Master of Business Administration (International)/Master of Commerce (International Students)
ObjectivesThe MBA (International) aims to develop business managers, particularly business managers operating in an international context, with the capabilities of dealing with all aspects of an organisation’s management. The MCom is a discipline-based degree designed as an intensive first business qualification for graduates of any discipline. The combined course will enable students to undertake postgraduate coursework study across a greater range of units and disciplines than is possible in a single course, thereby enhancing their knowledge and understanding of business.
Entry requirements* A recognised 3-year bachelors degree or equivalent in any discipline; * A grade point average (GPA) of 65% or above in the bachelors degree program; and * Evidence of having completed an undergraduate degree in English or an English language test that meets the current University requirements.
Academic titleMaster of Business Administration (International)/Master of Commerce (International Students)
Course descriptionFees and charges
Fee paying place - International (IFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the university does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
* The 'indicative annual course fee' cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2009, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2009 can be viewed at http://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/handbooks2009/search.php.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Career opportunities
The Master of Commerce is designed as an intensive first business qualification for graduates of any discipline thereby expanding the areas of qualifications for graduates and though its wide choice of elective units is relevant to those seeking jobs in all areas of business whereas the Master of Business (International) is oriented towards business operations in a global context. As such this course will appeal to students who seek to pursue a career in an international environment. It is an ideal qualification for students wishing to be involved with national and multinational corporations, governments and/or agencies that operate cross nationally and provides a foundation in all areas of international business operations including Banking, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Strategy and Human Resources Management giving graduates considerable scope for employment in today's global business environment.
Students have a limited choice in undertaking some specialisations available within the Master of Commerce.
Course rules
The MBA (International)/MCom comprises 16 credit points of study consisting of 9 credit points of core units, 2 credit points of units from a specified list of three units, 3 credit points of units not previously studied from the MBA(International), plus 2 credit points of units not previously studied from the MCom (choice of units must form a Master of Commerce specialisation).
Course structure
Core units
MPA701 Accounting
MPA751 Financial Reporting and Analysis
or
MPR751/MPT751 Unit description is currently unavailable *#
MPC701 Information Systems for Business
MPE707 International Banking and Finance
MPE781 Economics for Managers
MPF753 Finance
MPR732/MPK732 Marketing Management *
MPM703 Business Strategy and Analysis
MPT735/MPM735 International Business Management #
Elective units
2 credit points of units from:
MPE711 Global Trade and Markets
MPK701 Research Design and Analysis
MPT722/MPR722 Human Resource Management (Residential) # *
or
MPM722 Human Resource Management
Plus 3 credit points not previously studied from the Master of Business Administration (International ).
Plus two credit points not previously studied from the Master of Commerce.
(Note: Choice of units must form a specialisation in the Master of Commerce.)
*MPR code denotes residential version of unit.
#MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit.
Admission requirements - general Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.
In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicants previous academic record. The minimum requirements are successful completion of a three-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from an approved university or other educational institution or successful completion of other equivalent qualifications gained by examination, or approved professional or industrial experience. International students must also meet the English language requirements.
Admission requirements - specific
* A recognised 3-year bachelors degree or equivalent in any discipline;
* A grade point average (GPA) of 65% or above in the bachelors degree program; and
* Evidence of having completed an undergraduate degree in English or an English language test that meets the current University requirements.
Advanced standing - general
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for advanced standing. You will need to provide your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your advanced standing.
Your advanced standing is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the Advanced Standing System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
* Applicant Portal: Use our online application system to submit and track your application now.
* Apply through a Deakin International office: Fill out an application form and submit it to a Deakin International office.
* Apply through a Deakin representative: Take your application form to your preferred agent for assistance.
Tracking your application:
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.
* If you applied online, log back into the Applicant Portal using your username and password.
* If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
* If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact that office.
Advanced standing into the Master of Business Administration (International)/Master of Commerce may be granted to students who have successfully completed appropriate postgraduate studies. There are negotiated advanced standing arrangements in place for CPA members.