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BusinessWhy study Business?

Our world-class business and management education is academically rigorous, professionally relevant and recognised overseas. Choose an MBA or a specialist qualification in accounting, corporate responsibility or international business. Many of our degrees can be taken as double master programs combining business with a second specialisation. We offer postgraduate programs for business and non-business graduates. Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies such as the ACS, CPA, EFMD, ICCA and FINSIA.

EPAS Accreditation

epas thumbOur MBA is the first MBA program in Australia to be awarded EPAS accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development.This world-class recognition from one of the leading global accreditation bodies in the field of business and management offers an assurance of quality and excellence. 

Career opportunities

Career opportunities depend on your area of study and level of specialisation. Further information and support is available from course coordinators.

Courses

Local students

Business courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Graduate Diploma in Business Studies Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

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Course description
This course aims to enable graduates of any discipline to study in the fields of human resource management, management or marketing.

Students are introduced to leading-edge developments and equipped to contribute to organisational development, both at individual and team levels. The problem-focused approach helps students to develop problem-solving and decision-making skills that lead to effective management and marketing of a range of businesses.

Major study areas
Melbourne and Shepparton: human resources management, management.
Bendigo: human resources management, international business, marketing.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved equivalent.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $10,810 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University. Visit our postgraduate website download an application form to download an application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Shepparton
2013 Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Bendigo
1 year full-time or up to 5 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)

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Course description
This course aims to provide a general professional qualification in information technology (IT) to graduates with a grounding in the discipline who seek to broaden or deepen their knowledge of using computers. Core subjects provide a foundation in information systems, software development and computer networking.
Prerequisite
Undergraduate degree in IT, or any discipline other than IT and successful completion of the subjects Business Programming Concepts and Information Systems or their equivalents.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited for associate level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Information Technology (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
2013 Master of Business Administration Melbourne
Other
1.5 year full-time or 4 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

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Course description
The La Trobe MBA is the first in Australia to have been awarded the prestigious EPAS Accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development. It is also ranked in the global top 100 MBA programs in the Beyond Grey Pinstripes ranking. The curriculum is designed to deliver modern and responsible business leaders who have the expertise to develop and sustain competitive advantages for their organisations. The program focuses on the UN-backed Principles for Responsible Management Education, general management skills and comprehensive personal and professional skills development.

The program is structured to suit the lifestyle of working professionals, with most classes taught during evenings, weekends or in block mode across weekends. An intensive summer semester allows every student to tailor the MBA to their needs.


The course builds on a long tradition of flexible delivery, with two intakes per year and different delivery modes allowing students to shape their studies to match their interests and goals.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree or international equivalent, with a minimum C grade (60%) average in the final year and three years' relevant postgraduate managerial experience. Applicants with more than eight year's relevant managerial experience but without an undergraduate degree may be considered for professional entry.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $30 000 per 120 credit points (MBA indicative total tuition fee: $45 000)
Additional costs
Students must pay all costs related to international study tours, including travel, meals and accommodation. Costs vary depending on location (all accepted students are eligible to apply for travel grants).
How to apply
Visit our Apply Now page to initiate the application process. Please note that as part of the application you will be asked to submit a detailed CV and contact details for two professional referees.
Professional recognition
The La Trobe MBA holds current EPAS Accreditation, awarded by the European Foundation for Management Development.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration Melbourne
2.5 years full-time Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

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Course description
This course is a comprehensive study package for professionals in health service settings who want to expand their career pathway into senior management roles in the public or private sectors. It also provides an entry into the health sector for managers working in non-healthcare settings.
Prerequisite
Applicants are required to have completed a 3 year undergraduate degree in a business or health field and have a minimum of 2 years relevant management experience in the health sector.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $18,750 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University by 4 January 2013 for Semester 1 commencement and 9 July 2013 for Semester 2 commencement. Please also complete the Supplementary Form Supplementary Form.
Professional recognition
The MHA is accredited by the Australian College of Health Service Executives. It is also accredited by the Royal Australian College of Medical Administrators. The MBA is an internationally recognised professional qualification in business.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration/Health AdministrationMelbourne
Business Administration/Health AdministrationMelbourne (City)
2013 Master of Financial Analysis/Master of International Business Melbourne
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)

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Course description
This program is a combination the specialist knowledge necessary for success in the finance industry with an interdisciplinary overview of issues related to international business that influence and shape the rapidly changing global economy.

