James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023
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BX3261 - Business Negotiation
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2023 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 4 |
| Prerequisites: | 15 CP OF BU OR BX OR LA SUBJECTS |
| Administered by: | College of Business, Law & Governance |
Subject Description
- This subject provides a comprehensive introduction to the major concepts and theories of the psychology and economics of bargaining and negotiation and to the broader foundations of conflict and conflict resolution. This subject exposes participants to the art of negotiation in the business environment. It utilises practical exercises, role plays and case studies to illustrate strategies and tactics employed in negotiations. There is a focus on recognising distributive bargaining and integrative negotiation in the corporate world. It includes the latest research and trends on negotiation strategy, tactics and effectiveness.
Learning Outcomes
- explain the strategic, interpersonal and psychological aspects of negotiation
- synthesise and reflect on key concepts and approaches from negotiation practice and research
- demonstrate effective development strategies for successful negotiation
Subject Assessment
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (25%) - Individual
- Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (35%) - Individual
- 20% Report; 20% Oral Negotiation - (40%) - Group
Note that 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.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: MG2776 BX2061
Availabilities
Cairns Nguma-bada, Trimester 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 09 Mar 2023 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 13 Feb 2023 to Saturday, 13 May 2023 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Leonie Cassidy DR Leigh-Ann Onnis |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Leonie Cassidy DR Leigh-Ann Onnis MS Julie Edwards |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Trimester 1, External | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 09 Mar 2023 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 13 Feb 2023 to Saturday, 13 May 2023 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Leonie Cassidy |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Leonie Cassidy MS Julie Edwards |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Method of delivery: | WWW - LearnJCU |
Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Trimester 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 09 Mar 2023 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 13 Feb 2023 to Saturday, 13 May 2023 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Leonie Cassidy DR Leigh-Ann Onnis |
| Lecturer(s): | MS Julie Edwards MR Mike Stipis |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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