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Introduction to Management (MGTS1301)

Study period
Sem 1 2025
Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person

Course overview

Study period
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
Study level
Undergraduate
Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Units
2
Administrative campus
St Lucia
Coordinating unit
Business School

This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of managing business organisations including key management concepts, models and contexts. The course covers the functions of management, strategic frameworks and responsible management.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the fundamental principles of managing business organisations. It will allow for the critical exploration of management concepts, models and contexts using a team-based approach. While working in teams, students will learn how to apply management theory and research evidence in analysing and creatively solving real-life management problems. Students will also learn how to critically and ethically evaluate managerial decisions while considering the organisation's context in a culturally diverse and internationalised world. The unit draws upon a range of academic, practical and pop cultural sources to engage students in authentic ways of learning about management.

Sustainable Development Goals - UQ Business School is a proud supporter and Advanced Signatory of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (UN PRME). As part of the largest global collaboration between business schools and the UN, the school emphasises its role in empowering students to drive societal transformation through the Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs highlight that a thriving economy relies on a healthy environment, aiming to balance economic growth, social well-being, and environmental protection for a sustainable future.

Course requirements

Assumed background

Bachelor of Business Management (BBusMan) students are highly recommended to take MGTS1301 in their first semester of study alongside MGTS1601, ACCT1101 and ECON1011.

Course contact

Course staff

Lecturer

Tutor

Dr Jemaine Tsoi

Timetable

The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.

Additional timetable information

Please note: Teaching staff do not have access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you email business.mytimetable@uq.edu.au from your UQ student email account with the following details:

  • Full name,
  • Student ID, and
  • the Course Code

Aims and outcomes

The aim of this course is that you have a good overview of the management discipline and you will have acquired some of the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to become a more effective manager.

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

LO1.

Explain fundamental concepts, models and approaches that represent the theory of management.

LO2.

Apply theory and research evidence of management to practical situations.

LO3.

Evaluate the effectiveness of managerial decisions in the context of an organisation's ethical and social responsibilities.

LO4.

Employ interpersonal and communication skills when working in teams.

Assessment

Assessment summary

Category Assessment task Weight Due date
Tutorial/ Problem Set Team-based tutorial assessment
  • Team or group-based
  • In-person
20% Best 3 of 5

Tutorials in:

  • Week 6
  • Week 8
  • Week 9
  • Week 10
  • Week 11
  • Week 12
Paper/ Report/ Annotation Management Issue Report 30%

14/04/2025 1:00 pm

Examination Final Exam
  • Identity Verified
  • In-person
50%

End of Semester Exam Period

7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025

Assessment details

Team-based tutorial assessment

  • Team or group-based
  • In-person
Mode
Written
Category
Tutorial/ Problem Set
Weight
20% Best 3 of 5
Due date

Tutorials in:

  • Week 6
  • Week 8
  • Week 9
  • Week 10
  • Week 11
  • Week 12
Other conditions
Peer assessment factor.

See the conditions definitions

Learning outcomes
L02, L03, L04

Task description

Working in teams during tutorials, you will discuss different case studies across the semester. You will discuss the case in class and develop an answer as a team.

The best three (3) marks out of five (5) will be taken in consideration for your final grade in this assessment. 

Members of the group will be required to submit a Peer Assessment of the other members of the group. Peer Assessment results may be used to adjust students' individual group assignment results.

Further details will be available within your scheduled classes and on Blackboard

This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.

Submission guidelines

Assessment will be submitted via Blackboard.

Deferral or extension

You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.

The team-based tutorial assessment is conducted in class. Teams are graded on their ability to discuss and apply theory as well as their ability to work as a team. Tutors guide student in their understanding and application of theory. They also mentor teams to help students work together effectively across the semester. Students must attend their tutorial and work in their allocated team to be assessed. As only 3 of 5 tutorials are counted towards the final grade, students can miss up to two assessed tutorials without an impact on their grade.  

Late submission

A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.

Management Issue Report

Mode
Written
Category
Paper/ Report/ Annotation
Weight
30%
Due date

14/04/2025 1:00 pm

Learning outcomes
L02, L03

Task description

You will research news articles to identify a management problem.

You will then research the scholarly management literature related to your chosen problem.

