307426 v.4 Master of Science (Mineral Economics), Master of Business Administration
MSc(Curtin),MBA(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 050596G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2.5 Years
Introduction
This course combines the financial and economic resource sector focus of the Master program in Mineral Economics with the Curtin Master of Business Administration (MBA), which is of world-class quality having been internationally accredited by the association of MBAs. The Curtin MBA also ranks within the top 100 MBAs in the world (Economic Intelligence Unit). Furthermore, the course continues to foster a vibrant relationship with the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM). The course will provide students with a thorough foundation in resource sector management and contemporary business theories. Emphasis is also placed on the creation and critical evaluation of innovative ideas and strategies within ambiguous and contemporary business environments. The curriculum has a highly applied practical focus and is delivered by leading academics and business practitioners. It seeks to equip graduates with a range of analytical and managerial skills that are suitable for senior management and decision making roles in resources, mining and energy companies.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution or equivalent, and at least three years relevant work experience. Selection, which is competitive, will be based on a range of information including grades achieved in previous study, referee reports, relevance of work experience, career aspirations and test results. Applicants are required to submit referee reports and a CV. Interviews may also be required. Applicants with three or more years of relevant work experience and who have completed four units of the Graduate Certificate in Business with an average grade or 70 per cent or better, will be offered entry to this double master degree in Mineral Economics and Business Administration. Well-performing candidates without an appropriate background may be admitted but will be required to complete appropriate bridging and special course units as prescribed. In certain cases, the need to complete these special units may result in an extension of studies beyond the length of the course.
Specific Requirements
The Graduate Board of Examiners requires, unless there are exceptional circumstances, that those with more than two failures in the course or more than four units with grades below 60 per cent be excluded from the course, so as to maintain the high standard expected of such a prestigious qualification.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is equivalent to two and a quarter years of full-time or equivalent part-time study in trimesters and intensive study periods with flexible package formats. Normal entry is at the beginning of the calendar year (trimester 1), but May and September entry is also possible (trimester 2 and 3).
Intermediate Awards I
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 award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Mineral Economics; Graduate Certificate in Business (Mineral Economics); Graduate Certificate in Business; Graduate Diploma in Mineral Economics; Master of Science (Mineral Economics); Master of Business Administration.
Course Organisation
Units in the Master of Science (Mineral Economics) program are typically available over three-week intensive periods in four and eight day modular blocks. Units in the Master of Business Administration are available in trimester and flexible package formats. Students can select half units (12.5 credits) and full units (25 credits) from the Department of Mineral and Energy Economics, and only full units are offered within the Master of Business Administration. Students must complete 450 credit points and a minimum of 40 hours of professional development to graduate with a Master of Science (Mineral Economics)/Master of Business Administration.
Additional Course Expenses
Student may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.
Special Note
Prospective students intending to commence this course from 2010 should consult the Department of Mineral and Energy Economics within the Graduate School of Business to discuss possible changes to course completion requirements.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10939 | v.6 | Natural Resources Economics 601 | 32.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10943 | v.5 | Cost and Capital Investment Estimation 602 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10944 | v.4 | Economic Forecasting 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10946 | v.4 | Socioeconomic Impacts 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10947 | v.5 | Mineral Market Analysis 601 | 32.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10949 | v.6 | International Resource Trade 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| OR | |||||
| 13005 | v.4 | International Resource Competitiveness 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10952 | v.4 | Case Study in Project Evaluation 602 | 1.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10975 | v.5 | Corporate Finance 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303950 | v.3 | Sustainability Management Strategies 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306027 | v.3 | Hedging and Options 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 306028 | v.3 | Contract Management 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 306031 | v.3 | Resource Sector Finance 602 | 32.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306032 | v.3 | Resource Sector Management 601 | 32.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306052 | v.2 | Business Strategy and International Business 660 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 5282 | v.6 | Marketing Management 555 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5698 | v.5 | Organisational Behaviour 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6649 | v.6 | Human Resource Strategies 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 5266 | v.9 | Contemporary Issues in Human Resources 555 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 308217 | v.2 | Legal Issues in Human Resources 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 75.0 | ||||
| 450.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10940 | v.4 # | Resource Sector Finance 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10942 | v.5 * | Legal and Regulatory Environment 602 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 10948 | v.5 # | Resource Sector Management 602 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11385 | v.3 ^ | Strategic Customer Leadership 610 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11714 | v.4 * | Mining 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11715 | v.4 * | Mineral Processing 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11716 | v.4 * | Mineral Exploration 601 | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| 12025 | v.3 | Business Research Project (Graduate School of Business) 593 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12828 | v.3 | Business Decisions 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13198 | v.3 ^ | Business Process Improvement 620 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13242 | v.2 ^ | Business Performance 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13302 | v.4 ^ | Leading and Facilitating Teams 620 | 39.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301316 | v.2 ^ | Contract and Procurement Optimisation 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311374 | v.1 | Oil and Gas Markets 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312811 | v.1 | Mineral Finance and Project Evaluation 601 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312812 | v.1 | Alternative and Secondary Energy Markets 602 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5755 | v.6 ^ | Managerial Effectiveness 571 | 39.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5757 | v.6 ^ | Organisational Change and Development 573 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6431 | v.5 | Strategic Information Management 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| # | Technical graduates select two of these options | |
| * | Non-Technical graduates select these two options | |
| NB | Two units may be taken from 198004 Master of Business Administration in place of Non-Technical or Technical units in consultation with the course coordinator. | |
| ^ | Select two of these options |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2010 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2010 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 3 | Y |
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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