subject guide lb5214

7/29/2019 subject guide lb5214

1/19

LB5214:03CURENT BUSINESS ISSUESBrisbane Campus, Study Period SP23, 2012


2/19

School of Business Subject Guide1

LB5214:03 CURRENT BUSINESS ISSUES

SUBJECT GUIDE 2012Study Period SP23, 2012. Brisbane Campus

Contents

Contents .............................................................................................................................. 11. School Overview.............................................................................................................. 1

2. Subject at a Glance ......................................................................................................... 13. Subject Details................................................................................................................. 34. Subject Readings and Resources ................................................................................... 45. Assessment Details ......................................................................................................... 66. Grading Criteria ............................................................................................................. 107. Student Assistance ........................................................................................................ 138. Important Policies & Guidelines .................................................................................... 139. Postgraduate Skills & Qualities ..................................................................................... 1510. Lecture & Tutorial Schedule ........................................................................................ 16

1. School Overview

The School of Business is at the forefront of innovation in business and information technology education. With afocus on internationalisation, growth and innovation, the school exploits its unique regional location and expertisein courses that combine discipline-based excellence with practical application. JCU aims to empower responsiblemanagers with practical skills underpinned by cutting edge theory. The school is one of the largest schools at JCUin terms of student numbers and offers programs at Brisbane, Cairns, Singapore and Townsville.

Graduate coursework degrees include the flagship program the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Masterof Professional Accounting (MPA), Master of Economics (ME), and Master of International Tourism and HospitalityManagement (MITHM). The school also includes Information Technology, offering a Master of IT (MIT and MITExtended). Within the coursework masters suite of degrees there are opportunities for joint degree combinations.

JCUs recently refreshed MBA is committed to an agenda of responsible management, in which all our activitiesare consistent with sustainable and ethical business practices. Across the four campuses, there are majorsavailable in Marketing, Human Resource Management, Managerial Accounting, Dispute Resolution and

International Tourism.

Research degrees are also available at honours, masters, and Doctoral levels. Honours students from JCU havean outstanding record of gaining quality jobs in government and consulting circles and a number of students havewon Australian Postgraduate Awardscholarships and progressed into doctoral courses.

There are a number of different pathways into the postgraduate study areas, with direct entry for those alreadyholding an undergraduate degree. For those who do not have a first degree but have relevant work experienceand professional experience, the pathway to postgraduate study starts with a Graduate Certificate, progressesthrough the Graduate Diploma, and reaches the Masters level and above by following these indirect entrystrategies.

Our staff are friendly and approachable and our degrees are designed to help you develop skills for application

anywhere in the world in the dynamic business environment of the twenty-first century. A number of our staff havebeen recognised through independent rankings as world leaders in their field. School of Business staff have alsorecently won national awards for teaching excellence, and are committed to helping students achieve their careergoals.

JCUs School of Business is committed to working towards achievement of genuine and sustainable reconciliationbetween Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community, as outlined in the JCUReconciliation Statementat


3/19

School of Business Subject Guide 2

The following summary provides a quick reference to the most important aspects of this subject. Pleaseensure that you have read the entire guide in full.

Staff Contact Details

The following staff members are responsible for the preparation or delivery of this subject. Please contact the relevantstaff member if you have any concerns during the study period.

Name Room Phone Email Consultations*

Subject

Coordinator

By appointment

LecturerDr IanKirkwood

901 3001.7898 [email protected] & Thurs:9:00-11:00am

* Other consultation times by appointment only.

Class Times and Contact Details

A three credit point subject will require a 130 hour workload of study-related participation over the duration ofthe study period irrespective of mode of delivery. Students enrolled in LB5214 should attend the face-to-facecontact time set aside for each session.

Time Day Room

Lectures/Workshops1:00 5:00pm (weeks 1-5)

3:00-7:00pm (weeks 6-10)

Mondays 303

Note: Classes are amixture of teaching, roleplays, negotiations,tutorials, and seminars

1:00pm 5:00pm Fridays 303

Assessment Summary

A summary of the assessable items for LB5214 is provided in the table below. Please read through

the assessment details presented later in this subject guide.

AssessmentSupervisedindividual

assessmentWeight Due Date

1. TEAM NEGOTIATION 20%Weeks 6 and 7 (immediately afterthe study break)

2. INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH REPORT 30% Week 8 (3rd

last class)

3. FINAL EXAM X 50% Exam period

You are not required to satisfy the examiners in allassessment tasks but you must obtain a final mark of atleast 50% to pass the subject. In addition, you must obtain at least an average of50% over all supervised

individualcomponents within a subject to pass the subject overall. No individual assessment piece shouldbe taken as an indication of your final grade. Raw marks may be subject to moderation or scaling. To beeligible to pass this subject, participants are required to attempt all forms of assessment and mustdemonstrate a reasonable degree of competence in the required subject learning outcomes as examined ineach form of assessment.


4/19


3. Subject Details

Welcome from the Subject Coordinator

Welcome to this learning experience! This subject Current Business Issues is for most of you the beginningof your journey into JCUs MBA program. Its position is set so that you acquire and consolidate the

foundational skills required for you to undertake the MBA journey. It begins with a focus on Communication.Communication is recognised as the core vehicle through which we transfer meaning, understanding andknowledge and develop relationships. This subject ensures that you are provided with opportunities toadvance your communication skills so that you can communicate effectively and develop positive workingrelationships and healthy workplaces.

This subject offers you opportunities to develop and practice key skills including: the ability tocommunicate and negotiate. It promotes your ability to write in ways which will assist you through yourMBA and throughout your professional life. There is an emphasis on negotiation, communicating forinformation transfer, development of a logical and cohesive argument, and nurturing of positive workingrelationships through teamwork. Further weighting is on critical analysis of material; planning,

developing and editing work; practical application in report writing; and negotiation .

Simultaneously, through the various activities and curricula, this subject provides a forum for dialogueand debate on critical business issues and contemporary research and a framework that will extendyour knowledge and skills as future leaders to meet economic, social and environmental challenges andresponsibilities in sustainable and ethical ways. Enjoy the journey!!

