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BUSS4921: Managing Post-Crisis Through Action Research
2024 unit information
In this unit students formulate and investigate a research question by applying action-research methodology to solve global, local and personal challenges. Students engage with the concept of leadership and explore their personal leadership capabilities. Students propose future actions for effecting changes in a post-crisis world based on their research findings. Research projects are co-created with peers and mentors and take into account students' interests and strengths. The unit culminates in a research presentation and a leadership portfolio showcase.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Business School
| Code | BUSS4921 |
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| Academic unit | Business School |
| Credit points | 12 |
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Prerequisites:
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Students must meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Advanced Coursework), including completion of a pass undergraduate degree and a major in a business subject area |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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Basic research methodologies, database search skills, academic integrity, academic writing |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Identify global, local and personal challenges in a post crisis world and formulate respective research questions.
- LO2. Design and apply appropriate action research methodologies to address global, local and personal challenges.
- LO3. Distinguish different approaches and styles of leadership in business post-crisis and analyse the differences in impact.
- LO4. Reflect on and identify your leadership style and capacity for effecting change in a post-crisis world.
- LO5. Communicate proposed action plans informed by your research findings for effecting change in a post-crisis world.
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Semester 1 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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