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Course Brief

Graduate Certificate in Management (AQF 8)

1. DurationMinimum 8 months

Maximum 16 months

2. Indicative student workload / volume of learning40 credit points

Aligned with the volume of learning requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework one AIB 10 credit point subject nominally involves 150 hours of study. Study-related activities may include independent study, interaction with staff and peers, reflection, application in the workplace, assignment work and other.

3. Delivery modesOnline Yes

Blended (online supplemented with face-to-face classes) No

Face-to-face No

4. Admission requirementsAcademic qualifications and/or work experience

Applicants should normally meet one of the following criteria:

• a Bachelor’s Degree (AQF Level 7) and at least two years relevant work experience, or

• a Level 6 qualification or learning equivalent to a Level 6 qualification and at least 3years relevant work experience; or

• Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550 and atleast three years relevant work experience; or

• a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience of which at least 3 years managementexperience or significant technical experience which is deemed acceptable by theAcademic Dean (or nominee).

Applicants should be aware that assessments are work-oriented

English language

See Appendix A – English Language Requirements.

Other conditions

Applicants are required to complete the study readiness survey as part of their application process.

5. Course rationaleThis course is designed to provide graduates with specialised knowledge and skills in business management. The course aims to develop graduates who will be able to apply their knowledge and skills in contexts requiring planning and evaluation of the work of others; high level, independent judgment; and responsibility and accountability for personal outputs and the work of others assigned to them as a manager. Graduates could utilize their specialised knowledge and skills in management related roles in the private, public or not-for-profit sectors or within their own business.

6. Learning outcomesOn completion of this course students should be able to:

1 Demonstrate understanding of contemporary business theory and practice.


2 Apply leadership and team membership skills needed for designing and coordinating business change and innovation.

3 Demonstrate ability to apply innovative approaches, techniques and ethical perspectives to the solution of business problems

4 Evaluate key management concepts and organisational issues and make evidence-based decisions.

5 Present or transfer knowledge, skills and ideas to others clearly, persuasively and credibly.

6 Evaluate methodologies and existing research to enable the planning and execution of scholarly work.

7. Course rulesGeneral The Graduate Certificate in Management comprises 4 subjects (equivalent to 40 credit

points) normally all at AQF Level 8; alternatively, equivalent subjects at AQF Level 8 (or higher) may be substituted with the approval of the Academic Dean.

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate in Management a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of 40 credit points with at least 30 points at AQF Level 8 and at most 10 points at AQF Level 9.

Other protocols 8001LEAD Leadership should be undertaken as the first subject in the course. 8002MMGT Marketing Management should be undertaken as the second subject in the course. Students that enter the GCM through the management experience pathway will be required to complete the AIB orientation.

8. Course structure

Course Content Subject Code AQF Level

Credit Points

Subjects 1. Leadership (first subject)2. Marketing Management (second subject)3. Strategic Human Resource Management4. Financial Management5. Corporate Governance6. Operations Management7. Strategic Management8. Project Management

8001LEAD 8002MMGT 8003SHRM 8006FMGT 8005CGOV 8004OMGT 9001SMGT 9011PMGT

Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

9. Pre-requisites or Assumed KnowledgeThe AQF Level 8 core subjects must normally be undertaken before starting AQF Level 9 subjects.

AQF Level

Subject Code

Title Pre-requisite (to be completed before attempting the subject)

9 9001SMGT Strategic Management At least 3 AQF Level 8 core subjects

9 9011PMGT Project Management At least 3 AQF Level 8 core subjects which must include Operations Management (8004OMGT)

10. Assessment approachA diversity of assessment is used to assess achievement of learning outcomes. Each subject uses a mix of assessment items appropriate to subject learning outcomes. Assessment items may include quizzes, forum tasks, reflection, essays, reports etc. All subjects require a final capstone assessment worth a minimum of 50% of the final grade.

In all assessment AIB emphasises the application of knowledge and skills. Assignments focus on a work-based issue or enable the student to use a workplace as the focus of the assignment.

11. Exit points, articulation arrangements and pathwaysExit points None.


Articulation arrangements

None.

Pathways The Graduate Certificate in Management provides a pathway to the Graduate Diploma in Management and the Master of Business Administration.