Subject Description

This subject will focus on equipping business managers with an understanding of current business issues,the positions taken by various stakeholders in relation to each issue, and the impact of those issues onbusiness and government practice. Key issues will be identified, and students will have the opportunity todevelop and deploy research and analytical skills necessary to identify opposing arguments, to explore thesearguments, and to make and present their own positions in relation to issues. Students will undertake criticalanalysis of a range of issues in order to develop a deeper level of understanding of the processes of

negotiation and the selection of appropriate management strategies.This subject exposes participants to the art of negotiation in the business environment. This subjectgives both a theoretical and practical insight into negotiation, with a strong emphasis on the processesof negotiation. It utilises practical exercises, role plays and case studies to illustrate strategies andtactics employed in negotiations. Students will participate in a number of negotiation scenarios duringthe subject. There is a focus on recognising distributive negotiation and integrative bargaining both inthe students' personal lives and within the business workplace. Furthermore the subject introducesstudents to the field of cross cultural negotiations and ethical considerations.

Subject Learning Outcomes

As a student it is important for you to understand how the learning outcomes identified by the subject

coordinator are achieved throughout the subject. The following table shows the alignment between content,assessment and learning outcomes.

Subject Learning Outcomes Related Content / Assessment

1. Can demonstrate a sound understanding of the key issuescurrently impacting the conduct of business and government

Lecutures, The Research Report, Exam

2. Can apply a range of resources in locating and using informationso as to achieve sound business outcomes

Lectures, The Negotiation, The ResearchReport

3. Can present well constructed and logical views and arguments inrelation to these issues, both for and against.

Lectures, The Research Report

4.Can demonstrate the use of practical skills in negotiation andteam management Lectures, Workshops, The Negotiation

These are the learning outcomes for the subject. Specific learning outcomes for each assessment item willbe provided with the detailed assessment item.


5/19


Approaches to Teaching and Learning in this Subject

This subject uses a combination of approaches to teaching and learning, including convergent and divergentapproaches; student-centred and teacher directed approaches; formative and summative approaches. Thecontent of the subject is disseminated using a variety of teaching strategies including workshops, groupwork, case studies, discussions and readings. At the beginning of each session, you will be made aware ofthe expected learning outcomes, how such outcomes are relevant to the world of business, and theresources that support the learning outcomes of this subject.

You are expected to be an active participant in the learning process and are encouraged to be aware ofcurrent affairs, participate in discussions and undertake preparatory readings.

Generally, the first half of each session will be used to introduce concepts and applications will be discussedand practised during the second half. The effectiveness of class sessions is significantly enhanced by yourcontributions. Accordingly, you are encouraged to become involved in class discussions and other activities.

Attending sessions and taking notes helps you to focus on topics that are explored. All materials andresources referred to in this Subject Guide are available through JCU's library holdings, on the LearnJCUwebsite for the subject, in e-journals, databases or the bookshop.

The subject LB5214 runs as an intensive course over two weekends or over a 12 week semester. As youcan appreciate, we will be limited in the amount of material we can cover in this time. Much of the course willbe interactive, with you participating in discussions and negotiations with your peers. To facilitate yourlearning and as a preparation for the intensive (and negotiations) it is advisable that you read the prescribedtextbooks relating to business issues and negotiations (e.g. Forster, 2009; Wells, 2009; Lewicki et al., 2010)

both before and during the course.

Beyond the classroom, your learning experience will be greatly enhanced if you collaborate and share ideaswith other students. One easy way to achieve this is to form a study group with 2-3 other students.

4. Subject Readings and Resources

Recommended Texts

Forster, J. (2010). The global financial crisis: Implications for Australasian business. Milton, Qld: JohnWiley & Sons Australia.

Kirkwood, I. (2008). Negotiations Workbook. (free copy on LearnJCU)

Kirkwood, I. (2008). Business Writing Write Right. (free copy on LearnJCU) Wells, G. (2010). Sustainability in Australian business: Fundamental principles and practice. Milton, Qld:

John Wiley & Sons Australia.

Lewicki, R., Saunders, D., Barry, B. (2011). Essentials of negotiation (5th

Edition, International). NewYork: McGraw-Hill Education.

Perrin, R. (2009). Pocket guide to APA style(3rd Edition). Boston, MA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.

Fowler, H. R. & Aaron, J. E. (2009). The Little, Brown Handbook (11th

Edition). New York: Longman(Pearson Education).

Summers, J. & Smith, B. (2009). Communication skills handbook(3rd

Edition). Milton, Qld: John Wiley &Sons Australia.

Eunson, B. (2008). Communicating in the 21stCentury. Milton, Qld: John Wiley & Sons Australia.

Further Suggested Texts

Newton, L., Englehardt, E., & Pritchard, M. (2010). Taking sides: Clashing views in business ethics andsociety(11

thEdition). New York: McGraw-Hill Education.

Lewicki, R., Barry, B., & Saunders, D. M. (2010). Negotiation (6th

Edition, International). New York:McGraw-Hill Education.

Fells, J. (2009). Effective negotiation: From research to results. Port Melbourne, Vic: CambridgeUniversity Press.

Clanchy, J. & Ballard, B. (1997). Essay writing for students: A practical guide. London: Longman.

Bayley, R. G. (1987). A survival kit for writing English(2nd

Edition). Melbourne: Addison Wesley.

Aaron, J. (2005). 40 model essays: A portable anthology. Boston, MA: Bedford/St Martins

May, C. B. & May, G. S. (2009). Effective Writing: A handbook for Accountants (8th Edition). UppperSaddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.


