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MGT501 - Management Theory and Practice
Session 1 2016
Faculty of Business
School of Management and Marketing Internal Mode
Subject Overview
This subject develops student knowledge and understanding of a variety of management and organisational theories, as well as the analytical skills required to apply these theories and practices in organisations. The subject also develops student critical thinking skills required to identify and evaluate the assumptions underlying management theories and practices in organisations. Students will develop reflective, interpersonal, communication, team and written skills, which are required for the practice and evaluation of management in organisations.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, you should
be able to critically analyse and evaluate a variety of management theories and practices; be able to critically examine management and organisational theories and practices in the context of contemporary society and social values;
be able to identify and apply a variety of management and organisational theories and practices;
be able to reflect on and generate their own management competencies, required for today's complex and global workplace; and be able to critically reflect on ethical theories and social responsibility ideologies to create organisational sustainability.
Lecturer Details
Subject Coordinator Belinda Moloney Email bfridey@studygroup.com Phone To be advised.
Campus Other
Building/Room number To be advised.
About your lecturer
Your lecturer is: Ramanathan Ramanathan
Email: rramanathan@studygroup.com (mailto:rramanathan@studygroup.com)
Ramanathan is an experienced management lecturer with over 15 years management experience in academic, operations and marketing in Australia, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea and Indonesia. Ramanathan has taught as a lecturer in many subjects over three continents in both Masters and Undergraduate subjects.
Any questions concerning the teaching of this subject can be made by contacting your subject lecturer.
Learning, Teaching and Support Strategies
Class times and location
Lecture 1: Wednesday 5pm-8pm, Room: 2.05
Lecture 2: Wednesday 9am-12pm, Room: 2.05
Please sign up for the preferred class time using the left-side menu and instructions on the Home Page, as soon as possible since once a class fills, you must go to the remaining class.
The weekly instruction in this subject will consist of a combined lecture /tutorial lasting up to 3 hours which will occur every week. This will cover the main points from each topic.
How to contact your lecturer
Email is the best way to contact your lecturer is via email
Email: rramanathan@studygroup.com (mailto:rramanathan@studygroup.com)
The Faculty of Business is committed to staff engaging with their students and students receiving adequate support so that they have the best possible chance of succeeding in their studies. Therefore, students who are not completing assignments or sitting for tests or who are not engaging with the subject may be contacted by the subject coordinator to discuss their circumstances.
How you are expected to engage with the subject
1. Read the Subject Homepage on Interact2 (i2), this outlines the focus for each week.
2. Click on Topics in the left hand side menu of the Subject Homepage on i2 and read the relevant topic for that week. Complete the readings for that week and all associated tasks.
These are a number of other support activities designed to assist your learning:
Announcements - These are published intermittently and designed to inform you of key events. Announcements will appear on the Subject Homepage and be e-mailed to you.
Assessments - These are designed to consolidate your learning and enhance your writing, full details are below.
You are expected to respond to all emails from the lecturer within three working days. For transparency and equity to all students, the lecturer will not join any private online discussion group in social media websites.
Information on effective time management is available on the CSU Learning Support website via the following link: student.csu.edu.au
Visit the Learning Support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and note taking, referencing, effective time management and preparing for exams at: student.csu.edu.au You can also contact an adviser through Student Central on the following number: 1800 275 278.
Library Services
The CSU Library website provides access to online material and print, using Primo Search to find online journal articles, eBooks, hardcopy books from CSU Library (see Library Manager for Interlibrary Loan Requests), company & government reports, eJournals, dissertations, theses, newspapers including Business & Financial newspapers in Factiva (See Business & IT Journal
Databases), and other reference resources (eg. Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian standards, online encyclopaedias & dictionaries to be read on the computer). You will also find library guides, Subject Reserve for any readings eg. ITC100, ACC100, etc., and online assistance to help you use the Library's resources such as Ask a Librarian – Live Chat and Ask a Librarian - Web Form.
You can find Library Services on both the SGA library online catalogue: http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=SGA
The SGA library online catalogue allows students to Sign In, My Account shows student’s current library record including all books on loan, Renew your borrowed books online before the due date, also Search and Request all books in the SGA library, even if unavailable due to high demand from students. Students can Request books when all books are on loan to other students. When the requested book is returned to the SGA library, the student who requested the book receives an email immediately to pick up the book from the SGA library. View your library record online 24/7 at the above web link for SGA library.
And also CSU Library online: http://student.csu.edu.au/library - CSU Library Services including Primo Search & Subject Reserve online with 24/7 access, online and video tutorials in research skills, finding journal articles for assignments, topic analysis, download Endnote referencing program and many other online library services to help you successfully complete your assignments for all CSU courses.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ - Powerful search engine from National Library of Australia to access many different online resources on any subject from one search.
Contact Details for renewing loans, locating books and other information:
SGA Melbourne Library:
Marian Lees - Director, Library Services
Ph: (03) 9935 7921
Email: MLees@studygroup.com ( mailto:MLees@studygroup.com ) Library Help http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help-contacts Friendly and quick assistance is available. Ask for help finding information and navigating the library's extensive eResources. Online Tutorials http://student.csu.edu.au/library/study-research/training-tutorials-videos Learn how to:
• use Primo Search to find eReserve material and journal articles
• search journal databases and web resources for information for your assessments
• identify appropriate sources of information and peer reviewed material, and evaluate resources.
Bookmark your Subject Library Resource Guide
Subject Library Guides are a great way to get started with research. Each online guide is tailored to a specific area of study, including Accounting, Business & Information Technology outlining how to research in your area and where to look for information.
http://libguides.csu.edu.au/
Academic Learning Support Assistance
Visit the learning support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and
note-taking, referencing, and preparing for exams at: http://student.csu.edu.au/study You may also contact:
Name: Monique Moloney
Email: MMoloney@studygroup.com (mailto:MMoloney@studygroup.com)
Phone: (03) 9935 7919
For appointments, please see Reception.
Queries regarding the content of this subject should be directed to your subject lecturer
Your workload in this subject
Each week you should spend around 9 - 11 hours studying this subject. Obviously some weeks may require more time than other depending on how you work. These hours should be spread across online topic, textbook and supporting readings (min 4.5 hours); preparation and contribution to discussion forums and webinars (min 1.5 hrs); preparation of assessment items (min 3 hrs).
Text and Learning Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Prescribed text(s)
Linstead, S., Fulop, L., & Lilley, S. (2009). Management & Organization: a critical text. Houndmills, Basingstoke: Palgrave, Macmillan. http://www.palgravemacmillan.com.au/palgrave/onix/isbn/9780230522213
This is a comprehensive but challenging text that provides all of the content and references required for the subject.
Required reading / resources (secondary text available in hard copy from the CSU Library) Schermerhorn, J.R. (2012) Exploring Management 3e, John Wiley and Sons.
Recommended reading / resources
There are a variety of journals available in Primo Search (Library) that are relevant to management studies. For example:
Academy of Management Journal
Academy of Management Review
Administrative Science Quarterly
Harvard Business Review
Journal of Business Ethics
Journal of Business Research
Journal of Management Studies
Journal of Organizational Behavior
Leadership Quarterly
Management Science Organisation Science
Newspapers and business periodicals/magazines can also be a useful source of information.
Assessment Information
Introduction to assessment
To protect the academic integrity of the subject, you may be asked to complete an additional test ( which may be verbal) if I or another member of the teaching staff have doubts that the work that you have submitted for an assessment item is your own. This test would be held within 4 weeks of the submission of the assessment.
Detailed information regarding:
Sample exam (for subjects with a formal exam)
Pass requirements
Grades
Presentation
Submissions
Extensions
Penalties for late submission
Assignment return
Resubmission Plagiarism
are included in Appendix 1.
* due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University
** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date
Assessment item 1
Analysis of Management journal article
Value: 10 %
Due date: 20- Mar -2016
Return date: 13- Apr -2016
Length: Length: Min 500 and Max 600 words- Excluding refer
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
Visit CSU library web site/database and find an article from a management journal that interests you and that is related to one of the topics covered in this subject. The article should be published between 2008 and 2015.
Read the article and complete the following:
1. Discuss content including
a) the objectives and hypotheses ( if any) of the article,
b) the importance of the issues to management.
c) the research reported in the article; the key results and their interpretation
d) connections to key issues in topics studied.
2. Critically Evaluate
a) the evidence and consider alternative interpretations
b) discuss the implications for managing organisations
3 . Use correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary and correctly use APA6 referencing.
