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The University of Newcastle

FACULTY OF ECONOMICS and COMMERCE

HANDBOOK

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASlLE New South Wales

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The University of Newcastle Calendar consists of the following volumes:

Volume 1 Legislation

Volume 2

Volume 3

Volume 4

VolumeS

Volume 6

Volume 7

Volume 8

Volume 9

Volume 10

Volume 11

University Bodies and Staff

Faculty of Architecture Handbook

Faculty of Arts Handbook

Faculty of Economics and Commerce Handbook

Faculty of Education Handbook

Faculty of Engineering Handbook:

Faculty of Medicine Handbook

Faculty of Science and Mathematics Handbook

Schools of Administration & Technology, Education, Health and Visual & Perfonning Arts Handbook Faculty of Music Handbook

Also available are the Undergraduate Guide and Postgraduate Prospectus

This Volume is intended as a reference handbook for students enrolling in courses conducted by the Faculty of Economics and Commerce.

The colour band, Turquoise BeC 118, on the cover is the lining colour of the hood of Bachelors of Commerce of this University.

The information in this Handbook is correct as all November, 1989.

ISBN 0159 - 348X

Recommended Price: Four dollars and fifty cents plus poslage.

Designed by: Marie· T Wisniowski

Typeset by: The Secretary's Division, The University of Newcastle

Printed by: Newey and Beath, Belford St, Broadmeadow

SECTION ONE

SECTION TWO

CONTENTS

FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND COMMERCE

FACULTY STAFF

FACULTY INFORMATION

Information for New Undergraduates Professional recognition Advisory Prerequisite for Entry to the Faculty Student Participation in University Affairs Student Academic Progress Student Problems Examination Results - Assessment Institute of Industrial Economics

SECTION THREE BACHELOR DEGREE REGULATIONS

Schedule 1 - Bachelor of Commerce Schedule 2 Bachelor of Economics

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SECTION FIVE

SECTION SIX

Schedule 3 Bachelor of Law and Administration Approved Subjects for BCorn and BEc Approved Subjects for BLA

FACULTY POLICIES

Standing Prerequisites Progress Course Examinations Combined Degree Courses Transition Arrangements

SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

Guide to Subject Entries Commerce Subject Descriptions Economics Subject Descriptions Law SUbject Descriptions Management Subject Descriptions Statistics Subject Descriptions Major Subjects from Other Faculties

REGULATIONS GOVERNING POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Regulations Governing Postgraduate Diplomas Schedule 1 -Diploma in Accounting and Finance Schedule 2 -Diploma in Economic Studies Schedule 3 -Diploma In Industrial Relations Schedule 4 -Diploma in Legal Studies Schedule 5 -Diploma in Management Schedule 6 -Diploma in Taxation Studies Schedule 7 - Diploma in Welfare Law Approved Subjects for Diploma Courses Conditions for the Granting of Standing in Diploma Courses

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Master of Business Administration Regulations Regulations Governing Masters Degrees

Master of Commerce Master of Law

Policy in Relation to Admission to the Degree of Master or Commerce

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SECllO SEVEN COMPUTER NUMBERS

SECllON EIGHT GENERAL INFORMATION

PRINCIPAL DATES 1990 (including Medicine) Advice and Information Faculty Secretaries Accommodation Officer Cashier's Office

Careers and Student Employment Officer Counselling Service HeaJth Service Student Loans

Students with Special Needs Enrolment of New Students Transfer of Course

Re-Enrolment by Continuing Students Re-Enrolment Kits

Lodging Application for Re-Enrolment Forms Enrolment Approval Payment or Charges Late Payment

Student Cards

Re-Admission after Absence Attendance Status Change of Address Change of Name Change of Programme Withdrawal

Confirmation of Enrolment Failure to Pay Overdue Debts Leave of Absence Attendance at Classes Genernl Conduct Notices Student Matters Generally

EXAMINATIONS Examination Periods Sitting for Examinations Rules for Fonnal Examinations Examination Results Special Consideration

UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS - Regulations CHARGES

Method of Payment

Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) Scholarship Holders and Sponsored Students Loans Refund of Charges

CAMPUS TRAFFIC AND PARKING

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SECTION ONE

ECONOMICS AND COMMERCE FACULTY STAFF

Dean P.L Qarke, BEe, PhD(Syd), FASA, CPA, ACIS(Accounting)

Sub-Deans D.K. Macdonald, BA, MCom, PbD(NSW) (undergraduate students) B. Cheek, MMalh, DipCompSc, MACS (postgraduate students)

Faculty Secretary L.S. Harrigan, BA

COMMERCE Professors P.L. Clarke, BEe, PhD(Syd), PASA, CPA, ACIS (Head of Department) 1.K. Winsen, MCom, PhD(Ohio State), FASA, CPA

Assoclate Professor I.G. WallschulZky, MCom, PhD(Bath), DipBusStud, FASA, CPA

Senior Lecturer RJ. Craig, MCom, FASA, CPA, AFAIM

Lecturers B. Gibson, MCom, MBA, AASA, CPA, AAIM J. Lowry, Beam, ACA, AIID J.T. R6m.cke-Jones, BCotn{W'gong), AASA, AAIM D.l. McKee, BEc(Syd), AASA W. Motyka, MCom{NSW}, AASA(Senior) 1. Psaros, MCan, AASA, CPA P. Stanton, BA(Syd), BCom, DipEd

Senior Tutors M.W. Arnold, BCom, MEdStud, DipEd, PASA N. Hartnett, Beam, AASA, CPA, AAIM

Honorary Associates B.T. Colditz, FASA, ACIS, flU R.W. Gibbins, BCom(Q'ld», ACA M.O. Jager, BCom(Melb), FASA R.B. Taylor, BCam, DipPubAd(Syd), AASA(Senior)

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Departmental Omce Starr L.R. Bartlett S.A. Blanch AL. DiSanto

ECONOMICS Professor D.B. Hughes. BSc.Eeon.(Lond), AM. PhD (Prin) (Head of Department)

Associate Professors BL.I. Gordon, MEc(Syd), PhD R.W. McShane, BA(NE), MA(Alta)

Senior Lecturers CJ. Aislabie, MEc(Syd), PhD(Lond) H.W. Dick, BEe(Monash), MEc, PhD(ANU)

I.A Doeleman, DrsEcon(Nederlandse Economische IIogeschooI, Rotterdam) W.C. Dunlop, BA(Auck), MCom, PhD I.R. Fisher, BA, PhD(Hull) S.N. Iacobi, AB(Prin), MA(South Carolina) G.R. Keating, MEc(NE) O.K. Macdonald, BA, MCom, PhD(NSW) AC. Oakley, BEe, PhD(Adel) C.W. Slabl, BA(Calif State College), PhD(Calif) P.I.C. Stanton, MA(Syd), PhD, DipEd(Syd)

Lecturers P.R. Anderson, BA, MCom, DipEd(NSW) K.I. Burgess, BEc(Syd), MEc(Syd), MA(Exeter), DipTertStud(UNE) I.C. de Castro Lopo, MA(Wis) M.T. Gordon, BA(Syd), MCom, PhD K.M. Renfrew. BCom, BMath, BA S.R. Shenoy, BA(Gujar), BScEcon, MA(Lond) S.S. Watennan, AB(Brown), MA(Hist), MA(Econ)(CaJif)

Senior Tutor A. Hossain, BSc(Iahangimagar), MScEcon(Jahangimagar), MAEcon(Melb), PhD(LaT)

Tutor P. Kniest, BEe

Honorary Associates W.I. Sheehan, BEc(Syd), MA B.A. Twohill, BA

Departmental Omce Staff 1. Hargrave D.E.Kite R. Talbot E.G. Williams

LAW Professor F.A. Bates, LLM(Sheff), MACE (Head of Department)

Senior Lecturers

D.W. Mitchell, BA, LLB(ANU), DipIur(Syd), Barrister(NSW) R.W. Watterson, ll..M(Syd), Barrister(NSW)

Lecturers I.E. Bentley, BA(Nott), Solicitor(England & Wales) G.A. Carlan, BA(Qld), BEdStud, DipLaw, Barrister(NSW) G. Cowper-Hill, ll..B(Brist), Solicitor(NSW) T. Presbury, LLB(Syd), BCorn, DipBusSlUd, Solicitor(NSW)

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FACULTYSTAFF~SE~CT~I~O~N~O~NE~ ________________________________________________________________ ~F~A~C~UL~T~Y~S~T~AFF~

Departmental Omce Staff V.I. Forrest S.A. Coleman

MANAGEMENT Professor A.J. Williams. BCom(Tas), BEd(Melb). PhD(WAust), DipEd(Tas), GradDipAillnin(WAIT), AASA, FAIM

Senior Lecturers I.A. Cooper, BMath, PhD (Head of Department) H.T. Suchard, BA(Witw), BA(SA), MA, DPhil(Pret) P.M. Vilkinas, BSc, BCorn, MPsych, DipPsych(Q'ld»,PhD I.M. Wood, BCom(Melb), BEd(Monash), MEdAdmin, PhD(Alta), DipEd(Monash)

Lecturers B. QU!ek, MMath, DipCompSc, MACS G.P. Walker, BA(Macq), MBA, AASA, MACS. ASIA P.K. Walsh, BSc(W'gong), PhD

Departmental Office Staff M.I. Stegennaier B. Brossmann

STATISTICS Professor A.I. Dobson, BSc(Adel), MSc, PhD(James Cook) (Head or Department)

Associate Professor R.W. Gibberd, BSc, PhD(Adel)

Senior Lecturers B.G. Quinn, BA, PhD(ANU) D.F. Sinclair, BSc, MStat(NSW), MS, PhD(F1orida State)

Lecturer AL. Pope, MSc(Syd), MSc(ANU), PhD(Lond)

Statistical Programmer C. Thirkettle, BCom, DipCompSc

Departmental Secretary C. Claydon

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SECTION TWO

FACULTY INFORMATION

Information for New Undergraduates Students entering University for the first time may experience some difficulty in adapting to the study techniques required for success, ltis, therefore, important for students to become familiar with the methods ,of organisation used within the University. de~ee courses available and the University Counselling Service which offers assistance with study and personal problems.

Students should note that it is possible to include some major streams of study in more than one degree course, eg Commerce Economics, Mathematics, Psychology. It is therefore importan~ th~ careis tak,en to ensure that a degree course is selected which will allow the inclusion of the full range of studies that a student maywiSh to undertake. TheFacultyofEconomicsandCommerce offers Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics and BachelorofLaw and Administration degree courses. Each degree course offers a student the opportunity to select subjects from various disciplines offered within the Faculty of Economics and Commerce and in other faculties of the University provided certain constraints and prerequisite conditions stipulated in the degree requirements are complied with.

Many students do not finally choose their field of interest until after the first year of study. However, the initial selection of subjects should be made in light of the probable direction of their later interests and studies, eg students who have an interest in accounting or industrial relations should include Foundations of Law early in their course; students who wish to select those subj~ts. required for entry to the professional accounting assoCIations should enrol in the Bachelor of Commerce degree course.

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Candidates should be aware that the Bachelor of Law and Administration degree is not intended as a qualification for the practice of law.

Stu~ents sho~d study carefully the requirements for the degrees particularly WIth regard to compulsory subjects,limitation on the subj~ts whic~ can b~ chosen from each group and prerequisite requrrements mc1uding the advisory prerequisites set out in Faculty Policies. It will be necessary for students who have not completed advisory prerequisites or equivalent study to undertake intensive preliminary reading.

Limits are also set on the number of subjects students are pennitted to take in anyone year. Theselimits restrict a fuU.time student to a maximum of 48 credit points and a parHime student to a maximum of 24 credit points in anyone year of study (see degree regulations).

Advice

Students requiring specific advice on the selection or content of subjects in the course should seek help from members of the Faculty. For personal counselling and study skills training it is suggested that students consult the University CounsellingService.

Enquiries regarding enrolment, variation to programme and general administrative problems should be directed to the Faculty Secretary, McMullin Building.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the University of Newcastle who hold the Bachelor of Commerce degree and who have included specified SUbjects in

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their degree course fulfil examination requirements for membership of the Australian Society of Accountants and the Institute of ClIartered Accountants in Australia.

A list of subjects required to complete the degree requirements and satisfy professional membership requirements is available from the Department of Commerce office and from the various

professional bodies.

Registration as a registered public accountant under Ute Public Accountants Registration Act, 1945 (NSW) is also available to graduates who have included specified subjects in their Bachelor of Commerce degree programme.

Graduates who have included passes in the subjects Taxation A and Taxation B in their degree course may apply for registration as a tax agent by the Tax Agents' Board (NSW).

Graduates of the University of Newcastle who hold either the Bachelorof Commerce degree or Bachelor of Economics degree and who are employed in the banking and finance industry are eligible for Affiliate membership of the Australian Institute of

Bankers.

Particulars of these various exemptions are set out on notice boards near the office of the Department of Commerce.

Further enquiries and applications for exemption should be directed to the professional associations concerned.

Advisory Prerequisite for Entry to the Faculty In addition to satisfying the matriculation requirements of the University, candidates applying for entry to the Faculty of Economics and Commerce are advised that a pass in 2·unit Mathematics (including topics in calculus) at the New South Wales HigherSchool Certifica1eExaminalionorinan examination at an equivalent standard in Mathematics is advisable.

For admission in 1990 it will be assumed that candidates have completed both 2·unit Mathematics and 2·unit English and have been placed in the top 60% in each subject.

Candidates should note that there is no other advisory prerequisite for entry to the Faculty of Economics and Commerce. It is not necessary for candidates applying for entry to have previously studied either Economics, Accounting or Legal Studies.

Candidates with low HSC aggregates or basic entry quaIifi cations are strongly advised to enrol in a reduced programme.

Student Participation in University AITairs Provision is made for students to be elected as members on Departmental and Faculty Boards as well as to other University bodies. Elections of student members usually take place early in the first semester and students should watch Department notice boards for details of elections of student members.

Student Academic Progress All students are reminded of the need to maintain satisfactory progress and, in particular, attention is drawn to the legislation governing unsatisfactory progress.

FACULTY INFORMATION

In accordance with the Regulations Governing Unsatisfactory Progress the Faculty Board has determined the following policy.

Regulation 3(1)

(a) (i) If a candidate's academic record since admission to the course includes more failures than passes, that candidate will be asked to show cause as to why the candidate should not be excluded from the Faculty.

(ii) If acandidate fails a subject for the second time that candidate will be asked to show cause as to why a condition should not be imposed on re-enrolment that the candidate not be permitted to re..enrol in that subject.

(ill) If a candidate fails a subject for the third time that candidate will beaskedto show cause why the candidate should not be excluded from the Faculty.

(b) In the case of a candidate enrolled in a combined degree course who fails a subject counting towards a degree offered by the Faculty of Economics and Commerce, that candidate will be asked to show cause why a recommendation should not be made to the Admissions Committee that the candidate's enrolment m the combined degree course be tenninated (ie the candidate be permitted to continue in one degree only).

Student Problems Membersofthe Faculty are willing to offer advice and assistance to students who have academic problems. Where a problem clearly lies within the area of responsibility of some particular member of the teaching staff, it is preferable that the matter be discussed initially with that member.

A student may also fmd it helpful to discuss his problem with a student member of Faculty Board, particularly if the student is reluctant to make a personal approach to a member of staff or is uncertain of the proper procedures to be followed.

Assessment of Examination Results In nonnal circumstances no contact may be made by oron behalf of a student with a member of the academic staff on the subject of a student's examination script(s) between the date of the examination in question and the official publication of results.

Institute of Industrial Economics The Institute of Industrial Economics was established in April, 1976 and was the first research institute within the University.

It conducts research into the economic problems of Australian manufacturing industry, the distributing and service trades and the mineral industry. The Institute also acts as a centre for postgraduate training and research in the field of industrial economics, where it collaborates closely with the Department of Economics. Seminars and conferences are arranged from time to time and publications issued which report the results of the Institute's research programme.

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The University staff members who work for the Institute are mainly drawn from the Departments of Economics, Commerce, Law and Management. However, staff members from other departments of the University can be called upon to assist in particular projects.

Many of the staff working for the Institute have previously acted as advisers orconsultants of industry, commerce and government. The Institute also employs fUll-time research fellows and research assistants to meet the requirements of its research and consulting activities.

The Board which administers the Institute consists of members from industry, commerce and the University. The Director of the Institute is Dr c.J. Aislabie of the Department of Economics.

FACULTY INFORMATIO~ ~SE!'lCTg:I!!O!!N"-T!!!H~R,,,E~E,---______________________________ _

BACHELOR DEGREE REGULATIONS

Regulations Governing Bachelor Degrees (made under By-Law 5.2.1)

Part 1-General

1.(1 ) These Regulations prescribe the conditions and requirements relating to the degrees of Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Law and Administration.

(2) In these Regulations and the Schedules thereto, unless the context or subject matter otherwise indicates or requires:

"course" means a group of subjects selected in conformity with the conditions prescribed for the degrees;

"the Dean" means the Dean of the Faculty;

"the degree" means the degree of Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Economics or Bachelor of Law and Administration as the case may be;

"Department" means the department or departments offering a particular subject and includes any other body doing so;

"Faculty" means the Faculty of Economics and Commerce;

"Faculty Board" means the Faculty Board oftbe Faculty;

"Schedule" means the Schedule to these Regulations relevant to the course in which a person is enrolled or proposing to enrol;

"subject" means any part of the course for which a result may be recorded.

(3) (a) The degree may be conferred as an ordinary degree or as a degree with Honours as prescribed in theSchedule.

(b) There shall be three classes of Honours, namely Class I, Qass II and Class m. Class II shall have two divisions, namely Division 1 and Division 2.

2. An applicant for admission to candidature shall satisfy the requirements of the Regulations Governing Admission and Enrolment and such other additional requirements as may be specified in the Schedule.

3. A graduate or an undergraduate of this orof another university or approved tertiary institution may be granted standing in recognition of any subject passed in such university or approved tertiary institution on conditions determined by the Faculty Board.

4.(1) The Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Head of the Department, may prescribe prerequisites and/or corequisites for any subject offered by that Department.

(2) Except with the approval of the Dean, a candidate may not ClUol in a subject unless that candidate has satisfied any prerequisite and has already passed or concurrently enrols in or is already enrolled in any subject prescribed as its corequisite.

5. In any year a candidate shall enrol only in those subjects approved by the Dean or the Dean's nominee.

6.(1) A candidate may withdraw from asubjectorcourse only by informing the Secretary to the University in writing and the withdrawal shall take effect from the date of receipt of such notification.

(2) A candidate who withdraws from any subject after the relevant date shall be deemed to have failed in that subject.

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However, in exceptional circumstances such as illness or other serious cause, a candidate may be granted permission by the Dean to withdraw without penalty. Therelevant date shall be:

(a) in the case of any subject offered only in the first semester, the Monday of the ninth week oHirst semester;

(b) in the case of any subject offered only in the second semester, the Monday of the ninth week of second semester;

(c) in the case of any other subject, the Monday of the third week of second semester.

7. Upon request by acandidatethe Faculty Board may grant leave of absence from the course. Such leave shall not be taken into account in calculating the qualifying period for a subject or the degree.

8. (1 ) To complete asubject, a candidate shall attend such lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratory classes and field work and submit such written or other work as the Department or Departments concerned shall require.

(2) To pass a subject, a candidate shall complete it and pass such examinations as the Faculty Board shall require.

(3) Except with the permission of the Faculty Board, a subject shall count towards a degree for no more than eight years from the year in which it was passed.

9.(1) To qualify for admission to the degree a candidate shaIl pass the course prescribed in the Schedule.

(2) The course shall be completed in not less than three years, except where the candidate has been granted standing under Regulation 3.

(3) A candidate for a degree with honours shall pass the prescribed qualifying subjects in not more than five years, in the case of a fuIl-time student, and not more than eight years, in the case of a part -time student, from the date of first enrolment in the Faculty, or such longer period as the Faculty. Board may approve.

Part 11- Combined Degree Courses

10. A candidate may complete the requirements for the degree in conjunction with another Bachelor's degree by completing a combined course approved by the Faculty Board and also the Faculty Board of the Faculty offering that other Bachelor's degree.

11. Admission to a combined degree course -

(a) shall be subject to the approval of the Deans of the two Faculties;

(b) shall, except in exceptional circumstances, be at the end of the candidate's first year of enrolment for the ordinary degree; and

(c) shall be restricted to candidates with an average of at least Credit leVel.

12. The work undertaken by a candidate in a combined degree course shall be no less in quantity and qUality than if the two courses were taken separately as shall be certified by the Deans

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of the two Faculties after consultation with the Heads of Departments concerned.

13. To qualify for admission to the two degrees a candidate shall satisfy the requirements for both degrees.

(c) have passed Accounting Research Seminar, either Financial Accounting Theory Construction, or Accounting and Decision Support Systems and one other Group C subject approved by the Head of the Department of Commerce.

Part III - Exceptional Circumstances . .' .. . (2) To qualify for admission to the degree with Honours in

14. In order to proVIde for excepttonal crrcumstances ansmg m a Accounting a candidate shall pass Accounting IV. particular case, the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty .. Eco . Board may relax .. fth R lati'on, 4 (1) A candidate for the degree Wlth Honours m nomlcs any provlSlon 0 ese egu. .

SCHEDULE I - BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

Ordinary Degree

1. To qualify for the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Commerce, a candidate shall pass subjects totalling no fewer than 144 credit points,from those approved by the Faculty Board, in accordance with the following conditions:

(a) A candidate shall include Financial Accounting Fundamentals, Financial Management Fundamentals, Economics I, and either Introductory Quantitative Methods or Introductory Statistics in the subjects counting towards the degree unless the Faculty Board approves otherwise in a particular case.

(b) No more than 60 credit points may be selected from Group A subjects.

(c) No fewer than 36 credit points shall be selected from the Group C subjects.

(d) Except with the approval of the Dean, a candidate may not ernol in a Group C subject until that candidate has passed the compulsory Group A subjects, viz. Financial Accounting Fundamentals, Financial Management Fundamentals, Economics! and one of IntroductoryQuantitative Methods or Introductory Statistics.

(e) Except with the approval of the Dean, a full-time student may not enrol in more than 48 credit points in any one year, or more than 24 credit points ¥t anyone semester.

(f) Except with the approval of the Dean, a part-time student may not enrol in more than 24 credit points in anyone year, or more than 12 credit points in anyone semester.

Honours

2. Honours may be awarded in Accounting, Economics or Legal Studies.

3.(1) A candidate for the degree with Honours in Accounting shall:

(a) have obtained the approval of the Head of the Department of Commerce to candidature;

(b) have completed all the reqUirements for the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Commerce before enrolling in Accounting N;I

I A cQlU/idau for MIUHlTI ilJAcct:>Wlling may be tnr,"ittf!d t(} wuhrtak pnlilPlinory 31udiu lor Accounting IV prior to cOWIplf!ting all tM rf!qIUrf!lMlIIslor tAt ordittDry df!grf!f! oj BQChdor of Co_rcf!.

shall:

(a) have obtained the approval of the Head of the Department of Economics to candidature;

(b) have completed all the requirement s f orthe ordinary degree of Bachelor of Commerce before emolling in Economics IV;

(c) have passed EconomicsI, Economics II, Economics ill and 12 credit points selected from:-

Subject Credit Points

International Economics A 6

International Economics B 6

Growth & Fluctuations 6

Topics in Economic Development 6

Public Finance 6 Australian Public Finance 6

Economic Doctrines and Methods A

Economic Doctrines and Methods B

Mathematical Economics

Managerial Economics

Environmental Economics

Urban Economics

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Comparative Economic Systems A 6

Comparative Models & Cases 6

(d) have passed at least 24 credit points from the following list:-


Comparative Economic Systems N 6 Comparative Models and Casesl 6 Topics in Economic Development) 6

Econometrics A 6

Econometrics B 6

Economic History A 6

Australian Economic History 6

European Economic History 6

Asian Economic History I 6

Asian Economic History n 6

Asian Economic History m 6

Applied Decision Analysis 6

Applied Econometrics 6

Political Economics 6

Theory of Public Choice 6

Environmental Economics} 6

Growth & Fluctuations} 6

Economic Doctrines & Methods A3 6

Economic Doctrines & Methods B} 6

Industrial Relations IIIA 6

Industrial Relations IIIB 6

Industry Economics A 6

Industry Economics B 6

Labour Economics A 6

Labour Economics B 6

Mathematical Economics3 6

Monetary Theory 6

Financial Institutions and Policy 6

Public Finance} 6

Australian Public Finance} 6

Urban Economics} 6

Mathematics for Economists 6

Advanced Statistical Analysis 6

Managerial Economics) 6

International Economics B) 6

(e) have successfully completed such additional work as the Head of the Department may prescribe before enrolling in Economics N.

(2) To qualify for admission to the degree with Honours in Economics a candidate shall pass Economics N.

5.(1) A candidate for the degree with Honours in Legal Studies

shall:

(a) have obtained the approval of the Head of the Department of Law to candidature;

(b) have completed all the requirements forthe ordinary degree of Bachelor of Commerce before enrolling in Legal Studies N;2

(c) have passed Foundations of Law and any 30 credit points offered by the Department of Law or have passed Foundations of Law, Employment Law and 18 credit points offered by the Department of Law;

(2) To qualify for admission to the degree with Honours in Legal Studies a candidate shall pass Legal Studies N.

SCHEDULE 2 - BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS

Ordinary Degree

1. Toqualifyforadmission to the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Economics, a candidate shall select subjects from those approved by the Faculty Board so that a minimum of 144 credit points is obtained. The subjects shall be selected in accordance with the following conditions:-

(a) No more than 60 credit points maybe obtained by selecting Group A subjects.

2 A candidate for honours in Legal Studies may be pennitted to wuierlaiu preliminary studies for Legal Studies W prior to completing all the requirements for the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Commerce.

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(b) Nofewerthan 36 credit points shall be obtained by selecting subjects from Group C.

(c) Except with the approval of the Dean, a full-time student may not

(i) in anyone year enrol in subjects carrying a total of more than 48 credit points;

(ti) in anyone semester enrol in subjects carrying a total of more than 24 credit points.

(d) Except with the approval of the Dean, a part-time student may not

(i) in anyone year enrol in subjects carrying a total of more than 24 credit points;

(li) in anyone semester enrol in subjects carrying a total of more than 12 credit points.

(e) A candidate shall include Economics I, Economics II. Economics III and Introductory Quantitative Methods in the subjects counting towards the degree unless the Faculty Board approves otherwise in a particular case.

(f) Atleast 42credit points towards thedegreeshall beobtained by selecting subjects in the following list with at least 18 of these being selected from Part (ii).

Part (i)

Subject

Econometrics A

Econometrics B

Economic History A

Australian Economic History

European Economic History

Asian Economic History I

Asian Economic History II

Asian Economic History III

Applied Decision Analysis

Applied ~nometrics

Polit~cal Economics

Theory of Public Choice

Industrial Relations lIlA

Industrial Relations IIIB

Industry Economics A

Industry Economics B

Labour Economics A

Labour Economics B

Monetary Theory

Financial Institutions and Policy

Mathematics for Economists

Advanced Statistical Analysis

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Topics in Economic Development


Growth & Fluctuations


Credit Points

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Credit Points

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International Economics A 6 International Economics B 6 Urban Economics 6 Comparative Economic Systems A 6 Comparative Models and Cases 6 Economic Doctrines and Methods A 6 Economic Doctrines and Methods B 6 Economic Doctrines and Methods C 6 Mathematical Economics 6 Public Finance 6 Australian Public Finance 6

Honours

2. Honours may be awarded in Economics.

3.(1) A candidate for the degree with honours shall -

(a) have obtained the approval of the Head of the Department of Economics to candidature;

(b) have completed all the requirements forthe ordinary degree of Bachelor of Economics before enrolling in Economics IV;

(c) have passed Economics III and 12 credit points selected from the subjects listed in 1 (f) Part (ii) before enrolling in Economics N;

(d) have successfully completed such additional work as the Head of the Department may prescribe before enrolling in Economics IV.

(2) To qualify for admission to the degree with honours a candidate shall pass Economics IV.

SCHEDULE 3 - BACHELOR OF LAW AND ADMINISTRATION

Ordinary Degree

1. To qualify for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Law and Administration a candidate shall pass subjects from those approved by the Faculty Board so that a minimum of 144 credit points is obtained.

The subjects shall be selected in accordance with the following conditions -

(a) A candidate shall include all Group A subjects, totalling 78 credit points.

(b) A candidate shall include subjects totalling at least 24 credit points selected from Group B.

(c) Afterconsultation with the Head of the Department of Law a candidate may include subjects totalling not more than 36 credit points from subjects offered in other bachelor degree courses of the University.

(d) Except with the approval of the Dean-

(i) a full-time student shall not in anyone year enrol in subjects with a combined value exceeding 48 credit points, orin subjects with a combined valueof24 credit points in anyone semester.

(ii) a part-time student shall not in anyone year enrol in subjects with a combined value exceeding 24 credit

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points, or in subjects with a combined value exceeding 12 credit points in anyone semester.

Honours

2. Honours may be awarded in the degree.

3. A candidate for the degree with honours shall -

(a) have obtained the approval of the Head of the Department of Law to candidature, and

(b) have completed all the requirements for admission to the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Law and Administration before enrolling in Law and Administration IV.

4. To qualify for admission tothe degree withhonoursacandidate shall pass Law and Administration IV.


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List of Approved Subjects Referred to in Schedules 1 and 2 (Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics)


Group A -100 level

Financial Accounting Fundamentals 6 Financial Management Fundamentals 6 Economics I 12 Foundations of Law 6

Contract Law 1 6 Introductory Statistics 6 Introductory Quantitative Methods 12

Economic History A 6

Australian Economic History 6 Introduction to Infonnation Systems 6

Infonnation Storage and Management 6

Prerequisite

See Footnote 1

Financial Accounting Fundamentals

See Footnote 2

Foundations of Law

See Footnote 6

See Footnotes 3 and 6

Introduction to Infonnation Systems


Subjects from Arts/Computer Science! 24 As prescribed in relevant degree regUlations Mathematics/Science

Group B - 200 level

Corporate Accounting and Reporting 6

Corporate Finance Regulation and Control 6

Financial Management Fundamentals


Costing Principles and Method 6 Financial Management Fundamentals and Introductory Quantitative Methods

Costing Principles and Method Planning, Control and Perfonnance Evaluation 6

Data Processmg Fundamentals

Data Processing in Organisations

Securities Analysis]

Corporate Financial Management]

Taxation A

Economics n European Economic HistoryS

Asian Economic History P

Asian Economic History IP

Asian Economic History IDS

6 Introductory Quantitative Methods

6 Data Processing Fundamentals

6 Financial Management Fundamentals, Introductory Quantitative Methods and Economics I.

6 Securities Analysis

6 Financial Management Fundamentals

12 Economics I

6 Economic History A or Australian Economic History or Economics I

6

6

6

Economic History A or Australian Economic History or Economics I



I The prerequisite for Financial AccoUllling FUltdamefllaJs is:

(i) Higher School Certificate aggregate or notional aggregaJe equivalefll to or better than the selection aggregate required/or admission to the Bachelor of Co_rce degree course; or

(ii) apass in Introductory Quantitative Metlwds (or Mat}wrwlics 103) and Econcmics I.

2 The prerequ.isitefor FoundaliOfU of Law is;

(i) Higher School Certificate aggregate or notional aggregale equi",alelll to or better than the selection asgregale required/or admission to the Bachelor of Co_rce degree course; or

(ii) passes in su.bjects wilh a combined ",alue oJ at least 24 credit poinJs.

] Has an adlIisory pre- 01' corequisite.

S Candidates who pass 12 credit points of Economic Hi~ory as listed in GroupB, may countfu.rther Econcmic History subjects as Group C.

6 Only one 0/ Introductory QuantitaJi~ Metlwds or Introductory Statistics may be counted.

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SBCfION THREE BACHELOR DEGREE REGULA nONS

Subject Labour Economics A

Labour Economics B Comparative Economic Systems A

Comparative Models and Cases

Political Economics Theory of Public Choice


Applied Econometrics Mathematics for Economists


Industrial Relations ITA

Industrial Relations lIB



Problems of Developing Countries

Administrative Law"

Employment Law"

Personal Liability Law"

Credit Points

6

6

Law of Business Organisations4 Business and Consumer Credit Lawt

Consumer Protection Law4

6 6

6

6

6 6

6

6 6

6

6

6

6

6 12

6 6

6

6 6 6

6

Trade Practices Law"

Management 201

Management 202

Prerequisite

Economics! Labour Economics A

I Economics I

Economics I

Economics I

Economics I

Introductory Quantitative Methods or Mathematics I or Mathematics 103


Introductory Quantitative Methods or Mathematics I or Mathematics 103


Economics I or an Economic History or Law subject

Industrial Relations IIA

Economics I


Economics I

Law of Contract or Contract Law I

Personal Liability Law or Law of Contract or Contract Law I

Foundations of Law

Foundations of Law




At least 12 Group A credit points

At least 12 Group A credit points

Level 200 subjects from Arts/Computer Science/Mathematics/Science

12 As prescribed in the relevant degree regulations

Group C - 300 level

Financial Accounting Theory Construction

Reconstruction of Accounting

6 Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

6 Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Accounting and Decision Support Systems 6 Planning, Control and Perfonnance Evaluation

Behavioural Implications of Accounting 6

Auditing Theory and Method 6

Contemporary Auditing Technology and Issues 6

Special Topic A & 6

Special Topic B8 6

Taxation B 6

Planning, Control and Penonnance Evaluation

Corporate Accounting and Reporting'

Auditing Theory and Method

See Footnote 8

See Footnote 8

Taxation A

4 Candidates who pars Group B subjects offered by the Department of Law with a combined ",alue 0/ alleast 12 credit points may CO/UIJ further Lawsubjects as Group C.

