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 Canvas
Recommended Resources
Link for online resources available on Canvas
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
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/.
Publication of Final Results
The release of final grades may change before the end of the semester. The last return of assessment date (Friday, 5th Dec 2025) provided in the Assessment Summary table is the latest expected. If results are released earlier, then the assessment item(s) will be returned earlier as well.
Class Schedule
| Week/Session | Summary of Activities | Assessment |
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| 1 | Seminar - Week 1: Introduction & The Evolution of Management Thought | Lessons
Readings
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| 2 | Seminar - Week 2: The Nature of Managerial Work | Lessons
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| 3 | Seminar - Week 3: The Practice of Evidence-Based Management | Lessons
Readings
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| 4 | Seminar - Week 4: Managing and Interpersonal Skills | Lessons
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| 5 | Seminar - Week 5: Managing for a Sustainable Future | Lessons
Readings
Assessment #1
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| 6 | Seminar - Week 6: The Challenge and Future of Globalisation | Lessons
Readings
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| 7 | Seminar - Week 7: Formal Institutional Environments | Lessons
Readings
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| 8 | Seminar - Week 8: Cultural Environments | Lessons
Readings
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| 9 | Seminar - Week 9: International market analysis | Lessons
Readings
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| 10 | Seminar - Week 10: International Human Resource Management | Lessons
Readings
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| 11 | Seminar - Week 11: International Strategic Management (1) | Lessons
Readings
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| 12 | Seminar - Week 12: International Strategic Management (2) | Lessons
Readings
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| 13 | Examination period | Assessment #3
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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. This course is delivered as a single weekly seminar.
Assessment Summary
| Assessment task | Value | Due Date | Return of assessment | Learning Outcomes |
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| In-class quiz (Individual - 30%) | 30 % | 20/08/2025 | 29/08/2025 | 1,2,4 |
| International Management Report (Group - 40%) | 40 % | 15/10/2025 | 15/11/2025 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
| Individual Reflective Essay (Individual - 30%) | 30 % | 31/10/2025 | 04/12/2025 | 1, 2, 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: 1,2,4
In-class quiz (Individual - 30%)
Weight: 30% of the course total
Submission date: 20 Aug 2025, Week 5 (Practice quiz will be made available in class in Weeks 2, 3, and 4).
Form of submission: Hardcopy
Details of task: Students will receive a worksheet in hard copy in Week 5’s class and are expected to complete and submit it before leaving the classroom. The quiz will be closed-book and strictly prohibit the use of AI technologies to develop responses. The worksheet will guide students in identifying and communicating their key learning insights from Module 1.
Individual assessment or Group task: Individual Assessment
Submission date: Late submission is not accepted unless evidence of extenuating circumstances is provided. If students are unable to complete a quiz in Week 5 due to illness or exceptional circumstances, they can apply for a deferred exam after the teaching break in Week 7.
Return date of assessment: Results of the quiz will be released on 29 Aug 2025 (Friday of Week 6), before the teaching break.
Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
International Management Report (Group - 40%)
Weight: 40% of the course total
Details of task: In self-selected groups of 5–6 students, you will collaborate to prepare a professional report analysing the key challenges and opportunities for an organisation considering international expansion. Acting as consultants, your team will select a real-world organisation and evaluate the strategic, operational, and contextual factors involved in entering a specific new international market.
The report should draw upon relevant theories and concepts introduced in Module 2, including institutional environments, cultural context, and international strategies. Your analysis should identify and critically assess the opportunities and risks associated with taking the organisation’s strategy into a chosen country, with the aim of providing evidence-based recommendations to management.
Further information will be available on Canvas in Week 6, at least four weeks before the assessment is due.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI use is rapidly growing in all sectors, particularly the use of Large Language Models, of which there are many proprietary brands. In this course, students may choose to use or not use AI tools. In any case where AI tools are used, the student must do so in a way consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI, as well as accurately cite and reference what tools were used, and advise in an appendix how they used the tool. Guidance on how to do this appropriately is provided in the assessment requirements on the course Canvas page, and the ANU provides further broad guidance in the ANU Gen AI LibGuide. As part of handling a potential breach of academic integrity, students are reminded that they may be requested to meet with the Convenor to discuss any assessment submission, including responding to questions on the content of submissions and their understanding of the course concepts assessed by the submission.
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: 3,000 words + or - 10% excluding references. Any portion that exceeds the word allowance will not be marked.
Presentation requirements: MS Word document submitted via Canvas
Submission date: 11.59 pm Wednesday 15 /10/2025 (After Week 11 class)
Return date of assessment: 15/11/2025
Marking Criteria: Marking criteria will be provided on Canvas at least four weeks before the assessment is due.
Assessment Task 3
Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Individual Reflective Essay (Individual - 30%)
Weight: 30% of the course total
Details of task: Building on the group project in assessment task 2, this individual assessment requires you to adopt a new perspective—that of a senior decision-maker (e.g., CEO or international business manager) within the organisation that your group previously analysed. You will write a reflective essay that critically explores the decision-making process involved in selecting a foreign direct investment (FDI) entry mode. In developing the individual reflective essay, you should integrate relevant concepts and theoretical frameworks introduced in Modules 1 and 2, drawing connections between course content, group project experience, and strategic implications in the chosen organisation and country context.
A detailed assignment brief will be available on Canvas.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI use is rapidly growing in all sectors, particularly the use of Large Language Models, of which there are many proprietary brands. In this course, students may choose to use or not use AI tools. In any case where AI tools are used, the student must do so in a way consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI, as well as accurately cite and reference what tools were used, and advise in an appendix how they used the tool. Guidance on how to do this appropriately is provided in the assessment requirements on the course Canvas page, and the ANU provides further broad guidance in the ANU Gen AI LibGuide. As part of handling a potential breach of academic integrity, students are reminded that they may be requested to meet with the Convenor to discuss any assessment submission, including responding to questions on the content of submissions and their understanding of the course concepts assessed by the submission.
Individual assessment or Group task: Individual Assessment
Word limit: 2,000 words (+/- 10%). Any portion exceeding the word allowance will not be marked.
Submission requirements: Word file submitted via Canvas
Submission date: 11.59 pm Friday 31/10/2025
Return date of assessment: With the release of the final results
Marking Criteria: Marking criteria are detailed in the assignment brief. This will be posted on Canvas four weeks before the 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.
Requests for Assessment Adjustment (Assessment Extension and Extenuating Circumstances Application) should be submitted via ANUHub.
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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Xiangru Qin
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