308364 v.1 Master of Sustainability Management

Introduction

Sustainable development is about forms of progress that bring quality of life for all, without jeopardising the natural resource base on which all life on earth ultimately depends. Although sustainable development is now widely accepted as the inspirational goal for business, public sector and community development, both locally as well as globally, there is not yet a widespread understanding of its implications. This course deals with the challenges posed by the global quest for more sustainable development and the opportunities this presents to businesses, governments and communities alike, locally, nationally and globally. It also equips decision makers in the private and public sectors with the tools and skills to analyse sustainability issues, and plan, evaluate and manage organisational change to improve the organisation's economic, environmental and social performance.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary education institution in an appropriate field of study, for example, business, environmental science, engineering, health or arts, and a minimum of three years relevant work experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Students will normally complete additional units at the end of the year or in a short period.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Sustainability Management may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in either of these awards subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under the General Information section in the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Course Organisation

Students undertake eight core coursework units and one set of specilisation units or a research dissertation. Each of the core coursework units are delivered using four contact periods (held on a three weekly basis) for three hours in the evening - followed by distance learning. Four of the units run concurrently so that the core units can be completed over two semesters. The specialisation units can be completed simultaneously, or after completion of the core units. In case of the dissertation options,this would normally be done over the summer or short period after completion of the core units.

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.

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.