296507 v.8 Master of Commerce (Management)
MCom(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 042170A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2 Years
Introduction
Designed for those aspiring to middle, senior and executive level managerial careers. This course features guided independent study, team projects, and maximum use of information and communication technology.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in business, economics or commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution, or honours degree in business, economics or commerce, or postgraduate diploma in business, economics or commerce with a course-weighted average of at least 60% in the previous degree.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is four semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Some units are available in the evening.
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 Management
Professional Recognition
Depending upon the major area of study chosen, graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management.
Career Opportunities
Graduates generally find employment that have an interest in or focus on management activities in the intermediary managerial level.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Other CRICOS Codes
Codes for Sydney - 055202B (78 weeks), 055199C (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 | |||||
| SELECT 4 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| SELECT 4 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 312406 | v.1 | Introduction to Research Methods 601 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 3 OPTIONS | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11666 | v.3 | Business Dissertation (Management) 695 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 3 OPTIONS | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10481 | v.3 | Business Ethics 567 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11043 | v.4 | Entrepreneurship 568 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11217 | v.3 | Employee Relations in Australia 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11455 | v.5 | Business Information Technology Management 612 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12285 | v.4 # | Global Business 650 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13597 | v.3 | Small Business 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301209 | v.3 | Facilities and Operations Management 660 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301212 | v.4 | Event Management 570 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305581 | v.1 # | Environmental Issues in Business 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306344 | v.1 # | Comparative Management 601 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306346 | v.1 # | Dynamics of International Strategy 601 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4688 | v.6 | Human Resource Management Overview 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5248 | v.7 | Managerial Leadership 561 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5254 | v.8 | Corporate Strategy 650 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5275 | v.10 | Management Overview 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5469 | v.8 | Law (Corporation) 564 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5472 | v.9 # | Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation 580 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5758 | v.6 # | International Management 675 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5769 | v.8 | Strategic Human Resource Management 662 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5771 | v.9 # | International Human Resource Management 650 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
# These units emphasise international business competencies.
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.