Rationale
This assessment is an evaluative account of what has been published on a topic by recognised scholars and researchers
This assessment assesses the following criteria
be able to critically examine assumptions and propositions of theorising about management in general;
be able to compare and analyse the strengths and weaknesses of management theories relevant to managers with management responsibilities;
Marking criteria MARKING GUIDE
NAME: MARK: /10
High
Distinction Credit Pass Fail
Criteria Distinction
75 – 84% 65 – 74% 50 – 64% 49 %
85-100 %
CONTENTS OF Demonstrates through Demonstrates good knowledge and Demonstrates good knowledge Demonstrates adequate Demonstrates limited ARTICLE AND knowledge and understanding of understanding of the contents of of the contents of the article. knowledge of the knowledge of the CONNECTIONS the contents of the article; the article; makes clear connections Some attempt to relate it to other contents of the article. contents of the article.
makes highly relevant to some of the other material in the parts of the material in the
connections to the most critical subjects’ topics. subject. Makes reference to issues within the subjects’ relevance to practice. topics.
MARK: / 4
Shows deep critical reflection Demonstrates dialogical reflection Demonstrates some dialogical Writing largely Writing remains with a substantial engagement with skillful use of a range of skills reflection. Writing demonstrates descriptive, but there is descriptive with, little
CRITICAL
with the key issues. Builds upon associated with critical thinking. capacity to step back from evidence of emerging evidence of critical
REFLECTION –
the skills of a ‘D’ with a There is a significant degree of description and to use some of critical reflection skills reflection.
EVALUATION and
considered evaluation of analysis and integration with some skills associated with critical e.g. some connection to
IMPLICATIONS evidence, alternative consideration of evidence, of thinking e.g. some consideration practice.
interpretations, and of the alternative interpretations and of alternative interpretations and
implications practice/ future relevant implications to practice. connections to practice.
research, etc.
MARK: / 4 Appreciates the importance of context.
Excellent spelling and grammar; Occasional mistakes in spelling/ Some mistakes in spelling/ Significant mistakes in Substantially incorrect
WRITTEN
easy to understand; sticks to grammar; easy to understand; grammar mistakes; easy to spelling/ grammar; spelling and grammar;
EXPRESSION and
work limit. Correct use of APA6 sticks to word limit. Correct use of understand; mostly sticks to understandable; often Difficult to understand;
REFERENCES
APA6 word limit. Correct use of APA6 ignores word limit, or mostly ignores word
uses excessive padding. limit or uses excessive
Some minor mistake. padding. Incorrect use
MARK: / 2
of APA6
Presentation
Place the full reference (title of article, authors date etc ) at the beginning of the report, using the APA6 reference style. Then address the key points.
Word Count 500 - 600 words max.
12 point Times New Roman font is preferred.
Requirements
Online submission via Turnitin is required for this assignment. Details will be provided by your subject lecturer.
Assessment item 2
Strategic Management OR Sustainability
Value: 45 %
Due date: 15- Apr -2016
Return date: 09- May -2016
Length: 3000 words
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
You are required to write a 3000 word essay on either Strategic Management or Sustainability as follows:
Use an organisation that is or has been in the news during the past two years (work-related learning) as an example of strategic management practices. Failing that, select an organisation with which you are very familiar such as your current employer.
Apply and evaluate at least three theoretical concepts to either Strategic Management or Sustainability.
Go on to examine and evaluate critically how these theoretical concepts influence managerial practices in your chosen organisation with reference to either Strategic Management or Sustainability.
Critically reflect on these practices and compile a series of recommendations that would enhance either Strategic Management or Sustainability practice in your chosen organisation. Academic and professional communication skills: You must follow an essay structure that is at a minimum an introduction; a main body that outlines the argument, analyses the material you have researched and assesses this according to the guidelines above; and a conclusion.Your writing style must follow professional literacy: Citations and a final reference list that follows the APA 6 guidelines accurately; the quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language. Use a minimum of ten (10) citations/references.
In short, you will need to demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the theories surrounding the topic, as well as evaluating the practical reality in the workplace. Please refer to relevant academic literature and source materials, as well as drawing upon your knowledge of the organisation.
Rationale
This assignment is designed to address Learning Objectives 1 to 5 (see above) by :
planning and control.
encouraging students to discern the strengths and weaknesses of the wide array of theoretical contributions; encouraging students to use empirical evidence to support their arguments.
Marking criteria
Presentation
Presentation requirements are as follows :
The Assessment must adopt an essay structure and not that of a management report.
Writing style must follow professional literacy.
Citations and a final reference list mist be included that follow the APA6 citation guidelines accurately.
The quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language.
Minimum of ten (10) citations/references used.
For more detailed guidance, please refer to the CSU Study Guide and Tips at student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips).
Requirements
Two requirements are worthy of note :
1. Students must use APA referencing in their assessments - see student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu )for more details.
2. Students must submit their assessment using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
**Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder in Interact2. **
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use other IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU. **
Assessment item 3
Ethics, Leadership & Decision Making
Value: 45 %
Due date: 27- May -2016
Return date: 20- Jun -2016
Length: 3000 words
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
Write a 3000 word essay in which you:
Use an organisation that is or has been in the news during the past two years (work-related learning) and identify an ethical dilemma faced by that organisation as an example. Apply at least two theoretical concepts from managerial ethics to examine this dilemma critically.
Go on to examine and critically evaluate how these theoretical concepts influence managerial practices in the chosen organisation.
In conclusion, reflect critically on how leaders may ensure organisational decisions are made ethically.
Academic and professional communication skills: You must follow an essay structure that is
Charles Sturt University Subject Outline
MGT501 201630 SM I-12 February 2016-Version 1 Page 12 of 24
at a minimum an introduction; a main body that outlines the argument, analyses the material you have researched and assesses this according to the guidelines above; and a conclusion.Your writing style must follow professional literacy: Citations and a final reference list that follows the APA 6 guidelines accurately; the quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language. Use a minimum of ten (10) citations/references
In short, you will need to demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the theories surrounding the topic, as well as evaluating the practical reality in the workplace. Please refer to relevant academic literature and source materials, as well as drawing upon your knowledge of the organisation.
Rationale
This assignment is designed to address Learning Objectives 1 to 5 (see above) by :
familiarising students with the various theories relating to organisations and organisational planning and control.
encouraging students to discern the strengths and weaknesses of the wide array of theoretical contributions; encouraging students to use empirical evidence to support their arguments.
Marking criteria
Criteria LO Mark High Distinction Distinction Credit ( 29.25-33.3 Pass (22.5- 28.8) Fail (00.0 -22.05)
Standards (38.25-45) (33.75-37.8) 29.25-33.3
29.25-33.3
29.25-33.3 )
An organisation that is or has been in the news /2Highly appropriate Identification of Identification of Identification of Identification of during the past two years ( work-related organisation is organisation organisation organisation is organisation is learning) is used to identify an ethical dilemma Identified that provides a detailed provides a underdeveloped, inaccurate, an example. provides an and accurate basis sufficiently detailed inhibiting deeper inadequate, outstanding and from which to basis for further examination. insufficient, and critical basis for develop further examination. unclear.
further examination. examination.
At least two theoretical concepts from 3 /8Identifies, explains, Identifies, applies Identifies, explains Identifies, explains & Limited grasp of managerial ethics are applied to examine this applies and critiques and critiques major & applies important applies alternative alternative theoretical
dilemma critically major alternative alternative alternative theoretical concepts concepts; lacking in
theoretical concepts theoretical concepts theoretical concepts but with some critical examination.
with depth, detail and clearly and but occasionally limitations, clarity. accurately. lacks clarity or inconsistency and/or
accuracy. Critique is inaccuracy. limited. Superficial critique .
Examination and critical evaluation of how 1 /15Clearly demonstrates Able to interpret the Able to identify the Demonstrates an Descriptive. these theoretical concepts influence managerial 2 a high level ability to relationship between relevant adequate level of Reproduces practices in the chosen organisation. synthesise theory and theory and practice relationships relating theory to information from practice using accurately. Offers between theory and practice; and some lectures and readings. readings and/or appropriate and practice. Offers consideration provided The relationship alternative relevant examples to some evaluation, but of alternative between theory and
perspectives. support line of occasionally lack perspectives. practice
argument. consistency. underdeveloped and is
poorly argued.
Conclusions reflect critically on how leaders 5 /10Shows deep critical Shows detailed Shows a degree of Examples of Engagement is may ensure organisational decisions are made reflection of and critical reflection of critical reflection of alternative minimal. Conclusions
ethically. engagement with and engagement with and engagement perspectives are are reached providing
leadership and ethical leadership and with leadership and provided; reflection is no or little evidence.
decision-making. ethical ethical superficial rather than Shows scant
A strong and decision-making. decision-making. meaningful. Shows a engagement with reasoned argument is A strong argument is Notes alternative basic level of leadership and ethical made to support the made to support the perspectives and engagement with decision-making.
conclusions. conclusions. leadership and ethical
decision-making.
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provides examples where necessary to support conclusions.
