MBA and MBA (Executive)Postgraduate

Be true to you

2016

Web Edition Updated 28 July 2015

Profile

Looking to make the change from tennis coach to business leader, Nicholas Bartholomeusz chose to study an MBA to develop a solid understanding of business fundamentals.

“RMIT’s program is tailored towards producing managers equipped with the skills to lead, so it was my first choice. Classes are designed to foster a range of learning styles and include plenty of both theory and application opportunities.”

Nicholas Bartholomeusz (cover) Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Create a Successful Future with an MBA Program from RMIT

Explore Your Study OptionsThis brochure outlines programs offered by the Graduate School of Business and Law at RMIT’s City campus in Melbourne.

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Graduate School of Business and Law

The Graduate School of Business and Law offers business management and law programs for business and non-business graduates.

RMIT MBA programs are offered face-to-face at the Melbourne City campus, online through Open Universities Australia, and also at RMIT Vietnam. RMIT also offers global intensive study opportunities in Europe and Asia. No matter where or how you choose to study with RMIT, you will receive an internationally recognised qualification.

Most classes for Melbourne-based students are offered in either the award-winning Swanston Academic Building or the Emily McPherson College Building, which features the latest in multimedia technology, teaching and meeting spaces specially designed for collaborative learning and executive education, all in a central city location. Classes may also be scheduled in other buildings at RMIT’s City campus.

RMIT’s programs are practical, academically rigorous and educationally focused. RMIT produces graduates with the knowledge and ability to lead in ways that benefit customers, organisations, and the society in which they live.

Which MBA Program?

RMIT offers two very differently targeted MBA programs. Depending on your academic background, years and level of work experience, you will find the program that is the right fit for you.

RMIT’s MBA is an early career qualification and offers mentoring and courses designed to give you the edge as you begin to climb the corporate ladder.

The MBA (Executive) offers professionals with managerial experience an opportunity to accelerate their career by pursuing a program of leadership, finance and strategy courses. The cohort for this program is encouraged to draw on both their own and one another’s personal experiences as they engage with the course materials provided.

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Contents

5 Business Administration8 Business Administration (Executive)

11 Fees Explained

Location

Classes will normally be held at the Emily McPherson College Building, a magnificently refurbished heritage property on the corner of Russell and Victoria streets. Classes may also be held at the award-winning Swanston Academic Building and at other locations on RMIT’s City campus.

These programs are also offered through Open Universities Australia.

www.rmit.edu.au/oua

Emily McPherson College Building and the Swanston Academic Building at RMIT’s Melbourne City campus.

Acknowledgement of CountryThe Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation are the traditional custodians of the land on which this organisation stands. RMIT pays its respects to owners and Elders, both past and present.

The MBA gave me a broader understanding of business, enabling me to pursue a career in consulting or finance.

Each class provides a practical learning experience. Being an executive member of the Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) program provided me with great insight into what it takes to manage an organisation and work with different clientele. It provided an opportunity to apply the material learned in class to a real-life project.

The MBA Student Association organises a number of networking events. These are a great opportunity for students from different backgrounds to learn from each other, socialise and to meet industry representatives.

Debora Singgih Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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Business AdministrationThese programs are suited to recent graduates with a degree in any discipline but with limited managerial work experience. You will learn how to approach and solve real problems in a global business context.

Learning and TeachingYou will experience a variety of teaching and learning approaches including lectures, tutorials, working independently and in teams. Lectures deliver a comprehensive review of the latest thinking and world’s best practice, while tutorials provide opportunities for facilitated discussion.

Factually based case studies are important components of RMIT’s postgraduate business administration programs and add further realism to the learning experience. In addition, you will have access to online and digital resources such as lecture notes, assessment tools, discussion boards and podcasts through myRMIT Studies.

The MBA is delivered in three study periods – Semester 1, Semester 2 and a spring/summer study period. Full-time Master degree students will study four courses per study period and classes are typically held during the day. Part-time students will typically study two or more courses per study period and classes are usually held during the evening. You will move through the program as a cohort, working in teams to benefit from the additional insights and understandings that come from interaction with classmates. Orientation and social activities encourage the development of study circles and instil the value of networking.

Melbourne-based classes will normally be held at the Emily McPherson College Building, a magnificent heritage property on the corner of Russell and Victoria streets. Facilities include a student lounge, conference suite, teaching theatres and classrooms with the latest multimedia technology, and a rooftop patio with views of Melbourne’s CBD. Some classes may be held at the award-winning Swanston Academic Building.

