Unit rationale, description and aim
Anyone working in, or with, business will interact with organisational systems and the people within them. Understanding the characteristics of how people and organisations work, and are practically navigated, is an important part of any business practitioners’ role. This unit provides introductory information about these issues including basic management theory and practice, systems thinking and management, organisational structures, organisational communication, teams and leadership. It also introduces students to disciplines important in managing people in organisations, namely management and human resource management. The unit incorporates the values of global social responsibility. The unit will develop the capabilities of students to be future generators of sustainable value for business and society at large and to work towards an inclusive and sustainable global economy. Students will have the opportunity to apply basic management models and concepts to organisational problems including international and indigenous perspectives.
The aim of this unit is to provide students with a broad foundational base for those working with people and systems in organisations.
Learning outcomes
To successfully complete this unit you will be able to demonstrate you have achieved the learning outcomes (LO) detailed in the below table.
Each outcome is informed by a number of graduate capabilities (GC) to ensure your work in this, and every unit, is part of a larger goal of graduating from ACU with the attributes of insight, empathy, imagination and impact.
Explore the graduate capabilities.
Identify and explain the key external and internal...
Learning Outcome 01
Apply key concepts including planning, organising,...
Learning Outcome 02
Analyse HRM concepts, theories, processes, functio...
Learning Outcome 03
Describe knowledge of communication theory and inf...
Learning Outcome 04
Develop effective collaboration through the use of...
Learning Outcome 05
Content
Topics will include:
- The contemporary workplace, key trends and issues.
- Managerial functions, practices and its organisational applications
- Ethical theories and frameworks, stakeholders, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability
- The role of HR and contemporary Human Resource Management practices
- Attracting, developing and retaining talented staff
- Impact of organisational behaviour and HR policy on the environment
- Multicultural, multinational and indigenous perspectives
- Creating inspiring workplaces through high performing teams
- Capability management
- Legislative Framework for HR
- Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
- Impactful business communication for individuals and teams
Assessment strategy and rationale
To pass this unit, students are required to complete and submit three graded assessment tasks and achieve an aggregate mark of at least 50%. Marking will be in accordance with a rubric specifically developed to measure students’ level of achievement of the learning outcomes for each item of assessment. Students will also be awarded a final grade which signifies their overall achievement in the unit. The stated assessment tasks will provide an opportunity for students to share their analytical and critical skills by covering both written and oral communication skills.
The assessment strategy for this unit allows students to demonstrate a critical mindset in evaluating the current trends in managing people and organisations and demonstrate an understanding of how these trends impact on business, society and the environment. Students will also develop analytical and communication skills by creating a presentation in which they analyse and critically appraise management models which allows students to apply their knowledge and understanding. The same assessment strategy applies to all modes of delivery.
Overview of assessments
Assessment 1: This assessment focusses on the le...
Assessment 1: This assessment focusses on the level co-creation of value by students whether on campus or online. Students will be assessed based on their continuous engagement and collaborative participation to the unit via a range of methods including, but not limited to tasks, activities, and discussions.
Submission Type: individual
Assessment Method: Written and verbal evidence of value co-creation
Artefact: Assessor generated summary as per rubric
20%
Assessment 2: This assessment item requires stud...
Assessment 2: This assessment item requires students to investigate a managerial issue of significance and communicate their investigation and recommendations to internal stakeholders using a formal intra-organisational communication. The communication submission should be accompanied by an attachment that provides evidence of your investigation and justifies your recommendations.
Submission Type: Individual
Assessment Method: Written document (1200-1500)
Artefact: Written document and communication
40%
Assessment 3: This assessment requires students ...
Assessment 3: This assessment requires students to work in a team to develop a video with accompanying presentation script that analyses HRM concepts and reflect how these contribute to the organisation’s social footprint.
Submission Type: Group
Assessment Method: Video Presentation/Script
Artefact: Video presentation and Script document
40%
Learning and teaching strategy and rationale
This unit takes an active learning approach to guide students in the analysis and synthesis of knowledge associated with managing people and organisations. Students can explore the knowledge base underpinning the ethical management of people and organisations through online learning material and a series of workshops. These workshops are designed to support students to actively participate in the construction and synthesis of this knowledge both individually and in groups. By participating in these workshops, students will systematically develop their understanding of the how and why management is critical to the achievement of sustainable business outcomes, and the substantial contribution that people make to creating competitive advantage. This unit takes an experiential approach to support students in developing the communication skills required to effectively participate in an organisation by tapping into the knowledge of other participants, sharing stories and insights and reflecting on experiences. This approach is designed to interest students who prefer to learn within a social environment.
Mode of delivery: This unit is offered in different modes to cater to the learning needs and preferences of a range of participants and maximise effective participation for isolated and/or marginalised groups.