Master of Business Administration (International)

2018 Deakin University Handbook

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Year2018 course information
Award granted

Master of Business Administration (International)

Course Map

This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2018.

This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2018.

This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 3 2018.

If you require a course map from a previous year, please contact a Student Adviser.

CampusOffered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Cloud CampusYes
Duration2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code056889B Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course codeM751
Approval statusThis course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition

The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

Learn how to manage and lead an organisation in an international context with one of Australia's premier business education programs.

This internationally-focused version of the MBA provides a business internship experience, and offers opportunities to participate in overseas study tours where academic study is integrated with visits to professional bodies in host countries. This enables you to develop a real appreciation of key aspects of business in a global environment.

For 30 years, the Deakin MBA has offered relevant skills, contemporary knowledge and real experience, while developing the business leaders of tomorrow.

Teamwork, sustainability, globalisation and social and regulatory responsibility are themes that run through the entire MBA program. The course has a strong focus on people, profit, and the environment, which means you’ll graduate with an understanding of the importance of ethical behaviour and sustainable decision-making.

Research, scholarship and industry engagement heavily inform the content of the course. This enables the course to always stay up to date with current and future business trends.

The Deakin MBA program is renowned for its learning opportunities based on experience and observation. Innovative teaching techniques include our intensive residential units where you can complete a unit in one week.

Deakin’s MBA(I) currently holds a 5-star rating from the Graduate Management Association of Australia (GMAA).

Our MBA has been ranked the number 1 online MBA in Australia. Both campus and online modes of study incorporate Deakin's flexible learning model, using electronic conferencing, group-based project work and interaction, high quality course materials, overseas study programs and intensive residential schools.

Our MBA (International) is designed to be a stimulating study experience. You will be able to develop the analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills that are key to a successful career in business.

Indicative student workload

As a student in the Faculty of Business and Law, you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Career opportunities

Deakin’s Master of Business Administration (International) has a range of specialisations to help you progress your career in all areas of business from administration to business strategy. As a graduate you may find employment in areas such as financial planning, corporate governance, human resource management, marketing and a range of other areas.

Participation requirements

Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.

Placement can occur at any time, including during the standard holiday breaks listed here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/courses/key-dates.

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.

Mandatory student checks

Units which contain work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check. These requirements will be detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.

Alternative exits

Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (International) (M531)
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (International) (M631)

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.

Course Learning Outcomes

Graduate Learning Outcome Course Learning Outcome
Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a contemporary body of knowledge and apply research skills and theories to the evaluation of complex business issues in a global context.
Communication Demonstrate advanced communication skills and intercultural understanding in a diverse range of business and management contexts.
Digital literacy Select and use digital technologies to find, organise, analyse and disseminate complex business ideas.
Critical thinking Apply critical analysis skills to evaluate complex ideas in business and international contexts.
Problem solving Apply problem solving skills to conceptualise, construct and recommend solutions for complex business issues facing local and international organisations.
Self-management Work and learn independently and take responsibility for personal and professional actions.
Teamwork Demonstrate advanced team work skills in diverse organisational contexts.
Global citizenship Analyse and interpret the impact of ethics, culture and internationalisation on contemporary business.
   

 

Course rules

To complete the Master of Business Administration (International), students must attain a total of 16 credit points, consisting of 12 credit points of core units and 4 credit points of elective units (which may include a specialisation). Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.
Electives may be selected from:-

  • an MBA(I) specialisation (and may form an MBA(I) specialisation, or
  • the specified list of electives, or
  • other postgraduate units subject to prior written approval of the Course Director.

Students are introduced to research tools and techniques in core units of the course where they learn analytic skills and the practical application of those skills in professional contexts. They must also complete advanced level units and a capstone unit that require them to integrate the skills learnt over their course of study and produce applied pieces of research with reference to prevailing literature.

Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. Click here for more information.

Specialisations

Refer to the details of each specialisation for availability.

^Offered to continuing students only

Course structure

Core units

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Plus one of:

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#MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit

^MPM701A is a Start Anytime unit.

Course structure

Elective units

The 4 credit points of elective units may form one of the specialisations listed above, or students may choose these units from the range of specialisations or the general elective units listed below:

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OR

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or any other units with prior written approval of the Course Director.

#MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit

Work experience

This course provides students the opportunity to complete one or more elective work integrated learning units.

[More information: WIL Programs]

Details of specialisations

International Business

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75103

Units

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plus 3 credit points of units from:

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MPR722/MPM722Unit description is currently unavailable *

MPT735/MPM735Unit description is currently unavailable #

* MPR denotes residential version of the unit

# MPT denotes study tour version of the unit

Details of specialisations

Enterprise Systems

Unit set code

SP-M73112

Offered to continuing students only.  Please see a student adviser for further advice.

 

Details of specialisations

Business Consulting

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne)

Unit set code

SP-M75111

Units

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plus 3 credit points of units from:

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MPK701Unit description is currently unavailable

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* MPR code denotes residential version of the unit

# MPT code denotes study version of the unit

^ MPM701A is a Start Anytime unit.

 

Details of specialisations

Human Resource Management

Campuses

Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75108

Units

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* MPR code denotes residential version of the unit

 

Details of specialisations

Marketing

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75104

Units

Select 4 credit points of units from:

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# MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit

Details of specialisations

Insurance and Risk Management

Unit set code

SP-M751071

Offered to continuing students only.  Please see a student adviser for further advice.

 

Details of specialisations

Information Management

Unit set code

SP-M73102

Offered to continuing students only.  Please see a student adviser for further advice.

 

Details of specialisations

Finance

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75106

Units

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plus 3 credit points of units from:

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MAF703Unit description is currently unavailable

MAF707Unit description is currently unavailable

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Details of specialisations

Project Management

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75114

Units

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Details of specialisations

Enterprise Systems

Unit set code

SP-M73112

Offered to continuing students only.  Please see a student adviser for further advice.

 

Details of specialisations

eBusiness and Supply Chain Management

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75115

Units

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From Trimester 2 2018:

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Research

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75105

Units

MPP704Unit description is currently unavailable ~

~4 credit points

 

Project Management

Unit set code

SP-M73114

Units

MIS701Unit description is currently unavailable

MIS798Unit description is currently unavailable

Plus 2 credit points of units from:

MIS771Unit description is currently unavailable

MIS782Unit description is currently unavailable

 

 

Retail Management

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)

Unit set code

SP-M75109

Units

MPM705Unit description is currently unavailable

plus 3 credit points from:

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MMK737Unit description is currently unavailable

MPT712/MPM712Unit description is currently unavailable #

MPM701/MPM701AUnit description is currently unavailable ^

MPM715Unit description is currently unavailable

MPR722/MPM722Unit description is currently unavailable *

MPT732/MPK732Unit description is currently unavailable #

MIS713Unit description is currently unavailable

*MPR code denotes residential version of the unit

#MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit

^MPM701A is a Start Anytime unit.

 

Research

Unit set code

SP-M73105

Units

MPK701Unit description is currently unavailable

plus

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~4 credit points

 

Supply Chain Management

Unit set code

SP-M73110

Offered to continuing students only.  Please see a student adviser for further advice.

 

Social Media and Mobile Strategies

Unit set code

SP-M75113

Units

MIS712Unit description is currently unavailable

MIS784Unit description is currently unavailable

MIS771Unit description is currently unavailable

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Other course information

Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.

Other learning experiences

This course includes the option of other learning experiences including residential and study tour units.

Research and research-related study

Students complete at least 2 credit points (or equivalent) of research and research training across their degree. This business course provides students learning opportunities to develop a variety of research skills designed to enable them to:

  • source information and retrieve it;
  • develop a problem statement, research questions and hypotheses;
  • evaluate prevailing industry and academic literature from market analysts, economists and other industry experts;
  • utilise industry based research methods;
  • demonstrate presentation and academic and business report writing skills.

Students are required to undertake authentic and applied ‘research-orientated’ tasks as part of several core units:

Examples of task and assessment include (but are not limited to):

  • information retrieval and literature searches;
  • literature review on a nominated topic;
  • demonstrated skills in data management;
  • quantitative and qualitative research methods;
  • presenting research and critical analysis;
  • business and academic writing.

Students can, if they wish, extend their research skills and application by choosing elective units that form a research specialisation.