EMBA6008
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
In this course participants will develop the capability required by executive leaders to design and consult on a strategic project to meet their organisation's needs. Participants will regularly confer with stakeholders in their organisations to deliver the project. International case studies and organisational examples in contemporary industry contexts will be used throughout the course. The consulting capstone project journey is transformative for participants and their organisations providing them with the opportunity to integrate, reflect on , and consolidate what they have learnt throughout the EMBA program.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Singapore PSB
- Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore)
Newcastle City Precinct
- Trimester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Create a project to address issues identified within their own organisations.
2. Apply interpersonal skills to effectively work in teams and communicate with stakeholders.
3. Generate a project progress report utilising stakeholder views that articulate a clear understanding of project requirements.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the project planning/design process through reflective reporting and peer review.
Content
The content in this course includes the following:
1. Interpreting and responding to project requirements
2. Team development, management tools and processes
3. Managing communication and stakeholder expectations
4. Critical thinking, reflective management and leadership practice evidence
5. Writing a business report and recommendations
6. Board level presentation skills
7. Consulting tools and case studies in global and local contexts
Assumed knowledge
EMBA6001 Mindful Leadership
Assessment items
Report: Progress Report
Presentation: Presentation
Report: Project Report
Journal: Reflective Journal Report
Contact hours
Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) - Singapore PSB
Online Activity-1
- Online 8 hour(s) per term
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 28 hour(s) per term
- This course will be offered in intensive mode.
Trimester 1 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Online Activity-1
- Online 8 hour(s) per term
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 28 hour(s) per term
- This course will be offered in intensive mode.
Course outline
- EMBA6008 - Trimester 1, 2024 (Naihes) (PDF, 270.8 KB)
- EMBA6008 - Trimester 1, 2024 (Ncle) (PDF, 274.0 KB)
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