6/19


Magazine subscription discounts for Australian studentsAccess many business magazines (e.g. Economist, BRW, Fortune, Time, and Newsweek) with most being at

50% or more off the normal price:

http://www.student magazines.com.au/

WebsitesCURRENT BUSINESS ISSUES

http://www.brw.com.au/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business/economy/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/business/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specialreports/

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/commandingheights/

http://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/04302010/watch4.html

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/makingsense/

http://rob.customer.netspace.net.au/cureco/cureco.html

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3SUR/

NEGOTIATION

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=news01s42b5q793

ACADEMIC WRITING

https://academicskills.anu.edu.au/resources/handouts/essay-writing-later-year-cap-undergraduates

http://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/05reflective.htm

REFERENCING

This guide to referencing is an absolute must have:

http://library.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/referencing/apa.pdf

APA referencing tutorial http://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htm

Endnote

http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/endnote_web/

http://www.youtube.com/user/EndNoteTraining

Writing SkillsThe work in this subject is supported by an education package which accompanies The Little, BrownHandbook. You are encouraged to complete a series of exercises and quizzes which form part of thepackage. These quizzes will assist you with the academic writing expected of you as a student in this subjectand further as a participant in the MBA program. Academic writing is assessed in The Research Report and

the material covered as part of this educational package may form part of the final exam. Hence, you will beassessed throughout this subject on various aspects of academic writing, including literacy, expression andreferencing.

In addition, Eunson (2010) provides eight additional chapters (with accompanying PowerPoint slides) toassist you in consolidating your writing skills. These will be added to LearnJCU for you to peruse and

work through.

Journals and Periodicals

As noted above, apart from books, you will find it valuable to get into the practice of reading relevant articlesfrom journals and periodicals (including newspapers and magazines).

Just to get you started, heres a list of some journals (available electronically through JCUs library) whichyou may wish to explore:

Academy of Management Journal

Academy of Management Review
http://www.brw.com.au/http://www.brw.com.au/http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business/economy/http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business/economy/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/business/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/business/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specialreports/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specialreports/http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/commandingheights/http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/commandingheights/http://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/04302010/watch4.htmlhttp://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/04302010/watch4.htmlhttp://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/makingsense/http://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/makingsense/http://rob.customer.netspace.net.au/cureco/cureco.htmlhttp://rob.customer.netspace.net.au/cureco/cureco.htmlhttp://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3SUR/http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3SUR/http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=news01s42b5q793http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=news01s42b5q793http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=news01s42b5q793https://academicskills.anu.edu.au/resources/handouts/essay-writing-later-year-cap-undergraduateshttps://academicskills.anu.edu.au/resources/handouts/essay-writing-later-year-cap-undergraduateshttp://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/05reflective.htmhttp://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/05reflective.htmhttp://library.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/referencing/apa.pdfhttp://library.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/referencing/apa.pdfhttp://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htmhttp://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htmhttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/endnote_web/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/endnote_web/http://www.youtube.com/user/EndNoteTraininghttp://www.youtube.com/user/EndNoteTraininghttp://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24476http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24476http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:itemlocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:pmid=19602http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:itemlocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:pmid=19602http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:itemlocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:pmid=19602http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24476http://www.youtube.com/user/EndNoteTraininghttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/endnote_web/http://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htmhttp://library.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/referencing/apa.pdfhttp://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/05reflective.htmhttps://academicskills.anu.edu.au/resources/handouts/essay-writing-later-year-cap-undergraduateshttp://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=news01s42b5q793http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3SUR/http://rob.customer.netspace.net.au/cureco/cureco.htmlhttp://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/makingsense/http://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/04302010/watch4.htmlhttp://www.pbs.org/wgbh/commandingheights/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specialreports/http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/business/http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business/economy/http://www.brw.com.au/


7/19


Administrative Science Quarterly

Harvard Business Review

Journal of Management

Journal of Management

The Negotiation Journal

The International Journal of Conflict Management

Library Resources http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021230

(LIB GUIDE - Library Guide for management subjects, including LB5214 )

http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021123

http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencing(Referencing)

http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/writing/(Writing guide)

http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/english/(English)

Team Building for Group Work: These websites provide some fantastic strategies for building,strengthening and maintaining teams for assigned group work . . .

http://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/groups

http://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/study-support/study-skills/handouts/groups.php

http://www.learnhighergroupwork.com/help_for_students.php

http://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xml

http://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupwork

Team Work TEMPLATES: This website has a series of templates which you could find useful indocumenting the process and experience of teamwork . . .

http://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupwork/template_downloads

Subject Website on LearnJCU

Access the subject website through LearnJCUatlearnjcu.jcu.edu.aufor all relevant materials. Login usingyour JCU email username and password. The site for this subject is opened to all participants enrolled in thesubject at least seven days prior to the commencement of the subject. Browser requirements for LearnJCUare provided on the opening webpage of LearnJCU.

5. Assessment Details

The assessment structure has been designed to give you an opportunity to develop anddemonstrate both individual ability as well as teamwork skills.

5.1 Assessment #1: The Negotiation (20%) Conducted in weeks 6 and 7

During the subject, students will be formed into teams of 4. Formation of teams will be governed bythe cohort of students but it is envisaged that the teams will be formed harnessing the diversity ofbackgrounds, interests and areas of study of subject participants.

This piece of assessment will take place throughout the subject and will be evaluated by theLecturer.

This assessment consists of two nominated negotiation exercises with one nominated teamnegotiating with another. These teams will be arranged during the subject. Each team will have anopportunity to prepare prior to the negotiation. The topics for each negotiation will be announcedearly in the subject. It is important to note that each student will be assessed on the basis of theirparticipation and contribution to their group during the planning for the negotiation and on their
http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24671http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24671http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn%2B%22Harvard%2BBusiness%2BReview%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn%2B%22Harvard%2BBusiness%2BReview%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021230http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021230http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021123http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021123http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/writing/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/writing/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/english/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/english/http://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/groupshttp://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/groupshttp://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/study-support/study-skills/handouts/groups.phphttp://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/study-support/study-skills/handouts/groups.phphttp://www.learnhighergroupwork.com/help_for_students.phphttp://www.learnhighergroupwork.com/help_for_students.phphttp://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xmlhttp://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xmlhttp://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupworkhttp://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupworkhttp://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupwork/template_downloadshttp://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupwork/template_downloadshttp://learnjcu.jcu.edu.au/http://learnjcu.jcu.edu.au/http://learnjcu.jcu.edu.au/http://learnjcu.jcu.edu.au/http://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupwork/template_downloadshttp://sydney.edu.au/business/learning/students/study_research_writing/groupworkhttp://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xmlhttp://www.learnhighergroupwork.com/help_for_students.phphttp://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/study-support/study-skills/handouts/groups.phphttp://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/groupshttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/english/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/writing/http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021123http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/subject/JCUPRD_021230http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn+%22Journal+of+Management%22http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itw/infomark/1/1/1/purl=rc18_EAIM_0__jn%2B%22Harvard%2BBusiness%2BReview%22http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?ctx_ver=Z39.88-2003&res_id=xri:ItemLocation:pqd&rft_val_fmt=ori:fmt:kev:mtx:journal&genre=journal&req_dat=xri:pqil:pq_clntid=20960&res_dat=xri:pqil:res_ver=0.2&svc_id=xri:pqil:context=title&rft_id=xri:pqd:PMID=24671


8/19


performance during the actual negotiations. As noted, the actual negotiation will be assessed by

the Lecturer only. Teams will consist of 4 persons per team, i.e. 8 people per group negotiation .

