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13141 (v.3) Asian Business Cultures 250


 

Area:

Department of Languages and Intercultural Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Geography and Asian business. Introduction to the major socio-cultural aspects that have influenced the business environments of the Asia-Pacific rim countries. Cross-cultural examination of the historical, geographical, religious, cultural, social, linguistic and political dimensions of the business environment and practices in the region.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Considered the links between culture, society and business practices and systems, in the context of rapid economic growth and development in the Asia-Pacific region. Developed ideas and enhance understandings in relation to the future of business practices and systems in particular Asia-Pacific countries. Participated in the production of an in-depth written report and oral presentation, focusing on issues of the business environment, in particular asian countries or regions, to develop cross-cultural adjustment skills useful in conducting business within the Asia-Pacific region. Developed oral/written communication skills and self-confidence through seminar presentation, class discussions and project report.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Dunung, S. P. (1999). Doing business in Asia: the complete guide. San Francisco, Jossey-Bass. Blunt, P. and Richards, D. (ed). (1993). Readings in Management, Organisation and Culture in East and South East Asia. Darwin, Northern Territory University. Chen, M. (1995). Asian Management Systems: Chinese, Japanese and Korean styles of business. London, Routledge. Chang, C. S. and Chang, N. J. (1994). The Korean Management System: Cultural, Political, Economic Foundations. Westport, Quorum Books. Deresky,H. (1994). International Management: Managing Across Borders and Cultures. New York, Harper Collins College Publishers. Hodder, R. (1993). The Creation of wealth in China: Domestic trade and material progress in a communist state. London: Belhaven Press.Hofstede, G. (1991). Cultures and Organisations. London, McGraw-Hill. Lever-Tracy, C., Ip, D. and Tracy, N. (1996). The Chinese Diaspora and Mainland China. London, Macmillan. Sheridan, G. (1999). Asian Values, Western Dreams: Understanding the New Asia.St. Leonards, New South Wales, Allen and Unwin. Whiteley, R. D. (1992). Business Systems in East Asia: Firms, Markets and Societies. London, Sage Publications.

Unit Texts:

Kahal, S. E. (2001,. Business in Asia Pacific: Text and Cases. New York, Oxford University Press.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Participation 10%, Presentation 10%, Project report 40%, Short tests, 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 90300 Studies in Human Society (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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