Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

A capstone major project, demonstrating the skills and knowledge acquired by the student during the course. It can be a practical on-the-job study or an in-depth study of a business related issue through research. It will involve the submission of a major written report and a class presentation.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• acquire skills in written and oral communication negotiation, teamwork and change management
• develop the capacity for critical thought and analysis, problem solving, inquiry and research, taking into account professional ethics and moral and social responsibility
• develop the capacity for leadership, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation
• develop the capacity to integrate and synthesise knowledge from different disciplines to achieve innovative solutions to business problems.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Contact hours

To be negotiated with the campus coordinator and project supervisor. Some projects will be conducted in an industry and therefore do not require class contact, while other projects may be conducted on-campus under the coordination of the supervisor.

Prerequisites

Completion of 96 credit points of study

Prohibitions

BEW3100, BEW3200