Master of Business Administration (International)

2023 Deakin University Handbook

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Year	2023 course information
Award granted	Master of Business Administration (International)
Course Map	The course map for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2023. The course map for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2023. The course map for new students commencing from Trimester 3 2023. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
Campus	Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Online	Yes
Duration	2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code	056889B Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course code	M751
Approval status	This 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. The Deakin MBA (International) is renowned for its learning opportunities based on experience and observation. Both campus and online modes of study incorporate our flexible learning model using electronic conferencing, group-based project work and interaction, high quality course materials and overseas study programs.

This internationally-focused degree will provide you with a business internship experience and opportunities to participate in a global, virtual work-integrated learning (WIL) project, where you’ll work on business challenges in other countries.

You’ll also explore international business issues through several core units, enabling you to develop a real appreciation of key aspects of business in a global environment.

Teamwork, sustainability, globalisation and social and regulatory responsibility are themes that run through the entire MBA (International) 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 course content, ensuring the knowledge your gaining is always up to date with current and future business trends.

You'll also have the option to complement your primary studies in business administration with a specialisation in a wide range of business-related fields. Designed to meet industry demand for skilled professionals with a breadth of transferrable skills, a specialisation can help deepen your knowledge in a particular business field and benefit your future career.

Designed to be a stimulating study experience, our MBA (International) will enable you to develop the analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills that are key to a successful career in business across the globe.

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.

Professional recognition

Deakin Business School is in the top 1% of business schools globally by holding both AACSB and EQUIS accreditations. These prestigious accreditations are awarded to business schools that meet strict standards of quality, academic and professional excellence, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing improvement and innovation in their courses, ensuring our graduates are employable worldwide.

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 management consultancy, 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. More information available at Disability support services.

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, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year, the units you choose and your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. Further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods is available on our Current students fees website.

Course Learning Outcomes

Graduate Learning Outcome	Course Learning Outcome
Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities	Develop an advanced and integrated understanding of fundamental business principles, concepts and knowledge with a focus on innovation and technology, strategy and leadership and internationalisation. Apply research skills, theories and concepts to the evaluation of complex business issues and challenges in a global context.
Communication	Develop advanced written and oral communication skills, and intercultural understanding in a diverse range of business and management contexts.
Digital literacy	Select and use digital technologies that support the research and analysis of complex business issues, which assist with creating effective dissemination of proposals and recommendations.
Critical thinking	Apply and develop critical analysis skills to evaluate complex data, proposals and projects in business and international contexts.
Problem solving	Develop and apply problem solving skills and creativity to conceptualise, construct and recommend solutions for complex business issues facing local and international organisations.
Self-management	Develop an enhanced insight into learning and working independently and take responsibility for personal and professional actions.
Teamwork	Demonstrate the ability to network with peers, and to leverage these relationships to achieve collaborative and mutually beneficial outcomes in a diverse context.
Global citizenship	Develop and demonstrate an understanding of the impact that innovative approaches to business issues have on social, sustainability and cultural challenges in the global business environment.

Course rules

To complete the Master of Business Administration (International), students must attain a total of 16 credit points, consisting of 10 credit points of core units, 2 credit points of course electives, and 4 credit points of elective units (which may include a specialisation), plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, MAI010 Academic Integrity Module.

Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.

Electives may be selected from:-

a Faculty specialisation
postgraduate units and/or micro-credentials offered by the University (subject to eligibility)

Specialisations

Faculty-wide specialisations

Refer to the details of each specialisation for availability.

Course structure

Compulsory 0-credit point module

To be completed in the first trimester of study:-

MAI010

Academic Integrity Module

Core units

Business Management Foundations

MPA702

Financial Interpretation

MIS770/MIS770A

Foundation Skills in Data Analysis ^{^}

MPT781/MPE781

Economics for Managers ^#

MMM710

Emerging Issues in International Operations

Global Perspectives

MMH733

Ethics and Corporate Sustainability

MPE707

International Banking and Finance

Technology and Innovation

MPM712

Managing Innovation

MMK710

Fundamentals of MarTech

Leadership and Strategy

MPM780

Foundations in Leadership

Capstone Experience

MPT735/MPM735

International Business Management ^#

^#MPT code denotes Study Tour version of the unit

^{^}MIS770A is a Start Anytime unit.

Course Elective units

Business elective

Select one from:

MPM703

Business Strategy and Analysis

MAA767

Enterprise Value Creation: Sustainability and Integrated Reporting

WIL elective

Select one from:

MWL705

Business for Social Impact

MWL716

Consultancy Experience

MWL717

Entrepreneurship Experience

MWL718

Internship

MWL719

International Consultancy Experience

Elective units

The remaining 4 credit points may be selected from:

a faculty-wide specialisation
postgraduate units and/or micro-credentials offered by the University (subject to availability)
additional WIL units not previously studied

Work experience

This course provides students the opportunity to complete one or more work integrated learning units.
More Information: WIL Programs

International Students:

This course includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL) formally registered as part of the course on the CRICOS register. The total work integrated learning hours will differ depending on the WIL unit you choose. For more information about WIL hours, please check the unit information in the handbook or the unit guide.

For information about how WIL units may impact student visa holder work rights, please visit https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. See Schedule 8 (8102)Visa Conditions.

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.

Further information

Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.

Contact Student Central

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.