7 May be taUn as a corequisite.

S Topics will be based on demand and twailability of staff and could, for example, include:

Subject

Contemporary IsslU!S in Financial Accounting

Corporale Financiallnfortrwtion Analysis

Accounting, Organisations and Society

Accounting and Small Enterprise

1nJernaliottai AccoUltting and Finance

AdlIanced Issues in Securities Analysis

AdlIanced Issues in Financial Manasement

" Taxation C

Prerequisite

Financial AccoUllling Theory ConstrllCh·on or Reconstruction of Accounting

Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Securities Analysis

Corporate Financial Regulation and COnJroi

Corporate Financial ReguJalion andCofllroi and Planning, Conlrol and PerformtlllCe E",aluulion and Corporale Financial Management

Corporule Accounting and Reporting and Corporale Financial Managemenl

Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Securities Analysis

Corporate AccoUllling and Reporting, Corporate Financial Management

TaxaJion B (or TaxaJion prior to 1989)

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Subject Credit Points Prerequisite International Economics A

International Economics B

Macroeconomic Planning Urban Economics

Regional Economics



Growth and Fluctuations

Topics in Economic Development Public Finance

Australian Public Finance

Economic Doctrines & Methods A

Economic Doctrines & Methods B

Economic Doctrines & Methods C

Economics III Econometrics A

Econometrics B

Monetary Theory

Financial Institutions & Policy

Industrial Relations IlIA


Mathemalical Economics

Management 301

Management 302

Management 311

Management 321

Management 322 Management 323 Management 331

Level 300 subjects from Arts/Computer Science/Mathe~atics/Science

6 Economics II 6 International Economics A

6 Introductory Quantitative Methods and Economics II

6 Economics II 6 Economics II

6 Economics n 6 Economics II

6 Economics II

6 Economics II

6 Economics II

6 Economics IT

6 Economics II 6 Economics II 6 Economics n

12 Economics II 6 Advanced Statistical Analysis or Applied Econometrics

6 Econometrics A

6 Economics II

6 Monetary Theory

6 Industrial Relations IIA and lIB

6 Industrial Relations rnA

6 Mathematics for Economists

6 Management 202

6 Management 202

6 Management 202

6 Management 201 (or Commercial EDP and Quantitative Business Analysis ll)

6 Management 321

6 Computer Science I or Introduction to Programming

6 Management 202 12 As prescribed in the relevant degree regulations

Note: Not all subjects listed above will necessarily be offered in anyone year.

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List of Approved Subjects Referred to in Schedule 3 (Bachelor of Law and Administration)

Subject

Group A

Credit Points Prerequisite

Administrative Law 1 Administrative Law 2

Company Law 1

Company Law 2

Contract Law 1

Contract Law 2 Employment Law

Foundations of Law Information Technology and the Law

Management 202 Personal Liability Law

GroupB Advanced Taxation

Banking and Commercial Finance Law

Business and Consumer Credit Law

Consumer Protection Law

Criminal Law

Family Law

International and Interstate Trade Law

Law of Transport Local Government and Town Planning Law

Medical Law Mining Law Partnership Law and Unincorporated Associations Trade Practices Law

Securities Industries Law

Special Topic in Law 1


Special Topic in Taxation 1 Special Topic in Taxation 2

Taxation A Taxation B

Management 301

Management 302

Notes:

6 Contract Lawl

6 Administrative Law 1

6 Foundations of Law

6 Company Law 1


6 Contract Law 1 and Personal liability Law

12 Personal Liability Law or Contract Law 1

6 See footnote 1 12 Foundations of Law

6 Subjects totalling 12 credit points 6 Foundations of Law (Corequisite for 1990 only)

6 Taxation B

6 Personal liability Law

6 Contract Law 1

6 Contract Law 1

6 Personal Liability Law

6 Personal Liability Law and Foundations of Law

6 Contract Law 1

6 Contract Law 1

6 Contract Law 1

6 Personal liability Law

6 Contract Law 1 6 Contract Law 1

6 Contract Law 1

6 Company Law 2


6 Personal Liability Law

6 Taxation B

6 Taxation B

6 Financial Management Fundamentals

6 Taxation A

6 Management 202

6 Management 202

1. The prerequisite for Foundations of Law is:

(i) HSC aggregate or notional aggregate equivalent to or better than the selection aggregate required for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce degree course; or

(ii) passes in subjects with a combined value of at least 24 credit points offered in a degree course at the University of Newcastle.

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SECTION FOUR

FACULTY POLICIES

Policies Adopted by the Faculty Board in Regard to Bachelors Degrees No standing will be granted to candidates entering the Bachelor of Law and Administration degree course in 1990.

1. Standing - Graduates

(1) A graduate of this University or of another university. or graduates or diplomates of an approved tertiary institution, may be granted standing in recognition of subjects passed in such university or approved tertiary institution, provided that-

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(a),each subject for which standing is sought should be substantially the same as a subject included in the list of subjects approved for the degree to which the graduate is seeking admission;

(b) such a candidate shall not include in the course for the degree any subject which is substantially equivalent to a subject previously passed and for which standing has not been granted;

(c) standing is not granted in respect of subjects with a combined value exceeding 60 credit points in theBCom or BEe degree course;

(d) such a candidate seeking standing in subjects with a combined value exceeding 48 credit points, must at the time of first enrolling in the degree course have the entire course approved by the Faculty Board acting on the recommendation of the heads of departments concerned. Subsequent variations in this prescribed course will require the approval of the Dean acting on the recommendation of the Heads of the Departments concerned.

(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of 10.), standing may be granted in 24 unspecified credit points in the degree where the subject or subjects passed at the other university or approved tertiary institution do not correspond in content with any subject in the list of subjects approved for the degree.

(3) Standing will not nonnally be granted where the subjects for which standing is sought were completed more than eight years prior to application being made.

2, Standing - Undergraduates

(1) Undergraduates not previously eruolled in thedegreecourse to which admission is being sought.

(a) The Faculty Board may grant standing to an undergraduate of this or another university or of an approved tertiary institution inrecognition of any subject passedinsuchaninstitutiononthefollowingconditions:-

(i) the undergraduate was eligible for admission to this University at the time of admission to that other university or approved tertiary institution, or has achieved a satisfactory record in the equivalent of two years full-time study at that otheruni versit y or approved tertiary institution;

(ii) the subject for which standing is sought shall be substantially the same as a subject included in the list of subjects approved for the degree in which the undergraduate is seeking admission.

(iii) such an undergraduate shall not receive standing

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inrespect of subjects with acombined value exceeding 60 credit points in the degree course, save that in the case of an undergraduate transferring from another degree course in this University, who may be allowed standing for additional subjects if these subjects are common to both degree courses.

(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 2(1 )( a)(ii), an undergraduate ofthis orof another university orof an approved tertiary institution may be granted standing in 24 unspecified credit points in respect of subjects which arenot substantially the sameas subjects included in the list of subjects approved for the degree to which the undergraduate is seeking admission provided that the undergraduate -

(i) complies with Section 2(1)(a)(i), 2(l)(a)(iii);

(ii) has the proposed course approved by the Faculty Board at the time the concession is granted; and

(iii) does not depart from the approved course without the approval of the Dean, acting on the recommendation of the Head of the department concerned.

(c) Standing will not nonnaUy be granted where the subjects for which standing is sought were completed more than eight years prior to application being made.

.(2) Undergraduates who have passed subjects in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Economics degree course in this University and seek to complete the requirements for the degree by undertaking studies at another university or approved tertiary institution.

(a) Applications from such undergraduates who, after the completion of two years of full-time enrolment or four years of part-time enrolment have not maintained a satisfactory rate of progress as determined by the Faculty Board under the Regulations Governing Unsatisfactory Progress, shall not be approved by the Faculty Board except in exceptional circumstances and on the recommendation of the Dean.

(b) The Faculty Board may grant standing to an undergraduate previously enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce ortheBachelorofEconomics degree course in this University in recognition of any subject or subjects passed at another university or approved tertiary institution on the following conditions:-

(i) the subject or subjects passed shall be substantially the same as a subject or subjects included in the list of subjects approved for the degree course in which the candidate is enrolled;

·An undergraduate wishing to obtain tlat. benefit o/these sec/iollS must apply in writing to the Deanfor approval of the proposed course by tilt lost day of the previous stmtster. Tilt students must supply full and completed details of the proposed course including details of the content of inJjvitbuJlsubjects. The Dean will cMSult Heads of Deparlmtnts about individual subjects and prepare a submissionfor the Faculty Board. A course opproved by the Faculty Bowd will be specifIC lVId will be for one academic year only. The Faculty Bowd will determiN the wen' oj standing to be gr(lll/ed in ,he degrtt if Ihe approved course is completed succeufully.lfthe tJPProved course is IIOt comp/ttedwithin 1M academic year specified by lilt Faculty Board, a student wishing to gain standing under these sections must submit a new appliCaiion to the Dean in writing.

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(li) standing shall not be granted in respect of subjects with a combined value exceeding 24 credit points, except that in special circumstances the Dean may approve standing in 12 additional credit points.

(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of2(2)(b )(i), standing may be granted in 12 credit points in the degree where the subject or subjects passed at the other university or approved terti&y institution do not correspond in content with any subject included in the listof subjects approved for the degree.

3. Prerequisites

(1) Advisory Prerequisites

(a) Economics I is an advisory pre- or corequisite for Introductory Quantitative Methods.

(b) Foundations of Law is an advisory prerequisite for Auditing Theory & Method.

(c) LabourEconomics andManagement202areadvisory pre- or corequisites for Industrial Relations ITA.

(d) Employment Law and Management302areadvisory pre- or corequisites for Industrial Relations IlIA.

(e) Introductory Quantitative Methods is an advisory prerequisite for Corporate Accounting and Reporting .

(f) Corporate Financial Regulation and Control is an advisory co-requisite for Corporate Financial Management.

(g) Corporate Accounting and Reporting is an advisory prerequisite for Corporate Financial Management.

(h) Corporate Accounting and Reporting is an advisory co-requisite for Securities Analysis.

(2) Relaxation of prerequisite requirement

The Dean, in the application of Regulation 4 of the Regulations may approve the relaxation of a prerequisite condition where, after consultation with the Head of the Department offering the subject, he is satisfied that a candidate has passed equivalent alternative studies.

4. Progress

In accordance with the Regulations Governing Unsatisfactory Progress (refer Volume I of the University Calendar), the Faculty Board has determined the following policy:-

(1) (a) If acandidate's academic record since admission to the course includes more failures than passes, that candidate will be asked to show cause as to why the candidate should not be excluded from the Faculty.

(b) If.a candidate fails a subject forthe second time that candidate will be asked to show cause why a condition shouldnot be imposed on re-enrolment that the candidate not be permitted to re-eruol in that subject.

(c) If a candidate fails a subject for the third time that candidate will be asked to show cause why the candidate should not be excluded from the Faculty.

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(2) In the case of a student enrolled in a combined degree course who fails a subject counting towards a degree offered by the Faculty of Economics and Commerce, that student will beasked to show cause why arecommendation should not be made to the Admission Committee that that student's enrolment in the combined degree course be terminated (i.e. the student be permitted to continue in one degree only).

S. Course

(1) Enrolment

The Dean in the application of the conditions of Schedules 1 and 2, may approve enrolment of a student in good standing in:

(a) up to 12 additional credit points in the case of a fulltime student seeking to enrol in the final year of the course who will graduate if that candidate passes 60 credit points; or

(b) six additional credit points in the case of apart-time student seeking to enrol in the final year of the course who will graduate if that candidate passes 30 credit points; or

(c) six additional credit points in the case of a part-time student ( otherthan one to whom the preceding paragraph (b) applies) seeking to enrol in a third orlateryear, who has passed 48 credit points in the first two years of enrolment as a part-time student and who has not subsequently failed a subject.

(2) Enrolment in Honours programme

Candidates wishing to enrol in an honours programme should contact the Head of the Department concerned, preferably no later than the following:-

(a) Accounting -the end of the second year of full-time study or fourth year of part-time study.

(b) Econo~cs -the end of the first year of full-time study or third year of part-time study.

(c) Law - the end of the second year of full-time study or fourth year of part-time study.

(3) Compulsory Subjects

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(a) Bachelor of Commerce Introductory Quantitative Methods is not a compulsory subject for students who have successfully completed Mathematics I (or Mathematics 103) and who proceed directly to and pass any two of Applied Decision Analysis, Mathematics for Economists, Advanced Statistical Analysis or Applied Econometrics.

Financial Accounting Fundamentals and Financial ManagementFundamentalsarenotcompulsory subjects for students who have been awarded the Accounting Certificate at Honours or Credit level from the Department of Technical and Further Education.

(b) Bachelor of Economics Introductory QJantitative Methods is not a compulsory subject for students who have successfully complcted Mathematics I (or Mathematics 103) and who proceed

FACULTY POLICIES

directly to and pass any two of Applied Decision Analysis, Mathematics for Economists, Advanced Statistical Analysis or Applied Econometrics.

6. Examinations

(1) Nature and Extent of Examining

The Faculty Board has detennined that the nature and extent of examining in a subject shall be that required by the Department offering the subject.

(2) Special Consideration

The Faculty Board has appointed a committee to consider applications submitted by candidates for special consideration in accordance with Part m of the Examination Regulations. The Committee shall make arecommendation on each application to the relevant Departmental Examinations Committee.

(3) Grading of Results in Subjects

The Faculty Board has determined that the result awarded in a subject shall be one of the following grades of result taken from the list of approved results detennined by the Senate:-

HI Honours Class I

H2A Honours Class II Division I H2B Honours Class II Division II

H3 Honours Class TIl HD High Distinction

D Distinction

C Credit

P Pass

UP Ungraded Pass S Special Examination I Incomplete (where the letter I is followed by a

number signifying a year, the result is expected to be available in Decemberofthe signified year)

W Withdrawn

FF Fail

AF Absent, fail

WF Withdrawn, fail

EF Excluded, fail

IS2 Result available at end of Semester 2

7. Combined Degree Courses

The Faculty Board, Faculty of Economics and Commerce, has approved the following combined degree courses:-

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

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Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering Bachelor of Commerce! Bachelor of Mathematics

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Mathematics

Candidates considering emolmentin the combined degree should consult the Faculty Secretary regarding details of the subjects included in the courses approved by the Faculty Board.

8. Transition Arrangements for the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics Degrees

Details of transition arrangements for implementation from the beginning of the 1982 academic year are set out in the Faculty of Economics and Commerce Handbook 1982. Any enquiries regarding these arrangements should be directed to the Faculty Secretary.

Candidates may not enrol in subjects which are substantially the same as those which they have passed. Full year subjects passed prior to 1989 will count as 12credit points; half-year subjects will count as 6 credit points

Subject Passed

Accounting I

Legal Studies I

Accounting IIA

Accounting 1m

Commercial Electronic Data Processing

Foundations of Finance

Taxation

Equivalent or Substantially the Same

Financial Accounting Fundamentals Financial Management Fundamentals

Foundations of Law Personal Liability Law

Corporate Accounting and Reporting Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Costing Principles and Method Planning, Control and Penonnance

Evaluation

Data Processing Fundamentals Data Processing in Organisations

Securities Analysis Corporate Financial Management

Taxation A Taxation B

Economic History I Economic History A Australian Economic History

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Economic History II

Economic History III

European Economic History Asian Economic History I

Asian Economic History II Asian Economic History m

Money and Banking Monetary Theory Financial Institutions and Policy

Labour Economics Labour Economics A LabourEoonomicsB

Comparative

Economic Systems

Economics and Politics

Economic Statistics II

Comparative Economic Systems A


Political Economics Theory of Public Choice

Applied Decision Analysis Applied Econometrics

Statistical Analysis Mathematics for Economists Advanced Statistical Analysis

Industrial Relations II

Industrial Relations IIA Industrial Relations IIB

Industry Economics Industry Economics A Industry Economics B

Development Problems of Developing CounLries Topics in Economic Development

Administrative Law Administrative Law I

Industrial Law Employment Law

Accounting ilIA Financial Accounting Theory Construction


Accounting IIIB Accounting and Decision Support Systems

Behavioural Implications of Accounting

Auditing Auditing Theory and Method Contemporary Auditing Technology and Issues

Corporate Finance Advanced Issues in Securities Analysis Advanced Issues in Financial Management

International International Economics A Economics

Topics in International Economics


Public Economics Public Finance Public Enterprise Policy

History of Economic Doctrines and Methods A Economic Thought Economic Doctrines and Methods B

Advanced Economic Economics III Analysis

Econometrics I

Industrial Relationsm

Econometrics A Econometrics B

Industrial Relations IIIA Industrial Relations IIIB

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SECfION FOUR

Students will be excluded from:

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Management 301 if they have completed Organisational

Behaviour,

Management 302 if they have completed Theories of Organisation;

Management 311 if they have passed Marketing;

Management201 if they have passed Commercial Electronic Data Processing and Quantitative Business Analysis II;

Management 202 if they have passed Organisational Behaviour and Marketing;

Management 321 and 322 if they have passed Infonnation Systems.

FACULTY POLICIES SECTION FIVE

SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

Guide to Subject Entries Subject Outlines and Reading Usts are set out in a standard format to facilitate easy reference. The policy adopted in this Handbook for interpretation of the various sections is set out below. This may not necessarily be the same policy adopted for other Faculty Handbooks.

(1) Name

The official subject name and computer abbreviation are included in the list of subjects approved by Faculty Board. These must be used when completing any forms regarding enrolment or variation of enrolment.

(2) Credit Points

The credit point value associated with a subject will be shown to the right of the subject name and will be abbreviated to 'cp'.

(3) Prerequisites

Before enrolling in the subject, a student shall have passed the subjects listed as prerequisites. In some cases an advisory prerequisite is stated and although this is not compulsory, it would be adistinct advantage for the student to have passed such a subject. An Advisory prerequisite may be stated in terms of N.S.W. Higher School Certificate subjects. A student who has not fulfilled the prerequisite requirements may, in a limited number of cases on the recommendation of the appropriate Head of Department, be permitted by the Dean to enrol concurrently in the prerequisite subject.

(4) Corequisite

A corequisite is a subject which should be taken concurrently with another subject if not previously passed.

(5) Hours

Fonnal sessions which students should attend. Each lecture is of one hour duration and although thenormallecture requirement is for 2 lecture hours per week. the lectures need not necessarily be held consecutively. Students should read the timetable for details.

(6) Examination

The formal examination requirements are stated, however progressive assessment is used in most cases and students are required to submit essays and exercises. Class tests may also be held during the year. Work completed during the year will be taken into account with astudent' s results at the final examination.

Failure to submit written work may involve exclusion from examinations.

(7) Content

An outline of subject content.

(8) Suggested Preliminary Reading

A list of reading material which should help the student gain a basic understanding of a subject. 'This material should be read before attending the first lecture on the subject.

(9) Texis

Essential books which are recommended for purchase.

(10) References

Students should not restrict their reading to texts. Otherreferences are listed to cover various aspects of the subject. Students may need to read all or part of a reference to gain an appreciation of a particular topic.

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SECfION FIVE

Commerce Subject Descriptions COMMIOI FINANCIALACCOUNTING

FUNDAMENTALS

Lecturer T.B.A.

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite See Note I, page 12

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 2 hours per week

6cp

Examination One3 hour examination and progressive assessment

Content

Analysis of the accounting function within the business environment. The development of a conceptual framework of accounting with respect to the preparation of conventional financial reports. Examination of the predominant forms of business organisation (sole traders, partnerships and companies), the relative advantages and disadvantages of each form of business organisation and the primary conventional accounting methods applied to record the fmancial consequences of business

operations.

Texts and References

A current text and reference guide will be provided at the commencement of the semester.

COMMI02 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS

Offered Semester 2

Lecturer T .B.A.

Prerequisite Financial Accounting Fundamentals

Hours Lecture 2 hours per week Tutorials 2 hours per week

6cp


Content

Develop~ent of basic management accounting techniques to provide data primarily for internal financial assessments by management, including: allocation of overheads, product costing, budgeting, cost~volume~profit analysis, differential analysis and various capital investment models. Introduction to the Australian capital market, and analysis and interpretation of financial statements. These are developed in relation to the operating, investment and financing decisions of a business entity.


Chambers, R.I. Financial Management 4th Edition (Law Book Company

Limited 1986)

Davidson, S., Maher, M.W. et al. Managerial Accounting: An Introduction to Concepts, Methods, and Uses, 3rd edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich

1988)

Gole, V.L. Fundamentals in Financial Management in Australia 3rd edn (Butterworths 1981 [reprinted 1984])

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COMMERCE SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS


COMM201 CORPORATE ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING

Lecturer Patricia Stanton

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite Financial Management Fundamentals

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 2 hours per week

6cp

Examination One 3 hourexamination and progressive assessment

Content

AccolUlting for oorporateentities, mechanisms and general method of preparing articulated financial records for corporations' capital and trading activities, leading to the preparation of interim and annual fmancial statements, and prospectuses, as required under the provisions ofthe Companies Code and listing requirements of the Australian Stock Exchange.

Form and content of pUblished financial statements so as to conform with the provisions of the Companies Code, listing requirements of Ute Australian Stock Exchange, Approved Accounting Standards, and standards issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australiaand the AustralianSociety of

Accountants.

The mechanics, form and content, and evaluation of consolidated

financial statements.

Australian and International Accounting Standards - intensive enquiry into proposed accounting mechanisms for accounting for

taxation,leases, etc.



COMM202 CORPORATE FINANCIAL 6cp REGULATION AND CONTROL

Offered Semester 2

Lecturer Patricia Stanton


Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 2 hours each three weeks.


Content

Study of national and international accounting standards. MechaniCS of, and instruments for, effecting the regulation of corporate financial inf ormation. The development of ideas on the objectives of corporate accounting within aconceptualframework. International accounting harmonization.

Analysis of the forces underlying the regulatory mechanisms and their impact on the structure and content of Australian corporate financial reporting and examination of the characteristics of the alternative proposals for the restructuring of accounting.

SHCfroN FIVE

Texis and References


COMM203 COSTING PRINCIPLES AND 6cp METHOD

Lecturer Wolodymyr Motyka

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisites Financial Management Fundamentals and Introductory Quantitative Methods

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 1 hour per week with fortnightly Computer Based Workshops


Content

The theory and application of conventional costing principles. Cost concepts, classification and estimation; methods of forecasting costs~ product costing methods and issues in job costing, process costing,joint and by~product costing; allocation of costs; application of standard costing theory to accounting for manufacturing costs (materials, labour and overltead) and non~ manufacturing costs; compilation of budgets. Selected applications of the above, undertaken with the aid of computer spreadsheet software.


Moriarty, S. & Allen, c.P. Cost Accounting, 2nd Edition (Harper & Row 1987) VP-Planner (with diskette) (Merrill PubliShing 1987)


COMM204 PLANNING, CONTROL AND 6cp PERFORMANCE EV ALUA TION

Lecturer Wolodymyr Motyka

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Costing Principles and Method

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 1 hour per week with Computer Based Workshops

Examination One3 hour examination and progrcssiveassessment

Content

Performance measurement and analysis for planning and control purposes (budget variance analysis for cost andrevenuecentres), some behavioural aspects of accounting information; performance measurement for seIVice producing entities; extended applications of cost~volume-profit analysis; principles and applications of ~st -benefit analysis; accounting issues in transfer pricing, capital mvestment analysis; inventory cost control models; PERT/cost planning model; accounting applications of linear programming. Selected applications of the above, undertaken with the aid of computer spreadsheet software.



Emmanuel, C. & Otley, D. Accounting for Management ConJroI (Van Nostrand Reinhold 1986)

VP-PJanner (with diskette) (Merrill Publishing 1987)


COMM205 DATA PROCESSING FUNDAMENTALS

Lecturer Richard Dear

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite Introductory Quantitative Methods

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials 1 hour per week

6cp

Examination One2hourexaminationandprogressiveassessment

Content

A brief history of computers and automatic data processing; the nature of data processing; small business computers; microcomputer hardware; microcomputer software; choosing a programming language; structured programming techniques; flowcharting; decision tables; file concepts, classification, organisation and processing; computer run types; introduction to dBASEllI.


Fuori, W.M. & Aufiero, L.J. Computers & I njonnaJionProcessmg (Prentice-Hall1986)


COMM206 DATA PROCESSING IN ORGANISATIONS

Lecturer Richard Dear

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Data Processing Fundamentals

Hours Lectures: 2 hours per week

6cp

Examination One 3 hour examination and progressive assessment

ConJent

Extensions of the application of DBASE ill; DBMS on microcomputers; word processing; advanced spreadsheet techniques; office automation; the evaluation and selection of computerinformation systems; system security and audit control; computer crime; impact of computers on society.

Text and References

Fuoti, W.M. & Aufiero. L.J. Computers& InjormationProcessing (Prentice-HaU 1986)


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COMM207 SECURITIES ANALYSIS

Ucturer David McKee

Offered Semester 1

6cp

Prerequisites FinancialManagementFundamentals,Introductory Quantitative Methods and Economics I

Advisory Prerequisite Corporate Accounting and Reporting

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week Tutorials2 hours per fortnight

Exmnination One 3 hour examination and progressive assessment

Content

An examination of investment alternatives and securities markets; the development of related theories and infonnation which can be used as a basis for optimal investment decisions. The following issues will be examined: investment goals; basic financial mathematics; valuation of securities; portfolio theory and the capital asset pricing model; type and suitability of information available to investors; behaviour of stock prices, including technical analysis, the efficient market hypothesis; random walk models, insider trading; introduction to option pricing theory.



COMM208 CORPORATE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisites Securities Analysis

6cp

Advisory Prerequisites Corporate Accounting and Reporting

Advisory C orequisite Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Hours Lectures 2 hours per week

Tutorials2 hours per fortnight


Content

A critical appraisal of financial issues within the firm such as: establishing objectives and functions of the finance manager, financial planning and control; principles of capital investments; risk analyses and project evaluation; capital structures and cost of capital; working capital management; sources of fmance; takeovers and mergers; some aspects of international financing.


Peirson, G., Bird, R., et al Busimss Finance, 5th edn (McGraw-Hill 1986) Van Home, V., Nicol. R, et al

Financial Management and Policy in Australia, 2nd edn (Prentice-Hall 1985)


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COMMERCE SUBJECf DESCRIPTIONS

COMM209 TAXATION A

Lecturer IG Wallschutzky

Offered Semester 1



Tutorials 1 hour per week

6cp


Content

Income tax law and practice; Income Tax Assessment Act; overview of State and Commonwealth taxes; origins of income tax in Australia; Commonwealth power to levy income tax; calculation of taxable income and tax payable for individuals; assessable income; allowable deductions; capital gains and losses; retirement payments; repairs; depreciation; stock; exempt income; rebates of tax:; fringe benefits tax.


Wallschutzky, I.G., Colditz, B.T., & Braye. E.M. Australian Income Tax Questions, 4th edn (Butterworths

1988)

Wallschutzky, I.G. Australian Income Tax Law, 2nd edn (Jacaranda Wiley

1988)

C.C.H. Australian Income Tax Legislation, Latest edn

or

Butterworths Income Tax Legislation Handbook, Latest edn

Fringe Bemfits Tax Assessment Act and Tax Act 1986


COMM301 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING THEORY CONSTRUCTION

Lecturer Russell Craig

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Hours Seminars: 2 hours per week

6cp


Content

Approaches to the formulation of an accounting theory: features, similarities and conflicts between traditional, regulatory, events. behavioural, human infonnation processing, predictive and positive theory. A conceptualframeworkforfinancial accounting and reporting; the structure of an accounting theory.


Belkaoui, A. Accounting Theory, 2nd edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich

1985)

Bloom. R. & Elgers, P.T. (eds) Accounting TMory and Policy, 2nd edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1987)

SECfION FIVE

A reading list based on articles from relevant journals will be provided at the commencement of the semester.

COMM302 RECONSTRUCTION OF ACCOUNTING

Lecturer Professor Frank Oarke

Offered Semester 2


Hours LectureslSeminars: 2 hours per week

6cp


Content

Relative roles of positive and normative theory in the context of accounting reform and policy implementation. Conditions precedent for the development of normative propositions in accounting. Examination of fundamental notions of money, purchasing power, prices, price levels and price structures, as established in the economics literature on monetary theory and price theory, and their consequences for financial calculation, monetary measurement and evaluation. Analysis of the different notions of capital, wealth and income, and evaluation of the serviceability of each in the production of data indicative of the fmancial position and changesin the financial position of business entities. Adaptive and non-adaptive corporations. Evaluation of altemativedatain decision-making settings and audit with respect to adaptive and non-adaptive corporations.

Examination of the development of ideas underlying alternative proposals to incorporate price and/or price level changes in accounting.


Chambers, R.J. Accounting,EvaluationandEconomicBehavior(Prentice HaIl 1966)

Chambers, R.J. Price Variation and Inflation Accounting (McGraw Hill 1980) .

Clarke, F.L. The Tangled Web of Price Variation Accounting (Garland 1982)


COMM303 ACCOUNTING AND DECISION 6cp SUPPORT SYSTEMS

Lecturer Brian Gibson

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite Planning, Control and Perfonnance Evaluation

Hours Lectures/Seminars: 2 hours per week

Examination One3 hourexamination and progressive assessment

Content

Examination of the use of accountinginfonnation in conjunction with various decision support models and techniques. A critical eValuation of the effects of relaxing assumptions in the


deterministic models previous} y considered, and the implications of heightened uncertainty and complexity on their relevance in decision-making.



A reading list based on articles from relevant journals will also be provided.

COMM304 BEHAVIOURAL IMPLICATIONS 6cp OF ACCOUNTING

Lecturer Jennifer Rt>mcke-Jones

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Planning, Control and Perfonnance Evaluation



Content

Selected conceptual and theoretical issues in management accounting. A study of the behavioural issues associated with various organisational structures, and the use of accounting infonnation in goal setting, motivation and perfonnance evaluation. Topics covered will include: contingency theory; need hierarchy theory; decision style theory; agency theory and the cognitive dissonance model.




COMM30S AUDITING THEORY AND METHOD 6cp

Lectur!!r Jim Psaros

Offered Semester 1

Prerequisite or Co-requisite Corporate Accounting and Reporting



Examination One3 hour examination and progressiveassessment

Content

The major conceptual and technical aspects of auditing. Topics covered will include: the nature and history of auditing. statutory audit requirements; legal responsibilities of the auditor, auditing standards and statements; professional ethics; internal control; internal auditing; auditevi dence; audit planning and management; audit reports; verification techniques; aspects of computer auditing.




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COMM306 CONTEMPORARY AUDITING TECHNOLOGY AND ISSUES

Lecturer Jim Psaros

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Auditing Theory and Method



6cp


Content

Development of the conceptual frameworkintroduced in Auditing Theory and Practice; examination of specialised audit skills and technological developments; analysis of the impact of extant audit practices in selected instances of accounting manipulation and fraud; and analysis of contemporary issues and problems in auditing theory and practice.

Topics covered will include: computer auditing; statistical sampling; audit committees; statistical techniques for analytical review; auditing in the public sector; audit reports: types and implications; comparative international auditing; the auditor and fraud, cases in corporate fraud and failures; distress prediction; the audit "expectation gap".




COMM307 TAXATION B

Lecturer IG Wallschutzky

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Taxation A

Hours Lectures 2 ho,urs per week

Tutoria,ls 1 hour per week

6cp

Examination One3hourexaminationandprogressiveassessment

Content

Collection and recovery of tax; penalties; prescribed payments; provisional tax; tax agents; prior years' losses carried forward; partnerships; trusts; companies and imputation; assignment of income; primary producers; tax avoidance; foreign tax credits; objections and appea1s; international agreements; withholding tax.


WallschutzkY,I.G., Colditz, B.T., & Braye, E.M. Australian Income Tax Questions, 4th edn (Butterworths 1988)

Wallschutzky,I.G. Australian Income Tax Law, 2nd edn (Jacaranda Wiley 1988)

C.C.H. Australian Income Tax Legislation, Latest edn

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or

Butterworths Income Tax Legislation Handbook, latest edn


COMM308 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN 6cp FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (a special topic option)

Lecturer To be advised

Offered To be advised

Prerequisite Financial Accounting Theory Construction or Reconstruction of Accounting


Examination One3 hourexamination and progressive assessment

Con!ent

Selected contemporary issues in financial accounting, especially those arising from contemporary national and international developments in the regulatory and conceptual frameworks for accounting and fmancial reporting.


No text is prescribed.


COMM309 CORPORATE FINANCIAL INFORMATION ANALYSIS (a special topic option)



6cp

Prerequisites Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Securities Analysis

Hours Lectures/Seminars 2 hours per week

Examination Progressive assessment

Con!en!

Analysis and critical evaluation of theories and methods used to appraise and predict corporate financial penonnance. Topics covered include: the validity and usefulness of accounting numbers, industry and economic statistics and stock market data; an evaluation of the theoretical constructs employed in associated empirical research; the resulting implications for investment dccisions, and the measurement and presentation of accounting infonnation.


Foster, G. Financial Statement Analysis, 2nd edn (Prentice Hall 1986)


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A reading list based on articles from relevant journals will also be

provided.

COMM310 ACCOUNTING, ORGANISATIONS 6cp AND SOCIETY (a special topic option)




Advisory Prerequisite Financial Accounting Theory Construction or Reconstruction of Accounting

Hours Seminars: 2 seminar hours per week

Examination One 3 hourexarninalion and progressive assessment

Content

The ·role and significance of accounting in society. Social responsibility accounting, employee reporting and the role of accounting in industrial relations. International, public sector and small business issues in accounting.