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Course Brief

Master of Business Administration (AQF 9)

Also including MBA (Entrepreneurial Management) MBA (Finance) MBA (Human Resource Management) MBA (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) MBA (Marketing Management)

1. DurationMinimum 18 months (students eligible to study concurrent subjects may complete the MBA in 18 months)

Maximum 48 months


Aligned with the volume of learning requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework one AIB 10 credit point subject nominally involves 150 hours of study. Study-related activities may include independent study, interaction with staff and peers, reflection, application in the workplace, assignment work and other.

3. Delivery modesOnline Yes

Blended (online supplemented with face-to-face classes) No

Face-to-face No

4. Admission requirementsAcademic qualifications Applicants should normally meet one of the following criteria:

• a Bachelor’s Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in business and commerce orrelated discipline area, or

• AQF Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline.

Work experience At least three years relevant work experience. Assessments are work-oriented.

English language See Appendix A – English Language Requirements

Other conditions Applicants are required to complete the study readiness survey as part of their application process.

5. Course rationaleThis course is designed to provide graduates with advanced, integrated knowledge and skills in business administration as well as the knowledge and skills to undertake effective business projects. The course aims to develop graduates who will be able to apply their contemporary knowledge and specialized skills in contexts requiring them to use creativity and initiative in new situations, with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability.


Graduates could utilize their advanced knowledge and specialized skills in middle to higher management roles in the private, public or not-for-profit sectors or within their own businesses.


1 Demonstrate advanced understanding of contemporary business theory and practice.

2 Apply leadership and team membership skills needed for designing, implementing and coordinating business change and innovation.

3 Demonstrate ability to apply innovative approaches, techniques and ethical perspectives to the solution of business problems

4 Evaluate complex management concepts and organisational issues and make evidence-based decisions.

5 Present or transfer knowledge, skills and ideas to others clearly, persuasively and credibly.

6 Evaluate methodologies and synthesise existing research to enable the creative planning and execution of applied scholarship.

7. Course rulesGeneral 12 subjects to be completed in the duration as outlined in section1. The course comprises:

• 9 compulsory core subjects (including three at AQF level 9)

• 3 elective subjects (at AQF Level 9)

To qualify for the award of the degree of Master of Business Administration a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of 120 credit points including satisfactory completion of the core subjects (90 credit points). To qualify for the award of a Master of Business Administration specialised degree, a candidate shall accrue 30 credit points (for 3 elective subjects) in a relevant specialisation.

Other protocols 8001LEAD Leadership should be undertaken as the first subject in the course. 8002MMGT Marketing Management should be undertaken as the second subject in the course. 9050PROJ Project is the capstone subject and should be undertaken at the end of the course.

8. Course structure


Credit Points

Core Subjects Leadership (first subject) Marketing Management (second subject) Strategic Human Resource Management Operations Management Corporate Governance Financial Management Strategic Management Project Management Project (capstone subject)

8001LEAD 8002MMGT 8003SHRM 8004OMGT 8005CGOV 8006FMGT 9001SMGT 9011PMGT 9050PROJ

Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Electives Entrepreneurship New Venture Creation International Business Corporate Finance Financial Markets and Institutions Investment Management Integrated Logistics Management Strategic Supply Chain Management Digital Marketing

9002ENT 9003NVC 9004IB 9006CFIN 9007FMI 9008INMT 9009ILOG 9012SSUP 9013DM

Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10



Credit Points

New Product Design Organisational Learning and Development Managing People in a Global Context Managing Change Consumer Behaviour Cyber Security for Managers* Artificial Intelligence For Business* Business Consulting

*available in 2020

9014NPD 9015OLAD 9018MPGC 9019MC 9023CB 9024CSM 9025AIFB 9026BC

Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Specialisations Human Resource Management 1. Managing People in a Global Context2. Organisational Learning and Development3. Managing Change

9018MPGC 9015OLAD 9019MC

Level 9 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10

Logistic and Supply Chain Management 1. Strategic Supply Chain Management2. International Business3. Integrated Logistics Management

9012SSUP 9004IB 9009ILOG


10 10 10

Marketing Management 1. Consumer Behaviour2. New Product Design3. Digital Marketing

9023CB 9014NPD 9013DM


10 10 10

Entrepreneurial Management 1. Entrepreneurship2. Business Consulting3. New Venture Creation

9002ENT 9026BC 9003NVC


10 10 10

Finance 1. Financial Markets and Institutions2. Corporate Finance3. Investment Management

9007FMI 9006CFIN 9008INMT


10 10 10

9. Pre-requisites or Assumed KnowledgeThe AQF Level 8 core subjects must normally be undertaken before starting AQF Level 9 subjects.

