mgt3svm volunteer management
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
MGT3SVM
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will explore the theory and practice of managing volunteer labour in the community sector. You will learn about the nature and scope of volunteering, the theory and practice of recruiting and the challenges of managing and developing volunteers in a range of sport and other contexts. You will examine specific issues related to the management of volunteers in specialised roles (officials, coaches, administrators and event volunteers) and specific legal issues relevant to volunteers.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPam Kappelides
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects MGT2SVM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Hours spent working in placements may have visa implications for international students
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Working with volunteers in sport: Theory and practice | Prescribed | Cuskelly,G., Auld, C. & Hoye, R. | ROUTLEDGE, 2006. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop and incorporate a comprehensive volunteer program for a non-profit organisation
- Activities:
- Individual Project
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
02. Demonstrate a systematic approach to volunteer recruitment through effective policy development, selection, screening, organisations and role orientation, matching skills to roles, support and supervision, and evaluation procedures
- Activities:
- In class exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
03. Develop and assess the impact of non-profit voluntary service on social change and community development
- Activities:
- Group Project
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
04. Understand and and analyse contemporary concepts and approaches to volunteer management
- Activities:
- Individual Project
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPam Kappelides
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 35
One 4.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 35 and delivered via face-to-face.
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 35 - 43
One 6.0 hours industry based learning-off site per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 35 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Volunteering 6 hrs in an organised program/event in the not for profit sector"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word assignment | 20 | 01, 04 | |
| one 1-hour in class exam equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 02 | |
| one 3,000-word group assignment (group of 3 students, equivalent to 1000 words each) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| one (six hour) volunteer experience and journal entry; equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 01, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPam Kappelides
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 35
One 4.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 35 and delivered via face-to-face.
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 35 - 43
One 6.0 hours industry based learning-off site per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 35 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Volunteering 6 hours in an organised program/event in the not for profit sector"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word assignment | 20 | 01, 04 | |
| one 1-hour in class exam equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 02 | |
| one 3,000-word group assignment (group of 3 students, equivalent to 1000 words each) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| one (six hour) volunteer experience and journal entry; equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 01, 04 |
Singapore (SIM), 2019, Week 28-40, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPam Kappelides
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 28 - 32
One 4.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 28 to week 32 and delivered via face-to-face.
Industry Based Learning-Off SiteWeek: 32 - 39
One 6.0 hours industry based learning-off site per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 32 to week 39 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Volunteering 6 hrs in an organised program/event in the not for profit sector"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word assignment | 20 | 01, 04 | |
| one 1-hour in class exam equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 02 | |
| one 3,000-word group assignment (group of 3 students, equivalent to 1000 words each) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| one (six hour) volunteer experience and journal entry; equivalent to 1,000 words | 20 | 01, 04 |