Academic and professional communication /10Structure uses clear Structure that uses Clear structure. Structure is apparent, No apparent structure.
skills: and concise topic and paragraphs and Adequate use of fair use of topic and Poor sentence and
Follows an essay structure. linking sentences, and sentences. Extensive sentences and linking sentences and paragraph Writing style must follow professional literacy: connected paragraphs. use of topic and paragraphs. paragraphs. Some of construction. Citations and a final reference list that follows Sophisticated level of linking Guidelines followed the guidelines Guidelines not the APA6 guidelines accurately; the quality of professional language sentences. Leads the clearly. Level of followed. Only followed. Language writing and presentation: accurate mechanics achieved. Paragraphs reader through the professional general level of not professional, (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use succinct with argument in a clear language professional language inclusive or respectful. respectful language to discuss all people; avoid excellent ability with and logical way. used. Paragraphs are achieved. Adequate Paragraphs off the emotive language; employ inclusive, grammar, vocabulary Follows guidelines succinct. Generally level of control over point. Inadequate non-sexist language. Minimum of ten (10) and spelling. comprehensively. good ability with grammar, fair ability ability with grammar, citations/references used. Impeccable Professional literacy grammar, and with spelling and poor vocabulary and referencing in APA6. well demonstrated. spelling; appropriate vocabulary. spelling. Insufficient
Outstanding Substantial ability vocabulary. Referencing lacks and/or inaccurate presentation. with grammar, Significant but specificity with some referencing. spelling and limited referencing. inaccuracies.
vocabulary. Ample relevant, accurate referencing using
APA6.
Total marks: /45
Comments:
Presentation
Presentation requirements are as follows :
The Assessment must adopt an essay structure and not that of a management report.
Writing style must follow professional literacy.
Citations and a final reference list mist be included that follow the APA6 citation guidelines accurately.
The quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language.
Minimum of ten (10) citations/references used.
For more detailed guidance, please refer to the CSU Study Guide and Tips at student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips).
Requirements
Two requirements are worthy of note :
1. Students must use APA referencing in their assessments - see student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu) for more details.
2. Students must submit their assessment using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
**Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder in Interact2.**
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use other IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU.**
Appendix 1 Assessment Information
Pass Requirements
You must obtain a total mark of at least 50% in order to pass this subject. To be eligible for the grade AA or AE you must have submitted all assessment items in the subject, including the final exam. If you choose not to complete an assessment item or do not sit the final exam then you will not be granted an AA or an AE grade.
Grades
Final grades for this subject are awarded by the Business Faculty Assessment Committee in accordance with the University's Assessment Regulations. (See current Academic Regulations at https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id-00301#s3
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id=00301#s3)). University's Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Your final grade for the subject as a whole will be based on the grading scale outlined in the CSU Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301 ( https:// policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00301).
HD High Distinction 85% - 100%
An outstanding level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
DI Distinction 75% - 84%
A high level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
CR Credit 65% - 74%
A better than satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
PS Pass 50% - 64%
A satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
FL Fail 0 - 49%
An unsatisfactory level of achievement.
The percentages specified above should be viewed only as guidelines for the award of final grades.
The Faculty has an obligation to ensure that grades are equitable across different cohorts of the same subject offering and will undertake appropriate moderation processes to ensure that grades are awarded consistently in accordance with the University’s Moderation Policy.
For further information please consult the CSU Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects http://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301
Presentation
The following points are a general guide for presenting assessment items.
Assessment items should be typed.
Use 1.5 spacing.
Use a wide left margin. Markers need space to be able to include their comments.
Use a standard 12pt font such as Times New Roman, Calibri or Arial.
Left- justify body text.
Include a separate title page with your name, student number, subject code, assessment number and assessment question. Include class time and tutor’s name if applicable.
Number your pages (except the cover page).
Use a header or footer with your name and student number on each page.
Always keep a copy of your assessments. Both a hard copy and an electronic copy. Most importantly, always use your spelling and grammar checker, but remember that this does not pick up all errors. You must still manually and carefully edit your work.
Submission
Online Submission
Only Assessment 1, the Library Quiz, is completed within the Interact 2 site.
Assessments 2 and 3 are submitted using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com) (see below).
Other methods
Assessments 2 & 3 :
Students must submit Assessments 2 & 3 using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder on the Subject Site in Interact2.
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU.**
Extensions
In order to ensure that other students who hand their assignments in on time are not disadvantaged, and to enable me to comply with the requirement to return assignments to the class within 15 working days, the following rules about extensions will be strictly enforced:
1. Extensions cannot be granted for on-line tests, as these have to be done within a specific time frame, after which the answers are released to the class automatically.
2. Computer problems (such as the speed of your computer and the time it may take you to upload assignments onto Turnitin.com) and normal work-related pressures and family commitments do not constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions.
3. If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension to the Subject Coordinator in writing (email is acceptable) prior to the due date.
Requests for extensions will not be granted on or after the due date so you must make sure that any extension is requested prior to the day on which the assignment is due.
You are expected to do all you can to meet assignment deadlines. Work and family- related pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades.
4. If you apply for an extension, you may be asked to email your lecturer on what you have done so far on the assignment.
5. You must be able to provide documentary evidence (such as a certificate from a doctor or counsellor) justifying the need for an extension as soon as practicable - but please note that if the circumstances giving rise to the request for an extension arise on a day when you cannot get documentary evidence, you must still apply for the extension before the due date and submit the documentary evidence afterwards.
6. Given the tight deadlines involved in returning assignments to students and putting feedback on Interact, the maximum extension granted generally will be seven (7) days from the due date.
7. Assignments received more than 10 days after the due date or extension date will not be marked unless the staff member decides otherwise. Items received late will be penalised at 10% of the mark available for the assessment item per day it is late (see below).
8. Note that for purposes of measuring lateness, the 'day' begins just after 00.00 hrs AEST - so an assignment received after midnight of the due date will be penalised 10% for lateness. This rule will be applied to all students uniformly.
Penalties for Late Submission
The Faculty of Business has determined that the penalty for the late submission of an assessment task ( without obtaining the Subject Coordinator's approval for an extension) will be :
10% deduction per day, including weekends, of the maximum marks allocated for the assessment task, i.e. 1 day late 10% deduction, or 2 days late 20% deduction.
An example of the calculation would be:
Maximum marks allocated = 20
Penalty for one day late = 2 marks (so, a score of 18/20 becomes 16/20 and a score of 12/20 becomes 10/20).
If an assignment is due on a Friday but is not submitted until the following Tuesday, then the penalty will be four days (40% deduction or 8 marks in the example above).
Submissions more than 10 days late will be acknowledged as received but will not be marked.
Assignment Return
You should normally expect your marked assignment to be returned to you within 15 working days of the due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If you submitted your assignment on time but not received it back by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the subject coordinator.
Resubmission
Under normal circumstances resubmission of assessment items will not be accepted for any of the assessments required in this subject.
Assessment Requirements
Assessment at CSU is criterion-referenced and standards-based where students' work is assessed against stated criteria that reflect the expected learning outcomes of the course and subject. Subjects that use a satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading scale will have this clearly identified within the Subject Outline.
For further information please consult the University's Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00301).
Referencing
Referencing is an important component of academic writing. All CSU assessment tasks should be appropriately referenced. The specific details of the referencing requirements are included in each assessment task description.
For further information and assistance with referencing refer to http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu
Plagiarism
Charles Sturt University expects that the work of its students and staff will uphold the values of academic honesty and integrity. The Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism is located at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism. This is an important resource that will help you understand these values and apply them in practice. You should familiarise yourself with these requirements and ensure that all assessments submitted by you are your own work, have not been submitted elsewhere and comply with the University's requirements for academic integrity.
The University has purchased Turnitin software. This software has two functions, a pre-emptive education function which students may use to check their own work prior to submission, and a plagiarism detection function which academics may use to check the student’s work for improper citation or potential plagiarism. Use by students is optional and is not a prerequisite for submission.
You are encouraged to check your work for originality prior to submission. You can register with Turnitin to create a Student Account under the CSU Turnitin Licence at http://www.turnitin.com/login_page.asp. Further information on how to use Turnitin is provided within the Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism: http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism/checking.
Appendix 2 CSU Learning and Teaching Policies
Minimum standards of consultation
According to the Academic Communication with Students Policy
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00139#s3) (clause 8 in section 3), when a student directly contacts a teaching staff member for information, advice and/or support (except in online teaching spaces) the teaching staff member will respond to the request within 3 working days. Clauses
19-21: Use of Online Discussion and Communication Technologies states that for each subject, the Subject Coordinator will be expected to set up and/or activate an appropriate asynchronous communication technology and respond at least once a week to student messages that request information and advice.