No text is prescribed.


COMM311 ACCOUNTING AND SMALL 6cp ENTERPRISE (a special topic option)



Prerequisites Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Advisory Prerequisite Planning, Control and Penonnance Evaluation and Corporate Financial Management


Examination One3 hour examination and pro~siveassessment

Content

Analysis of accounting concepts and procedures inan environment of small privately held enterprises. Small enterprise in the Australian economy; characteristics of small enterprises affecting the use of accounting information; financial reporting considerations (government users, owners as users, creditors and lenders as users, applicability of accounting principles, applicability of accounting standards, the case for differential reporting requirements); management reporting considerations (financial infonnation needs, decision making s1 yles, non-financial infonnation needs, key decision areas); managerial decision considerations (recording and supplying information, costing, position analysis, working capital control, pricing, planning, fmance and investment decisions).


Meredith, G. Financio.l Management of the Small Enterprise (McGrawHiII 1986)




COMM312 INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING 6cp AND FINANCE (a special topic option)



Prerequisites Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Corporate Financial Management


Examination One3 hour examination and progressiveassessment

Content

An examination of the multinational finn, the international monetary system and international financial management under exchange risk. Topics covered will include: the foreign exchange market and forecasting foreign exchange rates; measuring and managing foreign exchange exposure; the cost of capital, financial structure and multinational capital budgeting; positioning of funds and current asset management; political risk management; accounting for foreign operations and transactions.


Choi, F.D., & Mueller, G.G. International Accounting (Prentice Hall 1984)

Eiteman, D.K., Stonehill, A.I. MultinationaIBusinessFinance,4thedn(Addison-Wesley 1987)



COMM313 ADVANCED ISSUES IN SECURITIES ANALYSIS (a special topic option)



6cp

Prerequisites Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Securities Analysis


Examination One 3 hour examination

Con!ent

Advanced issues in investment analysis and portfolio selection. Topics will include: measuring returns; derivation of optimal bond portfolios; the construction and use of stock exchange indices; the theory of intertemporal choice; utility theory; state preference theory; extensions of the capital asset pricing model; arbitrage pricing theory and option pricing theory.


Elton, E. & Gruber, M. Modern Portfolio Theory and Investment Analysis (Wiley 1987)

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COMM314 ADVANCED ISSUES IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (a special topic option)



6cp

Prerequisites Corporate Accounting and Reporting and Corporate Financial Management

Hours Leclures/ Seminars: 2 hours per week


Content

Advanced aspects of corporalefinancial management and strategic planning. A critical evaluation of classical investment theory. Topics covered will include: an evaluation of the mainstream research on corporate resource allocation and the extant theory of capital budgeting; and analysis of surveys on capital budgeting practices; strategic issues in capital budgeting; the control dimension of capital budgeting; corporate financial planning models; modelling the individual project.


Copeland, T.R & Weston, F.J. FinanciaITheoryandCorporatePolicy,3rdedn(Addison~

Wesley 1988)

Derkinderin, F.G. & Crum, RL. (eds) Readings in Strategy for Corporate Investment (Pitman 1981)



COMM315 TAXATION C (a special topic option) 6cp


Prerequisite Taxation B (or Taxation prior to 1989)


Examination One 3 hour examination

Content

Resum60f developments and legislative changes during previous year; capital gains tax; negative gearing; fringe benefit tax; imputation and foreign tax credits; general principles of tax planning; objection and appeal procedures; discovery of information; penalties and prosecutions, collection of tax; superannuation; yearend tax planning; trusts, Tupicoff,IT2121; practice companies; assignment of income; selected problems with partnerships & companies; problems in buying and selling a business; tax avoidance and evasion; recent developments including those in the previous budget and/or mini -budget, recent cases and new legislation.

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COMM401/402 ACCOUNTING IV

Note:

24cp

This subject is taken in Year W of the full-time Iwnours tkgree in Accounting (or equivalent part-time stages.) Full-tirM applicatns slwuld enrol in COMM401 and COMM402. Part-time candidates slwuld enrol in COMM401 in their first year and COMM402 in their second year.

Prerequisites See The Honours Degree - Accounting, page 8

Hours 6-8 hours per week

Examination Not less than tluee 3 hour papers

Content

(I) Analytical studies and supervised independent research in advanced financial and management accounting with emphasis on contemporary accounting theory and problems; e.g., Financial Accounting Theory Construction, and Reconstruction of Accounting; Accounting and Decision Support Systems, and Behavioural Implications of Accounting (whichever not taken previously), contemporary accounting thought, seminar in research methodology, history of accounting thought.

(2) Research Essay.

Note:

The Research Essay (one copy only) slwuld normally be submitted by the first day of the third term of the final year.

References

Articles in accounting and other periodicals, excerpts from a wide range of monographs including -

Abdel-Khalik, A. & Ajinkya, B. Empirical Research in Accounting: A Metlwdological Viewpoint (AAA)

Ball, R. et al Share Markets and Port/olio Theory (Q.U.P. 1980)

Chatfield, M. A History of Accounting Tlwught (Dryden 1974)

Dyckman, T.R. et al. Efficient Capital Markets and Accounting; A Critical Analysis (Prentice~Hall1975)

Mueller, G.G. International Accounting (Macmillan 1967)

SECfION FIVE

COMM403 ACCOUNTING RESEARCH SEMINAR

6cp

(Additional work required for honours degree in Accounting.)

Note: This subject is taken in Year III of the full-time Iwnours degree in Accounting (or equivalent part~time stages.) See requirement 3, page 7.

Prerequisites Nil

Hours 2 seminar hours per week during 1st Semester

Examination Assessment of research essay

Content

, Students will be required to attend a series of lectures on research methodology, to attend prescribed staff seminars and to complete a minorresearch project/essay under the supervision of a member of staff.

Text

Anderson, J., Durston, B.H. & Poole, M. Thesis and Assignment Writing (Wiley 1970)

References

Moser, C. & Kalton, G. Survey Metlwds inSociaJ Investigations (Heinneman 1971)

Katzer, J. Cook, K.H. & Crouch, W.W. Evaluating Information (Addison-Wesley 1982)

ECONOMICS SUBJEcr DESCRIPTIONS

Economics Subject Descriptions ECONlOO ECONOMICS 1

Lecturer B. Hughes

Prerequisites Nil

12cp

Hours 3 lecture hours per week, weekly tutorials and fortnightly workshops

Examination Two 1 hour quizzes plus one 2~hour examination each semester

Content

The course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of economics. While emphasis through the course is on the theoretical underpinnings of economics the concepts afford significant insights into contemporary problems. The theoretical concepts developed will be used to address contemporary issues and problems.

The first semester will examine the principles of Microeconomics and their applications. Microeconomics is concerned with the rules of rationality for decisions made by individuals who wish to maximise their wellbeing, and the impact these decisions have upon the allocation of resources throughout an economy or society. Emphasis will be placed on contrasting theoretical conclusions with rea1~world praxis.

The second semester is concerned with Macroeconomics. It will involve a study of the relationship between aggregates such as consumption, investment, employment, exchange rates, inflation and growth. Basic theoretical analysis will be used to explain policy alternatives and some of the problems involved in making appropriate policy decisions. Thecoursewillinclude adiscussion of areas of theoretical controversy and provide some explanation as to why economists can advocate incompatible "solutions" to the same problem.

Texts

Baumol, W.J., Blinder, A.S. et al Economics: Principles and Policy: Australian edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1988)

References To be advised

ECONI02 ECONOMIC HISTORY A

Lecturer J .R. Fisher

Hours 2 lecture hours and I tutorial per week

6cp

Examination End of semester examination and progressive assessment

Content

This course looks at the background to modem Australian economic development. Using simple concepts and theory, it examines:

(a) economic growth in prehistoric Australia 5000~200 BP (Before the Present).

(b) the background to, origins and economic development of the white settlement in New South Wales 1788-1860 A.D.

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SECfION FIVE

Recommended Reading and Texts

Blainey. G. Triumph oflhe Nomads 2nd edn (Macmillan 1982)

Dingle, T. Aboriginal Economy (penguin 1988)

Blainey. G. A Land Half Won (Sun Books 1983)

References

Rood,I. Archo.eology of the Dreamtime (Collins 1983)

Buttin, N. Our Original Aggression (Allen & Unwin 1983)

Retcher, B.H. LandedEnterprise andPenalSociety (Sydney U.P. 1976)

ECONI03 AUSTRALIAN ECONOMIC HISTORY


Advisory Corequisite Economics I (ECON101)

Hours 2 lecture hours and one tutorial per week

6cp

Examination End of semester examination and progressive assessment

Content

This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of how the Australian economy has evolved over the past century. A particular focus is on the relatively poor performance of Australia as compated to most other affluent economies in this period.

Texts

Boehm,E.A. Twentieth Century Economic Development in Australia. 2nd edn (Longman Cheshire 1979)

Lougheed, A.L. Australia and the World Economy (McPhee Gribble! Penguin 1988)

References

Sinclair, W.A. The Process of Economic Development in Australia (Cheshire 1976)

Bullin, N.G. Investment in Australian Economic Developmen! 1861-1900 (Cambridge U.P. 1964)

Schedvin, C.B. Australia and the Great Depression, A Study of Economic Development and Policy in the 1920sand 1930s (Sydney U.P.1970)

Maddock, R. & McLean,l.W. (eds)

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The Australian Economy in the Long Run (Cambridge 1987)

ECONOMICS SUBIECf DESCRIPTIONS

ECONI04 INTRODUCTORY QUANTITATIVE 12cp METHODS

Lecturers J. Doeleman, M. Gordon, G. Keating

Refer to Page 5 re: Mathematics advisory pre-requisite

Prerequisites Nil

Hours 2 hour lecture and 2 hour laboratory session per week

Examination One final 3 hour paper and progressive assessment

COn!en!

This course is aimed at giving students a grounding in quantitative methods used in economics, commerce and management and is a prerequisite for otherq uantitative and computing subjects in the Faculty. Thecoursecovers threebroad areas: computing, business statistics (approximately one semester) and mathematical techniques.

Computing: students have access to the Faculty's microcomputer facilities and are taught the use of spreadsheet and statistical software.

Business statistics: Topics covered include descriptive statistics, probability theory, introductory sampling and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear correlation and regression analysis, time series analysis and index numbers. Students are expected to use the statistical packages on the micro~ computers of the Faculty.

Mathematical techniques: Topics covered include the use of functions in economics, calCUlus and matrices in economics and Mathematics of Finance.

Prescribed Texts To be advised

Recommended Texts

Bowen, E.K. & Starr, M.K. Basic Statistics for Business and Economics (McGrawHill,1983)

Dowling, E.T. Mathematicsfor &onomisls (McGraw Hill 1980)

References

Hamburg,M. Basic Statistics: A Modern Approach (Harcourt, Brace Jovanovich1985)

James, D.E. & Throsby, C.D. IntroductiontoQuantitativeMethodsinEconomics(Wiley 1973)

Ingalsbe, L. Business Applications Software for the IBM PC (Menill 1987)

Kenkel, J.L. Introductory Statistics to Management and Economics (PWS Publishers 1984)

Leonard, D. Mathematical Methods in Accountancy, Economics and Finance (Prentice-Hall 1980)

Pollard, AH. Anlntroductionto the MathematicsojFinance (pergamon 1968)

SECTION FIVE

ECON201 ECONOMICS II

Prerequisites Economics I (ECON101)

Hours 3 lecture hours and 1 tutorial hour per week

Examination Two 3 hour papers

Content

(i) Microeconomics:

Lecturers P.R Anderson, S.R. Shenoy

12cp

This section covers some specialised topics not covered in Economics 1. The following subjects areamongst those considered: Theories of production and consumption, Paretian optimality conditions, market failure, special aspects of imperfect competition and microeconomic aspects of distribution theory.

(ii) Macroeconomics:

Lecturers A. Oakley

The principal part of the course deals with the determination of the level of economic activity in the macroeconomy. This work stresses the interdependent nature of economic activity, the linkages between the major macroeconomic markets, and the implications of these linkages and interdependencies for the effective operation of macroeconomic policy.

Models which seek to explain the detennination of aggregate economic activity are developed. The role of the Government in influencing aggregate demand for goods in the economy is examined together with the implications of alternative theories of consumption and investment expenditures. Analysis of the determinants of the supply and demand for money provides an understanding of the linkages between the real and financial sectors of the economy. Alternative theories of inflation are examined and the influence of external factors on the domestic economy considered.

The models of macroeconomic activity provide a foundation for the discussion of macroeconomic policy. Beginning with the theory of macroeconomic policy, the nature of the instruments! targets problem is discussed. In the context of the 'Keynesian'! 'Monetarist' controversy, the need for discretionary policy is examined. The effectiveness of fiscal, monetary and incomes policies in the Australian institutional environment is considered with specificreference made to the Balance of Payments constraint and exchange rate policy.

Texts

Gordon, R.J. Macroeconomics 4th edn (little Brown & Co., Boston, 1987)

Tisdell, C.A. Microeconomics o/Markets (Wiley, Brisbane, 1982)

Rejerences

(i) Microeconomics:

George, K. & Shorey, J. The Allocation oj Resources (Allen & Unwin, London, 1978)

Hartley. K. & Tisdell, C. Micro-Economic Policy (Wiley, Chichester, 1981)

ECONOMICS SUBJECf DESCRIPTIONS

Hibdon, J. Price and Welfare Theory (McGraw-Hill, New York, 1976)

Hirshleifer, J. Price Theory and Applications 3rd edn (Prentice~Ha1l 1984)

Mansfield, E. Microeconomics (Norton, New York, 1979)

ROWley, C.K. & Peacock, A. Welfare Economics (Robertson, Oxford, 1975)

A list of further references will be distributed in class.

(ii) Macroeconomics:

Maxwell, P. Macroeconomics, (Harper & Row, 1987)

iNDECS State of Play 5 (Allen & Unwin. 1988)

ECON202/ EUROPEAN ECONOMIC HISTORY 6cp ECON302


Prerequisites For ECON202 Australian Economic History (ECON\03) or Economics I (ECON10l)

Prerequisites For ECON302 12 credit points from Group B Economic History

Hours 2 lecture hours per week and a fortnightly tutorial

Examination end of semester

Conten!

The background to and the process of economic growth and industrialisation in eighteenth and nineteenth century Europe. Major case studies will include Great Britain, France, Gennany and Russia

Texts

Crafts, N.F.R. The British Economy in the Industrial Revolution (Oxford 1985)

References

Cipolla, C.M.(ed) F ontanaEconomic History of Europe Vols III & W (1973)

Milward, A. & Saul, S.B. The Economic Development of Continental Europe 1780· 1870 (Allen & Unwin 1973)

Milward, A. & Saul, S.B. The Development of the Economies o/Continental Europe 1850·1914 (Allen & Unwin 1977)

ECON203! ASIAN ECONOMIC HISTORY I 6cp ECON303 (Not offered in 1990)

Lecturer H. Dick

Prerequisites Economic History A (ECON102) or Australian Economic History (ECONI03) or Economics I (ECON101)

Hours 2 hours per week

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Examination End of semester

Content

Economic History of Indonesia

The economic history of Indonesia from the prosperous sixteenth century to the current New Order. Topics are trade and urbanisation, village economy and agriculture, taxation and welfare and entrepreneurship and the state.

References

Legge, J.D. Indonesia (Prentice-Hall 1980)

Booth,A. Agricultural Development in Indonesia (Allen & Unwin

1988)

Elson, R. JavanesePeasantsandtheColo,ualSugarlndustry(Oxford U.P.1984)

Reid, A. Southeast Asia in the Age of Commerce 1450-1680 (Yale

U.P.1988)

Robison, R. Indonesia: The Rise of Capital (Allen & Unwin 1986)

ECON2041 ASIAN ECONOMIC HISTORY II 6cp ECON304

Lecturer H. Dick

Prerequisites For ECON204 Economic History A (ECONI02) or Australian Economic History (ECONI03) or Economics I (ECON101)


Hours 2 houI'S per week

Examination End of semester

Contem

Japanese Economic History

The economic development of Japan from circa 1600 to the postwarera. Majortopics are the Tokugawaheritage, the economic transfonnation since 1868 and government and business in

modern Japan.

References

Allen, G.C. A Short Economic History of Modern Japan 4th edn. (Allen & Unwin 1981)

Jansen, M. & Rozman, G. Japan in Transition: From Tokugawa to Meiji (Princeton

U.P.1986)

Lockwood, W.w. The Economic Development of Japan (Princeton U.P.

1970)

Ohkawa, K. & Rosovsky, H. Japanese Economic Growth (Stanford D.P. 1973)

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Smith, T.e. The Agrarian Origins of Modern Japan (Stanford D,P.

1959)

ECON20SI ASIAN ECONOMIC HISTORY III 6cp ECON30S

Lecturers H. Dick or S. Shenoy

Prerequisites For ECON205 Economic History A (ECONI02) or Australian Economic History (ECON103) or Economics I (ECON101)



Examination Fnd of semester

ConJent

Modern Chinese Economic History

A survey of the economic history of China since the Ming Dynasty. Major topics are urbanisation and the spread of the market economy, mobilisation of economic surplus, and

entrepreneurship and the state.

References

Elvin, M. The Pat/ern of the Chinese Past (Methuen, 1973)

Fairbank, J.K. and Liu, K.C. (eds) TIwCambridgeHistoryofChina Vol 11 (Cambridge V.P.

1980)

Myers, R.H. TIw Chinese Economy, Past and Present (Wadsworth 1980)

Willmott, W.E. (ed)

India

Economic Organisation in Chinese Society (Stanford V.P.

1972)

Economic growth from the sixteenth to the twentieth centuries, emphasising thedevelopment of specialisation and market change.

References

Chaudhuri, K.N. & Dewey, C.J. (eds) Economy and Society: Essays in Indian Economic and Social History (New Delhi: Oxford D.P. 1979)

Furber, H. Rival Empires of Trade in the Orienl (Minneapolis U.P.

1976)

Habib, !. The Agrarian System of Mughallndia (Asia Publishing

House 1963)

Kumar, D. (ed) The Cambridge Economic History of India, 2 Vols. (Cambridge U.P. 1981, 1983)

SECTION FIVE

ECON206 LABOUR ECONOMICS A

Lecturer B.L.l Gonion

Prerequisite Economics I (ECONI0l)

6cp

Hours 2 lecture houI'S per week for one semester

Examination One 2 hour paper, plus progressive assessment

ConJenl

The purpose of this course is to offer an introduction to the multifaceted perspectives of the Economics of labour markets, wage detennination, and public policy on labourissues. Topics include: analysis of the demand for, and supply oflabour services; human capital theoty. dual labour market and radical theories; wage detennination theories; the detennination of wage differentials; and, the wage fixation system in Australia

Texis

Sapsfoni, D. Labour Market Economics (Allen & Unwin 1981)

Gunderson, M. Labour MarkEL Economics (McGraw-Hill 1980)

Marshall, F.R. et aI Labour Economics 4th eOO (Irwin 1984)

Hamennesh, D.S. & Rees, A. The Economics of Work and Pay 3rd eOO (Harper & Row 1984)

References

Noms, K. TIw Economics of Australian Labour Markets 2nd eOO (Longman Cheshire 1989)

Whitfield, K. The Australian Labour Market (Harper & Row 1987)

McConnell, C.R. (ed) Perspectives on WageDeterminalion (McGraw-Hill 1970)

ECON207 LABOUR ECONOMICS B


Prerequisite Labour Economics A (ECON206)

6cp

Hours 2 lecture houI'S per week for one semester

Examination One 2-hour paper plus progressive assessment

ContenJ

The contents of the course represent an extension of those in Labour Economics A, plus the introduction of further analytical perspectives. Topics include: theories of wage bargaining; distribution theory; search theory; employment and unemployment; manpower planning; wages and inflation; and, wages policy,

Texts as for Labour Economics A

References

Norris, K. The Economics of Australian Labour Markets 2nd edn (Longman Cheshire 1989)

Whitfield, K. The Australian Labour MarkEt (Harper & Row 1987)

ECONOMICS SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

Chapman, B.J. et aI AustralianLabour Economics: Readings (Macmillan 1970)

ECON208 COMPARATIVE ECONOMIC SYSTEMS A

Lecturer le. de Castro Lopo

Prerequisites Economics I (ECONI0l)

Hours 2 lecture houI'S per week

Examination Examination and progressive assessment

ConJent

6cp

This course aims at providing a FIRM basis for systemic description, classification and analysis. Inter -system comparisons are undertaken, both from a theoretical and empirical perspective, with particular emphasis on market economies, eg, the United States, France, Japan, Sweden and West Gennany.

Texts

Kohler, H. Comparative Economic Systems (Scott Foresman)

References

Bomstein, M. (ed) Comparative Economic Systems: Models and Cases 5th edn (R.D Irwin)

Holesovsky, L. Economic Systems: Analysisand Comparison (McGrawsM

Hill)

ECON209 COMPARATIVE MODELS AND CASES

Lecturer J.C. de Castro Lopo

Prerequisites Economics I (ECONlOl)

Hours 2 lecture houI'S per week

Examination Examination and progressive assessment.

ContenJ

6cp

Systemic deScription, classification and analysis as well as intersystemic comparisons are undertaken, with particular reference to socialist economies - both the centralised and decentralised varieties.

Case study material will include the USSR, China, Hungary and Yugoslavia, with an emphasis on the various reformist initiatives which have taken place over the last two decades.

Text

Kohler, H. ComparativeEconomic Systems (Scott Foresman)

References

Bomstein, M. (ed) Comparative Economic Systems: Models and Cases 5th edn (Irwin)

Holesovsky, L. Economic Systems: Analysis and Comparison (McGraw Hill)

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SECfION FIVE

ECON210 POLITICAL ECONOMICS (Not offered in 1990)

Lecturer J .A. Doeleman

Prerequisites Economics I (ECONI01)

Hours 21ecture hours per week

6cp

Examination One 2 hour paper and progressive assessment

Content

The course considers anumber of political issues and themes that have substantive economic content. The approach taken is inductive rather than deductive. Emphasis is placed on the appreciation of political divisions and the multiplicity of meaningful economic policies. Furthennore, emphasis is placed on an understanding of the limitations of economic and political control in society. The course addresses the divisions bet ween the capitalist (market), institutionalist and Marxist view of society. Other topics concern unemployment and economic depression; international monetary arrangements; the so called industrialmilitary complex; transnational corporations; income distribution within Australia as well as between rich and poor countries.

References

Boulding, K. Conjlictand Defense (Harper 1962)

Brandt, W. (Chainnan) North-South: A Programmefor Survival (Pan Books 1983)

Cohen, B.J. The Question of Imperialism (Macmillan 1973)

Crough, B. & Wheelwright, T. Australia and World Capitalism (Penguin 1980)

Freeman, C. & Jaboda, M. (eds) World Futures (Martin Robertson 1978)

Frey, B.A. Democratic Economic Policy (Oxford 1983)

Nelson, R.R. & Winter, S.G. An Evolutionary Theory of Economic Change (Harvard 1982)

Friedman, M. Free to Choose (Seeker & Warburg 1980)

Galbraith, J.K. The Age of Uncertainty (Deusch/Hutchinson 1977)

Galbraith, J.K. The Nature of Mass Poverty (Harvard University 1979)

Hirsch, F. Social Limits to Growth (Routledge & Kegan Paul 1977)

Jones, B. Sleepers Wake (OUP 1982)

Langmore, J. & Peetz, D. (eds) Wealth, Poverty and Survival (Allen & Unwin 1983)

Schumpeter, J.A. Capitalism,SocialismandDemocracy(Unwin 1965,1943)

Thurow, L.C. Dangerous Currents (Oxford University Press 1983)

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Wheelwright, RL. & Stilwell, F.J.B. Readings in Political Economy Voll & II (ANZ Dook Co 1976)

ECON211 THEORY OF PUBLIC CHOICE 6cp

Lecturer J .A. Doeleman

Prerequisites Economics I (ECONI01)

Hours 2 lecture hours per week


Content

This course is analytical in naiure and concerned with economic principles governing political behaviour. The theory of public or social choice can be viewed as an extension of welfare economics. Traditionally, welfare economics deals with questions of allocation and distribution in the context of market interaction. Related questions can be asked if choice is determined by political interaction. Topics include aspects of conflict theory, of game theory, and of voting theory.

References

Boulding, K. Conflict and Defense (Harper 1962)

Frey, B.A. Democratic Economic Policy (Oxford 1983)

Frohlich, N. & Oppenheimer, J.A. Modern Political Economy (Prentice Hall 1978)

Mueller, D.C. Public Choice (Cambridge 1979)

Olson, M. The Rise and Decline of Nations (Yale UP 1982)

Schellenberg, J.A. The Science of Conflict (OUP 1982)

Tullock, G. Towards a Mathematics of Politics (Ann Arbor 1967)

Van den Doel, H. Democracy and Welfare ECOlwmics (Cambridge 1979)

Weintraub, E.R. ConflictandCo-operationinEconomics(Macmillan 1975)

ECON212 APPLIED DECISION ANALYSIS 6cp

Prerequisite Introductory Quantitative Methods (ECONI04)

Lecturers To be advised

Offered Semester 1

Hours 2 lecture hours and 1 hour tutorial per week

Examination One 2hourexamination and progressive assessment

Content

The course examines applications of statistical inference and statistical decision theory in economics and business. Probability, probability distributions and expectations are discussed before being appJied to both parametric and non-parametric hypothesis testing and Bayesian decision theory. Parametric tests include Z-tests, t -tests, F-tests, analysis of variance and Chi-square tests.

SECTION FIVE

Non-parametric tests include Wilcoxon Rank Suma, Runs test, Kolomogorovj'Smimov test, Mann-Whitney U test, KruskallWallis test. Extensive use is made of statistical computer packages especially Minitab.

Texts

Hamburg,M. Statistical Analysis for DecisionMaking International edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich)

References

Berenson, M.L. & Levine, D.M. Basic Business Statistics (Prentice-Hall)

Joiner, B.L" Ryan, B.F. et al Minitab Student Handbook (Duxbury 1985)

Kenkel, J.L. Inlroductory Statistics for Management and Economics (PWS)

Lapin, L.L. Statistics for Modem Business Decisions (Harcourt, Brace Jovanovich 1972)

Mansfield, E. Statisticsfor Business & Economics CN .W. Norton & Co)

ECON213 APPLIED ECONOMETRICS 6cp

PrerequisiJe AppliedDecisionAnalysis (ECON212)or Advanced Statistical Analysis (ECON215)

Lecturer M.A. Hossain

Offered Semester n Hours 2 lecture hours and1 hour tutorial per week


Content

In this course the fundamental concepts and methods of econometrics are extensively analysed and applied to practical problems. Topics include forecasting, hypothesis testing and interval estimation in regression, dummy variables, multicollinearity, autocorrelation, heteroskedasticity and distributed lags. Statistical package SHAZAM is extensively used.

Texts

Hamburg,M. Statistical AMlysis for DecisionMaking International edn (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1987)

References

Brennan, M. & Carroll, T. Preface to Quantitative Economics and Econometrics 4th edn (South Western Publishing Co 1987)

Doran, N.E. & Guise, J.W.B. Single Equation Methods in &ofWmetrics - Applied Regression Analysis (UNE Monograph 1984)

Draper, N. & Smith, H. Applied Regression Analysis (John Wiley 1981)

Gujarati, D. Basic Econometrics 2nd edn (McGraw Hi1l1988)


Kelejian, H. & Oates, W. Introduction to Econometrics (Harper & Row Publishers 1981)

Kmenta, J. Elements of Econometrics 2nd edn (Macmillan 1988)

White, K.J. et al SHAZAM -TheEconometricsCompuler Program- Users' Reference Manual 1987

ECON214 MATHEMATICS FOR ECONOMISTS 6cp

Lecturers R. McShane, K. Renfrew & M. Gordon

Offered Semester I

Prerequisites Introductory Quantitative Methods (ECONI04) or Mathematics I


ExamiMtion One 3 hour paper

Conlent

This course is designed primarily to provide a background for both Advanced Statistical Analysis and Mathematical Economics. The topics dealt with include eeonomic applications of differential and integral calculus, matrix algebra and its application to input! output analysis and linear programming.

Texts

Glaister, S. Mathematical Methods for Economists 3rd edn (Basil Blackwell 1984)

References

Brennan, M.J. & Carroll, T.M. Preface to Quantitative Economies and Econometrics (South-Western Publishing Co. 1987)

Chiang, A. Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics (McGraw-Hill)

Searle, S. MatrixAlgebrafor Businessand Economics (Wiley 1970)

ECON21S ADVANCED STATISTICAL ANALYSIS

Lecturers R. McShane, K. Renfrew & M. Gordon

Offered Semester n Prerequisites Mathematics for Economists (ECON214)


Examination One 3 hour paper

Content

6cp

This course is designed primarily to provide a background for Econometrics A and Econometrics B. The topics dealt with include matrix algebra and statistical decision making (and their applications to the general linear regression model)

Texts

Hoe1, P.G. Introduction to Mathematical Statistics CNiley 1984)

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SECfION FIVE

References

Frank, C.R. Inr Statistics and Econo~/rics (Holt, Rinehart & Winston 1971)

Johnston, J. Econometric Methods (McGraw-Hill 1%3)

Merrill, w.e. & Fox, K.A. Inlroduction to Economic Statistics (Wiley)

Pindyck, R.S. & Rubinfeld, D.L. Econometric Models and Econcmetric Forecasts 2nd edn (1985)

ECON216 INDUSTRY ECONOMICS A

Lecturer P.I. Stanton

Prerequisite Economics 1 (ECONtOl)

Hours 2 lecture hours peT week

6cp

Examination One 2 hour paper and progressive assessment by essays and seminars, depending on enrolment.

Content

The study of market structure, conduct and perfonnance, with particular reference to Australian government policies in the area. The topics include: extensions to the theory of the firm; the role of the large corporation in industry; theimportance of growth and profitability objectives; integration, diversification and merger; detenninants of market structure (stochastic processes, cost conditions advertising, etc); relationships between structure and market conduct; reasons for government intervention.

References

Clarke, R. Industrial Economics (Blackwell 1985)

Devine, P.I. et al. An Introduction to Industrial Economics 4th edn (Allen & Unwin 1985)

Gecrge, K.D. & Joll, C. InduStrial Organisation 3rd edn London (Allen & Unwin 1981)

Martin, S. Industrial Economics (Macmillan 1988)

Shepherd, W.G. The Economics of Industrial Organisation 2nd edn (Prentice-Hall 1985)

Twohill, B.A. (ed) G01Jernment Regulation of Industry (Institute of Industrial Economics, University of Newcastle 1981)

Scherer, F.M. Industrial Market Structure and Economic Performance 2nd edn (Rand McNally 1980)

Webb, L.R. & AUen, R.H. (eds)

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Industrial Economics- AustraiianStudies(Allen & Unwin 1982)


ECON217 INDUSTRY ECONOMICS B


6cp

Prerequisite Industry Economics A (ECON216)


Examination One 2 hour paper plus seminar

Content

The course provides a study of the causes and suggested remedies for the malaise that has been said to characterise Australian industry in recent times. The incentives and impediments to structural adjustment within the Australian economy will be examined. Students will be introduced to Australian industry data sources. Thestructure and uses of the ASIC will be examined. Students will be expected to prepare a research paper and present the findings at a class seminar.

References

There is no one set text recommended for purchase, but a list of references (mainly Industries Assistance Commission and Bureau of Industry Economics reports and papers) will be provided.

ECON218 PROBLEMS OF DEVELOPING 6cp COUNTRIES

Lecturers H. Dick & M.A. Hossain

Prerequisite Economics I (ECONIOl)

Corequisite Economics II (ECON201)

Hours 2 lecture hours per week for one semester


Content

The course commences with a discussion of the concepts of development and poverty. Major topics to follow are: growth, poverty and income distribution; population growth and development; rural-urban migration; and, industrial and agricultural development policies. Throughout the course case study materials from various Third World countries will be used, with particular emphasis on South-east Asia

Text

Todaro, M.P. Economic De1Jelopment in the Third World 4th edn (Longmans Cheshire 1988)

References

Booth, A. & Sundrum, R.M. Labour Absorption in Agriculture (Oxford V.P., Delhi 1984)

Gemmell,N. Sur1Jeys in Development Economics (Blackwell 1987»)

Gillis, M. et al. Economics of Dewiopment (Norton 1983)

Meier, G.M. (ed) Leading IssuesinEconomic Development 5thedn (Oxford 1988)

GENERAL INFORMATION [General information relating to the Schools of Administration & Technology, Education. Health and Visual & Performing Arts (formerly al18Ched to the Hunter Institute of Higher Education) may be found in Volume 10 of the University Calendar.]

