12 points, SCA Band 3, 0.250 EFTSL
Undergraduate - Unit
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Faculty
Organisational Unit
Gippsland School of Business and Economics
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Synopsis
This unit provides students with an opportunity to undertake work in an organisational environment broadly related to their field of academic study. Students will undertake approved projects for an employer, which will contribute to the overall goals of the organisation. The unit will require students to apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge to practical workplace situations as well as develop self-awareness, personal and professional competencies necessary for a high level of employability.
Outcomes
The learning goals associated with this unit are to:
- apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to practical work situations
- communicate effectively and appropriately with peers and superiors both verbally and in writing
- work effectively as part of a team
- undertake applied research projects in the areas of accounting, economics, management, marketing, or any area of business.
Assessment
Completion of workplace objectives: 30% + assignment on placement (7000 words): 70%
Workload requirements
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average six/eight hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
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Prerequisites
Enrolment in this unit is not available via WES. Course Director approval is required prior to enrolment and approval will be dependent upon completion of 96 credit points (including appropriate units for the area of work placement) with an overall average of 65% for all units undertaken.
Prohibitions
BEW3150