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UNE unit code: PAIS523
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Unit information
In this unit you will examine the major themes in the field of Indigenous enterprise and development. A focus is placed on contemporary international Indigenous business and community development. The unit will highlight the interrelationship between politics, culture and agency.
By studying this unit you will further develop and expand your understanding of the importance of empowerment in Indigenous communities.
You will evaluate the mechanisms that influence the relationship between politics, culture and voice inherent to Indigenous enterprise.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced body of knowledge on issues that influence Indigenous enterprise;
- present a deep, coherent and independent exposition of concepts and issues associated with Indigenous business and community development;
- display critical thinking skills so as to autonomously evaluate and apply information and ideas from the literature on Indigenous business and community development; and
- autonomously and with expert judgement evaluate the relationship between politics, culture and voice inherent in Indigenous enterprise.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Online Posts in Module Forums Students will be required to submit four posts and four replies to peer posts. No. Words: 2000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Essay No. Words: 1800 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 35% | All offerings | Essay No. Words: 2200 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Indigenous People and Economic Development: An International Perspective
ISBN: 9781472434852
Iankova, K., Hassan, A. and L'Abbe, R. (eds), Routledge 2016
Text refers to: All offerings
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