MDA20028 · Swinburne University of Technology
Business of Media and Entrepreneurship
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Design
What it covers
This unit explores the social, ethical and practical dimensions of media as an economic activity. The unit uses a series of case studies to investigate the diversity of business models that underpin traditional and emerging forms of media, and examines how the media functions with respect to other social, political and economic institutions. Students will be introduced to a range of skills and concepts that are crucial to understanding and operating within contemporary media businesses.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment | Individual | 30% |
| Essay | Individual | 30% |
| Research Proposal | Group | 40% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Hawthorn | On campus |