198004 v.7 Master of Business Administration

MBA(Curtin); MBAHumServ(Curtin); MBAStratProc(Curtin); MBAMktg(Curtin).

Course CRICOS Code: 003996D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction

The Curtin Master of Business Administration (MBA) is of world-class quality having been internationally accredited by the association of MBAs. The Curtin MBA also ranks within the top 100 MBAs in the world (Economic Intelligence Unit). The course will provide students with a thorough foundation in contemporary business theories. Emphasis is also placed on the creation and critical evaluation of innovative ideas and strategies within ambiguous and uncertain business environments. The curriculum has a highly applied practical focus and is delivered by leading academics and business practitioners.

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 test results. Applicants are required to submit referee reports and a CV. Interviews may also be required. Applicants with three or more years of relevant work experience and who have completed an undergraduate qualification, or who have completed four units of the Graduate Certificate in Business with an average grade of 70 per cent or better, may be offered entry to the Master of Business Administration. High performing candidates without an appropriate academic background may be admitted but may be required to complete appropriate bridging and special course units as prescribed. This may result in a extension of studies beyond the normal length of the course.

Specific Requirements

The Graduate Board of Examiners requires, 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 three trimesters, or one calendar year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Availability of units, work commitments and an intention to undertake the advanced specialisation may increase the course duration to two years. The course may be completed internally or with a mix of both internal and online study. International onshore students on student visas are not permitted to study fully online. 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; Graduate Diploma in Business.

Course Organisation

There are two pathways: one for students without a first degree in business/commerce and another, more flexible structure, for those with an undergraduate business/commerce background. Students may also select from one of three majors in Human Services, Marketing and Strategic Procurement in addition to the general MBA. Units are available in a number of different modes including face to face, intensive and fully on-line. It is possible to complete the MBA fully on-line although there is a residential component where students complete the double credit capstone unit. Students must complete 300 credit points and a minimum of 40 hours of professional development to graduate with a Master of Business Administration. Students may undertake an additional four units, receiving instead an award of Master of Business Administration (Advanced).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

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			Credit
Majors, Streams or Other Core Components
310365	v.1	Business Administration Major (MBA)	300.0
		OR
310364	v.1	Human Services Major (MBA)	300.0
		OR
310527	v.1	Strategic Procurement Major (MBA)	300.0
		OR
310528	v.1	Marketing Major (MBA)	300.0
		OR
311147	v.1	Health Management Major (MBA)	300.0
			300.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*
2009	Perth City Campus	Trimester 1	Y
2009	Perth City Campus	Trimester 2	Y
2009	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.