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This course provides a detailed analysis of the latest developments in the theory and practice of strategic management. The course examines how organisations in different industries choose goals and strategically position themselves to achieve success. We focus on enhancing 'strategic thinking' skills, by critically reflecting on  issues such as shareholder … For more content click the Read More button below.This course provides a detailed analysis of the latest developments in the theory and practice of strategic management. The course examines how organisations in different industries choose goals and strategically position themselves to achieve success. We focus on enhancing 'strategic thinking' skills, by critically reflecting on  issues such as shareholder value, long term vs short term horizons, and corporate social responsibility. Read More

In an interconnected global business environment, the impacts of business activity are coming under increased scrutiny from a range of stakeholders. Managers now face increasing pressure to balance short- and long-term needs for economic, social and environmental sustainability. This course equips business professionals with key capabilities for managing and leading … For more content click the Read More button below.In an interconnected global business environment, the impacts of business activity are coming under increased scrutiny from a range of stakeholders. Managers now face increasing pressure to balance short- and long-term needs for economic, social and environmental sustainability. This course equips business professionals with key capabilities for managing and leading organisations more ethically and sustainably. Topics will include ethical thinking, Corporate social and environmental responsibility, stakeholder management, professional ethics and ethical leadership.Read More

This course aims to provide an understanding of the strategic role that effective career management plays in a successful career and life. Because successful career management has been empirically linked to intrinsic and extrinsic career satisfaction, career management skills should be learned and practiced. To do so necessitates first an … For more content click the Read More button below.This course aims to provide an understanding of the strategic role that effective career management plays in a successful career and life. Because successful career management has been empirically linked to intrinsic and extrinsic career satisfaction, career management skills should be learned and practiced. To do so necessitates first an understanding of the extant career literature and how you can apply it to your career path. To this end, concepts, techniques, tools, and processes are explored, with an emphasis on linking theory and empirical research with practical lifelong skill development.Read More

Managing People focuses on strategically leading a team in a rapidly changing environment to create maximum competitive advantage. Topics include: leadership and management, influencing the team, increasing team participation and commitment, the structure and design of organisations, entrepreneurism, systems thinking, and strategy.This course cannot be undertaken by Business School students … For more content click the Read More button below.Managing People focuses on strategically leading a team in a rapidly changing environment to create maximum competitive advantage. Topics include: leadership and management, influencing the team, increasing team participation and commitment, the structure and design of organisations, entrepreneurism, systems thinking, and strategy.This course cannot be undertaken by Business School students who are majoring in Human Resource Management or Management.Read More

The course is an introduction to the theory and practice of human resource management (HRM).  HRM is ‘strategic’, in the sense that it seeks to ensure that human resources are deployed in the service of organisational strategy. It takes place within an employment relationship, yet it is characteristic of the … For more content click the Read More button below.The course is an introduction to the theory and practice of human resource management (HRM).  HRM is ‘strategic’, in the sense that it seeks to ensure that human resources are deployed in the service of organisational strategy. It takes place within an employment relationship, yet it is characteristic of the latter that the interests of employers and employees may not necessarily align perfectly. There is often a gap between the ‘rhetoric’ and the ‘practice’ of HRM – between ‘rhetoric and reality’. The course critically examines the power dimension and ethical implications of HRM as well as its ‘practical’ functions within organisations. It is hoped that students expect to emerge from the course with understanding of both.Read More

This course provides a multi-disciplinary introduction to a range of broad concepts and issues in industrial relations both internationally and in Australia. The political, social, economic, legal, historical and psychological aspects of the evolution and operation of modern industrial relations are considered. Attention is given to the respective roles of … For more content click the Read More button below.This course provides a multi-disciplinary introduction to a range of broad concepts and issues in industrial relations both internationally and in Australia. The political, social, economic, legal, historical and psychological aspects of the evolution and operation of modern industrial relations are considered. Attention is given to the respective roles of the State (including international regulatory bodies), employer and labour organisations and employers and employees. In addition, the course will focus on the nature of industrial relations in the workplace. The role of employer strategy is considered. Other topics include industrial conflict and employee alienation; the structure and policies of unions and employer associations; forms of industrial action by employers and employees; workplace bargaining and agreement making and individual employment contracts. Consideration is given to the decline of compulsory conciliation and arbitration as the principal means of regulating relations between employees and employers.Read More

This is an introductory course surveying numerous management systems across the world. The objective is to enhance students' understanding of the contextual factors influencing the practice of management around the world. Students will gain a broader perspective on effective and appropriate management practices in specific contexts and learn specific information … For more content click the Read More button below.This is an introductory course surveying numerous management systems across the world. The objective is to enhance students' understanding of the contextual factors influencing the practice of management around the world. Students will gain a broader perspective on effective and appropriate management practices in specific contexts and learn specific information regarding national & organisational contexts in North America, Oceania, East & West Europe, Latin America, Africa & Muslim Countries.Read More

This course provides a thematic and strategic perspective on management practices in East Asia, as a key region in global business. It pays critical attention to the management practices of corporations in Japan, China and Korea and analyses how firms outside the regions can deal with the East Asian corporations. … For more content click the Read More button below.This course provides a thematic and strategic perspective on management practices in East Asia, as a key region in global business. It pays critical attention to the management practices of corporations in Japan, China and Korea and analyses how firms outside the regions can deal with the East Asian corporations. The key focus of this unit is on comparative analysis of business systems and international corporate strategies and management styles. The course is designed to provide students with the conceptual tools and cases to understand: comparative analysis of business systems in Japanese Keiretsu, Korean business groups and Chinese business enterprises; corporate governance and human resource management practices; globalisation of East Asian firms and their foreign direct investment; impact of culture on management styles and decision making; organisational structures including sub-control; and foreign corporations operating in East Asia.Read More

‘Managing Across Cultures’ provides you with an understanding of the contextual knowledge, cross cultural skills and different perspectives required to manage and work across borders and cultures in a changing global business environment. The course provides conceptual frameworks for systematically understanding the notion of culture, cultural synergies and differences, and … For more content click the Read More button below.‘Managing Across Cultures’ provides you with an understanding of the contextual knowledge, cross cultural skills and different perspectives required to manage and work across borders and cultures in a changing global business environment. The course provides conceptual frameworks for systematically understanding the notion of culture, cultural synergies and differences, and the convergence and divergence in cultural norms and values. It incorporates topics that highlight the impact of culture in the international business environment, explores the multiple dimensions of culture and considers the implications for management. The course will also draw attention to more recent developments in the global business environment, especially in relation to emerging economies and the developing world, and the implications for international business and management. Through problem based learning, authentic case studies and critical analysis, the course explores practical solutions for managing in cross cultural business contexts.Read More

The focus of this course is on the multinational enterprise and the management of cross-border operations. Major topics include: multinational enterprises and the internationalisation process; motives for foreign investment; strategy of international business; organisation of international business; foreign market selection and entry strategy; exporting, importing and countertrade; the management of … For more content click the Read More button below.The focus of this course is on the multinational enterprise and the management of cross-border operations. Major topics include: multinational enterprises and the internationalisation process; motives for foreign investment; strategy of international business; organisation of international business; foreign market selection and entry strategy; exporting, importing and countertrade; the management of international business operations including an introduction to international human resource management, learning and knowledge management, manufacturing and materials management, marketing management, and accounting and financial management.Read More