Recommended Study Sequence

This unit introduces students to the basic structure of law, information retrieval, legal research techniques and the judicial process. The unit covers the mechanical aspects of legal research; sources of law, including the common law tradition, statute law and delegated legislation; and the judicial process and its interface with contemporary legal theory.

Torts law is the first substantive law unit in the LLB. It introduces students to the legal principles and policy of a variety of torts, defences and remedies. It introduces students to the generic legal skills of case reading, analysis and note taking, statutory interpretation and legal problem solving, as well as placing the law in the wider political and social context.

The development of business skills in the form of the application of information collection, analysis and evaluation, logical reasoning skills and communication skills relevent to business and economic issues.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Sharon Taylor (Blacktown and Campbelltown Campuses) and Jean McCartney (Parramatta Campus). This unit provides exposure to financial and management accounting information from a user viewpoint. The unit aims to provide breadth of awareness and knowledge in relevant fields of accounting essential to decision making for managers.

This unit gives students an introduction to a range of perspectives on the history and philosophy of the humanities, science and the social sciences and their relationship to law.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

Contracts covers the formation of contracts, the requirement of writing, privity of contract, contractual terms and their interpretation, breach of contract, discharge of contractual obligations and elements vitiating its formation such as misrepresentation, misleading an deceptive conduct, mistake, undue influence, unconscionability, duress and discharge. Statutory developments are also considered such as the Contracts Review Act 1980 (NSW) and Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth), as are the historic and theoretical aspects of the development of the law of contract.

This unit gives students the practical skills necessary to analyse the accounting transactions of an entity and then be able to measure and record these transactions in a systematic manner for the preparation of accounting reports to external users.

This unit provides an introduction to management accounting in an e-commerce environment. The interrelations of management accounting to other functional areas, to suppliers, to customers, and to other sources of external information relevant to planning and control are examined. Topics include the development and logic of routine and non-routine analysis performed to support management decision making.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

The unit introduces basic concepts and principles of Property law, including the meaning of property; legal and equitable estates and other interests is land; and the Torrens system of registered title.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Nigel Bubalo (Parramatta Campus) and Glenda Davis (Campbelltown Campus). This unit views contemporary areas of management accounting from a strategic perspective, and critically examines some of the traditional concepts and techniques discussed in Management Accounting Fundamentals.

This unit extends the knowledge and understanding of financial accounting through the application of problem solving to selected entities drawing upon accounting theory and critical analysis.

This Level 1 unit introduces the basic concepts and techniques of statistics that are particularly relevant to problem solving in business. It also provides a sound base for more advanced study in statistics and forecasting in subsequent sessions. Topics include: presentation of data; descriptive statistics; the role of uncertainty in business decision making; hypothesis testing; and basic forecasting.

Introduction to Economic Methods will cover basic concepts in Mathematics and Statistics to help their understanding of subjects like accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics. In addition, the analytical techniques, concepts and models that will be discussed in this unit will play a foundation role in a Business degree. Topics include: Use of summation signs; financial mathematics; differential calculus and its application in business; collection, analysis and interpretation of data using simple descriptive statistical methods; probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.

This unit introduces the legal rules and doctrines governing state and commonwealth constitutional systems in Australia. Topics covered include: the constitution and operation of and legal relationships between, legislative, executive and judicial arms of state and commonwealth governments; the separation of powers; the legal relations between state and commonwealth laws and governmental institutions; and the legislative powers of the commonwealth as prescribed by the commonwealth constitution.

This unit builds on the fundamental knowledge of accounting procedures gained in Intermediate Financial Accounting. It involves the comprehensive study of aspects of corporate accounting and reporting which are regulated by legislation, accounting standards, Australian Securities and Investment Commission and Stock Exchange requirements. This unit is designed to provide students with grounding in the regulation and practice of corporate reporting in Australia. The major orientation is towards the theoretical and practical aspects or corporate reporting, whilst at the same time exploring the reasons for regulatory disclosures.

This unit considers the design and implementation of accounting information systems as a data model for resource allocation and management of an organisation. It includes consideration of current trends in information management and the changing regulatory requirements.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of finance theory and the tools of financial decision making in the context of the Australian institutional environment. These concepts relate primarily to the time value of money, risk and return, capital budgeting and capital structure. The unit's purpose is to develop an understanding of the basic practices of financial management from the perspective of a firm (both large and small). Students examine the investment, financing and dividend decisions of corporations.

This unit examines the nature of the legal profession and its role in society. It deals with the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities lawyers owe to the law, the courts, their clients, to fellow practitioners, as well as the state and society at large. The unit does this, in part, by a consideration of professionalism; ethics; the history, structure and regulation of the legal profession by professional bodies and the impact of lawyers and society on each other.

This unit studies the roles and responsibilities of the auditor, auditing principles and standards and the application of those standards, particularly in an electronic environment.