AQF Level

Subject Code Title Pre-requisite (to be completed before attempting the subject)

9 9001SMGT Strategic Management At least 3 AQF Level 8 core subjects

9 9007FMI Financial Management and Institutions

Financial Management (8006FMGT)

9 9006CFIN Corporate Finance Financial Management (8006FMGT)

9 9008INMT Investment Management Financial Management (8006FMGT)


9 9050PROJ Project All AQF Level 8 subjects and at least 4 AQF Level 9 electives (10 subjects in total)

9 9009ILOG Integrated Logistics Management Operations Management (8004OMGT)

9 9011PMGT Project Management At least 3 AQF Level 8 core subjects which must include Operations Management (8004OMGT)

9 9012SSUP Strategic Supply Chain Management Operations Management (8004OMGT)

9 9013DM Digital Marketing Marketing Management (8002MMGT)

9 9016PCM Performance and Compensation Management (teach-out only)

Strategic Human Resource Management (8003SHRM)

9 9017IBF International Business Finance (teach-out only)

Financial Management (8006FMGT)

9 9018MPGC Managing People in a Global Context Strategic Human Resource Management (8003SHRM)

9 9019MC Managing Change Strategic Human Resource Management (8003SHRM)

9 9020BBM Business to Business Marketing (teach-out only)

Marketing Management (8002MMGT)

9 9023CB Consumer Behaviour Marketing Management (8002MMGT)

10. Assessment approachA diversity of assessment is used to assess achievement of learning outcomes. Each subject uses a mix of assessment items appropriate to subject learning outcomes. Assessment items can include a mix of quizzes, forum tasks, reflection, essays, reports etc. All subjects apart from the Project require a final capstone assessment worth a minimum of 50% of the final grade. In all assessment AIB emphasises the application of knowledge and skills. Assignments focus on work-based issues or enable the student to use a workplace as the focus of the assignment.

11. Exit points, articulation arrangements and pathwaysExit points Students who successfully complete four subjects (normally all at AQF Level 8 and a maximum

of one subject at AQF level 9) from the MBA can exit with the Graduate Certificate in Management.

Students who successfully complete eight MBA subjects (four of which must meet the requirements of a Graduate Certificate in Management) can exit with a Graduate Diploma in Management.


None.

Pathways Applicants with a Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8) or four AQF Level 8 subjects in business and commerce or related discipline area will be granted advanced standing of up to 40 credit points in the MBA.

Applicants with a Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8) or 8 subjects (with minimum of 3 subjects at AQF Level 8) in business and commerce or related discipline will be granted advanced standing of up to 80 credit points in the MBA.

The Master of Business Administration can provide a pathway to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) for graduates with a GPA of 5.5 or above.

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Course Brief

Master of Management (AQF 9)

1. Duration1.5 years (full time)

Minimum 1.5 years (full time)

Maximum 3 years (part time)


Aligned with the volume of learning requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework one AIB 10 credit point subject nominally involves 150 hours of study. Study-related activities for research higher degree awards may include directed learning such as workshops, webinars, independent study, interaction with staff and peers, reflection, regular engagement with research supervisor(s), individual study, research activities including in the workplace, assignment work and other.

3. Delivery modesOnline No

Blended (online supplemented with a compulsory face-to-face workshop)

Yes

Face-to-face No


• Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in business and commerce orrelated discipline area; or

• AQF Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline; or

• Graduate Certificate in Management (Research)

Work experience Applicants must have access to a workplace for their assignments and research.

English language See Appendix A – English Language Requirements.

5. Course rationaleThis course is designed to provide graduates with advanced and integrated understanding and specialised skills in business administration and management, as well as the knowledge and skill to undertake effective research within the field of management. The course aims to develop graduates who will be able to apply their contemporary knowledge and specialized skills in contexts requiring them to be creative and use initiative in new situations, with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability.

Graduates could utilize their advanced knowledge and specialized skills in middle to higher level management positions in the private, public or not-for profit sectors or as consultants or managers in their own business.



Knowledge 1 Demonstrate advanced understanding of contemporary theory, literature and research methods in management and practice in organisations.

Skills 2 Evaluate new or complex management issues in a professional workplace setting with creativity, initiative, personal autonomy and ethical accountability.

3 Generate and communicate ideas and evaluate complex concepts relating to the management research project

Application 4 Develop a proposal and obtain ethics approval for a systematic investigation in a management related context in a professional workplace setting.

5 Design and conduct a substantial research project in a business or professional workplace setting.

7. Course rulesGeneral To qualify for the award of the degree of Master of Management a candidate shall accrue

120 credit points (with a minimum of 80 credit points at AQF Level 9) consisting of:

• EITHER: 40 credit points of coursework subjects plus 80 credit points of researchsubjects (including 9905RMB Research Design and Methods, 9907PPROP Project Proposaland 60 credit point 9908RPROJ Research Project);

• OR: 60 credit points of coursework subjects (with a maximum of 40 credit pointsat AQF Level 8) plus 60 credit points of research (including 9905RMB Research Design andMethods, 9907PPROP Project Proposal and 40 credit point 9909RPROJ_40 ResearchProject).

Other protocols The coursework electives (particularly where the candidate has chosen to complete an additional 20 credit points of coursework for the ‘60 credit point coursework’ option) must be aligned with subject area of the Research Project. The word length of the Research Project will be

• for the 40 credit point version: 15,000 to 20,000 in length (excluding referencesand appendices)

• for the 60 credit point version: 20,000 to 30,000 words in length (excludingreferences and appendices).

Candidates must prepare a research proposal as part of their Research Proposal subject and are required to submit an oral presentation on their proposal to the Research Assessment Panel (in person or by video). Candidates are also required to give an oral presentation (in person or by video) of their Research-in-Progress at least once a year for the duration of their candidature.

Candidates are required to conduct the research project ethically and responsibly according to AIB research policies and procedures and under the guidance of one or more AIB-appointed supervisors.


8. Course structure


Credit Points

Coursework (40 or 60 credit points)

Maximum of 4 subjects at AQF Level 8 from the following electives: 1. Leadership2. Marketing Management3. Strategic Human Resource Management4. Project Management5. Operations Management6. Corporate Governance7. Financial Management8. Strategic Management9. Literature Review and Critique10. Action Research Action Learning11. Case Study Research12. Mixed Methods Research

8001LEAD 8002MMGT 8003SHRM 9011PMGT 8004OMGT 8005CGOV 8006FMGT 9001SMGT 9911LRC 9912ARAL 9001CSR 9913MMR

Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 9 Level 8 Level 8 Level 8 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9 Level 9

10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Research (60 or 80 credit points)

Compulsory 1. Research Design and Methods2. Project Proposal3. Research Project

9905RMB 9907PPROP 9909RPROJ_40; 9908RPROJ_60


10 10

40 or 60

Proportion of research 60 out of 120 credit points = 50% OR 80 of 120 credit points = 67%

Nature of research Complete Research Design and Methods subject, conduct research, write a Research Project report

9. Pre-requisites or Assumed KnowledgeThe coursework component must normally be completed before starting the research component.

AQF Level


9 9001SMGT Strategic Management Minimum 3 AQF Level 8 subjects

9 9908RPROJ_60; 9909RPROJ_40

Research Project Research Design and Methods (9905RMB) & Project Proposal (9907PPROP)

10. Assessment approachA diversity of assessment is used to assess achievement of learning outcomes. Each subject uses a mix of assessment items appropriate to subject learning outcomes. Assessment items in coursework subjects include quizzes, forum tasks, presentations, groupwork, reflection, and written assignments. In the research component, all assessment is customised to the candidate’s research and designed to help the candidate progress with their research project. Specifically, the assessment items are a workshop presentation, Draft Research Proposal, a Research Proposal and Ethics Application and the final research project. The final project is examined externally as per the requirements set out in the AIB research policy and procedures.

In all assessment AIB emphasises the application of knowledge and skills.


11. Exit points, articulation arrangements and pathwaysExit points Candidates who successfully complete 40 credit points of coursework subjects can exit with a

Graduate Certificate in Management if two of the four subjects include Leadership and Marketing Management.

Candidates can also exist with Graduate Certificate in Management (Research) if the following four subjects have been completed:

9911LRC Literature Review Critique 9912ALAR Action Learning Action Research 9001CSR Case Study Research 913MMR Mixed Methods Research.

Candidates who complete a thesis that is not approved by the supervisor or that is failed by examiners may, if meeting requirements set out in AIB research policies and procedures, be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Management (Research).


None.

Pathways The Master of Management provides a pathway to the Doctor of Business Administration and the PhD. There are two direct pathways and a conversion pathway:

Successful completion of the Master of Management at credit level or above provides a pathway to the DBA.

Successful completion of the Master of Management at credit level or above provides a pathway to the PhD.

