POSTGRADUATE BUSINESS COURSE GUIDE latrobe.edu.au/business
LA TROBE BUSINESS SCHOOL La Trobe Business School is committed to excellence in business education and research to make a difference for our students. We do this through innovation, strong engagement with industry and an emphasis on responsible management practice. My research and teaching engage with debates in organisational behaviour and transformation, and management practice, in Australia and internationally. I focus on the media industry, journalism practice, sport and new technologies. Organisations need to be understood as key sites of power and should be analysed within their broader institutional contexts. Professor Tim Marjoribanks La Trobe Business School We have a vibrant industry engagement program to ensure you graduate work ready. This includes an active guest lecture program, innovative teaching practices with an emphasis on developing your employability, an extensive work integrated learning program, and a School Advisory Board consisting of influential leaders from a range of business and not for profit organisations. We are one of an elite group of business schools with EPAS accreditation, awarded by the European Foundation for and Development Our accounting and finance subjects are ranked in the top 7% in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015) La Trobe Business School has been ranked in the top 200 Business Schools by the QS Global MBA Rankings since 2010. Our MBA is currently ranked 14 in the Asia Pacific region by QS TOPMBA. It is ranked second in Melbourne and Victoria The Graduate Association of Australia (GMAA) awarded the La Trobe MBA its highest possible 5-star rating since 2011. More flexibility Our programs feature a range of options that can be adjusted throughout your course. Some of these flexible options include part time study*, block mode delivery and accelerated learning opportunities. The majority of our courses also feature a wide range of elective subjects so you can tailor your degree to your strengths and interests. * due to visa restrictions, part time enrolment is not available to international students Advanced standing Applicants with demonstrated prior learning in business, either in the form of an undergraduate degree in a business related field or with at least five years relevant business experience, may be eligible to apply for advanced standing for the four subjects of the first semester of a number of masters courses, excluding the MBA. In making an offer of advanced standing to an applicant, the University may give consideration to a range of factors including English proficiency, academic record, or employment experience for any one or all of the four first semester business Foundation subjects. 2 La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide
COURSES AT A GLANCE Course title Duration Annual Domestic 2015 fee (A$) 1 Annual Int l 2016 fee (A$) 1 Campus Semester starts Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics 1 year $23,120 N/A CC 1 6.5 Graduate Certificate in Financial Risk 6 months $23,120 N/A MEL 1 and 2 6.5 Graduate Certificate in Information Systems 6 months $24,460 N/A MEL 1 and 2 6.5 Graduate Certificate in (Public Sector) 1 year $23,120 N/A CC 2 6.5 Graduate Certificate in Sport 6 months $23,120 $28,460 CC 2 6.5 Graduate Diploma in Information Systems 1 year $24,460 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2 6.5 Graduate Diploma in Sports 1 year $23,120 N/A CC 2 6.5 Graduate Diploma in Sports 1 year $23,120 N/A CC 2 6.5 Graduate Diploma of Business Analytics 1 year $23,120 $28,460 CC 1 6.5 Master of Accounting and Financial 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Business Administration (Advanced) 2 years $32,600 $33,510 CC 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Business Administration (Online) 1 year $32,600 N/A Online 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Business Administration 1.5 years $32,600 $33,510 BEN A-W MIL SHP CC 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration 2.5 years $26,350 $31,760 CC FS 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Business Analytics 2 years $23,120 $28,460 CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Business Information and Systems 2 years $24,460 $27,690 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Engineering 2 years $26,600 $29,260 MEL 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis (Financial Risk ) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis (Investment) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis/Master of Business Administration 2.5 years $27,980 $32,640 MEL CC 1 and 2 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis/Master of International Business 3 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Financial Analysis/Master of Professional Accounting 3 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Information Technology 2 years $26,600 $29,260 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of International Business 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of (Corporate Governance and Risk) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of (Human Resource ) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of (Project ) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of (Sport ) 2 years $23,120 $28,460 CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL CC 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Marketing 2 years $23,120 $29,610 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 Master of Professional Accounting 2 years $23,120 $28,460 MEL 1 and 2* 6.5 IELTS * Summer semester N/A Not applicable 1 Please note that these are 2015 fees based on an annual full-time study load and are indicative only For an explanation of international fees, see latrobe.edu.au/international/fees/tuition Campuses MEL Melbourne MIL Mildura SYD Sydney SHP Shepparton BEN Bendigo CC City Campus Find out more about our courses: latrobe.edu.au/courses A-W Albury-Wodonga FS Franklin Street La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide 3
