Master of Information Management

1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time

International student visa holders can only study full-time.

Learning and teaching

This program is offered face-to-face and online.

Each face-to-face course usually involves 3 hours of class contact - a lecture plus tutorial - per week or equivalent, and approximately 6 hours of out-of-class preparation and assignment work. Classes are usually offered in the afternoon or early evening.

Online study requires a similar time commitment - approximately 9 hours of study per course, per week and is conducted through the myRMIT student portal. Students will be expected to work independently and in groups using technologies available through the online delivery.

RMIT's new Swanston Academic Building offers interactive lecture and tutorial spaces, lectorial theatres, small-group rooms and other innovative spaces.

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work. These are primarily in English.

You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects and practical assignments.

Program structure

You must complete 144 credit points, which generally equals 12 courses (12 credit points each).

This includes the compulsory work-integrated learning course, Professional Issues and Practice; core courses that meet the accreditation requirements of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) as a professional entry-level program; electives and the option to complete a minor thesis.

Currently no program handbook (program guide) is available online. Please contact the school listed under "Owning school" below.

You'll complete a compulsory work experience component that is equivalent to 3 weeks of full-time work. This can be taken at midyear or at the end of the year.

Students with appropriate industry experience may seek an exemption from this placement.

Guiding the development of the College of Business, both nationally and internationally, is an Industry Advisory Board of high-profile executives chaired by Gerhard Vorster, Chief Strategy Officer, Deloitte. The Board creates a strategic bridge between the latest in technology and design thinking and business.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

Graduates work as:

• information, document and records managers
• librarians
• archivists
• teacher librarians
• community information officers
• database specialists
• research and information analysts in private industry, government and semi-government bodies, universities, schools and professional associations.

You may also work as an independent broker or consultant or in electronic document management, with application in litigation support, health and welfare, public administration and a variety of industry groups.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Accreditation

Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), the nation's professional organisation for the Australian library and information services sector.

Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA) the peak professional association for the records and information management industry of Australasia.

Membership

Graduates are entitled to associate membership of ALIA and students are eligible for student membership.

Graduates are entitled to an affiliate membership of RIMPA and (full-time) students are eligible for student membership.

Full-time students are eligible for student membership of the Institute for Information Management in Australia, a body that has open membership for information professionals.

International study tours allow you to combine an intensive 24 credit point course with overseas industry visits, and cultural and historical tours.

Program entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum 50% average/Pass or GPA 1.0 (out of 4.0).

Prerequisites

The program includes a compulsory work experience component that is equivalent to 3 weeks of full-time work. This can be taken at midyear or at the end of the year. Students with appropriate experience may seek an exemption from this placement.

Selection tasks

None

English language requirements:

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

• Academic IELTS (minimum scores) overall band of 6.5 with no individual band below 6.0
• TOEFL (Paper-based): minimum score of 580 (with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5)
• TOEFL (Internet-based): minimum score of 92 with a minimum of 20 in each section
• Cambridge English (Advanced CAE): CAE Grade B
• Pearson: Minimum score of 58 (no band less than 50).

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.

1. Check program entry requirements and confirm you're eligible.

2. Ensure you have your supporting documents ready - this includes certified copies of all academic transcripts.

3. Complete and submit your application using one of the following options:

• Apply online. Please read these important notes before proceeding.
• Print and complete the Application form for international students (PDF 316 KB 4p) and submit following the instructions on the form.
• Use a registered RMIT representative in your country.

There are no application deadlines for international students; however, we encourage you to apply early as acceptance into programs is subject to the availability of places. An application fee may apply.

Learn more about the International application process.

View tuition fees for international students.

Other fees

• In addition to tuition fees you are required to pay the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF).
• All international student visa holders are required to maintain valid Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the total duration of their visa.

Additional expenses

• Some programs incur additional expenses.
• Here is an estimate cost of living you can expect to pay each year.

View the schedule of program fees for international students.

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Information Management at RMIT are eligible for 8 course exemptions and have 4 courses remaining. No other exemptions or substitutions given.

If you apply for exemptions from postgraduate courses completed at other institutions, these will be considered by the selection officer upon receipt of your academic transcript.

Early in your studies, we will invite you in to discuss your exemptions.

Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.

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