MC192 - Master of International Business

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Plan: MC192EXE15 - Master of International Business
Campus: City Campus

Program delivery and structure

Approach to learning and assessment
Work integrated learning
Program structure
Program transition plan

Approach to learning and assessment

Throughout this program, you will experience a variety of teaching and learning approaches. The major styles of teaching, learning and assessment reflect RMITs Active, Authentic and Applied signature pedagogy. You will experience the following throughout your program:

Classroom teaching: The program may include class presentations, group discussions, student-led discussions etc. This style of learning is designed to maximise your understanding of the curriculum content and develop appropriate skills. It is designed to provide an environment where you can ask questions and seek feedback as well as contribute to class discussion and apply theory to practice. 

Flexible delivery: The program will incorporate use of online resources. These may include learning resources such as recordings and podcasts, industry-related resources  and assessment and feedback tools such as discussion boards. 

Problem-Based Learning: The program will incorporate problem-based learning, where it will engage in analytical thinking, research and provision of solutions. 

Cooperative learning: The program enables you to work in collaborative or team-based tasks. 

Assignments and projects: Assessment tasks in the program 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.

E-portfolio: The industry e-portfolio captures your journey throughout the program, where your class activities and assessment tasks will provide you with a series of artefacts to help you compile and curate a compelling professional identity.

Assessment 

Depending on courses selected, student progress is assessed by a combination of group and individual assignments. The assessment you must complete is designed to provide you with opportunities to demonstrate the extent to which you have developed your capabilities and achieved specific learning outcomes in each area. Methods of assessment will also vary with the learning outcomes and core capabilities of the relevant course but may include case studies, research projects and reports. 

Inherent Requirements 
The following information on inherent requirements outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for information only and are not entry requirements. 

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services) to discuss any adjustments you may require. 

The following information outlines examples of the fundamental tasks you will be required to carry out during on-campus and industry placement activities.These examples are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.

Communication

  • Understand and respond to verbal communication.
  • Verbally communicate clear instructions and explanations.
  • Understand and use appropriate non-verbal communication such as: eye contact, gestures, facial expression, speaking volume, tone of voice, proximity and verbal turn-taking. 

Reading, writing and number skills

  • Read and understand a range of written material in differing forms from a variety of sources such as: on screen material, reference material and /or handwritten notes.
  • Produce coherent written communication appropriate to on-campus and industry placement settings.
  • Interpret and correctly apply numerical data, measurements and formulae in a time-efficient manner in on-campus learning and industry placement settings.

Concentration, memory and problem solving skills

  • Correctly use and apply knowledge of theory, research, and practice gained from on-campus learning activities to tasks in industry placement settings.

Mental wellness and behavioural stability

  • Engage with peers and teaching staff, to reflect on your work and respond appropriately to constructive feedback.
  • Manage multiple demands with engagement, focus and composure.
  • Undertake assessments where your performance may be recorded either in audio or video format in an enclosed sound proof booth room or a small classroom with specialised equipment.
  • Manage content with objectivity and accuracy.

There are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate to undertake these tasks. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require. 

Please be advised that the Master of Commerce includes an optional professional placement as part of your program. If you decide to complete a professional placement as part of your program, you will be required to source, apply and provide for approval your own placement (paid or unpaid). More information on how to enrol into a professional placement course is available via the course guides. If you require adjustments in order to complete a professional placement, it is recommended you meet with Equitable Learning Service as part of the application process to enrol into a professional placement.
 
By understanding the types of inherent requirement activities you’ll participate in, you can: 

  • understand more about the program 
  • determine if you may need support during your studies 
  • make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you 

If you are living with a disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies. 
 
To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
 
The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in on-campus learning and professional experience settings. 

Academic integrity 

The originality verification software Turnitin (see www.turnitin.com) may be used on assessments in your program. 

You must complete the RMIT Assessment coversheet with your assessment submissions. 

Specifically, support resources for yourself as a student to ensure that your submitted assessment accurately represents your work are provided at: www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/academic-integrity

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

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Work integrated learning

As a student enrolled in this RMIT University program you will be provided with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice. The designated Work Integrated Learning (WIL) courses in this program are BUSM2667 Managing Cross-border eCommerce in the Digital Era (12 credit points) and BUSM4448 Business Research Design (12 credit points). 

These courses will provide you with opportunities to apply your academic skills to a work-based context. In particular you will: 

  • undertake and be assessed on structured activities that allow you to learn, apply and demonstrate your professional or vocational practice; and 
  • be involved in authentic engagement with partner organisations that includes industry feedback.

    These learning opportunities may be in the form of industry-based projects, simulations or placements. 
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Program Structure

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

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

You must complete a total of 192 credit points as follows: 

Ten (10) core courses (120 cp); and 

Three (3) Business and Law option courses (36 cp); and 

Three (3) University Postgraduate Electives (36 cp) 

A list of all Business and Law Option courses can be found at the end of the program structure. 

