SBL3500

Integrated Business Application

Semester 0, 2022
SBL3500

INTEGRATED BUSINESS APPLICATION

Prepared by: Unit Coordinator, Version [2.0]
2021-2022 Summer School period.

Key unit contacts

UNIT COORDINATOR

Name Room Email Tel

Gary Marchioro g.marchioro@ecu.edu.a
u

LECTURER/S

Name Room Email Tel Consultation

Time

ACADEMIC COORDINATOR/PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Name Role Email

Denise Jackson Director WIL d.jackson@ecu.edu.au

OTHER STAFF CONTACTS

Name Role Email

Flavio Macau Associate Dean Teaching and f.macau@ecu.edu.au
Learning
Claire Lambert Director Academic Studies c.lambert@ecu.edu.au

Classes for On campus delivery

LECTURE/SEMINAR

Day Time Room

NA NA NA

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Acknowledgement of Country
The School of Business and Law acknowledges the Noongar people who are the traditional
custodians of the lands and waters on which our metropolitan campuses now stand. We
acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of the lands and waters
on which ECU Sydney campus now stands. We acknowledge the Kulin Nation who are the
traditional custodians of the lands and waters on which ECU Melbourne stands. We offer our
respects to Elders past and present.

Introduction to the Unit

SBL3500 Integrated Business Application is a third-year unit that sits within the Bachelor of
Commerce and Bachelor of Business as a capstone unit that develops and consolidates course
learning outcomes.
The unit contributes to career development through the elaboration of capabilities and behaviours
in a portfolio that demonstrates knowledge curated across the life of the degree.
SBL3500 incorporates an authentic business team project conducted with guidance from the
lecturer, providing students with the opportunity to apply skills in research and collaboration for a
real business entity. The unit is structured in a way that enables students to gain an understanding
of self-awareness, career goals and working in interdisciplinary teams and to synthesise this
knowledge in a portfolio that may be used to showcase professional identity and capabilities to
prospective employers.
As a student in this unit, you are encouraged to fully participate to gain the most from the
experience as you head toward graduation. Time management is key to successfully undertaking
the unit, and in life generally. Prepare ahead of time! Complete the readings, view the videos and
engage with and reflect on feedback and the team experience. Connect with your lecturer early
and do not hesitate to ask questions.

Unit Learning Outcomes

At the end of this unit you will be able to:
- Synthesise a wide variety of knowledge and data gathered over the degree course,
demonstrating reflective practice, professionalism, effective contribution to the academic
and professional setting and alignment with personal brand.
- Apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to an authentic open-ended business
scenario in order to make reasoned recommendations for improvement that incorporate
sustainability principles, business ethics and social responsibility.

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Course Learning Outcomes
Your learning in this unit will contribute to the development (or demonstrate your attainment) of
the following Course Learning Outcomes:
- Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify and plan
opportunities for development.
- Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an appreciation of
the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate social responsibility.

ECU School of Business and Law is an Advanced PRME signatory and is committed to
transforming business and management education and advancing the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs).

Communication Skills
Communication skills are not only crucial for success at University, employers also want graduates
who are competent and confident communicators, with strong English language proficiency.
For assistance with improving your English language skills, you can attend one of the Academic
Skills workshops or email learningadviser@ecu.edu.au. Please visit Blackboard > Communities >
Academic Skills Centre for workshop registration and other information about developing your
language and study skills.

The Learning Experience

SBL3500 Integrated Business Application is delivered in on campus mode in two-hour seminars
and online in off campus mode, taking a student centered learning approach and comprising
interactive small group activities. Teamwork is required in this unit and you are expected to
participate fully with other students in your team to complete an authentic business project.
Materials are contained within the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS). The
navigation menu on the left of the Blackboard unit screen will guide you with the structure of the
unit. For example, the Learning Modules will give you an overview of the content for the learning
period, outline tasks and activities and provide links to resources where relevant. You are
expected to complete any topic pre-work (activities, readings or view videos) prior to the content
week in the schedule.

Active learning
Studying a university-level course requires you to take an active role in what you are learning. To
get the most out of your time at ECU, you should engage with and actively participate in your units
and take responsibility for your own learning and time management.

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On-campus students
If you are enrolled as an on-campus student, you will need to attend a weekly seminar. It is
important that you attend class every week, arrive punctually and participate constructively and
professionally. You will find it beneficial to complete the associated learning modules prior to
attending class, to give you some understanding of the topic and improve your confidence with
sharing your ideas during class.
Learning materials and resources will be available on the Blackboard site for this unit, to assist you
with your studies.

