MC-BUSADM v.4 Master of Business Administration

Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.

This course will provide you with a thorough foundation in contemporary business theories emphasising the creation and critical evaluation of innovative ideas and strategies within ambiguous and uncertain business environments. Throughout the course, students will complete a broad range of high-level, general and specialised business units. It is aimed primarily at middle and senior managers looking to improve their standing in industry, combining current business theory and local and international perspectives with hands-on project work and is interwoven with a core set of values reflecting our commitment to ethical and sustainable corporate governance practices. Located in the heart of the Perth CBD, the Curtin Graduate School of Business provides its students with constant exposure to the culture of excellence and you can be assured your MBA will prepare you for the challenges of an ever-changing business environment.

Course Accreditation

The MBA has been EPAS accredited since 2012. Awarded by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), EPAS accreditation means the MBA has been assessed as achieving the right balance between high academic quality and practical relevance for students in a global business environment.

Course Accreditation Status

Following the 2018 reaccreditation application process, the EFMD granted the MBA EPAS accreditation for the period October 2018 to October 2021.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.

This course offers specialisations in Leadership ,Energy Futures, Innovation and Business Success, Digital Marketing as well as the generic Business stream.

Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply a thorough discipline specific foundation of contemporary business theories, concepts and principles in a group or organisational environment; independently identify and investigate a research problem

2. create, critically evaluate and reflect upon innovative ideas and strategies within ambiguous and uncertain business environments (including business, government and not-for-profit organisations)

3. select appropriate information using technologies; make valid judgments and synthesise information from a range of sources; access, evaluate and synthesise diverse information for intelligent business application

4. communicate effectively in ways to appropriately interpret technical and non-technical information to a varied audience, for a range of purposes and to a professional standard

5. select and use appropriate technologies and recognise their advantages and limitations

6. possess and be able to utilise life-long learning strategies; maintain currency in professional practice

7. recognise and apply international perspectives within the business environment; apply international standards of practice and evaluate issues from a variety of perspectives

8. develop shared understandings of contemporary relevant issues which demonstrate a high and balanced level of cultural awareness in a diverse cultural business setting

9. apply professional skills- team work, leadership and ethical behaviour. Demonstrate, through self-leadership, a duty of care, honesty, integrity, fairness and knowledge of principles and law to uphold the ethical requirements of the profession

Duration and Availability

This course is one and a half years full-time or equivalent part-time. Depending on unit selection, this course can be completed fully online. International students on student visas are not permitted to study fully online. Some specialisations in this course are not available at all campus locations and to international students studying in Australia. Please refer to information provided for individual specialisations.

Location and delivery Mode

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.

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* Students choose one specialisation (each 4 units, 100 credits), with 7 units (200 credits) forming the common core of the MBA.

Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

Specifically, for entry into the MBA applicants require a bachelor degree from a recognized tertiary institution and at least five years work experience, at least three years of which must be at a managerial, supervisory and/or senior professional level. Graduates from the Curtin Graduate Certificate in Business with a CWA of least 70 % will be considered as qualified for entry. Applicants for the MBA are also required to meet University academic and English language entry standards (IELTS requirement of 6.5 overall [with no individual band less than 6]). Entry to the course is competitive and applicants will be required to undertake an interview as the final stage of application assessment.

Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm

Credit may be granted for relevant prior qualifications recognised as being at the same level as the MBA, and/or, relevant professional development programs of equal standing to MBA units.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:

Intermediate Awards (Specific)

GC-BUSI Graduate Certificate in Business; GD-BUSI Graduate Diploma in Business

Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au

Award Pathway

This course is an exit award of the MM-MECBAD Master of Science (Mineral and Energy Economics), Master of Business Administration. Students who complete the Master of Business Administration may be eligible for entry into the MC-MBAADV Master of Business Administration (Advanced) to further their studies.

Specific Course Completion Details

This course requires completion of 40 hours of professional development.