This unit focuses on the role that accountants play in the effective management of businesses, using case studies covering a range of accounting areas.

This unit addresses the advanced aspects of accounting with particular emphasis on accounting philosophies and theories, and selected accounting standards and applications.

This unit examines the principles of the law of equity trusts and remedies in Australia. The primary emphasis is on the nature and development of the law of equity and students are also introduced to fundamental principles in the law of trusts and remedies. Topics include the nature and application of principles and maxims of Equity, the trust, the types of trusts and introduction to express trusts and the nature and scope of some selected remedies.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit examines the principles of the Law of Equity, Trusts and Remedies in Australia. It examines the major common law, equitable and statutory remedies available to wronged parties in a variety of circumstances. Emphasis is on the analysis of practical and theoretical advantages and disadvantages of various remedies. Topics include the effectiveness of common law and statutory remedies; the nature and application of the trust; the type of trusts; the right of beneficiaries and the scope of remedies.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

This unit introduces students to the basic structure of law, information retrieval, legal research techniques and the judicial process. The unit covers the mechanical aspects of legal research; sources of law, including the common law tradition, statute law and delegated legislation; and the judicial process and its interface with contemporary legal theory.

Torts law is the first substantive law unit in the LLB. It introduces students to the legal principles and policy of a variety of torts, defences and remedies. It introduces students to the generic legal skills of case reading, analysis and note taking, statutory interpretation and legal problem solving, as well as placing the law in the wider political and social context.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Sharon Taylor (Blacktown and Campbelltown Campuses) and Jean McCartney (Parramatta Campus). This unit provides exposure to financial and management accounting information from a user viewpoint. The unit aims to provide breadth of awareness and knowledge in relevant fields of accounting essential to decision making for managers.

The development of business skills in the form of the application of information collection, analysis and evaluation, logical reasoning skills and communication skills relevent to business and economic issues.

This unit gives students an introduction to a range of perspectives on the history and philosophy of the humanities, science and the social sciences and their relationship to law.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

Contracts covers the formation of contracts, the requirement of writing, privity of contract, contractual terms and their interpretation, breach of contract, discharge of contractual obligations and elements vitiating its formation such as misrepresentation, misleading an deceptive conduct, mistake, undue influence, unconscionability, duress and discharge. Statutory developments are also considered such as the Contracts Review Act 1980 (NSW) and Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth), as are the historic and theoretical aspects of the development of the law of contract.

The investment, financing and risk management decisions that all firms make are implemented by creating and trading financial instruments in financial markets, often with the involvement of a variety of institutions. Using the Australian financial system as an illustration, this unit introduces students to the theory and functions of financial intermediaries and the operation of financial systems. Students also develop an understanding of the role and functions of markets in equities, debt, foreign exchange, options and futures, and theories of interest rate determination and the term structure of interest rates.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of finance theory and the tools of financial decision making in the context of the Australian institutional environment. These concepts relate primarily to the time value of money, risk and return, capital budgeting and capital structure. The unit's purpose is to develop an understanding of the basic practices of financial management from the perspective of a firm (both large and small). Students examine the investment, financing and dividend decisions of corporations.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

The unit introduces basic concepts and principles of Property law, including the meaning of property; legal and equitable estates and other interests is land; and the Torrens system of registered title.

This unit describes the theory and practice of investment decision making. The general objective of the unit is to introduce students to finance theory and to the tools of financial decision making by providing a conceptual framework within which the key financial decision of investment can be analysed.

This unit is an introduction to macroeconomic concepts, analysis and issues in the Australian context. Basic concepts introduced and applied include: national income accounting, economic structure, price indexes and inflation, the balance of payments, and labour market aggregates. These concepts are applied in describing and explaining the recent evolution of the Australian economy in terms of growth, structural change, price stability, and employment. This leads to a discussion of major policy issues such as the role of governments in managing economic fluctuations, and the implications of Australia’s foreign liabilities. The course ends with a brief introduction to modelling income determination.

This Level 1 unit introduces the basic concepts and techniques of statistics that are particularly relevant to problem solving in business. It also provides a sound base for more advanced study in statistics and forecasting in subsequent sessions. Topics include: presentation of data; descriptive statistics; the role of uncertainty in business decision making; hypothesis testing; and basic forecasting.

Introduction to Economic Methods will cover basic concepts in Mathematics and Statistics to help their understanding of subjects like accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics. In addition, the analytical techniques, concepts and models that will be discussed in this unit will play a foundation role in a Business degree. Topics include: Use of summation signs; financial mathematics; differential calculus and its application in business; collection, analysis and interpretation of data using simple descriptive statistical methods; probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.

This unit introduces the legal rules and doctrines governing state and commonwealth constitutional systems in Australia. Topics covered include: the constitution and operation of and legal relationships between, legislative, executive and judicial arms of state and commonwealth governments; the separation of powers; the legal relations between state and commonwealth laws and governmental institutions; and the legislative powers of the commonwealth as prescribed by the commonwealth constitution.

