MC192 - Master of International Business
Plan: MC192EXVRI - Master of International Business
Campus: RMIT Vietnam Saigon South
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 International Business
Award abbreviation: MIntlBus
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent (or 1.5 years FT or PT equivalent with advanced standing)
Location: Vietnam campus, Saigon South
Owning school: Management (630H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/management
ASCED code: 080311
CRICOS code:
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Master of International Business is designed to prepare you for a career in international corporate, government or not-for-profit organisations. The program builds the knowledge and skills necessary for critical and creative approaches to international business by providing advanced study in contemporary international business theory and practice that is supported by ethical and sustainable business decision-making. It will also provide you with the capacity to address the international regulation of business and critically evaluate the impacts of decisions and practice through case studies and interactive and experiential learning activities.
The capstone experience relates to the understanding and analysis of international business from a sustainable perspective. This program comprises of courses that provide special emphasis on sustainability and sustainable international business. The course on BUSM4489 Sustainable International Business Futures has specially been designed to introduce such experience.
The core research course of this program is BUSM4450 Business Research Design. This course is designed to develop your knowledge of research principles and methods and how to apply them within the contemporary business environment. You will have the opportunity to conduct a research project/proposal and further develop your skills in research methodology.
The program is delivered on-campus.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
1. Students admitted with the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree or higher level qualification in business (or a related discipline) will be exempted from completing four (4) courses (48 credit points), detailed below, and will be required to complete an additional twelve (12) courses (144 credit points) in order to qualify for the degree.
2. Students will be exempted from completing the four (4) courses (48 credit points) below:
Three (3) Business and Law option courses (36 credit points)
One (1) University Postgrad Elective (12 credit points)
Students who successfully complete the RMIT Graduate Certificate in International Business will be exempted from completing the four (4) discipline courses completed in the Graduate Certificate in
International Business and will be required to complete an additional twelve (12) courses (144 credit points) in order to qualify for the degree.
Please refer to the Masters Advanced Standing Credit Procedure for additional information regarding the recency of previous qualifications.
Credit outside of the above arrangements will be assessed consistently with the RMIT University credit policy and procedures. If you wish to apply for a credit transfer/RPL, please refer to Apply for credit.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Academic Entrance requirements
An Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent or higher level qualification in any discipline.
Entrance requirements for international onshore applicants:
Additionally, all non-Australian residents and overseas full-fee paying students are required to meet RMIT English language requirements. For more information on these requirements see English Language Requirements at RMIT
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not accredited by a professional body. However, some professional bodies 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 recognition of their qualification.
RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.
A network of industry links supports this program. Management practitioners, lecturers from industry, guest speakers and industry-relevant projects underpin the work integrated learning components of this program. The School's Industry Advisory Committee 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
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University Vietnam you can access the services, facilities and study space provided by the RMIT Vietnam Library: http://library.rmit.edu.vn/.
You can also access the extensive collections of electronic resources and online services provided by RMIT University Library. Resources include databases, e-books, electronic journals and newspapers. Assistance is available via the Ask the Library chat service. Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Learning services available to you as a student
RMIT University Vietnam provides the following resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing for your study and career goals. Services available include:
- transition to tertiary student learning
- study skills, academic skills including academic literacy, writing for academic purposes, research, exam preparation and much more
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health and personal matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in community engagement, arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance.
You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.vn/students
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