Each TEAM will have the opportunity to negotiate with another team for around 30-50 minutes.

Negotiation PlanPlanning is an essential aspect of effective negotiations. Students are to present to the Lecturer at

the start of the negotiation a NEGOTIATION PLAN, i.e. one to two A4 sheet(s) containing theinformation relating to the areas outlined below. Please sign the evidence sheet with each groupmembers signature. No marks are awarded for this section but if there is no Negotiation Plan

presented, there will be no marks awarded for this assessment, i.e.

NOTE: NO NEGOTIATION PLAN = REDUCED MARKS

Students will be evaluated for the Negotiation Plan against the following criteria:

1. Goals and objectives identified, highlighting cascading objectives the group hopesto achieve

2. Interests and principles defined

3. Issues/problems identified and defined, and important ones specified4. Bargaining mix defined from above key issues5. Limits identified6. Targets and objectives set7. Strategy choice planned with attention to achieving targets and objectives, and

allowing for limits8. Understanding the other party and anticipating how the other partys personality,

history, and negotiating style are likely to affect the strategy.9. Key supporting arguments developed and information gained to build a persuasive

case for achieving the objectives.10. Outline of alternatives including BATNA and WATNA.

Detailed criteria sheets for the negotiation are included in this subject outline.

WORKING IN TEAMS: The ability to make constructive contributions to project teams or collegialactivities is a key JCU postgraduate skill and an important skill highly sought in employees by employers.Working in teams promotes understanding and learning and prepares you for your future as a professional.You will be provided with some guidelines for working in teams and milestones will be set to ensure that youare following due diligence and best practice in achieving positive outcomes for your team (see Appendices).

You are required to attend all the negotiations regardless of whether you are a part of the negotiating teamsor not. These negotiations provide valuable learning opportunities from the perspective of enhancing your

understanding of negotiation processes and the contemporary business issues raised in the negotiations.

TEAM ESTABLISHMENT TIPS:

1) Actively seek out your team members and get to know each other.2) Know how to get in contact with each other3) Develop a plan and establish clear goals from the outset.4) Establish common goals and expectations related to tasks. This should be done keeping in mind

the skills required to do the assignment as well as your peers attitude towards their academic workand their grade expectations

5) Agree on what research is required for the negotiations and who is gathering what.6) Discuss how the negotiation will be managed, e.g. agree on allocation of tasks and roles.7) Work out yourtime frame, noting i.e. milestones and deadline dates8) Plan and agree on regular team meetings9) Keep notes of what was discussed and what has been decided (i.e. like you would for meetings at

work)10) Any face-to-face communication should be recorded electronically and any emails kept for future

reference. Recording of communication in a systematic and regular way will assist in consolidatingand maintaining mutual obligations. (Dont forget to record the required information on the proformaor sheet in the Appendix.)


9/19


11) Discuss and agree on principles and protocols of online and face-to-face communication.12) Set up strict guidelines on team members achieving timeline tasks (e.g. if a team member has not

submitted necessary work by deadline date, an email is sent out immediately advising the studentthat he/she has 2 days to complete and submit the task; if the task is still not completed, then theconflict resolution strategy WILL be actioned)

13) Discuss and agree on how the team will handle conflict; develop a Conflict Resolution Strategy.

Remember: to avoid or resolve problems, you need to adopt assertive (not aggressive) behaviour.

5.2 Assessment # 2: Individual Research Report (30%) Due date: Week 8

You are to choose a current business issue related to the introduction of the Carbon Tax Scheme(CTS) launched on July 1st, 2012, or another issue of significance to either Australian orInternational business. The carbon price will evolve into an Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) in2015. You are required to write a formal report which identifies and discusses your specificresearch topic and recommends ways in which that aspect of the issue might be dealt with. If youdont select the Carbon Tax, your chosen topic is to be agreed upon with your lecturer.

Title: The issue you choose will determine the title of your report, i.e. the title should specifically

reflect what it is that you are exploring in your report.

As an MBA student, you need to master the technique of presenting written business reports whichanalyse and discuss key business issues. The purpose of this assessment is to provide you withan opportunity:

to demonstrate critical reading, effective researching and analysis skills;

to evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;

to write a report that evaluates a current business issue and effectively communicates thisevaluation in a logical, clear and creative way;

to prepare and present a business report with attention to its various aspects and sections.

As such, you are expected to gather information from textbooks, journals and other academicsources. The authenticity of your information or data is important and you must acknowledge thesources by citing the author(s) in the text of your report and in the reference list toward the end ofthe report (i.e. before the appendices). Using Wikipedia as a reference source is unacceptable.

To contextualise the report, you are to prepare the report for the attention of the ChiefExecutive Officer (CEO).

Also, format and style are all important. So pay attention to layout, sectioning, structure,persuasiveness, tone, diction, conciseness, and visual and graphic clarity of the report.

The report is to be presented as a business report and is to be structured in the following manner:

Assignment cover sheet

Letter of transmittal

Title page

Table of Contents - detailing report headings and page numbers. Executive Summary - this is a summary of the entire report

Body of the report break the report content into logical, numbered sections that relate toeach task. Some sections will utilise sub-sections to present more detail.

Conclusions Recommendations

Implementation

List of References Appendices

A detailed criteria sheet for the negotiation is included in this subject guide.