In your written assignment you will apply the insights you found in the scholarly literature and make recommendations about the management problem you identified.

This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance.

A failure to reference generative AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.

To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI tools.

Submission guidelines

Submit the assignment through the Online Submission folder in the Assessment section of the course Blackboard site.

Ensure you receive a Turnitin submission ID and retain this number as proof of submission. If you do not receive proof of submission, you should regard your submission as unsuccessful and take steps to address the issue. It is your responsibility to ensure the assignment has been successfully submitted. Any requests to waive the late submission penalty without proof of submission will not be considered under any circumstances.

Deferral or extension

You may be able to apply for an extension.

Late submission

A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.

Final Exam

  • Identity Verified
  • In-person
Mode
Written
Category
Examination
Weight
50%
Due date

End of Semester Exam Period

7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025

Other conditions
Time limited.

See the conditions definitions

Learning outcomes
L01, L02

Task description

The exam will include short answer and case study questions. 

If you are unable to sit your exam, you must apply for a deferred exam.

This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.

Exam details

Planning time 10 minutes
Duration 120 minutes
Calculator options

No calculators permitted

Open/closed book Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted
Exam platform Paper based
Invigilation

Invigilated in person

Submission guidelines

Deferral or extension

You may be able to defer this exam.

Course grading

Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.

Grade Cut off Percent Description
1 (Low Fail) 0 - 29

Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes.

2 (Fail) 30 - 46

Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes.

3 (Marginal Fail) 47 - 49

Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes

4 (Pass) 50 - 64

Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes.

5 (Credit) 65 - 74

Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes.

6 (Distinction) 75 - 84

Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes.

7 (High Distinction) 85 - 100

Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes.

Additional course grading information

Grades will be allocated according to University-wide standards of criterion-based assessment.

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is available for this course.

Learning resources

You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.

Library resources

Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.

Learning activities

The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.

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Learning period Activity type Topic
Week 1
Lecture

What is Management?

We will provide an overview of the course and assessments and do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Week 2
Lecture

Managing across Time and Cultures

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

Introduction to the Team-Based Tutorial Approach

Week 3
Lecture

Ethics and Social Inclusion

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01, L03

Tutorial

Grotesque Quest

Week 4
Lecture

Assignment Guidance

We will discuss the requirements and expectations of the assignment.

Tutorial

Ethics and Social Inclusion

Learning outcomes: L02

Week 5
Lecture

Planning and Controlling

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

Assignment Guidance

Team-based tutorial activity.

Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04

Week 6
Lecture

Leading

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: Planning and Controlling

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Week 7
Lecture

External and Internal Environment

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

Leading

Team-Based Tutorial.

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Week 8
Lecture

Strategic Management

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: External and Internal Environment (Monday to Thursday) and NO TUTORIAL (Friday)

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY (MONDAY TO THURSDAY TUTORIALS)

Good Friday Public Holiday - Friday 18 April 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes.

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Mid-sem break
No student involvement (Breaks, information)

MID-SEMESTER BREAK

NO CLASSES THIS WEEK

Week 9
Lecture

Organising

We will do activities based on the online module

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: Strategic Management (Monday to Thursday) and ASSESSMENT: External and Internal (Friday)

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY

Learning outcomes: L02

Week 10
Lecture

Sustainability

We will do activities based on the online module

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: Strategic Management (Friday) and NO TUTORIAL (Monday to Thursday)

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY.

Labour Day Public Holiday - Monday 5 May 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes.

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Week 11
Lecture

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: Organising

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY.

Learning outcomes: L02, L04

Week 12
Lecture

Managing Change

We will do activities based on the online module.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

ASSESSMENT: Sustainability

ASSESSMENT OF TUTORIAL ACTIVITY

Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04

Week 13
Lecture

Course Review and Exam Requirements

We will review the course content and also discuss requirements and expectations of the final exam.

Learning outcomes: L01

Tutorial

Course Review and Exam Preparation

This tutorial will provide exam guidance.

Learning outcomes: L01, L02

Additional learning activity information

Sustainable Development Goals

This course integrates the following Sustainable Development Goals throughout course learning activities.

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

Goal 10: Reduced inequalities

Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Policies and procedures

University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:

Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.