Asian business systems

The 21st Century is denoted as the Asian Century. Economies in this region are expected to continue their growth trajectories and dominate the global economy in the decades to come. To understand the dynamics underlying Asian economies, this unit discusses the emergence and growth of large enterprises in East Asia and Southeast Asia. You will learn the common institutions shared among these economies as well as their unique socioeconomic and historical contexts in which their growth is embedded. The unit also introduces you to corporate structures, networks, and management practices of these enterprises, and elaborates on the degree to which these help explain the success of Asian companies.

Active learning - This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.

Case-based teaching - This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.

Problem-based learning - This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.