196604 v.4 Master of Business Leadership

Course CRICOS Code: 018043G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction (HB)

The Curtin Master of Business Leadership is designed to develop knowledge of leadership theory and practice. Ethical, sustainable, innovative, inclusive and reflective practices are integrated into professional and personal leadership development. The curriculum focuses on understanding and engaging with current and future leadership challenges in the global environment.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicants should be able to demonstrate some of the abilities and qualities of leadership (e.g. position of leadership, captain of sporting team, or organiser of a special interest group), have at least three years work experience in at least one organisation, and be personally motivated to play a role as a leader in the Western Australian, Australian or international community. Letters of recommendation are required from leaders in business, government and/or the community, and support from a sponsoring organisation indicating the potential of the candidate to have some leadership role over the next five years. Completion of an undergraduate degree is normally expected for admission. Applicants who are highly recommended, have outstanding leadership potential and motivation, and can demonstrate that they have the capacity to undertake graduate study 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 a graduate qualification in the last three years, or who have completed four units of the Graduate Certificate in Business with an average grade of 70 per cent or better, will be offered entry into this course.

Specific Requirements

The Graduate Board of Examiners require, 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 of three trimesters full-time or equivalent part-time study, and is conducted mostly in trimesters, allowing full-time students to complete the course in 12 months. Some units are conducted over a week-long period requiring the student tohave time away from work. Residential segments and weekend classes are also scheduled during the program, forming compulsory components of the course. Availability of units, work commitments and an intention to undertake advanced specialisation may increase the course duration to two years. 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.

Course Organisation

Students must complete 12 course units to graduate with a Master of Leadership and Management. Students may select an additional four elective units, receiving instead an award of Master of Leadership and Management (Advanced).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Additional costs for accommodation during residential segments and for outdoor activities related to the course will apply.

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 Trimester 1
11386	v.4	Philosophy and Ethics 620	3.0	25.0
11388	v.2	Leadership Development 510	39.0	25.0
5698	v.5	Organisational Behaviour 550	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE		25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Trimester 2
13302	v.4	Leading and Facilitating Teams 620	39.0	25.0
303111	v.4	Critical Thinking 610	3.0	25.0
5755	v.6	Managerial Effectiveness 571	39.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE		25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Trimester 3
11390	v.3	Leadership in a Dynamic Global Environment 520	3.0	25.0
11391	v.6	Sustainable Leadership Practice 610	3.0	25.0
311855	v.1	Strategic Leadership 610	3.0	25.0
5757	v.6	Organisational Change and Development 573	3.0	25.0
				100.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*
2010	Perth City Campus	Trimester 1	Y
2010	Perth City Campus	Trimester 2	Y
2010	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.