GC047 - Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

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Plan: GC047KP19 - Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Campus: RMIT Online

Program delivery and structure

Approach to learning and assessment
Work integrated learning
Program structure

Approach to learning and assessment

The program is designed to be a flexible program of study underpinned by an online student learning management platform that can be accessed anywhere, anytime throughout the semester. The MBA can be undertaken part-time or full-time. There will be opportunities for intensive learning, and students have the opportunity to undertake an international study tour. Lecturers will utilise a range of teaching and learning methodologies. The pedagogical approach is teacher-centred and student-centred which is well suited to the learning styles of recent graduates (see Joyce, B., M. Weil & E. Calhoun [2004] Models of Teaching, 7th ed., Boston: Allyn & Bacon). Particular attention will be paid to presenting content in ways that expose you to the world of work, particularly content that covers the principles and practices related to the management and organization of work and workplaces. Solving business problems with a business design thinking problem- solving approach is incorporated throughout the program. 

A variety of methodologies will be used, including the formal dissemination of content, audio-visual presentations, presentations by industry professionals, simulations and other complimentary approaches, which provide opportunities for you to link the course’s content and skill development requirements with the management and organisation of work and workplaces. 

Through issue-based seminars, case study analyses, simulations, student presentations, student-based topic investigations, and class discussions, you will gain an understanding of the nature of the business constructs as they impact on the regulatory environment, business operations, organisational processes, and performance. 

Problem-based learning:In the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, you may work in a team or individually to conduct research, solve problems, analyse and respond to case studies, prepare or respond to briefs. This technique is designed to simulate the experiences you will encounter working in business. 

Flexible delivery: The program will incorporate extensive use of online resources. These may include learning resources such as lecture notes, and assessment and feedback tools. 

Assignments and projects: These may be either research or problem based, and may be undertaken in teams or individually. They will provide you with experience at undertaking research and writing effectively to present your findings and recommendations to a range of audiences.  

The assessment philosophy utilises a range of appropriate measures linked to the program and course outcomes. Assessment tasks include: business plan/reports, academic essays, in-class and online presentations, blogs, group reports, examinations and computer simulations. 

A critical feature of all assessment tasks is the requirement to link rigorous academic literature with your work experience. Reflective practice is encouraged to apply new knowledge and insights towards effective and professional business practices. 

Depending on courses selected, your progress is assessed by a combination of group and individual assignments and examination. Over the duration of your program, you will experience a variety of teaching and learning approaches. The approaches used in each course will be appropriate to the learning outcomes and core capabilities they are designed to develop. 

The assessment you must complete is designed to provide you with opportunities to demonstrate the extent to which you have achieved specific learning outcomes in a given area. Methods of assessment will also vary with the learning outcomes of the relevant course that may include case studies, research projects and reports. 

For more information on assessment, refer to the RMIT Assessment and Assessment Flexibility policy

Academic integrity 

All students are advised to familiarise themselves with RMIT academic integrity policy and guidelines: 

www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/academic-integrity 

Equitable Learning Services 

Please note that if you have a long-term medical condition, disability, and/or other form of disadvantage it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) unit if you would like to find out more. Information about ELS can be found at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/equitable-learning.

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Work integrated learning

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration program is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional practice. These courses provide you with opportunities to apply your academic skills to a work-based context where you will: 

  • be involved in authentic engagement with partner organisations that may be in the form of industry-partnered projects, simulations or placements; 

  • undertake and be assessed on structured activities that allow you to learn, apply and demonstrate your  
    professional practice; 

  • interact with industry and community when undertaking these activities; 

  • complete these activities in real work contexts or situations; and 

  • be provided with distinctive sources of feedback to assist your learning. 

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration includes two courses that are ‘work integrated learning’ (WIL) courses. In these WIL courses, you will engage in activities that integrate theoretical learning with practical application in 

professional contexts and will engage you in meaningful and consequential learning activities. These courses 

involve you in interacting with organisations (industry, government and community) through discipline relevant 

projects and work placements. Courses in the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration use guest lecturers from industry, government or the community and activities relating to industry as part of the learning experience. 

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is in courses in this program: 

  1. BUSM4742 Design Thinking for Business (12 credit points) 

  2. BUSM4739 Marketing for Managers (12 credit points) 

Other courses in the program may have aspects of industry partner learning such as guest speakers, case studies, simulations, serious games, and thought leaders. 

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Program Structure

To graduate you must complete the following. All courses listed may not be available each semester.
 

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Year One of Program

Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Design Thinking for Business 12 BUSM4742 RMIT Online
Leadership and Management 12 BUSM4737 RMIT Online
Marketing for Managers 12 BUSM4739 RMIT Online
Financial Analytics for Managerial Decisions 12 BUSM4741 RMIT Online
 

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