BEX5504 · Indigenous business leadership study program

Overview

In this unit you will be required to examine a broad range of social, legal and political issues that can impact on the strategy and operations of operating in an Indigenous business environment. Through the use of readings, case studies, and an analysis of current events students are confronted with some specific challenges of doing business in an Indigenous context. This unit focuses on developing skills, addressing various issues and how they affect business, as well as aspects of citizenship, cultural sensitivity and effective teamwork.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. recognise issues affecting businesses operating in an Indigenous context
2. develop and present strategic responses to specific issues affecting businesses with due consideration to sustainable, responsible and ethical business practices
3. acquire team skills including team leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, decision-making, communication and presentation skills
4. develop reflective practice skills in relation to individual learning.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.