This unit covers the contemporary theory of portfolio analysis and management. Topics include: risk and diversification; the two and n security case; the Markowitz efficient frontier; investor indifference curves and optimal portfolios; CML and optimal portfolios; beta, SML and the discount rate re-visited; Sharpe single index model and APT asset allocation; investments to the portfolio and portfolio strategies; measuring portfolio performance and security selection decisions; active portfolio management; international diversification; process of portfolio management; and risk management and hedging.

This unit will provide students with exposure to problems with which economists and finance professionals are confronted in their daily work. They will be confronted with the multi-dimensional nature of the issues addressed by economists and finance professionals in real-life. Students will need to consider the nature of the problems as well as how realistic the solutions they are proposing are, and will learn how to systematically reflect on their contribution to the industry or community setting with which they engage.

The general aim of this unit is to examine how financial and non-financial firms use key foreign exchange and interest rate products to manage the risk associated with their international investment and financing decisions. This unit complements other aspects of managerial decision-making, including the marketing and production decisions of the international firm.

This unit provides students with a unifying theoretical perspective on the most important concepts in the field of finance. The presentation is rigorous and students develop their ability to critically evaluate the principal theoretical results in the finance literature.

This unit provides students with an understanding of the economics of retirement and retirement income provision, with particular emphasis on the Australian superannuation industry. On completion of this unit, students should have a comprehensive understanding of superannuation in Australia, as well as an appreciation of the economic issues associated with alternative models of retirement income provision.

This unit provides an introduction to trading and the theory of pricing of options, futures and other derivative products currently used in the domestic and international financial markets.

Traditional theories of finance are based the assumption that investors are both rational and utility maximizing. The Efficient Markets Hypothesis in particular has assumptions about investor behaviour which underpin its key predictions. The tenants of beharioural finance disputes the validity of these assumptions. This unit challenges traditional theory by examining how decision making and investor behaviour may be driven by personal and market psychology.

This unit examines the nature of the legal profession and its role in society. It deals with the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities lawyers owe to the law, the courts, their clients, to fellow practitioners, as well as the state and society at large. The unit does this, in part, by a consideration of professionalism; ethics; the history, structure and regulation of the legal profession by professional bodies and the impact of lawyers and society on each other.

This unit builds on concepts explored in Introduction to Economic Methods. The unit broadens the application of the stochastic linear model in econometrics, exploring its use in the estimation of economic models and in the testing of economic hypotheses associated with these models. The emphasis is on learning by doing in small group workshops.

The general aim of this unit is to examine how financial and non-financial firms use key foreign exchange and interest rate products to manage the risk associated with their international investment and financing decisions. This unit complements other aspects of managerial decision-making, including the marketing and production decisions of the international firm.

This unit provides students with a unifying theoretical perspective on the most important concepts in the field of finance. The presentation is rigorous and students develop their ability to critically evaluate the principal theoretical results in the finance literature.

This unit provides students with an understanding of the economics of retirement and retirement income provision, with particular emphasis on the Australian superannuation industry. On completion of this unit, students should have a comprehensive understanding of superannuation in Australia, as well as an appreciation of the economic issues associated with alternative models of retirement income provision.

This unit provides an introduction to trading and the theory of pricing of options, futures and other derivative products currently used in the domestic and international financial markets.

Traditional theories of finance are based the assumption that investors are both rational and utility maximizing. The Efficient Markets Hypothesis in particular has assumptions about investor behaviour which underpin its key predictions. The tenants of beharioural finance disputes the validity of these assumptions. This unit challenges traditional theory by examining how decision making and investor behaviour may be driven by personal and market psychology.

This unit examines the principles of the law of equity trusts and remedies in Australia. The primary emphasis is on the nature and development of the law of equity and students are also introduced to fundamental principles in the law of trusts and remedies. Topics include the nature and application of principles and maxims of Equity, the trust, the types of trusts and introduction to express trusts and the nature and scope of some selected remedies.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit examines the principles of the Law of Equity, Trusts and Remedies in Australia. It examines the major common law, equitable and statutory remedies available to wronged parties in a variety of circumstances. Emphasis is on the analysis of practical and theoretical advantages and disadvantages of various remedies. Topics include the effectiveness of common law and statutory remedies; the nature and application of the trust; the type of trusts; the right of beneficiaries and the scope of remedies.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

This unit introduces students to the basic structure of law, information retrieval, legal research techniques and the judicial process. The unit covers the mechanical aspects of legal research; sources of law, including the common law tradition, statute law and delegated legislation; and the judicial process and its interface with contemporary legal theory.

