Gain a comprehensive foundation in the core business and management disciplines. Flinders University’s programs in business are designed to provide you with a strong foundation in business knowledge, understanding, skills, and attitudes for a successful career in a range of organizations including private sector business, not-for-profit, government and public-sector entities. Flinders Business’ teaching philosophy and small class sizes ensure that you can really engage with the person leading the learning while also getting to know your fellow students who are from a range of cultural and social backgrounds.

The program comprises core topics and electives. Core topics cover areas such as business accounting, business finance, marketing principles, marketing strategy and decision making, international business in the Asia-Pacific region, applied research methods in business, sustainability and ethics in management, economics for business, and managing people. A topic in academic skills for business is specifically aimed at postgraduate students from non-English speaking backgrounds.... [-]

Consider yourself the next Steve Jobs or Lorna Jane? This course provides high-level managers and would-be entrepreneurs with a strong business knowledge base and a range of varied and expert communication skills, which will enable you to thrive in the business world – whether it be in the domestic, international or legal arenas.

You’ll learn how to fine-tune your researching abilities, analyse complex problems and select the appropriate strategies when developing solutions. You can also fine-tune your qualifications with a range of elective subjects in the areas of Public Administration, Marketing, Human Resource Management, International Business, Information Systems and Urban and Regional Planning, or you can choose to complete a more generalist qualification by selecting six electives from various fields.... [-]

In an increasingly digital world, organisations across the globe collect huge volumes of data. Businesses that can make sense of this information will have a competitive edge. The Master of Business analytics is a specialised degree that gives you the skills and knowledge to understand this flow of data and provide businesses with the insights they need to succeed.

In a course designed through a collaboration of academics, industry practitioners and technology vendors for the industry, you'll gain the specialist skills and knowledge you need to have a competitive professional advantage.

You'll learn the role of data in decision-making, problem-solving and organisational change. You will gain practical skills in business, statistics and computer science, as well as develop personal skills such as communication and critical thinking.... [-]

Global markets are of increasing importance in all spheres of business. A Master of International Business builds your understanding of international business and the global economy, as well as the role of managers in this context. Graduates will be ready for roles in organisations with a global outlook, including joint ventures, import and export companies, and other companies engaged in international trade.

Whether coming fresh from an undergraduate degree or coming back to study from the workforce, this two-year Master's will help you move into the international arena.

Opportunities to study overseas while studying include student exchange programs with our partner universities in over 30 countries.... [-]

The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in a specialized field of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project.The Human Resource Management specialization equips you with skills to make new opportunities and adapt quickly to changing conditions within the workplace. You will examine structures, systems, culture, and leadership, including how to implement organizational change and how to leverage competitive advantage in the global marketplace.... [-]

The Master of Business (Marketing) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in a specialized field of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project. This specialization enables you to develop and demonstrate technical knowledge and skills in marketing, a field increasingly important for all types of organizations that need to deliver value through the products and services they create. You will have the opportunity to study a wide range of advanced topics in marketing and gain professionally oriented generalist and specialist marketing skills. You also have the option of undertaking a Master of Business (Double Specialisation) that allows you to select two specializations and complete the course over two years full-time. If you have already completed an undergraduate degree in Commerce or a related area you may be eligible to receive credit for recognition of prior learning for this course. If you are considering studying business administration at a strategic level and have relevant full-time work experience you should consider the Master of Business Administration.... [-]

The Master of Business (International Business) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in a specialized field of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project. This specialization will enable you to develop and demonstrate technical knowledge and skills in international business. You will study topics such as multinational financial management, cross-cultural management, gain an understanding of the international business environment and learn how to develop international business strategies to achieve business objectives. You also have the option of undertaking a Master of Business (Double Specialisation) that allows you to select two specializations and complete the course over two years full-time. If you are considering studying business administration at a strategic level and have relevant full-time work experience you should consider the Master of Business Administration. If you have already completed an undergraduate degree in Commerce or a related area, you may be eligible to receive credit for recognition of prior learning for this course.... [-]

The Master of Business (Double Specialisation) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in two specialized fields of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project. You will study the theory and practice of business including topics such as accounting and financial management, organizational behavior, marketing and explore global business challenges from multiple perspectives.

After undertaking the foundation subjects, you will develop discipline-specific knowledge in two specializations from the below list:... [-]

The Master of Business (Financial Management) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in a specialized field of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project.

This specialization will enable you to develop and demonstrate technical knowledge and skills in financial management. You will study topics such as investment management, financial strategy, financial statement analysis and learn how to review the global financial system and understand the principles of descriptive and inferential statistics and their applications in the business environment.... [-]

The Master of Business (Management) is suitable for managers and middle managers seeking to further their career in a specialized field of business. Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills are developed through the study of the foundation, specialization specific core subjects, and electives. The specialized knowledge and skills are consolidated through the completion of an industry based research project. The Management specialization helps to develop your professional, personal and technical skills in key management areas. You also have the option of undertaking a Master of Business (Double Specialisation) that allows you to select two specializations and complete the course over two years full-time.... [-]

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This valued partnership between Ipag Business School and the University of Newcastle enables students to pursue a double degree in one of three areas:

Each of the Newcastle master’s programmes incorporates a special focus on the Asia-Pacific markets and their importance in the global business environment. These three masters are designed for students who have graduated from a broad spectrum of business programmes and who wish to upgrade and update their knowledge and skills for the new global business world. Students will develop strategic management competencies in the main decision-making areas of their programme and examine new issues in the modern business environment.... [-]

Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework Level 7 Bachelor degree at an approved institution.

The Master of Valuation and Property Development (Professional) provides you with a wide range of skills that can be applied to global property markets. This program is designed to equip you with strong knowledge and advanced technical skills applicable to a variety of career paths such as investment, finance, asset management and research. This degree also provides the opportunity to specialise in property valuation.

This program enables you to exit after four subjects with a graduate certificate, after eight subjects with a graduate diploma or complete 12 subjects for a master’s degree.... [-]

Successful completion of any undergraduate degree or relevant qualifications / professional experience deemed equivalent by the Executive Dean.

The Master of Valuation and Property Development provides you with a wide range of skills that can be applied to global property markets. This program is designed to equip you with strong knowledge and advanced technical skills applicable to a variety of career paths such as investment, finance, asset management and research. This degree also provides the opportunity to specialise in property valuation.

This program enables you to exit after four subjects with a graduate certificate, after eight subjects with a graduate diploma or complete 12 subjects for a master’s degree.... [-]

The professional program follows the same structure as the Master of Business program with an additional 20-week Work Integrated Learning component. Work Integrated Learning is a 45 credit point subject designed to promote and support learning, personal development and professional practice. The subject focuses on developing self-analysis and reflective learning skills and applying theoretical solutions to practical workplace problems.

Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree at a credit average from a recognised institution.

The Master of Business provides students with a foundation in a variety of business practices, plus the ability to specialise in Finance, International Business or Marketing. Designed for recent graduates and professionals looking to change their career focus, the Master of Business provides a strong grounding for advancement in business.

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