GMBA6010
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course provides students with the opportunity to expand the theoretical knowledge and skills developed in core courses of the MBA (Global) program and gain deeper confidence in operating in different environments. In this course, students will undertake educational activities at an overseas university, and also engage in a range of other activities designed to require engagement in and increased understanding of the social, political, cultural and business practices of another country.
Availability
Not currently offered.
This Course was last offered in Trimester 1 - 2023.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Synthesise an enhanced appreciation of cultural perspectives other than their own
2. Apply knowledge and insights gained only through an overseas study experience
3. Communicate orally and in writing with confidence about cultural differences and similarities
4. Use visual/pictorial and journal writing techniques to record and reflect on their overseas study experience
5. Critically analyse the differential effects of the forces of globalisation in different contexts and/or countries, based on direct experience
Content
Before commencing the off-shore activity, students will participate in seminars covering course requirements, assessment processes, career development and planning, cultural awareness, and health and safety. Students must also submit and have approved their pre-trip plan.
During the overseas tour component of the course, students will undertake formal learning through organised lectures, seminars, workshops, and/or conferences, and well as informal and/or experiential learning through tours, cultural activities, group discussion and debriefing with course co-ordinator.
On their return, students will attend a final debriefing seminar and make a presentation on their experiences.
Pre-tour and post-tour activities will be the same for all study tours. However, the components of any specific tour will vary by country, host institution/s, and the disciplinary expertise of the course co-ordinator. A course outline will be provided to students at the beginning of Week 1 of the teaching term outlining the proposed study tour activities. These activities will be subject to change if required.
Assumed knowledge
To enrol in this course students must have successfully completed 30 units of GMBA courses.
Assessment items
Demonstrated competency: Students must demonstrate competency in all listed assessments
Written Assignment: Pre-Trip Plan
Compulsory Requirement: Submit assessment item - Must submit this assessment to pass the course.
Presentation: Post Trip Oral/Visual Presentation
Journal: Reflective Journal
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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