10/19


It is strongly recommended that you visit the RMIT site for writing reports:http://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/02reports.htm

Also, Chapter 5 from Eunson (2008) provides a comprehensive coverage of report writing. A copyof this will be posted to LearnJCU and can be found on eLibrary or Reserve Online:http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/resonline/index.htm

This site provides much useful practical information and tips on writing reports. It also provides an

example of a technical report.

Submission and Return of Assessment:

The ability to adhere to deadlines is a key feature of any competent professional. Right from the beginning,new students should acquire the habit of meeting deadlines for their work, by organising their study timeappropriately. The following points apply to the submission of this assessment:

1. Due in class or as pre-arranged. Please ensure that you have attached the School of BusinessAssignment Coversheet and stamped your assignment with the date stamp.

2. Extensions will be granted in cases of illness or personal issues (medical certificate/counsellorsstatement required); or inescapable, unexpected, documented work commitments. You shouldcontact your lecturer before the due date if you are likely to require an extension.

3. This assessment must be submitted in hard copy. Students may not email or fax an assignmentwithout prior approval from the Lecturer.

4. The Subject Coordinator/Lecturer may require the assignment be submitted to a Safe Assignmentdrop box on LearnJCU. Due submission could be required, Safe Assignment and in hard copy form.

5. The assessment will be returned with feedback in class in week 10 (final class) unless returned priorto this date.

.

5.3 Assessment #3: Final Exam (50%)

You will be required to complete a two-hour end of subject exam during the exam period . You willbe advised of the structure of the final exam.

The final exam will cover the whole course and may consist of questions requiring short essaystyle responses, report style responses and/or case studies. The exam will assess the variousconcepts and theories relating to this subject, e.g. negotiations; skills developed, e.g. report writing;

and your critical thinking skills in relation to current business issues.
http://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/02reports.htmhttp://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/02reports.htmhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/resonline/index.htmhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/resonline/index.htmhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/resources/resonline/index.htmhttp://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/content/2_AssessmentTasks/02reports.htm


11/19


6. Grading Criteria

ASSESSMENT for the NEGOTIATIONMarking Criteria Sheet(max 20%)

Team Members:

CRITERIA(maximum 1 mark per each criteria)

Pass0.5 - 0.65

Credit0.65 - 0.75

Distinction0.75 - 0.85

HD0.85 1.0

1. Professional presentation

2. Professional etiquette

3. Clear definition of roles

4. Goals and objectives clearly defined

5. Recognition of the issues/problems

6. Issues/problems clearly defined

7. Issues/problems communicated effectively

8. Active listening, incorporating positive use ofquestioning

9. Appropriate use of trust

10. Appropriate use of emotions

11. Creating a free flow of information

12. Attempting to understand the other parties realneeds, interests and objectives

13. Evidence of planning

14. Attempt to follow a strategy

15. Eliciting of alternatives

16. Creativity & lateral thinking evident, includingsearching for solutions that meet the goals andobjectives of both parties

17. Problem-solving abilities evident

18. Working toward expanding the pie, i.e.generation of alternative solutions

19. Evaluating the alternatives, narrowing the range ofsolutions/options.

20. Key supporting arguments developed

21. Ethical behaviour

22. Clear individual participation

23. Teamwork

24. Good use of available time

25. Indication of work toward partial or full result

TOTAL =/25

COMMENTS:


12/19


ASSESSMENT for the REPORTMarking Criteria Sheet (max 30%)

STUDENT:

P C D HD Total1. Title Page (1 mark) 1 page

2. Executive Summary (2 marks) 1 page

3. Table of Contents (2 marks) 1 page

4. Introduction (5 marks) 1 pageThis section introduces the topic/issue and the scope of the report (i.e. what areaswill be discussed in the report.

5. Background (5 marks) 2 pagesFor this sectionyou must be brief and to the point. Use your own words in describing

the company. Dont just reproduce the case here.

6. Aspects or Issues & Problems (5 marks) 2 pagesIn this section, you should identify the issues relating to the topic and the associatedwide range of aspects or problems, and then nominate the key issues and aspectsor problems you will focus on. From there, in the sections below, analyse and makerecommendations on only the key aspects or problems you have chosen to address.

7. Discussion (CriticalAnalysis) (30 marks) 2 pagesYour discussion or critical analysis of the issues and aspects or problems must besupported by material from the literature and theoretical concepts (e.g. journalarticles, other texts, readings, etc)*. You should ask yourself the questions Why?Why does this issue or problem exist? What does the literature say about how theissue or problem can be addressed?

Also, the depth of your understanding is shown by your ability to relate theory andpractice. Hence, you should support your analysis with examples or casestudy/studies. Ask yourself: Is there a case study to illustrate why this issue orproblem is a concern? (30 marks)

8. Recommendations (20 marks) 1 pageAgain, these must be appropriately supported by the literature*. Whatrecommendations does the literature make? Do they relate to this case? Why or whynot?You may have some of your own. Thats fine but you must acknowledge the onesfrom the literature. Also, you must make recommendations only for those problemsyou have identified. Your report must all align issues, problems, analysis,recommendations and implementation.Your choice of recommendations demonstrates your understanding of theproblems/opportunities to improve. You must convince management to adopt yourrecommendations (i.e. sell them to management).

9. Implementation Plan (10 marks) 1 pageYour plan for implementing each of your recommendations should include activitiesand timelines for each recommendation, and must be plausible. Again, you mustconvince management to adopt your implementations plan (i.e. sell it to them).

10. References (10 marks) about 5 to 20 referencesAcknowledgement of sources of information is important. Your report should besupported by the theory and so, references to the literature. These referencesshould be cited appropriately within the context of your report. Further, at the end ofyour report, you must provide a reference list (using correct APA referencing style).The list must include all references cited in text. Referencing not only shows that youhave researched the subject matter, but also that you are not plagiarising.

11. Presentation (10 marks)Grammar, punctuation, expression and presentation must be of a high standard;jackets and ties are very important in todays world of business writing. Also,structure of report, including Table of Contents, various sections (Executive

Summary, Introduction Conclusion), and page numbers.

