COMMGMT 3501OUA - Strategic Management
OUA - Trimester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code COMMGMT 3501OUA Course Strategic Management Coordinating Unit Adelaide Business School Term Trimester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s OUA Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites COMMGMT 1001 or COMMGMT 1001OUA Incompatible COMMGMT 3501, COMMGMT 3501NA, COMMGMT 3510 Restrictions Available only to University of Adelaide Open Universities Australia students Assessment Exam/assignments/tests/tutorial work as prescribed at first lecture Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Karolina Kaczorowska
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
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Critically analyse the internal and external environments in which businesses operate and assess their significance for future initiatives.
- Apply understanding of the theories, concepts and tools that support strategic management in organisations.
- Individually and collaboratively evaluate and synthesise information and existing knowledge from numerous sources and experiences.
- Apply appropriate tools, theories and concepts to analyse strategic issues in organizations and to develop potential implementation options.
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.
1,2,4 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.
1,3,4 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.
3 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.
1,3,4 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.
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
The text for this course is:
Hanson, Blackhouse, Leaney, Hitt, Ireland and Hoskisson (2022). Strategic Management: Competitiveness and Globalisation, 7th Asia Pacific Edition.Recommended Resources
Essential readings are highlighted within lesson pages.
The University of Adelaide’s Barr Smith Library provides a range of learning resources, including texts, journals, periodicals, magazines, and access to online databases and information services.Online Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Course structure:
- The course consists of 12 modules spanning over 12 weeks.
- Modules are designed to be completed sequentially (starting with Orientation, then Module 1, Module 2, etc.).
- Each module is interconnected and related to assessment timings.
Flexibility in progression:
- There's no requirement to spend a full week on each module.
- The course allows for more intensive progression if desired.
Maximising course benefits:
- Importance of following the recommended module sequence for effective learning.
Interactive sessions:
- Weekly interactive sessions are conducted.
- These sessions support weekly topics and assessments.
Discussion pages:
- Discussion pages are included for class discussions on key topics, cases, and issues.
- They complement interactive sessions and peer engagement.
Workload
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Learning Activities Summary
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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 Due Date/Week Weighting 1a: Strategic analysis showcase: multimedia presentation with audio commentary Week 3 15% 1b: Comprehensive strategic assessment: written report Week 6 20% 2a: Strategic concept visualisation: poster Week 9 15% 2b: Analytical report Week 9 15% 3a: Executive strategy proposal: CEO-level presentation Week 12 30% 3b: Peer Review Week 12 5% Assessment Detail
Assessment 1a: Strategic analysis showcase: Multimedia presentation with audio commentary
This assessment is designed to help you develop your critical thinking, analytical skills, and self-awareness, alongside your ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. For this task, you'll select one of two provided case studies covering different sectors. You'll be required to utilise the 13-step Case Study Method to analyse the selected case, synthesising key elements and connecting them to theories learned in class and external sources.
The outcome will be a multimedia presentation with audio commentary, providing insights into the strategic management process and demonstrating effective communication skills, both orally and visually.
Assessment 1b: Comprehensive strategic assessment: Written report
This assessment aims to enhance your strategic management skills and self-awareness by asking you to perform a comprehensive strategic analysis of a selected business case in a written report format. You will choose from two case study options and apply the 13-step Case Study Method to conduct an in-depth analysis. The report should connect themes from the case to theories and concepts learned in class, supported by academic and practical sources.
This task will assess your analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic writing skills, culminating in a report that provides actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
Assessment 2: Strategic concept visualisation: Poster and analytical report
This paired assessment consists of creating a poster (Assessment 2a) and an accompanying analytical report (Assessment 2b). You will independently research an organisation of your choice, understanding its strategic management process based on publicly available data.
The poster should visually organise and link strategic concepts relevant to the chosen organisation, while the report will provide an analytical narrative that synthesises your research findings. This task aims to develop your ability to critically analyse strategic environments and apply theories, frameworks, and concepts learned in the course to real-world contexts
Assessment 3: Executive strategy proposal and peer review
This comprehensive assessment task is designed to evaluate your ability to apply strategic management theories and tools in a real-world context. You will work in groups to create a Board/CEO-level presentation that analyses the current strategic posture of Qantas and proposes a strategic roadmap for future initiatives. This task requires you to synthesise course learnings, external readings, and strategic comparisons to offer actionable recommendations for Qantas under the leadership of the new CEO, Vanessa Hudson.
The assessment is twofold: firstly, crafting a presentation that provides a balanced analysis and practical recommendations (Assessment 3a), and secondly, engaging in a peer review process (Assessment 3b) where you will critically evaluate the contributions of your peers to the group task. This peer review process is integral to the assessment, as it impacts the individual grades of the presentation task, highlighting the importance of teamwork and individual contribution within a strategic business context.Submission
Please note that all requests for extensions should be directed in writing no later than 48 hours before the due date. Extension requests after this time will only be granted for exceptional circumstances. This does not include poor time management or poor file management.
All assignments must be lodged at or before the due date and time. A late assignment for which no extension has been granted will be penalised by a reduction of 5% of the mark given for each day or part of a day that it is late.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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