1 Subject details

1.1   Student participation requirements

The JCULearning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures(2.1.2d) indicates a typical student workload for a three (3) credit point subject requires a 130 hour work load of study related activities, including                 attendance, assessment and self-directed study over the duration of the subject with equivalency across   all attendance modes.

Note that attendance at specified classes will be a mandatory requirement for satisfactory completion of some subjects (Learning, Teaching and Assessment Procedures, 3.1.8e) and that additional hours may be required per week for those students in need of English language, numeracy or other learning support.

For information regarding class registration, visit theClass Registration Schedule.

1.2   Teaching Staff contact details

*Other consultation times by appointment only.

1.3   Subject description

This subject firstly introduces students to a foundation on ethics and what ethics actually means and then, by way of practical examples and case studies, builds an appreciation and understanding of good                 governance practice in modern organisations

1.4   Subject learning outcomes and course learning outcomes

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

•   SLO1: evaluate contexts within which differing sustainable business performance methods should be integrated and applied

•   SLO2: research and apply established concepts to solve business and professional practice problems

•   SLO3: apply independent ethical judgement and initiative in solving differing business problems creatively

•   SLO4: apply independent ethical judgement and initiative in solving business problems for differing audiences using clear and fluent written communication

These outcomes will contribute to your overall achievement ofcourse learning outcomes.

1.5   Student feedback on subject and teaching

Students are at the heart of JCU and as part of our commitment to improving the quality of our subjects and teaching, we regularly seek feedback on the JCU student experience.

YourJCU Surveys are available to all students throughLearnJCU. You will receive an email invitation when the survey opens.

In response to previous student feedback and other data, the following enhancements to this subject have been made:

•   From 2022, following extensive consultation with students and lecturers, this subject is now            embedded in a formal textbook framework, drawing on the extensive global corporate governance expertise of Professor Bob Tricker.

As part of our commitment at JCU to improving the quality of our courses and teaching, we regularly seek  feedback on your learning experiences. Student feedback informs evaluation of subject and teaching           strengths and areas that may need refinement or change . YourJCU Subject and Teaching Surveys provide a formal and confidential method for you to provide feedback about your subjects and the staff members     teaching within them. These surveys are available to all students through LearnJCU. You will receive an       email invitation when the survey opens. We value your feedback and ask that you provide constructive       feedback about your learning experiences for each of your subjects, in accordance with responsibilities       outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Refrain from providing personal feedback on topics that do not   affect your learning experiences. Malicious comments about staff are deemed unacceptable by the University.

1.6   Subject resources and special requirements

All subject readings and resources, including journal articles, book chapters, websites, videos, and access points for you to purchase print and eTextbooks, are available via your LearnJCU subject site.

Your prescribed textbook for this subject is ‘Corporate Governance – principles, policies and practices 4th Edition by Bob Tricker, Oxford University Press’ . This textbook is available as an eText or Hard Copy.          Details of how to purchase the text are available on the LearnJCU site in the ‘About this Subject’ folder.      The book can be purchased as ebook through:https://www.vitalsource.com/sg/products/corporate- governance-bob-tricker-v9780192559197

Extra readings and resources are provided on the LearnJCU subject site within the appropriate topic folder. Readings consist of a variety of different levels and contexts, from books available on line through the         library to articles from newspapers and web sites. Students are encouraged to read widely in each topic area, beyond the readings supplied. Reading and watching current business issues in the media is encouraged.

Use  the Readings platform  for  all  your   readings  and  other   resources, including prescribed and recommended textbooks, eTextbooks, journal articles, digitised chapters, websites, links to Library Guides, LinkedIn Learning, relevant referencing style guides and video content (e.g. YouTube, LinkedIn Learning, Kanopy, Anatomy TV, Vetstream etc.). Readings is linked to your LearnJCU site through an LTI in the tools menu. Assistance with using the Readings platform is available from theReadings at JCU Guide.

2 Assessment details

2.1   Key dates

2.2   Requirements for successful completion of this subject

In order to pass this subject, you must:

•    Achieve an overall percentage of 50% or more

•    Submit a credible attempt at all assessment items within this subject. Students who have completed less than 100% of the assessment will be subject to review by the College Assessment Committee which could result in an ‘X’ grade (Fail (did not sit for exam/s or did not complete at least 80% of assessment requirements or deferred exam not granted)

Final results for this subject will be graded as described in theStudent Results Policy.

Supplementary examinations/supplementary assessments are available for this subject, in accordance with theLearning, Teaching and Assessment Procedure(3.2.10) and theStudent Results Policy(2.1)

2.2.1 How do I track my progress in this subject?

Students will receive feedback on the assessment components 1 and 2 that will help them understand the learning requirements of the subject including for the final exam component . Further discussion will take place  during  tutorials  where  also  more  broader  feedback  related to  assessment  and  learning  will  be provided.

2.3   AccessAbility Services and Support

Reasonable adjustments may be made to assist you to manage additional circumstances impacting on your studies provided these do not change the academic integrity of a degree. Reasonable adjustments do not   alter the need to be able to demonstrate the inherent requirements of the course.

If you believe you will experience challenges completing your degree or course because of a disability,        health condition or other reason, you should fill up theAccessibility Intake form(click Forms for                   Prospective Students to locate this) and submit to the relevantStudent Ambassadorat JCUS who will be in touch with you.

Your course inherent requirements can be found here

https://apps.jcu.edu.au/subjectsearch/#/subject/2023/LB5231

Inherent requirements are now located in theCourse and Subject Handbook, see the respective Course Information tab

2.4   Assessment items

ASSESSMENT ITEM 1: WRITTEN ESSAY (ETHICS)

ASSESSMENT ITEM 1: DESCRIPTION

This essay is designed so that you can explore ethics in relation to the culture of a corporate environment. Ethical theories help us to understand our view of the world and help us understand how busin