units

MGX5360

Faculty of Business and Economics

18 September 2017 24 April 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Business and Economics
OfferedCaulfield First semester 2012 (On-campus block of classes)
Caulfield First semester 2012 (Off-campus)
Coordinator(s)Mr Stephen Perryman

Synopsis

This unit focuses on the practical application of strategic management concepts, theories and analytical techniques in the public sector. Public value, public accountability and public policy processes are fundamental differences that have practical implications for strategic management. Learning is structured around cases. The emphasis is on understanding the nature and complexity of strategy problems, the role of strategic analysis, and the application of frameworks and techniques to identify issues and evaluate options.

Outcomes

Our students will be able to:

  1. Identify and analyse the factors that influence strategy in public sector contexts
  2. Select and apply appropriate frameworks and analytical techniques for strategic analysis in public sector contexts
  3. Research and evaluate evidence for strategic analysis in public sector contexts
  4. Evaluate strategic issues in a case and design appropriate recommendations for action.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Deirdre O'Neill

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

Students must be enrolled in one of the following courses: 0105, 0319, 2099, 2778, 1065, 3801, 1506, 2643, 2642, 0200, 0201, 0028 or 1822 and must have passed MGX9270 or MPA9001 or seek Chief Examiner's approval before undertaking this unit.