BEW3100

Work placement program ( 12 points, SCA Band 2, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader:

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2006 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2006 (Day)
Gippsland Summer 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Students will undertake approved projects for an employer, which will contribute to the organisation and facilitate the development of work place skills and application of knowledge to a practical situation.

Objectives: On the completion of this unit students will be able to: + Apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to practical work situations; + Use word processing and other software packages as appropriate to the work situation; + Communicate effectively and appropriately with subordinates, peers, and superiors both verbally and in writing; + Work effectively as part of a team; + Participate in team discussions; + Write effective internal reports for management; + Present issues and findings to subordinates, peers and superiors using appropriate software; + Undertake applied research projects in the areas of Accounting, Economics, Management, Marketing, or any area of Business.

Assessment: Employer assessment: 30% + Work placement report (7000 words): 70%

Contact Hours: No class contact

Prerequisites: Completion of 96 credit points including appropriate units for the area of work placement.