Outline the cultural characteristics of each country and then provide a comparative analysis of how these cultural characteristics impact upon how they negotiate. You should include some examples as part of your analysis. These examples can be from the academic literature, contemporary events and/or your own personal experiences of cross cultural negotiations from activities conducted in the workshops or other aspects of your life.
Format:
The Research Assignment must be in essay format (not report format) using complete sentences and paragraphs. You may use headings if you wish. Diagrams, tables and other graphics may be included. You should aim to write concisely using direct language to stay within the word length. This is an individual assessment submission NOT a group submission.
Research and Referencing:
You should focus your research on scholarly literature such as journal articles and academic books which are the most credible sources of information. Students may use some non-academic sources in the Research Assignment if they wish, however must still include a minimum of 10 academic sources to be acceptable. Students should attempt to go beyond the prescribed textbook and reading materials on the Learning@Griffith course website.
Please note that references to Lecture Slides, Blogs, Wikipedia and unauthorised internet websites are not valid academic sources for university assignments. Non-academic on-line references may only be used to illustrate examples or comparisons and must include the URL and details in accordance with the guidelines. Students who are still unsure should speak to their Tutor directly.
Students are strongly encouraged to utilise the Griffith University Library on campus to conduct research and locate relevant and credible sources of information. Other reputable libraries in the Brisbane area which contain useful resources are The State Library of Queensland at South Brisbane, Social Sciences and Humanities Library at The University of Queensland at St Lucia campus and the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Library at Gardens Point campus.
Students may choose either APA or Harvard referencing style. Information on both the Harvard and APA style of referencing is available on the Learning@Griffith course website under the link to the GBS Resources Bank. The in-text references and citations in the Reference List should be consistent. You should use a minimum of 10 academic sources.
Extensions:
Students must contact their Tutor directly about extensions. The Lecturer and Course Convenor do not approve extensions. Documentary evidence that complies with University policy must be provided to your Tutor with any extension request. Extensions can only be granted on medical or compassionate grounds or in exceptional circumstances which meet the university policy. Pressure of work commitments will not be accepted as a reason for an extension.
Feedback on Assessment:
The marking of your Research Assignment will be on-line using Turnitin with comments and a mark provided for each criteria in the Grading Form located in the Rubric tab. Students are encouraged to view their marked paper and carefully read the comments and reflect on each criteria. The full marking criteria (rubric) is available on the course website.
Academic Misconduct:
Please refer to the University’s course website and the Course Profile for information on university policies regarding academic misconduct such as plagiarism.