Torts law is the first substantive law unit in the LLB. It introduces students to the legal principles and policy of a variety of torts, defences and remedies. It introduces students to the generic legal skills of case reading, analysis and note taking, statutory interpretation and legal problem solving, as well as placing the law in the wider political and social context.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Sharon Taylor (Blacktown and Campbelltown Campuses) and Jean McCartney (Parramatta Campus). This unit provides exposure to financial and management accounting information from a user viewpoint. The unit aims to provide breadth of awareness and knowledge in relevant fields of accounting essential to decision making for managers.

The development of business skills in the form of the application of information collection, analysis and evaluation, logical reasoning skills and communication skills relevent to business and economic issues.

This unit gives students an introduction to a range of perspectives on the history and philosophy of the humanities, science and the social sciences and their relationship to law.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

Managing People at Work provides an introductory framework for the study of employment relations. The unit is approached from a stakeholder perspective, emphasising the way that management, labour and the state, along with other key stakeholders, act, both separately and together, to structure the employment relationship. In doing so, the unit integrates industrial relations and human resource management theory and practice, illustrating the links between the two disciplines. The content of the unit is structured so as to provide an initial introduction to the disciplines of industrial relations, human resource management, and employment relations, and to the key stakeholders in the employment relationship. Building on this framework, a theoretical and empirical analysis of employment relations processes is provided, with particular emphasis given to recent changes in the role and perspectives of stakeholders.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

Contracts covers the formation of contracts, the requirement of writing, privity of contract, contractual terms and their interpretation, breach of contract, discharge of contractual obligations and elements vitiating its formation such as misrepresentation, misleading an deceptive conduct, mistake, undue influence, unconscionability, duress and discharge. Statutory developments are also considered such as the Contracts Review Act 1980 (NSW) and Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth), as are the historic and theoretical aspects of the development of the law of contract.

This unit looks at workplace reform and restructuring -- the devolution approach to industrial relations management, workplace reform, organisation and behaviour, the role of workplace committees, trade unions at the enterprise level, shop-floor and industry unionism; the enterprise bargaining process -- overall framework definitions, dimensions and scope; strengths and weaknesses; the processes -- negotiation, psychological, sociological and economic approaches, stages; impact of enterprise bargaining, workplace flexibility, efficiency, remuneration practices and employee satisfaction; grievance handling and grievance procedures; differences with other forms of negotiation, formal or informal; consultation and participation; issues involved, differences with negotiation; impact of changes in wage determination on workplace, particularly the work choices changes and current and future strategic and legislative directions in enterprise bargaining and workplace agreements.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

The unit introduces basic concepts and principles of Property law, including the meaning of property; legal and equitable estates and other interests is land; and the Torrens system of registered title.

This unit looks at managing employee performance; terminology; objectives of performance appraisal; stages in the performance appraisal process; performance appraisal systems -- approaches to appraisal, especially management by objectives and BARS; appraisal process -- job analysis and job standards, observation of performance, preparation of written appraisals, appraisal interviews, frequency of appraisal; dysfunctions of performance appraisal; design and construction of appraisal systems; establishment of purpose, organisational climate, policy statement, implementation; interviewing for performance appraisal interviews, employee counselling, professional ethics; developing networks for the referral of employees with various personal or emotional problems, overcoming barriers, and facilitating referral; employee assistance programs -- using human resource information systems to manage employee performance; integrating approaches to manage employee performance.

This Level 1 unit introduces the basic concepts and techniques of statistics that are particularly relevant to problem solving in business. It also provides a sound base for more advanced study in statistics and forecasting in subsequent sessions. Topics include: presentation of data; descriptive statistics; the role of uncertainty in business decision making; hypothesis testing; and basic forecasting.

Introduction to Economic Methods will cover basic concepts in Mathematics and Statistics to help their understanding of subjects like accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics. In addition, the analytical techniques, concepts and models that will be discussed in this unit will play a foundation role in a Business degree. Topics include: Use of summation signs; financial mathematics; differential calculus and its application in business; collection, analysis and interpretation of data using simple descriptive statistical methods; probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.

The unit introduces students to critical perspectives in the theory and practice of remuneration. The structure of the course is thematic and considers in turn: the wider context in which remuneration strategies are devised; the strategic decisions that arise in the organisational context if remuneration is to meet regulatory requirements, the organisation's objectives and the expectations of the workforce, and; the component parts (base pay, variable pay) of remuneration systems. Throughout the course contemporary debates in remuneration, with particular application to the Australian context, will be highlighted.

Negotiation, bargaining and advocacy are central activities in the industrial relations process. The effective industrial relations practitioner requires knowledge of the theoretical perspectives in negotiation together with an ability to critique the relevance and application of these perspectives. The importance of strategy and judgement in negotiation is highlighted and students are given the opportunity to develop their skills through negotiation exercises. An important theme in the unit is the assessment of the contextual and regulatory factors that shape negotiation, bargaining and advocacy practice. This aspect draws on contemporary debates in these spheres most notably concerning the Australian context.

