MGT521 Managing in a Changing Environment (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Management (MANAG)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

The work managers must do and the skills they need are changing rapidly. In this subject, course participants examine the changing roles of managers, the reasons for these changes and the new skill sets which managers need for success. Participants are challeneged to look critically at what they currently do as managers, and to develop strategies to identify and meet their ongoing needs.

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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: MGT521

Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Graduate Certificate in Commerce students only

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

. explain the role approach to management;
. explain the trait approach to management;
. explain the outcome approach to management;
. describe the competency approach to management development;
. explain a range of approaches to decision making and problem solving;
. explain the learning and development of management skills;
. apply management skills in a variety of situations;

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

- The global context for management. - The changing context for Australian managers. - Shifts in management thinking. - The Total Quality Movement. - The Learning Organisation. - Management skills - personal. - Management skills - group and organisational.

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