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This master degree will not only help to further extend practical skills in your chosen specialisation, but it will also provide you with valuable business management skills. The specialised fields you are able to choose from include: photo, digital and graphic media painting and drawing spatial studies, involving public art, sculpture, textiles, glass, ceramics, jewellery/metal, furniture, and illustration. A key focus is on the development and application of research processes and methodologies and you will graduate with the cognitive skills needed to review and analyse information. You will also develop skills in marketing and critical analysis. Advanced Standing Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree in a related discipline are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.

A research degree is an advanced program of study allowing you to investigate a topic relevant to your field. Under the supervision of world-class researchers, you will learn and apply advanced research methodologies to produce new knowledge and provide solutions to the world’s grand challenges. Completing a research degree means becoming an expert in your field. It’s your opportunity to take a topic that interests you, explore it in depth, tackle intellectual, creative and practical challenges, and communicate your findings. You can study a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Philosophy (by Portfolio of Publications) or Masters by Research. Research degrees offered at UniSA Masters by Research .axcls-1{fill-rule:evenodd} MORE ABOUT WHAT IS A RESEARCH DEGREE

The Master of Professional Accounting will prepare you for practice as a professional accountant. You will develop analytical, general business management and problem-solving skills, and gain a comprehensive understanding of accounting practice. Your studies will focus on financial and management accounting, finance, commercial law, taxation law and auditing. You’ll study contemporary research and real-life case studies with the opportunity to complete an industry placement in Australia or overseas. You will graduate well-equipped for a global career, knowledgeable in areas such as commerce, tax, financial management, and public practice. Our summer and winter schools offer exciting study and learning opportunities. With options such as intensives and internships, you can spread your study load across the year and increase your exchange opportunities. If you already have a business degree or another related qualification, you could be eligible for Advanced Standing and complete this degree in just 1.5 years.

Gain advanced marketing knowledge and skills to develop smart and robust solutions to complex marketing issues modern organisations face in today’s business climate. You will learn about business analytics, buyer behaviour and resource management with a focus on digital media, the design and planning of effective media, and brand management strategy. Graduate with the knowledge and skills to design successful marketing and branding strategies, and the expertise to accelerate your career as a business professional. You will be immersed in real-world challenges and have access to industry placements, overseas study tours and elective courses to suit your personal and professional development needs. Our summer and winter schools offer exciting study and learning opportunities. With extra-curricular options, you can also spread your study load across the year or fast track your degree.

Prepare for success as a manager in the vibrant arts sector with the only qualification of its kind in South Australia. In this exciting degree, you will develop an advanced understanding of contemporary management theory and how it applies to the various elements of the creative arts and cultural industries. You will develop leadership and problem-solving abilities, and the knowledge and skills to inform policy-making at government and peak industry body levels. Your studies will cover arts management, arts philanthropy, and arts and cultural events. You will learn the complex relationships between government, not-for-profit and private sponsorship of the arts. You will benefit from a range of experience-based learning opportunities, including overseas study and business mentoring by a senior business leader through the Executive Partners Program. Our summer and winter schools offer exciting study and learning opportunities. With options such as intensives, internships and global study tours, you can spread your study load across the year, increase your exchange opportunities and fast track your degree. If you already have a business degree or another related qualification, you could be eligible for Advanced Standing and complete this degree in just 1.5 years.

The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been developed for experienced managers and enterprising leaders. It has a strong practical focus on senior management decision-making and industry relevance. You will gain real-world insights through access to academic and industry experts, benefit from a curriculum informed by current research and further your professional practice to advance your career progression. You will engage with a cohort of experienced peers from diverse industries in a highly interactive learning environment. This will maximise your networking and career development opportunities. We also deliver experiential learning opportunities with direct application to the workplace which will deepen your expertise in fields such as strategy, marketing, finance, leadership, law, international business, and ethics and sustainability. Our fully-flexible MBA allows you to tailor your studies to suit your individual needs with the option to complete your degree full-time, part-time, online, face-to-face or in mixed mode. As a guide, full-time MBA students generally undertake two courses per study period and part-time students undertake one course. Studying the MBA full-time will normally take 18 months, however you can fast-track your study and finish in just 12 months. Part-time students taking one course per study period can typically complete the MBA in three years.

