16914 Corporate Social Responsibility and People Management
6cp; 3hpw (lectures/tutorials/workshops), on campus, weeklyRequisite(s): (16912 Construction Project Management Principles AND (48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10310 Bachelor of Property Economics OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10320 Bachelor of Property Economics Bachelor of International Studies OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10214 Bachelor of Construction Project Management OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10215 Bachelor of Construction Project Management Bachelor of International Studies OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10431 Bachelor of Property Economics Bachelor of Languages and Cultures OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10420 Bachelor of Construction Project Management Bachelor of Languages and Cultures))
Recommended studies:
16912 Site Management
Undergraduate
Description
This subject explores the impact that the construction industry has on the people that work in it and on the communities in which it builds. Students critically debate contemporary issues relating to the relationship between business, employees and society, tackling subjects within the broader field of corporate social responsibility and human resource management. This subject aims to create a new generation of leaders in helping the construction industry to make a more positive contribution to society.
Students' knowledge and understanding is gained through lectures; discussions with leaders in this field; completing a major industry-based team assignment; making group and individual presentations communicating students' recommendations; and through the student's independent research and readings.
The subject applies the latest international thinking, research and best practice in a practical case study environment.
Typical availability
Spring session, City campus
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