Online students
If you are enrolled as an online (off-campus) student, you will find your learning materials on
Blackboard. It is important that you are proactive and self-motivated with your learning as an
online student, making sure you commit to your studies at regular times every week to ensure
success. It is critical for your success in an online unit to engage with other students via
Blackboard > Discussion forums, asking and answering one another’s questions, sharing different
perspectives and engaging with the content.
To assist you with planning your time, please consider the following:
 Use the Study Schedule to guide your progress through the learning activities and
assessment tasks this semester;
 Check your ECU student email regularly;
 Stay in touch with your classmates regularly, via Blackboard > Discussion Board.
Note: Plan ‘rigid’ study times in your weekly schedule and consider allocating separate times for
reading, learning activities, assignment research and discussion.

Discussion Board expectations-Please note.

Networking with other students; asking questions to clarify understanding; responding to
questions asked by other students; debating different perspectives; and sharing articles or other
information you discover throughout your studies, are all important parts of learning. To enable
you to ‘discuss’ the unit content with other students or to ask questions about the assessments,
etc., an electronic Discussion Board is available on the Blackboard site for this unit. It is your
responsibility to check the discussion board at least once a week via Blackboard > Discussion
Board. If you are not sure how to find, or how to use the Discussion Board, ask (or email) your
tutor or lecturer for help.
When using the discussion boards, you must display the normal courtesies of professional
communication. Please refer to ‘ECU Discussion Board Etiquette’ (below) to guide your
communication with other students. The discussion boards are monitored and postings deemed
unprofessional, inappropriate and/or unrelated to the unit content will be removed.

ECU DISCUSSION BOARD ETIQUETTE

Please ensure your online communications follow these guidelines:
 Be polite;
 Use correct spelling and grammar;
 Do not write using capital letters (this can be interpreted as SHOUTING!);

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  Avoid exotic fonts or colours;
 Be concise;
 Be respectful of different perspectives;
 Avoid responding when you are feeling angry;
 Do not disclose personal contact details; and
 Take the plunge and get involved in the discussions.

TEXTS AND RESOURCES

Textbook
There is no compulsory textbook for this unit.

Significant references and journals

e-books in Reading List available through ECU Library:
- Developing Management Skills: A comprehensive guide for leaders (Carlopio &
Andrewartha)
- A guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK guide)

To learn more about borrowing online books please contact the librarian (accessed at:
https://ecu.au.libguides.com/prf.php?account_id=202715).

Important resources/websites
United Nations (UN) sustainable development goals (SDGs)
https://youtu.be/xVWHuJOmaEk

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Study Schedule 2021-2022
This schedule provides a guideline on the topics covered each week.

Wk Wk Topic/s Pre-Work Due dates

1- commencing
Monday
1 22 Nov Introduction/Personal brand Module 1

2 29 Nov Interview techniques Module 2 Check Video upload for

Ass 1.
3 06 Dec Teaming – norms and contracts Module 3 Video interview due
Introduction to team project

4 13 Dec Industry project – draft report Module 3 DB - UNSDGs

5 20 Dec Industry project – draft report Module 3 Project draft report

CSR/Team 360#1/constructive due
feedback + Team 360 #1 due

6 27 Dec Christmas break - NO CLASSES

7 03 Jan 2022 Industry project – work on final Module 3

report
8 10 Jan Finalise industry project report Module 3 Final project report
5R Reflection Framework due
+ Team 360 #2 due

9 17 Jan Portolio - Capabilities Framework Module 4

10 24 Jan Portolio - Goals Module 4

11 31 Jan Project presentations Module 4 ePortfolio due

12 07 Feb Exam week (no exam in this unit)

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Assessment Information
In order to pass this unit, you must achieve an overall mark of 50% or more from the assessment
tasks sumarised below. Please note all marks are provisional and subject to moderation by an
independent party to ensure equity.

Assessment summary (All times WST i.e. Perth time is 2.5 hours ahead of Sri Lanka).

No. Assessment Due Date and Time Value Mandatory to

Pass
1 Viva – Video oral interview 06 Dec 2021 17:00. 10% No

2a Project Report Draft 13 Dec 2021 17:00 20% No

Project Report Final 10 Jan 2022 17:00

2b Team 360 #1 20 Dec 2021 17:00. 20% No

Team 360 #2 10 Jan 2022 17:00

3 Portfolio 31 Jan 2022 40% No

17:00.
4 Participation Ongoing week 1- 10% No

1. Assessment Task 1: Viva (individual interview)

A Viva is an oral presentation. For this task, students will participate in a self filmed mock
interview.

Value: 10%
Format: All students: Panopto video submission of oral interview
Due date & time: 06 December 2021 17:00
How to submit: Electronically, via Blackboard >Assessment folder > Assessment Task 1
Video > A1 Video Interview (click on heading link and follow instructions)

Unit learning Synthesise a wide variety of knowledge and data gathered over the degree
outcomes: course, demonstrating reflective practice, professionalism, effective
contribution to the academic and professional setting and alignment with
personal brand.

