Unit details
MMM102 - Global Mindset
| Offered at: | (B, S, online) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 1, trimester 3 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously coded as: | Nil |
| Unit chair: | H Roxas |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Contact hours: | 1x2 hour lecture, 1x1 hour tutorial per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The main aim of this unit is to improve students’ awareness and appreciation of the complexity of conducting business in an increasingly multicultural and interconnected world. The unit focuses on developing the attitudinal, relational and intellectual skills necessary to understand the social, cultural, political and economic environmental landscape for businesses. The unit takes a particular focus on increasing students’ ability to gain a better appreciation of foreign cultures, customs, traditions as well as knowledge of global competition and international practices.
Assessment
Assessment 1 (individual) - Students complete five out of six on-line progressive assessment items (each assessment = 10%) - 50%
Assessment 2 (group of 4 students) - Case Analysis - Students will work in teams and will analyse a case and submit a written report (4000 words) - 20%
Assessment 3 (group project of 4 students) - Country study - This is a research-based project where students work in teams and choose a topic from a list of countries/topics provided in the unit. Each group will gather and analyse relevant data and present a written report (6000 words) - 30%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $755 | $2269 | $2442 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