Principal Dates 1990 (See separate enll)' for Faculty of Medicine)

January

Monday Public Holiday -New Year's Day

5 Friday Last day for return of Application for Re-Enrolment Fonns - Continuing Students

8 MOIlday Deferred Examinations begin

19 Friday Deferred FAaminatiom end

26 Friday Public Holiday - Australia Day

31 Wednesday New students attend in person to enrol and pay charges

February

1 Tuesday TO New students attend in person to enrol and pay charges

2 Friday

13 Tuesday TO Re-enrolment Approval Sessions for re-enrolling students 16 Friday

20 Tuesday Late enrolment session for new students

21 Wednesday Late enrolment session for re-enroUing students

26 Monday First Semester begins

March

23 Friday Last day for variation of programme in relation to HECS liability for Semester I.'

April

13 Friday Good Friday - Easter Recess commences

23 Monday Lectures resume

Last day for withdrawal without academic penallY from first semester subjects (See page (iv) for Dean's discretion)

25 Wednesday Public Holiday - Anzac Day

June

8 Friday First Semester ends

11 Monday Examinations begin

11 Monday Public Holiday - Queen's Birthday

29 Friday FAaminations end

Closing date for applications for selection to the Bachelor of Medicine and the Diploma in Aviatioo Science courses in 1991

'No gUOTOIIteee ClUI be gillell thai lIarialion of prograJtllM forms submiued after this dale will be processed by the relellOllt HECS census dale (31 March SeIMster I; 31 AII8ILff &mester I/)

PRINCIPAL DATES 1990

July

23 Monday Second Semester begins

August

6 MOfIday Last day for withdrawal without academic penalty from full year subjects (See page (iv) for Dean's discretion)

23 Thursday Last day for variation of programme in relation to HECS liability for Semester II.'

September

17 Monday Last day for withdrawal without academic penalty from second semester subjects(See page (iv) for Dean's discretion)

22 Salurday Mid Semester break begins

28 Friday Closing datefor applications for enrolment 1990 (Undergraduate courses other than Medicine and Aviation)

October

1 Monday Public Holiday - Labor Day

8 Monday Lectures resume

November

Z Friday Second Semester ends

5 Moraday Annual Examinations begin

23 Friday ArulUai Examinations end

1991 February

25 Monday First Tenn beginsa

DATES FOR THE 1990 ACADEMIC YEAR FOR THE BACHELOR OF MEDICINE PROGRAMME

Yellr I

Semester 1

Semester 2

commences Monday 26 February, 1990 recess Friday 13 April, 1990

'0 Friday 20 April. 1990

resumes Monday 23 April, 1990 concludes Friday 29 Iune, 1990

commences Monday 16 Iuly, 1990 recess Monday 24 Sept, 1990

resumes concludes

'0 Friday 5 October, Monday 8 October, Friday 26 October.

1990 1990 1990

~ dale yet to be firtali3ed

ADVICE AND INFORMATION

Examinations

Mini·Elective

NO"IE:

commence Monday 5 November. 1990 conclude Friday 16 November, 1990 commences Monday 19 November, 1990 concludes Friday 30 November, 1990

Semester OM COWU o/Block One (10 weeb) aM 7 wu,u o/Block Two. Semester Two CONUts of the remainmg 3 weeb o{ Block Two tmd all of Block Tltree (10 weeks).

Year Two

Semester One commences Monday 26 February, 1990

== Friday 13 April, 1990 to

Friday 20 April. 1990 resumes Monday 23 April. 1990 concludes Friday 29 June, 1990

Semester Two commences Monday 16 July. 1990 ,~ Monday 24 Sept, 1990

to Friday 5 October, 1990

'''''''''' Monday 8 October, 1990

concludes Friday 26 October, 1990

Examinations commence Monday 5 November, 1990

conclude Friday 16 November, 1990

Mini-Elective commences Monday 19 November, 1990 concludes Friday 30 November, 1990

Non;,

Semester OM consists of BlockFour (lOwedes) and 7 weeh ofBlockFi'lle. Seml!Ster Two consists of the remainila8 3 wukt of Block Five and all of BlockSiJr: (10 weeks).

Year Three

Block 7 Feb 12 - May4 12 weeks: 11 week term 1 week AVCC/Easter Vacation 13/4-20/4

BlockS ... y7 JWle 29 8w""" Vacation July 2 July 13 2 weeks (A vee common

week)

Block 9 July 16 - Sept 14 9 weeks: S week tenn 1 week review 1Of}·14/9

StuvlC Sept 11 - Sept 21 I woek

Assessment Sept24- Oct 12 3 w""" Vacation "" 15 Oct 19 I wool<

Elective "" 22 Dec 14 8w"""

Year Four Clinical Attachment la F""5 "'''6 6w""" Clinical Attachment Ib Mar 19 - May 4 6 week tenn plus

1 week AVCCJEaster Vacation 13/4-20/4

Vacation "'y7 - May 11 I woek Clinical Attaclunent 2a May 14- JWle 22 6w""" Clinical Attachment 2b JWle25 - Aug 3 6w""" Vacation Aug 6 - Aug 11 2w""" Clinical Attachment 3a Aug20 - Sept 28 6 w""" Clinical Attachment 3b "" I Nov 9 6 ""'" GP Period Nov 12 - Nov 21 One and a half weeks

(inclusive)

Stuvac Nov 22 - Nov 30 One and a half weeks

Assessment D,'" - Dec 7 1w"",

Nolt: Years3, <I & 5 MllotcOII.jorm.with the Ulliversity ojNewcastle'sSefMster

""",.

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Year Five

GP Attachment F""5 Feb 16 2w""'" Clinical Attachment I Feb 19 MM23 5w""'"

Clinical Attachment 2 Mar26 - Apr 21 5w""'" (Easter 13/4.1714)

Clinical Attachment 3 Apr30 - JWle I 5w""'" Assessment JWle4 - JWleS 1wuk

Vacation JWle 11 - JWle 15 1wO<k

Clinical Attachment 4 JWle 18 - July 20 5w""" Clinical Attachment 5 July23 - Aug 24 5w""'" Stuvac AugTJ - Aug 31 I woek

Assessment Sept 3 - Sept 14 2w""" 2nd Assessment Sept 17 - Sept2l 1wuk

Elective Sept24- Nov 16 8w""" Final Assessment Nov 19 - Nov 23 I wool<

Advice and Information Advice and information on matters concerning the Faculties of the University can be obtained from a number of people.

Faculty Secretaries For general enquiries about University regulations, Faculty rules and policies, studies withL., the University and so on, students may consult:

Faculty Faculty Secretary Phone Architecture Mrs Dianne Rigney' 685634

Arts

Economics & Commerce

Education

Engineering

Medicine

Science & Mathematics

Ms Chris Wood)

Mrs Linda Harrigan ~

Mr Peter Day'

Mr Geoff Gordon ~ Ms Jill Norburn'

Mr Brian Kelleher·

Ms Helen Hotchkiss'

6852%

685695

685417

685630 685630

685613

685330

For enquiries regarding particular studies within a faculty or department Sub·deans, Deans or Departmental Heads (see staff section) should be

contacted.

Cashier's office 1st Floor McMullin Building.

Hours 10 am - 4 pm

Accommodatlon Officer Mrs Kath Dacey, phone 685520 located in the temporary buildings opposite Mathematics.

Careers and Student Employment Officer Ms Helen Parker, phone 685466 located in the temporary buildings opposite Mathematics.

Counselling Service phone 685255 loca1ed on the courtyard level Library building.

Health Service phone 685763 located in the basement of the Union Building.

Student Loans phone 685601 located in Student Administration, McMullin Building.

'located ill room. EA.209 in th~ &gilluring Buildings 'locaud in tlte Student QIId Faculty Admillis'rQlion Office • located ill room W329 in ,ht Behavio/U'al Scit!nces Buildi"g ~ localed ill room. EA.206 in the Engineering Buildings , located ill room EA2D4 in. .he &gin.eering Buildings 'located in room. 607A on 1M 61hfloor oflhe Medical SciellCt Building 'loea/lld in room VI8 in /he Mmhematics Building

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS The University of Newcastle has a policy to provide equal opportunity to students with Special Needs.

!fyou bave a disability of any form and feel you need some additional assistance, please do not hesitate to contact one of the following:

Faculty Advisers Architecture

Am EconoJIlics & Commerce Education Engineering Medicine

Science & Mathematics Student Administration Aucbmuty Library

Mr Malcolm Park· ext 529 Ass/Prof Don Parkes· ext 659 Mr Bruce Cheek (Sub Dean) . ext 697 Dr Bill Warren· ext 271 Dr David Wood· ext431 Sr Sue Graff· 266170 Mrs Lyn McBriarty· ext 519 Ass/Prof Warren Brisley . ext 678 Mrs Sandra Box· ext 303 Ms A1icia Hardy· ext 298 Ms Anne Robinson· ext 252

Student Representative Council Mr Steve Watkins· ext 329

ENROLMENT OF NEW STUDENTS

Persons offered enrolment are required to attend in person at the Great Hall early inFebruary toenrol and pay charges. Detailed instructions are given in the Offer of Enrolment.

TRANSFER OF COURSE

Students currently enroiled in an undergraduate Bachelordegree course whowishtotransfertoadifferentundergraduateBachelordegreecourse (excluding Medicine) mustcomplete an Application for Course Transfer fonn and lodge it with their Application for Re·enrolment at the Student Administration Office by 5 J81lUary 1990.

IT a student's request to Iransfer to another course is successful, the studentmust complete a separate Higher Education Contribution Scheme (BECS) Payment Option fOlJ1l for the new course.

RE·ENROLMENT BY CONTINUING STUDENTS

There are four steps involved for re·enrolment by continuing students: • collection of the re·enrolment kit • lodging the Application for Re·enrolment fonn with details of

your proposed programme • al1endance at the Great Hall for enrolment approval, and • payment of the General Service Charge.

(Students who are in research higher degree programmes re·enrol and pay charges by mail).

Re-Enrolment Kits Re-enrolment kits for 1990 will be available for collection in October. There-enrolmentkit contains the student's Application for Re·enrolment form, the 1990 Class Timetable, the Statement of Charges Payable for 1990 and re-enrolment instructions.

Lodging Application for Re-Enrolment Forms The Application for Re·enrolment fonn must be completed carefully and lodged at the Sbldent Administration Office by 5 January 1990. Students should know their examination results before completing the re-enrolment form. There is no late charge payable if the fonn is late, but his very important that the Application for Re·enrolmentfonn is lodged by 5 January 1990 as late lodgement will mean that enrolment approval will not be possible before the late re-enrolment session.

Enrolment Approval All re-enrolling students (except those enrolled in the BMed) are required to attend at the Great Hall on a specific date and time during the period 13-16 February 1990. Enrolment Approval dates are on posters on University Noticeboardsand are included in the enrolment kits issued to students in December. When attending for Enrolment Approval


students will collect their approved 1990 programme and student card. Any variations to the proposed programme require approval. Enrolments in tutorial or laboratory sessions will be arranged. Staff from academic Departments will be available to answer enquiries.

A service charge of $20 will be imposed on students who re·enrol after the specified date.

Payment of Charges The re-enrolment kit issued to re-enrolling students includes a Statement of(ltarges Payable fonn which must accompany the paymentof charges for 1990. These charges may be paid at any time after receiving the reenrolment kit.

All charges, including debts outstanding to the University, must be paid before or upon re-enrolment- part paymentoftotal amountdue will not be accepted by the cashier.

Payment by mail is encouraged; alternatively by cheque ormoney order lodged in the internal mail depositbox outside the Cashier's Office in the McMullin Building. The receipt will be mailed to the student

Payment by cash at the Cashier's Office may lead to queues at enrolment

time.

The Cashier's Office will be open for extended hours during the enrolment approval sessions in the period 13·16 February 1990. Afterwards any further payment should be by mail only.

LATE PAYMENT

Payment of the General Services Charge is due before or upon reenrolment. The final dale for payment is the date of the Re-enrolment Approval session for the course concerned in the period 13-16February 1990, after which a late charge applies at the Tate of:

$10 if payment is received up to and including 7 days after the due date;

$20 if payment is received between 8 and 14 days after the due date; or $30 if payment is received 15 or more days after the due date.

Thereafter enrolment will be cancelled if charges remain unpaid by 30 March.

STUDENT CARDS

When attending for Enrolment Approval, students will be given their Approved Programme fonn which incorporates the Swdent Card. The Student Card should be carried by students when at the University as evidence of enrolment. The Student Card has machine readable leuering foruse when borrowing books from the University Library, and contains . the student's interim password for access to facilities of the Computing Centre.

Students are urged to take good care of their Student Card, If the card is lost or destroyed, there is a service charge of $5 payable before the card will be replaced.

A student who withdraws completely from studies should return the Student Card to the Student Administration Office.

RE_ADMISSION AFTER ABSENCE

A person wishing to resume an undergraduate degree course who has been enrolled previously at the University of Newcastle, but fIOt enrolled in1989, is required toapply for admission again through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Centre, Locked Bag 500 Lidcombe 2141. Application forms may be obtained from the UCAC or from the Student Administration Office and close with the UCAC on 29 September each year. There is a $50 fee for late applications.

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ATTENDANCE STATUS

A candidate for any qualification other than a postgraduate qualification who is enrolled in three quarters OI'more of a normal full·time programme shaH be deemed to be a full-time student whereas a candidate enrolled in either a part-time course or less than tbree-quarlers of a full-time programme shall be deemed to be a part-time studenL

A candidate for a postgraduate qualification shall enrol as either a fulltime or a part-time student as determined by the Faculty Board.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

Students are responsible for notifying theStudent Administration Office in writing of any cbange in their address. A Change of Address fonn should be used and is available from the Student Administration Office.

Failure to notify changes could lead to important correspondence or course information not reaching the studenL The University cannot accept responsibility if official communications fail to reach a sbJdent who has not notified the Student Administtation Office of a change of address.

It should be noted that examination results will be available for collection in the Drama Workshop in mid December. Results not collected will be mailed to students. Students who will be away during the long vacation from their regular address should make arrangements to have mail forwarded.

CHANGE OF NAME

StudentswhochangetheirnameshouldadvisetheStudentAdminislration Office. A marriage or deed poll certificate should be presented for sighting in order that the change can be noted on University records.

CHANGE OF PROGRAMME

Approval must be sought for any changes to the programme for which a student has enrolled. This includes adding or withdrawing subjects, or changing attendance status (for example from full-time to part-time)

All proposed changes should be entered on the Variatioll a/Programme section on thereverse side of your Approved Programme fonn. Reasons for changes and where appropriate documentary evidence in the form of medical or other appropriate certificates must be submitted.

WITIIDRAWAL

Application to withdraw from a subject should be mooeon the Variation of Programme section on thereverse side of your Approved Programme fonn and lodged at the Student Administration Office or mailed to the Secretary.

Applications received by the appropriate date listed below will be approved for withdrawal without a failure being recorded against the subject or subjects in question.

FuHYear Subjects Monday

6 August 1990

Withdrawal Dates

FintSemester Subjects Monday

23 April 1990

SeCOM Semester Subjects Monday

17 September 1990

Wilhdrawal after the above dales will normally lead to afailure being recorded against the subject or subjects unless the Dean of the Faculty grants permission for the student to wilhdraw wilhout afailure being recorded.

If a student believes that a failure should not be recorded because of the circumstances leading to his or her withdrawal, it is important lhat full details of lhese circumstances be provided wilh the application to withdraw.

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CO~RMATIONOFENROLMENT

Students should ensure lhat all details on their Approved Programme form are correct Failure to check this information could create problems at examination time.

FAILURE TO PAY OVERDUE DEBTS

Any student whois indebted to the University by reason of non-payment of any fee or charge, non-payment of any fmeimposed, or who has failed to pay any overdue debts shall not be pennitted to

• complete enrolment in a following year • receive a Iransaipt of academic record; or • graduate or be awarded a Diploma,

until such debts are paid.

Students are requested to pay any debts incurred wilhout delay.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

A srudent who does not wish to re-enrol for any period up to three yoors should write to The Secretary and ask for leave of absence. Leave of absence is nonnally granted only to those srudents who are in good standing. Applications should be submitted before the end of the first week of first tenn in lhe first year for which leave of absence is sought Leave of absence will not be granted formore than three years and will not be granted relrospectively.

In the case of the B.Med. degree the following applies:

at the completion of an academic year, a candidate whose performance is deemed by the Faculty Board to be satisfactory may be granted leave of absence under such conditions as the Faculty Board may determine. Such leave will not normally be granted for more tban one year.

Application for re-admission to undergraduate degree courses must be made through the UCAC (see p iii).

ATTENDANCE AT CLASSES

Where a student's attendance or progress has not been satisfactory, action may be taken under the Regulations Governing Unsatisfactory Progress.

In the case of illness or absence for some other unavoidable cause, a student may be excused for non attendance at classes.

AU applications for exemption from attendance at classes must be made in writing totheHead oftheDeparunentoffering the subject. Wheretests or tenn examinations have been missed, this fact should be noted in the application.

The granting of an exemption from auendance at classes does not carry with it any waiver of the General Services Charge.

GENERAL CONDUCT

In accepting membership of the University, students undertake to observe the by-laws and other requirements of the University.

Students are expected to conduct themselves at all times in a seemly fashion. Smoking is not permitted during lectures, in examination rooms or in the University Library. Gambling is forbidden.

Members of lhe academic staff of the University, senior administrative officers, and other persons authorised for lhe purpose have authority to report on disorderly or improper conduct occurring in the University.

NOTICES

Official University notices are displayed on the notice boards and students are expected to be acquainted with the contents of those announcements which concern them.

A notice board on the wall opposite the enlrance to Lecture Theatre B is used for the specific purpose of displaying examination time·tables and other notices about examinations.

STUDENT MA TIERS GENERALLY

The main notice board is the display point for notices concerning enrolmentmatters, scholarships, University rules and Iravel concessions, etc. This notice board is located on the path between the Union and the Library.

Examinations Tests and assessments may be held in any subject from time to time. In theassessmentofastudent'sprogressinauniversitycourse,consideration wiU be given to laboratory work, tutorials and assigrunents and to any term or other tests conducted throughout the year. The results of such assessments and class work may be incorporated with those of formal written examinations.

EXAMINATION PERIODS

Formal wriuen examinations take place on prescribed dates within the following periods:

Mid Year: 11 to 29 June, 1990

End of Year: 5 to 23 November, 1990

Timetables showing the time and place at which individual examinations will beheld will beposted on theexaminatioosnotice board near Lecrure Theatre B (optX)site the Great Hall).

Misreading of the timetable will not under any circumstances be accepted as an excuse for failure to attend an examination.

SITTING FOR EXAMINATIONS

Formal examinations, where prescribed, are compulsory. Students should consult the fmal timetable in advance to fmd out the date, time and place of their examinations and should allow themselves plenty of time to get to the examination room so that they can take advantage of the 10 minutes reading time that is allowed before theexamination commences. The seat allocation list for examinations will be placed on the Noticeboard oflhe Department running the subject, and on a noticeboard outside the examination room.

Students can take into any examination any writing instrument, drawing instrument or eraser. Logarithmic tables may not be taken in: they will be available from the supervisor ifneeded. Calculators are only allowed if specified as a permitted aid. Theymust be hand held, battery operated and non-programmable' and students should note that no concession will be granted:

(a) to a student who is prevented from bringing into a room a programmable calculator;

(b) to a student who uses a calculator incorrectly; or

(c) because of battery failure.

RULES FOR FORMAL EXAMINATIONS

Regulation 15 of the Examination Regulations sets down the rules for formal examinations, as follows:

(a) candidates shall comply with any instructions given by a superv isor relating to the conduct of lhe examination;

(b) before the examination begins candidates shall not read the examination paper until granted pennission by the supervisor which shall be given ten minutes before the startofthe examination;

(c) no candidate shall enter the examinalion room after lhirty minutes from lhe time the examination has begun;

EXAMINATIONS

(d) no candidate shall leave the examination room during the first thirty minutes or the last ten minutes of the examination;

(e) no candidate shall re-enter the examination room after hehas left it unless during the full period of his absence he has been under approved supervision;

(f) a candidate shall not bring into the examination room any bag, paper, book, wriuen material, deviceoraid whatsoever, otherthan such as may be specified for the particular examination;

(g) a candidate shall not by any means obtain or endeavour toobtain improper assistance in his work, give or endeavour to give assistance to any other candidate, or commit any breach of good order,

(h) a candidate shall not take from the examination room any examination answer book, graph paper, drawing paper or oIher material issued to him for use during the examination;

(i) no candidate may smoke in the examination room.

Any in fringement of these rules constitutes an offence against discipline.

EXAl'vIINA TION RESULTS

End of year examination results will be available for collection from the Drama Studio in December. The dates for collection will be put on noticeboards outside lhe main examination rooms in November. Results not collected will bemailed. Examination results for Semester I subjects will be mailed out by the Friday before Semester II begins.

No results will be given by telephone.

After the release ofboth Semester I and end of year examination results a student may apply to have a result reviewed. There is a charge per subject, which is refundable in the event of an error being discovered. However, it should be noted that examination results are released only after careful assessment of students' perfonnances and that, amongst other things, marginal failures are reviewed before results are released.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

All applications for special consideration should be made on the Application for Special Consideration fonn. Relevant evidence should be attached to the application (see Regulation 12(2) of the Examination Regulations, Calendar Volume I). Also refer to Faculty Policy.

Application forms for Special Consideration are available from the Student Administralion Office and !he University Health Service. Before a student's application for special consideration will be considered on lhe ground of personal illness it will be necessary for a medical certificate to be furnished in the form set out on the Application.

If a student i s affected by illness during an examination and wishes to ask for special consideration, he or she must report to the supervisor in charge of the examination and then make written application to the Secretary wi!hin three days oflhe examination (see Regulation 12(3)of the Examination Regulations, Calendar Volume 1). Alsorefer to Faculty Policy.

Applicants for special consideration should note that aFaculty Board is not obliged to grant a special examin81ion. The evidence presented should state the reason why the applicant was unable to attend an examin81ion or how preparation for an examination was disrupted. If the evidence is in the fonn of a medical certificate the Doctor should slate the nature of the disability and specify lhat lhe applicant was unfit to auend an examination on a particular day or could attend but that the performance of the applicant would be affected by the disability. If the period of disability extends beyond one day the period should be stated.

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UNSA TISFAClURY PROGRESS

Unsatisfactory Progress The University has adopted Regulations Governing Unsatisfactory Progress which are set out below.

Students who become liable for action under the Regulations will be informed accordingly by mail after the release of the End of Year examination results and will be infonned of the procedure to be followed if they wish to 'show cause'.

Appealsagainstexclusion must be lodged together with Application for Re.enrolment forms by Friday 6 January 1989.

The Faculty's progress requirements are set out elsewhere in this volume.

REGULATIONS GOVERNING UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS

1.(1)These Regulations are made in accordance with the powers vested in the Council under By-law 5.1.2.

(2) These Regulations shall apply to all students of the University except those who are candidates for a degree of Master or Doctor.

(3) In these Regulations, unless the contextor subject matter otherwise indicates or requires:

uAdmlsslons Committee" means the Admissions Committee of the Senate constituted under By-law 2.3.5;

"Dean" means the Dean of a Faculty in which a srudent is enrolled.

uFaculty Board" means the Faculty Board of aFaculty in which a student is enrolled.

2.(1) A student's enrolment in a subject may be terminated by the Head of the Department offering that subject if that student does nOl maintain arate of progress considered satisfactory by the Head of Department. In detennining whether a student is faHing tomaintain satisfactory progress the Head of Department may take into consideration such factors as:

(a) unsatisfactory attendance at lectures, tutorials, seminars,

laboratory classes or field work;

(b) failure to complete laboratory work;

(c) failure to complete written work or other assignments; and

(d) failure to complete field work.

(2) The enrolment of a srudent in a subject shall nOl be tenninated pursuant to regulation 2 (1) of these Regulations unless that student has been given prior written notice of the intention to consider the matter with brief particulars of the grounds for so doing and has also been given a reasonable opportunity to make representations either in person or in writing or both.

(3) A srudent whose enrolment in a subject is terminated under regulation 2 (1) of these regulations may appeal to the Faculty Board which shall determine the matter.

(4) A student whose enrolment in a subject is tenninated under this Regulation shall be deemed to have failed the subject.

3.(1) A Faculty Board may review the academic perfonnance of a student who does not maintain a rate of progress considered satisfactory by the Faculty Board and may determine:

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(a) that the student be pennitted to continue the course;

(b) that the studentbepermiUed tocontinue thecourse subject to such conditions as the Faculty Board may decide;

(c) that the student be excluded from further enrolment: (i) in the course; or (ii) in the course and any other course offered in the

Faculty; or (iii) in the Faculty; or

(d) if the Faculty Board considers its powers to deal with the case are inadequate, that the case be referred to the Admissions Committee together with arecommendation for such action as the Faculty Board considers appropriate.

(2) Before a decision is made under regulation 3 (1) (b) (c) or (d) of these Regulations the srudent shall be given an opporrunity to make representations with respect to the matter either in person or in writing or both.

(3) A student may appeal against any decision made under regulation 3 (1) (b) or (c) of these Regulations to the Admissions Committee which shall detennine the matter.

4. Where the progress of a student who is enrolled in a combined course or who has previously been excluded from enrolment in another course or Faculty is considered by the Faculty Board to be unsatisfactory, the Faculty Board shall refer the matter to the Admissions Committee together with a recommendation for such action as the Faculty Board

considers appropriate.

5.(1) An appeal made by a student to the Admissions Committee pursuant to Regulation 3 (3) of these Regulations shall be in such fonn as may be prescribed by the Admissions Committee and shall be made within fourteen (14) days from the date of posting to the student of the notification of the decision or such further period as the Admissions Committee may accept.

(2) In hearing an appeal the Admissions Committee may take into consideration any circwnstances whatsoever including matters not previously raised and may seek such information as it thinks fi tconcem ing the academ ic record of the appellant and the making of the detennination by the Faculty Board. Neither the Dean nor the Sub-Dean shall actas a member of the Admissions Committee on the hearing of any such appeal.

(3) The appellant and the Dean or the Dean's nominee shall have the right to be heard in person by the Admissions Commiuee.

(4) The Admissions Committee may confinn the decision made by a Faculty Board or may substitute for it any other decision which the Faculty Board isempowered to make pursuant to these Regulations.

6.(1) The Admissions Committee shall consider any case referred to it by a Faculty Board and may:

(a) make any decision which the Faculty Board itself could have made pursuant to regulation 3 (1) (a), (b) or (c) of these Regulations; or

(b) exclude the student from enrolment in such other subjects, courses, or Faculties as it thinks fit; or

(c) exclude the srudent from the University.

(2) The Committee shall not make any decision pursuant to regulation 6 (1) (b) or (c) of these Regulations unless ithas first given to the student the opportunity to be heard in person by the Committee.

(3) A student may appeal to the Vice-Chancellor against any decision made by the Admissions Committee under this Regulation.

7. Where there is an appeal against any decision of the Admissions Committee made under Regulation 6 of these Regulations, the ViceChancellormay refer the matter back to the Admissions Commiuee with

a recommendation or shall arrange for the appeal to be heard by the Council The Council may confirm the decision of the Admissions Committee or may substitute for it any other decision which the Admissioos Committee is empowered to make pursuant to these

Regulations.

8.(1) A student who has been excluded from further enrolment in ft

Faculty may enrol in a course in another Faculty only with the permission of the Faculty Board of that Faculty and on such conditions as it may determine after considering any advice from the Dean of the Faculty from which the student was excluded.

(2) A student who has been excluded from further enrolment in any course, Faculty or from the University under these Regulations may apply for permission to enrol therein again provided that in no case shall such re-enrolment commence before the expiration oftwo academic years from the date of the exclusion. A decision on such application shall be made:

(a) by the Faculty Board, where the student has been excluded from a single course or a single Faculty; or

(b) by the Admissions Committee, in any other case.

9.(1) A student whose application to enrol pursuant to Regulation 8 (1) or 8 (2) (a) of these Regulations is rejected by a Faculty Board may appeal to the Admissions Committee.

(2) A student whose application toenrol pursuant to Regulation 8 (2) (b) of these Regulations is rejected by the Admissions Committee may appeal to the Vice-Chancellor.

Charges The General Services Charge (details below) is payable by all students. New undergraduate students are required to pay all charges when they attend to enrol.

Re-enrolling students receive in October each year, as part of iheir reenrolment kit, a statement of charges payable. Students are expected to pay charges inadvance of re-enrolment and paymentbymail is requested. The last date for payment of charges without incurring a late charge is the date of the Re-enrolmentApprovai session for the particular course (in the period 14-17 February 1989).

1. General Services Charge (a) Students Proceeding to a Degree or Diploma Plus Srudents joining Newcastle University Union for the first time

$229 Per annum

$35

(b) NOli-Degree Students $35 Newcastle University Union Charge Per annum

The exact amount must be paid in full by the prescribed date.

Z. Late Charges Where the Statement of Charges payable fonn is lodged wilh all charges payable after the due date • if received up to and including 7 days after the due date; $10 • if received between 8 and 14 days after the due date; or $20

• if received 15 or more days after the due date $30

3. Other Charges (a) Examination under special supervision $15

(b) Review of examination results

(c) Statement of matricu/alion status/or non-members of the University

per paper

under review

$8

(d) Replacement of Re-enrolment kit

(e) Re-enrolment after the prescribed re-enrolment approval session

(f) Replacement of Student Card

4. Indebted Students

CHARGES

$10

$20

$5

All charges, including debts outstanding to the University, must be paid before or upon enrolment- part payment of total amount due will not be accepted by the cashier.

METIIOD OF PAYl'tfENT

Students are requested to pay charges due by mailing their cheque and the Statement of Charges Payable form to the University Cashier. The Cashier's internal mail deposit box outside of the Cashier's Office in the McMullin Building may also be used. Payment should be addressed to the Cashier. University of Newcastle, NSW 2308. Cheques and money orders should be payable to the University of Newcastle. Cash payment must be made at the Cashier's Office lst Aoor McMullin Building between the hours of 10 am t04 pm.

mGHER EDUCATION CONTRIBUTION SCHEME (HECS)

The Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) was introduced in 1989 by the Federal Government to supplement the funding of higher education in Australia. It requires contributions to be made by students towards the cost of their higher education undertaken from the start of 1989.

All srudents, apart from some exceptions, enrolled in instirutions of higher education from 1989 are liable under the HECS. Exemption from payment of the Higher Education Contribution (HEC) applies to:

a fee-paying srudent in a "fees-approved postgraduate award course" a student in a "basic nurse education course" a "full-fee-paying overseas srudent" a "student who has paid the Overseas Student Charge" a "fully sponsored overseas srudent" a student in an "enabling course" a student in a "non-award" course a student who has been awarded "a HECS postgraduate scholarship"

The amount each student contributes depends upon the subjects undertaken each semester and is payable whether the subjects are passed or failed. The total liability depends on the proportion of a standard full time load in which the student is enrolled on the semester census dates, ie March 31 in Semester 1 and August 31 in Semester 2. IT a srudent withdraws from a subject after one of the above dates, theliabilty for that subject will stand for that semester.

In 1989 the HEe charge for a standard full time programme was $1,800 for the year or $900 for a semester. This amount will be indexed each year in accordance with the conswner price index.

HECS is administered as part of the enrolment process. Srudents must select one of three sections on the HEes Payment Options form.

On enrolment students must do one of the following:

(a) Elect to pay up-front which would require paymentof85% of the contriubtion for the semester, with the balance to bepaid by the Commonwealth. Students electing to pay up-front for Semester 2 will be asked to do so at the commencement ofSemester2; or

(b) Defertheir HEC and elect to pay through the taxation system, in which case they must either provide a tax file number or apply for a tax file number as part of their enrolment. Institutions are required to ensure that the infonnation given by students on their tax file number application is the same as that on theirenrolrnent fonn. vii

CAMPUS TRAFFIC AND PARKING

Students electing to defer their HEC and pay through the taxation system are not required to make a payment towards their conlribution until their taxable incomereachesa minimwn threshold level. For the 1989-90 income year the minimum threshold is $23,583. This amount will be increased in line with the consumer price index each year; or

(c) Provideevidenceof exemption from theHECS and beenrolled with details of their exempt slatus being recorded by the institution for subsequent reporting to the Department of Employment. Education and Training.

All eoroUing students mustcomplete aPayment Options form selecting oneoftheabove three 'lllions. Re-enrolling students will automatically maintain their elected payment option. Students must complete a new Payment Options Conn if they change courses 01' wish to change their payment option.

SCHOLARSHIP HOLDERS AND SPONSORED STUDENTS

Students holding scholarships or receiving other forms of fmancial assistance must lodge with the Cashier their Statement of Olarges Payable form together with a warrant or other written evidence that charges will be paid by the sponsor. Sponsors must provide a separate voucher warrant or letler for each student sponsored.

LOANS

Students who do not have sufficient funds to pay charges should seek al~ from their bank, building society, credit union or other financial institution. Applications for a loan from the Student Loan Fund should be made toMr. J. Birch, Student Administration Office. Arrangements should be made well in advance to avoid the risk of a late charge.

REFUND OF CHARGES

A refund of the General Services Olarge paid on enrolment or part thereof will be made when the student notifies the Student and Faculty Adminislration Office of a complete withdrawal from slUdies by the following dates.

Notification on or before 30 March 1990 100% refund.

Notification on or before 8 June 1990

After g June 1990

50% refund (excluding Union Entrance charge)

No refund.

A refund cheque will be mailed to a student or if applicable a sponsor. Any change of address must be advised.

A refund will not be made before 31 March 1990.

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Campus Traffic and Parking Persons wishing to bring motor vehicles (including motor cycles) on 10 ~ the campus are required to complete a parking registration form for each vehicle. Completed fonns must be lodged with the Attendant (patrol) . Office located off the foyer of the Great Hall. All per&OllS must comply with the University'S TraffIC and Parking Regulations including parking in approved parking areas, complying with road signs and not exceeding 35 k.p.h. on the campus. .

If the Manager, Buildings and Grounds, after affording the persoo Ii period of seven days in which to submit a written statement is satisfied that any person is in breach of Regulations, he mf,)':

(a) warn the person against committing any further breach; or

(b) impose a fine: or

(c) refer the matter to the Vice-Otancellor.

The range of fines which may be imposed inrespectofvarioos categories of breach include:~

A student failing to notify the registered number of a vehicle brought on to the campus

Parking in areas not set aside for parking. Parking in special designated parking areas without a parking pennit for that area Driving offences - including speeding and dangerous driving

Failing to stop when signalled to do so by an Attendant (Patrol)

Refusing to give infonnation to an Attendant (patrol)

Failing to obey the directions of an Attendant (patrol)

$10 $10

$15

$30

$30

$30

$30

The Traffic and Parking Regulations are stated in full in the Calendar, Volume 1.

