307821 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Futures Studies

GradCertFutStds(Curtin)

Introduction
An ideal starting point for those wishing to enhance their skills and upgrade their formal qualifications. Opportunity will be provided to develop skills in futures thinking, gain an understanding of anticipated issues of concern for the future and systems thinking and applicability in a futures context.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution and work experience at a senior level. Applications from those who do not possess a bachelor degree but who have substantial work experience may be considered.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Exemptions should be discussed with the Academic Coordinator and applications made when enrolling.

Duration and Availability
The minimum course duration is one semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Units are available only once per year.

Course Organisation
The course consists of four units, three of them delivered in an intensive, block format, which is two full days per week for three weeks. The elective (dependent on choice) may be undertaken in a different format and is selected after discussion with the Academic Coordinator.

Career Opportunities
There are many opportunities to apply the skills learnt in this course to the workplace. These opportunities exist in private, government and non-government organisations and in the areas of management, strategy, policy and planning.

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.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Trimester 1

13627 v.3 Introduction to Futures and Foresight Studies 501 15.0 25.0

13630 v.4 Issues for the Future 502 15.0 25.0

13632 v.4 Soft Systems Thinking 506 15.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Trimester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

5282 v.6 Marketing Management 555 3.0 25.0

5287 v.9 Human Resource Management 555 3.0 25.0

5698 v.5 Organisational Behaviour 550 3.0 25.0

5699 v.6 Financial Management 550 3.0 25.0

5757 v.6 Organisation Change and Development 573 3.0 25.0

5934 v.4 Legal Environment 560 3.0 25.0

6431 v.5 Strategic Information Management 660 3.0 25.0

10975 v.4 Corporate Finance 660 3.0 25.0

11386 v.3 Philosophy, Ethics and Leadership 620 3.0 25.0

11388 v.2 Leadership Development 510 3.0 25.0

13628 v.4 Scenarios and Strategy 503 3.0 25.0

13629 v.4 Futures and Foresight Research Methodologies 505 15.0 25.0

13631 v.3 International Risk Management 504 15.0 25.0

303950 v.2 Environmental Management Strategy 660 3.0 25.0

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.