Agribusiness Management Economics

Subject 208-721 (2009)

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Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

April, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable


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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: This subject is taught using multimedia teaching techniques and is based around business case studies
Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: Students must be able to perform word processing, Excel spreadsheets, and have a reasonable understanding of the Internet and the University's Learning Management System.

Coordinator

Dr Nanette Mavis Esparon
Subject Overview:

An understanding of the applications of managerial economic theory to solving real world problems is integral to sound business decision-making. Through this subject students will gain an understanding of and ability to apply, key management economic concepts and principles. They will also experience the application of management economics to Australian agribusiness problems through case studies. Students will become familiar with concepts of market equilibrium, demand, supply, theory of the firm, market structure, trade and the impact of government regulation.
Assessment:

One three-hour open-book examination (30%). Online discussion forum (must pass this section of the subject) 20%, Individual/Group Assignments, 3000 words (50%).
Prescribed Texts: Gans, J, King, S, Mankiw, N.G. (2005) Principles of Microeconomics. 3rd Edition, Thompson, Australia
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills: It is expected students will develop:
  • Awareness of and ability to utilise appropriate communication technology and methods for the storage, management and analysis of data
  • Highly developed computer-based skills to allow for effective on-line learning and communication
  • Ability to collaborate, exchange ideas and debate across on-line platforms
  • Ability to plan work, use time effectively and manage small projects
Related Course(s): Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness
Master of Agribusiness (Coursework)
Master of Food Science
Postgraduate Certificate in Food Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Food Science

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