RS519 Independent Guided Study
DESCRIPTION
This unit provides students with an opportunity to delve deeper into a topic relevant to the course. Throughout this unit students will use advanced cognitive skills to critically analyse source material and present findings. The unit offers students flexibility in the identification and selection of a topic in a relevant field.
RELEVANT COURSES
Master of Agricultural Information Management
Master of Business Administration*
Master of Business Administration (Agribusiness)*
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration*
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
*Core unit
CREDIT POINTS
10
DELIVERY MODE
On campus
PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE
At least 40 credit points at AQF level 8 or above
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
LO1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of academic literature in the chosen field
LO2 Critically analyse an identified emerging issue or challenge
LO3 Prepare a project proposal that addresses the issue or challenge
LO4 Demonstrate advanced critical and analytic skills with respect to the chosen topic
LO5 Produce a report on the chosen topic that is clearly expressed and well argued
CONTENT
As discussed with supervisor
ASSESSMENT METHODS
- Oral Presentation – 20%
- Reading Reflection – 30%
- Essay – 50%
PRESCRIBED READINGS
As discussed with supervisor
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