MC196 - Master of Information Management
Plan: MC196EXE - Master of Information Management
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Master of Information Management
Award abbreviation: MInfoMgt
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full time, 4 years part time (or 1.5 years FT and 3 years PT with advanced standing)
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Accounting, Information Systems and Supply Chain (665H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/accounting-information-systems-and-supply-chain
ASCED code: 091301
CRICOS code: 077511G
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Master of Information Management is designed to produce an accredited entry-level professional qualification preparing you for work as a manager in the library, information and knowledge industries. A rapidly changing work environment requires information literate graduates who are critical, creative and skilled in the storage, organization, access, retrieval, digitisation, dissemination and preservation of information through analysis, synthesis and interpretation. This involves focused training on designing solutions to information management problems and situations for a diverse range of organizations.
Over the duration of the program you will experience a range of learning experiences including lectures, tutorials and workshops based on designing solutions to information problems. The application of the theoretical based learning to the discipline based work situation is undertaken through project work, real world case studies, guest speakers, seminars and the compulsory Industry Experience component.
The program is accredited by both The Library and Information Association (ALIA) and The Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA). As a graduate you will be able to operate globally as this qualification has international recognition. You will also be qualified to undertake management level positions in the library, records, archives and information management sectors. These include librarian positions in public, tertiary special, government and school libraries, and management positions in records, archive, document and knowledge management areas.
Applicants who have successfully completed any undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and are admitted into the program will receive advanced standing equivalent to four courses. See Articulation and Pathways for further information.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Information Management will articulate to the Master of Information Management with advanced standing, and will be required to complete eight (8) courses in order to qualify for the degree.
Credits and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University’s Credit Policy.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Academic Entrance requirements
Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline;
or
Successful completion of the RMIT Graduate Certificate in Information Management;
The Graduate Certificate in Information Management consists of the first four discipline course of the Master program and acts as a pathway for the students who do not meet either of the first two admissions criteria. On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Information Management, you will transition to the master program and complete the remaining courses, so that your total duration of study is 1.5 yr (full time).
or
Australian Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters degree or equivalent in the same discipline.
Work Experience
Required: Minimum 3 years Full Time Equivalent (FTE) management experience
Applicants will be required to submit a CV.
Entrance requirements for international onshore applicants
All non-Australian residents and overseas full-fee paying students are required to meet RMIT English language requirements. For more information on these requirements and acceptable English Language tests please see www.rmit.edu.au/international/english-equivalent.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is accredited by the professional bodies listed in the table below.
The professional bodies may offer membership for students and/or graduates as a career enabler which could include opportunities for networking and access to discipline specific resources. Application for membership is the student/graduate's responsibility.
| Professional Body | Accreditation Description | Membership and Opportunities |
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Australian Library and Information Association [ALIA] |
Program quality and content satisfies current and emerging library information management practice for information professionals. |
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Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia [RIMPA] |
Program is recognised as satisfying the level of competence described in the National Records and Archives Competency Standards. |
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VALA - Libraries, Technology and the Future Inc [VALA] |
Not Applicable |
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Institute for Information Management [IIM] |
Not Applicable |
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School Library Association of Victoria [SLAV] |
Not Applicable |
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Australian Society of Archivists [ASA] |
Not Applicable |
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Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals [CILIP] |
Program recognised through ALIA accreditation |
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American Library Association [ALA] |
Program recognised through ALIA accreditation |
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Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa [LIANZA] |
Program recognised through ALIA accreditation |
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Industry Links
RMIT students are eligible for student membership of the Institute for Information Management in Australia, (IIM) a body that has open membership for information professionals.
An extensive network of industry links supports this program. Business practitioners, lecturers from industry, guest speakers, industry-relevant projects and the industry placement underpin the work integrated learning components of this program. An industry advisory board ensures current standards and practice are reflected in this program.
Top of pageStudent 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.
Top of pageLibrary, 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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