The Higher Degree by Research Candidates Policy - Academic Communication
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00283) states that a Communication Plan, a documented agreement between a HDR candidate and his/her supervisory team that establishes common understandings and expectations of how and when communication will occur during the candidature will be developed. The Plan should then be reviewed regularly throughout candidature.
University Policies and Regulations
Academic matters are defined by, and are subject to, Charles Sturt University policies and regulations. Your Subject Outline should be read in conjunction with all such academic regulations and policies, as some of these may affect the outcome of your studies.
Academic Progress Regulations
The University requires each student to progress through his or her course at a rate that will enable him or her to complete the course in a specified maximum time. This maximum time is intended to ensure the currency of the knowledge within the course and therefore professional suitability of graduates. Failure to complete within the specified maximum time shall lead to the expiry of a student?s enrolment in the course. The University believes that all students have a right to know in advance of study in their course exactly what constitutes satisfactory progress in that course. To this end the University will specify a maximum completion time for each course, and will also provide support to students identified as being at risk of exclusion.
The Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the maximum allowed time.
Variations to Subject Outlines
Should it be necessary to change the content of the Subject Outline during a teaching session, it will be done in consultation with the Head of School and other support services of the University. You then will be notified of the changes in writing by the subject coordinator.
Variations to Assessment
Should it be necessary to vary the assessment in this subject, you will be notified in writing by the Subject Coordinator, or Subject Convenor where one is appointed. The variations to assessment include variations to the assessment tasks and/or assessment procedures for assignments, examinations and any other assessment task published in the Subject Outline. The variations will be communicated only after the Subject Coordinator or Subject Convenor has obtained approval from their Head of School. The overriding principle is that such changes will not disadvantage students and is made in accordance with the Subject Outlines Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267).
Evaluation of Subjects
It is University policy that all subjects are evaluated every time that they are offered. The University's
Division of Student Learning administers the Subject Experience Survey through CSU's online evaluation system. Staff in the faculties and schools value your feedback very highly and take account of your comments when reviewing learning and teaching in each subject.
If you are interested in the details of any enhancements to this subject as a result of the latest survey, please contact the subject coordinator. Students can also view overall results for subjects via the Student Subject Experience Survey Results Portal: https://student.csu.edu.au/home/subject-experience-survey-results
Surveys for each of the subjects you are enrolled in for this session will be available for you to complete for a period of 4 weeks from the last week of the teaching session. An email message will alert you to the availability of the surveys online.
Please complete the subject evaluation by following the link:
https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start (http:// https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start)
Individual subject results are only reported to the Subject Coordinator and Heads of Schools after grades have been submitted for each teaching session (except where subjects have one student the results are not reported to staff).
Special Consideration
Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines.
Applications for special consideration must be submitted in writing and include supporting documentary evidence. Such applications should be sent to the Student Administration Office.
For further information about applying for special consideration please refer to Special Consideration Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00298).
Assessment Regulations
The assessment practices of all University subjects are conducted in accordance with the University?s Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Academic Conduct
The University expects that you, as a student, will be honest in your studies and research and that you will not do anything that will interfere with or frustrate the studies and research of other students. In particular, you are expected to:
acknowledge the work of others in your assignments and other assessable work; not knowingly allow others to use your work without acknowledgment;
report honestly the findings of your study and research; and use only permitted materials in examinations.
Details of expected academic conduct are provided in:
the Student Academic Misconduct Policy
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00279); the Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250);
Students are also expected to be responsible in the use of University facilities and resources and to abide by University rules concerning the Library and electronic resources.
the Library Rule (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00280); and the Computing and Communications Facilities Use Policy ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00145).
Copies of the Rule of the Library and Code of Conduct for Users of Electronic Facilities can also be obtained from the Library or the Division of Information Technology (DIT) Service Desk.
Penalties for breaching the above Rule and Policies include suspension or exclusion from the University.
Students also have expectations of the University and of other students in the cooperative endeavour of studying. Details of these expectations are provided in the Student Charter ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00268).
Residential school
There is no residential school for this subject.
Subject Outline as a Reference Document
This Subject Outline is an accurate and historical record of the curriculum and scope of your subject. The Subject Outline Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267) (at clause 16(f)) requires that you retain a copy of the Subject Outline for future use such as for accreditation purposes.
Appendix 3 Support Services
Student Central
Student Central is the first point of contact for currently enrolled students to access all non-teaching services. Student Central liaises closely with Divisions and Schools to ensure the timely and accurate resolution of student enquiries.
You may direct your enquires in person to Student Central staff situated within the Learning Commons found on campus at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, and Wagga Wagga.
You may also contact Student Central through:
ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Information on Your Library Services
Finding Information
CSU Library provides you with free access to over 600,000 books and 50,000 journals, and much more. Get an introduction to your library with the Library Orientation Toolbox ( http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/find-info/toolbox ).
Primo Search
Finding the resources you need is easy with Primo Search
( http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?dscnt=1&dstmp=1328694476534& Search most of the Library’s collections, including online resources, print publications and CSU research. Plus, you can easily place loan requests, view your current loans, and renew items online.
Online Resources
You’ll find journal databases, eBook collections, and other useful online information sources listed under Key Resources (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-information).
eReserve
Some subject readings may be held in eReserve
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-info/search-reserve). Online access is encouraged to help reduce
CSU’s carbon footprint, however a printed copy of eReserve subject readings can be purchased
through CSU Print
( http://www.csu.edu.au/division/student-learning/technologies-for-learning-and-teaching/csu-print ).
Borrowing
Your borrowing privileges depend on your enrolment. Visit Information for Students
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help/information-for-students) to find out what you are eligible for. The Library FAQs (http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/how-to/faq) have more information on borrowing and access to resources.
Need help?
CSU Library staff are available to answer your questions by phone, Live Chat, email, forum, or in person. See Ask a Librarian (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/contacts/ask-a-librarian) for more information.
Keep up to date with what is happening in your Library through Facebook, Twitter and our blog.
CSU Library Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/CSULibrary) CSU Library Twitter
(http://twitter.com/CSU_Library) CSU Library Blogs
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/about-your-library/library-blog )
Academic Learning Assistance
CSU’s Learning Skills Advisers can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your studies.
Learning Skills advisers can help you with:
Understanding and preparing assignments
Study skills
Exam preparation
Time management
Notetaking and
Referencing and avoiding plagiarism
Learning Skills also have specialists in English Language, online learning and maths and statistics who can support your development in these areas.
Students can take advantage of online resources and workshops, forums and individual appointments either in person, or online. More information is available at student.csu.edu.au/study ( http://student.csu.edu.au/study ).
STUDYLINK provides access to a variety of short, non-award subjects in preparation for university study. Subjects are available throughout the year through flexible, online delivery, and each is designed to help you gain confidence, skills and knowledge for your university studies ( http://www.csu.edu.au/student/studylink/).
Student Support - http://student.csu.edu.au/support
A wide range of services are provided to support your student academic experience. Services are available on campus with relevant services also available via telephone and online. Services provided include:
Orientation
Student mentoring
Scholarship and financial assistance
Counseling support and referral
Academic appeals and legal advice referral
Disability, welfare and equity support and referral
Health and wellbeing
Social and recreational activities
Graduation
Indigenous student support
International student support
Residential Student Support - http://student.csu.edu.au/campus/residences/residential-advisors
The Residential Support Scheme operates across all campuses to provide for the pastoral care and welfare of residents and actively encourages student participation and involvement in all aspects of residential life. The residential community is supported and structured to provide an environment to support student academic achievement.
For assistance and initial contact go to
Student Central
Email: ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au) (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
Phone: 1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Career Development
Career Development (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/careers) includes a range of services, from first through to the final year of study, which support students’ self-assessment, awareness of opportunities, improvements to decision making, and gaining the necessary skills for making successful transitions post-study. This support is available face to face, via telephone and online.
Distance Education Outreach Team
Assistance for students studying by distance education with Charles Sturt University.
The DE Outreach Team is available to all CSU students studying by Distance Education.
We can assist you with:
Your orientation to CSU and DE study;
Study skills;
Preparing assignments;
Time management;
Online learning, and
Any other questions you may have about studying by DE at CSU.
We provide these services in a number of different ways including:
Outreach sessions to locations around Australia including group and individual sessions;
Advice and support via phone, email, and Skype;
Preparing assignments;
Online workshops;
Regional Study Centres, and
Online resources and social media.
Find us at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/de-outreach https://www.facebook.com/DistanceEDatCSU
Session 1 2016
Faculty of Business
School of Management and Marketing Internal Mode
Subject Overview
This subject develops student knowledge and understanding of a variety of management and organisational theories, as well as the analytical skills required to apply these theories and practices in organisations. The subject also develops student critical thinking skills required to identify and evaluate the assumptions underlying management theories and practices in organisations. Students will develop reflective, interpersonal, communication, team and written skills, which are required for the practice and evaluation of management in organisations.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, you should
be able to critically analyse and evaluate a variety of management theories and practices; be able to critically examine management and organisational theories and practices in the context of contemporary society and social values;
be able to identify and apply a variety of management and organisational theories and practices;
be able to reflect on and generate their own management competencies, required for today's complex and global workplace; and be able to critically reflect on ethical theories and social responsibility ideologies to create organisational sustainability.