These programs are also offered through Open Universities Australia.

www.rmit.edu.au/oua

Assessment Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester

and includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects and practical assignments. While group assignments are an important component of every course, the focus of the assessment is weighted towards individual performance.

Industry ConnectionsPrograms offered by the Graduate School of Business and Law are supported by strong advisory boards that help steer curriculum development to ensure that RMIT graduates are work-ready and prepared to take up challenging positions within the rapidly changing landscape of business management.

How to ApplyPlease read entry requirements carefully to determine whether you should apply for the Graduate Certificate or the Master degree.

Direct Application

Apply online at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/apply/direct .

Semester 1 timely applications for coursework programs open on Open Day (9 August) and are due by 10 November.*

Semester 2 (Midyear) applications open 1 May and are due by 31 May.*

For more information: www.rmit.edu.au/programs/midyear .

To study in online mode, please apply through Open Universities Australia: www.rmit.edu.au/oua .*Applications will continue to be accepted until all places have been filled. You are encouraged to lodge your application early.

Further InformationInfo Corner 330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street) Melbourne VIC 3000 Tel. +61 3 9925 2260

EventsRMIT hosts events of interest to future students throughout the year.

For details visit bit.ly/RMIT-innovate .

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CareerGraduates are encouraged to progress to the Master of Business Administration.

Graduates of the arts, business, engineering, health, IT and many other fields may choose to study the Graduate Certificate or Master degree to broaden their career options.

Entry Requirements — An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Grade Point Average of 1.0 (out of 4.0)/50%/Pass; or

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution and a GMAT overall minimum score of 550.

Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements may be considered based on significant work experience (8–10 years).

PathwaysIf you wish to progress to the Master of Business Administration (MBA), upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration you will be admitted to the Master degree with exemptions from the four business enabling courses and the four courses completed in the Graduate Certificate, leaving a further eight courses to complete.

Credit and Exemptions

Applicants who have successfully completed postgraduate studies in a business (or related) discipline at another institution can have these assessed for credit or exemptions from this program consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

Further Study

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Master by CourseworkProgram Code CampusMC199 City campus,

Vietnam or online

Duration1.5 to 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent, depending on the program entry pathway.** Students undertaking courses in all scheduled teaching periods

may be able to complete the program in 12–16 months.

2016 Tuition Fee

Full-Fee Places

$31,680 per year full-time. $47,520 total program fee (with advanced standing). Please refer to Fees Explained on page 11.

URLwww.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc199

RMIT’s MBA is designed for recent graduates with a degree in any discipline but with limited work experience.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) will give you the edge as you begin to climb the corporate ladder and teach you how to solve real-life problems with design-thinking methodology.

Courses such as Business Operations Management, Business Consulting, and Business Research Design provide you with opportunities to explore and demonstrate your accumulated skills and knowledge and their application in professional practice.

The MBA also includes a Business Mentoring Program, connecting you with experienced members of industry and the professions.

Graduate CertificateProgram Code CampusGC047 City campus or online

Duration6 months full-time or part-time equivalent.

2016 Tuition Fee

Full-Fee Places

$15,840 six months full-time. Please refer to Fees Explained on page 11.

URLwww.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc047

Program StructureThe Graduate Certificate in Business Administration comprises four core courses in accounting, management and marketing. It is recommended that you follow the sequence of courses presented in the enrolment structure.

The following is an example of courses offered:

BUSM4534 Design Thinking for Business

BUSM1530 Leadership and Management

BUSM1534 Marketing for Managers

BUSM4154 Financial Analytics for Managerial Decisions

Profile

“The MBA is helping me to advance my career by opening new doors and creating a larger network base. My career goal is to specialise in management and strategic consulting.

“I chose to study my MBA at RMIT because it offers a strong mentoring program and a more practical and interactive approach to learning. Each course is challenging and relevant and the lecturers are always willing to go out of their way to enhance the learning experience.”

Jessica Bearzatto Master of Business Administration (MBA)

RMIT’s MBA program received a 4-star rating from the Graduate Management Association of Australia (GMAA 2014).

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Program StructureThe Master degree comprises core and elective courses.

Features

— Undertake coursework that introduces core aspects of business practice.

— Showcase your emerging business expertise and problem-solving ability through compulsory courses in the final stage of the program.

— Explore a complex problem, and test and evaluate potential solutions with industry and community stakeholders in the course Business Research Design.