Are you an early-career professional looking to progress your career in an international business context? This degree will develop your knowledge of the global business environment and enable you to maximise your career development opportunities and employment prospects. You will benefit from a range of experience-based learning opportunities, including overseas study and business mentoring by a senior business leader through the Executive Partners Program. You will learn about business strategy, international trade, global marketing and international human resource management with a focus on the design and planning of effective media, and brand management strategy. You will graduate with the knowledge and skills to address complex digital media issues, design successful marketing and branding strategies, and the expertise to accelerate your career as a business professional in an international context.

Information is one of the most vital, strategic assets of an organisation. Archiving and records management professionals use their unique and advanced technological skills to maintain and leverage these assets, and to minimise organisational risk. You can tailor your studies to suit your busy life, with flexible options such as part time and online study. The Master of Information Management (Archives and Records Management) is the only qualification of its kind in South Australia. It leverages a unique partnership with the State Library and State Records of South Australia, it offers a learning environment informed by industry and relevant professional practice. The degree is offered as part of a suite of three programs (graduate certificate, graduate diploma and master). Each qualification extends to the next, so you can easily transition to a master level qualification. If you decide to exit this degree having completed the first four courses you will receive the Graduate Certificate in Information Management. If you have completed the first nine courses you will receive the Graduate Diploma in Information Management (Archives and Records Management). There is the option to complete a minor thesis on a topic of your choice which could result in your eligibility to apply for a PhD.

This program is approved by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and will equip you with the education requirements to practice as a qualified financial adviser. We’ve worked closely with industry to develop our course content, and regularly consult with FASEA to ensure your Graduate Diploma meets the most up-to-date industry standards. Our Master of Finance (Financial Planning) is best suited to new entrants with a non-relevant degree.* Depending on your previous qualification/s, you may also be eligible to apply for credit or Advanced Standing, which means you could potentially finish your degree sooner, saving you both time and money. If you do not meet the entry requirements for the master’s program but have industry experience in a related financial services role, you can use our Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning as a direct entry pathway. What is a financial adviser? Financial advisers assist clients to build and manage their personal wealth, tax, financial risk and spending over their lifetimes. They consider a number of factors such as current wealth, income and lifestyle aspirations, and develop plans so their clients can reach short and long-term financial goals. With a strong practical focus and access to state-of-the-art technology, you will further your skills in preparing detailed financial plans and documentation which meet legal and regulatory requirements. *Definitions: Existing financial adviser: Any person who was ‘current’ on the ASIC’s Financial Advisers Register, or who provided personal advice in a foreign country to retail clients in relation to relevant financial products at any time between 1 January 2016 and 1 January 2019 (and was not prohibited from providing advice on 1 January 2019). New entrant: Any person who does not meet the above definition of an existing adviser. Relevant degree: An AQF 7,8 or 9 qualification that contains at least 8 courses in one or more of the designated fields of study (and in any combination) – financial planning, accounting, taxation law, finance law, finance, business law, investments, estate law, banking, and economics. Non-relevant degree: An AQF 7,8 or 9 qualification in any other different field of study to the areas listed above. Approved degree: A degree that is listed in the Corporations (Relevant Providers Degrees, Qualifications and Courses Standard) Determination 2018 – a FASEA-approved AQF 7, 8 (Graduate Diploma) or 9 qualification.

Our Master of Finance (Global Investment and Trade) will equip you with the skills to manage critical issues facing global trade and international business and finance. This degree will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the interconnections between institutions and global financial markets and the implications of changing regulation and policy. Using state-of-the-art market simulation programs in our Iress Trading Room on campus, you will gain hands-on experience and further understand the intricacies behind international investment. You can also choose to enhance your business consulting skills and experience through a professional placement in Australia or overseas. You will graduate with the skills to apply financial theory to the real-world challenges faced by senior investment professionals working in a global environment.