MC279 - Master of Blockchain Enabled Business
Plan: MC279 - Master of Blockchain Enabled Business
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 Blockchain Enabled Business
Award abbreviation: MBEnBus
Total credit points: 144
Career: PGRD
Duration: 1.5 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: 103206G
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Master of Blockchain Enabled Business program 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 incorporates work-integrated learning and aims to develop specific knowledge and skills related to DLTs as well as more generic capabilities in research, 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. In the first year of the program, the aim of the courses is to provide students with the fundamental understanding of blockchain and DLTs as well as their applications and broad legal and ethical implications. This allows students to develop a develop a sound knowledge base to support later, contextualised studies in blockchain and DLTs.
In the second year of the program, students will and acquire a thorough understanding across specific areas of implementation and application that will enable them to provide analysis and solutions within a private sector, public sector or social enterprise context. Select units involve a research project component where students must demonstrate their ability to interact with industry, complete an activity in a work context and work in a multidisciplinary team. Blockchain and distributed ledger is a relatively new technology thatis 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 havea requirement for high level knowledge and expertise in the technology and its application. The capstone course ECON1564 Innovation Project in Cryptobusiness will give you the opportunity to critically reflect on this program’s curriculum and will promote the integration and synthesis of a range of knowledge and skills gained in the program and the application of these in discipline related real-world scenarios leading to work readiness or entry to graduate studies. This program is delivered on-campus.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Credit will be assessed consistently with the RMIT University credit policy and procedures. Students who successfully complete the RMIT Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business will be exempted from completing the four courses completed in the Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business (Stage A of the Master of Blockchain Enabled Business), and will be required to complete the eight (8) courses (96 credit points) in Stages B and C in order to qualify for the degree.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Academic Entrance requirements
- An Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher level qualification, in a business discipline from a recognised tertiary institution; or
- An Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline and a minimum of three years full-time or equivalent, work experience in a relevant industry setting.*; or
- An Australian Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters degree or equivalent in Business (or related discipline)
- The RMIT Graduate Certificate in Blockchain Enabled Business.
*Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) to support their work experience. This might include (but is not limited to) evidence of research, project or operational work; policy and strategy planning work; product design and development, or directing and controlling organisational resources.
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 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.
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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