SEcrION FIVE

IR201 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS UA 6cp

Lecturers I. Fisher & D. Macdonald

Prerequisite Economics I (ECON101) or an Economic History or Law unit


Examination One 2 hour paper plus assignments

Content

This course aims to provide students with an introduction to industrial relations concepts and tools of analysis in both .the international and Australian contexts. Special emphasis will be given to the origins and historical development of the main Australian institutions.

Texts

Dabscheck, B. & Niland, I. Industrial Relations in Australia (Allen & Unwin 1981)

Deery, S. & Plowman, D. Australian Industrial Relations 2nd edn (McGraw~Hil1 1985)

Ford, W., Hearn, I. et a1 AustralianLabour RelationsReatiings 4th edn (Macmillan 1987)

References

Ford, W. & Plowman, D. Australian Unions (Macmillan 1983)

Turner,!. & Sandercock, L. In Union is Strength 3rd edn (Nelson 1983)

Parker, S.R. et a1 (eds) The Sociologyoflndustry 3rd edn (George Allen & Unwin 1977)

IR202 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS llB

Lecturers To be advised

Prerequisites Industrial Relations IIA (IR201)


6cp

Examination One 2 hour paper plus progressive assessment

Content

The first part of this course is intended to provide a thorough grounding in the legal framework paying particular attention to therelevant statutes and tribunal decisions. The second part of the course concentrates on providing a basic introduction to the principal Australian industrial relations institutions including the trade unions, employers' associations and the various tribunals.

Texts

Deery, S. & Plowman, D. Australian Industrial RelaJjons 2nd edn (McGraw-Hill 1985)

Ford, W., Hearn, I. et al AustralianLabourReiations:Readings,4thedn(Macmillan 1987)

Sykes, E.1. The Employer, the Employee. and the Law 4th edn (Law Book Co 1980)

ECONOMICS SUBJEcr DESCRIPTIONS

References

Ford, W. & Plowman, D. Australian Unions (Macmillan 1983)

Sykes, E.I. & Y,mury, D. Labour Law in Australia (Butterworths 1980)

ECON30I ECONOMICS III

Lecturers A. Oakley, I. Stanton

Prerequisites Economics IT (ECON201)

12cp

Hours 2 lecture hours per week plus 1 tutorial hour per fortnight

Examination To be advised

Content

TIlls course will cover both theoretical and applied issues in micro and macroeconomics. It is compulsory for BEe students, but optional for others. It is intended to round out issues not fully developed in Economics II.

ECON306 INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS A 6cp

Lecturer P,l. Stanton

Prerequisite Economics II (ECON201)


Examination 3 hour exam and progressive assessment

Content

The theory and analysis of international trade and policy. TIlls covers the role and scope for international specialization, the gains from trade, optimal trade intervention, the effects of trade at the national and internationallevels and the theory of preferential trading. Australian illustrations are used wherever possible.

Text

Krugman, P., Obstfeld, M. International Economics (Glenview, Scott, Foresman & Co 1988)

Reference

Baldwin, R.E. and Richardson, S.E. (eds) International Trade and Finance 3rd edn (Boston, little Brown & Co., 1986)

6cp ECON307 INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS B

Lecturers P. Anderson, P. Stanton & S. Shenoy

Prerequisite International Economics A (ECON306)



Content

The course covers theory and policy relating to foreign exchange markets and exchange rate determination; money, interest rates and exchange rates; fixed exchange rates and foreign exchange intervention; the international monetary system and international macroeconomic policy.

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SECfrON FIVE

Texts

Krugman, P.R. & Obstfeld, M. International Economics: Theory and Policy (Scott, Foresman & Co. 1988)

ECON308 MACROECONOMIC PLANNING 6cp (May also be taken as Economics IV topic)

Lecturer J. de Castro Lopo

Prerequisites ECON201 and Introductory Quantitative Methods (ECON104)


Examination Progressive asessment

Conlent

This course is essentially a critical. survey of macroeconomic planningissues. with emphasis on the logic, specification. structure and implementation aspects of planning designs, rather than on problems of statistical estimation. Modes of planning in market systems will be compared with applications of centralist socialist planning.

Texis

Bowles, RA. & Whynes, D.K. Macroeconomic Planning (Allen & Unwin)

Eliman,M. Socialist Planning (Cambridge U.P.) Soviet Planning Today (Cambridge U.P.)

ECON309 URBAN ECONOMICS

Lecturer N. Jacobi

Prerequisites Economics II (ECON201)

Hours 1-1(llecture hours per week for one semester

Examination 2 open-book examinations

Content

6cp

This course provides a survey of the economic issues arising within the particular framework of the urban or metropolitan environment with emphasis on the major contemporary socioeconomic issues: poverty, crime, congestion, sprawl, slum development, and decline in the quality of life. The course also includes discussion of the following topics: the relation of cities to the national and regional economy; central place theory and location analysis; housing and land use theory; urban economic development and growth; urban sociology; urban planning; public policy and welfare.

References

Bish, R.L. & Nourse, H.O. Urban Economics and Policy Analysis (McGraw-Hill 1975)

Brown,D.M. Introduction to UrbanEcorwmics,(AcademicPress 1974)

Edel, M. & Rothenburg, r. Readings in Urban Economics (Macmillan 1974)

Hirsch, W.Z. Urban Economic Analysis (McGraw-Hill 1973)

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I

Leahy, W.H. McKee, D.L. & Dean. R.D. Urban Economics (Free Press 1970)

Neutze, M. Australian Urban Policy (Allen & Unwin 1978,) I

Pedoff, H.S. & Wingo, L. i Issues in Urban Economics (Johns Hopkins University I Press)

Richardson, H. r

Urban Economics (Irwin) 1

Schrieber, Gatans & Gemmer Economics of Urban Problems (Houghton-Mifflin)

ECON310 REGIONAL ECONOMICS





Content

6cp

The focus of this course is the region as a sub-unit of the national economy. We will be concerned with delineating regional areas and investigating the determinants of regional growth or decline, and how these determinants might be altered by policy. Topics included are: regional accounts; regional macro models; factor I mobility; regional growth; techniques of regional analysis (e.g. 1

export base models, shift -share, input -output models, econometric models); contemporary patterns of regional change in Australia; policy issues.

References

Beckman, M. Location Theory (Random House, 1968)

Brown, A.l. and Burrows, RM. Regional Economic Problems (Allen & Unwin, 1977)

Butler, G.I. and Mandeville, T.D. Regional Economics: An Australian Introduction, (University of Queensland Press, 1981) I

Gore,C. I Regions in Question: Space, Development Theory and Regional Policy (Methuen, 1984) i

I Hoover, RM. and Giarratani, F.

An Introduction to Regional EcofWmics (Knopf, 1984)

Isard, W. Methods of Regional Analysis (M.I. T. Press, 1960)

Iensen, R.c. Mandeville, T.D. et al Regional Economic Planning (Croom Helm, 1979)

McKee, D.L. Dean, R.D. el al (eds) Regional EcofWmics (Free Press, 1970)

Nourse, H.O. Regional Economics (McGraw-Hill, 1968)

Richardson, H.W. Regional Economics (University of illinois Press, 1979)

Richardson, H.W. Regional Growth Theory (Macmillan, 1973)

SECfION FIVE

ECON311 ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS 6cp

Lecturers I.A. Doeleman




Content

Topics covered include: externalities, pollution, cost-benefit analysis, conservation of living resources, natural resource economics and the economic growth debate.

Text

Tietenberg, T. Environmental & Natural Resource Economics 2nd edn (Scott Foresman & Co. 1988)

References

Baumol, W.F. & Oates, W.R Ecorwmics, Environmental Policy and the Quality of Life (Prentice-Hall 1979)

Daly, H.E. (ed) Economics, Ecology, Ethics (Freeman & Company 1980)

Harris, S. & Taylor, G. Resource Development and theFutureof AustralianSociety (CRES 1982)

Lecomber, R. Economic Growth Versus the Environment (Macmillan 1975)

Mishan, RI. Elements of Cost Benefit Analysis (Unwin 1972)

Mishan, E.I. The Economic Growth Debate, An Assessment 1977.

Nash. H. (ed) Progress as if Survival Mattered (Friends of the Earth 1981)

Pearce, D.W. Environmental Economics (Longmans 1976)

Seneca, 1.1. & TauSSig, M.K. Environmental Ecorwmics (Prentice-Hall 1984)

Simon, I. The Ultimate Resource (Martin Robertson, 1981)

Weintraub, E. et al.

The Economic Growth COnJroversy (1973)

ECON312 MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS

Lecturer C. Aislabie


Hours 21ecture hours per week for one semester


Content

6cp

The content of the course can be gauged from a perusal of the textbook. The application of statistical methods in a managerial context should be particularly noted.


Text

Peppers, L.C. and Bails, D.G. Managerial EcofWmics (Prentice Hall, Englewood Oiffs 1987)

ECON313 GROWTH AND FLUCTUATIONS 6cp

Lecturer A. Oakley

Prerequisite Economics 11 (ECON201)

Hours 2 lecture hours for one semester


Content

The course is devoted to a study of the various dimensions of the evolution and 'motion' ofthecapitalist economic system through time. It considers explanations of capital accumulation and structural change, real economic growth and fluctuations in growth rates. Specific topics will include expanding reproduction and balanced growth, capital accumulation and income distribution, short-tenn fluctuations, and the role of innovations and technological change in growth and fluctuations.

References

Harris, D.I. Capital Accumulation and Income Distribution (Routledge & Kegan Pau11978)

Kalecki, M. SelectedEssaysontheDynamicsoftheCapitalistEcofWmy (Cambridge V.P. 1971)

Kregel,l. Rate of Profit, DistribuJion and Growth. Two Views (Macmillan 1971)

Lowc,A. The Path of Economic Growth (Cambridge U.P 1976)

ECON314 TOPICS IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

6cp

(May not be offered in 1990)

Lecturers C.W. Stahl & H.W. Dick

Advisory Prerequisite Problems of Developing Countries




Content

Topics include dual economy models, mobilisation of resources, labour migration, industrialisation strategies in East and Southeast Asia, the Green Revolution and the underdevelopment of Australia's aboriginal population.

References

Ariff, M. & Hill. H. Export·Oriented Industrialisation: TheASEAN Experience (Allen & Unwin 1985)

Booth, A. Agricultural DevelopmenJ in Indonesia (Allen & Unwin 1988)

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SECITON FIVE

Gillis, M. Perkins, D. Roemer. M. & Snodgrass, D. Economics Of Development (Norton 1983)

Hughes, H. Achieving Industrialisation in EastAsia (Cambridge V.P. 1988)

Meier, G.M. (00) Leading Issues inEconomic Development 5thedn(Oxford U.P.1988)

Todaro, M.P. Economic De\lelopment in the Third World 4th edn (Longman Cheshire 1988)

ECON31S PUBLIC FINANCE


Prerequisites Economics n (ECON201)

6cp



Content

The effects of government intervention in the economy through the budget and inter-governmental fiscal relationships are examined.

At the microeconomic level, there is an analysis of the effects of taxandexpenditure policies on,in particular, community welfare and mcentives. At the macroeconomic level, aggregative models are used to analyse the relation of fiscal policy to other economic policies for stability and growth.

References

Brown, C.V. & Jackson, P.M. Public Sector Economics (Martin Robertson)

Buchanan, J.M. & Flowers, M.R. The Public Finances (Irwin)

Groenewegen, P.O. (ed) Australian Taxation Policy (Longman Cheshire)

Groenewegen, P.O. Public Finance in Australia: Theory and Practice, (Prentice-Hall)

Houghton, R.W. (ed) Public Finance (Penguin 1970)

Johansen, L. Public Economics (North Holland 1965)

Mishan, EJ. Cost-Benefit Analysis (Allen & Unwin 1982)

Musgrave, R.A. & P.B. Public Finance in Theory and Practice (McGraw-Hill 1984)

Shoup, C.S. Public Finance (Weidenfeld & Nicolson)

ECON316 AUSTRALIAN PUBLIC FINANCE 6cp


Prerequisite Public Finance

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Content

As Public Finance, with more explicit Australian content.

References

Available from lecturer late February 1990.

ECON317 ECONOMIC DOCTRINES AND METHODS A

6cp

Lecturer B.LJ. Gordon




Content

The course deals with some of the schools and streams of ideas which stand behind modem Economics. Study of pre-modem economic thought has a number of rationales including increased awareness of the ways in which major economists integrated their ideas, and the opportunity to judge the present scope and preoccupations of professional Economics from the perspectives of its former dimensions.

In the course we are concerned mainly with the classical political economy of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Majoremphasisison the ideas of: AdamSmith; Thomas Malthus; David Ricardo and his followers; and, John Stuart Mill. Also, attention is given to th types of economic analysis which preceded theemergenceof classical economics.1ltisinvolvesexamination of Mercantilism; Physiocracy; and earlier ethical-legal systems.

Texts

B1aug, M. Economic Theory in Retrospect 4th edn (Cambridge U.P. 1985)

Spiegel, H.W. The Growth of Economic Thought2ndedn (Prentice-Hall)

Hollander, S. Classical Economics (Basil Blackwell 1987)

References

Gordon, B. Economic AnalysisBeforeAdam Smith (Macmillan 1975)

O'Brien, D.P. The Classical Economists (Oxford V.P.)

Lowry, S. Todd (00) Pre-ClfJSsical Economic Thought (Kluwer)

ECON318 ECONOMIC DOCTRINES AND METHODS B (May not be offered in 1990)



6cp



SECfION FIVE

Content

The topics in this course offer an introduction to a variety of contrasting approaches to economic analysis. Those topics include: the economics of Karl Marx; the development of business cycle theory; the marginalist revolution; Walrasian general equilibrium; and, Marshallian partial equilibrium. Among the contrasts the most fundamental is that between the dysfunctional, dynamic emphases of Marx and the cycle theorists. on the one hand, and the statics ofW alras, Marshall, and the marginalists on the other.

Texts

Blaug, M. Economic Theory in Retrospect 4th edn (Cambridge U.P. 1985)

Spiegel. H. W. The Growth of Economic Though/2nd edn (Prentice-Hall 1971)

References

Schumpeter, J.A. History of Economic Analysis (Oxford V.P. )

Howard, M.e. & King, J.E. The Political Economy of Marx (Long~an)

Black, R.D.C. et al (eds) The MarginalRevolution in Economics (Duke U.P. 1973)

ECON319 ECONOMIC DOCTRINES AND METHODS C (May not be offered in 1990)

LectUl'er To be advised


6cp



Content

The major topics in this course are the development ofthe thought of Jolm Maynard Keynes, and the evolution of the Austrian school of Economics. Keynes' ideas are followed through from early works, The Economic Consequences of the Peace, and The Economic Consequences ofMr Churchill, to the General Theory and its aftermath. The treatment of the Austrians involves consideration of the major works of the first generation - Menger, von Wieser, and Bohm-Bawerk plus some of the leading ideas of their successors including Mises and Hayek

Texts

Blaug, M Economic Theory in Retrospect 4th edn (Cambridge U.P. 1985)

Spiegel, HW. The Growth of Economic Thought2nd edn (Prentice-Hall)

References

Backhouse, R.A. A History of Modern Economic Analysis (Basil Blackwell)

Reekie, W. D. Markets, Entrepreneurs and Liberty: an Austrian View of Capitalism (Wheatsheaf 1984)


Shackle, G.LS. The Years of High Theory (Cambridge V.P. 1967)

ECON320 ECONOMETRICS A 6cp

Lecturers M. Gordon, G. Keating. R. McShane

Prerequisite Applied Econometrics (ECON213) or Advanced Statistical Analysis (ECON215)

Offered Semester I


Examination One 2hourexamination and progressive assessment

ContenJ

A knowledge of matrix algebra and mathematical statistics dealt withinStatistica1Analysisisrecommended. Thecourseexamines the theory and application of the general linear regression model in economic research. The model is developed in matrix fonn under the classical assumptions and students are expected to make extensive use of the computer package "SHAZAM - The Econometrics Computer Program".

Texts

Gujarati, D. Basic Econometrics (McGraw-Hi1l1988)

Johnston, J. Econometric Methods 3rd edn (McGraw-Hill 1987)

References

White, K.J. &Bui, L.M.T. Basic Econometrics, a Computer Handbook Using SHAZAM (McGraw-Hill 1988)

Doti, J.L. & Adibi, E. Econometric Analysis: An Applications Approach (Prentice-Hall VSA)

Goldberger, A. Econometrics (Wiley)

Huang,D.S. Regression and Econcmetric Methods (Wiley 1970)

Judge, G., Griffiths, W., Hill et al Introduction to The Theory and Practice of Econometrics (Wiley 1988)

Kmenta, J. Elements of Econometrics (Macmillan 1971)

Koutsoyiannis, A. A Theory of Econometrics (Macmillan 1973)

Pindyck, R.S. & Rubinfe1d, D.L. Econometric Modelsand Economic Forecasts (McGraw· Hill 1976)

ECON321 ECONOMETRICS B


Prerequisite Econometrics A (ECON320)

Offered Semester 2

HoUl's 2 lecture hours per week

6cp


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SECTION FIVE

ConLenL

The course extends the work on the general linear regression model of Econometrics A. The classical assumptions are relaxed and problems such as heteroscodasticity, autocorrelation, errors in variables and distributed lags are discussed. The course also includes a discussion of the identification and estimation of simultaneous equation econometric models and an introduction to Box-Jenkinstime series models. ComputerpackageSHAZAM is used extensively.

Texts and References As for Econometrics A

ECON322 MONETARY THEORY

Lecturers P. Anderson & M.A. Hossain

Prerequisite Economics I (ECONI0l)


ExamilJiltion One 3 hour paper

ConLenL

6cp

This course begins with an examination of the controversy concerning the definition of money, and proceeds to a brief overview of the financial system. The classical, Keynesian and Monetarist theories of dle role of money in the economy are examined and compared, and their policy implications are analysed. Topics such as the supply and demand for money and dle relationship of the real and monetary sectors of the economy are considered in depth. Theories of interest rates, such as the loanable funds approach and the liquidity preference theory are studied, and alternative theories of the term structure of interest rates are examined. TheA vailability Doctrine, a theory of interest rate policy, is analysed, and debt management policy isreviewed. The Monetarist, Keynesian and New Classical views on inflation and unemployment are also examined.

Text To be advised

References

Corden, W. Inflation, Exchange Rates, and the World Economy (Clarendon Press 1985)

Davis, K. & Lewis, M. (eds) AustralianMonetary Economics(Longman Cheshire 1981)

Dornbusch, R. & Fischer, S. Macroeconomics 4th edn (McGraw-Hill 1988)

Frenkel, J. & Johnson, H. (eds) MonetaryApproach to the Balance of Payments (foronto U.P.1976)

Gordon, R. (cd) Milton Friedman's Monetary Framework: A Debate with his Critics (Chicago U.P. 1974)

Laidler, D. The Demand for Money: Theories and Evidence (DunDonnelley 1985)

Nichols, L. & Smith E. Money and Banking (Nelson 1989)

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Ritter, S. & Silber, W.L. Principles of Money, Banking and FilJilncial Markets 3rd edn (Basic Books 1980)

Stein, J. Monetarist, Keynesian and New Classical Economics (Basil Blackwell 1982)

ECON323 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND POLICY

Lecturer P. Anderson

Prerequisite Monetary Theory (ECON322)



ConLeni

6cp

This course examines the Australian financial system in detail, considering the main financial institutions and markets. The chWlging structure and operation of the fmancial system and government intervention in the financial system are considered. Particular attention is given to recent reports on the Australian financial system - such as the Campbell Report, and the Martin Review, and recent development in financing. A second main theme is the review of Australian monetary, and broaderfinancial, policy in the post World War II period.

Texts To be advised

References

Rowan, D.C. Australian Monetary Policy 1950-75 (George Allen &

Unwin 1980)

Davis, K. & Lewis, M. (eds) AustralianMonetary Economics (Longman Cheshire 1981)

The Australian FilJilncial System Inquiry Interim and Final Reports (Government Printer, 1980 1981)

The Australian FilJilncial System Report of the Review Group (Government Printer 1983)

Moore, D. et al FinanciallnstilutionsandMarkets (Serendip Publications 1988)

Warner,B. Australia's Financial Markets: An Introduction (Allen &

Unwin 1989)

ECON324 MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS 6cp (May not be offered in 1990)

Lecturers C. Aislabie, J. Doeleman

Prerequisite Mathematics for Economists (ECON214)

Advisory Prerequisite 2 unit Mathematics or its equivalent



Con/enL

Since this course will only be offered if sufficient interest is I

shown, students should advise Dr Aislabie as soon as possible regarding their intention to enrol.

SECf10N FIVE

The course is designed to provide an introduction to Mathematical Economics for students who have some mathematical ability but whose university level work in this area has been confined to one or more statistics-oriented subjects. Topics include the theory and economic application of constrained optimization, the calculus of variation, and optimal control techniques.

rex' AIchibald, G.c. & Lipsey, R.G.

AnInLroductiontoaMathematicalTreatmentojEconomics 3rd edn 0N eidenfeld & Nicolson 1977)

References

Tu, Pierre N.V. InLroductory Optimization Dynamics (Springer~Ver1ag 1984)

Chiang, A. FundamenLal Methods of Mathematical Economics 2nd edn (McGraw-Hil11974)

Henderson, J.M. & Quandt, R. Microeconomic Theory - A Mathematical Approach 2nd edn (McGraw-Hil11971)

lntriligator, M.D. Mathematical Optimization and Economic Theory (Prentice~HallI971)

Yamane, T. Mathematics for Economists - An Elementary- Survey (Prentice Hall latest edition)

ECON32S INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS IlIA 6cp


Prerequisite Industrial Relations lID (lR202)


ExamilJiltion One 2 hour paper plus assignments

ContenL

Thiscoursebuilds on the material presented in Industrial Relations IT and takes a more theoretical perspective. Lectures and tutorials will be devoted to topics including consensus and conflict models of industrial relations, theories of trade unionism, managerialism, alienation and industrial conflicL

Texts

Dabscheck. B. & Niland, I. Industrial Relations in Australia (Allen & Unwin 1981)

Ford, G.W. et aI (eds) AustralianLabourRelations:Readings4thedn(Macmillan 1987)

Plowman, D. & Ford, G.W. Australian Trade Unions (Macmillan 1983)

References

Deery, S. & Plowman, D. Australian Industrial Relations (McGraw~Hill 1985)

Dunlop, J.T. IndustrialRelalions Systems (Southern lllinois U .P. 1971)


Bray, M. & Taylor, V. Managing Labour? (McGraw-Hill 1986)

Poole, M. Theories of Trade Unionism (Routledge & Kegan Paul 1982)

Waters, M. Strikes in Australia (Allen & Unwin 1982)

ECON326 INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS IIIB 6cp

Lecturer D. Macdonald

Prerequisite Industrial Relations lIlA (ECON325)

HOUTS 2 lecture hours per week for one semester


Content

Most of this course will take a comparative perspective to the study of industrial relations. Australian industrial relations will be criticaJl Y examined against the backdrop of the institutions and processes that predominate in anumber of other countries including Great Britain, the United States and Japan.

Texts

Deery, S. & Plowman, D. Australian Industrial Relations 2nd edn (McGraw-Hill 1985)

References

Ford, G.W. et aI (cds) AustralianLabourRelations:Readings4thedn(Macmillan 1987)

Bamber, G. & Lansbury, R. (cds) I nLerlJilliOlJill and Comparative I ndustrialR elations (Allen & Unwin 1987)

ECON401 ECONOMICS IV ECON402

24cp 24cp

Full-time candidates will enrol in ECON401 and ECON402. Part-time candidates will enrol in ECON401 in the first year and ECON402 in the second year.

Prerequisite As listed in Schedule

ConLenL

Students may choose from one of the following programmes:

Programme I (Honours by coursework): Under this programme the student would be required to take 8 semester subjects.

Programme IT (Honours by coursework and research essay): Under this programme the student would be required to take 6 semester topics and submit aresearch essay not to exceed 10,000 words.

Programme III (Honours by coursework and thesis): Under this programme the student would be required to take 4 semester topics and submit a thesis not to exceed 20,000 words.

Each student's programme must have the approval of the Head of Department upon recommendation by the Departmental Board.

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SECfION FIVE

Subjects

Students may choose from subjects and topics currently offered at the third and fourth year level by the Department of Economics. Topics offered at the fourth year level include:

ECONOMETRICS II

MACROECONOMIC ANALYSIS

MICROECONOMIC ANALYSIS

Additionally. up to 2 semester units from suitable programmes offered by other Departments may be taken, subject to approval from the Head of Department of Economics.

ECONOMETRICS II

Lecturer G. Keating

Prerequisites Requirements for Hooours degree and Econometrics B

HQUTS 2 lecture hours per week

Examination Two 2 hour papers

Content

Basically acontinuation of Econometrics I. with its primeinterest being on the problems involved in econometric model building and simultaneous estimation. An introduction is also given to Box·lenkins Time series and Spectral Analysis and Bayesian Estimation Techniques. Eachstudent will be expected to complete a piece of applied econometric research.

References

Bridge, J .L. Applied Econometrics (North-Holland 1971)

Challen, D.W. & Hagger, A.J. Macroecono11U!tric Systems - Construction, Validation and Applications (Macmillan 1983)

Dhrymes, P. Econometrics, Statistical Foundations and Applications (Harper & Row 1970)

Fishman"G.S. Spectral Methods in Econometrics (HaIVard U.P.1969)

Hood, W.C. & Koopmans, T.e. Studies in &onometric Method (Wiley)

lntriligator, M.D. EconometricModeis,TechniqUltsandAppiications(North Holland)

Judge, G. Griffiths, W. Hill et al TM TMory and Practice of Econometrics (Wiley)

Klein, L.R. et al. Econometric Gaming ( Macmillan)

Maddala, G.S. Econometrics (McGraw-Hill 1977)

Malinvaud, E. StalisticaIMethodsOf&onometrics(North-Holland 1970)

Pindyck, R.S. & Rubinfeld, D.L.

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Econometric Models and Economic Forecasts (McGrawHill 1976)


Theil, H. Principles of Econometrics (North-Holland)

MACROECONOMIC ANALYSIS


Prerequisite Economics III (ECON301)



Content

The course surveys contemporary issues in macroeconomic theory and policy.

References

Dornbusch, R Open &onomy Macroeconomics, (Basic Books 1980)

Hillier, B. Macroeconomics: Models, Debates, and DevelopmenJs (Blackwell 1986)

Maddock, R and Carter, M. Rational Expectations (Macmillan 1985)

Maddison, A. Growth and Slowdown in Advanced Capitalist Economies (Journal of Economic Literature, June 1987)

Okun, A.

SECfION FIVE

learning for economic behaviour and planning, and various topics in cost-benefit analysis.

References

No single text is suitable and a full reading list will be supplied. Background texts of relevance include:

Becker, G. Economic Th£ory (Knopf 1971)

Ferguson, C.E. Microeconomic Th£ory (Irwin 1972)

Henderson, I.M. & Quandt, RE. Microeconomic Theory 3rd edn (McGraw-Hill 1980)

Horowitz, I. Decision Making and Theory Of the Firm (Ilolt, Rinehart & Winston 1970)

Intriligator, M.D. Mathematical Optimization and Economic Theory (Prentice-Hall 1971)

Katzner, D. Walrasian Economics (Addison-Wesley 1988)

Ng, Y.-K. Welfare Economics (Macmillan 1979)

Malinvaud, E. LecturesonMicroeconomic Theory(North-Holland 1972)

Prices and Quantities: (Blackwell 1981)

A Macroeconomic Analysis i Koutsoyiannis, A. Non-Price Decisions (Macmillan 1982)

OECD Economic Surveys: Australia (Paris 1987)

Perkins, J .O.N. AustralianMacroeconomicPolicy,l974-1985 (Melboume University Press 1987)

Stem, J.L. MotJ2tarist, Keynesian and New Cklssical Economics (Blackwell 1982)

Schott, K. Policy, Power and Order: The Persistence of Economic Problems inCapitaiist States(Y ale University Press 1984)

MICROECONOMIC ANALYSIS


Prerequisites Requirements for Honours degree


Examinalion One 2 hour paper plus assignments

ConJent

Microeconomic theory is developed with policy applications in mind. Topicsinclude: recent advances in demand and production theory, equilibrium theories of markets and the correspondence principle, Paretian optimality, market failure including decreasing costs, uncertainty. second-best solutions, recent developments in oligopoly theory, an examination of variations in the quality of products and in product differentiation with market structure, resources allocation over time, implications of uncertainty and

Samuelson, P.A. Foundations Of Economic Analysis (Harvard U.P. 1947)

Tisdell, C. Microeconomics: The Theory of Economic Allocation (Wiley 1972)

Varian, A. Microeconomic Analysis (Norton 1984)

ISSUES IN AUSTRALIAN ECONOMIC mSTORY

Lecturers J. R. Fisher & H.W. Dick

PrerequisiJes Requirements for Honours degree


Examination No examination

Content

Thenatureandproblemsofthecontemporary Australianeconomy can only be understood through the study of its historical development. Accordingly this course provides an overview of Australian economic growth duringthe past century with particular emphasis on the pattern of booms and slumps, structural adjustment and the changing role of government in the economy.

Text

Maddock, R. and McLean, J.W. (eds) Th£AuslralianEconomy in the Long Run (Cambridge U.P. 1987)


References

Bullin, N.G. Investment in Australian Economic Developmenl 1861-1900 (Austrnlian National U.P. 1972)

Bullin, N.G. Barnard, A. and Pincus, J.J. Government and Capitalism (Allen & Unwin 1982)

Chapman, B. (ed) Australian Economic Growth (Macmillan 1989)

Duncan, T. & Fogarty, J. Australia and Argentina: On Parallel Paths (Melbourne U.P. 1984)

Forster, E. (ed) Australian Economic Development in the Twentieth Century (Allen & Unwin 1970)

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SECfl0N FIVE

Law Snbject Descriptions Note:

The offering in 1989 of any Law subject is contingent upon the availability of staff

LAWI0l FOUNDATIONS OF LAW

Lecturers G. Cowper·Hill. D.W. Mitchell

Prerequisites (see notes on pages 12 and 15)

Offered Semester I

6cp

Hours 21ecture hours and 1 tutorial hour per week

ExamjnaJjon Formal written examinations at times to be arranged.

Con/ent

TItis subject consists of a study of basic legal concepts, the divisions of law, and the institutions of the Australian legal system. It also enables students to acquire special skills for the examination of legal materials, such as an ability to analyse statements contained in judgements and to interpret provisions of an Act of Parliament. The foundation of the processes of lawmaking through judicial decisions, and primary and delegated legislation are considered in detail.

Suggested Preliminary Reading

Giffon!, 0.1. & K.H. Our Legal System 2ndedn (Law Book Co. 1983)

Nettheim, G. & Chisholm, R. Understanding Law 3rd edn (Butterworths 1988)

Texts

Printed materials obtainable at University Bookshop.

The Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)

Krever, R. Mastering Law Studies and Law Exam Techniques (Butterworth 1986)

Bird, R. Osborn's Concise Law Dictionary (Sweet & Maxwell 1983)

Derham, D.P., Maher, F.K.H. et al An Introduction to Law 5th edn (Law Book Co. 1986)

References

Lane,P.H. An Introduction to the Australian Constitution 4th edn (Law Book Co. 1987)

Lumb,R.D. The Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia 4th edn (Butterworths 1986)

Pearce, D.C. & Geddes, R.S. Statutory Interpretation inAustralia 3rd edn (Butterworths 1988)

Venneesch, R.B. & Lindgren, K.B. Business LAw of Australia 6th edn (Buuerworths 1990)

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LAW SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

LAWI02 CONTRACT LAW 1

Lecturer J. Bentley

Prerequisite Foundations of Law

Offered Semester II


Examination One 3 hour end of year examination

Content

6cp

Thecourse introduces concepts relating to formation of contracts (offer, acceptance, consideration and intention to create legal relations), misrepresentation, duress and undue influence, the terms of the contract, and discharge of contract.

Texls

Casebook produced by Department of Law to be purchasedfrom University Union Bookshop

Lindgren, K.E., Carter, J.W. et al Contract LAw in Australia (Butterworths)

LAWI03 COMPANY LAW [

Lecturer T Presbury

Prerequisite Legal Studies I or Foundations of Law

Offered Semester I

6cp

Hours 2 lecture hours and 1 tutorial/seminar hour per week


Content

The course commences with an introduction to types of business organisations recognised by the law and their legal consequences. A number of aspects of partnership law are dealt with including: nature of partnership, relation of partners to outsiders, relations of partners to one another, termination of partnership. The bulk of the course is concerned with company law and includes: corporate personality, fonnation, position of the shareholders and minority protection, duties and responsibilities of directors, corporate financing, flotation, and winding-up. Emphasis is laid on the fact that much of company law lies outside the realm of the legislation regulation companies in Australia and this necessitates a thorough study of common law principles developed in case law as well as a detailed analysis of the legislation.

T €XIs and References

(Students will be advised early in the course which books should be purchased for their personal use)

Baxt,R An Introduction to Company Law (Law Book Co 1987)

Ffrench, HL Mason's Casebook on Australian Company Law 4th edn (Butterworth,1983)

Hribar, Z A Guide to Company LAw 3rd edn (Law Book co 1989)

Lipton & Herzberg Understanding Company LAw 3rd edn (Law Book Co 1988)

SECfl0N FIVE

Pearson, L Buuerworths' Student Companions - Company LAw (1986)

Vermeesch, RB & Lindgren, KE Business Law of Australia 5 edn (Butterworths 1987)

Statutes

CCH AustralianNationalCompaniesandSecuritiesLegislation Current edn

LAW2011 ADMlNISTRA TIVE LAW 6cp LAW301 (Not offered in 1990)

Lecturer D.W. Mitchell

Prerequisites Personal Liability Law

Offered One Semester

Hours 2 lecture hours and 1 tutorial/seminar hour per week.

