MGW1010 Introduction to management
Faculty of Business and Economics
MGW1010 Introduction to management is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 14 units, leading on to 18 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MGW1010
Prohibitions
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After MGW1010
14 units list MGW1010 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- MGB2200Business communicationNo reviews yet
- MGB3120Inclusive managementNo reviews yet
- MGB3249Managing business projectsNo reviews yet
- MGB3684Business strategyNo reviews yet
- MGF2341Managing employee relationsNo reviews yet
- MGM3782Operations and supply chain management No reviews yet
- MGW2430Human resource managementNo reviews yet
- MGW3230Organisational behaviour and changeNo reviews yet
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Overview
This unit offers a critical introduction to fundamental questions in the discipline of management. What is management? What do managers do, and how do I become a good manager? What are the effects of management practice on employees and their experience of being managed? Key contemporary issues of globalisation and cultural diversity, ethics and social responsibility affect the answers to these questions and are therefore woven throughout the curriculum. The unit draws upon a range of sources - academic, practical, popular cultural - to engage you in multiple ways of knowing about management.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Written70%
- Presentation30%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
discuss fundamental concepts, models and approaches that represent the theory of management
- 2
critically evaluate management theory and research evidence to propose effective business solutions in alignment with responsible management practices
- 3
apply communication skills required of the management discipline to address business challenges.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.
This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
MGW1010 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Ng Su-Ann
- Ms Lee Yee Qin
- Chanatip Suksai
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MGW1010?
MGW1010 has no prerequisites.
What can I take after MGW1010?
MGW1010 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 14 units, including MGB2200, MGB3120, MGB3249, MGB3684, MGF2341 and MGM3782. Those lead on to 18 units in all.
When is MGW1010 offered?
In 2026, MGW1010 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia.
How much work is MGW1010?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MGW1010 have an exam?
No. MGW1010 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MGW1010?
MGW1010 is part of Food science and business; International business management; and Management.