306862 (v.3) Business Management 061

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Area:	Curtin Sarawak
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	3.0
Seminar:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Introductory business concepts that provide preparation for success in a tertiary education environment. Introduction to business environment, understanding the business of managing, understanding people in organisations, understanding principles of marketing, managing operations and information and understanding financial issues.
Unit Outcomes:	Upon completion of the unit, the students will be able to - Understand the basic concepts and theories in business operation. Comprehend some of the key concepts in management theories, in particular management of people. Identify problems in particular situations and suggest possible solutions through case studies and classroom discussions. Locate information from a variety of sources related to a particular topic or problem. Express their ideas and opinions in classroom discussion and contribute positively to group activities. Develop an integrated approach to commercial studies together with other foundation commercial units.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Stoner, J.F. and Freeman, R.E., (1998), Management, 7th Ed, New Jersey, Prentice Hall. Robbins, S.P., (2000), Management: Concept and Practices, New Jersey , Prentice Hall. Bartol, K., Martin, D., Tein, M., and Matthews, G., (2000), Management: Pacific Rim Focus, 3rd Ed, Australia, McGraw-Hill.
Unit Texts:	Elbert, R.J. and Griffin, R.W., (2000), Business Essentials, 3rd Edn., New Jersey, Prentice Hall.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Class participation 5%. Final examination 50%. Group presentation 10%. Individual assignments (2) 20%. Individual presentation 5%. Mid-semester test 10%. This is by grade/mark assessment.