James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2016

LB5991 - Rural Leadership and Culture

Credit points: 03
Year: 2016
Student Contribution Band: Band 3
Administered by: College of Business, Law & Governance

106611 Graduate Cert in Australian Rural Leadership

Students will travel to a country that is culturally diverse, has significant trade relations with Australia and has a robust agricultural sector. As a group they will be exposed to experiences that help them to understand the national, economic, political, environmental and socio-cultural characteristics and contexts of the country. Through the opportunities undertaken in the country, students will be able to discern how these characteristics and contexts differ from and resonate with Australia. Experiences include (inter alia): an understanding of the role of the Australian High Commission or other Australian Government organisations in the country; observation of rural agricultural and environmental initiatives; tour of landmarks of the country that demonstrate socio-cultural initiatives and historic change; and presentations and interactions that provide political, philosophical and spiritual perspectives. Prior to travelling, students will undertake selected readings to complement their understanding of the country and leadership concepts that provide perspectives on social, political and historic values.

Learning Outcomes

Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
LB5993 LB5994

Availabilities

External, Study Period 7
Census Date 30-Jun-2016
Coord/Lect: Dr Anna Blackman.
Contact hours:
  • 39 hours workshops/Seminars - Subject taught in block mode
    Assessment:assignments (50%); individual assignment (50%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.