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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.

313423 v.1 Master of International Business

MIntlBus(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 058470B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction

The course features guided independent study, team projects and maximum use of information and communication technology towards the development of international business and global managerial competencies.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree or graduate certificate, or an equivalent qualification, from a recognised tertiary institution.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Some units are available during the evening. International onshore students on student visas are not permitted to study on a part-time mode.

Intermediate Awards 1

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 II

Graduate Certificate in International Business; Graduate Diploma in International Business

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 seek employment with companies that have an interest in or focus on international business activities.

Additional Courses Expenses

Students are expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Other CRICOS Codes

Bentley - 058470B (78 weeks). List of codes for Sydney - 058602F (104 weeks), 058603E (104 weeks).

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
12217 v.3   Global Distribution and Transportation 501 3.0 25.0
305581 v.1   Environmental Issues in Business 501 3.0 25.0
5275 v.10   Management Overview 560 3.0 25.0
5472 v.9   Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation 580 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
12285 v.4   Global Business 650 3.0 25.0
306344 v.1   Comparative Management 601 3.0 25.0
5254 v.8   Corporate Strategy 650 3.0 25.0
5771 v.9   International Human Resource Management 650 7.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
12474 v.3   International Marketing 615 3.0 25.0
306346 v.1   Dynamics of International Strategy 601 3.0 25.0
312223 v.1   Contemporary Governance 600 3.0 25.0
5758 v.6   International Management 675 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Availability

Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2012 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2012 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      
2012 Sydney Campus Semester 1   Y      
2012 Sydney Campus Semester 2   Y      
2012 Sydney Campus Summer Semester   Y      
2012 Charles Telfair Inst Mauritius Semester 1   Y      
2012 Charles Telfair Inst Mauritius Semester 2   Y      
2012 Charles Telfair Inst Mauritius Summer Semester   Y      
2012 Singapore Campus Semester 1   Y      
2012 Singapore Campus Semester 2   Y      
2012 Singapore Campus Summer Semester   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.