OUR COURSES Accounting Extend your career with an accredited course in Accounting or study dual specialisations in Accounting and Finance. Master of Accounting and Financial Master of Professional Accounting Our accounting subjects are ranked in the top 7% in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015) Benefit from our association with leading organisations like CPA Australia, Deloitte, PwC and the Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative Our courses are accredited with CPA and CAANZ. Depending on the subjects you choose, you ll graduate ready to apply for associate membership Learn from experienced educators and industry practitioners with years of industry experience Study with our partner universities in over 30 countries, including the Berlin School of Economics, Copenhagen Business School and France s BEM School. Our graduates work across government, private and not-for-profit sectors as well as running their own successful businesses. You ll be prepared for a career in: accounting services auditing and assurance liquidations taxation services management consultancy business management banking corporate finance financial statement analysis. La Trobe provided a great balance between quality study and healthy personal development. I was seeking to be a complete professional and La Trobe provided an opportunity for me to do so with a great campus and a great all-round study experience. University facilities are world class. Sandhya Saini Master Accounting and Financial Business Analytics Learn how to analyse big and complex data using different analytical techniques, and gain the knowledge and skills required to provide a range of solutions to meet business needs. Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics Graduate Diploma of Business Analytics Master of Business Analytics This program will allow you to specialise in a range of industry sectors including sports management, and marketing, and provides a range of opportunities to work with industry on research-based projects. Learn at our City Campus with lectures and workshops also delivered as a simultaneous interactive video stream so you can study flexibly Get hands-on experience with leading data analytics software from SAP, SAS and IBM On successful completion of the Master of Business Analytics you should qualify for the globally recognised SAS Certificate in Business Analytics Study core analytics subjects with the support of industry practitioners and partners. SAS sponsors the program by providing access to a range of industry leading analytical tools La Trobe is a member of the CRC Data to Decision research program that will help train over 1000 data analytics professionals between 2015 and 2020 La Trobe Business School has strong links with a range of organisations including Deloitte, PwC, Australia Post, ANZ, Melbourne City FC, the AFL CA, and the AFL PA You ll also have the opportunity to complete an internship with SAS or with SAS customers as part of your degree. Industries around the world are faced with surging volumes of data that require more complex analysis than ever before. In the 2014 IAPA Skills & Salary survey, the 2014 average salary of analytical professionals was almost twice the median Australian salary. In Australia, demand for analytical professionals is at an all-time high across a range of industries including banking, retail, sport, science, entertainment, health, and public services. Business Information Systems Information Technology Gain an understanding of business information systems tools and concepts as they are applied to diverse business environments, in areas such as information management, enterprise resource planning, business intelligence, project management and business planning. Master of Business Information and Systems Master of Information Technology Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Develop industry-driven and businessfocussed IT skills Use industry-based resource and management tools, as well as business intelligence tools, to develop business solutions in areas such as customer relationship management, marketing, accounting and finance Develop your understanding in data warehousing, entrepreneurship and IT, information systems management and business intelligence Gain practical experience through work integrated learning opportunities Experience team-based real world business intelligence projects Gain accreditation with the Australian Computing Society. You ll graduate ready to combine business processes with information systems management tools. Our graduates can expect to find roles such as: Business intelligence manager Enterprise resource planning or IT consultant IT manager Project manager IT entrepreneurship consultant chief information officer Business systems analyst Business systems strategy analyst. 4 La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide
Finance Access a range of rewarding and challenging careers within the dynamic financial sector with opportunities to specialise in a range of different areas. Choose from our extensive suite of finance degrees: Graduate Certificate in Financial Risk Master of Financial Analysis Master of Financial Analysis (Financial Risk ) Master of Financial Analysis (Investment) Master of Financial Analysis / Master of Business Administration Master of Financial Analysis / Master of International Business Master of Financial Analysis / Master of Professional Accounting Our finance subjects are ranked in the top 7% in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015) Benefit from our association with leading organisations like the CFA Institute, the Global Association of Risk Professionals, FINSIA, Deloitte, PwC and the Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative Study with a CFA Program Partner the most widely recognised professional finance accreditation in the world Our courses are pathways to the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter the designation of professional excellence within industry. The Financial Risk specialisation is also a pathway to the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) charter Learn from experienced educators and industry practitioners with years of industry experience Study with our partner universities in over 30 countries, including the Berlin School of Economics, Copenhagen Business School and France s BEM School. You ll graduate ready for a wide range of challenging and rewarding careers in the financial sector. You might also work in a specific industry, such as health and sports management, construction, financial services, mining and logistics. Our graduates work across government, private and not for-profit sectors. You ll be prepared for a career in: business management banking corporate finance financial statement analysis managed and pension funds stockbroking investment analysis portfolio management financial risk management. The La Trobe MBA The La Trobe MBA provides a pathway for current and future leaders to further develop their skills across key business disciplines. Participate in real business scenarios and graduate as a leader. Our MBA offers flexible study options to fit in with your schedule. This course is designed to make you a modern and responsible business leader who has the expertise to develop and sustain competitive advantages for your organisation. The program focuses on the UN-backed Principles for Responsible Education (PRIME), general management skills and includes comprehensive personal and professional skills development. Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration (Advanced) Master of Business Administration (Online) Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration Our award-winning MBA program is: ranked in the top five MBA programs in Australia (QS Global MBA rankings, 2014/15) one of the top two MBA programs in Victoria (Boss AFR Australian MBA rankings) the only program in Victoria to receive the highest possible five-star rating over the past four years from the Graduate Association of Australia (GMAA) EPAS accredited, awarded by the European Foundation for Development flexible study modes including weekend and evening classes also available to study fully online. Past La Trobe MBA graduates have worked at: Accenture UK Business Development Director City of Whittlesea Manager Infrastructure Port of Melbourne Corporation Executive General Manager, Business and Planning ACA Pacific Group Co. Ltd Purchasing Manager Saint Gobain National Product and Services Manager PT BII MayBank Head of Investment. Completing my MBA through La Trobe was a fantastic experience. I met great people, was intellectually challenged and found my mindset changed with respect to leadership, personal and professional growth. La Trobe s involvement with the PRME and GRLI initiatives opens the door for students to global learning and it truly did for me. Janine Young Ombudsman Public Transport Ombudsman Limited La Trobe MBA Graduate I entered the La Trobe MBA as a Managing Director with more than 10 years professional experience. I chose this program to take my business knowledge to the next level. Even after the first semester, the course has helped me immensely and I feel my goals are within reach. Maya Prattamon La Trobe MBA Melbourne Campus La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide 5
International Business Learn about business and management practices within the rapidly changing global economy. Gain an understanding of the international business environment and the role of the manager within. This course is particularly suited to those seeking a career with organisations that operate in the global economy. Master of International Business Benefit from our association with leading organisations like CPA Australia, Deloitte, PwC and the Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative. Take advantage of our networking opportunities and experience a range of work integrated learning Learn from experienced educators and industry practitioners with years of industry experience Study with our partner universities in over 30 countries, including the Berlin School of Economics, Copenhagen Business School and France s BEM School. You ll graduate with advanced knowledge of the global business environment ready to move into roles in a range of industries, such as retail, financial services, construction, engineering, and