TOTAL (Assignment has a 30% weighting) /100


13/19


LB5214 CURRENT BUSINESS ISSUES

Report Marking Criteria Sheet; Worth 30% of total mark

The grade you achieve (i.e. HD, D, C, P or N) will be determined by the followingfactors.

Research Skills:

Overall quality and depth of research as evidenced in the report

Quality of sources cited (current sources, reputation of author/publisher, etc) Inclusion of various perspectives and/or alternative points of view

Insightful utilisation of reference material

Appropriate number of references (not too many or too few)

Content:

Well defined topic, issues and problems

Clear explanation of the purpose or focus of the report

Comprehensive coverage of aspects of the selected topic, i.e. best to cover fewer aspects morethoroughly than to cover more aspects superficially because analytical skills are being assessed

Logical and coherent theme flowing throughout the paper, i.e. aspects/issues/problems raised in

the first section should be analysed in the Discussion, further addressed in theRecommendations and Implementation sections and followed through into the Conclusion.

Thoughtful and even imaginative presentation of material

Original but realistic

Insight and innovation in the application of theory

Absolutely no plagiarism

The degree of difficulty due to the selected topic

Analysis:

Arguments logical and well organised

Issues and problems clearly described

Reference material analysed (not just quoted) and integrated effectively into the report Well reasoned conclusion with no loose ends

Style and Structure:

Introduction, body and conclusion clearly recognisable

Clarity and conciseness of expression

Readable and even interesting

Use of correct terminology

Grammar and spelling correct

Paper title and headings required and if necessary, subheadings

Citation in paper and list of references at the end of the paper

No references listed at the end of the paper that are not used in the text

References set out correctly (select a common system and be consistent)o Reference list must only cite those references cited in the text of the assignment

Quotation marks used for all direct quotes

Citation of all ideas that are not direct quotes but are borrowed from others

Use of sexist language limited to direct quotes

Neat and attractive presentation

Presentation of Report 10 point font; 1.0 line spacing; standard left and right margins

APA referencing style; All pages MUST be numbered

Approximately 3000words (including Executive Summary) Business-style report (with various sections)


14/19


7. Student Assistance

Studying at university typically involves many challenges. You may experience academic, professional orpersonal situations that are difficult to deal with. However, there are many options for you to pursue includingacademic advisers, counsellors or study skills advisers. The following table provides a summary of some ofthe services you may access at JCU. If you have any concerns please talk to someone!

Support Needed Who to Contact

Information for Current Students www.jcu.edu.au/student/

Accommodation www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation/

Childcare www.jcu.edu.au/student/JCUPRD_017384.htmlComputers, IT, Library andEmail

http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/assist/infohelp/JCUPRD_033554

Equity and diversity http://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequity/

Students with disabilities http://www.jcu.edu.au/disability/Indigenous students http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students/index.html

Employment www.jcu.edu.au/careers/

Enrolment Faculty Student Officewww.jcu.edu.au/newstudent/studyabroad/jcutst_057853.html

Exams www.jcu.edu.au/student/assessment/

Financial Student Loanswww.jcu.edu.au/student/Loans/studentloans/

International Student http://www.jcu.edu.au/international/

Personal / Emotional Support Counselling Servicewww.jcu.edu.au/student/counselling/

Library http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/index.htmFaculty Librarian [Insert here.]

Spiritual Support http://www.jcu.edu.au/chaplaincy/

Learning Skills / Language Help Language & Learning Serviceshttp://www.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/

Equity Statement

James Cook University is committed to encouraging equity and diversity. In particular, JCU aims to providean optimal learning environment to students from a variety of backgrounds:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

People from rural and isolated areas

People from low socio-economic backgrounds

People with disabilities

People from non-English speaking backgrounds.

Information relating to scholarships, bursaries and services is available at www.jcu.edu.au/studentequityorby free call 1800 300 064.

8. Important Policies & Guidelines

Role and Responsibilities JCU Student Charter

The Charter outlines the reasonable expectations that students can have of the University whilestudying and also what the University expects of its students. Refer to the JCU website.

Assessment Policies

There are a number of assessment policies that you should be aware of as a student of JCU. The most

important policy is the universitys Assessment Practices Policy, which specifies the requirements ofassessment practice for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework subjects. This policy can be accessedfrom:

http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_016741.html

You should also be familiar with the policies and procedures that relate to your right of access to assessmentmarks and materials and the request for review of assessment. These rights are detailed in the Review ofAssessment and Student Access to Scripts and Materialspolicy which can be viewed at:


Referencing and Plagiarism

Plagiarism occurs when writers claim ownership of written words or ideas that are not their own.Plagiarism is a form of cheating and any instances of plagiarism will be dealt with promptly according to

University procedures. Instances of student academic misconduct are handled using a four stage procedure:Stage 1: Referral of the allegation; Stage 2: Preliminary investigation; Stage 3: Hearing; Stage 4: Appeal. Ifplagiarism is detected, the lecturer will immediately notify the Head of School in writing. The Head of Schoolis then responsible for further actions, and will notify you of their decisions about the penalties.
http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/http://www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation/http://www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/JCUPRD_017384.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/JCUPRD_017384.htmlhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/assist/infohelp/JCUPRD_033554http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/assist/infohelp/JCUPRD_033554http://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequity/http://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequity/http://www.jcu.edu.au/disability/http://www.jcu.edu.au/disability/http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students/index.htmlhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students/index.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/careers/http://www.jcu.edu.au/careers/http://www.jcu.edu.au/newstudent/studyabroad/jcutst_057853.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/newstudent/studyabroad/jcutst_057853.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/newstudent/studyabroad/jcutst_057853.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/assessment/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/assessment/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/Loans/studentloans/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/Loans/studentloans/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/Loans/studentloans/http://www.jcu.edu.au/international/http://www.jcu.edu.au/international/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/counselling/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/counselling/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/counselling/http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/index.htmhttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/index.htmhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/chaplaincy/http://www.jcu.edu.au/chaplaincy/http://www.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/http://www.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/http://www.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/http://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequityhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequityhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequityhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_016741.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_016741.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005333.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005333.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005333.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_016741.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequityhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/http://www.jcu.edu.au/chaplaincy/http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/index.htmhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/counselling/http://www.jcu.edu.au/international/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/Loans/studentloans/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/assessment/http://www.jcu.edu.au/newstudent/studyabroad/jcutst_057853.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/careers/http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students/index.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/disability/http://www.jcu.edu.au/studentequity/http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/libcomp/assist/infohelp/JCUPRD_033554http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/JCUPRD_017384.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation/http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/


15/19


Working together, discussing ideas, or helping one another with references is fine. However, the piece ofwork that you finally submit for assessment must be your own. It should contain your ideas and yourassessment of other people's ideas, and be written in your own words.