It is recommended that you follow the sequence of courses presented in the enrolment structure.

You will start your MBA journey by undertaking functional courses that introduce business concepts, followed by courses that draw upon the learning activities experienced and knowledge acquired to focus on strategy development. These courses in the latter part of the program allow you to showcase your emerging business expertise.

An outline of the current program structure is provided on this page. All courses are 12 credit points each unless otherwise indicated.

To read individual course descriptions, please enter the course code at www.rmit.edu.au .

The following is an example of courses offered:

Stage A (Business Enabling Courses)

BUSM1162 Management 1 – Managing People

BUSM3886 Business and Government in the Global Context

ISYS1028 Global Business and Social Technology: A Case Study Approach

ACCT2127 Accounting for Management Decisions

Stage B

BUSM4534 Design Thinking for Business

BUSM1530 Leadership and Management

BUSM1534 Marketing for Managers

BUSM4154 Financial Analytics for Managerial Decisions

Stage C

BUSM4160 Managerial Finance

BUSM4537 Management of Technology and Innovation

BUSM4531 Business Operations Management

BUSM3255 Strategy

Stage D

BUSM4448 Business Research Design

BUSM4163 Business Consulting

Two approved postgraduate elective courses (or equivalent of 24 credit points).

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Industry ConnectionsIn the final stage of the program, you will complete a company project in the course Business Consulting. This involves receiving a detailed brief from an external company and working on the project as a consultant. As part of the process, you will have the opportunity to pitch your ideas and get feedback from the client before presenting your final report to the company’s management team at the end of semester. This course provides you with a hands-on learning experience and a direct link to senior members of the Graduate School of Business and Law’s partnering organisations. Currently these include Telstra, Prudential Investment Company of Australia (PICA) and Siemens.

The program is supported by a strong advisory board that helps steer curriculum development to ensure that RMIT MBA graduates are work-ready and prepared to take up challenging positions within the rapidly changing landscape of business management. The Program Advisory Board is made up of members from KPMG, BMW, Ethical Investment Services, Greencap, and from boutique consultancy firms such as Advantage Point Business Advisors.

Business Mentoring ProgramTo assist your career progression and increase your employment opportunities, the MBA provides guidance through a Business Mentoring Program. You will engage in a range of activities including seminars with guest speakers, group work and case studies, individual mentoring and coaching, and career preparation.

The mentoring program covers:

— leadership in the workplace — power and influence — judgement in decision-making — career and self-management — working in Australian organisations — working in Asia — working in a family business

All business mentors hold at least 15 years of experience, are active leaders in their respective fields, and will provide guidance and support for your working life.

CareerGraduates of the arts, business, engineering, health, IT and other fields study this MBA to broaden their career options.

Global OpportunitiesGlobal intensives are a unique feature of the program. You can combine an overseas travel and cultural experience with coursework completed in intensive mode and have this credited towards your degree. They depart during the Australian summer or winter vacations and are usually undertaken in the final semester of the Master degree. If you are planning to include a global intensive as part of your program, you are advised to check that you have the required number of student electives or credit points available.

www.rmit.edu.au/bus/studytours

Professional RecognitionDepending on courses undertaken and your experience, graduates may be eligible for membership with:

— The Australian Institute of Management www.aim.com.au

— The Australian Institute of Training and Development www.aitd.com.au

— The Industrial Relations Society of Victoria www.irsv.asn.au

Entry RequirementsTo be considered for admission, you must meet University entry requirements as well as the following program entry requirements.

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in a business (or related) discipline* from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Grade Point Average of 1.0 (out of 4.0)/50%/Pass; or

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in a business (or related) discipline* from a recognised tertiary institution and a GMAT overall minimum score of 550; or

— RMIT Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.

* Applicants with a degree in a non-business or related discipline need to apply for the Graduate Certificate/Master pathway if they wish to complete the Master degree in 1.5 years (full-time). Alternatively, applicants with a non-business or related discipline may be admitted to the Master degree without exemptions and will be required to complete the 16-course program in order to be eligible to graduate with the Master degree.

PathwaysUpon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration you will be admitted to the Master of Business Administration (MBA), which requires the successful completion of a further eight courses.

Advanced Standing

If you have completed an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in a business (or related) discipline from a recognised tertiary institution, you will receive exemptions from the four business enabling courses.

Credit and Exemptions

Applicants who have successfully completed postgraduate studies in a business (or related) discipline at another institution can have these assessed for credit or exemptions from this program consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy. For further information, please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit .

Further Study

Business research programs are offered at masters and doctoral level.

Search www.rmit.edu.au “research programs”.

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The MBA (Executive) is helping me to improve my business expertise and develop my career choices. It provides an excellent avenue for gaining new skills and furthering existing knowledge.

I am a self-employed business owner and the MBA (Executive) has helped me to pursue my entrepreneurial interests. One of the projects I completed as part of the Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation elective prompted me to expand my business and be more innovative by bringing in new ideas.

Tania Sasic MBA (Executive)

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Business Administration (Executive)

These programs build on your professional experience through collaborative-style learning and business problem-solving to facilitate your career progression. They offer working professionals a highly flexible learning experience that fosters leadership, strategic thinking and corporate responsibility.

Learning and TeachingYou will experience a variety of teaching and learning approaches including lectures, seminars, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work.

In addition, you will have access to online and digital resources such as lecture notes, assessment tools, discussion boards and podcasts through myRMIT Studies.

Melbourne-based classes will normally be held at the Emily McPherson College Building, a magnificent heritage property on the corner of Russell and Victoria streets. Facilities include a student lounge, conference suite, teaching theatres and classrooms with the latest multimedia technology, and a rooftop patio with views of Melbourne’s CBD. Some classes may be held at the award-winning Swanston Academic Building or at other locations on RMIT’s City campus.

These programs are also offered through Open Universities Australia.

www.rmit.edu.au/oua

Assessment Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester and includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects and practical assignments.

Industry ConnectionsA successful professional development series is offered, which connects RMIT’s industry partners with alumni and current students. The purpose of these forums is to provide stakeholders with an opportunity to strengthen their networks and engage with prominent industry leaders on issues of current relevance. Engagement has taken place with CEOs from leading law firms, the Chairman of Australia Prudential Regulation Authority, the Chief Risk Officer of ANZ and with Australia’s leading business recruitment firms.

How to ApplyPlease read entry requirements carefully to determine whether you should apply for the Graduate Certificate or the Master degree.

Direct Application

Apply online at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/apply/direct .

Semester 1 timely applications for coursework programs open on Open Day (9 August) and are due by 10 November.*

Semester 2 (Midyear) applications open 1 May and are due by 31 May.*

For more information: www.rmit.edu.au/programs/midyear .

To study in online mode, please apply through Open Universities Australia: www.rmit.edu.au/oua .*Applications will continue to be accepted until all places have been filled. You are encouraged to lodge your application early.

Further InformationInfo Corner 330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street) Melbourne VIC 3000 Tel. +61 3 9925 2260

EventsRMIT hosts events of interest to future students throughout the year.

For details visit bit.ly/RMIT-innovate .

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Graduate CertificateProgram Code CampusGC129 City campus or online

Duration6 months full-time or part-time equivalent.

2016 Tuition Fee

Full-Fee Places

$16,320 six months full-time. Please refer to Fees Explained on page 11.

URLwww.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc129

Program StructureThe Graduate Certificate comprises four core courses in accounting, management and marketing. It is recommended that you follow the sequence of courses presented in the enrolment structure.

The following is an example of courses offered:

BUSM4519 Design Thinking for Business (Executive)

BUSM4131 Leading People and Organisations

MKTG1276 Marketing

BUSM4126 Accounting for Business Decisions

CareerUpon completion of the Graduate Certificate you will be able to demonstrate advanced business knowledge and tackle strategic challenges in any organisation.

Graduates are encouraged to progress to the Master of Business Administration (Executive).

Entry RequirementsTo be considered for admission, you must meet University entry requirements as well as the following program entry requirements:

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.0 (out of 4.0)/60%/Credit; or

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent or higher level qualification in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution and a GMAT overall minimum score of 600.

Work Experience

In addition to the academic requirements, you must provide evidence of a minimum of three years work experience in a management role with supervisory responsibilities as part of your application.

Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements may be considered based on significant work experience (8–10 years) with at least five years in a management role with supervisory responsibilities.

PathwaysGraduates of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive) may progress to the Master of Business Administration (Executive). Qualifying for the MBA (Executive) requires the successful completion of a further eight courses.

Credit and Exemptions

Applicants who have successfully completed postgraduate studies in a business (or related) discipline at another institution can have these assessed for credit or exemptions from this program consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

Further Study

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive) is a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (Executive).

Master by CourseworkProgram Code CampusMC162 City campus,

Vietnam or online

Duration1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time.

