CQUniversity Unit Profile

ENMM20030 - Asset Management Leadership

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General Information

Overview

This unit focuses on leadership characteristics and management practices for asset management in an organisation. You will learn about various leadership theories and how they influence leadership effectiveness, as well as the operational requirements for leading a team of asset management professionals. The leadership and management skills you develop in this unit will enable you to meet organisation goals and objectives.

Details

Career Level: Postgraduate

Unit Level: Level 8

Credit Points: 6

Student Contribution Band: 8

Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Prerequisites: ENMM20023 & ENMM20025

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 2 - 2025

Online

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Website

This unit has a website, within the Moodle system, which is available two weeks before the start of term. It is important that you visit your Moodle site throughout the term. Please visit Moodle for more information.

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 6-credit Postgraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Regional Campuses

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville

Metropolitan Campuses

Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Written Assessment

Weighting: 30%

2. Written Assessment

Weighting: 30%

3. Presentation and Written Assessment

Weighting: 40%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

CQUniversity Policies

All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.

You may wish to view these policies:

Grades and Results Policy
Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
Review of Grade Procedure
Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure

This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Have your say survey

Feedback

The lecturer opened the weekly online lecture with a check-in around the room, asking how everyone's week was. The topic could have been work or home. He also asked further questions on people's responses, showing true interest and compassion at times. I respected the trust and honesty in the group that he created, as did everyone else on the call.

Recommendation

Students valued the warm, welcoming vibe of the weekly sessions, where the lecturer kicked things off with a quick check-in, giving everyone a chance to share something personal or work-related. This slight touch went a long way in building trust and connection in our fully online group. The teaching team plans to keep this up in future terms, as it creates a supportive space for learning.

Feedback from Have your say survey

Feedback

Getting guest speakers was a great resource however it felt like it impacted the teaching aspect as there would be a rush to get through the weekly material.

Recommendation

Students liked the guest speakers but mentioned that their sessions sometimes cut into the time needed to dive into the weekly lecture material. We’re glad the industry input was a hit, but we see the need to balance the schedule better. Moving forward, we’ll plan guest speakers more carefully (slotting them into weeks with lighter content or offering their talks as separate recorded sessions) to keep the lectures in-depth and well-paced.

Unit Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

Compare different organisational strategies related to asset management.
Analyse the management of people and systems related to asset management in an organisation.
Critique the various approaches of managing asset management group/s towards achieving organisational goals
Develop comprehensive operational requirements in leading a team of asset management professionals.
Critique contemporary theories of leadership for effective management of assets
Reflect on your participation in a multi-disciplinary professional network within or outside your organisation.

n/a

Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes

N/A Level

Introductory Level

Intermediate Level

Graduate Level

Professional Level

Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks	Learning Outcomes
	1	2	3	4	5	6
1 - Written Assessment - 30%
2 - Written Assessment - 30%
3 - Presentation and Written Assessment - 40%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes	Learning Outcomes
	1	2	3	4	5	6
1 - Knowledge
2 - Communication
3 - Cognitive, technical and creative skills
4 - Research
5 - Self-management
6 - Ethical and Professional Responsibility
7 - Leadership
8 - First Nations Knowledges
9 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:

CQUniversity Student Email
Internet
Unit Website (Moodle)
Video Links

Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts

Arash Daemi Unit Coordinator
a.daemi@cqu.edu.au

Richard Bradbury Unit Coordinator
r.v.bradbury@cqu.edu.au

Schedule

Week 1

Begin Date: 14 Jul 2025

Module/Topic

Module 1 - Theories of Leadership

Chapter

Module 1 (Pages 1 to 9)

Events and Submissions/Topic

Events and Submissions/Topic

Zoom sessions:

-Lecture: Skills for Effective Leadership
Tutorial: Take part in a Group Discussion on Skills for Effective Leadership

This week Tuesday, 5 August 2025 is the Census Date, after this day you cannot withdraw from this unit.

Week 5

Begin Date: 11 Aug 2025

Module/Topic

Module 2 - Conflict Resolution

Chapter

Module 2 (Pages 14 to 21)

Events and Submissions/Topic

Zoom sessions:

Lecture: Conflict Resolution
Tutorial: Group Discussion on Conflict Resolution

Assessment 1 Due: Week 5 Friday 15/08/2025 4 pm AEST

Assessment 1- Written assignment Due: Week 5 Friday (15 Aug 2025) 4:00 pm AEST

Vacation Week

Begin Date: 18 Aug 2025

Module/Topic

NO LECTURE OR TUTORIAL CLASSES

Chapter

NO LECTURE OR TUTORIAL CLASSES

Events and Submissions/Topic

Events and Submissions/Topic

Zoom sessions:

Lecture: Coaching and Training
Tutorial: Group Discussion on Coaching and Training

Week 11

Begin Date: 29 Sep 2025

Module/Topic

Module 3 - Performance and Change

Chapter

Module 3 (Pages 42 to 50)

Events and Submissions/Topic

Zoom session:

Lecture: Performance and Change
Tutorial: Take part in a Group Discussion on Performance and Change

Week 12

1 Written Assessment

Assessment Title

Assessment 1- Written assignment

Task Description

This assessment item relates to course learning outcomes 1 through 3. It will cover materials from the topics discussed in weeks 1 to 4. Detailed requirements will be addressed during class. Your response to this assessment can be unique; however, the expected primary contents should include the following:

1. A discussion of different leadership traits.
2. An analysis of the differences between management and leadership styles in asset management.
3. A critique of the effectiveness of various management and leadership approaches in modern asset management.
4. A reflection on the influences that have shaped your current leadership style.
5. Proper references to books, articles, interviews, and other sources.

