MG505 Global Management
DESCRIPTION
This unit ensures a comprehensive understanding of the functions of global management and the application of high-level analytical skills for managing businesses effectively and efficiently. Students will be required to critically analyse real world complex issues regarding directing, planning, organising, leading, and controlling in diverse international contexts.
RELEVANT COURSES
Master of Agricultural Information Management
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (Agribusiness)*
Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration*
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Graduate Certificate in Management
*Core unit
CREDIT POINTS
10
DELIVERY MODE
On campus
PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE
MG401 Leadership in Agribusiness or BC400 Communication and Media Management
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
LO1 Discuss the functions, roles, and skills of managers and how the manager’s job is changing in the global context
LO2 Evaluate the structures and techniques organisations use as they go global
LO3 Compare and contrast different decision-making techniques in an international firm
LO4 Critically evaluate the effect of global and local issues on global business
LO5 Demonstrate an advanced understanding of key social and ethical issues influence global business
CONTENT
- Global business environments
- The political economy of trade and investment in the international monetary system
- Organisational culture, structure, and design
- Managers as decision makers
- Political and legal environments
- Economic environment and country market analysis
- Strategy and entry
- International ethical considerations
- International marketing and international production
- International human resources
- Controlling
- Contemporary issues in global management
ASSESSMENT METHODS
- Quizzes – 20%
- Group Case Study – 30%
- Workplace Proposal – 50%
PRESCRIBED READINGS
Nil
Check with the lecturer each semester before purchasing any textbooks