Lecturer Details
Subject Coordinator Belinda Moloney Email bfridey@studygroup.com Phone To be advised.
Campus Other
Building/Room number To be advised.
About your lecturer
Your lecturer is: Ramanathan Ramanathan
Email: rramanathan@studygroup.com (mailto:rramanathan@studygroup.com)
Ramanathan is an experienced management lecturer with over 15 years management experience in academic, operations and marketing in Australia, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea and Indonesia. Ramanathan has taught as a lecturer in many subjects over three continents in both Masters and Undergraduate subjects.
Any questions concerning the teaching of this subject can be made by contacting your subject lecturer.
Learning, Teaching and Support Strategies
Class times and location
Lecture 1: Wednesday 5pm-8pm, Room: 2.05
Lecture 2: Wednesday 9am-12pm, Room: 2.05
Please sign up for the preferred class time using the left-side menu and instructions on the Home Page, as soon as possible since once a class fills, you must go to the remaining class.
The weekly instruction in this subject will consist of a combined lecture /tutorial lasting up to 3 hours which will occur every week. This will cover the main points from each topic.
How to contact your lecturer
Email is the best way to contact your lecturer is via email
Email: rramanathan@studygroup.com (mailto:rramanathan@studygroup.com)
The Faculty of Business is committed to staff engaging with their students and students receiving adequate support so that they have the best possible chance of succeeding in their studies. Therefore, students who are not completing assignments or sitting for tests or who are not engaging with the subject may be contacted by the subject coordinator to discuss their circumstances.
How you are expected to engage with the subject
1. Read the Subject Homepage on Interact2 (i2), this outlines the focus for each week.
2. Click on Topics in the left hand side menu of the Subject Homepage on i2 and read the relevant topic for that week. Complete the readings for that week and all associated tasks.
These are a number of other support activities designed to assist your learning:
Announcements - These are published intermittently and designed to inform you of key events. Announcements will appear on the Subject Homepage and be e-mailed to you.
Assessments - These are designed to consolidate your learning and enhance your writing, full details are below.
You are expected to respond to all emails from the lecturer within three working days. For transparency and equity to all students, the lecturer will not join any private online discussion group in social media websites.
Information on effective time management is available on the CSU Learning Support website via the following link: student.csu.edu.au
Visit the Learning Support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and note taking, referencing, effective time management and preparing for exams at: student.csu.edu.au You can also contact an adviser through Student Central on the following number: 1800 275 278.
Library Services
The CSU Library website provides access to online material and print, using Primo Search to find online journal articles, eBooks, hardcopy books from CSU Library (see Library Manager for Interlibrary Loan Requests), company & government reports, eJournals, dissertations, theses, newspapers including Business & Financial newspapers in Factiva (See Business & IT Journal
Databases), and other reference resources (eg. Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian standards, online encyclopaedias & dictionaries to be read on the computer). You will also find library guides, Subject Reserve for any readings eg. ITC100, ACC100, etc., and online assistance to help you use the Library's resources such as Ask a Librarian – Live Chat and Ask a Librarian - Web Form.
You can find Library Services on both the SGA library online catalogue: http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=SGA
The SGA library online catalogue allows students to Sign In, My Account shows student’s current library record including all books on loan, Renew your borrowed books online before the due date, also Search and Request all books in the SGA library, even if unavailable due to high demand from students. Students can Request books when all books are on loan to other students. When the requested book is returned to the SGA library, the student who requested the book receives an email immediately to pick up the book from the SGA library. View your library record online 24/7 at the above web link for SGA library.
And also CSU Library online: http://student.csu.edu.au/library - CSU Library Services including Primo Search & Subject Reserve online with 24/7 access, online and video tutorials in research skills, finding journal articles for assignments, topic analysis, download Endnote referencing program and many other online library services to help you successfully complete your assignments for all CSU courses.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ - Powerful search engine from National Library of Australia to access many different online resources on any subject from one search.
Contact Details for renewing loans, locating books and other information:
SGA Melbourne Library:
Marian Lees - Director, Library Services
Ph: (03) 9935 7921
Email: MLees@studygroup.com ( mailto:MLees@studygroup.com ) Library Help http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help-contacts Friendly and quick assistance is available. Ask for help finding information and navigating the library's extensive eResources. Online Tutorials http://student.csu.edu.au/library/study-research/training-tutorials-videos Learn how to:
• use Primo Search to find eReserve material and journal articles
• search journal databases and web resources for information for your assessments
• identify appropriate sources of information and peer reviewed material, and evaluate resources.
Bookmark your Subject Library Resource Guide
Subject Library Guides are a great way to get started with research. Each online guide is tailored to a specific area of study, including Accounting, Business & Information Technology outlining how to research in your area and where to look for information.
http://libguides.csu.edu.au/
Academic Learning Support Assistance
Visit the learning support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and
note-taking, referencing, and preparing for exams at: http://student.csu.edu.au/study You may also contact:
Name: Monique Moloney
Email: MMoloney@studygroup.com (mailto:MMoloney@studygroup.com)
Phone: (03) 9935 7919
For appointments, please see Reception.
Queries regarding the content of this subject should be directed to your subject lecturer
Your workload in this subject
Each week you should spend around 9 - 11 hours studying this subject. Obviously some weeks may require more time than other depending on how you work. These hours should be spread across online topic, textbook and supporting readings (min 4.5 hours); preparation and contribution to discussion forums and webinars (min 1.5 hrs); preparation of assessment items (min 3 hrs).
Text and Learning Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Prescribed text(s)
Linstead, S., Fulop, L., & Lilley, S. (2009). Management & Organization: a critical text. Houndmills, Basingstoke: Palgrave, Macmillan. http://www.palgravemacmillan.com.au/palgrave/onix/isbn/9780230522213
This is a comprehensive but challenging text that provides all of the content and references required for the subject.
Required reading / resources (secondary text available in hard copy from the CSU Library) Schermerhorn, J.R. (2012) Exploring Management 3e, John Wiley and Sons.
Recommended reading / resources
There are a variety of journals available in Primo Search (Library) that are relevant to management studies. For example:
Academy of Management Journal
Academy of Management Review
Administrative Science Quarterly
Harvard Business Review
Journal of Business Ethics
Journal of Business Research
Journal of Management Studies
Journal of Organizational Behavior
Leadership Quarterly
Management Science Organisation Science
Newspapers and business periodicals/magazines can also be a useful source of information.
Assessment Information
Introduction to assessment
To protect the academic integrity of the subject, you may be asked to complete an additional test ( which may be verbal) if I or another member of the teaching staff have doubts that the work that you have submitted for an assessment item is your own. This test would be held within 4 weeks of the submission of the assessment.
Detailed information regarding:
Sample exam (for subjects with a formal exam)
Pass requirements
Grades
Presentation
Submissions
Extensions
Penalties for late submission
Assignment return
Resubmission Plagiarism
are included in Appendix 1.
* due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University
** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date
Assessment item 1
Analysis of Management journal article
Value: 10 %
Due date: 20- Mar -2016
Return date: 13- Apr -2016
Length: Length: Min 500 and Max 600 words- Excluding refer
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
Visit CSU library web site/database and find an article from a management journal that interests you and that is related to one of the topics covered in this subject. The article should be published between 2008 and 2015.
Read the article and complete the following:
1. Discuss content including
a) the objectives and hypotheses ( if any) of the article,
b) the importance of the issues to management.
c) the research reported in the article; the key results and their interpretation
d) connections to key issues in topics studied.
2. Critically Evaluate
a) the evidence and consider alternative interpretations
b) discuss the implications for managing organisations
3 . Use correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary and correctly use APA6 referencing.
Rationale
This assessment is an evaluative account of what has been published on a topic by recognised scholars and researchers
This assessment assesses the following criteria
be able to critically examine assumptions and propositions of theorising about management in general;
be able to compare and analyse the strengths and weaknesses of management theories relevant to managers with management responsibilities;
Marking criteria MARKING GUIDE
NAME: MARK: /10
High
Distinction Credit Pass Fail
Criteria Distinction
75 – 84% 65 – 74% 50 – 64% 49 %
85-100 %
CONTENTS OF Demonstrates through Demonstrates good knowledge and Demonstrates good knowledge Demonstrates adequate Demonstrates limited ARTICLE AND knowledge and understanding of understanding of the contents of of the contents of the article. knowledge of the knowledge of the CONNECTIONS the contents of the article; the article; makes clear connections Some attempt to relate it to other contents of the article. contents of the article.
makes highly relevant to some of the other material in the parts of the material in the
connections to the most critical subjects’ topics. subject. Makes reference to issues within the subjects’ relevance to practice. topics.
