Courses & Units
Fundamentals of Management XPD507
Introduction
This unit introduces and develops advanced knowledge and skills in the language of business management. It will also critically examine the historical and social contexts of business management developing an investigative insight into the fundamentals of management. Encompassing both leadership and organisation theory, the unit will investigate theories of organizations that consider topics like social responsibility, the business environment, decision making functions of management, strategic planning and implementation, organisational structures and human resource management, motivation, leadership, control, communications, group dynamics, culture, conflict, time management, internationalism and changing trends in management. You will explore management theory and review case studies for the purpose of strengthening the ability to manage business problems through to solutions, and to determine how to create and sustain a workplace where people can succeed (if the people succeed the business will succeed).
Summary
| Unit name | Fundamentals of Management |
|---|---|
| Unit code | XPD507 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division Provost |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Mr Syed Ashraf |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPC Semester 3 | 17/10/2022 | 7/11/2022 | 2/12/2022 | 27/1/2023 |
| IPC Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 9/4/2022 | 27/5/2022 |
| IPC Semester 2 | 27/6/2022 | 26/7/2022 | 10/8/2022 | 23/9/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Develop advanced knowledge and skills in identifying and effectively using business related vocabulary (words, concepts, idioms, expressions and jargons;
- Research, critically analyze and discuss the historical and social contexts of management;
- Identify and define management theories, concepts and processes operating in a wide range of contexts;
- Exercise judgement and recommend solutions for complex management issues;
- Communicate written and oral academic arguments supported by appropriate academic literature.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 080301 | $1,828.00 | $1,432.00 | not applicable | $2,702.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Management Strategy Report (40%)|Management Issue Case Study (20%)|Applied Management Plan (40%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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