Course learning Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify
outcomes and plan opportunities for development.

PREPARATION

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Before starting this assignment, you should have read all of modules One and Two and the ‘Bovee
and Thill’ reading found on the reading list.
Please carefully watch instructions and take notes on the ‘How to Panopto’ video on Bb.

ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
For this assignment, you are required to create a Panopto video responding to a provided by
Lecturer (no option possible) interview question.

RESOURCES
Refer to Blackboard

MARKING CRITERIA
Refer to Blackboard for the marking guide (Rubric).

FEEDBACK
Feedback will be available via Blackboard>My Grades.

2. Assessment Task 2: Project

This assessment is a team report project and individual reflections on skills of team members and
self.

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 Value: 40%
Format: PDF
Team numbers are 4 max members. No single individual and at least 3
members.
Due date & time: Draft report: 13 December 2021 17:00 (to Lecturer)
Team 360 (#1): 20 December 2021 17:00
*Final report: 10 January 2022 17:00.
*Team 360 (#2) 10 January 2022 17:00.
How to submit: *Final Report plus Team 360#2 must be submitted electronically
Blackboard>Assessment folder>Assessment Task 2 >Turnitin links
Unit learning Apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to an authentic open-ended
outcomes: business scenario in order to make reasoned recommendations for
improvement that incorporate sustainability principles, business ethics and
social responsibility.
Synthesise a wide variety of knowledge and data gathered over the degree
course, demonstrating reflective practice, professionalism, effective
contribution to the academic and professional setting and alignment with
personal brand.
Course learning Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify
outcomes: and plan opportunities for development
Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an
appreciation of the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate
social responsibility.

PREPARATION
Before starting this assignment, you should have carefully read the Project Guidelines in the
Assessment Zone of Blackboard.

Team numbers: 4 max members. No individual teams and at least 3 – 4 members only.

ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Important:
Read the project guidelines:
For this assignment, you are required to produce a draft report that will be submitted to the team
discussion board for Lecturer feedback and then use that feedback to complete the final report.
Team members will be required to complete two rounds of ‘Team 360’ feedback about 1.
themselves and 2. other team members.
1. The first part of a ‘Team360’ requires you to give constructive feedback to ALL team
members, including clear action points for improvement.
2. The second part requires you to use the 5R Reflective Framework to reflect on your own
skill development.

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RESOURCES
Blackboard learning module for additional resources and Assessment Zone for submissions.

MARKING CRITERIA
Refer to Blackboard for marking criteria on the rubric. The rubric (marking key) is located in the
Assessment Zone.

FEEDBACK
Feedback on the draft report will be by the facilitator on Blackboard. A Final report rubric will
provide detailed feedback.

3. Assessment Task 3: ePortfolio-PebblePad

This is an individual task.

Value: 40%
Format: PebblePad Workbook. See Bb tab Assessments. Check Assessment Task 3:
Portfolio. Scroll down to PebblePad.
Due date & time: 31 January 2022 17:00
How to submit: * Electronically, via PebblePad
Unit learning Synthesise a wide variety of knowledge and data gathered over the degree
outcomes: course, demonstrating reflective practice, professionalism, effective
contribution to the academic and professional setting and alignment with
personal brand.
Course learning Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify
outcomes: and plan opportunities for development
Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an
appreciation of the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate
social responsibility.

* Note: Select units use CADMUS academic integrity software in addition to Turnitin to ensure
correct referencing protocols.

PREPARATION
Before starting this assignment, you should read the Portfolio Guidelines, rubric and the supplied
case study.
The full ‘Be Ready Capabilities Framework’ is located on Blackboard with an extract of the
capabilities and behaviours for SBL3500 noted in Appendix A. of the unit plan.

ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
For this assignment, you are required to access and develop your Pebble ePortfolio. You can
access the PebblePad Workbook by clicking on the PebblePad link in the Assessment Zone. See Bb

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tab Assessments. Check Assessment Task 3: Portfolio. Scroll down to PebblePad. Your ePortfolio is
evidence of your work and learnings during your university years.
Please note: The workbook will update (save your work) every time you add or change items. It is
automatically submitted on the due date.

RESOURCES
See Blackboard

MARKING CRITERIA
Available on Blackboard in the rubric, located in the Assessment Zone.

FEEDBACK
Feedback will be available via Blackboard>My Grades.

4. Assessment Task 4: Participation

This is an individual task throughout the semester. Marks will be awared for meaningful
contributions and evidence of participation in learning discussions.