MARK: / 4
Shows deep critical reflection Demonstrates dialogical reflection Demonstrates some dialogical Writing largely Writing remains with a substantial engagement with skillful use of a range of skills reflection. Writing demonstrates descriptive, but there is descriptive with, little
CRITICAL
with the key issues. Builds upon associated with critical thinking. capacity to step back from evidence of emerging evidence of critical
REFLECTION –
the skills of a ‘D’ with a There is a significant degree of description and to use some of critical reflection skills reflection.
EVALUATION and
considered evaluation of analysis and integration with some skills associated with critical e.g. some connection to
IMPLICATIONS evidence, alternative consideration of evidence, of thinking e.g. some consideration practice.
interpretations, and of the alternative interpretations and of alternative interpretations and
implications practice/ future relevant implications to practice. connections to practice.
research, etc.
MARK: / 4 Appreciates the importance of context.
Excellent spelling and grammar; Occasional mistakes in spelling/ Some mistakes in spelling/ Significant mistakes in Substantially incorrect
WRITTEN
easy to understand; sticks to grammar; easy to understand; grammar mistakes; easy to spelling/ grammar; spelling and grammar;
EXPRESSION and
work limit. Correct use of APA6 sticks to word limit. Correct use of understand; mostly sticks to understandable; often Difficult to understand;
REFERENCES
APA6 word limit. Correct use of APA6 ignores word limit, or mostly ignores word
uses excessive padding. limit or uses excessive
Some minor mistake. padding. Incorrect use
MARK: / 2
of APA6
Presentation
Place the full reference (title of article, authors date etc ) at the beginning of the report, using the APA6 reference style. Then address the key points.
Word Count 500 - 600 words max.
12 point Times New Roman font is preferred.
Requirements
Online submission via Turnitin is required for this assignment. Details will be provided by your subject lecturer.
Assessment item 2
Strategic Management OR Sustainability
Value: 45 %
Due date: 15- Apr -2016
Return date: 09- May -2016
Length: 3000 words
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
You are required to write a 3000 word essay on either Strategic Management or Sustainability as follows:
Use an organisation that is or has been in the news during the past two years (work-related learning) as an example of strategic management practices. Failing that, select an organisation with which you are very familiar such as your current employer.
Apply and evaluate at least three theoretical concepts to either Strategic Management or Sustainability.
Go on to examine and evaluate critically how these theoretical concepts influence managerial practices in your chosen organisation with reference to either Strategic Management or Sustainability.
Critically reflect on these practices and compile a series of recommendations that would enhance either Strategic Management or Sustainability practice in your chosen organisation. Academic and professional communication skills: You must follow an essay structure that is at a minimum an introduction; a main body that outlines the argument, analyses the material you have researched and assesses this according to the guidelines above; and a conclusion.Your writing style must follow professional literacy: Citations and a final reference list that follows the APA 6 guidelines accurately; the quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language. Use a minimum of ten (10) citations/references.
In short, you will need to demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the theories surrounding the topic, as well as evaluating the practical reality in the workplace. Please refer to relevant academic literature and source materials, as well as drawing upon your knowledge of the organisation.
Rationale
This assignment is designed to address Learning Objectives 1 to 5 (see above) by :
planning and control.
encouraging students to discern the strengths and weaknesses of the wide array of theoretical contributions; encouraging students to use empirical evidence to support their arguments.
Marking criteria
Presentation
Presentation requirements are as follows :
The Assessment must adopt an essay structure and not that of a management report.
Writing style must follow professional literacy.
Citations and a final reference list mist be included that follow the APA6 citation guidelines accurately.
The quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language.
Minimum of ten (10) citations/references used.
For more detailed guidance, please refer to the CSU Study Guide and Tips at student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips).
Requirements
Two requirements are worthy of note :
1. Students must use APA referencing in their assessments - see student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu )for more details.
2. Students must submit their assessment using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
**Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder in Interact2. **
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use other IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU. **
Assessment item 3
Ethics, Leadership & Decision Making
Value: 45 %
Due date: 27- May -2016
Return date: 20- Jun -2016
Length: 3000 words
Submission method options Alternative submission method
Task
Write a 3000 word essay in which you:
Use an organisation that is or has been in the news during the past two years (work-related learning) and identify an ethical dilemma faced by that organisation as an example. Apply at least two theoretical concepts from managerial ethics to examine this dilemma critically.
Go on to examine and critically evaluate how these theoretical concepts influence managerial practices in the chosen organisation.
In conclusion, reflect critically on how leaders may ensure organisational decisions are made ethically.
Academic and professional communication skills: You must follow an essay structure that is
Charles Sturt University Subject Outline
MGT501 201630 SM I-12 February 2016-Version 1 Page 12 of 24
at a minimum an introduction; a main body that outlines the argument, analyses the material you have researched and assesses this according to the guidelines above; and a conclusion.Your writing style must follow professional literacy: Citations and a final reference list that follows the APA 6 guidelines accurately; the quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language. Use a minimum of ten (10) citations/references
In short, you will need to demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the theories surrounding the topic, as well as evaluating the practical reality in the workplace. Please refer to relevant academic literature and source materials, as well as drawing upon your knowledge of the organisation.
Rationale
This assignment is designed to address Learning Objectives 1 to 5 (see above) by :
familiarising students with the various theories relating to organisations and organisational planning and control.
encouraging students to discern the strengths and weaknesses of the wide array of theoretical contributions; encouraging students to use empirical evidence to support their arguments.
Marking criteria
Criteria LO Mark High Distinction Distinction Credit ( 29.25-33.3 Pass (22.5- 28.8) Fail (00.0 -22.05)
Standards (38.25-45) (33.75-37.8) 29.25-33.3
29.25-33.3
29.25-33.3 )
An organisation that is or has been in the news /2Highly appropriate Identification of Identification of Identification of Identification of during the past two years ( work-related organisation is organisation organisation organisation is organisation is learning) is used to identify an ethical dilemma Identified that provides a detailed provides a underdeveloped, inaccurate, an example. provides an and accurate basis sufficiently detailed inhibiting deeper inadequate, outstanding and from which to basis for further examination. insufficient, and critical basis for develop further examination. unclear.
further examination. examination.
At least two theoretical concepts from 3 /8Identifies, explains, Identifies, applies Identifies, explains Identifies, explains & Limited grasp of managerial ethics are applied to examine this applies and critiques and critiques major & applies important applies alternative alternative theoretical
dilemma critically major alternative alternative alternative theoretical concepts concepts; lacking in
theoretical concepts theoretical concepts theoretical concepts but with some critical examination.
with depth, detail and clearly and but occasionally limitations, clarity. accurately. lacks clarity or inconsistency and/or
accuracy. Critique is inaccuracy. limited. Superficial critique .
Examination and critical evaluation of how 1 /15Clearly demonstrates Able to interpret the Able to identify the Demonstrates an Descriptive. these theoretical concepts influence managerial 2 a high level ability to relationship between relevant adequate level of Reproduces practices in the chosen organisation. synthesise theory and theory and practice relationships relating theory to information from practice using accurately. Offers between theory and practice; and some lectures and readings. readings and/or appropriate and practice. Offers consideration provided The relationship alternative relevant examples to some evaluation, but of alternative between theory and
perspectives. support line of occasionally lack perspectives. practice
argument. consistency. underdeveloped and is
poorly argued.
Conclusions reflect critically on how leaders 5 /10Shows deep critical Shows detailed Shows a degree of Examples of Engagement is may ensure organisational decisions are made reflection of and critical reflection of critical reflection of alternative minimal. Conclusions
ethically. engagement with and engagement with and engagement perspectives are are reached providing
leadership and ethical leadership and with leadership and provided; reflection is no or little evidence.
decision-making. ethical ethical superficial rather than Shows scant
A strong and decision-making. decision-making. meaningful. Shows a engagement with reasoned argument is A strong argument is Notes alternative basic level of leadership and ethical made to support the made to support the perspectives and engagement with decision-making.
conclusions. conclusions. leadership and ethical
decision-making.
Charles Sturt University Subject Outline
MGT501 201630 SM I-12 February 2016-Version 1 Page 14 of 24
provides examples where necessary to support conclusions.