The countries studied may include Europe, Scandinavia, North America, and the Pacific Rim. Through comparative study of the countries, selected attention is placed on the divergence of industrial relations systems as well as those aspects of industrial relations that show convergence. Emphasis is placed on describing how the industrial relations system operates in each of the countries and by so doing attention is also paid to the challenges and trends facing each of those countries and how the principal participants are responding to the changes. Throughout the unit the focus is comparative industrial relations, rather than a study of each of the systems in isolation. Attention is also given to international trade union practices and international management practices in the context of transnational corporations.

This unit introduces the legal rules and doctrines governing state and commonwealth constitutional systems in Australia. Topics covered include: the constitution and operation of and legal relationships between, legislative, executive and judicial arms of state and commonwealth governments; the separation of powers; the legal relations between state and commonwealth laws and governmental institutions; and the legislative powers of the commonwealth as prescribed by the commonwealth constitution.

This unit covers change in industrial relations -- theoretical models, Dunlop, Marx, role of values (fairness and equity); links with strategy; contemporary pressures for change in Australian industrial relations -- social, economic, political; role of strategy in industrial relations -- strategy and the concept of strategic choice; employer strategies -- standard modern, sophisticated modern, sophisticated paternalist, alternative approaches, practical applications; trade union strategies -- national, workplace, political; major preferred strategies, alternatives, practical applications; government strategies and public policy -- liberalism, pluralism, Marxist interpretations, corporatism and its variations, practical applications; the context of strategy development and change -- award restructuring, flexible work practices and enterprise bargaining; industrial democracy and consultation; technological change and redundancy; white collar and professional unionism; strategic unionism; evaluating strategic responses to contemporary change; developing advanced.

This unit covers employment relations -- concepts and practice, origins and influences; models of human resource management, personnel management and industrial relations, employer/employee relations; the strategic model; ethics, standards, professionalism and professional associations; strategic planning for human resources in dynamic environments -- human resource and business strategies, managerialism, mediation and productivity -- employment relations/strategic HRM policy initiation, development and evaluation; control and accountability -- nature of control systems (turnover, absenteeism, attitude surveys); the role, nature and impacts of HR audits, benchmarking HRM, professionalism, professional associations, ethics and standards.

This unit covers employment function and strategic content; the employment function within the total human resource management model -- relationship between line and staff, workforce planning, job analysis, job description, job specification; and credentialism; constraints on the employment function; privacy, anti-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and implications for the employment function; recruitment and selection -- internal and external sources, advertising, consultants and government agencies, selection methods, types of interview, interviewing skills; selection testing -- types of tests, validity, reliability and establishment of testing programs; the selection decision, job offer and contract of employment.

This unit explores such questions as: Training -- what is it!! How is it linked to strategic development!! It explores education versus training versus development; managing the training department, upper management involvement, career development; cost-effectiveness of training and development; training and development needs -- how people learn, implications for training and development of staff, models and roles for training; needs analysis, objective setting, and the implications of politics, culture and government; curriculum -- methods content, people, sequencing of curriculum; the advantages and disadvantages of various training methods; measurement of success philosophies, instruments of measurement and post-training measurement.

This unit covers concepts of international human resource management (HRM); the international environment for HRM -- globalism, regionalism, economic regions, international industrial relations; the roles of transnational organisations; national environments for HRM; comparative studies of the effects of society, politics, economics and culture on HRM policy, practice, organisational strategies and structures; and HRM in multi-national organisations. Application of overseas experience (policy/concepts/practice) to Australian HRM will be an important outcome of this unit.

This unit examines the nature of the legal profession and its role in society. It deals with the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities lawyers owe to the law, the courts, their clients, to fellow practitioners, as well as the state and society at large. The unit does this, in part, by a consideration of professionalism; ethics; the history, structure and regulation of the legal profession by professional bodies and the impact of lawyers and society on each other.

This unit applies theory and skills developed throughout the key program in HRM/IR to real-world organisational and policy challenges and opportunities. Students will develop and use employment relations concepts and ‘metrics’ to design implementation plans and to evaluate policies, practices and change initiatives. Evaluation of non-employment relations policies and procedures in terms of their potential impact on employment relations performance will also be assessed. Sustainable and competitive employment relations will be evaluated at organisational, local, regional, national and industry levels.

Diversity in the workplace has come to refer to those groups most likely to be affected by the homogeneous and normative assumptions of traditional employment systems. While race, gender and religion are the most recognised forms of diversity it has also come to refer to the needs of other groups such as the disabled, the aged and those disadvantaged because of family obligations. The management of diversity is concerned with addressing the needs of such groups in ways that are equitable and organisationally sustainable. This has become increasingly important in a pluralistic society.

