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Courses Handbook 2012

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2012.
Information for current year courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2011.

312174 v.1 Master of Management

MMgnt(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 068618D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction

This is a challenging and flexible program that develops the skills and competencies, knowledge and confidence to gain employment in the global business environment and to make effective decisions in an increasingly uncertain and volatile business environment. It is designed for those aspiring to middle, senior and executive level managerial careers. The program incorporates working in diverse teams, learning independently and doing a consulting project involving a business placement. Entry into 13310 Consulting/ Internship 600 is competitive and as such internship placements are not guaranteed. Alternative is two post graduate elective units to the value of 50 credit points.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree in any field other than management with a course-weighted average (CWA) of at least 60% in the previous degree, or, significant professional work experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Application for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is three semesters, 100 credit per semester, full time or equivalent part time study.

Intermediate Awards

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

Course Organisation

Students who are required to take foundation units will be expected to take them in the first semester of the course.

Professional Recognition

Depending upon the major area of study chosen, graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Management.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally find employment in supervisory and managerial roles within private and public organisations.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. In addition, students may undertake a study tour unit at their own expense.

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
Year 1 Semester 1
10481 v.3   Business Ethics 567 3.0 25.0
  OR  
11941 v.3   Managerial Accounting 530 3.0 25.0
5248 v.7   Managerial Leadership 561 3.0 25.0
5275 v.10   Management Overview 560 3.0 25.0
  OR  
308353 v.3   Managing in the Public Sector 500 3.0 25.0
5472 v.9   Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation 580 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
12468 v.3   Current Marketing Issues 600 3.0 25.0
  OR  
308351 v.2   Public Policy Analysis and Design 500 3.0 25.0
5770 v.8   Knowledge Worker Retention 600 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
13310 v.3 #   Consultancy/Internship 600 20.0 50.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  100.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credit
300945 v.5   International Dynamics 601 3.0 25.0
306812 v.2   Creativity and Innovation 600 3.0 25.0
312219 v.1   Dynamic Organisations 600 3.0 25.0
312223 v.1   Contemporary Governance 600 3.0 25.0

#    Students not wishing to undertake this unit may choose two Electives to the Value of 50 credits

Availability

Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2012 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y        
2012 Bentley Campus Semester 2 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.