2016 Tuition Fee

Full-Fee Places

$32,640 per year full-time. $48,960 total program fee. Please refer to Fees Explained on page 11.

URLwww.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc162

Program StructureThe Master degree comprises 10 core and two elective courses.

MBA (Executive) students have access to flexible study options including:

— Courses run in the evening, or in 4–5 day intensives and on weekends in block mode at the Melbourne City campus.

— Spring and summer courses.

— Winter and summer global intensives.

— Online study through RMIT’s partnership with Open Universities Australia.

You can move comfortably between online and on-campus modes wherever the program is offered—in Melbourne or Vietnam.

Features

— Explore a complex problem, and test and evaluate potential solutions with industry and community stakeholders in the course Business Research Design.

— The capstone course Executive Consulting draws together the knowledge and skills you have acquired in the program. It focuses on the practical aspects of business leadership with an emphasis on corporate decision-making in an international setting.

An outline of the current program structure is provided on the following page. All courses are 12 credit points each unless otherwise indicated. Not all courses are available in each semester; it is recommended that you follow the sequence of courses presented in the enrolment structure.

To read individual course descriptions, please enter the course code at www.rmit.edu.au .

RMIT’s MBA (Executive) has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Graduate Management Association of Australia, one of only two such programs in Australia to receive their top rating (GMAA 2014).

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The following is an example of courses currently offered:

Stage A

BUSM4519 Design Thinking for Business (Executive)

BUSM4131 Leading People and Organisations

MKTG1276 Marketing

BUSM4126 Accounting for Business Decisions

Stage B

BUSM4141 Financial Management

BUSM4528 Managing Technology and Innovation Strategy

BUSM4525 Managing Business Operations

BUSM3922 Creating Business Strategies

Stage C

BUSM4448 Business Research Design

BUSM4522 Executive Consulting

Two approved postgraduate elective courses (or equivalent of 24 credit points).

CareerGraduates will be able to demonstrate advanced business knowledge and tackle strategic challenges in any organisation.

You will deliver key capabilities in:

— executive leadership

— entrepreneurial and strategic thinking

— effective communication

— ethical judgement

— innovation and advanced problem-solving

— the capacity to transform business processes

Global OpportunitiesGlobal intensives are a unique feature of the program. You can combine an overseas travel and cultural experience with coursework completed in intensive mode and have this credited towards your degree. They depart during the Australian summer or winter vacations and are usually undertaken in the final semester of the Master degree. If you are planning to include a global intensive as part of your program, you are advised to check that you have the required number of student electives or credit points available.

www.rmit.edu.au/bus/studytours

Professional RecognitionDepending on courses undertaken and your experience, graduates may be eligible for membership with:

— The Australian Institute of Management www.aim.com.au

— The Australian Institute of Training and Development www.aitd.com.au

— The Industrial Relations Society of Victoria www.irsv.asn.au

Entry RequirementsTo be considered for admission, you must meet University entry requirements as well as the following program entry requirements:

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.0 (out of 4.0)/60%/Credit; or

— An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution and a GMAT overall minimum score of 600; or

— RMIT Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive).

Work Experience

In addition to the academic requirements, as part of your application you must provide evidence of a minimum of three years work experience in a management role with supervisory responsibilities.

PathwaysGraduates of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive) may progress to the Master of Business Administration (Executive). Qualifying for the MBA (Executive) requires the successful completion of a further eight courses.

Credit and Exemptions

Applicants who have successfully completed postgraduate studies in a business (or related) discipline at another institution can have these assessed for credit or exemptions from this program consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

For further information, please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit .

Applicants with a Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CPA Australia or Chartered Secretaries qualification are eligible for up to four course credits. Credit transfer from other postgraduate programs and recognition of other professional qualifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis; however, applicants should note that only relevant business postgraduate qualifications are normally considered for credit transfer. These must be equivalent to RMIT University’s MBA (Executive) course content, structure and credit point values. All applicants should undertake the normal application process.

Further study

Business research programs are offered at masters and doctoral level.

Search www.rmit.edu.au “research programs”.

Profile

“The MBA (Executive) has given me the tools and frameworks to make critical business decisions. It has also provided me with access to a peer network of professionals to support me through my studies.

“I am currently working as a Senior Marketing Manager, managing the strategy and execution of the Bank of Melbourne’s brand architecture and digital strategy. I love the international nature of the business and the diversity that this brings. There is no question that studying the MBA (Executive) has given me greater confidence and the courage to tackle the opportunities that come my way.”