Academic and professional communication /10Structure uses clear Structure that uses Clear structure. Structure is apparent, No apparent structure.
skills: and concise topic and paragraphs and Adequate use of fair use of topic and Poor sentence and
Follows an essay structure. linking sentences, and sentences. Extensive sentences and linking sentences and paragraph Writing style must follow professional literacy: connected paragraphs. use of topic and paragraphs. paragraphs. Some of construction. Citations and a final reference list that follows Sophisticated level of linking Guidelines followed the guidelines Guidelines not the APA6 guidelines accurately; the quality of professional language sentences. Leads the clearly. Level of followed. Only followed. Language writing and presentation: accurate mechanics achieved. Paragraphs reader through the professional general level of not professional, (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use succinct with argument in a clear language professional language inclusive or respectful. respectful language to discuss all people; avoid excellent ability with and logical way. used. Paragraphs are achieved. Adequate Paragraphs off the emotive language; employ inclusive, grammar, vocabulary Follows guidelines succinct. Generally level of control over point. Inadequate non-sexist language. Minimum of ten (10) and spelling. comprehensively. good ability with grammar, fair ability ability with grammar, citations/references used. Impeccable Professional literacy grammar, and with spelling and poor vocabulary and referencing in APA6. well demonstrated. spelling; appropriate vocabulary. spelling. Insufficient
Outstanding Substantial ability vocabulary. Referencing lacks and/or inaccurate presentation. with grammar, Significant but specificity with some referencing. spelling and limited referencing. inaccuracies.
vocabulary. Ample relevant, accurate referencing using
APA6.
Total marks: /45
Comments:
Presentation
Presentation requirements are as follows :
The Assessment must adopt an essay structure and not that of a management report.
Writing style must follow professional literacy.
Citations and a final reference list mist be included that follow the APA6 citation guidelines accurately.
The quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language.
Minimum of ten (10) citations/references used.
For more detailed guidance, please refer to the CSU Study Guide and Tips at student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/guidesandtips).
Requirements
Two requirements are worthy of note :
1. Students must use APA referencing in their assessments - see student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/referencing-at-csu) for more details.
2. Students must submit their assessment using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
**Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder in Interact2.**
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use other IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU.**
Appendix 1 Assessment Information
Pass Requirements
You must obtain a total mark of at least 50% in order to pass this subject. To be eligible for the grade AA or AE you must have submitted all assessment items in the subject, including the final exam. If you choose not to complete an assessment item or do not sit the final exam then you will not be granted an AA or an AE grade.
Grades
Final grades for this subject are awarded by the Business Faculty Assessment Committee in accordance with the University's Assessment Regulations. (See current Academic Regulations at https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id-00301#s3
(https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.currect.php?id=00301#s3)). University's Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Your final grade for the subject as a whole will be based on the grading scale outlined in the CSU Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301 ( https:// policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00301).
HD High Distinction 85% - 100%
An outstanding level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
DI Distinction 75% - 84%
A high level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
CR Credit 65% - 74%
A better than satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
PS Pass 50% - 64%
A satisfactory level of achievement in relation to the assessment process.
FL Fail 0 - 49%
An unsatisfactory level of achievement.
The percentages specified above should be viewed only as guidelines for the award of final grades.
The Faculty has an obligation to ensure that grades are equitable across different cohorts of the same subject offering and will undertake appropriate moderation processes to ensure that grades are awarded consistently in accordance with the University’s Moderation Policy.
For further information please consult the CSU Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects http://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301
Presentation
The following points are a general guide for presenting assessment items.
Assessment items should be typed.
Use 1.5 spacing.
Use a wide left margin. Markers need space to be able to include their comments.
Use a standard 12pt font such as Times New Roman, Calibri or Arial.
Left- justify body text.
Include a separate title page with your name, student number, subject code, assessment number and assessment question. Include class time and tutor’s name if applicable.
Number your pages (except the cover page).
Use a header or footer with your name and student number on each page.
Always keep a copy of your assessments. Both a hard copy and an electronic copy. Most importantly, always use your spelling and grammar checker, but remember that this does not pick up all errors. You must still manually and carefully edit your work.
Submission
Online Submission
Only Assessment 1, the Library Quiz, is completed within the Interact 2 site.
Assessments 2 and 3 are submitted using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com) (see below).
Other methods
Assessments 2 & 3 :
Students must submit Assessments 2 & 3 using Turnitin.com (http://Turnitin.com).
Full details of how to set up an account on Turnitin and submit an essay are included in a short two page guide found in the Resources folder on the Subject Site in Interact2.
**Please use only the details in this guide, they are specific to this subject. Do not use IDs given to you by other personnel within CSU.**
Extensions
In order to ensure that other students who hand their assignments in on time are not disadvantaged, and to enable me to comply with the requirement to return assignments to the class within 15 working days, the following rules about extensions will be strictly enforced:
1. Extensions cannot be granted for on-line tests, as these have to be done within a specific time frame, after which the answers are released to the class automatically.
2. Computer problems (such as the speed of your computer and the time it may take you to upload assignments onto Turnitin.com) and normal work-related pressures and family commitments do not constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions.
3. If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension to the Subject Coordinator in writing (email is acceptable) prior to the due date.
Requests for extensions will not be granted on or after the due date so you must make sure that any extension is requested prior to the day on which the assignment is due.
You are expected to do all you can to meet assignment deadlines. Work and family- related pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades.
4. If you apply for an extension, you may be asked to email your lecturer on what you have done so far on the assignment.
5. You must be able to provide documentary evidence (such as a certificate from a doctor or counsellor) justifying the need for an extension as soon as practicable - but please note that if the circumstances giving rise to the request for an extension arise on a day when you cannot get documentary evidence, you must still apply for the extension before the due date and submit the documentary evidence afterwards.
6. Given the tight deadlines involved in returning assignments to students and putting feedback on Interact, the maximum extension granted generally will be seven (7) days from the due date.
7. Assignments received more than 10 days after the due date or extension date will not be marked unless the staff member decides otherwise. Items received late will be penalised at 10% of the mark available for the assessment item per day it is late (see below).
8. Note that for purposes of measuring lateness, the 'day' begins just after 00.00 hrs AEST - so an assignment received after midnight of the due date will be penalised 10% for lateness. This rule will be applied to all students uniformly.
Penalties for Late Submission
The Faculty of Business has determined that the penalty for the late submission of an assessment task ( without obtaining the Subject Coordinator's approval for an extension) will be :
10% deduction per day, including weekends, of the maximum marks allocated for the assessment task, i.e. 1 day late 10% deduction, or 2 days late 20% deduction.
An example of the calculation would be:
Maximum marks allocated = 20
Penalty for one day late = 2 marks (so, a score of 18/20 becomes 16/20 and a score of 12/20 becomes 10/20).
If an assignment is due on a Friday but is not submitted until the following Tuesday, then the penalty will be four days (40% deduction or 8 marks in the example above).
Submissions more than 10 days late will be acknowledged as received but will not be marked.
Assignment Return
You should normally expect your marked assignment to be returned to you within 15 working days of the due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If you submitted your assignment on time but not received it back by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the subject coordinator.
Resubmission
Under normal circumstances resubmission of assessment items will not be accepted for any of the assessments required in this subject.
Assessment Requirements
Assessment at CSU is criterion-referenced and standards-based where students' work is assessed against stated criteria that reflect the expected learning outcomes of the course and subject. Subjects that use a satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading scale will have this clearly identified within the Subject Outline.
For further information please consult the University's Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00301).
Referencing
Referencing is an important component of academic writing. All CSU assessment tasks should be appropriately referenced. The specific details of the referencing requirements are included in each assessment task description.
For further information and assistance with referencing refer to http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu
Plagiarism
Charles Sturt University expects that the work of its students and staff will uphold the values of academic honesty and integrity. The Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism is located at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism. This is an important resource that will help you understand these values and apply them in practice. You should familiarise yourself with these requirements and ensure that all assessments submitted by you are your own work, have not been submitted elsewhere and comply with the University's requirements for academic integrity.
The University has purchased Turnitin software. This software has two functions, a pre-emptive education function which students may use to check their own work prior to submission, and a plagiarism detection function which academics may use to check the student’s work for improper citation or potential plagiarism. Use by students is optional and is not a prerequisite for submission.
You are encouraged to check your work for originality prior to submission. You can register with Turnitin to create a Student Account under the CSU Turnitin Licence at http://www.turnitin.com/login_page.asp. Further information on how to use Turnitin is provided within the Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism: http://student.csu.edu.au/study/plagiarism/checking.
Appendix 2 CSU Learning and Teaching Policies
Minimum standards of consultation
According to the Academic Communication with Students Policy
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00139#s3) (clause 8 in section 3), when a student directly contacts a teaching staff member for information, advice and/or support (except in online teaching spaces) the teaching staff member will respond to the request within 3 working days. Clauses
19-21: Use of Online Discussion and Communication Technologies states that for each subject, the Subject Coordinator will be expected to set up and/or activate an appropriate asynchronous communication technology and respond at least once a week to student messages that request information and advice.
