Management Concepts (Introduction to Management)

Juggle the core management functions of planning, organising, leading and controlling.

Unpack decision-making processes. Learn to bring out the best in people. Become an ethical and socially responsible professional, work ready for global management.

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Duration

13 weeks

Student rating

3.8

Study method

100% online

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Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

26 Feb 2018
28 May 2018
27 Aug 2018
26 Nov 2018

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University ranking

2018

Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

outline the major origins of management
explain the main theoretical perspectives of management
identify and explain the main functions of management (eg. planning, organising, leading and controlling) in a global environment
explain how to motivate staff
outline how to manage change in organisations
identify, analyse, reflect on and evaluate a management related research problem
present research findings in the form of a literature review and report
apply management theory to solve management problems presented in a range of international case studies and vignettes
demonstrate understanding of the principles of social responsibility and ethical behaviour in business.

Topics covered

Topics
- Management
- History of management
- Planning and decision making
- Organising: Designing adaptive organisations
- Leading: Leadership
- Controlling: Control
- Ethics and social responsibility
- Organisational environments and cultures
- Innovation and change
- Global Management
- Motivation
Study resources
- Instructional Methods
  - Audio/Video conferencing
  - Chat Rooms
  - Disscusion forum/Discussion Board
  - Online assignment submission
  - Podcasting/Leacture capture
  - Standard Media
  - Web links

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Equivalent Subjects

You cannot enrol in this unit if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:

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Special requirements

EquipmentDetails - Audio/Visual equipment

Description

This subject provides students with a general introduction to organisations and the functions of management. Topic areas will address issues related to organisations, management and society. The subject will cover the core management functions of leading, planning, controlling and organising.

This subject is part of the Business Pathway.

OUA Pathways recommends the best subjects to start your studies, even if you're not sure which degree you want to do. Each pathway includes four subjects based on your area of interest. Once you complete your recommended path you'll be able to choose from a range of degrees in your area of interest. Plus, each of the subjects you complete through OUA Pathways can also be credited towards your chosen degree.

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Assessments

Assignment 1 - Case analysis (20%)
Assignment 2 - Invigilated Exam (40%)
Assignment 3 - Report (30%)
Assignment 4 - Quiz — Online (10%)

Textbooks

Textbooks are subject to change within the academic year. Students are advised to purchase their books no earlier than one to two months before the start of a subject.

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