MGF4000

Contemporary issues in management

Dr Brian D'Netto

6 points
* One 3-hour class per week
* Caulfield
* Prerequisite: Acceptance for enrolment in the Bachelor of Business (Honours) program

Objectives On completion of this subject students should be able to identify and discuss the major issues currently impacting on organisations, cite relevant research findings and theoretical approaches to effectively manage these issues; and explain how organisations are currently managing these issues. In their approach to studying contemporary issues, students will cover advanced study in the evolution of management thinking, and the development of a critical perspective.

Synopsis Topics selected will alter as contemporary issues change. Areas likely to be covered include globalisation and cultural diversity; leadership in a changing environment; academic versus `real world' issues; small and not-for-profit enterprise study; changes in industrial relations; impacts of information technology; models of organisational learning; gender issues in management; emerging models of management; and issues in manufacturing management.

Assessment Essay (2000 words): 25%
* Report (3000 words): 45%
* Presentation: 30%