BBSD591 – Treaty of Waitangi and Business
Module code
BBSD591
Module title
Treaty of Waitangi and Business
Prescription
The purpose of this module is to provide the student with an understanding of political concepts, issues and processes pertaining to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The student will develop an appreciation of various socio-cultural perspecitves on racial and cultural issues within Aotearoa New Zealand. The student will also explore ways in which these concepts and issues apply to business.
Programmes
- BS0671
- BS1054
- BS1064
- SP1006
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Not Web enabled
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 48
- Self directed hours
- 102
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1. Understand a process for developing and refining ideas:
- Identify, discuss and evaluate issues presented in course brief and tutorials
- Identify, discuss and evaluate issues extracted from various texts
- Demonstrate the ability to present coherent arguments orally and in written form
- Complete self-directed research and reflect upon research
- Write original cultural articles for the media
2. Demonstrate a knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the intent of the preamble of the Treaty of Waitangi
- Maori and English articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi are analysed and discussed
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the context in which the Treaty of Waitangi was written:
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its history are described in the context of the events leading up to its signing.
- Describe the vested interests of the signatories to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
4. Explain theories of biculturalism in the context of New Zealand society:
- Develop an understanding of the concepts of tino rangatiratanga, kawanatanga, integration, assimilation, biculturalism (fiduciary relationship) and multiculturalism
- Apply the theories to a contemporary business practice
- Understand limits and roles of Pakeha - individual and collective responsibilities
5. Demonstrate an understanding of key terms in Maori Language and Culture
- Introduce and practice correct Maori pronunciation through the medium of Maori vowel and syllable sounds
- Introduce and practice key tikanga terms in te reo Maori
- Understand issues of appropriation
6. Develop an understanding of the impact of Treaty and cultural issues on government, local authorities and business:
- Treaty related organisations are identified and their roles are described
- Investigate and report on a contemporary Treaty issue
- Investigate the impact of legislation on territorial authorities - Assessment Criteria
- Candidates must achieve a minimum result of 40 in the final examination or nominated assessment/s of each module. They must also achieve a minimum C grade pass overall from all assessments to receive a passing grade for the module.
- Content
- 1. Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its content
- Power structures at the time of writing
- Interpretation of the four articles
- Principles of the Treaty
2. Cultural theories and information
- Demographic overview of Aotearoa New Zealand
- Implications of biculturalism
- Implications of the Treaty for all cultures, including the principle of reflexivity
- Media issues, including reportage and ownership
3. Te Reo Maori
- Basic greetings
- Introduction to cultural terms
- Basic business language
4. Tikanga Maori
- Kawa tikanga of the marae
- Cultural concepts and values
5. Business Issues
- Government
- Local authorities
- Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993
- Maori Trust Boards
- Maori incorporations
- Maori small businesses
- Maori market segmentation
- Government legislation e.g. Resource Management Act, State Sector Act, Bastion Point
claim
- Business gain and legal structures in a liberal democracy - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Teaching will involve blended delivery methods incorporating theoretical and practical classes, face to face, lectures, tutorials, workshops, group activities, guest lecturers, field trips, role-play, video conferencing, and on-line delivery, as appropriate.
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- Required Text:
Reed/Karetu (2001) Revised Concise Maori Dictionary
Reed, Auckland, NZ
Recommended Reading:
Bell, D. (Ed). Ethnic New Zealand: Towards cultural understanding. Hamilton, N.Z.: New Settlers Focus Group (1997)
Comrie, M. & McGregor, J. Whose news Palmerston North, N.Z.:
Dunmore
King, M. Kawe Korero: A guide to reporting Maori activities (1994)
Maughan, B. & Kingi, T. Te ture whenua Maori: Retention and development:
Asking hard questions about Maori land.
The New Zealand Law Journal.
1 January 1998.
Orange, C. The story of a treaty. Wellington, N.Z:
Bridget Williams (1989)
Tauroa, H. & P Te Marae: A guide to customs and protocols. Auckland, NM.Z.: Reed Methuen (1986)
Takoa Te Aka Kumara o Aotearoa. (2004) Auckland, N.Z.: Tuhi Tuhi Communications
Hui Whakapumau: Maori Development Conference, 10-11 August 1994.
Maori for the office: Te reo Maori mo te tari. (1997). Auckland, N.Z.: OUP
Maori Women: Steps to enterprise. (1994). Wellington, N.Z.: Te ohu whakatupu, Te minitanga mo nga wahine.
Palmerston North, N.Z.: Massey University (1994)
Iwi commercial development conference. T Rapa (1993). Wellington, N.Z.
Ministry of Maori Development (1993)
He wananga: Business money and Maori women (1990). Wellington, N.Z.:
Ministry of Women's Affairs