Examination One 3-hour paper

Content

The nature, operation, and role, of the law governing institutional administration in Australia, which is an evolving area of 'public' law concerned principally with the legal bases of judicial and other types of review of exercises of statutory powers vested in governmental organs and instrumentalities, and with specific legal remedies which may be available to persons claiming redress of grievances arising from bureaucratic action.

Texts

Aronson, M. & Franklin, N. Review of Administrative Action (Law Book Co 1987)

Sykes, E.I., Lanham, D.J. et al General Principles of Administrative Law 3rd edn (Butterworths)

Prescribed Printcd Matcrials

Extracts from judgments in selected leading cases to be issued to students at the commencement of the course.

References

Pearce, D.C. Commonwealth Administrative Law (Butterworths 1986)

Sykes, E.!. & Tracey, R.R.S. Cases and Materials on Administrative Law 4th edn (Butterworths)

CommonwealthAdministrativeReviewCommiueeReport, 1971 (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)

Statutes

Administrative Appeals Tribunal Act 1975 (Cth) (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)

ConsumerClaimsTribunaisAct,1974 (N.S.W.) (N.S. W. Govt Printer)

Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)

Ombudsman Act, 1974 (N.S.W.) (N.S.W. Govt Printer)

Ombudsman Act 1976 (Cth) (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)


Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth) (Aust. Govt Publishing Service)

LAW202I LAW302

EMPLOYMENT LAW (Not offered in 1990)

12cp

Prerequisite Personal Liability Law or Contract Law I

Duration 2 semesters



Content

This subject williookat both the individual and collectiveaspects of the employment relationship. The former will cover such mallers as the legal concept of a 'worker', the common law incidents of the employment relationShip and its essential contractual nature (including reference to the concept of industrial awards), and the system of compensation for industrial injury operating in New South Wales. Included. within the 'collective aspects' will be such topics as· the federal and State systems of industrial regulation and the place of the registered organisation therein, the protection of the rights of members and controlling the industrial activities of trade unions within the regulatory schemes, at commonlaw and otherwise under statute. Of particular concern will be the limits of the constitutional fetters imposed upon statutory control of industrial disputation.

Suggested Preliminary Reading

Sykes, E.!.

Texts

The Employer, the Employee and the Law 3rd edn (Law Book Co. 1973)

Creighton, W.B. Ford, W.I. & Mitchell, R.J. Labour Law Materials And Commentary (Law Book Co. 1983)

Marks, F. Workers Compensation Law and Practice in New South Wales (C.C.H. 1987)

Conciliation and Arbitration Act 1904 (Com.)

Workers' Compensation Act 1987 (N.S.W.)

Industrial Arbitration Act 1940 (N.S.W.)

Occupational Health and Safety Act 1983 (N.S.W.)

(Students should ensure that they obtain all amendments to the above mentioned Acts).

References

C.C.H. Guide Book to Australian IndustriLll Law 3rd edn (1983)

Gunningham, N. Safeguarding The Worker (Law Book Co. 1984)

Glass, H.H. McHugh, M.H. & Douglas, P.M. The Liability of Employers 2nd edn (Law Book Co 1979)

Macken, 1.1. AustraliLln I ndustriaJ Law: The Constitutional Basis 2nd edn (Law Book Co 1980)

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SECTION FIVE

Macken,J. McCarry, GJ. et al The Law of Employment 2nd edn (Law Book Co. 1984)

Mills, c.P. New South Wales Industrial Law, 3rd edn (Butterworths 1%9)

Mills, c.P. Federal Industrial Law ,5th edn (Butterworths 1975)

Mills, C.P. Workers CompensationN. S. W. (Butterworths 1969)

Sykes, E.I. & Yerlmry, D. Labour Law in Australia (Butterworths 1980)

LAW2031 PERSONAL LIABILITY LAW 6cp LAW303

Lecturer RN Watterson

Corequisite - Bachelor of Law and Administration students -Foundations of Law. Note: Foundations of Law is nonnally a prerequisite. However, for 1990 only, Foundations of Law is a corequisite for Bachelor of Law and Administration students only.

Prerequisite - BCom and BEe students. Foundations of Law is a prerequisite for BCom and BEe students in 1990.

Offered Semester I


Exmnination One 3 hour mid-yearexamination

Content

The course consists of a study of the bases of personal liability in tort and criminal law . It examines the development of a legally recognised duty of care and the categories of such duty. It also concerns itself with the consequences of breach of duty and remedies therefor. Alternative methods of compensation, criminal fault and defences are also examined.

Text

Casebook produCed by the Department of Law to be purchased from the University Union Bookshop

References

Fleming, JG The Law ofT orts, 7th edn (Law Book Co 1987)

Trindade, F & Cane, P The Law of Torts in Australia (Oxford University Press 1985)

Morison, WL & Sappideen, C Torts: Commentary and Materials 7th edn (Law Book Co 1989)

Roulston, RP Introduction to Criminal Law inNew South Wales 2nd edn (Butterworths 1980)

Gillies, P Criminal Law (Law Book Co 1985)

O'Connor, D & Fairall, P Criminal Defences 2nd edn (Butterworths 1988)

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Waller, L & Williams, CR CriminalLaw:TexJandCases6thedn (Butterworth 1989)

LAW2041 LAW304

LAW OF BUSINESS ORGANISATIONS 6cp (Only available to BEe & BCorn students)

Lecturer T. Presbury

Prerequisite Legal Studies I or Foundations of Law

Offered Semester 1



Content

The course commences with an introduction to types of business organisations recognised by the law and their legal consequences. A number of aspects of partnership law are dealt with including: nature of partnership, relation of partners to outsiders, relations of partners to one another, tennination of partnership. The bulk of the course is concerned with company law and includes: corporate personality, fonnation, position of the shareholders and minority protection, duties and responsibilities of directors, corporate financing; flotation and winding-up. Emphasis is laid on the fact that much of company law lies outside the realm of the legislation regUlating companies in Australiaand this neces sitates a thorough study of common law principles developed in case law as well as a detailed analysis of the legislation.

Texts & References

(Students will be advised early in the course which books should i be purchased for their personal use.)

Baxt,R An Introduction to Company Law (Law Book Co. 1987)

Ffrench, H.L Mason's Casebook on Australian Company Law 4th edn (Butterworths 1983)

Hribar, Z. A Guide to Company Law 3rd edn (Law Book Co. 1989)

Lipton & Herzberg Understanding Company Law 3rd edn (Law Book Co. 1988)

Pearson, L Butterworth's Student Companions - Company Law (Butterworths 1986)

Vermeesch, R.B. & Iindgren, K.E. Business Law of Australia 5th edn (Butterworths 1987)

CCH AustralianNational Companies and Securities Legislation Currentedn

LAW20SI LAW30S

BUSINESS AND CONSUMER CREDIT LAW

Lecturer G. Cowper-Hill

Prerequisite Contract Law I

Offered One semester

6cp


SECfION FIVE


Content

This couISecomprises a study ofthelegalfonns by whichfinance and credit are obtained (a) by business; and (b) by consumers. In relation to acquisition onand, the tenns of contracts and mortgages will be studied and in relation to acquisition of goods, there will be a brief study of hire purchase, lay-by sales, bills of sale, pledges and liens. The course includes an outline of Guarantee & Suretyship. Special attention will be given to TheCredit Act 1984 (N.S.w.).

Texts Students will be advised early in the course which books should be purchased

References

Venneesch and Lindgren Business Law of Australia, 5th edn (Butterworths 1987)

Goldring, J., Maher, L.W. and McKeough, J. Consumer Protection Law in Australia, 3rd edn (Butterworths 1987)

Duggan, A.I. RegisteredCredit inAustralia (Law Book Company 1986)

Sharpes, A. Credit Act Handbook (Law Book Company 1985)

Levine, l.R. New South Wales Consumer Credit Legislation (CCH Aust Ltd 1985)

National Bank: of Australia The Finance of Inlernational Trade

Cavanaugh and Barnes Consumer Credit Law in Australia (Butterworths 1988)

Sykes, E.!. The Law of Securities in Australia, 4th edn (Law Book Company 1986)

Rowlatt OnPrincipai and Surety

Statutes

Commonwealth

Bills of Exchange Act (1909)

Cheques and Payment Orders Act (1986) N.S.w. Bills of Sale Act (1898)

Pawn Brokers Act (1902) - as amended by 150/80

Sale of Goods Act (1923)

Lay·by Sales Aci (1943)

Credit Act (1984)

Credit (Administration) Act (1984)

Commercial Tribunal Act (1984)

Credit (Home Finance Contracts) Act (1984)

Credit (Finance Brokers) Act (1984) Miscellaneous Acts (Credit) Repeal and Amendment Act (1984) Statutory and Other Offices Remuneration (Commercial Tribunal) Amendment Act (1984)


Registration of Interests in Goods Act (1986)

Credit (Rural Contracts) Act (1987)

LAW206I CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW 6cp LAW306 (Not offered in 1990)


Offered One semester



Content

This course commences with a study of the ways in which the courts have protected consumers and in particular the early device of implying tenns into contracts for the sale of goods and the treatment of "exclusion clauses." The course proceeds to a study of the protections afforded consumers by the sale of goods and hire purchase legislation, eg the implied terms as to fitness for purposeand merchantable quality. False or misleading advertising is studied in the context of the common law, s.32 of the Consumer Protection Act 1969 (NSW) and ss. 52 and 53 of the Trade Practices Act 1974. Legislation dealing with specific mischiefs in the consumer area and product safety standards and product infonnation standards are examined. The course concludes with a study of certain institutional structures of importance to consumers including State consumer affairs bodies, the Trade Practices Commission and small claims tribunals.

Texts To be advised

StatuJes

Consumer Claims Tribunals Act 1974 (NSW)

Consumer Protection Act 1969 (NSW)

Consumer Credit Act 1981 (NSW)

Hire Purchase Act 1960 (NSW)

Pyramid Sales Act 1974 (NSW)

Referral SaiesAcI1974 (NSW) Sale of Goods Act 1923 (NSW) (as amended by the

Commercial Transactions (Miscellaneous Provisions )Act 1974 (NSW)

Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth)

Unsolicited Goods and Services Act 1974 (NSW)

References

Borne, A. & Diamond, A.L. The Consumer, Society and the Law (Penguin)

Goldring, J.L. & Maher, L.w. ConsumerProtectionLaw inAustralia (Butterworths 1987)

Taperell, G.Q. Venneesch, R.Bet al

CCH

Trade Practices and Consumer Protection 3rd edn (Butterworths 1983)

Australian Consumer Sales & Credit Law Report~r

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LAW2071 TRADE PRACTICES LAW LAW307

Lecturer F. Bates


Offered Semester I

HOUTS 2 seminar hours per week


Conlem

6cp

The course deals generally with the operation of Part N of the Trade Practices ACl1974 (Com.) andin particular with the scope of the trade practices dealt with by the Act: e.g. various types of contract, arrangements and understandings which substantially lessen competition, monopolization, exclusive dealing, resale price maintenance, price discrimination and anti-competitive mergers. Also reference is made to the "economic and industrial torts" and the constitutional basis of the Act.

Texts

Miller, RV. Annotated Trade Practices Act (Law Book Co.) latest edition

Tapperell. G.Q. Venneesch, R.B. et al Trade Practices and Consumer Protection. 3rd edn (Butterworths 1983)

References

Neale, A.D. & Goyder, D.G. TheAntitrust Lawsofthe U.S A. 3rd edn (Cambridge U .P.)

Donald, B.G. & Heydon, I.D. Trade Practices Law 2 Vols(Law Book Co. 1978.)

C.C.H. Australian Trade Practices Reporter

C.C.H. Guidebook to Australia Trade Practices Law 4th edn 1986

Flemming,l.n The Law of Torts 6th edn (Law Book Co.)

LAW209 CRIMINAL LAW


Prerequisite Personal Liability Law

Hours

6cp

The course covers general principles of criminal responsibility and exculpation (5 hours).

Classes of crimes and specific offences (15 hours)

Criminal procedure and sentencing principles (6 hours)

Content

Thefirst five hours will cover the examination of the "aelus reus" "mens rea" elements in crimes and the exceptions which are strict responsibilil y; vicarious responsibility; non responsibility (infants, insane persons) and the special case of corporate responsibility

Crimes to be examined in the second (15 hour) element of the course will include: Homicide (Murder, Manslaughter, Suicide,

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Infanticide and Motor vehicle deaths): Sexual and non-sexual LAW211 COMPANY LAW 6cp

assaults: Property offences (Larceny, Robbery, Burglary etc). Lecturer T Presbury

The final part of the course will connect the principles of criminal responsibility: specific offences and their effect on the criminal trial. Some issues in sentencing will be considered at the end of the course.

Recommended Reading

O'Connor & Fairall Criminal Defences 2nd edn (1988)

Text

Gillies, P. NSW Crimes Act (1900) (as amended)

LAW210 FAMILY LAW

Lecturer F Bates

Prerequisites Foundations of Law; Personal Liability Law

Offered Semester II



ConJenJ

6cp

Prerequisite Company Law I

Offered Semester II

Hours 2 lecture hours and 1 tutorial/semester hour per week

Examination One 3 hour paper at year end

ConJent

The course will pursueamore detailed analysis of topics introduced in Company Law I and in addition will cover other selected areas of law concerning companies not dealt with in Company Law l. Also the course will analyse the law relating to other business organisations apart from companies such as trading trusts, unincorporated associations, partnerships, and joint ventures.


(Students will be advised early in the course which books should be purchased for their personal use)

Baxt, R An Introductions to Company Law (Law Book Co 1987)

Ffrench, HL Mason's Casebook on Australian company Law 4th edn (Butterworths 1983)

The law relating to the formaIisation and the dissolution of Hribar, Z

marriage. The response of the law to unformalised relationships. A Guide to Company Law 3rd edn (Law Book Co 1989)

Children and law as governed by state and federal legislation and case law: issues such as custody and access after dissolution of Lipton & Herzberg marriage, the legal position of children born outside of marriage Understanding Company Law 3rd edn (Law Book Co

and adoption will bediscussed. Therelationshlpof spouses to one 1988) another's property will be a specific topic. There will also be Pearson L consideration of aspects of family dysfunction such as intra- ' B'wterworths'StudentCompanions-CompanyLaw(1986)

spousal violence and child abuse. Vermeesch, RB & Lindgren, KE

Text Business Law of Australia 5th edn (Butterworths 1987)

Bates, F An Introduction to Family Law (Law Book co 1987)

Or

Bates, F and Turner, IN The Family Law Casebook (Law Book Co 1985)

References

Dickey, A Family Law (Law Book Co 1985)

CCH Guidebook to AustralianFamily Law 7th edn (CCH 1988)

Finlay, HA, Bradbrook, AI, Bailey-Harris, RJ Family Law: Cases and CommenJary (Butterworth 1986)

Finlay, HA and Bailey-Harris, RJ Family Law 4th edn (Butterworth 1989)

Bromley, PM and Lowe, NY Bromley' s Family Law 7th edn (Butterworth 1987)

Cretney,SM Principles of Family Law 4th edn (Sweet and Maxwell 1984)

Statutes

CCH AustralianNationalCompaniesandSecuritiesLegislation Current edn

LAW212 CONTRACT LAW 2

Lecturer J. Bentley

Prerequisites Contract Law 1, Personal Liability Law

Offered Semester II

6cp

Hours 21ecture hours and 1 tutorial hour per week

Examination One 3 hour mid-year examination. Otherassessment to be advised.

Content

The course will pursue a more detailed analysis of concepts introduced in Contract Law 1 and will include other selected areas such as mistake and statutory provisions affecting contracts.

Texts To be advised

LAW214 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND THE LAW

12cp


Prerequisite Foundations of Law

Offered Full year



Content

TIlls course will commence with significant 'hands-on' use of microcomputing facilities. Topics will include the use of software available on microcomputers, including spreadsheets, data base and word processing packages.

Other topics to be included: the creation and use of legal data bases; use of commercial legal information retrieval systems; legal implications of the use of computers, including the effect on data bases, software and hardware; data protection and privacy; data communications law; particular issues in evidence and discovery; computer related crime.

Texts To be advised

References

Blakeney, ML & McKeogh 1 Intellectual Property: Commentary and Materials (The Law Book Company Limited 1987)

Greenleaf, GW, Mowbray, AS & Lewis, DP Australasian Computerised Legal Information Handbook (Butterworths 1988)

Ricketson, S TheLawoflntellectualProperty (The Law BookCompany Limited 1984)

Statutes

CopyrighJ Act 1968(Qh)

Crimes Act 1914 (Cth)

Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth)

Patents Act 1952 (Cth)

Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

Telecommunications (Interception) Act 1979 (Cth)

Circuit Layouts Bill 1988 (Oh)

Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) Crimes (Computers and Forgery) Amendment Act 1989 (NSW)

Freedom of Information Act 1989 (NSW)

LAW321 SPECIAL TOPIC IN LAW 1, EVIDENCE

Lecturer F Bates

Prerequisites Foundations of Law

Offered Semester I


Examination One 3 hour closed book examination

6cp

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SECfIONFIVE

Content

The province and function of the law of evidence. The various basic evidential concepts. The functions of judge and jury. Presumptions. Competenceandcompellability of witnesses. The examination of witnesses. Corroboration of evidence and evidentiary privilege. The operation of the rule against hearsay. Evidence of opinion, character and by document.

Text

Bates, F Principles of Evidence 3rd edn (Law Book Co 1985)

References

Byrne, DM and Heydon, JD Cross on Evidence 3rd Aust edn (Butterworth 1986)

Tapper,C Cross on Evidence 6th edn (Butterworth 1985)

Gillies, P LAw of Evidence in Australia (Legal Books 1987)

Waight, PK and Williams, CR Cases and Materials on Evidence 2nd edn (Law Book Co 1985)

Forbes, JR Similar Facts (Law Book Co 1987)

Brown,RA Documentary Evidence in Australia (Law Book Co 1988)

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MANAGEMENT SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

Management Subject Descriptions MNGT201 MANAGEMENT 201

(Information Management)

Prerequisites At least two Group A Units (12cp)


Examination One end of semester examination

Content

6cp

This course will introduce decision support software available on microcomputers and develop proficiency in its use.

The Unit will conclude with a brief overview of the importance of information processing in today's business environment.

Significant 'hands-on' use of microcomputing facilities will be involved. Topics may include spreadsheets. data base, word processing and the DOS operating system.

Texts To be advised

MNGT202 MANAGEMENT 202 6cp (Management Strategies)

Prerequisites At least two Group A Units (l2cp)


Examinalion End of semester examination(s) together with insemester assignment(s)

Content

Management 202 is the introductory second year subject for all third yearsubjed.sin theareas of Organisational Studies, Marketing and Enterprise Studies. Knowledge of the work covered in Management 202 will be assumed at the 300 level. Management 202 incorporates a module of about four weeks for each of the third year subject areas (Organisation Studies, Marketing and Enterprise Studies).

Texts

Reynolds W, Savage, W, Williams, A Your Own Business: A practical guide to success (Nelson 1989)

MNGT301 MANAGEMENT 301 (Behaviour in Organisations)

Prerequisite Management 202

HOUTS 2 lecture hours per week


Content

6cp

As a field of study organizational behaviour uses the scientific method, is inter-disciplinary, studies individuals groups, organizations, and the environment, borrows heavily theories, models and concepts from the behavioural sciences, is contingency oriented and emphasises application. In studying the impacts of behavioural sciences on business organizations these perspectives will be emphasized.

Text and References To be advised

SECfION FIVE

MNGT302 MANAGEMENT 302 (personnel Management)

Prerequisites Management 202

Advisory prerequisite Foundations of Law


6cp

Examinations Onemid-semester, oneend of semesterexaminatioo

Content

The purpose of this course is to review human resource management problems, policies and practices - the impact of legislation, personnel planning and staffing, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation and unionmanagement relations, and research in human resource management.

Texts To be advised.

MNGT311 MANAGEMENT 311 6cp (principles of Marketing)



Examination Qass Test, Assignment and Final Semester Examination

Content

The course introduces basic concepts/frameworks in marketing. A strategic management perspective is developed. Topics include the marketing environment, market segmentation, new product development, promotional mix, pricing strategies and distribution management.

Text

Stanton, Miller et al Principles of Marketing(McGraw-Hill 1987) lst edn (Prentice-Hall 1983)

MNGT321 MANAGEMENT 321 (Information Systems Analysis)




Content

6cp

Structured analysis and design methodology will be introduced. Specific topiCS include: Characteristics of a system, information systems, the role of the system analyst, the system life cycle, interview techniques, report writing, documentation techniques (data flow diagrams, data dictionary, flowcharts, etc), costbenefit analysis, implementation techniques.

Texts To be advised

MNGT322 MANAGEMENT 322 6cp (Information Systems Design)




MANAGEMENT SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS!

Content

UsingthetechniquesintroducedinManagement321 (Information Systems Analysis) students will work in smaIl groups to design and implement small on-line computer based infonnation processing systems. Specific topics include: file design teclmiques, fonn design, security controls and backup, system testing and implementation, the on-going maintenance of systems.

Texts To be advised

MNGT323 MANAGEMENT 323 (Commercial Programming)

6cp

Prerequisite ComputerSciencelor Introduction to Programming



Content

COBOL as a business data processing and me organisation language. Basic concepts of file handling and maintenance. Sequential, relative and indexed sequential file organisation.

Structured techniques, as applied to COBOL programming, are emphasised. Structure diagrams, pseudo-code, programming standards, etc.

Students areexpected to complete assignments using both COBOL 74 and COBOL 85.

Texts To be advised

MNGT331 MANAGEMENT 331 6cp (Enterprise Management)



Examination End of semester examination(s) together with insemester assignments

Content

This subject examines the practice of enterprise and the process of achieving excellence in performance in business enterprises. Specific topics include:

'" the process of creating business enterprise

'" necessary areas of sk.i.1l and experience (technical, managerial and entrepreneurial)

'" the characteristics of successful enterprises

'" the criteria for excellence in business

* the management process in growing ventures and their role and significance in society and the economy

'" the growth versus survival dilemma

'" stage theory and major crisis points in growth patterns of small enterprises

'" the nature and practice of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship (corporate venturing)

'" strategic management - creating competitive advantage

'" venture capital, management buyouts, turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions

TexI To be advised

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SEcrlON FIVE

Department Of Statistics Statistics has been described as the science of turning data into infonnation. TItis involves collecting, presenting and analysing data. interpreting the results and using them to draw conclusions or make decisions. The principles of Statistics are based on ideas from the philosophy of science and mathematics and, more recently. insights from cognitive science and developments in computing. Computers play anessentialrolein data management and analysis. Statistics is a practical subject. It involves designing experimental plans and sampling procedures, calculating how many subjects or objects should be studied and determining how the measurements should be made in order to obtain data which are reliable, accurate and relevant.Methods of statistical inference, based on mathematics, including probability theory. are used to decide what conclusions can validly be drawn from the data

The Statistics Department offers subjects from the 100 level through to the Honours level as well as research degrees.

For a major in Statistics a student should take the following subjects:

Year I: STATIOI and MATHI02 orMATHI02and MATHI03

Choose other subjects worth 36 credit points from Level 100

Year 2: STATIIO,STAT202, STAT203, andSTAT204


Year 3: STATIOI, STATI02, STATI03, STATI04


Year 4: STAT401 toSTAT4II

48 credit points selected from the list.

STATiOl- INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS 6cp

Offered Semester II

Prerequisite(s) This course does not assume lmowledge of calculus or matrix algebra

Hours 3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour and 1 tutorial hour per week

Content

Study design, including surveys and controlled experiments. Sampling and randomization. Scales of measurement. Descriptive and exploratory data analysis. Probability. Statistical inference: sampling distributions, confidence intelVals and hypothesis tests for means and proportions. Correlation and regression. Time series analysis. Chi-square tests for frequency tables. The statistical computing programme MINITAB will be used extensively.

Texts To be advised

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STATISTICS SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

References

Freedman, D Pisani, R and PuIVis, R Statistics (Norton New York 1978)

Ryan, BF, Joiner, BL and Ryan, TA MINfTAB Handbook 2nd edn (Duxbury 1985)

Miller, RB MINrrAB Handbookfor BusifU!sS and Economics (PWSKent, Boston 1988)

MINrrAB Reference Manual

ST A T20! MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS 6cp

Offered Semester I

Prerequisite In 1990 Mathematics I and from 1991 either MA THI03 or Introductory Statistics (ST ATI 01) and MATH! 02 (or a level of mathematics equivalent to MATHI02).

Hours 3 lecture hours and Ilaboratory/lutorial hour per week

Content

Probability theory, random variables, probability distributions. Sampling distributions, parameter estimation, confidence intervals. Hypothesis testing, significance levels,power. t-, Fand chi-squared tests. QJality control.

Text

Larsen, RJ and Marx, ML An Introduction to Mathematical Statistics and its Applications 2nd edn (Prentice-Hall 1986)

STAT202 REGRESSION ANALYSIS 6cp

Offered Semester IT

Prerequisite( s) In 1990 Mathematical Statistics (STA 1'201) and from 1991 Mathematical Statistics (ST A 1'201) or Introductory Statistics (STATI01) and MATH102 (or equivalent)

Hours 2 lecture hours, 1 laboratory and 1 tutorial hour per week

Content

Simple linear and multiple regression. linear Models. Variabie selection. Diagnostics. Regression approach to analysis of variance. Non-linearregression. This course covers the practical and theoretical aspects of multiple regression analysis, including the assumptions underlying nonnallinear models, point estimates, confidence intervals and prediction, variable reduction methods, examination of the adequacy of models, analysis of variance and covariance, interaction tenns and use of statistical computer packages.

Texts To be advised

Reference

Draper, NR, and Smith, H Applied Regression Analysis (Wiley 1981)

Daniel, C and Wood, FS Fitting Equations to Data (Wiley 1971)

Seber,GAP Linear Regression Analysis (NY Wiley 1977)

SEcrlON FIVE

STAT203 QUEUES & SIMULATION 3cp

Offered Semester I

Prerequisite In 1990, Mathematics I or Mathematics IS and from 1991 MATHI02. FortheBSc degree STAT204 would also have to be taken. This course covers topics specifically required for Computer Science but is also relevant for Statistics and other disciplines.

Hours 2lecture/laboratory hours per week

Content

Queues. Random number generation. Simulation, including the use of SIMSCRIPT.

Text Nil

References

Morgan,BIT EJenwnts of Simulation (Chapman and Hall 1984)

Ross, S Stochastic Processes (Wiley 1983)

STAT204 NON.PARAMETRIC STATISTICS 3cp

Offered Semester IT

Prerequisite( s) In 1990, Mathematical Statistics (STA 1'210) and from 1991 Mathematical Statistics (STA 1'201) or Introductory Statistics (STATI01) and MATHI02 (or equivalent).

Corequisite STA 1'203 for the BSc degree


Content

Chi-square tests for goodness of fit and contingency tables. Rank tests. Robust methods of data analysis.


STAT20S ENGINEERING STATISTICS 3 cp

Offered Semester I

Prerequisite In 1990 Mathematics I and from 1991 MA THI 02. This subject is mainly taken by students in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering but is also available to other students.


Contems

Basic probability theory and principles of statistical inference. Distributions. Error propagation. Quality control.

Texts To be advised

References

Chatfield, C Statistics for Technology 3rd eOO (Chapman and Hall 1983)

Guttman, I, Wilks, SS, Hunter, JS Introductory EngifU!ering Statistics 3rd edn (Wiley 1982)


STATJO! STATISTICAL INFERENCE 6cp

Offered Semester I

Prerequisite In 1990, Statistics II and from 1991 Mathematical Statistics (STATIO!). Regression Analysis (STAT202) and MATH201 (ora subject equivalenttoMATH201 ,iemultivariable calculus).


Content

Statistical inference is the dmwiog of conclusions from data and this course is concerned with the theory and practice of that process. The main emphasis is on likelihood-based methods of estimation and hypothesis - testing. but other topics to be covered may include: special distributions, transformed variables, some re-sampling and other computer-based techniques.

References

Kalbfleisch, JG Probability and Statistical Inference II (Springer 1979)

Hogg. RV and Craig, AT Introduction to Mathematical Statistics 4th edn (Collier MacMillan 1978)

Silvey, SD Statistical Inference (Chapman and Hall 1978)

Cox. DR and Hinkley, OV Theoretical Statistics (Chapman and Ha1l1974)

STAT302 STUDY DESIGN

Offered Semester I

6cp

Prerequisite In 1990. Statistics II and from 1991 Mathematical Statistics (ST A T201) and Regression Analysis (ST AT202)


Content

This course contrasts two methods for collecting and analysing data: experimental studies and non-experimental studies including surveys. The topics included to illustrate the principles of experimental design are completely randomised designs, randomised block designs and factorial designs. For surveys the topics include: simple random sampling, stratified and cluster sampling, ratio and regression estimators. Class projects are used to illustrate practical problems and the statistical packages B MOP and SAS are used to carry out analyses.

Texts To be advised

Reference

Cochran, WG Sampling Techniques 3rd edn (Wiley 1977)

Kish,L Survey Sampling (Wiley 1965)

Neter, I, Wassennan, W and Kutner. MH Applied Linear Statistical Models (Irwin 1983)

Cochran. WG and Cox, GM Experimental Designs (Wiley 1964)

Box, GEP, Hunter, WG et a1 Statistics for Experiments (Wiley 1978)

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SECfION FIVE

STAT303 GENERALISED LINEAR MODELS 6cp

Offered Semester n Prerequisite Statistical Inference (ST A TIOt)

Hours 3 hOllI'S per week

Content

The course covers the theory of generalised linear models and illustrates the ways in which methods for analysing continuous, binary, and categorical data fit into this framework. Topics include the exponential family of distributions, maximum likelihood estimation, sampling distributions for goodness·of-fit statistics, linear models for continuous data (regression and analysis of variance), logistic regression, and log-linear models. Students will implement these methods using various computer packages, including GUM.

Text

Dobson, AJ An Inlroduction 10 Generalized Linear Modelling (Chapman & Hall 1989)

References

McCullagh, P and NeIder, JA GeMralized Linear ModeJs (Chapman & Hall 1983)

Aitkin, M et at Statistical Modelling in GLlM (Oxford Science Publications 1989)

STAT304 TIME SERIES ANALYSIS

Offered Semester 2

Prerequisite Statistical Inference (ST A T301)


Content

6cp

This course is about the theory and practice of Time Series Analysis - the analysis of data collected at regular intervals in time (or space). Topics covered include: stationary processes, ARMA models, models for periodic phenomena and analysis using MINIT AB and other Time Series packages.

Texts Nil

References

Cryer,JD Time Series Analysis (Duxbury Press 1986)

Fuller, WA Introduction to Statistical Time Series (Wiley 1976)

Box, GEP and Jenkins, GM

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Time Series Analysis: Forecasting and Control (Holden Day 1976)


STATISTICS HONOURS 48 cp

This is the 4th year honours course in statistics.

Prerequisite for 1990 Statistics ill and another Part ill subject

Hours Courses and project work

Content

Students are required to take 4-6 coursework topics of which at least three must be chosen from Level 400 units offered by the Department of Statistics. Students are also required to complete project work which can be worth 12, 18, or 24 credit points, to be detennined by consultation with the Head of Department. The results of the project are to be presented in a thesis. The project may be a practical one involving the analysis of data, or a theoretical one. Work on the project nonnally starts early in February. Level 400 units offered in 1990 are:

STAT401 PROBABIUTY THEORY

STAT402 ANALYSIS OF CATEGORICAL DATA

STAT403 DEMOGRAPHY ANDSURVN ALANALYSIS

STAT404 ROBUST REGRESSION AND SMOOTHING STAT405 STATISTICAL CONSULTING

STAT406 METHODS FOR QUAUTY IMPROVEMENT

STAT408-11 PROJECT (6, 12, 18 or 24cp)

STAT401 PROBABIUTY THEORY 6cp

This is arigorous course on the mathematical theory of probability, presenting techniques and theory needed to establish limit theorems. The applications of such techniques are spread throughout the discipline of Statistics.

Topics covered include: elementary measure theory, random variables, expectation, the characteristic function, modes of convergence, laws of large numbers, central limit theorems, law of the iterated logarithm.

References

Billingsley, P Probability and Measure (Wiley 1979)

Breiman, L Probability (Addison-Wesley 1%8)

Chung,KL A course in Probability Theory 2nd edn (Academic Press 1974)

Moran, PAP An Introduction to Probability Theory (Oxford University Press 1968, 1984)

STAT402 ANALYSIS OF CATEGORICAL DATA 6cp

The course will discuss the analysis of categorical data It will begin with a thorough coverage of 2x2 tables before moving on to larger (!Xc) contingency tables. Topics to be covered include probability models for categorical data., measures of association, measures of agreement, the Mantel-Haenszel method for combining tables, applications of logistic regression and loglinear models.

SECf10N FIVE

References

Bishop, YMM, Feinberg, SEet al Discrete Multivariate Analysis: Theory and Practiced (MIT Press 1975)

Reiss, JL Statistical Methods for Rates and Proportions 2nd edn (Wiley 1982)

STAT403 DEMOGRAPHY AND SURVIVAL 6cp ANALYSIS

This course presents a mathematical treatment of the techniques used in population projections, manpowerstumes, and the sUlvival models used in demography and biostatistics.

