GC180 - Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business

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Plan: GC180 - Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business
Award abbreviation: GCBEnBus
Total credit points: 48
Career: PGRD
Duration: 0.5 years full-time or part time equivalent
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Economics, Finance and Marketing (625H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/economics-finance-and-marketing
ASCED code: 091901
CRICOS code: 103208E

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Purpose of the Program

The Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business will provide you with practical and theoretical foundations in the nature and application of, and business and societal impacts of blockchain and related distributed-ledger technologies (DLTs). This program aims to develop specific knowledge and skills related to DLTs as well as more general capabilities in analysis and problem-solving, to meet the current and future expectations of business, government, professional services and social enterprises.

The program equips students with the skills to identify and explore complex elements and develop innovative solutions. Over the duration of the program you will experience a variety learning experiences which are designed to assist developing skills as an independent and lifelong learner. Learning and teaching approaches for this program include: lectures and tutorials, problem-based learning, assignments, projects, the use of assessment and feedback tools, as well as the completion of a major research project. The types of assessment used in the program may take the form of formal examinations, assignments, case studies, projects, and in-class tests.

The aim of the program is to provide students with the fundamental understanding of blockchain and DLTs as well as their applications and broad legal and ethical implications that will enable them to provide analysis and solutions within a private sector, public sector or social enterprise context. Blockchain and distributed ledger is a relatively new technology that is emerging as vitally important for all sectors of the economy and society. The range of potential field of employment available for graduates of this program is varied, but includes banking and finance, public policy and regulation, professional services and consultancy and social and charitable enterprises that will have a requirement for high level knowledge and expertise in the technology and its application. This program is delivered on-campus.

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Articulation and pathways

Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy. Applicants who have completed studies or have partially completed a similar program at another institution (with entry criteria similar to this program) may be accepted with some credits or exemptions being granted towards this program. Credit pathways between RMIT University VET programs, Higher Education Diplomas & Associate Degrees in the same or related discipline, enable you upon successful completion of a lower level qualification, at the required standard for admission, to apply for advanced standing in a higher-level qualification. Credit pathways between RMIT University programs enable you upon graduating from an RMIT University qualification to apply for advanced standing in a higher-level qualification.  For more information about admissions and credit please refer to www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/enrolment/apply-for-credit.

If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program. There is information on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit. These arrangements may be subject to change from time to time.

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Entrance requirements

The entry requirements for this program are:

  • An Australian Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher level qualification in any discipline

Alternate Entry:

  • No prior academic qualifications but a minimum of 5 years full-time equivalent (FTE) work experience is required.Applicants will also be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).
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External accreditation and industry links

This program is not currently accredited by professional bodies, however some professional bodies in the field may offer qualification recognition post-graduation on a case by case basis. Students and/or graduates should contact the professional body of interest directly to seek advice on the recognition of their qualification.

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers, printers and group study rooms are available at each Melbourne Library location. You can access the Internet and Library e-resources. You can also access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library. Contact Ask the Library for assistance and further information www.rmit.edu.au/library.

Study Support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, information literacy, referencing, maths and study skills.

Online learning tools and content

As a student in this program, you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal www.rmit.edu.au/students.

Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals. Services are available face to face and online assisting with: 

  • transition to tertiary study and learning 
  • study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant 
  • enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning 
  • career development and employment 
  • living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters) 
  • opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad. 

We also offer a dedicated support service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous.

 

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