mgt5mpt management practice and theory
MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND THEORY
MGT5MPT
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will examine the main characteristics of organisational structure, and its importance to the efficient and effective operation of modern organisations. We will compare and contrast the various organisation design options that are adopted by different kinds of organisations. Students will draw on theoretical models, academic research and current business practices to investigate the various factors that influence the selection of an appropriate organisational design, which includes the nature of the business environment, the purpose and goals of the organisation, the technology employed by the organisation and the impact of organisational size. Students will undertake case studies and organisational analyses to illustrate the application of organisation theory principles and advance their analytical skills.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUA5MGT; BUA4MGT
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Organization theory and design | Prescribed | R. L. Daft (11th Ed., 2013) | Cengage |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Engage in a constructive debate comparing the different schools of thought in organisational theory.
- Activities:
- Workshops, discussion and case studies cover key management practice and theory. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and debates.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Critically analyse the role of managerial agency in determining organisational processes and outcomes
- Activities:
- Workshops, discussion and case studies cover key management theories and debates. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and debates.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Suggest the optimal structure for an organisation, given the various contingencies it faces
- Activities:
- Group assignment develops capacity and skills to work in a group to achieve specific outcomes
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Examine how power and organisational politics can shape organisational outcomes
- Activities:
- Workshops, discussion and case studies cover key management practice and theory. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and debates.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2017, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size90
Enrolment information City Campus instance Limited space
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2017, Week 16-17, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size90
Enrolment information City Campus Instance Limited Space
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 16 - 17
Three 7.0 hours workshop per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 16 to week 17 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 16 - 17
Three 7.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 16 to week 17 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment size90
Enrolment information Limited space with enrolments already exceeding seats available. No larger room available. Adding quota and not allowing any more online enrolments.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2017, Online StudyPeriod 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 44 - 50
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 44 to week 50 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2017, Online StudyPeriod 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 16
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 16 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2017, Online StudyPeriod 4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 28 - 34
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 28 to week 34 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2017, Study Period 3, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 46
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day in week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 46
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day in week 46 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2017, Study Period 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2017, Study Period 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 42
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 42
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2017, Week 28-31, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAngela McCabe
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 28 - 31
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 28 - 31
One 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One individual essay (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One group assignment (2000 words per student) | 3-4 students per group | 25 | 02, 03, 04 |
| One individual reflective essay (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 02 | |
| Discussion forum participation (online) OR Class Participation (FTF) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |