308099 v.1 Graduate Diploma in Future Studies

 

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Introduction

This course is an ideal starting point for those wishing to enhance their skills and upgrade their formal qualifications. Successful completion allows a progression to the Master of Future Studies program.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Exemptions should be discussed with the academic coordinator and applictionas made when enrolling.

Duration and Availability

The minimum course duration is two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Future Studies may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award, subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Course Organisation

The course consists of eight units, six of them delivered in an intensive, block format at 2 full days per week for three weeks. The electives (dependent on choice) may be undertaken in a different format and are selected after discussion with the academic coordinator.

Career Opportunities

There are many opportunities to apply the skills learnt in this Graduate Diploma in the workplace. These opportunities exist in private, government and non-government organisations and in the area of management, strategy, policy and planning.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 2 Semester 1
13627	v.3		Introduction to Futures and Foresight Studies 501	15.0	25.0
13630	v.4		Issues for the Future 502	15.0	25.0
13632	v.4		Soft Systems Thinking 506	15.0	25.0
			SELECT 1 OPTION/S		25.0
					100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
13628	v.4		Scenarios and Strategy 503	3.0	25.0
13629	v.4		Futures and Foresight Research Methodologies 505	15.0	12.5
13631	v.3		International Risk Management 504	15.0	12.5
			SELECT 1 OPTION/S		25.0
					100.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 0 Not entered				Hrs/Wk	Credits
10975	v.5		Corporate Finance 660	3.0	25.0
11386	v.3		Philosophy, Ethics and Leadership 620	3.0	25.0
11388	v.2		Leadership Development 510	3.0	25.0
303950	v.2		Environmental Management Strategy 660	3.0	25.0
5282	v.6		Marketing Management 555	3.0	25.0
5287	v.9		Human Resource Management 555	3.0	25.0
5698	v.5		Organisational Behaviour 550	3.0	25.0
5699	v.6		Financial Management 550	3.0	25.0
5757	v.6		Organisation Change and Development 573	3.0	25.0
5906	v.5		Strategic Cost Management 660	3.0	25.0
5934	v.4		Legal Environment 560	3.0	25.0
6431	v.5		Strategic Information Management 660	3.0	25.0
6439	v.5		Competitive Marketing Strategies 660	3.0	25.0
#	Elective choice should be discussed with the Academic Coordinator prior to enrolment