Students who are found guilty of plagiarism will be subject to the provisions of the Student AcademicMisconduct Requirementswhich can be accessed from:


It is important that you reference your work correctly. In the School of Business different disciplines mayrequire different ways of referencing your sources, but in general most subjects within the school will use the

APA (American Psychological Association)Style. Please confirm this with your lecturer. APA referencingguidelines are provided in the library libguide which can be accessed from:

http://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencing

Submitting Written Assignments

Unless advised otherwise by the subject coordinator, all written assignments must use the standard Schoolof Business coversheet and all authors must sign this coversheet. A copy of the cover sheet is availableonline at:

www.jcu.edu.au/business/JCUDEV_011380.html

The assignment and coversheet must be dated and signed and (a) handed to the lecturer in class on the duedate and (b) uploaded into SafeAssign in LearnJCU by Friday 5:00pm of the same week.

Please note that some lecturers may have specific assignment requirements and it is your responsibility tocheck these with your lecturer. This specifically applies if the lecturer has granted an extension of time.

Penalties for late submission of assignments

In the absence of any extension, late submission of work will result in a penalty of5% of the possible markforeach day late. For example, If you are awarded a mark of 71% for a 30% essay that is handed in 4 dayslate, your final mark will be 51% of 30, which is 15.3. Weekends are treated as a single full day becauseuniversity buildings are not usually accessible of over the weekend to allow for submission.NOTE: Assessment tasks will NOT be graded after 14 days past the due date.

Supplementary and Deferred Exams

If you are unable to sit your examination at the scheduled times due to extenuating circumstances (e.g.medical, trauma, death in the family etc) you may apply to sit a deferred examination. The Head of School

has the right to decline an application if they consider the reasons are less than exceptional. Alternately,applying forspecial consideration is recommended in situations where you feel that your preparation hasbeen/or is adversely affected by certain circumstances before and up to the day of the exam. In this situationyou still need to sit the exam on the scheduled day. Special consideration (if approved) means that thelecturer will consider your circumstances when marking your examination.

In some cases, you might be awarded the opportunity to complete a supplementary exam. This will beindicated by an NS grade on semester results. A supplementary exam cannot be applied for, it is granted atthe discretion of the examiner. A supplementary result is based exclusively on the result of thesupplementary exam and previous assessment is not included in a recalculation of the students result. Inaccordance with University policy, a student who has completed a supplementary exam can only receive agrade of SP (supplementary passed), SN (supplementary failed) or an SX (failed to sit supplementary).For more information please see:


Subject and Teaching Feedback

We welcome all forms of feedback from our students. If you have something to say about your experienceyou should visit JCUs Student Feedback and Complaints web pageswww.jcu.edu.au/student/complaints/index.htm

JCU staff value and appreciate student feedback as a source of evidence about the quality of our teachingand courses so you are strongly encouraged to provide considered feedback for each of your subjects.Student feedback is one way of gaining recognition of subject and teaching strengths, and providesinformation on areas that may need further development or change. JCU provides two formal mechanismsfor you to provide feedback about your subjects and teachers: Student Feedback about Teaching (SFT) andStudent Feedback about Subjects (SFS). The SFT is paper-based, and is conducted at the request of yourlecturer or tutor and usually occurs in the latter weeks of semester. The SFS is available to all students

through StudentsOnlinetowards the end of each study period. You can view a sample of the SFS athttp://www.jcu.edu.au/teaching/evaluation/JCUPRD_016952.html
http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005375.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005375.htmlhttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://www.jcu.edu.au/business/JCUDEV_011380.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/business/JCUDEV_011380.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005344.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005344.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/complaints/index.htmhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/complaints/index.htmhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/teaching/evaluation/JCUPRD_016952.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/teaching/evaluation/JCUPRD_016952.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/teaching/evaluation/JCUPRD_016952.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/student/complaints/index.htmhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005344.htmlhttp://www.jcu.edu.au/business/JCUDEV_011380.htmlhttp://libguides.jcu.edu.au/referencinghttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/teaching/coursemanagement/JCUDEV_005375.html


16/19


Other Policies and Guidelines

Further information on important policy information is available for all JCU students at the JCU websitehttp://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student/

9. Postgraduate Skills & Qualities

Postgraduate attributes are the skillsand qualitiesthat every student should have when they leave theUniversity irrespective of the qualification they have attained. These skills are often the samecompetencies that employers expect from graduates. You will not attain all of the JCU postgraduate qualities

in this subject because these skills will be developed over the full the length of your degree in varioussubjects. The table below indicates how the content and assessment in this subject fosters the developmentof JCUs postgraduate attributes.

Postgraduate Skills Related Content / Assessment

Critical Thinking

1.1 the ability to appraise information critically Report; Exam

1.2 the ability to use independent judgement to synthesise information to makeintellectual and/or creative advances

Report; Negotiation

Problem Solving

2.1 the ability to think laterally and be original Report; Negotiation

2.2 the ability to conceptualise and evaluate a range of potential solutions to

relevant problems

Report; Negotiation

Interpersonal Understanding and Communication

3.1 the ability to communicate the methodology, results and implications of theirresearch in a manner appropriate to different purposes and audiences

Report; Exam

3.2 the ability to make constructive contributions to project teams or collegialactivities

Negotiation; Exam
http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student/http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student/http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student/


17/19


10. Lecture & Tutorial Schedule

Session Content Related Content Tutorials/Readings

1

Introduction to Subject

Introductions

Approach of subject Introduction to Assessments Introduction to the Six Principles of

Management Education

Individual Activity (1):

(1) What is your understanding ofthe Global Financial Crisis (GFC)and (2) what has been GFC's impacton your country's business activity?

