generate an essay or report is not allowed as it is akin to plagiarism. Students are required to demonstrate achievement of critical, analytical and synthesis skills in high quality works.
Individual assessment or Group task: Group Assessment
Peer assessment: There will be a peer assessment for the report. Guidelines will be provided in class before the submission is due.
Word limit: 2,000 words + or - 10% excluding references. Any portion that exceeds the word allowance will not be marked.
Presentation requirements: MS Word document submitted via Turnitin
Submission date: 11.59pm Friday 17/05/2024
Due date for return of assessment: 31/05/2024
Marking Criteria: Marking criteria will be provided on Wattle at least four weeks before assessment is due.
Assessment Task 4
Learning Outcomes: 3,4,5,6
Module 2: Reflective Essay
Weight: 20% of the course total
Details of task: Students will write a short reflective essay that explores the ethical and social concerns managers face when engaging with the base of the pyramid market.
A detailed assignment brief will be available on Wattle.
Important note re AI use: The use of AI such as ChatGPT to generate an essay or report is not allowed as it is akin to plagiarism. Students are required to demonstrate achievement of critical, analytical and synthesis skills in high quality works.
Individual assessment or Group task: Individual Assessment
Word limit: 1,500 words (+/- 10%). Any portion exceeding the word allowance will not be marked.
Submission requirements: Word or pdf file submitted via Turnitin
Submission date: 11.59pm Friday 31/05/2024
Due date for return of assessment: After the release of course results
Marking Criteria: Marking criteria are detailed in the assignment brief. This will be posted on Wattle four weeks before assessment is due.
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.
All assessment extension requests must be submitted via the CBE Assessment Extension Request Form.
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
Please see relevant assessment task details above.
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 assessment requirements, re-submissions 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
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Prof Vinh Lu
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Dr Junfan Yu
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