Please note this assignment is:

AI ASSESSMENT SCALE - AI PLANNING

You may use Al for planning, idea development, and research. Your final submission should show how you have developed and refined these ideas for further details please see the instructions on Moodle.

Assessment Due Date

Week 5 Friday (15 Aug 2025) 4:00 pm AEST

Assignments must be submitted electronically (in "MSWord" format NOT pdf) in Moodle.

Return Date to Students

Week 7 Monday (1 Sept 2025)

It is expected that marked assessment will be returned within 2 weeks of the due date when submitted on time

Weighting

30%

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge Demonstration and Understanding (40%)
Assess the depth of understanding and knowledge displayed in the work.

2. Application of Concepts to Real-Life Situations (40%)
Examine the ability to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and engage with various published and unpublished sources.

3. Presentation Quality (10%)
Evaluate the overall presentation, which includes:
- Neatness
- Appropriate use of figures and tables
- Clarity of expression and terminology
- Ease of reading
- Correct grammar and spelling
- Logical organization and presentation
- Effective use of diagrams and sketches for illustration

4. Evidence of Research Beyond Personal Experience and Course Materials (5%)
Look for evidence of research that extends beyond personal experiences and the provided course content.

5. Referencing (5%)
Assess the proper use of referencing throughout the work.

Referencing Style

Harvard (author-date)

Submission

Online

Submission Instructions

When uploading your assignment on Moodle, ensure you use the following file format, Example - 'Albert Jones_s024789 _ENMM20030_Assignment 1

Learning Outcomes Assessed

Compare different organisational strategies related to asset management.
Analyse the management of people and systems related to asset management in an organisation.
Critique the various approaches of managing asset management group/s towards achieving organisational goals

2 Written Assessment

Assessment Title

Assessment 2- written assignment

Task Description

This assessment item is linked to the course learning outcomes 2 through 6. The assessment will focus on the topics covered in the materials from weeks 1 to 8. Detailed requirements will be discussed in class. While your answer may be unique, it should generally include the following major components: designing and tracking a personal leadership development plan; discussing contemporary theories of leadership that support the effective management of assets; reflecting on your participation in a multi-disciplinary asset management team or network; and including references from books, articles, interviews, and other sources.

Please note this assignment is:

AI ASSESSMENT SCALE - AI PLANNING

Assessment Due Date

Week 9 Friday (19 Sept 2025) 4:00 pm AEST

Assignments must be submitted electronically (in "MSWord" format NOT pdf) in Moodle.

Return Date to Students

Week 11 Monday (29 Sept 2025)

It is expected that marked assessment will be returned within 2 weeks of the due date when submitted on time

Weighting

30%

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge Demonstration and Understanding (40%)
Assess the depth of understanding and knowledge displayed in the work.

2. Application of Concepts to Real-Life Situations (40%)
Examine the ability to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and engage with various published and unpublished sources.

4. Evidence of Research Beyond Personal Experience and Course Materials (5%)
Look for evidence of research that extends beyond personal experiences and the provided course content.

5. Referencing (5%)
Assess the proper use of referencing throughout the work.

Referencing Style

Harvard (author-date)

Submission

Online

Submission Instructions

Assignments must be submitted electronically (in "MSWord" format NOT pdf) in Moodle. When uploading your assignment on Moodle, ensure you use the following file format, Example - 'Albert Jones_s024789 _ENMM20030_Assignment 2

Learning Outcomes Assessed

Analyse the management of people and systems related to asset management in an organisation.
Critique the various approaches of managing asset management group/s towards achieving organisational goals
Develop comprehensive operational requirements in leading a team of asset management professionals.
Critique contemporary theories of leadership for effective management of assets
Reflect on your participation in a multi-disciplinary professional network within or outside your organisation.

3 Presentation and Written Assessment

Assessment Title

Assessment 3

Task Description

This assessment item pertains to course learning outcomes 1 and 4 through 6. It will cover material from the topics discussed during weeks 1 to 12. Detailed requirements will be provided in class. While your response to this assessment may be unique, it is expected to include a thorough analysis of leadership turnaround, the design of a leadership plan aimed at driving changes for a cohesive and profitable team and supporting references (such as books, articles, interviews, and other sources).

Please note this assignment is:

AI ASSESSMENT SCALE - AI PLANNING

Assessment Due Date

Review/Exam Week Monday (13 Oct 2025) 4:00 pm AEST

Assignments must be submitted electronically (in "MSWord" format NOT pdf) in Moodle.

Return Date to Students

Assessment marks will be posted only after the approval of the School Course Committee meeting (on grade certification date)

Weighting

40%

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge Demonstration and Understanding (40%)
Assess the depth of understanding and knowledge displayed in the work.

2. Application of Concepts to Real-Life Situations (40%)
Examine the ability to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and engage with various published and unpublished sources.

4. Evidence of Research Beyond Personal Experience and Course Materials (5%)
Look for evidence of research that extends beyond personal experiences and the provided course content.

5. Referencing (5%)
Assess the proper use of referencing throughout the work.

Referencing Style

Harvard (author-date)

Submission

Online

Submission Instructions

Learning Outcomes Assessed

Compare different organisational strategies related to asset management.
Develop comprehensive operational requirements in leading a team of asset management professionals.
Critique contemporary theories of leadership for effective management of assets
Reflect on your participation in a multi-disciplinary professional network within or outside your organisation.

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.