Courses Handbook 2008

146604 v.2 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

Development of global managerial competencies in the Asia-Pacific region. The course features guided independent study, team projects and maximum use of information and communication technology. A unique feature of the course is its action learning format and emphasis on international business competencies. The program is not a generalist course where students from diverse, non-business backgrounds are accepted. It is a master program for candidates with business or related experience.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree in business, economics or commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution, provided the specific discipline in the bachelor degree is different to that of the proposed professional master, or a bachelor degree in a field other than business, economics or commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution, or an honours degree, or a graduate diploma (in business, economics or commerce), or significant professional experience. Note that students may be required to complete additional foundation units at the discretion of the appropriate academic program area head.

Specific Requirements

Candidates with insufficient background may be required to complete one or more of the following foundation units before commencing the Master of International Business program: International Trade 501, Finance (International) 573, Management Processes and Policies 560, Innovative Organisations 564 or Communication in Organisations 560.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is three (100 credits per semester) 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 award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management.

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

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.

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
Majors, Streams or Other Core Components
10962 v.3 #   Law (International Business) 533 3.0 25.0
12285 v.4 *   Global Business 650 3.0 25.0
12474 v.3 #   International Marketing 615 3.0 25.0
306344 v.1   Comparative Management 601 3.0 25.0
309857 v.2 *   Business Web Design 501 3.0 25.0
5758 v.6 *   International Management 675 3.0 25.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   150.0
  300.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credit
10964 v.4   Taxation (International) 547 3.0 25.0
11637 v.3   International Banking 563 3.0 25.0
11666 v.3 ^   Business Dissertation (Management) 695 3.0 25.0
12284 v.3 ^   Regional Study Tour 670 7.0 25.0
306346 v.1   Dynamics of International Strategy 601 3.0 25.0
306365 v.2   Economics (Asian-Pacific Markets) 500 3.0 25.0
306820 v.1   Business Strategy and Corporate Culture 563 3.0 25.0
306821 v.1   Strategic Management (Alliances, Partnerships and Networks) 562 3.0 25.0
5707 v.6   Accounting (International) 514 3.0 25.0
5745 v.6   Industrial Relations (Comparative) 562 3.0 25.0
5771 v.8   Human Resource Management (International) 650 3.0 25.0
#      Stage 1 units
*      Stage 2 units (normally require completion of Stage 1)
N1      An approved Language/Cultural Studies unit may be studied as an optional unit. Prior approval from the Master of International Business, academic program area head is required
N2      Candidates directly accepted in the program may select any of the foundation units as optional units. These units are 13314 Intl Trade 501, 12753 Finance (Int) 573, 5275 Mgnt Proc & Policies 562, 306812 Innovative Org 564 or 1128 Comm in Org 560
^      This unit may be used to replace Stage 2 units of equivalent credits. Prior approval from the Master of International Business, academic program controller is required

Availability

Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2008 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2008 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      
2008 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      
2008 Sydney Campus Semester 1S   Y      
2008 Sydney Campus Semester 1S   Y      
2008 Sydney Campus Semester 2S   Y      
2008 Sydney Campus Sydney Summer Semester   Y      
2008 Univ Econ Ho Chi Minh Vietnam Semester 1A   Y      
2008 Univ Econ Ho Chi Minh Vietnam Study Period 3   Y      
2008 Univ Econ Ho Chi Minh Vietnam Semester 2A   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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