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Unit Overview

Description

This is a skills-based unit which focuses on the analysis, evaluation and production of various text genres to effectively communicate business objectives in written, oral, numeric and graphic modes.

Students will employ formal, academically appropriate register to communicate clear, cohesive exposition of discipline-related knowledge. Students will also demonstrate research and information literacy skills to locate, critically analyse and synthesise reliable information to formulate credible argumentation in preparation for the demands of professional practice and/or specialised skills or knowledge for further postgraduate studies. Students will employ negotiation and conflict management skills to solve complex problems and in the process, apply and evaluate their interpersonal communication, team participation and intrapersonal skills.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2024Taylors CollegeFace to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) communicate with clear, academically appropriate register to transmit discipline-related

knowledge in written, oral, numeric and/ or graphic form; (2) critically analyse and evaluate a variety of text genres; (3) critically analyse and evaluate reliability of various sources of information using reasoning and advanced information literacy skills; (4) engage in research by reviewing, critically analysing and synthesising information to achieve reasoned argumentation in a written format; (5) demonstrate critical thinking skills to address complex problems by applying reasoned justification; and (6) demonstrate effective interpersonal communication, team participation and intrapersonal skills.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) in-class assessment; (2) report; and (3) group project. 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)
Dr Nick Letch
Unit rules
Prerequisites
enrolment in
the Pre-Masters Program Business
Contact hours
60 hours face to face comprised of 13 weeks of tutorial/workshops and collaborative learning sessions.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • 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.