Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

This unit is designed to provide students with the opportunity to put theory into practice in a business environment.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• compare and contrast theory and practice
• apply theory to practice in a supervised environment
• evaluate personal learning and personal development in a complex business environment
• analyse complex business problems and to prepare and present innovative solutions.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Contact hours

This is a 22 week Industry Based Learning Project (IBLP). Students will spend a minimum of 40 contact hours per week engaged in supervised IBLP activities as part of their placement. This includes time required to attend regular meetings on campus with their academic supervisor.

Prerequisites

Students must be granted permission and be participating in an approved program of advanced study before undertaking this unit.