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Cross-Cultural Management and Teamwork (MGMT20007)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2019
Overview
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As a result of a process of globalisation at both societal and organisational level, it has become increasingly important to be aware of cultural differences and to be able manage culturally diverse organisations. In this subject you will learn about the challenges that managers of both domestic and international businesses face in managing across cultural boundaries. The following topics will be covered in detail in this subject: cross-cultural communication, negotiation and conflict resolution, management of a multi-cultural workforce, the role of mental models and schemata in intercultural interactions, leadership and motivation across cultures, the role of language in international business, and of global teamwork.
Intended learning outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the main theories, models and concepts related to cross-cultural management
- Be able to apply these theories, models and concepts to different scenarios as presented in case studies and exercises, as well as to their own experiences
- Be able to analyse and synthesise different theories, models and concepts and critically evaluate their usefulness in addressing the problems of managing across cultural borders
Generic skills
• High level of development: oral communication; written communication; collaborative learning; problem solving; team-work; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information; use of computer software; accessing data and other information from a range of sources; receptiveness to alternative ideas; cross-cultural communication skills and global teamwork skills.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MGMT20001 | Organisational Behaviour |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MGMT10002 | Principles of Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
IBUS20002 | Business in the Global Economy | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
One of:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MGMT20001 | Organisational Behaviour |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MGMT10002 | Principles of Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
IBUS20002 | Business in the Global Economy | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
Students may not receive credit for both
and 325-324 Cross Cultural Management
Code
Name
Teaching period
Credit Points
MGMT20007
Cross-Cultural Management and Teamwork
12.5
Recommended background knowledge
Please refer to Prerequisites and Corequisites.
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: 27 April 2024
Assessment
Additional details
- A 2-hour examination mid-semester (40%)
- 2 assignment(s) of 1000 words each throughout the semester and 1 assignment of 2000 words due at the end of the semester (40%)
- Class participation (20%)
- To pass this subject students must pass the end of semester examination.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2019
Time commitment details
170 Hours
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
You will be advised of prescribed texts by your lecturer.
- Subject notes
To replace 325-324 Cross Cultural Management
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course U21 Certificate in Global Issues Major Engineering Systems Breadth Track Management & Leadership in Today's Global Economy - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 27 April 2024