Natalie Truong MBA (Executive)

Senior Marketing Manager Digital and Innovation Bank of Melbourne

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Postgraduate Studies by Coursework

Full-Fee Places

Students in full-fee places are required to pay a tuition fee that covers the full tuition costs of their program. The tuition fees vary according to each program and are adjusted on an annual basis.

Financial assistance may be available through the FEE-HELP scheme (see right for details).

Only students who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or hold an Australian Permanent Resident Visa are eligible for a domestic full-fee place. Students who do not meet these citizenship and residency requirements may be offered a place as an onshore international student.

Fees for 2016 are listed under each program in this booklet or visit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees from October 2015.

Other Fees and ExpensesIn addition to tuition fees, you will be charged a student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is indexed annually. Eligible students can defer payment of the fee through SA-HELP. For more information, please visit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/ssaf .

You may also be required to purchase items related to your program, including field trips, specified textbooks and equipment. These expenses vary from program to program. For more information visit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees .

Financial Assistance

Scholarships

Before you let financial constraints or living arrangements get in the way of your decision to study, find out about the range of RMIT scholarships available.

Coursework Scholarships Office Tel. +61 3 9925 2811 Email: scholarships@rmit.edu.au www.rmit.edu.au/scholarships

FEE-HELP

FEE-HELP is an optional loan scheme that assists eligible students to pay all or part of their tuition fees. To learn more about FEE-HELP visit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/helploans/fee-help .

Income Support

The Commonwealth Government has approved a number of RMIT University postgraduate programs for student income support payments. The list of approved programs is available at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/highered/masters .

To check your eligibility for student income support or rent assistance, please contact Centrelink or visit www.humanservices.gov.au.

Income Tax Deductions

Students may be eligible to apply for income tax deductions relating to the education expenses that are linked to their employment. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website at www.ato.gov.au provides guidance on the taxation treatment of your fees.

Fees Explained

MBA Alumnus Not Your Average Mo

RMIT University alumnus Dr Mark Buzza is using his MBA to help save lives, leading the Movember international global research program that involves the collaboration of more than 250 of the world’s leading prostate cancer researchers and clinicians across more than 15 countries.

Profile

“Having access to successful business practitioners through the Business Mentoring Program and learning alongside students of different ages, cultures, study backgrounds and work experience makes for a captivating learning environment.”

Hear how Andrew’s MBA prepared him for a senior advisor role at KPMG.

Melbourne: The World’s Most Liveable City

RMIT’s MBA programs attract students from a diverse range of work and educational backgrounds, as well as geographical locations. Take a look through Melbourne – the world’s most liveable city, the world’s friendliest city and the second best student city.

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The information in this guide is specific to Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents of Australia.

RMIT UniversityInfo Corner330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street)Melbourne VIC 3000Tel. +61 3 9925 2260Email: study@rmit.edu.au

www.rmit.edu.au

Disclaimer: The information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check and confirm all general and specific program information prior to lodging an application for enrolment. For the most up-to-date program information, please refer to the RMIT University website. Visit www.rmit.edu.au . This guide is designed for Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents of Australia. Vocational education programs are delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding for eligible students. RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A. RTO Code: 3046.

Why Postgrad?

A Competitive Edge » Employment opportunities increase by 85% after completing a postgraduate qualification.*

Increase your Earnings » On average, a postgraduate qualification will up your long-term earning by more than 15%.

Turn Career Dreams into Reality » Almost 50% of us feel like we’re in the wrong career^. A postgraduate qualification will allow you to follow your true passion.

*Source: Graduate Destinations Report 2012 ^Source: SEEK Education and Careers 2013

Why RMIT?

Take your career to the next levelRMIT was ranked 79th in the world by global employers for graduate employability in the 2014 QS rankings.1Flexibility that works for you40% of RMIT’s 11,700 postgraduate students study part-time with many flexible learning options.2Broaden your horizonsRMIT offers exchange opportunities at over 200 institutions across 41 countries and has students originating from over 100 countries.

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Open doors to worldwide opportunitiesRMIT has over 200 research collaborations with industry and partners on every continent and graduates are employed in more than 100 countries.

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Transform the future through researchRMIT is ranked in the top five Australian universities for excellence in key research disciplines, and was awarded more than $19 million in research funding in 2014.

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Education that packs a punch for your prospectsRMIT is ranked in the world’s top 35 universities for key subject areas in the 2015 QS World University Rankings.6

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