Advanced Management Theory (MGMT90195)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject critically and systematically examines a range of important theories in the management field. The basic elements of these theories will be discussed. Ways in which these theories are invoked and operationalised in empirical and conceptual studies will also be discussed. Some of the theories that will be covered include agency theory, resource based view, transaction cost economics, resource dependence theory, stakeholder theory, critical management theory and institutional theory. A strong emphasis will be placed on linking these theories to the various research topics in management.
Intended learning outcomes
Identify and critically evaluate theoretical contributions in management and organization theory
Generic skills
- High level of development: interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; receptiveness to alternative ideas;
- Moderate level of development: written communication; collaborative learning; problem solving; application of theory to practice; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information; accessing data and other information from a range of sources; and
- Some level of development: oral communication; team work.
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into MC-COMMGT Master of Commerce (Management), or MC-COMMKT Master of Commerce (Marketing), or PhD with coursework (Management and Marketing)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Class participation (attendance and active participation in class discussions) Throughout Semester
| Throughout the semester | 10% |
Individual assignment (1500 words) Due Week 6
| Week 6 | 20% |
Individual Class presentation (oral, 30 mins) Once between Weeks 3 and 11
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
Individual Research Proposal (4000 words) Due during exam period
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Joeri Mol Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours (a three hour lecture/seminar per week) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2018 to 27 May 2018 Last self-enrol date 9 March 2018 Census date 31 March 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 4 May 2018 Assessment period ends 22 June 2018 Semester 1 contact information
Email: jmol@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours per semester
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Commerce (Management) Course Master of Commerce (Marketing)
Last updated: 9 April 2024