SWK4440

Social work management: Theory and practice (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Max Liddell

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2003 (OCL)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: Most social work is practiced in an organisational setting. In order to work effectively, social workers need to understand organisational processes and how they impact on practice. This subject studies organisational theory and structure and research knowledge about organisations as a basis for assessing human service organisations. This knowledge is applied particularly in the areas of program planning and evaluation and organisational change.

Assessment: Essay (1500 words): 33% + Major essay (3000 words): 67%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: SWK3260