MANAGEMT 7131OL - Research for Managers
Online - Online Teaching 4 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MANAGEMT 7131OL Course Research for Managers Coordinating Unit Management Term Online Teaching 4 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Online Units 3 Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Colin Sharp
Dr Colin Sharp is a Manager/Director as well as a coach, and management consultant with over 30 years of experience including, for example:
- Program Director (Work Preparation Centre, 1981 - 1983) and Research & Evaluation Manager in the Commonwealth Rehabilitation Service in Victoria (he achieved the introduction of the first performance-based program budgeting system and established the first computerized client information management system for the Commonwealth Government 1983 – 1986);
- Managing Director of one of the oldest Research & Evaluation consultancy businesses in Australasia (1986 - 2016);
- President (1994 – 1995) of the Australasian Evaluation Society (AES), Foundation Committee Member, Foundation Chair of the Committee for Ethics and Standards in Evaluation, Editor of the Evaluation Journal of Australasia.
- Principal Evaluation Advisor for the Australian Youth Foundation/Foundation for Young Australians (1993 - 2004).
- Manager, Strategic Alliances in TAFE SA (managed instiutional relations between TAFESA and the Universities; established the first Customer Relations Management system for TAFESA Board, 2007).
- first Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association.
Course 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
Upon completion of this course/subject, students will be able to:
1. Evaluate the application of basic and applied research in management practices and decision-making tools
2. Analyse complex business research processes, & frameworks, to develop and deliver a high-level research plan for specialist and non-specialist audiences.
3. Critique an industry project plan to generate and transmit solutions to a complex business problem.
4. Develop a management research proposal for a specific organisation or industry.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, 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.
1, 2, 4 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.
2, 3, 4 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, 3 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
Saunders, M.N.K., Lewis, P. & Thornhill, A. 2019. Research Methods for Business Students. 9th Edn. Pearson Education Ltd: Harlow, U.K.Recommended Resources
Rossi, P.H., Lipsey, M.W. & Henry, G.T. 2019 Evaluation A systematic approach. 8th Edn. Sage, Los Angeles USA -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This completely online course is delivered through:
- Discussion forums (1 - 2 hours / week)
- Quizzes (at student pace)
- Readings & guided research (4 - 5 hours / week)
- weekly zoom Tutorial sessions (1.5 - 2 hours / week)
- content based assessments (10 - 15 hours / week)
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are expectred to spend at least 20-25 hours per week on this course.Learning Activities Summary
Students are encouraged to reflect on and evaluate their self-awareness about research &/or evaluation. There are weekly modules explaining the research process underlying the development of an evidence-based approach to management decision-making. Quizzes, discussion forums and weekly zoom sessions cover the research process as related to management. -
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
ÂAssessment Task Detail Due (Sunday 11:59pm) Weighting Assessment 1 Self Assessment End of Week 3 20%
Assessment 2 Critique a research paper relevant to student project - 1500 words End of Week 4 25% Assessment 3 a. Industry Research Project Plan - 3000 words End of Week 6 45% Assessment 4 Reflection Task - 800 words End of Week 6 10% Assessment Detail
Assessment 1:
A survey on Your self-awareness about research &/or evaluation is an opportunity for Students to reflect further on your self-assessment
• Due: End of Weeks 3, Sunday 11:59 pm
• Percentage of grade: 20% of the course total
Assessment 2 Critique a research paper relevant to student project (1500 words)
• Due: End of week 4, Sunday 11:59pm
• Percentage of grade: 25%
Assessment 3 Proposal and project plan (equivalent to 3,000 words).
• Due: End of week 6, Sunday 11:59pm
• Percentage of grade: 45%
Assessment 4 Reflective Journal
• Due: End of week 6, Sunday 11:59pm
• Percentage of grade: 10%Submission
All assessments are due at the end of the designated week ending: Sunday 11:59pm (Adelaide time)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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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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