The MFA program aims to facilitate entry into a wide range of challenging and rewarding careers in the finance sector, as well as providing a pathway to several widely recognised designations of professional excellence within the investment industry. The MIB aims to provide an education in the essential techniques of international business management, keeping a balance between academic rigour and exposure to a wide range of practical experiences.
Prerequisite
A La Trobe University three-year bachelor degree or an approved equivalent undergraduate or postgraduate degree with an average in excess of 60% in the final year.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $19,110 per 120 credit points.
Additional information
Advanced Standing for foundation subjects is available to
. Students who sit a challenge exam and obtain more than 60%.
. Students who have passed CFA Level 1.
. Students who have at least two years' relevant professional experience.

A summer semester offering allows students the option of commencing study in summer.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University. Applications for Semester 1 close 31 January. Applications for Semester 2 close 15 July. Applicants can download an application form from our postgraduate website. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Professional recognition
The Master of Financial Analysis is a CFA Program Partner. The CFA Charter is the most widely recognised professional accreditation in finance globally.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Financial Analysis/International BusinessMelbourne
2013 Master of Information Technology / Master of Business Administration Melbourne
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Information Technology / Master of Business Administration continued…

Course description
This program combines a specialist postgraduate degree in information technology with the broad-based foundation in business and management offered by the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information technology or computer engineering.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $19,800 per 120 credit points.

Additional information
The MBA start date is 21 September.

How to apply
Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Professional recognition
Graduates are elegible for Professional Level membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Information Technology/Business Administration (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of International Business Melbourne
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of International Business continued…

Course description
Issues surrounding international business and how it shapes the rapidly changing global economy are the centre of this course. It provides students with a grounding in the essential techniques of international business management, keeping a balance between academic rigour and exposure to a wide range of practical experiences in the various aspects of international management.

The course is suitable for new graduates and those already in the workforce seeking to move from the domestic business sector into an international business environment.
Prerequisite
An undergraduate or graduate degree from an Australian college or university, or a comparable degree from a recognised or accredited institution outside Australia and proficiency in English, with a C Grade average or above in final year.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $18,860 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University. Applications for Semester 1 close 31 January. Applications for Semester 2 close 5 July. Applicants can download an application form from our postgraduate website. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
International Business (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of International Business with Honours Melbourne
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

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Course description
This course provides graduates of La Trobe's Master of International Business with the opportunity to strengthen and deepen their conceptual thinking and theoretical understanding of the discipline, and improve their capacity for critical reflection.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of the Master of International Business, with an overall weighted average grade of 75% across all subjects attempted.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $18,860 per 120 credit points.
Additional costs
Books and stationery approximately A$2 000
How to apply
Apply directly to the University. Applications for Semester 1 close 31 January. Applications for Semester 2 close 15 July. You can download an application form from our postgraduate website. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
International Business (Master - Honours)Melbourne

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Business international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Graduate Diploma in Business Studies (034371C) Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) $22 160

Graduate Diploma in Business Studies continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This course aims to enable graduates of any discipline to study in the fields of human resource management, management or marketing.

Students are introduced to leading-edge developments and equipped to contribute to organisational development, both at individual and team levels. The problem-focused approach helps students to develop problem-solving and decision-making skills that lead to effective management and marketing of a range of businesses.

Major study areas
Melbourne and Shepparton: human resources management, management.
Bendigo: human resources management, international business, marketing.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written

English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage

5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information

please visit the La Trobe Melbourne

 website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be

accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no

band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative

skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline or an approved international equivalent.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
Business Studies (Graduate Diploma)Shepparton
2013 Master of Business Administration (075421C) Melbourne
18 months Monday 25 February 2013 $30 000 (MBA indicative total tuition fee: $45 000)

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Year
2013
Course description
The La Trobe MBA is the first in Australia to have been awarded the prestigious EPAS Accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development. It is also ranked in the global top 100 MBA programs in the Beyond Grey Pinstripes ranking. The curriculum is designed to deliver modern and responsible business leaders who have the expertise to develop and sustain competitive advantages for their organisations. The program focuses on the UN-backed Principles for Responsible Management Education, general management skills and comprehensive personal and professional skills development.

The program is structured to suit the lifestyle of working professionals, with most classes taught during evenings, weekends or in block mode across weekends. An intensive summer semester allows every student to tailor the MBA to their needs.


