Outline

Overview

This program-wide capstone unit must be taken by students in their final semester of study within the Master of Commerce program. Students work collaboratively with peers and advisors to integrate the discipline-specific knowledge acquired within their program to address practical business challenges requiring cross-disciplinary and cross-functional insights, knowledge and skills. Assessment is designed to assure student proficiency in program learning goals. Students work in self-managing cross-functional teams to complete a semester-long project, preparing individual and group reports that are assessed by academic staff. Weekly seminars include action learning in the business life cycle, data analysis, strategic decision-making, change management, business communication, and ethical awareness and reasoning in business practice. Learning activities include short case studies and business case simulation.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	BUSS6000
Academic unit	Business School
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	Students must have completed 48 credit points of their PG course to be eligible to take this course
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	James Anderson, j.anderson@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Take-home short release)	Final exam Take-home exam	30%	Formal exam period	3 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Simulation report Report	30%	Week 06 Due date: 18 Apr 2021 at 23:59 Closing date: 02 May 2021	2000 words
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Business case presentation Oral presentation	15%	Week 13	5-6 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Team-working assessment Participation	10%	Weekly	3 workshops
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Team performance assessment Participation	5%	Weekly	5 simulation rounds
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Business case participation Participation	10%	Weekly	4 workshops
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = Type D final exam ?

Assessment summary

Business case participation: Students will be individually assessed by their workshop facilitator on the quality of their in-class participation in the discussions of all assessable 4 business cases.
Team-working assessment: Students will be allocated to a group by Week 3. These groups will complete both the business case presentation and business simulation. Groups will be observed by the workshop facilitator as they work together to discuss and decide on how to proceed in the business simulation competition.
Business case presentation: A business case presentation brief will be made available via Canvas. Groups will be required to read, discuss and make a detailed analysis of the issues in the cases. This output will form the basis of an oral presentation - based on the presentation brief, and supported by a group slidepack. A copy of the slidepack is to be provided to the workshop facilitator at the time of the presentation.
Team performance assessment: At the end of the final simulation round, teams will be automatically assessed by the simulation system, based on ten (10) performance metrics.
Simulation report: The purpose of the GoVenture simulation is to provide a practical learning experience in dealing with the complexities of running a business from a general managers perspective. The simulation report is based on their actual simulation experience.
Final exam: All unit-related materials are assessable, including lectures, workshops, readings and cases. The exam will require students to answer specific questions using unit-related frameworks, models, ideas and key concepts. It will be an open book exam. This assessment is listed as a HURDLE TASK which means you must undetake the assessment, and achieve at least 50% of the available marks in that assessment in order to pass the unit. Students who fail to achieve this minimum standard in this assessment, even when their aggregate mark for the entire unit of study is above 50%, will be given a Fail grade for this unit. As a result, a student's academic transcript will show a Fail grade and the actual mark achieved if the final mark of the unit is between 0-49 and a Fail grade and a capped moderated mark of 49 for all other final marks.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Tools for Success	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 02	Strategy Development	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 03	Strategy Execution	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 04	People Capabilities	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 05	Teamwork Capabilities	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 06	Leadership Capabilities	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 07	Cultural Capabilities	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 08	Change and Growth	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 09	Ethical and Social Responsibility 1	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 10	Ethical and Social Responsibility 2	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 11	Future Success	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 12	Final Review	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
Week 13	Business Case Presentation	Presentation (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Lecture recording: All lectures are recorded and will be available on Canvas for student use. Please note the Business School does not own the system and cannot guarantee that the system will operate or that every class will be recorded. Students should ensure they attend and participate in all classes.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

The compulsory reading list will be provided via Canvas prior to the start of the semester.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. demonstrate an integrated understanding of the key concepts, models and trends in strategic management and development, and apply this knowledge in current business contexts
LO2. consolidate higher-level critical thinking skills by identifying, assessing and responding to issues and challenges posed in domestic and international business scenarios
LO3. use a range of analytical tools and research skills to analyse strategic management information and use the evidence and findings to generate insights, solve problems and inform appropriate solutions to business dilemmas
LO4. communicate effectively across a range of stakeholders, reach agreement about appropriate responses to complex business problems and present findings in oral and written report formats
LO5. work collaboratively in a team to address and resolve complex business issues in the strategic management arena, while sharpening negotiation and influencing skills
LO6. approach complex business situations and strategic management decision-making in a manner that displays an understanding of ethical frameworks and an awareness of social responsibility.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Minor changes to lecture content have been made to better contextualise theory and engage students in the application of theory to business cases, as a result of recent student feedback in the USS Report.

Additional information

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

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BUSS6000: Succeeding in Business

Semester 1, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect