Objective
The objective of the MBA (PPM) is to encourage development of a superior grade of project and program management executives as business leaders, strategic thinkers and agents of change. Typical roles in industry include Program Manager, Project Director, Department Head and Director. Given the complexity and uncertainty that characterise large complex projects and programs, as well as their business environments, the industry needs higher level professionalism and meta-cognitive abilities not normally catered for in traditional master degree courses. Numerous studies show that professionally-trained leaders with refined intellectual and professional skills are needed globally to lead project-based business endeavours.
Research has shown that this type of far-sighted and well-developed professionals are in demand in all sectors of the economy particularly as the project-based management philosophy and practice spread and as project management professionals assume the charge of project-oriented business units. Formulating major projects, programs, portfolios and networks- a traditionally complex area of business- has become even more complex due to the prevalence of major risks, uncertainty and complexity in ventures and their environments. To succeed one needs a blend of focused leadership, business acumen and professional skills. The MBA (PPM) aims to prepare professionals for such roles.
In summary, the MBA (PPM) is a formally accredited and recognised graduate degree conforming to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It is different to typical MBA programs in that it is strongly project-oriented and competency based, promoting leadership, innovation and transformative practice. It focuses on strategy and project based management within a wide range of contexts and applications.
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Course Structure
MBA(PPM) is awarded after completing 10 course units (60 credit points),of which 4 (24 credit points) are Core, 4 (24 credit points) are Secondary Core and the remaining 2 (12 credit points) are selected from the range of Advanced Elective units on offer. In addition, all candidates are required to pass the MBA Seminar after completion of all the required units of study. All candidates may select to enrol in and complete an MBA dissertation in lieu of the 2 Elective units.
MBA(PPM) can be completed in 4 semesters, full time. However, the number of units undertaken in each semester can be varied to suit individuals, subject to the total duration of candidature not exceeding 4 years (8 semesters) and subject to other conditions as advised at the time of enrolment. The part time mode is not available to international students on a student visa.
All credit points gained as part of the Master of Business and Project Management or Graduate Certificate and/or Graduate Diploma in Project Management will count towards the MBA (PPM) degree requirements provided that the candidate does not exit the program. (Students may transfer their enrolments subject to conditions advised at the time of transfer.)
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Core Units
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Secondary Core Units
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Elective Units
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Entry Requirements
Admission to the MBA (PPM) degree is subject to the candidates meeting specified criteria. As a minimum, a bachelor degree (or equivalent) in an applicable discipline, (e.g. science, IT, software, construction, engineering, architecture, economics, commerce, planning, etc.) is required. Candidates without a bachelor degree may be admitted to the MBA (PPM) subject to achieving at least Credit Average result (65% WAM) in the units of study undertaken as part of their MBPM course.
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