The course builds on a long tradition of flexible delivery, with two intakes per year and different delivery modes allowing students to shape their studies to match their interests and goals.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent, with a minimum C grade (60 per cent) average in the final year and three years of relevant postgraduate managerial experience. Applicants with more than eight years of relevant managerial experience but without an undergraduate degree may be considered for professional entry.
Special requirements
Students must submit two referee reports with their application. For instructions and further information, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/postgrad/apply/coursework-programs.
Additional costs
Students must pay all costs related to international study tours, including travel, meals and accommodation. Costs vary depending on location (all accepted students are eligible to apply for travel grants).
Additional information
This course may be offered at a campus in the Melbourne city centre subject to CRICOS approval. Please check the course status before making an application.
Also note this course commences prior to the official Semester 1 (March) start date, on Monday 25 February 2013.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration (075421C/ 030972K) Melbourne
Melbourne (City)
2.5 years February $24 210

Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This course is a comprehensive study package for professionals in health service settings who want to expand their career pathway into senior management roles in the public or private sectors. It also provides an entry into the health sector for managers working in non-healthcare settings.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have a three-year undergraduate Bachelor's degree and have a minimum of two years professional experience in the health system or approved international equivalent. Applicants are also required to submit a one-page statement of reasons for study and be supported by two referees.
Special requirements
Applicants for this course must also complete a Supplementary Application form available from our website.
Additional information
Please note this course may be offered in 2013 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application.
Please also note that this course is also held at the Melbourne city - now known as Franklin Street - campus.

This course is held at both the Melbourne and Franklin Street (Melbourne city) campuses, and it commences earlier than the official Semester 1 (March) start date.

Applications for this course close end of 30 November 2012.
Professional recognition
The MHA is accredited by the Australian College of Health Service Executives and the Royal Australian College of Medical Administrators. The MBA is an internationally recognised professional qualification in business. It is the first MBA in Australia to have been awarded the prestigious EPAS accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration/Health AdministrationMelbourne
Business Administration/Health AdministrationMelbourne (City)
2013 Master of Financial Analysis/Master of International Business (073441D) Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) $23 600

Master of Financial Analysis/Master of International Business continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This program is a combination the specialist knowledge necessary for success in the finance industry with an interdisciplinary overview of issues related to international business that influence and shape the rapidly changing global economy.

The MFA program aims to facilitate entry into a wide range of challenging and rewarding careers in the finance sector, as well as providing a pathway to several widely recognised designations of professional excellence within the investment industry. The MIB aims to provide an education in the essential techniques of international business management, keeping a balance between academic rigour and exposure to a wide range of practical experiences.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A La Trobe University three-year Bachelor's degree or approved equivalent undergraduate or postgraduate degree with a 60 per cent Grade average or more in the final year. Advanced standing for Foundation subjects is available to: students who sit a challenge exam and obtain more than 60 per cent; students who have passed CFA Level 1; students having completed relevant Master's-level subjects, or; students with at least two years of relevant professional experience.
Additional information
These courses are based on a defined body of knowledge of proven relevance to the finance industry. They are designed as a pathway to the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter - the designation of professional excellence within the global investment industry.

Lecturers and practitioners help students to develop the knowledge, skills and analytical thinking suitable for professional accreditation as a CFA charterholder and a career in investment, banking or finance.

The program also offers students the opportunity to achieve RG146 compliance, which allows them to offer financial advice to private individuals in Australia.
Professional recognition
The Master of Financial Analysis is a CFA Program Partner. The CFA charter is the most widely recognised prefessional accreditation in finance in the world. Established in 1962, the CFA charter sets the global standard for investment knowledge, standards and ethics. The CFA charter is obtained by successfully completing examinations at three levels set by the CFA Institute and having four years of work experience in the investment industry.

In addition, the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA) and the Finance and Treasury Association (FTA) offer membership at the level of Senior Associate to accredited Masters' graduates who have three years of experience in the industry.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Financial Analysis/International BusinessMelbourne
2013 Master of International Business (052342C) Melbourne
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) $29 450

Master of International Business continued…

Year
2013
Course description
Issues surrounding international business and how it shapes the rapidly changing global economy are the centre of this course. It provides students with a grounding in the essential techniques of international business management, keeping a balance between academic rigour and exposure to a wide range of practical experiences in the various aspects of international management.

The course is suitable for new graduates and those already in the workforce seeking to move from the domestic business sector into an international business environment.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An undergraduate or graduate degree from an Australian college or university, or a comparable degree from a recognised or accredited institution outside Australia and proficiency in English, with a C Grade average or above in final year.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
International Business (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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