Value: 10%

Format: Discussion boards/presentations/activities

Due date & time: Ongoing weeks 1-

Unit learning Synthesise a wide variety of knowledge and data gathered over the degree
outcomes: course, demonstrating reflective practice, professionalism, effective
contribution to the academic and professional setting and alignment with
personal brand.
Course learning Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an
outcomes: appreciation of the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate
social responsibility.

Occupational Health and Safety

Please consider the health and safety of yourself, and others you study with, in all the
environments where you study. Any group tasks need to be undertaken with the interests of all
involved, ensuring the culture of respect and safe working is similar to what would be undertaken
in a workplace or community setting.
ECU is proud to have led the move to smoke-free university campuses in WA and Australia. ECU’s
smoke-free policy was established in 2012 to promote the health of staff, students and visitors.
Smoking is not permitted on any ECU campus and this applies 24 hours a day seven days a week.
In accordance with the ECU Smoke-Free University Guidelines (# 4.4) "Employees observing other
employees, contractors, visitors or students smoking on University grounds should advise them
that they are smoking in a prohibited area and request them to move off ECU property."

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Feedback and unit development
We invite and welcome honest feedback at ECU, both for praise and criticism, and there are a
number of ways to proceed during a semester or teaching period. The teaching staff are your first
and most important point of contact for feedback about the unit (their details are on the first page
of this document). More formally, in week four of a standard semester, the School has an online
survey to gauge your opinions about the progress of the unit in this early stage.
The University has a central email address to capture and action feedback of a more general
nature. You can email student.feedback@ecu.edu.au or visit the Student Feedback page (accessed
at: http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/contact-us/student-feedback).

Unit and Teaching Evaluation Instrument (UTEI)

Towards the end of any given teaching period in a unit, enrolled students will be invited by email
to complete the ECU UTEI online survey. This survey will ask questions concerning your level of
satisfaction with the unit, your lecturer and your tutor. Your feedback is essential to help us to
improve the quality of our units and courses and as such, we appreciate your time to complete the
survey carefully. Your participation and the feedback you provide are anonymous and confidential.

Unit Development resulting from student feedback

More choice required in selection of behaviours to evidence and improve the ePortfolio.

Unit Development resulting from peer review, benchmarking and AoL

The unit SBL3500 Integrated Business Application covers course learning outcomes embedded in
this and a number of other units, included in the ECU School of Business and Law Assurance of
Learning process.

Feedback from previous teaching periods is used to make improvements on unit content and
teaching and learning activities.

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 Appendix A.
Be Ready Capabilities Framework – extract (Capabilities and Behaviours for SBL3500)
Capability Behaviour name Behaviour descriptor
Self-awareness Self-reflection Reflect on and evaluate personal practices, values, strengths
and weaknesses in the workplace.
Self-development Actively seek, monitor and evaluate sustainable opportunities
for personal and professional learning.
Career self- Develop meaningful and realistic career goals and pathways
management for achieving them in light of changing labour market conditions
and disruptions to industry.
Personal brand Develop and promote own personal brand which reflects
personal values and clearly articulates strengths, capabilities
and achievements.

Enterprise Innovation Initiate and support change and add value by embracing new
ideas and showing ingenuity and creativity in addressing
challenges and problems.
Initiative Take action unprompted to achieve agreed goals.
Adaptability Adaptable to change and demonstrates flexibility in approach
to all aspects of work.

Self-management Self-efficacy Be self-confident in dealing with the challenges that

employment and life present.
Resilience Persevere and retain effectiveness under pressure or when
things go wrong.
Work / life balance Ability to maintain well-being and a productive balance of work
and life.
Emotional Recognise own emotions and regulate and adapt to
intelligence environment or common goals.

Responsibility and Social responsibility Behave in a manner which is sustainable and consistent with
accountability company policy and/or broader community values.
Personal Accept responsibility for own decisions, actions and work
accountability outcomes.
Ethical behaviour Behave in accordance with relevant professional standards,
values and codes of conduct.
Commercial Recognise different organisational structures, industries and
awareness sectors and the importance of adapting behaviour and attitudes
to varying missions, operations, culture, policies and systems.

Professionalism Efficiency Achieve prescribed goals and outcomes in a timely and

resourceful manner.
Autonomy Complete tasks in a self-directed manner in the absence of
supervision.
Time management Manage one’s own time effectively to accomplish goals.
Relationship Able to initiate and engage in appropriate conversation, build
building networks and differentiate between personal friendships and
collegial relationships.
Drive Go beyond the call of duty by pitching in, including undertaking
menial tasks, as required by the business.
Goal and task Set, maintain and consistently act upon achievable goals,
management prioritised tasks, plans and schedules.

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