This unit introduces students to the individual (psychological) and social (sociological) factors that influence workplace behaviour and relations in the workplace. The structure of the course is thematic, drawing on the major theoretical frameworks of psychology and sociology. Relevant workplace experiences are used to bring these experiences to light. The critical assumption made in this unit is that workplace behaviour and relations can only be understood within an integrated sociological-psychological framework. It is this framework that is used to analyse motivation, learning, work organisation, technology, conflict and workplace change. Throughout the unit the changing nature and meaning of work in the modern industrial society will be highlighted.

The nature and history of occupational health and safety in Australia, legal frameworks including occupational health and safety acts and workers' compensation. OH&S is considered using the medical, legal, economic, industrial relations and management perspectives. Identifying, assessing, monitoring risks; and specific occupational hazards and intervention strategies are also covered.

This unit examines the principles of the law of equity trusts and remedies in Australia. The primary emphasis is on the nature and development of the law of equity and students are also introduced to fundamental principles in the law of trusts and remedies. Topics include the nature and application of principles and maxims of Equity, the trust, the types of trusts and introduction to express trusts and the nature and scope of some selected remedies.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit examines the principles of the Law of Equity, Trusts and Remedies in Australia. It examines the major common law, equitable and statutory remedies available to wronged parties in a variety of circumstances. Emphasis is on the analysis of practical and theoretical advantages and disadvantages of various remedies. Topics include the effectiveness of common law and statutory remedies; the nature and application of the trust; the type of trusts; the right of beneficiaries and the scope of remedies.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

This unit introduces students to the basic structure of law, information retrieval, legal research techniques and the judicial process. The unit covers the mechanical aspects of legal research; sources of law, including the common law tradition, statute law and delegated legislation; and the judicial process and its interface with contemporary legal theory.

Torts law is the first substantive law unit in the LLB. It introduces students to the legal principles and policy of a variety of torts, defences and remedies. It introduces students to the generic legal skills of case reading, analysis and note taking, statutory interpretation and legal problem solving, as well as placing the law in the wider political and social context.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Sharon Taylor (Blacktown and Campbelltown Campuses) and Jean McCartney (Parramatta Campus). This unit provides exposure to financial and management accounting information from a user viewpoint. The unit aims to provide breadth of awareness and knowledge in relevant fields of accounting essential to decision making for managers.

The development of business skills in the form of the application of information collection, analysis and evaluation, logical reasoning skills and communication skills relevent to business and economic issues.

This unit gives students an introduction to a range of perspectives on the history and philosophy of the humanities, science and the social sciences and their relationship to law.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

Contracts covers the formation of contracts, the requirement of writing, privity of contract, contractual terms and their interpretation, breach of contract, discharge of contractual obligations and elements vitiating its formation such as misrepresentation, misleading an deceptive conduct, mistake, undue influence, unconscionability, duress and discharge. Statutory developments are also considered such as the Contracts Review Act 1980 (NSW) and Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth), as are the historic and theoretical aspects of the development of the law of contract.

This unit examines the interface between business, society and the state, and sensitises students to the impact of broad social, political and economic forces on the relationships between these three spheres. The unit also considers the role of different ideological models such as Keynesianism, neo-liberalism and mixed market, in shaping the relationships between business and government. It also examines the impact of increasing internationalisation and globalisation on business, society and the state.

This unit is a survey of the marketing process, introducing students to the marketing concept, strategic and marketing planning, marketing research, consumer and customer behaviour, issues of market segmentation, targeting and positioning as well as all the elements of the marketing mix (product/service, pricing, distribution and marketing communication strategies).

This unit is an introduction to economic concepts and contemporary economic issues. It introduces students to basic concepts such as markets and their operation, the behaviour of firms, the efficiency and potential failings of free markets, the role of government, key macroeconomic variables and problems such as unemployment. It illuminates these concepts via application to contemporary economic issues and debates over different theoretical perspectives. This unit also exposes students to recent developments in economics via presentations by specialist guest lecturers.

This unit provides an opportunity for students to engage with the dynamics of the management of organisations. Students will be introduced to the connection between the way work and systems are organised and managed and their impact on individuals and societies. This is achieved by using case based opportunities to examine real life contexts. This is an essential unit for business students that can be taken by any student needing a broad initial understanding of management.

The unit introduces basic concepts and principles of Property law, including the meaning of property; legal and equitable estates and other interests is land; and the Torrens system of registered title.

Organisational Behaviour focuses on people in the work place, what motivates them, their attitudes, and how they interact with others. The effects of different communication and types of conflict are also examined. The unit focuses on the individual and group processes of organisational behaviour. Students will also gain an understanding of the importance of research in what might be classified as the non-tangibles in organisational effectiveness. This unit aims to develop personal and interpersonal skills of prospective managers for working in contemporary organisational settings.

This unit is designed for students interested in the processes undertaken by all organisations in providing products and services to customers. The purpose of this unit is to familiarise the student with the internal activities of manufacturing and service organisations as well as external activities to source, produce and distribute products and services. The unit considers both tactical and strategic considerations. The focus is on the complex global environment organisations now find themselves working within. This unit also considers the latest trends in logistics and operations management.

