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Unit Overview

Description

This unit examines the process of reaching agreement through negotiation. Students develop an understanding of negotiation through practical exploration of competition and cooperation, strategic choice, the dynamics of phases and the processes of interaction. The emphasis is on developing a considered strategic approach which has application in business and other contexts. A high degree of participation is required.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) develop a familiarity and critical understanding of the process of negotiation from the scholarly literature and practice of negotiation, including international and ethical considerations; (2) identify and apply effective individual behavioural skills in face-to-face negotiation and enhance their own skill level through class-based case studies, role plays and other activities; and (3) reflect critically on their own practice of negotiation, and in doing so, understand how to further develop their negotiation skills.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) group assignment and (2) individual research assignment. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Ray Fells
Unit rules
Prerequisites
ACCT5602 Accounting
or MGMT5501 Organisational Behaviour.
and
enrolment in
one of the following courses: Master of Business Administration (coursework).
Master of Business Administration (coursework and dissertation).
Graduate Certificate in Leadership.
or approval from The Business School only, which will be determined with regard to relevant documented professional work experience.
Contact hours
trimester teaching periods—lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
non-standard teaching period—lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 5 hours per week over 7 weeks (this unit may also be offered in intensive teaching mode)
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  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.