Text

Lawless, J Statistical Models and Methodsfor Lifetime Data (Wiley 1982)

References

Cox, DR and Oakes, D Analysis of Survival Data (Chapman & Hall 1984)

Elandt-Johnson, RC and Johnson, NL Survival Models and Data Analysis (Wiley 1980)

Kalbfleisch, JD and Prentice, RL The Statistical Analysis of Failure Time Data (Wiley 1980)

Keyfitz, N Applied Mathematical Demography (Wiley 1977)

Keyfitz, N Introduction to the MathemaJics of Population (AddisonWesley 1968)

Pollard, JH Mathematical Models for the Growth of Human Populations (Cambridge U.P. 1975)

STAT404 ROBUST REGRESSION AND SMOOTHING

6cp

The main theme is the use of the computer to fit models to data when the assumption of traditional models may not be satisfied or when it is not known in advance what form of model is appropriate. Topics to be covered include: concepts of robustness, Lt -, M- and high breakdown estimation in linear regression, scatterplot smoothers (eg ACE, LOESS and splines), kernel regression and methods for choosing the amount of smoothing, and radical approaches (eg CART and projection pursuit).

References

Eubank, RL Spline Smoothing and Nonparametric Regression (M Dekker, New York 1988)

Hampel, FR, Ronchetti, EM et al Robust Statistics; the Approach Based on Influence Functions (Wiley New York 1986)

STATISTICS SUBJECf DESCRIPTIONS

Rousseeuw. PJ and leroy, AM Robust Regression and Outlier Detection (Wiley New York 1987)

STAT40S STATISTICAL CONSULTING 6cp

The aim of this course is to develop both the statistical and nonstalistical skills required for a successful consultant. The course includes a study of the consulting literature. a review of commonly-used statistical procedures, problem fonnulation and solving, analysis of data sets, report writing and oral presentation, role playing and consulting with actual clients.

Texts and References To be advised.

STAT406 METHODS FOR QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

6cp

The course will cover the concepts of total quality management, the Deming philosophy and relevant statistical techniques. Simple methods such as flow charts and Pareto diagrams will be covered, in addition to the various types of control charts and process capability analysis. Modem experimental design techniques for optimizing process performance will be included. The course is a practical one, and the issues involved in actually implementing a quality and productivity improvement programme in an organisation will be addressed.

Texts and References To be advised.

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SECTION FIVE

Description of Major Subjects from Other Faculties

Department of Geography GEOGlOl INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL 6cp

GEOGRAPHY

Lecturers Professor EA Colhoun, Drs RJ Loughran and GN McIntyre

Prerequisites Nil

Offered Semester I

HOUTS 2hours lectures and2hours of practical work per week for one semester. A one day excursion.

Examination Progressive assessment and one 2 hour end of semester paper

Content

An introduction to physical geography including meteorology and climate; the influence of geomorphic proces ses on landf arms; weathering, rivers, ice, frost, wind and the sea; the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the soil and the development of soil profiles; environmental and historical factors that influence plant distribution.

Practical work includes an introduction to the study of climatic data and maps, and the use of topographic maps and aerial photographs for landfonn analysis.

Texts

Briggs, D and Smithson, P Fundamentals of Physical Geography (Hutchinson paperback 1985)

GEOGl02 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN 6cp GEOGRAPHY

Lecturers Ass.Prof. JCR Camm, Dr W A Jonas, Ms MR Hall and MrKWLee

Prerequisites Nil

Offered Semester II

Hours 2 hours lectures and 2hours of practical work per week for one semester. A one-day excursion.

Examination Progressive assessment and one 2 hour paper at the end of the semester.

Content

An introduction to human geography including cultural, population, economic, development and urban geography.

Practical work includes an introduction to elementary statistical data and its presentation by thematic maps in human geography.

Texts

Haggett, P

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Geography: amodern synthesis3rdedn paperback (Harper & Row)

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR SUBJECTS FROM ornER FACULTIES

Department Of Compnter Science COMPlOl COMPUTER SCIENCE 1



l2cp

Prerequisites Entry to this subject by students other than those enrolledintheBCompScandBE(ComputerEngineering)degree programmes is limited by quota See the Faculty Secretary for details.


Content

Introduction to the following aspects of computer science: The design of algorithms. The theory of algorithms. How algorithms are executed as programmes by a computer. The functions of system software (compilers and operating systems). Applications of computers. Social issues raised by computers. An extensive introduction to programming Pascal and afunctional programming language.

Texts to be advised.

INFOlOl INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION 6cp SYSTEMS

Lecturer To be advised.

Prerequisite Nil

Hours 3 lecture hours and 2 tutorial hours


Content

Computers have made it possible to store and retrieve massive amount of data, the ''information age" is now a reality. This course introduces the skills and concepts needed to fully exploit the power of this new tool.

Aftercompletion of the subject students will understand how and why organisations build and use informalion systems, will be able to document information flow through particular systems, and will be able to use the microcomputer as a personal support tool.

The course provides a solid grounding in computers and theiruse, which today is important for all students, irrespective of the discipline which they are studying.

Topics covered include:

The evolution of computer hardware and software.

Systems and their characteristics, the components of an Information System(hardware, software, dala and people). Examples of computer based Information Systems.

Problems which can/cannot be solved using computers. Types of information systems, fonnal/informal, public/private. Types of problems structured/unstructured.

The computer as a personal support tool, word-processing, spreadsheets, dala base management.

Systems Analysis, understanding and documenting infonnation systems, structured analysis and design, dataflow diagrams, dala dictionaries, modularity, information hiding.

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'The importance of people in the information network, the social, organisational and personal implications of computer based jnfonnation systems.

Extending the information network, the need for integration of data. Networks (LANs, W ANs etc), electronic mail, electronic data interchange.

Future trends, Decision Support, End User Computing, Expert Systems, SOL's, alternative development methodologies.

Texts To be advised

References

Behan, K and Holmes, D Understanding Information Technology, (Prentice-Hall 1986)

DeMarco, T Structured Analysis and System Specification (PrenticeHaIl 1978)

Gane, C and Sarson, T Structured Systems Analysis: Tools and Techniques (Prentice-HaIl 1979)

Ingalsbe, L BusiTU!sS Applications Software for the IBM PC (Merrill 1988)

Jackson, MA Principles of Programme Design (Academic Press London)

Shelly, G, Cashman, T and Waggoner, G Computer Concepts with Microcomputer Applications (Boyd and Fraser 1989)

Shore,B Introduction to Computer Information Systems (HRW 1988)

Szymanski R. Szymanski, D, Morris, N and Pulschen, D Introduction to Computers and Information Systems (Merrill 1988)

INFOl02 INTRODUCTION TO STORAGE AND MANAGEMENT


Prerequisite Introduction to Information Systems

Hours 3 lecture hours and 2 tutorial hours


Content

6cp

The design and implementation of the data repository for any computer based information systems is a skilled and extremely critical task. Overall performance of the system will be seriously compromised by aninefficient data storage and retrieval strategy.

This course introduces the tools needed to design, implement and maintain computer based database systems. It will be of particular interest for students who will need to design and/or access large databases regularly in their chosen profession.

Topics covered include:

Storage and representation of data in computer systems. Data

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR SUBJECTS FROM OrnER FACULTIES

types, records, file structures and access mechanisms. Standard file maintenance procedures.

Introduction to COBOL, a business/file oriented third generation language.

Semanticdatamodelling,entity/relationshipmodelling,functional dependence and other constraints on attribute values.

Introduction to database management systems, the hierarchical, network and relational models. Data manipulation languages, with particular emphasis on relational techniques using SQL.

Physical data base design, normalisation.

Advanced topics, three level conceptual structure of a database system, transactions (back/up recovery), security/privacy, etc.


References

Behan, K and Holmes, D Understanding Information Technology (Prentice-Hall 1986)

Bradley, J Introduction to Data Base Management (HRW 1987)

Chen, P (ed) Entity-Relationship Approach to Systems Analysis and Design (North-Holland 1980)

Dale, C An Introduction to Database Systems (Addison-Wesley 1986)

Grauer, R Structured COBOL Programming (Prentice-Hall 1985)

Ingalsbe, L BusiTU!sS Applications Software for the IBM PC (Merrill 1988)

Jackson, MA Principles of Program Design (Academic Press London 1975)

JuJiff, P Program Design (Prentice-Hall 1986)

Nijsenn, G and Halpin, T Conceptual Schema and Relational Data Base Design (1989 Prentice-HaIl)

Philippakis, A and Kazimer, L Structured COBOL (McGraw-Hili 1986)

Shelly, G, Cashman, T and Waggoner, G Computer Concepts with Microcomputer Applications (Boyd & Fraser 1989)

Younlen, E (ed) Classics in Software EngiTU!ering (Yourden New York 1979)

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SECfrON FIVE

Department Of Modern Languages JAPANESE

The object of the course is to equip students with a working knowledge of the language so that they may make use of it in employment as well as in such disciplines as Japanese commerce, economics, geography, history, llnguistics,litemture and sociology in the corresponding Departments.

JPNllO ELEMENTARY JAPANESE


Prerequisite Nil

Hours 6 class hours per week

Offered Full year


ConJenJ

12cp

An introduction to the phonology and structure of the language with practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Texl

Mizutani, 0 & N An Introduction to Modern Japanese (The Japan Times)

References

Sakade, F A Guide to Reading and Writing Japanese (Tuttle)

Japan Foundation Basic Japanese-English Dictionary (Bonjinsha)

Takahashi, M Pocket Romanised English-Japanese Dictionary

JPN210 INTERMEDIATE SPOKEN JAPANESE

12cp

Prerequisite Elementary Japanese (JPNI10) or equivalent

Corequisites Intermediate Written Japanese (JPN220)

Offered Full Year

Hours 4 class hours per week


ConJen!

Spoken Japanese at Intermediate Level

Texls

Mizutani, 0 & N An InJroduction to Modern Japanese (The Japan Times)

Soga, M et al Standard Japanese (Taishukan)

References

McQain, YM HandbookofModernJapaneseGrammar(TheHokuseido Press)

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DESCRlPTION OF SUBJECTS FROM OTIIER FACULTIES

Department of Mathematics LEVEL 100 MATHEMATICS SEMESTER SUBJECTS

The usual route for a major study of Mathematics beyond first year starts with MATHI02 in first semester, followed by MATHI03 in second semester. However, entry at this point requires an adequate level of knowledge and skill. At the time of writing, the minimum level is indicated by a mark of at least 110 out of 150 in 3-unit Mathematics at the New South Wales HSC examination.

Any student with less than this level of knowledge or skill must start with MA THI 01 in first semester, followed by MATHI02, which is repeated in the second semester. This combination allows entry to just four of the sixteen level - 200 subjects in Mathematics. Such a student could take MA THI 03 inalateryear to meet the prerequisites for further mathematics subjects.

Note that MATH101 is neither available nor appropriate for a student who has perfonned substantially above the minimum level for entry to MATH102jl03.

MATH101 MATHEMATICS 101

Prerequisite Secondary school mathematics at HSC level

Offered Semester I

6cp

Hours 6 hours per week of workshops and tutorials in first semester


ConJen!

Elementary algebra. The Binomial theorem. elementary calculus. The ideas of convergence (including finding roots). Vector geometry. row reduction of equations. Proof by induction. A brief introduction to complex numbers.

Text University of Newcastle Mathematics 101 W orksheetBook (1990)

References

Johnson, RM Calculus (Ellis Horwood 1987)

Ash, C and Ash, RB Thi! Calculus Tutoring Book (IEEE Press 1987)

Students taking both MATHl 01 and MATHI02 should also note the text and references for MA 111102.

MATH102 MATHEMATICS 102 6cp

Prerequisites Either a satisfactory performance in 3 unit Mathematics at the NSW Higher School Certificate (see notes above) or equivalent or MATHI0l.

Offered Semester I and Semester II

Hours 4 lecture hours and 2 tutorial hours per week

Examination one 3 hour paper.

ConJenJs

Calculus of functions of a single variable. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Taylor's series. Differential equations. An

SECfION FIVE

introduction to the calculus of function of two variables. Matrix algebra. Eigenvalues, eigenvectors.

Texts University of Newcastle Mathematics I Tutorial Notes (1990)

Walters, RFC and Wehrhahn, K Calculus I 2nd edn (Cars law Publications 1989)

References

Ayres, F Calculus (Schaum 1974)

Edwards, CH and Penney. DE Calculus and Analytical Geometry (Prentice-Ha1l1982)

Anton, H Elementary Linear Algebra 5th edn (Wiley 1987)

Farrand, S and Poxton, NJ Calculus (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1984)

Stein, SK Ca1culusandAnalytical Geometry 3rdedn (McGraw-Hill 1982)

MATHl03 MATHEMATICS 103

Prerequisite MA TH1 02 (Mathematics I - part I)

Offered Semester II

Hours 4 lecture hours and 2 tutorial hours per week


ConJenJ

6cp

Binomial Theorem. Complex numbers. Numerical mathematics and computing. Vector geometry and linear algebra: vector spaces, linear maps. convergence of sequences and series. Algebra of limits. An introduction to statistics: exploratory data analysis, uncertainty and random variation, probability, useofMINITAB.

Texls

University of Newcastle Mathematics I tutorial notes (1990)

Freedman, D Pisani et al Statistics (WW Norton & Co 1978)

Giles, JR Real Analysis: An Introductory Course (Lecture notes in Mathematics, University of Newcastle No 6)

Johnson, RS & Vinson, TO EJemenJary Linear Algebra (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 1987)

Chapman, CRJ Introduction to Mathematical Analysis (RKP 1973)

Brisley, W Notesfor Linear Algebra (Lecture notes in Mathematics, University of Newcastle No 5)

DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECTS FROM OlHER FACULTIES

MATH199 TRANSITION MATHEMATICS

Prerequisite Mathematics IS

Offered Full year

Hours 3 hours per week of lectures and tutorials

Examination One 2 hour paper at the end of each semester.

ConJenJ

Selected parts of Mathematics 1 02and Mathematics 1 03, covering linear algebra, some abstract algebra, and some elements of real analysis. This is a conversion course for students who need to upgrade from Mathematics IS.

Texts See MATH102 & MATHl03

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SECTION FIVE

Department Of Psychology

PSYCIOI PSYCHOLOGY INTRODUCTION 1 6cp

Prerequisites Nil

Offered Semester I

Hours Five hours per week

Examination One 2 hour paper and three written laboratory reports

Content

1) Introductory Methodology and Statistics for psychology

2) Biological Foundations

3) Perception and Learning

Texts

1) General- any recent comprehensive text on General Psychology or Introduction to Psychology. The following alternatives are recommended (others may be added later).

Myers Psychology lst and 2nd edns (Worth)

Krebs and Blackman Psychology, A First Encounter (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich)

2) For statistics section of course.

Howell,OC Fundamental Statistics for the Behavioural Sciences 1st and 2nd edn (Duxbury)

References To be advised.

PSYCI02 PSYCHOLOGY INTRODUCTION 2

Prerequisites PSYCI01

Offered Semester II

Hours 5 per week

6cp

Examination One·2 hour paper and three written laboratory reports.

Content

1) Cognition

2) Social Psychology

3) Developmental Psychology

Texts

1) General-as for PSYCI01

2) For Social Psychology

Callan, Gallais & Noller Social Psychology (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Sydney)

References To be advised.

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DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECTS FROM OTIIER FACULTIES

Department Of Sociology

SOCIOI INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY A 6cp

Prerequisite Nil

Offered Semester I, Day and Evening

Hours 3 hours lectures per week

Assessment Class work, essay, exam

Conten!

lbis course gives a general introduction to sociology with an emphasis on relations of inequality in society. It is concerned with aspects of social inequality in Australian Society. Following a brief introduction to the subject of Sociology and some basic concepts used by sociologists to assist the understanding of society, we will look at some of the histories, structures and practices of social inequality in Australia. a number of specific aspects of Australian society and culture will be examined. These include class, industry and relations bet ween Aborigines, migrants and other Australians in which the importance of colonisation, migration and the development of capitalism is the central focus, and gender relations where the main focus will be on the contexts of 'work' and home.

Texts

Abercrombie, N, Hill, S et al Dictionary of Sociology (penguin 1984)

Najman, J & Western, J (eds) A Sociology of Australian Society: Introductory Readings (Macmillan 1988)

Worsley, P (ed) The New Introducing Sociology (penguin 1987)

Recommended Reading

Russell, C & Schofield, T Where It Hurls (Allen & Unwin 1986)

SOCI02 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 8 6cp

Prerequisite SOCIOI

Offered Semester II, Day and Evening

Hours 3 hours lectures per week

Assessmen! Classwork, essay, exam

Con!ent

lbis course has two main lecture components

a) Deviance, Inequality and Control. The popular image of the deviant is of one who, for whatever reason fails to confonn to generally accepted standards of behaviour. 1bis commonsense assumption will be questioned through discussion of certain forms of 'deviance' • juvenile delinquency, drug taking, unemployment and street crime, mental illness, race and violence. lbis discussion will be placed in the wider context of inequality and social injustice, and in this light our focus will be threefold. First, how certain types of deviancy are identified and acted upon. Second, the practical activities of social control agencies (eg the court system, the mental hospital) in the processing of deviants. Third, the role of the mass media in the construction of deviant images and as an agency of social control.

SECfIONFIVE

Text

Worsley, P (ed) The New Introducing Sociology (penguin 1987)

Recommended Reading

Goffman, E Asylums (penguin 1968)

b) Mediaand Society begins with an examination of the ownership and control of the mass media and advertising in Australia. particular aspects of the media (eg news, magazine and television advertising) are then considered in some detail, both in tenns of their explicit content and also the hidden messages conveyed by their language and imagery. The relationship of the mass media to social inequality in Australian society is a central issue throughout.

Text

Windschuttle, K The Media (Penguin 1985)

Recommended Reading

Berger, J Ways of Seeing (BBC/Pcnguin 1981)

Bonney, B & Wilson, H Australia's Commercial Media (Macmillan 1983)

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR SUBJECfS FROM OTHER FACULTIES

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SECTION SIX

REGULATIONS GOVERNING POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Postgraduate Courses Postgraduate studies may be undertaken within the departments of Commerce, Economics, Law and Management leading to the Diploma in Management, the Diploma in Taxation Studies, the Diploma in Economic Studies or the Diploma in Welfare Law, and to MBA, Meom, MLaw and PhD degrees.

In the Department of Economics candidates may study for the MasterofCommercedegree by research and thesis. The Diploma in Economic Studies has been introduced to cater for those candidates not wishing to pursue a Master of Commerce degree course. Subjects which may be included in the Diploma are specified in the schedule of subjects prescribed by the Faculty Board. The Department of Economics also accepts candidates for the Master of Arts degrees.

IntheDepartmentofCommercethedegreeofMasterofCommerce may be taken by research and thesis. The Diploma in Taxation Studies has been introduced and is aimed at three distinct groups:

Tax Office employees;

graduates seeking CPA specialist qualification in Taxation with the ASA; and

Bachelor of Commerce graduates who wish to do further study in Taxation.

In the Department of Law the degrees of Master of Commerce and Master of Law may be taken by research and thesis. The Diploma in Welfare Law has been introduced for professionally qualified social welfare workers, government employees, teachers and members of the legal profession.

The Faculty introduced a Master of BUsiness Administration degree course in 1978. Full details of the course are available in the handbook for that degree. Candidates for registration are

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required to present test scores from the Graduate Management Admission Test.

A number of postgraduate scholarships are available to candidates who have obtained a good honours degree to enable them to undertake full-time research, and prospective candidates currently enrolled in the University of Newcastle are asked to consult the Head of Department not later than the mid-semester break: of the final (Honours) year. Full details of recurrent scholarships are posted from time to timeon departmental notice boards. Conditions of award of higher degrees and diplomas are given in the following pages.

Regulations Governing Postgraduate Diplomas 1. (1) These Regulations prescribe the conditions and requirements

relating to the Diplomas in Accounting and Finance, Economic Studies, Industrial Relations, Legal Studies, Management, Taxation Studies and Welfare Law.

(2) In these Regulations, unless the context or subject matter otherwise indicates or requires:

"course" means the programme of studies as prescribed in the Schedule to qualify a candidate for the award of the Diploma;

"the Dean" means the Dean of the Faculty;

"the diploma" means the Diploma in Accounting and Finance. the Diploma in Economic Studies, the Diploma in Industrial Relations, the Diploma in Legal Studies. the Diploma in Management, the Diploma in Taxation Studies and the Diploma in Welfare Law, as the case may be;

SECfIONSIX

"department" means the department or departments offering a particular subject and includes any other body doing so;

"Faculty"meanstheFacultyofEconomicsandCommerce;

"Faculty Board" means the Faculty Board of the Faculty;

"relevant department" means the department designated as such in the schedule;

"schedule" means the schedule to these Regulations relevant to the COUrse in which a person is enrolled or proposing to enrol;

"subject" means any part of the course for which a result may be recorded.

(3) The Diploma shall be conferred in one grade only.

2.(1) To be eligible for admission to candidature an applicant shall, subject to any prescription in the Schedule:

(a)(i) have satisfied the requirements for admission to adegreeofbachelorin the University of Newcastle; or

(ii) have satisfied the requirements for admission to a degree or equivalent qualification, approved for the purpose by the Faculty Board, in another tertiary institution; or

(iii) have such other qualification and experience as may be approved by the Faculty Board on the reoommendationoftheHeadoftherelevantdepaJtmenl or otherwise as may be specified in the schedule; and

(b) have satisfied such other requirements as may be prescribed in the schedule.

(2) Unless otherwise specified in the schedule an application for admission to candidature shall be considered by the Faculty Board which may approve or reject any application.

3. A graduate of this or of another university or approved tertiary institution may be granted standing by the Faculty Board on such conditions as the Faculty Board may determine.

4.(1) The Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Head of the Department, may prescribe prerequisites and/or corequisites for any subject offered by that department.

(2) Except with the approval of the Dean, a candidate may not enrol in a subject unless that candidate has satisfied any prerequisite and has already passed or concurrently enrols in or is already enrolled in any subject prescribed as its corequisite.

5.(1) In any year a candidate shall enrol only in those subjects approved by the Dean or the Dean's nominee.

(2) A candidate will not be permitted to enrol in any subject which is substantially equivalent to one which that candidate has previously counted towards a degree or diploma

6.(1) A candidate may withdraw from a subject orthe course only by infonning the Secretary to the University in writing and the withdrawal shall take effect from the date of receipt of such notification.

(2) A candidate who withdraws from any subject after the relevant date shall be deemed to have failed in that subject

POSTGRADUA 1E DEGREE REGULATIONS

unless granted permission by the Dean to withdraw without penalty. The relevant date shall be:

(a) in the case of any subject offered only in the first semester, the Monday of the 9th week of first semester;

(b) in the case of any subject offered only in the second semester, the Monday of the 9th week of second semester;

(c) in the case of any other subject, the Monday of the 3rd week of second semester.

7. Upon request by acandidate the Faculty Board may grant leave of absence to that candidate. Such leave shall not be taken into account in calculating the qualifying period for a subject or the diploma

8. (1) To complete a subject, a candidate shall at tend such lectures, tutorials, seminars,laboratory classes and field work and submit such written or other work as the department shall require.

(2) To pass asubject a candidate shall complete it and pass such examinations as the Faculty Board shall require.

(3) Except with the permission of the Faculty Board, a subject shall count towards the diploma for no more than five years from the year in which it was passed.

9. To qualify for the award of the Diploma a candidate shall complete the course to the satisfaction of the Faculty Board in not less than one year full-time or two years part-time.

10. In order to provide for exceptional circumstances arising in a particular case, the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty Board may relax any provision of these Regulations.

SCHEDULE 1 - DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE"

1. For the purposes of these RegUlations the relevant department shall be the Department of Commerce.

2. A candidate shall pass subjects totalling not fewer than 48 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board.

3. The course shall include at least 36 credit points from subjects from Group B.

SCHEDULE 2 - DIPLOMA IN ECONOMIC STUDIES

I. For the purposes of these Regulations the relevant department shall be the Department of Economics.

2. A candidate shall:

a) pass subjects totalling not fewer than 42 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board and in accordance with section 3; and

b) pass either a Research Essay (6 credit points) or gain 6 additional credit points by passing a subject or subjects selected from Group C and/or D.

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3. The course shall:

a) include not more than 24 credit points from subjects selected from Group A and/or Group B

b) include not more than 12 credit points from subjects selected from Group E;

c) include at least 24 credit points from subjects selected from Group C and/or Group D

SCHEDULE 3 - DIPLOMA IN INDuSTRIAL RELATIONS

1. Forthe purpose of these Regulations. the Dean shall be deemed to be the Head of the relevant department.

2. A candidate shall:

a) pass subjects totalling not fewer than 42 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board and in accordance with section 3; and

b) pass a Research Essay (6 credit points).


a) include nol more than 24 credit points selected from Group A;

b) include not less than 12 credit points selected from Group B;

c) include not more than 12 credit points selected from Group D.

SCHEDULE 4 - DIPLOMA IN LEGAL STUDIES'

1. For the purposes of these Regulations the relevant department shall be the Department of Law.

2. A candidate shall pass subjects totalling not fewer than 48 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board and in accordance with section 3.


a) include at least 36 credit points selected from subjects selected from Group A.

b) include not more, than 12 credit points selected from Group B.

SCHEDULE 5 - DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT

1. For the purpose of these Regulations, the relevant department shall be the Department of Management.

2. Pursuant to Regulation 2(1)(b) of these Regulations, to be eligible for admission to candidature:

a) an applicant under Regulation 2(1 )(a)(i) or(ii) shall be required to have completed atlcast two years' relevant work experience; and

b) any other applicant shall be required:

(i) to complete such work and pass such examinations as the Faculty Board may detennine and

(ii)tohavecompletcdatleast five years' relevant work experience.

3. A candidate shall pass subjects totalling not less than 48 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board and in accordance with Section 4.

* Not offered in 1990

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POSTGRADUATE COURSE REGULA nONS

4.(1) Subject to sub-section (2), the course shall:

(a) include all subjects from Group A totalling 24 credit points;

(b) include four subjects from Group B totalling 24 credit points.

(2) Where, as a consequence of Regulation 5(2) of these Regulation, acandidateis precluded from enrolling in any Group A subject, that candidate shall select a replacement subject from those listed in Group B and that subject shall be deemed to be Group A. Where a candidate is required to select a replacement for a Group B subject, that candidate shall select a subject from Group C and that subject shall be deemed to be Group B.

SCHEDULE 6 - DIPLOMA IN TAXATION STUDIES

1. For the purpose of these Regulations, the Dean shall be deemed the Head of the relevant department.

2. A candidate shall pass subjects totalling not fewer than 48 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board and in accordance with Section 3.

3. The candidate shall:

a) include not fewer than 30 credit points selected from Group B; and

b) pass either a Research Essay (6 credit points) or gain 6 additional credit points from Group B.

SCHEDULE 7 - DIPLOMA IN WELFARE LAW

1. Forthe purpose of these Regulations, the relevant department shall be the Department of Law.

2. To be eligible for admission to candidature an applicant shall:

(a) have satisfied the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Laws of a tertiary institution approved for this purpose by the Faculty Board or to a degree of equivalent standard as determined by the Faculty Board; or

(b) have satisfied the requirements for admission to either an honours degree or a degree with honours of the University of Newcastle or to a degree of similar standard, approved for this purpose by the Faculty Board, of another tertiary institution, in either case in a discipline judged to be relevant to the course by the Head of Department; or

(c) have satisfied the requirements for admission to a degree of bachelor in the University of Newcastle orother tertiary institution approved for this purpose by the Faculty Board and in addition have had such work experience as the Head of Department judges relevant to fit the applicant to undertake the course.

3. A candidate shall pass subjects totalling not fewer than 48 credit points selected from the list of subjects approved by the Faculty Board for the Diploma.

SECTION SIX POSTGRADUATE COURSE REGULATIONS

Approved Subjects for Diploma Courses Note:

Detailed descriptions of all the subjects which are not found in this Handbook are described in a separate publication "Handbook for Graduate Studies in Business Administration" available from the Faculty Secretary and the Department of Management.

Diploma in Economic Studies

List of subjects approved by the Faculty Board

Subject Credit Points Prerequisite

Group A

Economics I

Introductory Quantitative Methods

Economic History A


GroupB

EconomicsTI


Applied Econometrics



European Economic History

Asian Economic History I



Industrial Relations ITA


Labour Economics A

Labour Economics B

Political Economics


Comparntive Economic Systems A


Groupe

Econometrics A

Econometrics B

Asian Economic History TI

Asian Economic History m Growth and fluctuations





Monetary Theory

Economic Planning


Economic Doctrines and Methods C

International Economics A


12 12

6 6

12 6

6

6

6

6 6

6

6

6

6

6

6

6 6

6 6

6

6 6 6

6

6

6

6 6

6 6

6

6

6

6

Economics I

Introductory Quantitative Methods or Mathematics I (in 1990; Mathematics 103 in 1991)


Introductory Quantitative Methods or Mathematics I




Economics I


Economics I or an Economic History or Law unit

Industrial Relations TIA

Economics I

Labour Economics A

Economics I

Economics I

Economics I

Economics I

Advanced Statistical Analysis or Applied Econometrics

Econometrics A

Economic History A or

Australian Economic History or Economics I

EconomicsTI

Economics I

Economics II and Problems of Developing Countries

Economics n Economics II

Economics I

Economics II

Monetary Theory

Economics II

Economics II


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Subject Credit Points Prerequisite Industrial Relations InA


Mathematical Economics Public Finance

AUstralian Public Finance

Economicsm

GroupD

Econometrics II Economic Planning

Fnvironmental Economics

Microeconomic Analysis

Macroeconomic Analysis

Regional Economics

Urban Economics

Issues in Australian Economic History


Special Topic

GroupE

6 Industrial Relations IIA and lIB

6

6 6

6

12

12

6

6 6

6

6

6

6 6

6

Industrial Relations llIA

Mathematics fOT Economists

Economics II

Public Finance Economics II

Econometrics A and B

Economics II Economicsll Economics III

Economics III

Economics II Economics II

Economics II

POSTGRADUA 1E COURSE REGULATIONS

Any postgraduate subject offered by any department where such subject is deemed by the Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Economics, relevant to the candidate's programme in the Diploma

Note: All subjects listed by the Faculty Board may not necessarily be offered in anyone year.

Diploma in Industrial Relations

List of subjects approved by Ute Faculty Board

Subject Credit Points Prerequisite

Group A

Organisational Behaviour (MBA) 6

Legal Studies (MBA) 6

Macroeconomics & Policy 6

MicroeconomicS & Business Decisions 6

Industrial Relations (MBA) 6

Human Resource Management

GroupB

Industrial Relations rnA

Industrial Relations IllB

Contemporary Issues in Industrial Relations

Special Topic

Workplace Industrial Relations

Wages & Employment

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6

6 Industrial Relations IIA and lIB or Industrial Relations (MBA)

6 Industrial Relations IlIA and lIB or Industrial Relations (MBA)

6 Industrial Relations (tvrnA)

6 Industrial Relations (MBA)

6 Industrial Relations (MBA)

6 Microeconomics & Business Decisions

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Subject

GroupC

Credit Points

Industrial Law

Seminar in Managerial Skills

Management & Organisational Development

Effective Interpersonal Management

Issues in Human Resource Management

Organisational Change

Social & Ethical Issues in Management

Organisational Design

Work in Industrial Society

GroupD

6

6

6

6 6

6

6

6

6

Prerequisite

Organisational Behaviour (MBA)







Any postgraduate subject offered by any department where such subject is deemed by the Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Dean, relevant to the candidate's programme in the Diploma


Diploma in Legal Studies - Will not be offered in 1990.


Subject Credit Points Advisory Prerequisite

Group A

Consumer Transactions Law

Developments in Torts

Environment Protection Law

6

6 6

Forensic Psychology 6

Industrial and Intellectual Property 6

International and Interstate Business Law 12

Law of Government 6

Law of Land Transactions 6

Law of Stamp Duties 6

Local Government and Town 6 Planning Law

Sale of Businesses

Securities Industry Law

Seminar in Administrative Law

Seminar in Company Law

Seminar in Contract Law

Seminar in Industrial Law

Seminar in Trade Practices Law

GroupB

6

6

6

6

6 6

6

Consumer Protection Law or Business and Consumer Credit Law

Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)

Law of Contract

Law of Contract

Legal Studies(MBA)

Law of Contract

Law of Business Organisations

Administrative Law

Law of Business Organisations

Law of Contract

Industrial Law

Trade Practices Law

Any postgraduate subject offered by any Department, where such subject is deemed by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Law relevant to the candidate's programme in the Diploma.


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Diploma in Management

Ust of subjects approved by the Faculty Board


Group A


Marketing Concepts and Strategy

Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis

Computing and Information Systems

GroupB

Business Finance

Financial Accounting

Management Accounting

Industrial Relations (MBA)


Macroeconomics and Policy

6

6

6

6

6

6 6

6 6

6 Microeconomics and Business Decisions 6

Groupe

POSTGRADUATE COURSE REGULATIONS

Advisory Prerequisite

Quantitative Methods in Management and Financial Accounting and Management Accounting

Financial Accounting (Advisory)

Any other postgraduate subject offered by any Department where such a subject is deemed by the Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Management, relevant to the candidate's programme in the Diploma

Diploma in Taxation Studies

Ust of subjects approvi!d by the Faculty Board


Group A

Economics II


IndUStry Economics B

Monetary Theory


12 6

6 6

6

COIpOrate Accounting and Reporting 6

Corporate Financial Regulation and Control 6

Costing Principles and Method 6

Planning, Control and 6 Perfonnance Evaluation

Securities Analysisl 6

Corporate Financial Management) 6

Taxation A 6

Taxation B 6

Financial Accounting Theory Construction 6


Administrative Law

6

6

Accounting and Decision Support Systems 6

Behavioural Implications of Accounting

Auditing Theory and Method

I Has an advisory pre- or co-requisite.

