Page 2 of 3, compare Masters Programs in Business Studies in Australia 2019

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.... [-]

Master of Business Leadership (Coursework)

Effectively leading (and inspiring) staff is not necessarily a skill that comes naturally to us all. Many leaders would argue that only through tertiary education, on-going professional development, a sound mentor and a constant thirst for knowledge did they acquire the skills and knowledge required to lead. A sound grounding in leadership theory and management practices will provide those wishing to advance their careers within any sector with a range of new and exciting opportunities.

The University of Notre Dame Australia takes pride in the personalised attention it gives to its students and individualised education. The School of Business offers a range of disciplines headed by leaders in their respective fields who have strong commercial and industry experience. This ensures that the School’s postgraduate programs are relevant and contemporary and embracing today’s rapidly changing global environment while maintaining academic rigour.... [-]

The Master of Business degree is available on the Fremantle Campus only.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Students must complete 300 credit points as set out below:

(i) 125 credit points from five Foundation units

ET501 Business EthicsOR ET502 Ethical Issues in Professional LifeBS510 Accounting for ManagersBS550 MarketingBS560 Strategic ManagementBS562 Management Theory and Practice

(ii) 100 credit points from four major elective units.

(iii) 75 credit points from three elective units, provided that the unit has not been taken as part of a specialisation.

There are no practicum or internship requirements associated with the Master in Business.

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Become an industry leader in enterprise resource management planning (ERP) systems and SAP with VU's Master of Business Analytics (Professional).

VU's business masters programs are world-class, and highly valued in the industry. We have strong industry connections, offering real-world experience and networking opportunities.

During your study, you’ll develop practical, up-to-date knowledge of SAP software. We offer hands-on experience and online access to a comprehensive suite of SAP Business Intelligence/Business Analytics (BI/BA) software applications and technology.

Advance your career prospects in SAP-related fields with a graduate qualification. Our course covers the management and organizational skills needed to lead business analytics programs.... [-]

Study a globally-recognized accounting degree with the Master of Business (Accounting).

Gain a strong foundation and conceptual knowledge of recent developments in sustainability and global trends in accounting. You'll develop specialist knowledge in accounting, economics, and finance and learn the skills you need to succeed in a senior accounting position in a variety of industries.

Upon completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply for accreditation with CPA Australia and/or the Charted Accountants – Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).

Employment opportunities for accountants are very common and span a variety of roles in many different industry settings including public accounting practice, commercial and government organizations.... [-]

In this Master of Business Enterprise Resource Planning Systems course, you'll discover how to apply business and technology trends to real-world problems by learning from teachers who are experts in their field.

In this world-class course, you’ll develop the computing and business skills to implement and maintain Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Importantly, this course will give you an understanding of the implications these systems have on business.

You'll learn on the latest SAP modules, so can hit the ground running when working in an ERP/SAP role.

Gain in-depth knowledge of Systems Applications and Products (SAP) software through hands-on experience and 24-hour online access. You'll learn important skills including:... [-]

This course has been developed as a response to a global talent gap for people with data science knowledge, as identified and reported by the McKinsey Global Institute study (2011). The study predicted a shortfall by 2018 of nearly 200,000 data scientists and 1.5 million managers with the capability to make decisions using big data in the United States alone. The dramatic growth of data in every conceivable industry, from oceanography to market research, presents another major driving force in generating unprecedented global demand for data science skills.

The course prepares students to participate in a variety of emerging careers with the growth of data science – data griot, data analyst, data artist, data journalist, mobile behaviour analyst, data-driven policy expert, advertising insight and online community manager, to name a few. While other offerings also provide the basis for these careers, this course provides an additional level of expertise, targeting professionals who have the desire to lead teams and organisations at the chief executive level.... [-]

This course offers advanced insights into social entrepreneurship and social innovation as drivers of not-for-profit, community-oriented enterprises. The additional elective subject choices provide an opportunity to specialise more deeply in the not-for-profit and social enterprise fields, and further enhance students' management skills, professional practice, specialist knowledge and capabilities.

The course focuses on how management can contribute to society and the environment in innovative and sustainable ways while also addressing core skills and knowledge critical to the successful pursuit of a career in the ever-expanding social economy, including grant writing, fundraising, volunteer management, social program design and the skills to measure social impact. Students also develop an understanding of the social economy and its economic and political context, and are introduced to ways of thinking systematically about the challenges facing society and developing innovative solutions to address these challenges. ... [-]

The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in all sectors of business.

The course provides professionals with advanced value chain management skills and the knowledge to enhance their understanding of the nature and contribution of the operations management, supply chain management and procurement functions at a professional level.

Career options include positions in operations management, service operations management, global logistics and network design, supply chain and logistics management, and strategic procurement.

The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in all sectors of business and who seek advanced knowledge of supply chain networks, procurement strategies, operations and logistics management.

The course provides professionals with advanced value chain management skills and the knowledge to enhance their understanding of the nature, context and contribution of the operations management, supply chain management, procurement and logistics functions at a professional level.

Career options include positions in operations management, service operations management, supply chain management, risk and complexity management and strategic procurement.

This course is for property and investment professionals who want to upgrade their qualifications or expertise or for those who wish to enter the property and real estate investment industries. In the first year students develop an understanding of how to balance private and public interests in urban development, how to evaluate real estate assets, and how to assess development feasibility.

Career options include positions in banking and government instrumentalities, real estate finance, property management and development, and real estate investment.

This course offers advanced insights into social entrepreneurship and social innovation as drivers of not-for-profit, community-oriented enterprises.

The course focuses on how management can contribute to society and the environment in innovative and sustainable ways while also addressing core skills and knowledge critical to the successful pursuit of a career in the ever-expanding social economy, including grant writing, fundraising, volunteer management, social program design and the skills to measure social impact. Students also develop an understanding of the social economy and its economic and political context, and are introduced to ways of thinking systematically about the challenges facing society and developing innovative solutions to address these challenges.... [-]

This program allows students to complete the Master of Engineering Management and Master of Business Administration in two years of full-time study. This unique course is for students who have a bachelor's in engineering and who want to combine a Master of Engineering Management with a Master of Business Administration.

This course is suitable for professional engineers who want to master skills in engineering management and business administration. It is suitable for practising engineers who want to take up challenging and leadership roles in their organisation or career.

Through this degree students learn to understand and analyse the many sociopolitical, economic, financial and environmental factors that drive property investment decisions in a globalised world. They benefit from the faculty staff's academic research and significant industry experience. A number of the course's sessional lecturers have over 30 years' corporate experience. Students are standout professionals, with a strong record in their industry and recognised qualifications. This calibre of students enables unique networking opportunities and rewarding peer-to-peer learning. Most subjects are offered in intensive blocks that accommodate busy work lives, with the exception of two MBA subjects offered in evening sessions.... [-]

This course provides students with an integrated exposure to professional practice in both legal and business contexts.

Career options include, but are not limited to, lawyer within a private firm, government department or community law centre, regulatory affairs and policy adviser in the public or private sector or legal specialisation related to students' previous degree or enhanced career options within an existing professional sphere.