GD-LUXB v.1 Graduate Diploma in Luxury Branding
GradDipLuxBrand(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 098156C
Registered full-time Duration:
1 Year
Course Overview
Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.
The Graduate Diploma in Luxury Branding is designed for applicants wanting to gain a thorough understanding of the principles of luxury brand management, aesthetics and semiotics, as well as the application of neuromarketing and big data analytics for strategy development. The course aims to provide students with a high degree of specialist knowledge of the luxury branding industry and to equip them with a spectrum of research and professional skills. At the completion of the course, students will be able to identify, analyse and solve brand management problems for luxury brands in today’s world.
Career Oppotunities
This program is designed for those who are endeavouring to commence or further their career progression in one of the many marketing disciplines.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Graduate Diploma are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Specifically applicants require an undergraduate degree in any discipline OR a relevant Graduate Certificate.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Intermediate Awards
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 awards approved for this course:
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to some Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Graduate Diplomas contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply specialised knowledge theories, frameworks and practices relevant to luxury branding to accurately inform brand strategies, brand development and business decisions
2. critically analyse the luxury marketing environment and think creatively to generate strategic solutions to a range of real-world business and management problems; and apply logical rational and reflective processes in high level decision making that is evidence-informed
3. apply a variety of methodologies to critically analyse, synthesise and reflect on complex information and recent marketing developments relevant to luxury brands and businesses in local and global contexts
4. professionally communicate propositions, processes and outcomes to address specialist and non-specialist audiences in a spoken, visual and written form; and apply research methodologies to generate insight for luxury brands and businesses
5. develop an in-depth knowledge of luxury communication strategies, from traditional media to digital, social media and special projects development and apply relevant advanced technologies to implement coherent strategic initiatives in luxury branding
6. develop a lifelong attitude of continuing professional development and intellectual curiosity in the marketing discipline including formulation of strategic solutions to diverse problems related to marketing services and products in dynamic contexts
7. adapt marketing models and strategies for competitive advantage and success in the global luxury brand environment; Account for contemporary developments in world forums to implement socially responsible and sustainable marketing efforts
8. demonstrate critical awareness towards the distinctive features of luxury goods and services while working with cultural differences in an appropriate manner; and develop relevant sensitivity to the cultural aspects behind the concept of luxury
9. use information and technology adeptly in marketing contexts and employ effective independent or collaborative work skills to demonstrate expert professional judgement and ethical responsibility relating to the luxury brands and businesses
Duration and Availability
This course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Units will be available in both semesters.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2019 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2020 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2020 | 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.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| MKTG5010 | v.1 | Branding Luxury | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG6011 | v.1 | Consumer Biometrics and Innovations | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG5012 | v.1 | Strategic Brand Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG5013 | v.1 | Semiotics in Luxury Branding | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| MKTG5011 | v.1 | Luxury Design Aesthetics | 25.0 | ||
| MKTG5004 | v.1 | Business Research Methods | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| MKTG6010 | v.1 | Advanced Digital Advertising | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ARCH5009 | v.2 | Architecture and Culture Research Applications | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| GRDE5001 | v.1 | Art and Design Concepts and Contexts | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG6012 | v.1 | Big Data Analytics in Marketing | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG6006 | v.1 | Digital and Interactive Marketing | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG5006 | v.2 | Marketing Intelligence and Analytics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PUBR5000 | v.2 | Storytelling and Digital Media | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG6004 | v.2 | User Experience Design | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MGMT6041 | v.1 | Graduate Business Study Tour | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
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International students
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