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MGX3121 · Foundations and futures of globalisation
2027 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 3Department of Management
Overview
This unit explores the notion of globalisation, and considers its foundations, relevance and implications for the future. The unit critically analyses the philosophical and theoretical assumptions that underpin different perspectives of globalisation, and examines how these shape the contemporary and future world. The unit explores how globalisation relates to key issues such as international relations, geopolitics, the global economy, cultural flows, sustainability, and power and inequality.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Caulfield | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Caulfield | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Exercise | Exercise | 20% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Presentation | Presentation | 40% | — |
| 3 | 3 - Demonstration | Demonstration | 40% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
Learning outcomes
- evaluate the impact of globalisation in a contemporary context, including its cultural, economic, political and social implications
- develop strategies to respond to global challenges, informed by the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of globalisation
- communicate through contemporary technologies and professional conventions for global audiences
- collaborate in diverse teams to design solutions for cross-border projects
- demonstrate knowledge or skills for crafting sustainable futures for people, organisations, communities, and/or the environment.
Workload
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 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.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Workshops | 24 hours |
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