PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT AND INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING - 1

This first module gives students a comprehensive view of the principles and practices of business manage-ment. It is structured as a concise framework that links the main business disciplines and provides an over-all perspective useful for organising subsequent management studies.
The course content is built around the four "pillars" of planning, organisation, management, and control of companies, exploring both the theoretical principles and the operational activities of managers in depth. The study perspective extends to the short, medium, and long term, from defining objectives to developing and implementing a strategy. The course also investigates how companies develop and maintain a competi-tive advantage within an operating context that is constantly evolving and influenced by multiple political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental factors.

This course enables students to understand:
- What the main activities underlying the functioning of companies are and how they develop;
- How managers manage business organizations in a dynamic global environment;
- How companies develop and maintain a competitive advantage;
- How managers use problem-solving strategies and critical thinking skills in real-life situations.

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, a prior knowledge of organizational and managerial issues would facilitate the understanding of the topics discussed in class.

1) An introduction to management:
- Managing in organizations (Textbook, Chapter 1);
- Theories of management (Textbook, Chapter 2).
2) The environment of management:
- Organisation cultures and contexts (Textbook, Chapter 3);
- Managing internationally (Textbook, Chapter 4);
- Corporate responsibility (Textbook, Chapter 5).
3) Planning:
- Making decisions (Textbook, Chapter 6);
- Planning (Textbook, Chapter 7);
- Managing strategy (Textbook, Chapter 8);
4) Organising:
- Structure (Textbook, Chapter 10);
5) Leading:
- Managing change (Textbook, Chapter 18).
6) Controlling:
- Control and performance measurement (Textbook, Chapter 20).

Boddy D. (2020), "Management: Using practice and theory to develop skill", 8th Edition, Pearson, UK.

On each official exam date, the examination consists of a single written test covering both modules: "Princi-ples of Management" (Module 1) and "International Accounting” (Module 2). The exam lasts 60 minutes.
The exam is written and administered via the Moodle platform. It consists of 35 multiple-choice questions, divided into two parts: 15 questions on Module 1 (grade range 0 to 30) and 20 questions on Module 2 (grade range 0 to 30). The final grade is the average of the grades achieved in the two parts. To pass the ex-am, students must score at least 18/30 in each module. The use of books or notes is not permitted. Stu-dents who answer all questions correctly are awarded the laude.

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The instructor is responsible for ensuring the authenticity and originality of all examinations and coursework. In cases of suspected academic misconduct, an additional on-site assessment may be required during the exams, which may differ from the standard format.

The following grading scale will be used, regardless of attending or non-attending mode: A. Scores in the range of 18-22 will be assigned when: - Adequate knowledge and applied understanding in reference to the curriculum are demonstrated. - Limited ability to interpret national contexts and supranational convergence processes by formulating independent judgements; - Sufficient competence in accounting and preparing financial statements in accordance with international accounting standards; B. Scores in the range of 23-26 will be assigned when: - Good knowledge and applied understanding in reference to the curriculum are demonstrated. - Fair ability to interpret national contexts and supranational convergence processes by formulating independent judgements. - Adequate competence in accounting and preparing financial statements in accordance with international accounting standards; C. Scores in the range of 27-30 will be assigned when: - Good or excellent knowledge and applied understanding in reference to the curriculum are demonstrated. - Reasonable or excellent ability to interpret national contexts and supranational convergence processes by formulating independent judgements. - Fully appropriate competence in accounting and preparing financial statements in accordance with international accounting standards; D. Honors will be granted when there is excellent knowledge and applied understanding in reference to the curriculum, exceptional judgment, and communication skills.

Classes combine theoretical input with problem-based discussions. They are interactive, and students are strongly encouraged to participate actively. Weekly tutorials supplement regular classes and focus on case studies.

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ACCESSIBILITY, DISABILITY, AND INCLUSION. ACCOMMODATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIFIC LEARNING IMPAIRMENTS. Ca’ Foscari abides by Italian Law (Law 17/1999; Law 170/2010) regarding support services and accommodation available to students with disa-bilities. This includes students with mobility, visual, hearing, and other disabilities (Law 17/1999), as well as specific learning impairments (Law 170/2010). If you have a disability or impairment that requires accom-modations (i.e., alternate testing, readers, note takers, or interpreters), please contact the Disability and Accessibility Offices in Student Services at the e-mail address disabilita@unive.it

This subject deals with topics related to the macro-area "Circular economy, innovation, work" and contributes to the achievement of one or more goals of U. N. Agenda for Sustainable Development