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DMBA6004: Digital Collaboration, Work and Organisation
2026 unit information
This unit explores digital collaboration, work and organisation through a unique four-quadrant framework, preparing managers and leaders for the evolving digital landscape. Students examine digital literacy, professional self-management tools, social networks, remote and global team collaboration, open and crowd models, platforms and ecosystems, and novel forms of collaborating and organising via emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain. The curriculum balances theoretical understanding with practical application, teaching students to craft effective digital collaboration, work and organisation strategies and choose appropriate principles, techniques and technologies. Through case study engagement and a collaborative project, learners develop skills to navigate various scales of digital interaction, from personal productivity to organisational structures. This unit will develop the capacity for students to manage digital teams and adapt to rapidly changing digital environments. By focusing on strategic and critical thinking and adaptability rather than narrow technical skills, students learn to leverage digital collaboration for competitive advantage and organise efficiently to face the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Business (Business School)
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Business Information Systems |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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DMBA6001 |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Apply the four-quadrant framework to evaluate digital collaboration and organisational strategies
- LO2. Use self-management tools to enhance productivity in digital work environments
- LO3. Design effective approaches for leading global, remote, and cross-cultural teams
- LO4. Assess and develop strategies for openness and platform-based value creation in digital organisations
- LO5. Create a comprehensive digital collaboration strategy that addresses current challenges and future opportunities in organisational management
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Semester 1 2026
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Online | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2026
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Online | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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There are no availabilities for previous years.
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