The aim of this unit of study is to extend the practical and theoretical knowledge, expertise, and skills of students - as managers and scholars - through an introduction to the identification of contemporary business issues and an examination of how these are addressed and informed by practitioner and academic research. The unit explores elements and factors in the external and internal environment of organisations that shape and drive sustainable value creation, and interrogates the design, findings and contribution of associated research. At the conclusion of the unit students will have a sound understanding of: the nature and interrelationships of critical business issues; the role of research in informing responses to business issues; alternative research designs; and potential research responses to business issues. As a result of these learnings, students will be in a better position to: identify business issues; situate and critique existing alternative solutions; and conduct, commission, interpret and apply business research to real life contexts.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
The pass grade for this unit is 50%. However, progression to the thesis component would require a minimum 70% average across all coursework units.
Weekly and Resource Reading List will be provided via VU Collaborate.
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.