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Critical Analysis in Business is designed to deepen students' understanding of discipline and field-specific epistemological approaches and literary practices.  It develops student capacity to engage with knowledge from the business domain at a deeper level through examination of evidence and argument.  This is achieved through opportunities to develop the research … For more content click the Read More button below.Critical Analysis in Business is designed to deepen students' understanding of discipline and field-specific epistemological approaches and literary practices.  It develops student capacity to engage with knowledge from the business domain at a deeper level through examination of evidence and argument.  This is achieved through opportunities to develop the research and critical review skills required to complete academic tasks (e.g. empirical research, reports, review essays or case studies) integral to advanced business knowledge. Students practice developing different types of argument through an iterative writing process, from problem conceptualisation through to the final argument.  Graduates of this course have an advanced understanding of critical thinking as it applies to problems of concept and practice in business.The course provides students with business writing skills that will enable them to complete academic tasks for courses within the Master of Business.Read More

This 6-credit point course is an introduction to Finance aimed to equip students with the basic tools and techniques necessary to understand and make financial decisions. It is being introduced to 8388 Masters in Business and students who have not been working in a Finance-related field and do not have … For more content click the Read More button below.This 6-credit point course is an introduction to Finance aimed to equip students with the basic tools and techniques necessary to understand and make financial decisions. It is being introduced to 8388 Masters in Business and students who have not been working in a Finance-related field and do not have a finance background.The course is applied, using everyday examples and relying on continuous problem solving to ensure progress and assessment. Specific objectives include:covering key technical concepts used to make financial decisions.covering key methods used in the valuation of assets;providing knowledge to better understand financial topics and decisions as reported in the media and public policy;preparing students to take more advanced courses in finance, such as ZBUS8105 Finance and Investment Appraisal.Read More

It is through projects that organisations give effect to strategy. The Business of Managing Projects (BoMP) seeks to establish robust conceptual foundations for the conduct of projects.The focus of the course is on the project as a domain of investment decision-making rather than merely as a platform for the exercise … For more content click the Read More button below.It is through projects that organisations give effect to strategy. The Business of Managing Projects (BoMP) seeks to establish robust conceptual foundations for the conduct of projects.The focus of the course is on the project as a domain of investment decision-making rather than merely as a platform for the exercise of rules and procedures. A number of important tools and techniques in project management that are covered comprehensively in other courses are discussed only superficially in BoMP.The course introduces a rigorous theoretical framework from which are drawn a suite of supporting analytical tools. These are then used to explore a number of important contemporary issues in project management across the public, private and social sectors. Read More

This is an applied course covering two of a project's four global phases: planning and execution. The objective of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to play a leadership role over these parts of a project's life. Research suggests that a large proportion of projects … For more content click the Read More button below.This is an applied course covering two of a project's four global phases: planning and execution. The objective of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to play a leadership role over these parts of a project's life. Research suggests that a large proportion of projects fail because of inadequate planning and management. The course explores methods, tools and techniques to support the effective management of projects (regardless of setting). This is a "companion" to ZBUS8147: The Business of Managing projects. While neither is a pre-requisite for the other, participants are assumed to have had some exposure to projects (commercial, social, government or defence).Read More

This course introduces investment decision making solution techniques. It focuses on corporate finance from an investor's perspective. It also provides an explanation of financing options, including how financial markets operate and the main instruments of financial markets. The course is very hands-on, and makes extensive use of examples. The structure … For more content click the Read More button below.This course introduces investment decision making solution techniques. It focuses on corporate finance from an investor's perspective. It also provides an explanation of financing options, including how financial markets operate and the main instruments of financial markets. The course is very hands-on, and makes extensive use of examples. The structure of the course is sequential and each module builds on the techniques and concepts of previous modules. The course is delivered through material apportioned on a week-by-week basis available online via Moodle. Those with no or limited experience of financial concepts should consider undertaking ZBUS8149 as introduction to this. The suggested textbook is recommended. The style is guide-by-the-side rather than sage-on-the-stage, so you are expected to study independently and participate actively and regularly to the online forum.Read More

This course adopts a general management approach to strategic human resources. The course complements courses in management strategy. The course is beneficial to those seeking an advanced level of human resource knowledge. The course is beneficial to professionals working in human resource management as well as professionals working globally. This course adopts a general management approach to strategic human resources. The course complements courses in management strategy. The course is beneficial to those seeking an advanced level of human resource knowledge. The course is beneficial to professionals working in human resource management as well as professionals working globally. Read More

This course analyses the behaviour of individuals and groups within organisational structures and the interactions that occur between the individual, the group and the organisation. Students will analyse the relationships between patterns of human behaviour and management concepts and practices, and will develop the conceptual framework required to assess the … For more content click the Read More button below.This course analyses the behaviour of individuals and groups within organisational structures and the interactions that occur between the individual, the group and the organisation. Students will analyse the relationships between patterns of human behaviour and management concepts and practices, and will develop the conceptual framework required to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of those practices.Read More

The objective of this course is to investigate the role of strategy in achieving organisational success in commercial environments. It examines the nature of organisational objectives, capabilities and strategies and, in particular, the role of corporate and business strategies as determinants of superior performance. This course also addresses corporate social … For more content click the Read More button below.The objective of this course is to investigate the role of strategy in achieving organisational success in commercial environments. It examines the nature of organisational objectives, capabilities and strategies and, in particular, the role of corporate and business strategies as determinants of superior performance. This course also addresses corporate social responsibility in strategic management.Read More

This course will give students a thorough coverage of the foundations of Database Systems and their specific use and modeling in healthcare and biomedical environments. Students will learn through hands-on experience with the modeling and implementation of health-related databases using the relational approach. Topics include an overview of database models … For more content click the Read More button below.This course will give students a thorough coverage of the foundations of Database Systems and their specific use and modeling in healthcare and biomedical environments. Students will learn through hands-on experience with the modeling and implementation of health-related databases using the relational approach. Topics include an overview of database models and architecture, database design, SQL, XML, and data warehousing as they are applied in clinical domains.  Students will also be encouraged to explore database-related topics of their own choosing that are relevant to a bioinformatics or clinical domain.Read More

Using Australian and international examples, this course critically investigates the forces underlying the global political economy drawing upon the history of cities and the development of urban design theory. The course integrates the world of urban development and design with the world of theory. A comprehensive picture will be constructed … For more content click the Read More button below.Using Australian and international examples, this course critically investigates the forces underlying the global political economy drawing upon the history of cities and the development of urban design theory. The course integrates the world of urban development and design with the world of theory. A comprehensive picture will be constructed of the growth of cities and the complexity of urban space.Read More