The Higher Degree by Research Candidates Policy - Academic Communication
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00283) states that a Communication Plan, a documented agreement between a HDR candidate and his/her supervisory team that establishes common understandings and expectations of how and when communication will occur during the candidature will be developed. The Plan should then be reviewed regularly throughout candidature.
University Policies and Regulations
Academic matters are defined by, and are subject to, Charles Sturt University policies and regulations. Your Subject Outline should be read in conjunction with all such academic regulations and policies, as some of these may affect the outcome of your studies.
Academic Progress Regulations
The University requires each student to progress through his or her course at a rate that will enable him or her to complete the course in a specified maximum time. This maximum time is intended to ensure the currency of the knowledge within the course and therefore professional suitability of graduates. Failure to complete within the specified maximum time shall lead to the expiry of a student?s enrolment in the course. The University believes that all students have a right to know in advance of study in their course exactly what constitutes satisfactory progress in that course. To this end the University will specify a maximum completion time for each course, and will also provide support to students identified as being at risk of exclusion.
The Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the maximum allowed time.
Variations to Subject Outlines
Should it be necessary to change the content of the Subject Outline during a teaching session, it will be done in consultation with the Head of School and other support services of the University. You then will be notified of the changes in writing by the subject coordinator.
Variations to Assessment
Should it be necessary to vary the assessment in this subject, you will be notified in writing by the Subject Coordinator, or Subject Convenor where one is appointed. The variations to assessment include variations to the assessment tasks and/or assessment procedures for assignments, examinations and any other assessment task published in the Subject Outline. The variations will be communicated only after the Subject Coordinator or Subject Convenor has obtained approval from their Head of School. The overriding principle is that such changes will not disadvantage students and is made in accordance with the Subject Outlines Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267).
Evaluation of Subjects
It is University policy that all subjects are evaluated every time that they are offered. The University's
Division of Student Learning administers the Subject Experience Survey through CSU's online evaluation system. Staff in the faculties and schools value your feedback very highly and take account of your comments when reviewing learning and teaching in each subject.
If you are interested in the details of any enhancements to this subject as a result of the latest survey, please contact the subject coordinator. Students can also view overall results for subjects via the Student Subject Experience Survey Results Portal: https://student.csu.edu.au/home/subject-experience-survey-results
Surveys for each of the subjects you are enrolled in for this session will be available for you to complete for a period of 4 weeks from the last week of the teaching session. An email message will alert you to the availability of the surveys online.
Please complete the subject evaluation by following the link:
https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start (http:// https://P8.courseval.net/etw/ets/et.asp?nxappid=CS2&nxmid=start)
Individual subject results are only reported to the Subject Coordinator and Heads of Schools after grades have been submitted for each teaching session (except where subjects have one student the results are not reported to staff).
Special Consideration
Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines.
Applications for special consideration must be submitted in writing and include supporting documentary evidence. Such applications should be sent to the Student Administration Office.
For further information about applying for special consideration please refer to Special Consideration Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00298).
Assessment Regulations
The assessment practices of all University subjects are conducted in accordance with the University?s Assessment Policy: Coursework Subjects (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00301).
Academic Conduct
The University expects that you, as a student, will be honest in your studies and research and that you will not do anything that will interfere with or frustrate the studies and research of other students. In particular, you are expected to:
acknowledge the work of others in your assignments and other assessable work; not knowingly allow others to use your work without acknowledgment;
report honestly the findings of your study and research; and use only permitted materials in examinations.
Details of expected academic conduct are provided in:
the Student Academic Misconduct Policy
( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00279); the Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250);
Students are also expected to be responsible in the use of University facilities and resources and to abide by University rules concerning the Library and electronic resources.
the Library Rule (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00280); and the Computing and Communications Facilities Use Policy ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00145).
Copies of the Rule of the Library and Code of Conduct for Users of Electronic Facilities can also be obtained from the Library or the Division of Information Technology (DIT) Service Desk.
Penalties for breaching the above Rule and Policies include suspension or exclusion from the University.
Students also have expectations of the University and of other students in the cooperative endeavour of studying. Details of these expectations are provided in the Student Charter ( https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id =00268).
Residential school
There is no residential school for this subject.
Subject Outline as a Reference Document
This Subject Outline is an accurate and historical record of the curriculum and scope of your subject. The Subject Outline Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00267) (at clause 16(f)) requires that you retain a copy of the Subject Outline for future use such as for accreditation purposes.
Appendix 3 Support Services
Student Central
Student Central is the first point of contact for currently enrolled students to access all non-teaching services. Student Central liaises closely with Divisions and Schools to ensure the timely and accurate resolution of student enquiries.
You may direct your enquires in person to Student Central staff situated within the Learning Commons found on campus at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, and Wagga Wagga.
You may also contact Student Central through:
ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Information on Your Library Services
Finding Information
CSU Library provides you with free access to over 600,000 books and 50,000 journals, and much more. Get an introduction to your library with the Library Orientation Toolbox ( http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/find-info/toolbox ).
Primo Search
Finding the resources you need is easy with Primo Search
( http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?dscnt=1&dstmp=1328694476534& Search most of the Library’s collections, including online resources, print publications and CSU research. Plus, you can easily place loan requests, view your current loans, and renew items online.
Online Resources
You’ll find journal databases, eBook collections, and other useful online information sources listed under Key Resources (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-information).
eReserve
Some subject readings may be held in eReserve
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/find-info/search-reserve). Online access is encouraged to help reduce
CSU’s carbon footprint, however a printed copy of eReserve subject readings can be purchased
through CSU Print
( http://www.csu.edu.au/division/student-learning/technologies-for-learning-and-teaching/csu-print ).
Borrowing
Your borrowing privileges depend on your enrolment. Visit Information for Students
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help/information-for-students) to find out what you are eligible for. The Library FAQs (http://www.csu.edu.au/division/library/how-to/faq) have more information on borrowing and access to resources.
Need help?
CSU Library staff are available to answer your questions by phone, Live Chat, email, forum, or in person. See Ask a Librarian (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/contacts/ask-a-librarian) for more information.
Keep up to date with what is happening in your Library through Facebook, Twitter and our blog.
CSU Library Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/CSULibrary) CSU Library Twitter
(http://twitter.com/CSU_Library) CSU Library Blogs
( http://student.csu.edu.au/library/about-your-library/library-blog )
Academic Learning Assistance
CSU’s Learning Skills Advisers can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your studies.
Learning Skills advisers can help you with:
Understanding and preparing assignments
Study skills
Exam preparation
Time management
Notetaking and
Referencing and avoiding plagiarism
Learning Skills also have specialists in English Language, online learning and maths and statistics who can support your development in these areas.
Students can take advantage of online resources and workshops, forums and individual appointments either in person, or online. More information is available at student.csu.edu.au/study ( http://student.csu.edu.au/study ).
STUDYLINK provides access to a variety of short, non-award subjects in preparation for university study. Subjects are available throughout the year through flexible, online delivery, and each is designed to help you gain confidence, skills and knowledge for your university studies ( http://www.csu.edu.au/student/studylink/).
Student Support - http://student.csu.edu.au/support
A wide range of services are provided to support your student academic experience. Services are available on campus with relevant services also available via telephone and online. Services provided include:
Orientation
Student mentoring
Scholarship and financial assistance
Counseling support and referral
Academic appeals and legal advice referral
Disability, welfare and equity support and referral
Health and wellbeing
Social and recreational activities
Graduation
Indigenous student support
International student support
Residential Student Support - http://student.csu.edu.au/campus/residences/residential-advisors
The Residential Support Scheme operates across all campuses to provide for the pastoral care and welfare of residents and actively encourages student participation and involvement in all aspects of residential life. The residential community is supported and structured to provide an environment to support student academic achievement.
For assistance and initial contact go to
Student Central
Email: ask@csu.edu.au (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au) (mailto:ask@csu.edu.au)
Phone: 1800 ASK CSU (1800 275 278)
Phone from outside Australia: + 61 2 6933 7507
Career Development
Career Development (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/careers) includes a range of services, from first through to the final year of study, which support students’ self-assessment, awareness of opportunities, improvements to decision making, and gaining the necessary skills for making successful transitions post-study. This support is available face to face, via telephone and online.
Distance Education Outreach Team
Assistance for students studying by distance education with Charles Sturt University.
The DE Outreach Team is available to all CSU students studying by Distance Education.
We can assist you with:
Your orientation to CSU and DE study;
Study skills;
Preparing assignments;
Time management;
Online learning, and
Any other questions you may have about studying by DE at CSU.
We provide these services in a number of different ways including:
Outreach sessions to locations around Australia including group and individual sessions;
Advice and support via phone, email, and Skype;
Preparing assignments;
Online workshops;
Regional Study Centres, and
Online resources and social media.
Find us at:
http://student.csu.edu.au/study/de-outreach https://www.facebook.com/DistanceEDatCSU
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