This Level 1 unit introduces the basic concepts and techniques of statistics that are particularly relevant to problem solving in business. It also provides a sound base for more advanced study in statistics and forecasting in subsequent sessions. Topics include: presentation of data; descriptive statistics; the role of uncertainty in business decision making; hypothesis testing; and basic forecasting.

Introduction to Economic Methods will cover basic concepts in Mathematics and Statistics to help their understanding of subjects like accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics. In addition, the analytical techniques, concepts and models that will be discussed in this unit will play a foundation role in a Business degree. Topics include: Use of summation signs; financial mathematics; differential calculus and its application in business; collection, analysis and interpretation of data using simple descriptive statistical methods; probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.

This unit introduces the legal rules and doctrines governing state and commonwealth constitutional systems in Australia. Topics covered include: the constitution and operation of and legal relationships between, legislative, executive and judicial arms of state and commonwealth governments; the separation of powers; the legal relations between state and commonwealth laws and governmental institutions; and the legislative powers of the commonwealth as prescribed by the commonwealth constitution.

This unit introduces the concepts of organisational change, the need to manage change as a change agent and how to develop and optimise change models and schemes. In this unit we will build upon the work you have done in Management Foundations, Organisational Behaviour and Organisational Learning and Development and encourage you to consider the world from different perspectives. We wish you to challenge your own ways of learning and to try to include more reflection in the work that you do. The unit will be driven by theory as well as practice and will need you to read conflicting viewpoints in order to understand the complexity of the relationships we are discussing.

This unit examines the complex interaction between power, politics and knowledge - both in organisational settings and in society as a whole. This is accomplished through an appraisal of a range of relevant sociological and organisational studies theories, and their application to 'real-life' situations in organisational settings. The rationale for the inclusion of a sociological perspective in this unit is that organisations do not operate in a social vacuum, but are constantly subject to broader social, economic, political and cultural influences that bear upon the distribution and exercise of power in organisations and in society as a whole.

21st century businesses are looking more and more similar in the way they are designed and operated. Yet to be successful and to gain comparative advantage it is imperative that these businesses manage their workforces differently. Critical to this different way of managing is culture. Culture is the cornerstone that makes people similar, yet different. Taking a multidisciplinary and “hands on” approach, this unit examines the impacts of culture on business practices and management styles.

Diversity in the workplace has come to refer to those groups most likely to be affected by the homogeneous and normative assumptions of traditional employment systems. While race, gender and religion are the most recognised forms of diversity it has also come to refer to the needs of other groups such as the disabled, the aged and those disadvantaged because of family obligations. The management of diversity is concerned with addressing the needs of such groups in ways that are equitable and organisationally sustainable. This has become increasingly important in a pluralistic society.

This unit examines the nature of the legal profession and its role in society. It deals with the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities lawyers owe to the law, the courts, their clients, to fellow practitioners, as well as the state and society at large. The unit does this, in part, by a consideration of professionalism; ethics; the history, structure and regulation of the legal profession by professional bodies and the impact of lawyers and society on each other.

The choice perspective of strategic management. External environmental assessment and choice. Analysis of international strategic capabilities. Strategy formulation: choice of mission, strategic goals, and a strategy. Implementing strategies through plans, functional strategies, and budgets. Implementing strategy through organisation structure. Implementing strategy through culture, leadership, and human resource management. Control of strategy. Special cases of strategic management: entrepreneurial and non-profit organisations. Strategic management in the international area. Social issues in strategic management. Strategic management in the future.

Contemporary Management Issues (CMI) provides an in-depth analysis of issues confronting managers in a rapidly changing world, including new forms of work; increased diversity in the workplace; organisational dysfunctions; business ethics and corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability. CMI is designed to foster reflection and critical thinking, which will lead to deeper levels of understanding of the complex role played by managers in contemporary society. The unit is delivered in an engaged mode which means that students are provided with opportunities to interact with employers. This enables them to develop an appreciation of the complexities involved in real world business settings. The experience outside the classroom allows a more effective application of the theories and concepts discussed in the unit.

This unit is concerned with organisation theories, forms and practices at both the macro and micro levels. Tensions and paradoxes that arise through processes of ‘getting things done’ in organisations are examined. Various classical and contemporary approaches to conceptualising organisations are introduced and critically appraised. Historical shifts in organisational structure and design preferences are examined. Multiple perspectives are brought to analyse organisation designs. Organising as a social meaning making process, where order and disorder are in tension and unpredictability is shaped and managed, is examined. Students are invited to learn through involvement in, and reflection upon, a range of individual and collaborative activities.

