196604 v.4 Master of Business Leadership
MBL(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 074578A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1.5 Years
Introduction
The Master of Business Leadership (MBL) is a specialist degree dedicated to the pursuit of leadership excellence. It is offered through the Curtin Graduate School of Business (CGSB), one of the largest executive graduates business schools in the Asia Pacific Region and located in the heart of the Perth CBD. It is taught alongside the Master of Business Administration (MBA), which is internationally accredited by the UK based Association of MBAs (AMBAs) and is one of the few MBAs in Australia to be internationally ranked by the The Economist. The MBL is one of the longest running masters level leadership programs in Australia and is designed for students with senior and executive level experience. The curriculum builds on the business acumen acquired in an MBA and offers students a more detailed understanding and engagement with current and future leadership challenges. Students are constantly required to analyse and reframe leadership concepts alongside their own leadership styles. Graduates leave with a more strategic understanding and engagement with leadership. The typical student in the program is in their late 30s / early 40s and has often completed an MBA before commencing the MBL.
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 interview. Applicants are required to submit referee reports, a CV and a 500 word essay. Applicants with a Curtin MBA will be eligible for 50 per cent advanced standing towards their MBL.
Specific Requirements
The Graduate Board of Examiners require, 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 course is of three trimesters full-time or equivalent part-time study, and is conducted mostly in trimesters, allowing full-time students to complete the course in 12 months. Some units are conducted over a week-long period requiring the student to have time away from work. Residential segments and weekend classes are also scheduled during the program, forming compulsory components of the course. Availability of units, work commitments and an intention to undertake advanced specialisation may increase the course duration to two years. For further information on fees and class times, go to www.gsb.curtin.edu.au
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
Graduate Certificate in Business.
Course Organisation
Students must complete 12 units (or 300 credits) and a minimum of 40 hours of professional development to graduate with a Master of Business Leadership. Units are available in a number of different modes including face to face, intensive and fully on-line.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Additional costs for accommodation during residential segments and for outdoor activities related to the course will apply.
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 Trimester 1 | |||||
| 11386 | v.4 | Philosophy and Ethics 620 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11388 | v.2 | Leadership Development 510 | 39.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5698 | v.5 | Organisational Behaviour 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 ELECTIVE | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Trimester 2 | |||||
| 13302 | v.4 | Leading and Facilitating Teams 620 | 39.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303111 | v.4 | Critical Thinking 610 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5755 | v.6 | Managerial Effectiveness 571 | 39.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 ELECTIVE | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Trimester 3 | |||||
| 11390 | v.3 | Leadership in a Dynamic Global Environment 520 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11391 | v.6 | Sustainable Leadership Practice 610 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311855 | v.1 | Strategic Leadership 610 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5757 | v.6 | Organisational Change and Development 573 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | 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.
