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Within this framework the subject examines the role of
government and the means that are used to achieve its
economic objectives. The conflict between objectives and the
consequences for the Australian population are stressed. The
focus for study is on issues derived from these elements and
their importance within the context of macroeconomics.
Unit 2 of the subject develops and applies an understanding
of micr~ec~n~mic as well as macroeconomic concepts to a
particular organisation or market within the economy. The
case study approach will be based on an application of
research skills to economic and social processes.
ADIO~
Communication Skills
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
This subject explores the nature of communication theory
and the ways in which people can develop and apply their
abilities in the key areas associated with written, spoken and
graphic formats and styles.
ADIOS
Individuals, Groups and
Organisations
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Explores the relationships between behaviour, personal
identity, social roles, interpersonal relationships and social
contexts. Considers the social and psychological dimensions
of organisations including employment contexts.
~~1061 Using Information Technology -
AD107 1&2
No. of hours per week: three hours for two
semesters
Subject aims and description
Familiarises students with the broad impact of information
technology in the workplace. Instructs and assists students to
use personal computers and to understand the basic
applicants of a range of computer software. In the first
semester, students will be introduced to operating systems
and word processing and will develop basic competence in
file management and word processing. In the second
semester, word processing skills will be further developed and
other kinds of applications (e.g., spreadsheets) will be
introduced.
ADIO~
Issues in Multicultural Australia
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Explores the social impact of Australia's ethnically diverse
population and explores the effects of cultural and linguistic
differences on individuals' life chances. The subject will also
cover the practical issues of dealing with members of the
public andlor the workplace who may come from different
cultural backgrounds.
~~1091 Languages Other than English
AD1 10
No. of hours per week: six hours for two
semesters
Subject aims and description
Students choosing to study a language other than English as
an elective must undertake two semesters of study. The
course of study assumes no prior knowledge of the language
chosen. Both written and spoken language skills will be
developed. The cultural dimensions of the language and its
social context will be studied, especially in relation to its
relevance in the workplace.
ADI I 1
Technology and Society
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Investigates the key concept of change in society with
particular reference to explaining how and in what ways
societies generate new technologies and adapt to their
impact. Case study examples will be used to focus the study
of technology.
ADI 12
Understanding the Mass Media
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Examines the roles and functions of the major forms of mass
media in Australian society. Particular emphasis is given to
such factors as ownership and control of the media,
mechanisms for media regulation and debates about the
influence of mass media on individuals and social patterns.
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Behaviour in Organisations
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Examines the theories of organisational behaviour. Considers
the ways in which groups and individuals interact with each
other and the impact of organisational structures on the
functioning of organisations. Particular emphasis is given to
the analysis of organisational culture and how such
phenomena affect behaviour in the workplace.
~ ~ 2 0 1 Culture and Ideas
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims and description
Examines theories of culture and the notions of cultural
transmission, continuity and discontinuity and change in
society. Includes case studies of cultural contexts, meaning
systems, representations in film and text and the social
sources and impact of cultural symbolism. The role of ideas
and systems of meaning in Australian society is highlighted.