Organisational Learning and Development introduces a powerful way of understanding the nature of contemporary organisations and the key strategic tasks they face. Promotion of individual self-development within a continuously self-transforming organisation is presented as essential if organisations are to innovate and evolve, and so meet the challenges of a turbulent world. The unit introduces the idea that promoting organisational learning means adopting an appropriate management philosophy, one that challenges traditional theories of management. The concept and practice of organisational learning and implications for management approaches are introduced and critically evaluated. Students are stimulated to learn through involvement in reflection upon a range of individual and collaborative activities.

This unit examines the principles of the law of equity trusts and remedies in Australia. The primary emphasis is on the nature and development of the law of equity and students are also introduced to fundamental principles in the law of trusts and remedies. Topics include the nature and application of principles and maxims of Equity, the trust, the types of trusts and introduction to express trusts and the nature and scope of some selected remedies.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit examines the principles of the Law of Equity, Trusts and Remedies in Australia. It examines the major common law, equitable and statutory remedies available to wronged parties in a variety of circumstances. Emphasis is on the analysis of practical and theoretical advantages and disadvantages of various remedies. Topics include the effectiveness of common law and statutory remedies; the nature and application of the trust; the type of trusts; the right of beneficiaries and the scope of remedies.

This unit provides an introduction to the general principles of commercial law. It also examines key aspects of substantive commercial law principles as they arise in a practical context with reference to current developments in the business community. Topics include: the law of principal and agent, guarantee, bailment, negotiable instruments, insurance, credit, sale of goods, trade practices and consumer protection law.

This unit deals with issues that arise in relation to the selection of appropriate structures for the conduct of non-profit and commercial dealings. Students examine the legal and practical requirements involved in creating, operating and winding up associations, partnerships and corporations. Emphasis is on the creation and operation of corporations, and the duties and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the rights and obligations of shareholders.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution, and to consider the distinctive features of alternative modes of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The unit examines the major roles and practices governing court supervised processes, which are involved in superior court litigation. There is also an examination of how to differentially diagnose a dispute and how to match it to the most appropriate dispute resolution process. Topical issues connected with adversarial and alternative dispute resolution processes are considered.

A knowledge of revenue law is essential for all students intending to embark on a career in business, commerce or the public sector. This unit will be of particular assistance to graduates taking up a career in the accounting profession, law or taxation administration or practice. The unit aims to provide students with: a knowledge and understanding of the overall system of taxation; a critical analysis of particular aspects of taxation, such as the concept of income and capital, allowable deductions, taxation of business entities, residence of taxpayers and source of income; a knowledge of the practical side of taxation, including, tax accounting and tax administration; and an appreciation of the policy basis of taxation and anti-avoidance. Please Note: The following unit - 200187 Taxation Law is incompatible with this unit and can not be counted for credit.

This unit examines the legal principles regulating the exercise of power by the executive arm of government in its various manifestations; ministers, government departments and officials, regulatory bodies, tribunals, inferior courts and local councils. This is examined in the context of Australian constitutional arrangements and it is taught in the context of constitutional themes and principles that underpin the law in this area. The exercise of power examined includes decision making, the exercise of discretion, delegated legislation and the decision making procedure of the major administrative tribunals. The focus is on the principles of judicial review developed by the courts, standing and remedies. There is also an examination of major non-judicial avenues of review by the major tribunals such as the Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Ombudsman. The unit will also examine Freedom of Information legislation.

The unit is designed to provide an understanding of the law, the theoretical underpinnings and the underlying policy issues, in the areas of evidence and criminal procedure.

This unit introduces students to the basic structure of law, information retrieval, legal research techniques and the judicial process. The unit covers the mechanical aspects of legal research; sources of law, including the common law tradition, statute law and delegated legislation; and the judicial process and its interface with contemporary legal theory.

Torts law is the first substantive law unit in the LLB. It introduces students to the legal principles and policy of a variety of torts, defences and remedies. It introduces students to the generic legal skills of case reading, analysis and note taking, statutory interpretation and legal problem solving, as well as placing the law in the wider political and social context.

For information on this unit please contact the Unit Coordinators: Sharon Taylor (Blacktown and Campbelltown Campuses) and Jean McCartney (Parramatta Campus). This unit provides exposure to financial and management accounting information from a user viewpoint. The unit aims to provide breadth of awareness and knowledge in relevant fields of accounting essential to decision making for managers.

The development of business skills in the form of the application of information collection, analysis and evaluation, logical reasoning skills and communication skills relevent to business and economic issues.

This unit gives students an introduction to a range of perspectives on the history and philosophy of the humanities, science and the social sciences and their relationship to law.

This unit introduces students to the basic principles of criminal law and criminal responsibility and the criminal justice process as located in its broader social and political context.

A focus on the consumer is critical in marketing philosophy. Effective marketing strategies are necessarily formulated as a result of the understanding of basic consumer behaviour. This unit covers assumptions and concepts related to understanding the consumer, including but not