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6

6

Prerequisite

Economics I

Economics I


Economics I

Monetary Theory


Corporate Accounting and Reporting

Financial Management Fundamentals and Introductory Quantitative Methods

Costing Principles and Method

Financial Management Fundamentals, Introductory Quantitative Methods and Economics I

Securities Analysis


Taxation A

Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Corporate Financial Regulation and Control

Foundations of Law

Planning, Control and PeIforrnance Evaluation

Planning, Control and Performance Evaluation

Corporate Accounting and Reportin~

2 May be taken as a co-requisite.

SECfION SIX POSTGRADUATE COURSE REGULATIONS

Subject Credit Points Contemporary Auditing 6

Technology and Issues

Law of Business Organisations 6 Contract Law 6

OR

Prerequisite Auditing Theory and Method

Foundations of Law

Foundations of Law

Any other subject offered by any department where such a subject is deemed by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Dean, relevant to the candidate's programme in the Diploma

GroupB

Advanced Taxation

Comparative International Taxation

Public Finance


Payroll Tax, Land Tax and Other States Taxes

Commonwealth Taxes other than Income Tax

International Tax Planning

Seminar in Taxation Issues


Diploma in Welfare Law


12 6

6

6 6

6

6

6

6


Social Welfare and Policy

Child Law

Housing Law

Law and Contemporary Social Problems

12 12 12 12

Taxation B or Taxation prior to 1989


Economics II

Public Finance


Any Group B undergraduate subject

Any Group B undergraduate subject

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Conditions Approved by the Faculty Board for Granting of Standing in Diploma Courses 1. Diploma in Accounting and Finance

1. Standing in a subject in the Diploma in Accounting and Finance shall require the approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Commerce.

2. A candidate will not be eligible for standing in any subject for which credit has been given for the award of another degree or diploma, except as otherwise provided for in succeeding clauses.

3. Where acandidate has passed subjects totalling not fewer than 12 credit points in the Diploma course, he or she may be granted standing by the Faculty Board in respect of another subject subsequently passed at another university or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

(a) the subject for which standing is granted shall have a reasonable correspondence with a subject included in the Diploma in Accounting and Finance programme; and

(b) standing will not be granted for subjects totalling more than 12 credit points.

2. Diploma in Economic Studies

1. Standing in asubject in the Diploma in Economic Studies shall require the approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Economics.


3. Where a candidate has passed subjects totalling not fewer than 12 credit points in the Diploma course, he or she may be granted standing by the Faculty Board in respect of another subject subsequently passed at another University or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

(a) the subject for which standing is granted shall have a reasonable correspondence with a subject included in the Diploma in Economic Studies programme; and


3. Diploma in Industrial Relations

1. Standing in a subject in the Diploma in Industrial Relations shall require the approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Dean.


3. Where a candidate has passed 12 credit points of the Diploma Course he may be granted standing by the Faculty Board in respect of another subject subsequently passed at another university or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

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(a) the subject for which standing is granted shall have a reasonable correspondence with a subject included in the Diploma in Industrial Relations programme; and.

(b) standing shall not be granted for subjects totalling more than 12 credit points.

4. Diploma in Legal Studies

1. Standing in a subject may be granted by the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce on therecommendation of the Head of the Department of Law.

2. Standing shall not be granted for any subject which the candidate has counted in completing the requirements for a degree or diploma.

3. Whereacandidatehaspassed 12credit pointsinhisprogramme for the Diplomain Legal Studies he may be granted standing by the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce in respect of subjects subsequently passed at another university or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

(a) the workforwhich standingis granted shall have areasonable correspondence with the work required for a subject or subjects included in the Schedule to the Requirements for the Diploma in Legal Studies; and

(b) standing shall not be granted in more than 12 credit points as defined in that Schedule.

S. Diploma in Management

1. Standing in a subject in the Diploma in Management shall require the approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Management.

2. A candidate will not be eligible for standing in any subject for which credit has been given for the award of another degree or diploma, except as otherwise provided forin succeeding clauses.

3. Where a candidate has passed subjects totalling not fewer than 12 credit points in the Diploma course, he or she may be granted standing by the Faculty Board in respect of another subject subsequently passed al another University or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

(a) the subject for which standing is granted shall have a reasonable correspondence with a subject included in the Diploma in Management programme; and

(b) standing will not begrantedfor subjects totalling more than 12 credit points.

4. A candidate who has enrolled as a candidate for the Master of Business Administration Degree at the University of Newcastle, but has not taken out that degree may, on application to the Faculty Board, be granted standingin the Diplomain Management in SUbjects passed as part of the requirements for thal degree.

SECTION SIX

6. Diploma in Taxation Studies

1. Standing in a subject in the Diploma in Taxation Studies shall require the approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Dean.

2. A candidate will not be eligible for standing in any subject for which credit has been given for the award of another degree or diploma, except as otherwise provided in succeeding clauses.

3. Where acandidate has passed subjects totalling not fewerthan 12 credit points in the Diploma course, he or she may be granted standing by the Faculty Board in respect of another subject subsequently passed al another university or approved tertiary institution under the following conditions:-

(a) the subject for which standing is granted shall have a reasonable correspondence with a subject included in the Diploma in Taxation Studies programme;


MASTIlRS DEGREE REGULATIONS

Regulations Relating to the Degree of Master of Business Administration 1. These Regulations prescribe the requirements forthedegree of Master of Business Administration and are made in accordance with the powers vested in the Council under By-law 5.2.1.

Definitions

2. In these Regulations, unless the context or subject matter otherwise indicates or requires:

"the Board" means the Board of Studies in Business Administration;

"the Dean" means the Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce;

"the degree" means the degree of Master of Business Administration;

"Faculty Board" means the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Economics and Commerce.

Grading of Degree

3. The degree shall be conferred as anordinary degree except that in cases where a candidate's pedormance in the course has reached a standard determined by the Faculty Board, the degree may be conferred with merit.

Admission

4. An application for admission to candidature for the degree shall be made on the prescribed fonn and lodged with the Secretary to the University by the prescribed date.

5. To be eligible for admission to candidature, an applicant shall:

(a) (i) have satisfied the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of the University of Newcastle or other university or tertiary institution approved by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Board; or

(ti) have satisfied the requirements for the award of the DiplomainManagementofthe University of Newcastle and passed the examinations in that Diploma at such standards as the Faculty Board, on therecommendation of the Board, may prescribe; or

(iii) in exceptional circumstances produce evidence of possessing such other qualifications and business or professional experience as may be approved by the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Board; and

(b) complete such work and pass such examinations as the Faculty Board may detennine~ and

(c) normally have had at least two years' work experience.

6. Applications for admission to candidature shall be considered by the Faculty Board which may approve orreject any application.

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Qualification for the Degree

7. To qualify for admission to the degree a candidate shall have satisfied any conditions imposed on admission to candidature under Regulation 5 (b) and shall complete to the satisfaction of the Faculty Board a programme approved by the Faculty Board consisting of 96 credit points from subjects in the ListofSubjects approved by the Faculty Board as are available from time to time in accordance with the following conditions:

(a) A candidate shall include all subjects from Group A totalling 72 credit points.

(b) A candidate shall include at least 24 credit points from GroupB.

(c) Except with the permission of the Dean, a candidate shall not enrol in a Group B subject until that candidate has passed alleast 54 credit points from the compulsory Group A subjects.

8. A candidate will be required to enrol in a substitute subject or subjects where that candidate has successfully completed studies which are deemed by the Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the Board, to be the equivalent of any compulsory subject or subjects.

9.(1) To complete asubject acandidate shall attend such lectures, tutorials, seminars and submit such written work as may be prescribed by the Department offering the subject.

(2) To pass a subject a candidate shall complete it to the satisfaction ofthe Faculty Board and pass such examinations as the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Board shall require.

Standing

10. A candidate may be granted standing on such conditions as the Faculty Board may detennine on the recommendation of the Board.

Prerequisites

11. Except with the approval of the Dean, a candidate may not enrol ina subject unless that candidate has satisfied any prerequisite and has already passed or concurrently enrols in or is already enrolled in any subject prescribed as its corequisite.

Progress

12.(1) If the Faculty Board is of the opinion that the candidate is not making satisfactory progress towards the degree then it may tenninate the candidature or place such conditions on its continuation as it deems fit.

(2) For the purpose of assessing a candidate's progress, the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Board may prescribe a cumulative average mark which is to be achieved and maintained by the candidate.

(3) A candidate against whom a decision of the Faculty Board has been made under Regulation 12(1) of these Regulations may request that the Faculty Board cause the case to be revieWed. Such request shall be made to the Dean within

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seven days from the date of posting to the candidate the advice of the Faculty Board's decision or such further period as the Dean may accept.

(4) A candidate may appeal to the Vice-Chancellor against any decision made following the review under Regulation 12(3) of these Regulations.

Duration

13. The programme shall be completed in not less than two years and, except with the pennission of the Faculty Board, not more than three years of full-time enrolment or six years of part-time emolment.

Leave of Absence

14. Upon request by a candidate, Faculty Board may grant leave of absence from the course. Such leave shall not be taken into account in calculating the period prescribed in Regulation 13 of these Regulations.

Withdrawal

15.(1) A candidate may withdraw from a subject or the course only byinfonning the Secretary to the University in writing and such withdrawal shall take effect from the date of receipt of such notification.

(2) A candidate who withdraws from any subject after the relevant date shall be deemed to have failed in that subject unless granted pennission by the Dean to withdraw without penalty.

The relevant date shall be:

(a) in the case of a subject offered only in the first semester, the Monday of the 9th week of first semester;

(b) in the case of a subject offered only in the second semester, the Monday of the 9th week of second semester;


Relaxing Provision

16. In exceptional circumstances arising in a particular case, the Senate, on the recommendation of the Faculty Board, may relax any provision of these Regulations.

SECfIONSIX

Master of Business Administration Degree Course

Ust of Subjects Approved by Faculty Board

Group A

Subject Credit Points Department

Business Finance 6 Commerce

Financial Accounting 6 Commerce

Management Accounting 6 Commerce

Macroeconomics and Policy 6 Economics

Microeconomics and Business Decisions 6 Economics

Industrial Relations (MBA) 6 Economics

Organisational Behaviour 6 Management

Computing and Information Systems 6 Management

Human Resource Management 6 Management

Marketing Concepts and Strategy 6 Management

Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis 6 Management

Business Policy 6 Management

GroupB Management Science A 6 Management

Management Science B 6 Management

Management Infonnation Systems 6 Management

Systems Analysis 6 Management

Systems Design 6 Management

Simulation Methods 6 Management

New Enterprise Development 6 Management

Entrepreneurial Management 6 Management

Small Business Management 6 Management

Venture Capital 6 Management

Seminar in Managerial Skills 6 Management

Effective Interpersonal Management 6 Management

Issues in Human Resource Management 6 Management

Management and Organisational Development 6 Management

Social and Ethical Issues in Management 6 Management

Organisational Design 6 Management

Organisational Change 6 Management

Consumer Behaviour 6 Management

Industrial Marketing 6 Management

Marketing Research 6 Management

International Marketing 6 Management

Advertising Management 6 Management

Retail Management 6 Management

Operations Management A 6 Management

Operations Management B 6 Management

Topics in Computing and Quantitative Methods 6 Management

Topics in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management 6 Management

MASlERS DEGREE REGULATIONS

Prerequisite

Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis and Financial Accounting and Management Accounting

Financial Accounting (advisory)

To be taken in final year of study


Management Science A


Systems Analysis


New Enterprise Development or Entrepreneurial Management

New Enterprise Development or Entrepreneurial Management or Business Finance















Operations Management A


New Enterprise Development or Small Business Management

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Topics in Human Resource Management 6

Topics in Marketing Management 6

Resean:h Methodology 6

Statistics 6

Workplace Industrial Relations 6

Contemporary Issues in Industrial 6 Relations

Managerial Economics (MBA) 6

Economics of Industrial Organisation 6

Wages and Employment 6

Legal Studies (MBA) 6

Industrial Law (MBA) 6

Trade Practices and Pricing Law 6

Time Series Analysis 6

Methods for Quality Improvement 6

Research Project 60r 12

Any postgraduate subject offered max. 12 by any Department

Note: Not all subjects will be offered each year.

Department

Management

Management

Management

Economics

Economics

Economics

Economics

Economics

Economics

Law

Law

Law

Statistics

Statistics

MAStERS DEGREE REGULATIONS

Prerequisite

Human Resource Management or Organisational Behaviour (MBA)





Microeconomics and Business Decisions



Legal Studies (MBA)

Legal Studies (MBA)



As determined by the Board

As deemed relevant. by the Faculty Board, to the candidate's programme.

Details of the degree course and Faculty Board policies are contained in the brochure Graduate Studies in Business Adminisll'ation.

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Regulations Governing Masters Degrees PART I_GENERAL

1.(1) These Regulations prescribe the conditions and requirements relating to the degrees of Master of Architecture, Masterof Arts, Master of Commerce, Master of Computer Science, Master of Computing, Master of Education, Master of Educational Studies, Master of Engineering, Master of Engineering Science, Master of Letters, Master of Mathematics, Master of Psychology (Clinical), Master of Psychology (Educational), Master of Science, Master of Medical Science, Master of Scientific Studies, Master of Special Education, Master of SUlveying and Master of

Law.

(2) In these Regulations and the Schedules thereto, unless the context or subject matter otherwise indicates or requires:

(3)

"Faculty Board" means the Faculty Board of the Faculty responsible for the course in which a person is enrolled or is proposing to enrol;

"programme" means the programme of research and study prescribed in the Schedule;

"Schedule" means the Schedule of these Regulations pertaining to the course in which a person is enrolled or is proposing to enrol; and

"thesis" means any thesis or dissertation submitted by a candidate.

These Regulations shall not apply to degrees conferred honoris causa.

(4) A degree of Master shall be conferred in one grade only.

2. An application for admission to candidature for a degree of Master shall be made on the prescribed form and lodged with the Secretary to the University by the prescribed dale.

3.(1) To be eligible for admission to candidature an applicant shall:

(a)(i) have satisfied the requirements for admission to adegree ofBache1orin the University of Newcastle as specified in the Schedule; or

(ii) have satisfied the requirements for admission to a degree or equivalent qualification, approved for the purpose by the Faculty Board, in another tertiary

institution; or

(iii) have such other qualifications and experience as may be approved by the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty Board or otherwise as may be specified in the Schedule; and

(b) have satisfied such other requirements as may be specified in the Schedule.

(2) Unless otherwise specified in the Schedule, applications for admission to candidature shall be considered by the Faculty Board which may approve or reject any application.

(3) An applicant shall not be admitted to candidature unless adequate supeIVision and facilities are available. Whether these are available shall be determined by the Faculty Board unless the Schedule otherwise provides.

MAS1ERS DEGREE REGULA nONS

4. To qualify for admission to adegree of Master a candidale shall enrol and satisfy the requirements of these Regulations including the Schedule.

S. The programme shall be carried out:-

(a) under the guidance of a supervisor or supervisors either appointed by the Faculty Board or as otherwise prescribed in the Schedule; or

(b) as the Faculty Board may otherwise determine.

6. Upon request by acandidale the Faculty Board may grant leave of absence from the course. Such leave shall not be taken into account in calculating the period for the programme prescribed in

the Schedule.

7.(1) A candidate may withdraw from a subject or course only by informing the Secretary to the University in writing and such withdrawal shall take effect from the date of receipt of such notification.

(2) A candidate who withdraws from any subject after the relevant dale shall be deemed to have failed in that subject unless granted permission by the Dean to withdraw without

penalty.

The relevant date shall be:

(a) in the case of a subject offered only in the first semester, the Monday of the 9th week offust semester;

(b) in the case of a subject offered only in the second semester, the Monday of the 9th week of second semester;


8.(1) If the Faculty Board is of the opinion that the candidate is not making satisfactory progress towards the degree then it may terminate the candidature or place such conditions on its continuation as it deems fit.

(2) For the purpose of assessing a candidale's progress, the Faculty Board may require candidales to submit areport or reports on their progress.

(3) A candidate against whom a decision of the Faculty Board has been made under Regulation 8(1) of these Regulations may request that the Faculty Board cause the case to be reviewed. Such request shall be made to the Dean of the Faculty within seven days from the date of posting to the candidate the advice of the Faculty Board's decision or such further period as the Dean may accept.

(4) A candidalemay appeal to the Vice-Chancellor against any decision made following the review under Regulation 8(3) of these Regulations.

9. In exceptional circumstances arising in a particular case, the Senate, on the recommendation of the Faculty Board, may relax any provision of these Regulations.

Part II - Examination and Results

10. The Examination Regulations approved from time to time by the Council shall apply to all examinations with respect to a degree of Master with the exception of the examination of a thesis

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which shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Regulations 12 to 16 inclusive of these Regulations

11. The Faculty Board shall consider the results in subjects, the reports of examiners and any other recommendations prescribed in the Schedule and shall decide:

(a) to recommend to the Council that the candidate be admitted to the degree; or

(b) in a case where a thesis has been submitted, to permit the candidate to resubmit an amended thesis within twelve months of the date on which the candidate is advised of the result of the first examination or within such longer period of time as the Faculty Board may prescribe; or

(c) to require the candidate to undertake such further oral, written or practical examinations as the Faculty Board may prescribe; or

(d) not to recommend that the candidate be admitted to the degree, in which case the candidature shall be terminated.

Part ITI - Provisions Relating to Theses

12.(1) The subject of a thesis shall be approved by the Faculty BoardontherecommendatioooftheHeadoftheDepartment in which the candidate is carrying out the research for the thesis.

(2) The thesis shall not contain as its main content any work or material which has previously been submitted by the candidate for a degree in any tertiary institution unless the Faculty Board otherwise pennits.

13. The candidate shall give to the Secretary to the University three months' written notice of intention to submit a thesis and such notice shall be accompanied by any prescribed fee.'

14.(1) The candidate shall comply with the following provisions concerning the presentation of a thesis:

(a) the thesis shall contain an abstract of approximately 200 words describing its content;

(b) the thesis shall be typed and bound in a manner prescribed by the University;

(c) three copies of the thesis shall be submitted together with:

(i) a certificate signed by the candidate that the main content of the thesis has not been submitted by the candidate for a degree of any other tertiary institution; and

(ii) a certificate signed by the supervisor indicating whether the candidate has completed the programme and whether the thesis is of sufficient academic merit to warrant examination; and

(iii) if the candidate so desires, any documents or published work of the candidate whether bearing on the subject of the thesis or not.

(2) The Faculty Board shall determine the course of action to be taken should the certificate of the supervisor indicate

1 At present there is no fee payabJe.

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that in the opinion of the supervisor the thesis is not of sufficient academic merit to warrant examination.

15. The University shall be entitled to retain the submitted copies of the thesis, accompanying documents and published work. The University shall be free to allow the thesis to be consulted or borrowed and, subject to the provisions of the Copyright Act, 1968 (Com), may issue it in whole or any part in photocopy or microfLIm or other copying medium.

16.(1) For each candidate two examiners, at least one of shall be an external examiner (being a person who is not member of the staff of the University) shall be either by Schedule.

(2) If the examiners' reports are such that the Faculty unable to make any decision pursuant to Regulation 11 these Regulations, a third examiner shall be appointed either by the Faculty Boardorotherwise as prescribed in the Schedule.

SCHEDULE 3 - MASTER OF COMMERCE

1. The Faculty of Economics an,j Corr,m"roe silOII b<>resp,msible for the course leading to the degree of Master of Commerce.

2. To be eligible for admission to candidature an applicant shall:

(a) have satisfied the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with Honours or Bachelor of Economics with Honours of the University of Newcastle; or

(b) have satisfied the requirements for the admission to the

of the University of Newcastle or to a degree approved this purpose by the Faculty Board and complete such and pass such examinations at such a level as the Faculty Board may determine; or

(c) in exceptional cases produce evidde~:n;:ce:;~~I~;':':;~ other qualifications as may be al

in which the applicant proposes and complete such work and pass such examinations at such a level as the Faculty Board may detennine.

3. To qualify for admission to the degree, a candidate shall complete to the satisfaction of the Faculty Board a programme approved by the Faculty Board corlSistin:g oil the SllbncriSl,ioll of· a; thesis embodying the results of the candidate's research;

4. The programme shall be completed in not less than two

for full-time candidates or three years for part-timee,~:~:~~~ II from the date of admission to candidature, save that ir a candidate who has obtained the degree of Bachelor Honours or who has had relevant research experience, this period may be reduced by up to one year for full-time candidates or by up to fifteen months for part-time candidates.

5. The examination of a thesis shall be carried out by examiners appointed by the Dean.

SECfION SIX

SCHEDULE 20 - MASTER OF LAW

1. The Faculty of F..conomics and Commerce shall be responsible for the course leading to the degree of Master

of Law.

To be eligible for admission to candidature an applicant

shall:

have satisfied the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Law and Administration with Honours of the University of Newcastle; or

have satisfied the requirements for admission to a law degree with Honours in a common law jurisdiction; or

have satisfied the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with Honoursin Legal Studies of the University of Newcastle; or

have satisfied the requirements for the Diploma of Law of the New South Wales Joint Examinations Board and hold a degree from a recognised tertiary institution; or

in other cases produce evidence of possessing such other qualifications as may be approved by the Faculty Board on therecommendationoftheHeadofDepartmentofLawand complete such work and pass such examinations at such a level as the Faculty Board may detennine.

To qualify for admission to the degree, a candidate shall complete to the satisfaction of the Faculty Board a programme approved by the Faculty Board consisting of the submission of a thesis embodying the result of the

candidate's research;

The programme shall be completed in not less than two years for full-time candidates or three years for part-time candidates from the date of admission to candidature, save that in the case of a candidate who has obtainedadegree of Bachelor with Honours or who has had relevant research experience, this period may bereduced by up to one yearfor full-time candidates or by up to fifteen months forpart·time

candidates.

Theexamination of athesis shall becarriedoutby examiners appointed by the Dean.


Policy in Relation to Admission to the Degree of Master of Commerce 1, In the nonnal case, acandidate who has satisfied the requirements for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree in the University of Newcastle shall be pennitted to proceed with the programme of research and thesis without having to undertake

additional work.

2.1n thenonnal case, acandidate who has satisfied the requirements for admission to the BachelorofCommerce (Ordinary) degree in the University of Newcastle shall be required to satisfactorily complete not more than one additional full-time year's work or

its equivalent.

3. In the case of a student whose programme extends over more than two semesters, permission to proceed with the research and thesis shall be detennined on completion of the first year of the programme specified by the Faculty Board.

4. Candidates who have graduated with a pass or ordinary degree from another university shall be required to complete satisfactorily a programmeequivalent to that prescribed for N ewca.ste graduates, with the proviso that such a candidate may be required to complete additional work in order to undertake a particular research programme and thesis. An honours graduate from another university shall be permitted to proceed with a programme of research and thesis without having to undertake additional work unless it is essential to the particular programme.

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SUBJECT COMPUTER NUMBERS

The subjects selected should be written on the errroiment fann in the following manner:

Computer Subject Name

Number

COMMI01 Financial Accounting Fundamentals

COMMt02 Financial Management Fundamentals

COMM201 Corporate Accounting and Reporting

COMM2Q2 Corporate Finance Regulation and Control

COMM203 Costing Principles and Method

COMM204 Planning. Control and Petformance Evaluation

COMM205 Data Processing Fundamentals

COMM206 Data Processing in Organisations

COMM207 Securities Analysis

COMM208 Corporate Financial Management

COMM209 Taxation A

COMM301 Financial Accounting Theory Construction

COMM302 Reconstruction of Accounting

COMMJ03 Accounting and Decision Support Systems

COMM304 Behavioural Implications of Accounting

COMM305 Auditing Theory and Method

COMM306 Contemporary Auditing Technology and Issues

COMM307 Taxation B

COMM308 Contemporary Issues in Financial Accounting

COMM309 Corporate Financial Information Analysis

COMM310 Accounting, Organisations and Society

COMM311 Accounting and Small Enterprise

COMM312 International Accounting and Finance

COMM313 'Advanced Issues in Securities Analysis

COMM314 Advanced Issues in Financial Management

COMM315 Taxation C

COMM401 Accounting N - Part 1

COMM402 Accounting N - Part 2

COMM403 Accounting Research Seminar

COMM50l Financial Accounting

COMMS02 Business Finance

COMM503 Advanced Taxation

COMMS04 Payroll, Land Tax, Commonwealth Tax o.her than Income Tax

COMM505 Payroll Tax, Land Tax and Other State Taxes

COMMS06 Management Accounting

COMMS07 Comparative International Tax

COMM508 International Tax Planning

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COMM509

COMM510

COMM511

ECON101

ECON102

ECONI03

ECONI04

ECON201

Seminar in Taxation Issues

Research Project (6 credit points)

Research Project (l2 credit points)

Economics I

Economic History A


Introductory Quantitative Methods

Economicsll

ECON202/302 European Economic History

ECON203/303 Asian Economic History I

ECON204/304 Asian Economic History IT

ECON205/305 Asian Economic History ill

ECON206

ECON207

ECON208

ECON209

ECON21O

ECON211

ECON212

ECON213

ECON214

ECON215

ECON216

ECON217

ECON218

ECON301

ECON306

ECON307

ECON308

ECON309

ECON31O

ECON311

ECON312

ECON313

ECON314

ECON315

ECON316

ECON317

ECON318

ECON319

ECON320

ECON321

ECON322

Labour Economics A

Labour Economics B

Comparative Economic Systems A


Political Economics



Applied Econometrics






Economics ill



Macroeconomic Planning

Urban Economics

Regional Economics



Growth and FluctUalions


Public Finance




Economic Doctrines and Methods C

Econometrics A

Econometrics B

Monetary Theory

SECTION SEVEN

ECON323

ECON324

ECON325

ECON326

ECON401

ECON402

ECON501

ECON502

ECON503

ECON504

ECON505

ECON506

ECON507

ECON508

ECON509

ECON511

ECON512

ECON513

ECON514

ECON515

ECON516

ECON517

ECON518

ECON519

ECON520

1R201

IR202

LAW101

LAWI02

LAWI03

LAWI04


Mathematical Economics

Industrial Relations InA

Industrial Relations nm Economics N Part 1

Economics IV Part 2

Macroeconomics and Policy


Industrial Relations - MBA

Workplace IndUstrial Relations

Contemporary Issues in Industrial Relations

Economics of Industrial Organisations

Managerial Economics - MBA

Wages and Fmployment

Statistics - MBA

Econometrics IT

Economic Development

Economic Planning

Microeconomic Analysis

Macroeconomic Analysis

Issues in Australian Economic History

Special Topic



Research Essay

Industrial Relations llA


Foundations of Law

Contract Law I

Company Law I

Administrative Law I

LAW201/301 Administrative Law

LA W202/302 Employment Law

LAW203/303 Personal Uability Law

LA W204/304 Law of Business Organisations

LA W205/305 Business and ConsUmer Credit Law

LA W206/306 Consumer Protection Law

LA W207/307 Trade Practices Law

LAW208

LAW209

LAW210

LAW211

Administrative Law 2

Criminal Law

Family Law

Company Law 2

LAW212

LAW213

LAW214

LAW215

LAW216

LAW217

LAW218

LAW219

LAW220

LAW321

LAW501

LAW502

LAW503

LAW504

LAW505

LAW506

LAW507

LAW508

LAW509

MNGT201

MNGT202

MNGT301

MNGT302

MNGT311

MNGT321

MNGT322

MNGT323

MNGT331

MNGT501

MNGT502

MNGT503

SUBJECT COMPUTER NUMBERS

Contract Law 2

International and Interstate Trade Law

Infonnation Technology and Law

Law of Transport

Local Government and Town Planning Law

Medical Law

Mining Law

Partnership Law and Unincorporated Associations

Securities Industries Law


Legal Studies (MBA)

mdustrial Law (MBA)

Trade Practices and Pricing Law

Housing Law

Law and Contemporary Social Problems

Social Welfare and Policy

Child Law



Management 201

Management 202

Management 301

Management 302

Management 311

Management 321

Management 322

Management 323

Management 331




MNGT504 Human Resource Management

MNGT505 Marketing Concepts and Strategy

MNGT506 Business Policy

MNGT509 Management Science A

MNGT510 Management Science B

MNGT511 Management Information Systems

MNGT512 Systems Analysis

MNGT513 Systems Design

MNGT514 Simulation Methods

MNGT515 New Enterprise Development

MNGT516 Entrepreneurial Management

MNGT517 Small Business Management 81

SECfION SEVEN

MNGT518 Venture Capital

MNGT519 Seminar in Managerial Skills

MNGT520 Effective Interpersonal Management

MNGT521 Issues in Human Resource Management

MNGT522 Management and Organisational Development

MNGT523 Social and Ethical Issues in Management

MNGT524 Organisational Change

MNGT525

MNGT526

MNGT527

MNGT528

MNGT529

MNGT530

MNGT531

MNGT532

MNGT533

MNGT534

MNGT535

MNGT536

MNGT537

MNGT538

MNGT539

MNGT540

STATIOI

STATIOI

STATZ02

STATI03

STATI04

STATI05

STATIOI

STATI02

STATIQ3

STATI04

STAT401

STAT402

STAT403

STAT404

STAT405

STAT406

STAT408

STAT409

STAT410

STAT411 82

Organisational Design

Consumer Behaviour

Industrial Marketing

Marketing Researd1

International Marketing

Advertising Management

Retail Management

Operations Management A

Operations Management B

Topics in Computing and Quantitative Methods

Topics in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Topics in Human Resource Management

Topics in Marketing Management

Research Methodology



Introductory Statistics

Mathematical Statistics

Regression Analysis

Queues and Simulation

,Non-parametric Statistics

Engineering Statistics

Statistical Inference

Study Design

Generalised Unear Models

Time Series Analysis

Probability Theory

Analysis of Categorical Data

Demography and SUlVival Analysis

Robust Regression and Smoothing

Statistical Consulting

Methods for Quality Improvement

Project (6 credit points)




SUBJECf COMPUTER NUMBERS

COMPIOI Computer Science I

GECXJlOl Introduction to Physical Geography

GEOGI02 Introduction to Human Geography

INFOIOI Introduction to Infonnation Systems

INFOI02 Infonnation Storage and Management

JPN110 Elementary Japanese

JPN210 Intermediate Spoken Japanese

MATH101 Mathematics 101

MATHI02 Mathematics 102

MATHI03 Mathematics 103

PSYCI01 Psychology Introduction 1

PSYC102 Psychology Introduction 2

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology A

SOCI02 Introduction to Sociology B

S0C203 Work in Industrial Society

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AN A5 B C CB CC CG CT D E EA EB

EC ED

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Administration ~ Arts Student Services - Cashier Computing Centre - EEO Community Programmes Central Ahimal House Central Animal Store Lecture Theatre BOI Geology CommoDwealth Bank

. Child Care Centre (Kintaiba) Central Garage Computer Teaching Physics Lecture Theatre EOI Engineering Administration Chemical & Materials

Engineering Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering & Surveying Electrical & Computer

Eogineering EF Engineering Classrooms EG Bulk Solids Engineering ES Engineering Science G Chemistry GH Great Hall H Basden Theatre HOI HA-HZ Edwards Hall HHA-HHF Hunter House I Medical Scieoc:es Lecture

Theatre K202 International House Biological Sciences Medieal Sciences Auchmuty Library Chemieal & Materials

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TC TH

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Commerce - Economics Law - Management Post Office Aucbmuty Sports Centre Staff House Sports Pavilion Squash Courts - Oval No.2 Turua Annexe Temporary Buildings Careers & Student Employment Chaplains - Sport & Recreation Studer< Accommodation Tennis Courts The Hunter Technology

Development Centre Union Matbematics Computer Science· Statistics Radio station 2NUR-FM Behavioural Sciences Education - Psychology Sociology

ALPHABETICAL LOCATION GUIDE

Administration in McMullin A Animal House--Central AN Arts in McMullin A Architecture N Basden Theatre HOI H Behavioural Sciences W Biological Sciences J BOI Lecture Theatre B Bulk Solids Engineering EG Careers & StUdent Employment in Temp. Bldgs TB

Cashier:in McMullin A Central Garage CG Materials Engineering in Chemical & Materials Engineering M

Chemistry G Chaplains in Temp. Bldgs TB Chemical & Materials Eng. EB Child Care Centre (Kintaiba) CC Civil Eng. & Surveying ED Commerce in Social Sciences 5 Commonwealth Bank C8 Community Programmes in MCMullin A

Computer Science in Mathematics V Computing Centre in McMullin A Computer Teaching Building CT Drama in Social Sciences R Drama Studio Q Drama Theatre P Economics in Social Sciences 5 Education in Behavioural Sciences W Edwards Hall Aclministralion & Dining HA Burnett House HB Cutler House HC Self-calering Houses HF-HZ

EEO in McMullin A Electrical & Computer Eng. EE

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Engineering Administration EA Engineering Classrooms EF Engineering Science E5 EOI Lecture Theatre E Geography in Social Sciences R Geology C Great Hall GH Hunter House HHA-HHF International House Stage I IA-IC Stage 2

K202 Medical Sciences ID -IE

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Sociology in Social Sciences W Sports Centre-Auchmuty SC Sports Pavilion 5P Sport & Recreation in Temp. Bldgs TB Squash Courts in Sports Pavilion 5P Staff House 5H Statistics in Mathematics V Student Accommodation in Temporary Buildings TB

Student Services in McMullin A The Hunter Technology Development Centre TH Temporary Buildings TB Tennis Courts TC Tunra Annexe TA Union U

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