Course overview
This course will enable students to synthesise and apply principles of business and management in a workplace or other setting undertaken under the supervision of a qualified and experienced business professional. Students will undertake an extended internship in an organisation where the skills and knowledge developed in preparatory courses can be applied. The internship requires reflection on the application of business knowledge and skills in a professional context and the development and reinforcement of professional competency in business and management. A final report is required that demonstrates advanced critical and analytical skill, professional competency in oral and written expression, and the understanding and use of business intelligence and analytical skills.
Course learning outcomes
- Perform appropriate tasks in a professional business and management context.
- Link management concepts, techniques and practices to the practical operations of enterprises.
- Develop personal goals to enable them to increase personal skills and competencies through observation, discussion and practices in a workplace setting.
- Communicate effectively in a professional setting.
- Identify the complex practical and ethical considerations that affect decision making processes in professional business practice.
- Demonstrate UniSA Business Enterprise Skills: i) Self Management (advanced level); ii) Problem Solving (advanced level); iii) Ethical Awareness (advanced level); and iv) Written Communication (advanced level).