1997 Swinburne Higher Education Handbook

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This subject will provide an introduction to aspects of
microeconomics which will promote an understandin~ of
the nature and characteristic; of markets. Students wifi
become familiar with analytical methods which enable them
to evaluate critically the policies and behaviour of
households, firms and the government. An understanding of
the dominant market factors affecting an organisation is
essential to the development of appropriate forecasting
techniques.
Content
introduction to the market system, basic market theory;
demand analysis;
production and costs;
market structures;
trade and protection.
Reference
Jackson, J. McIver, R. and McCornell, C.R. Microeconomics, 4th
edn, Sydney, McGraw-Hill, 1994
BE701 Economics for Management
2 hours per week Hawthorn Prerequisite: nil
Assessment: A subject in the Master of Business Administration
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The basic objective of this subject is to provide an
understanding of economic issues relevant to management
and the application of economic concepts to effective
decision making.
Specific objectives include:
to provide an understanding of the economic
environment in which business operates;
to develop skills in interpreting economic reports and
policy statements and in evaluating the implications of
government policies for managerial decisions;
to encourage appreciation of the linkages between
different economies and the impact of changes in the
international economy on specific markets and
industries.
Content
Topics to be covered include:
Economics and efficiency
critical economic concepts for management.
Management, industry and government
market structure, conduct and performance;
performance indicators instruction combination of
formal lectures, tutorials and practical sessions as
required. Computer laboratory facilities for both micro
and mainframe computers will be used during the
practical sessions. It is envisaged that from time to time,
practitioners will be brought in as guest lecturers for this
subject;
policies for improved performance;
government and industry policy;
adapting to structural change.
The macroeconomic environment
key macroeconomic variables;
sources of information on economic performance;
influences on the level of economic activity;
economic fluctuations.
The international environment
trade and capital flows;
the determination of exchange rates;
managing foreign exchange exposure;
international financial markets;
im~lications of the international economv for
managerial decision making.
Recommended Reading
Drake, P.J. and Nieuwenhuysen, J.P. Economic Growth for
Australia, Melbourne, Oxford University Press, 1988
Economic Roundup, The Treasury, Selected Publications, The
Economist
Indecs. State of Play 7: The Australian Economic Policy Debate,
Sydney, Allen & Unwin, 1992
Keating, M. and Dixon, G. Making Economic Policy in Australia,
1983-1988. Melbourne, Longman Cheshire, 1989
Reserve Bank of Australia (Selected Bulletins and Special Reports)
Terry, C., Jones, R. and Braddock, R. Australian Microeconomic
Policies. 3rd edn, Sydney, Prentice Hall, 1988
BH 1 1 0 Organisations and Management
3 hours per week Hawthorn/Mooroolbark Prerequisite: nil
Assessment: examinution/assignmats
A subject in the Bachelor of Business
Objectives and Content
The objectives of this subject are
to enable students to gain an understanding of the issues
facing managers in organisations and the context in
which they operate;
to develop students' abilities to apply organisation
theory to organisation situations;
to help students better appreciate the context of work
and their own roles as organisation members.
Opportunities are provided to help the student develop
research skills through independent inquiry; and to
appreciate the value of independent study as well as the
value of learning to be an effective group member.
Recommended reading
As advised at the start of the semester.
BH220 Organisational Behaviour 1
3 hours pw week Hawthorn Prerequisite: BHllO
Organisations and Management Assessment: assignments/
presentations
A subject in the Bachelor of Business
Objectives and Content
The major aim of this subject is to give students a sound
knowledge and personal understanding of the impact of
human behaviour on work in groups and organisations.
There is an increasing emphasis in organisations on creating
self-managing work teams, and students will be asked to
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