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<p>This unit investigates the goals of sustainable development as they relate to environmental, social and economic goals. Students are introduced to a range of perspectives, theories, and frameworks useful for understanding social and environmental change in the context of sustainable development. Using case studies and problem-based learning, this unit seeks to challenge students to think critically about what sustainable development means for this generation and the next.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
1. Introduction to sustainability and development<br>
2. Community, market and government<br>
3. Prosperity, poverty and sustainability<br>
4. Energy market and policy<br>
5. Environmental economics<br>
6. Sustainable finance and investment<br>
7. Design and evaluation of policies and programs<br>
8. Global and regional sustainability<br>
9. Economic growth: Causes and consequences</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit investigates the goals of sustainable development as they relate to environmental, social and economic goals. Students are introduced to a range of perspectives, theories, and frameworks useful for understanding social and environmental change in the context of sustainable development. Using case studies and problem-based learning, this unit seeks to challenge students to think critically about what sustainable development means for this generation and the next.</p>
Unit content
<p>Topics may include:<br> 1. Introduction to sustainability and development<br> 2. Community, market and government<br> 3. Prosperity, poverty and sustainability<br> 4. Energy market and policy<br> 5. Environmental economics<br> 6. Sustainable finance and investment<br> 7. Design and evaluation of policies and programs<br> 8. Global and regional sustainability<br> 9. Economic growth: Causes and consequences</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
091901 - Economics
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bumgt2105">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p> must not have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BUECO3304" target="_blank">BUECO3304</a></p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Describe the main principles and practices of sustainable development</p>
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<p>Explain the complexity of linkages between drivers, pressures, impacts and responses for contemporary sustainable development challenges</p>
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<p>Explain the interests and roles of various stakeholders in achieving sustainable development</p>
S1
<p>Analyse contentious topics in sustainable development</p>
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<p>Assess the conflicts and trade-offs inherent in sustainable development</p>
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<p>Critically examine the literature in relation to sustainable development issues</p>
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<p>Work both in groups and independently toward a better understanding and promotion of sustainable development</p>
A2
<p>Draw on current theories to analyse local, national and global initiatives and efforts to achieve sustainable development</p>
Assessment
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<p>Actively engage in classes and/or online activities; complete quizzes; make informed contributions to unit activities and discussions; complete unit readings; discuss readings and ideas in a clear and coherent manner, demonstrating an understanding of sustainability and development.</p>
<p>Participation</p>
<p>10%-20%</p>
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<p>Undertake individual test assessing all topics covered in sustainability and development</p>
<p>Test</p>
<p>30%-40%</p>
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<p>Group assignment related to sustainability and development</p>
<p>Report and presentation</p>
<p>40%-60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
091901 - Economics
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/bumgt2105">View unit fees</a>
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