• Students are expected to take responsibility for their learning by actively engaging with course materials, attending scheduled sessions (where relevant), and participating in discussions and activities. Meeting assessment requirements on time, maintaining regular communication with teaching staff, and seeking support when needed are important aspects of successful study.
• In addition, students should demonstrate respect for the learning environment by contributing positively to group work, valuing diverse perspectives, and using digital platforms professionally and responsibly. By doing so, students help create a supportive and inclusive academic community that benefits everyone.

• Being able to comply with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s StudentCharter, Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure, Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures, and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
• Demonstrating honesty and integrity in academic and professional practice.

• Engaging with colleagues and academic and professional staff in a manner that demonstrates respect and integrity.
• Consistent behaviours, particularly those related to interaction with employees and colleagues.

• Knowing, understanding and complying with the laws of the Sovereign State in which you reside, work and/or study.
• Complying with the policies and practices of businesses or organisations in which you may be placed.

• Performing a wide range of advanced written communication skills that address critical business problems and solutions. These include (but are not limited to) constructing logical and succinct academic essays, business reports or minor academic theses that demonstrate substantive research while using correct CQU referencing.
• Performing a wide range of advanced verbal, non-verbal and ICT communication skills that address critical business problems and solutions. These include (but are not limited to) being able to deliver an enhanced message (in English) for maximum effectiveness, while utilising a variety of technologies or media; the ability to deliver succinct yet effective communication; theability to deliver effective communication that results in impact and/or influence; the ability to design and deliver effective verbalpresentations, in clear English, that utilises a variety of technologies or visual media that combines with appropriate business management concepts and language.
• Utilising a variety of technologies and/or visual media as well as speaking in front of an audience with an appropriate middle or senior management/leadership voice, manner, style and presence that addresses the required outcomes as well as the needs of the audience.
• Being highly proficient in the use of computers and various programs and tools as a means of being an advanced business and management communicator.
• Performing advanced communication skills under pressure.
• Developing the skills of reflective practice to increase self-awareness with personal delivery of advanced communication skills, including being able to determine personal developmental needs with advanced communication deficiencies.
• Using appropriate facial expressions, eye contact, body movements and gestures, being mindful of personal space, time boundaries and cultural sensitivities.
  Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of others and responding appropriately.
• Utilising proxemics and haptics - physical locations and objects in a manner that enhances openness and trust.

• Conceptualising and applying to academic assessment items the knowledge, skills, processes, tools and techniques of the course to real-world examples and contexts of management or discipline-specific issues.
• Applying theoretical knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in management and/or cognate discipline practice.

Students must be able to utilise a range of communication strategies, including effective use of audio visuals to convey meaning, messages, recommendations, etc., to a variety of audiences and stakeholders.

• Working productively with colleagues in the classroom, in online environments and assuming joint responsibility for required tasks.
• As practicing and aspiring managers, students must interact and demonstrate tact when dealing with employees, particularly in performance management contexts, and also represent the organisation to a range of stakeholders.

Demonstrating the ability to reflect on your own competence, actively seek and respond to feedback from colleagues and use diagnostic tools to enhance self-awareness and professional growth.

Students need to adopt a sustained approach to research and study to meet deadlines and standards that reflect the type of activities they undertake in organisations.

Students in this course are expected to develop and demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaborative capabilities that reflect the demands of contemporary business and community engagement.

This includes:

• Relating positively and effectively to diverse business and community stakeholders.
• Understanding and applying the components of emotional intelligence to build effective working relationships and achieve constructive outcomes.
• Balancing sound business deliberations with sensitivity to the interpersonal factors that influence decision-making processes.
• Being consultative and collaborative in establishing and sustaining effective professional relationships.
• Engaging in personal reflection to enhance self-awareness and improve the quality of interactions with others.
• Demonstrating cultural competence, respect, and willingness to work inclusively with people in Australia and internationally.
• Recognising the inherent dignity and rights of others, treating individuals in the workplace as valued ends in themselves, not merely as means to an outcome.
• Collaborating constructively with peers, adapting practice where necessary, and reflecting on feedback from supervisors and colleagues in both project and work-integrated learning contexts.

Being able to utilise essential computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as:

• Managing email and learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, Zoom, MS Teams, or equivalent) for communication and collaboration.
• Conducting basic internet research and evaluating online information sources.
• Formatting, presenting, and sharing documents and presentations in a professional manner.
• Applying spreadsheets for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
• Creating and delivering presentations that integrate text, visuals, and multimedia.
• Developing confidence in adopting new digital tools relevant to business practice and professional communication.