The Global FinancialCrisis (GFC)

Brainstorm current business issues

The GFC

(Forster, pp. 1-16)

Group Activity:

Case study #9 (Forster, p. 48)

2More on the GFC &the after effects

The path of the GFC. The world reacts.Impact on Australia & NZ

(Forster, pp. 16-36)

Theory

Strategic Management

Marketing

Corporate governance

Group Activities:

Case study #5: The AustralianWine Industry (Forster, pp. 43-44)

Case study #7 (Forster, pp. 46-47)

3Introduction toNegotiations

Negotiation Strategy and Planning(Choosing approaches)

Lewicki et al. (Essentials, Chapters1, 2, 3 and 4)

4

Academic writing:

Communication

Researching

Referencing

Report Writing

Conducting and using research,Referencing, Plagiarism

Writing Reports and Proposals

(Eunson, Chapters 3 and 5)Researching and Referencing for

your Individual research report

5

More on Negotiations

Ethical frameworks

Perception, Cognition,and Emotion

Best Practice

Power, Relationships and Ethics

Lewicki et al. (Essentials, Chapters5, 7, 8, 9 and 12)(Wells, pp. 19-24)

NEGOTIATION PLANS DUE

TODAY IN CLASS

LECTURER DIRECTED STUDY BREAK

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY

6NEGOTIATIONS - IN CLASS (Bring your negotiation plan to class)

7 NEGOTIATIONS - IN CLASS (Bring your negotiation plan to class)

8 SustainabilityIntroduction to Sustainability

The nature of the sustainable firmThe Sustainable Organisation

(Wells, pp. 1-18)

(Wells, pp. 24-31)

(Wells, pp. 56-62)

9Current BusinessIssues

Current Business Issues of interest toclass (as determined in class and/or

based on student submissions)

RESEARCH REPORTS DUETODAY

10Current BusinessIssues

Revision and Exam Preparation Subject review/exam details

Note: The lecturer can choose to alter the teaching pattern to suit prevailing conditions

APPENDICES:


18/19


No 1: TEAM WORK

This guide to group work is taken from Monash University website:

http://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xml

The purpose of group work

The aim of group work is to produce better (more effective, more detailed, more comprehensive)presentations and reports. This is achieved through the combined talents of group members,contributing knowledge and ideas.

One difficulty with group work is that you can't work as quickly as you can by yourself. Patience,communication skills and commitment are all required to make the most of the contributions of allgroup members. Thus, effective group work requires each member to focus on the process ratherthan just the product.

Starting the processMuch of the success of the project relies on what is decided upon at the outset. This is where youget to know your group members, pre-empt problems, set goals and objectives and formulate aworking strategy.

1. Building group dynamicsThe quality of your relationship with the other group members is a major factor in theoverall success of the group, so it is important to spend time getting to know yourcolleagues.

o Find out about their backgrounds and interests.o Find common goals and expectations related to the task.o Discuss work styles and individual strengths and weaknesses: this will assist in

formulating objectives and in allocating tasks appropriately.

2. Agree on goalsIt is important to agree on a common purpose. Share and discuss your understanding ofthe aims and scope of the project, and the methods of collaboration.

If you don't understand something about the task, say it now.

3. Organise the groupClearly define the sections of the task, and determine who will complete them and by whatdate.

o Create a list of names and contact information for everyone.o Decide how to collaborate throughout the project, how meetings will be organised,

and who will be responsible for taking notes in meetings.o Plan how you will collectively collate and edit your assignment. The best group

assignment is a single, unified project, not a collection of separate elements.o

Maintaining relationshipsRelationships are the key to the success of the project, so be prepared to invest considerableenergy in developing all your relationships in the group. Remember, too, that people have verydifferent modes of interacting in groups, depending on their social and cultural backgrounds.Here are a few tips for dealing with conflict in a group:

Agree to a strategy at the outset for dealing with people whoa. are too domineering
http://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xmlhttp://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xmlhttp://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/24-groupwork.xml


19/19

b. don't do their share of the work. Talk to your lecturer for advice. In your negotiations, separate the person from the problem. Dont let your opinion of the

person cloud your opinion of their ideas, and dont make a criticism of their ideas sound likea criticism of their personality!

Try to put yourself in their shoes and see their perspective. This might give you an insightinto how best to deal with the situation.

Be prepared to renegotiate things you established at the outset: roles in the group, the aimsand scope of the task, the methods of collaboration, and so on, to suit the needs and aimsof the group.

LeadershipEffective leaders manage the process: they help the group decide how to work efficiently, andmonitor the groups progress in relation to the intended plan. They should not merely lead thegroup toward their own desired outcome. Thus, a good leader is an excellent listener and is alsoprepared to re-evaluate his or her own opinion on a topic.

GROUP WORK CONTRIBUTION

Employers have clearly indicated the need for their employees to have appropriate social skillsincluding the ability to work as a team member. As a Manager you will be required to undertakeperformance appraisal of your employees and evaluate their performance as a team member. Forthese two reasons alone, the ability to work in groups is a skill the University encourages studentsto experience and develop. When working in groups there are a number of aspects that need to bemanaged including:

Identify members of the group. This should be done keeping in mind the skills required todo the assignment as well as your peers attitude towards their academic work and their

grade expectations; Elect a leader for the group;

Discuss the topic and identify tasks to be undertaken;

Develop a plan and allocate the work to be undertaken, e.g. topics to be covered, researchto be done;

Set time frames (deadlines) for when the work is to be done and diarise the dates of regularmeetings e.g. after every lecture in that subject you should schedule a meeting;

Equity of contribution: Some people are free-riders they want the benefit of the groupmark but will only put in as little effort as possible.

Some students may regard this process as onerous, but if you do this it allows you todevelop effective, transparent and ethical workplace and leadership skills. It also protects

those workers from the free-riders. This process is normal best practice in any business,where the minutes of the meetings are regarded as legal documentation and accepted assuch in court cases.

Documents

subject guide lb5214