 

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Year One of Program

Semester One: Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Global Business Environment 12 BUSM2665 City Campus
Managing Cross-border e-Commerce in the Digital Era 12 BUSM2667 City Campus
Managing Across Cultures 12 BUSM3127 City Campus
Global Entrepreneurship 12 BUSM2666 City Campus
AND
Semester Two: Complete the following Three (3) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Marketing for Managers 12 BUSM1534 City Campus
International Logistics 12 OMGT2088 City Campus
Managing Multinational Enterprises 12 BUSM2668 City Campus
AND
Select and Complete One (1) course from the following Business and Law Option Course list:
 
AND

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Year Two of Program

Semester One: Complete the following One (1) Course:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

International Strategy and Innovation 12 BUSM4357 City Campus
AND
Select and Complete Two (2) Courses from the following Business and Law Option Course list:
AND
Select and Complete One (1) Course from any:
University Postgrad Elective
AND
Semester Two: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Business Research Design 12 BUSM4448 City Campus
Sustainable International Business Futures 12 BUSM4388 City Campus
AND
Select and Complete Two (2) Courses from any:
University Postgrad Elective
 
AND

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Business and Law Option Course List:

List of Business and Law Option Courses

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Leadership Issues in International Management 12 BUSM3229 City Campus
Financial Analytics for Managerial Decisions 12 BUSM4154 City Campus
Design Thinking for Business 12 BUSM4534 City Campus
Sustainable Business Models 12 BUSM2688 City Campus
Sustainable Supply Chain Management 12 BUSM2690 City Campus
 

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Program transition plan

Semester 1 2024 Program Changes

The following four (4) courses have been removed from the program structure: 

1. BUSM3243 Business and Economic Analysis 

2. ACCT2229 Accounting for Sustainable Management 

3. BUSM3229 Leadership Issues in International Management (WIL) 

4. BUSM1530 Leadership and Management 

The above four (4) courses will be replaced with: 

1. BUSM2665 Global Business Environment  

2. BUSM2667 Managing Cross-border e-Commerce in the Digital Era (WIL) 

3. BUSM2666 Global Entrepreneurship 

4. BUSM2668 Managing Multinational Enterprises

The below Business and Law Option Course List has been added to your program:

  • BUSM3229 Leadership Issues in International Management
  • BUSM4154 Financial Analytics for Managerial Decisions
  • BUSM4535 Design Thinking for Business
  • BUSM2688 Sustainable Business Models
  • BUSM2690 Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Transition Rules:

  • If you have not completed BUSM3243 Business and Economic Analysis, you must complete BUSM2665 Global Business Environment  
  • If you have not completed ACCT2229 Accounting for Sustainable Management, you must complete BUSM2666 Global Entrepreneurship 
  • If you have not completed BUSM3229 Leadership Issues in International Management, you must complete BUSM2667 Managing Cross-border e-Commerce in the Digital Era
  • If you have not completed BUSM1530 Leadership and Management, you must complete BUSM2668 Managing Multinational Enterprises
  • Any courses completed outside of the above arrangements will be considered part of the Business and Law options.

Semester 2 2022 Program changes

The following four (4) courses have been removed from the Stage A program structure:

  • BUSM1162 Management 1 - Managing People
  • BUSM3886 Business and Government in the Global Context 
  • ISYS1028 Global Business and Social Technology: A Case Study Approach 
  • ACCT2127Accounting for Management Decisions 

The above four (4) Stage A courses will be replaced with:

  • Three (3) Business and Law courses  
  • BUSM1530 Leadership and Management

1. If you have received exemptions for the above four (4) Stage A courses, prior to Semester 2  2022: 

The courses will be recognised as part of your program, and you will not be required to complete the four (4) courses (48 credit points) below:

  • Three (3) Business and Law option courses (36 credit points)
  • BUSM1530 Leadership and Management (12 credit points)

2. Students who have completed all the Business Enabling courses, do not need to complete the new core course, BUSM1530 Leadership and Management or the three Business and Law option courses.

Students who have completed up to three Business Enabling courses will need to complete additional courses as detailed below:

  • If you have completed one Business Enabling course, you must complete BUSM1530 Leadership and Management, and an additional 24 credit points from available Business and Law courses.
  • If you have completed two Business Enabling courses, you must complete BUSM1530 Leadership and Management, and an additional 12 credit points from available Business and Law courses.
  • If you have completed three Business Enabling courses, you must complete BUSM1530 Leadership and Management.

Please note the course title amendment/s below:

BUSM3229 Contemporary Issues in International Management has been renamed BUSM3229 Leadership Issues in International Management effective Semester 1 2023.
BUSM4357 International Strategy has been renamed BUSM4357 International Strategy and Innovation effective Semester 1 2023.

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