AGRIBUS 7059 - Experiences and Insights in Agri-food Systems
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code AGRIBUS 7059 Course Experiences and Insights in Agri-food Systems Coordinating Unit Centre for Global Food & Resources Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Week-long intensive Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Assumed Knowledge Recommended to take in the second half of your Program. Basic business principles assumed, but not necessary Quota 20 due to bus logistical constraints. Assessment Assignment, presentation, and engagement Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Craig Johns
Name: Dr Craig Johns
Role: Course Coordinator
Location: Level 6, Nexus 10
Telephone: 8313 6765
Email: craig.johns@adelaide.edu.au
Name: Mr Theo Simos
Role: Lecturer
Location: Level 6, Nexus 10
Telephone: 83139135
Email: theo.simos@adelaide.edu.auCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and interpret the nature of business challenges and opportunities.
- Communicate research findings in a professionally relevant manner (written and oral).
- Differentiate the characteristics of different business strategies and the variability associated with agribusiness value chains.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,2,3 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
NA Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
2 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Reading list:
* See MyUni for an up to date list of suggested prereading documents
* Students will also need to research each of the companies we are visiting by reviewing their company websites and social media
accounts.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course will involve a structured lecture format on day 1 to introduce themes and explain the structure of the week. The following 3 days will be spent in the field visiting and interacting with local agribusiness firms. The final day will include small group presentations and an introduction to the written assignment.
In addition to the formal contact time, students will need to allocate non-contact time for a range of activities which may include, but are not limited to; suggested readings, assessment tasks, note taking, revision, research and informal discussions with other students.
Active participation by all students in discussions, asking questions and debating issues and ideas will be a vital part of the learning experience of all students. This course has been designed to encourage and facilitate students not only learning from their readings and the lecturer but also from each other and the businesses visited.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students in this course are expected to attend all classes throughout the intensive week long course and to do the background
reading and assignment tasks. Overall, student should expect to devote a minimum of 40 contact hours and 120 non-contact hours to study in this course.Learning Activities Summary
DAY FORMAT LECTURE NOTES AND TOPIC 1 Classroom Course overview. Introduction to the principles of understanding value chains & industry networks, focusing on end consumers & market requirements, innovation, business to business collaboration & competition and an overview of the South Australian food industry. 2,3,4 Field visits Agribusiness tours, company presentations on their business strategy, challenges and opportunities before allowing intereactive discussion and questions from the students. 5 Classroom Summarise and interpret the experience and insights gained in the field through group presentations. Introduction of written assignment. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
ASSESSMENT TASK COLLABORATIVE/
INDIVIDUALWEIGHTING WORD COUNT/
TIMEDUE DATE LEARNING OUTCOME Active participation Individual 10% N/A 1,2,3 Group presentations Collaborative 30% N/A Friday session 1,2,3 Written assignment Individual 60% 2000 words or less CBO Friday, 3 weeks
after group
presentations1,2,3 Assessment Detail
Details of specific assessment criteria will be provided and discussed in class.
Active participation
The active participation will be assessed across the 5 day intensive course with particular attention on the field days to gauge the interaction and understanding of the students during group discussions and question time.
It is expected that all students will:
1. ask thoughtful and informed questions
2. share their own knowledge and experiences with other students through discussion and debate
3. listen attentively and respectfully to others when they speak
4. use appropriate and respectful language when speaking to others
Participation will not be assessed on quantity other than to the extent that everyone is expected to contribute to discussions on a daily basis. Rather evidence of reflection, readings, interpretation, evaluation and analysis will be valued.
Group presentation
The group presentations will be assessed on the collaborative effort of the group. Specifically groups will be assessed on whether the group worked effectively in collaboration, the content of the presentation and how it is professionally communicated
back to the class.
Written assignment
The written assignment will be a take-home individual assessment designed to gauge how well students have understood the concepts presented and interpreted the information from the agribusinesses involved.
The written assignment will be in the form of a report based on observations during the field trip, comparing theory and practice, and may draw on students’ relevant experience.
Submission
Assignments must be submitted in:.
1. Softcopy through Turnitin on MyUni
Your assignment MUST include the GF assignment cover sheet which can be downloaded from MyUni under “Assignments”. Each page must be numbered with your student ID and name.
All assignments must be presented professionally with clear headings, appropriate referencing and using one and a half spacing.
Extensions will only be granted if requests are received in writing to the course coordinator at least 24 hours before the final due date unless they are requested on medical or compassionate grounds and are supported by appropriate documents.
Please contact the course coordinator, preferably by email, at any time to make an appointment for assistance or guidance in relation to course work, assignments or any concerns that may arise. Assignments will normally be returned two weeks after they have been submitted.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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