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Unit Overview

Description

This unit concentrates on the theory and practice of effective small business management and challenges assumptions that may be held about the way small businesses can or should adopt large business models and management practices. Topics include the role of small business in the economy, forms of small business ownership, assessing the feasibility of a small business concept, marketing and financing the small business, managing people in the small business, succession and risk management and legal issues in small business management.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 core unit in the Agribusiness and Agricultural Science; Agribusiness major sequences
  • Level 3 option in the Marketing; Enterprise and Innovation major sequences
  • Level 3 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) identify the contemporary issues in small business management, the role of entrepreneurs and small businesses in the Australian economy and the particular challenges they face; (2) critically reflect on the contemporary marketing and management theories as they apply in small business management and in particular the ability of a small business to create and maintain a competitive advantage in the market; (3) demonstrate the ability to produce clear oral presentations of their work; and (4) produce clear and concise written communication using an appropriate writing and referencing style.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) tutorial participation; (2) assignments; and (3) final examination. 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 Donald Ee
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
6 points MKTG1203 Introduction to Marketing
or MKTX1203 Introduction to Marketing
or MKTG1342 Introduction to Enterprise and Innovation
Incompatibility
Successful completion of
MKTG2301 Small Business Management
Contact hours
lectures/tutorials/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
  • 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.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • 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.