community organisations. You ll be prepared for a career in: international trade joint ventures global conglomerates importing and exporting business consultancy human resource management. Become a leader to inspire change and growth. Whether you re a current manager, or seeking to accelerate your career, our management courses will prepare you for leadership roles in your area of expertise. Specialise in the industry area of your choice from our suite of management degrees: Graduate Certificate in (Public Sector) Master of Master of Marketing Master of (Corporate Governance and Risk) Master of (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) Master of (Human Resource ) Master of Engineering Master of (Project ) Graduate Certificate in Sport Graduate Diploma in Sport Master of (Sport ) In each degree you ll develop valuable problem-solving and decision-making skills, surrounded by motivated peers in a smallgroup environment. Learn from internationally recognised teachers and graduate with the confidence and skills to step into high-level roles across a range of industries. You ll graduate prepared to take on management and leadership roles covering a range of government, business and not-for-profit organisations across a range of different countries. You might even want to start your own business. You ll be prepared for a career in a range of management areas including: the public sector project management human resource management and industrial relations senior management and leadership roles with professional sport teams, international, national and state sport governing bodies, and major sport events and venues corporate governance risk management management of entrepreneurial activities. Marketing Prepare yourself to work in managerial marketing positions and establish a career in marketing, in either a national or international business setting. Master of Marketing This internationally recognised course equips you with strategic marketing skills and practical management know-how Flexible approaches to teaching and learning, designed for the working professional You ll have opportunities to study at one of our partner universities in France, Germany or Denmark Learn from experienced educators and industry practitioners with years of industry experience Eligibility to join the Australian Marketing Institute. You ll graduate with a suite of highly valuable transferable skills to take your career where you want. You ll be well-suited to general and specialised marketing roles in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors around the world. You ll be prepared for a career in: advertising sales services market research distribution. Past graduates have worked at: Akzo Nobel Head Office as a Technology and Innovation Project Leader Victoria Racing Club as a Marketing Coordinator. 6 La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS The strength of our courses are underpinned by La Trobe Business School s professional associations, locally and internationally, with organisations including: Deloitte PwC Australia Post CPA and CAANZ CFA and GARP ANZ Australian Computing Society Victorian Auditor General s Office Melbourne City FC AFL CA AFL PA Governance Institute of Australia Institute of Public Administration Australia Project Institute Australian Human Resources Institute SAS Hayes Knight Melbourne. Our lecturers are seasoned professionals with years of industry experience, and you ll gain practical insights from business leaders through regular guest lectures and industrybased projects. We also have accreditations with a number of organisations including the Australian Computing Society, CPA and CAANZ, EPAS and the Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative. Building strong industry linkages As part of our commitment to developing strong linkages with business and industry, La Trobe Business School has appointed a number of Professors of Professional Practice in a range of disciplinary areas to ensure the relevance of practice-based programs and to engage more effectively with professional communities. The Professors of Practice have significant experience in business, public or the notfor-profit sectors and play a key role in facilitating links between the Business School and industry. They contribute to the design of industry relevant curriculum, reflecting best practice nationally and internationally, as well as conducting lectures, workshops and executive programs. My research seeks to make a difference by identifying green consumer needs and presenting ways in which businesses can improve their operations for a sustainable future. Key outcomes show that there is a way in which sustainable businesses must meet customer needs. Firms that incorporate sustainability have a competitive advantage. Dr Clare D Souza Associate Professor La Trobe Business School SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT A limited number of Postgraduate Excellence Scholarships are available, offering a 20 per cent discount on course fees. Find out more: latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/postgrad-excellence-scholarship We also offer an Academic Excellence Scholarship for international students (AUD$10 000-AUD$20 000). Find out more: latrobe.edu.au/study/costs/international Our Alumni Discount offers a 10 per cent discount to all alumni of La Trobe Unversity. La Trobe Business School Postgraduate Course Guide 7
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