Key facts
UNE unit code: MM123
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- UNE Sydney Campus
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Management is the key to organisational success. For any role, having a sound understanding of management fundamentals will help you to future proof your career and any future aspirations, as well as aid growing any organisation in which you work.
This unit introduces fundamental concepts and theories of management and organisations, including management practices in planning, organising, leading, and controlling functions in for-profit, not-for-profit, and public sector organisations.
As a foundation unit for business and management studies, it will equip you with the theoretical and practical management skills to ensure you’re ready to embrace challenges in the competitive environment.
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For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus |
| Trimester 1 | Online |
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | 2 days | Non-Mandatory Intensive School | All offerings | Dates to be advised. Trimester 2 Non-Mandatory Intensive School - UNE Sydney. If the minimum number of ten (10) student registrations has not been reached at least two weeks prior to the scheduled date, the Non-Mandatory Intensive School will be cancelled. |
| TBA | TBA | 2 days | Non-Mandatory Intensive School | All offerings | Dates to be advised. Trimester 1 Non-Mandatory Intensive School - UNE Sydney. If the minimum number of ten (10) student registrations has not been reached at least two weeks prior to the scheduled date, the Non-Mandatory Intensive School will be cancelled. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
To study this unit on campus at the UNE Sydney Campus you must be admitted to your course as an on campus student at the UNE Sydney Campus.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
Unit coordinator(s)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of and apply management theories and concepts to the contemporary operation of organisations;
- use a range of cognitive and/or communication skills to synthesise relevant information drawn from a range of sources to critically examine management practices in organisations;
- work independently and/or collaboratively to assess management challenges and explore appropriate solutions relevant at the local, regional, or global level; and
- demonstrate critical thinking and reflection of the economic, social, cultural, and environmental issues associated with the management of for-profit, not-for-profit, and public sector organisations.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | Yes | 30% | All offerings | No. words: 2500 |
| Examination - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | There is a supervised exam at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. Students must obtain at least 50% in the exam (and at least 50% overall) to receive a pass (or better) in the unit. |
| Formative Feedback | No | 10% | All offerings | Feedback, engagement and reflection. No. words: 1000 |
| Participation | No | 10% | All offerings | Active learning and collaboration. No. words: 1000 |
| Tutorials | Yes | Trimester 1, On Campus, Armidale Campus; Trimester 1, On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus; Trimester 2, On Campus, Armidale Campus; Trimester 2, On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus | On campus students must attend and participate in at least 8 tutorials. |
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.
Fundamentals of Management, Global Edition
ISBN: 9781292307329
Stephen Robbins, Mary Coulter and David De Cenzo, Pearson 11th edition 2019
Text refers to: All offerings
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