MMGT students who complete the following are eligible to convert to the DBA and PhD if the following conditions have been met: Completed the following two AQF Level 9 subjects to a credit level or above: 9905RMB Research Design and Methods 9907PPROP Project Proposal and Completed two of the four AQF level subjects to credit level or above listed below:

9911LRC Literature Review Critique 9912ALAR Action Learning Action Research 9001CSR Case Study Research 9913MMR Mixed Methods Research

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Course Brief

Doctor of Business Administration (AQF 10)

1. Duration3 years (full time)

Minimum 3 years (full time)


2. Indicative student workload/volume of learning240 credit points

Aligned with the volume of learning requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework one AIB 10 credit point subject nominally involves 150 hours of study. Study-related activities for research higher degree awards may include directed learning such as workshops, webinars, independent study, interaction with staff and peers, reflection, regular engagement with research supervisor(s), individual study, research activities including in the workplace, assignment work and other.


Blended (online supplemented with a compulsory face-to-face workshop) Yes

Face-to-face No


• a Masters’ Degree (AQF Level 9) at Credit or higher level Grade PointAverage with an appropriate research component (for example, researchmethods subject or research project); or

• a Bachelor’s degree with Honours (AQF Level 8) with minimum secondupper honours or equivalent.

There is also a conversion pathway from the Master of Management. MMGT students who complete the following are eligible to convert to the DBA if the following conditions have been met:

• Completed the following two AQF Level 9 subjects to a credit level orabove:o 9905RMB Research Design and Methodso 9907PPROP Project Proposal;

And

• Completed two of the four AQF level subjects to credit level or abovelisted below:o 9911LRC Literature Review Critiqueo 9912ALAR Action Learning Action Researcho 9001CSR Case Study Researcho 9913MMR Mixed Methods Research.

Work experience Management or professional experience of 3-5 years.


All applicants must have access to a workplace for their assignments and research.


5. Course rationaleThe Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is designed to provide graduates with a systematic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex area of management and specialised research skills for the advancement of learning in the context of professional practice to meet the needs of organisations, industry and the economy. The course aims to develop graduates who will be able to apply their original contribution and their specialised cognitive, technical and research skills in contexts requiring them to demonstrate autonomy, authoritative judgment, adaptability and responsibility as an expert and leading practitioner.

Graduates of the DBA could utilise their systematic and critical understanding of management practice and specialised research skills in leadership roles in the private, public, higher education or not-for-profit sectors or as consultants and/or executive managers in their own business.


Knowledge 1 Demonstrate substantial knowledge of the literature and theory in one or more business-related disciplines including knowledge about application to professional practice and applied research methodologies.

2 Investigate and critically evaluate the literature in one or more business-related disciplines to formulate original research questions that address the needs of the workplace, organisation or industry setting.

3 Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, initiative, and creativity in investigating and reporting on research and generating new knowledge in a workplace, organisational or industry setting.

4 Communicate research through a substantial thesis which is externally examined to international standards

Application 5 Develop a proposal and obtain ethics approval for a systematic investigation in a business-related context in a professional workplace, organisational or industry setting, generating a significant contribution to knowledge in the context of professional practice.

6 Independently conduct research leading to conclusions constituting a significant and original contribution to knowledge and professional practice.

7. Course rulesGeneral A coursework component of 40 credit points and a research component of 200 credit

points – consisting of 9904RMA Research Design and Methods, 9906PPROP Research Proposal and 1002TDBA_A, 1002TDBA_B, 1002TDBA_C, 1002TDBA_D Research Thesis (DBA) are compulsory.

To qualify for the award of the degree of Doctor of Business Administration a candidate shall accrue 240 credit points including satisfactory completion of specified coursework subjects, 9904RMA Research Design and Methods and 9906RPROP Research Proposal subjects and satisfactory examination of 1002TDBA_A, 1002TDBA_B, 1002TDBA_C, 1002TDBA_D Research Thesis (DBA).

Other protocols The 40 credit point coursework component, consisting of specified coursework subjects, may be customised to the individual candidate(s) where appropriate and with approval of the Director of Research and Research Higher Degrees (or delegate).

The Research Thesis will be an accurate account of the research conducted, will conform to the rules for the presentation of theses and will be assessed according to the rules for the examination of doctoral theses.


The Research Thesis will be 50,000 to 80,000 words in length (excluding references and appendices).

The DBA Research Thesis will present an original contribution to knowledge in a business, commerce or management-related field – particularly in relation to professional or management practice.


Candidates are required to conduct the research ethically and responsibly according to AIB research policies and procedures, to carry out research under the guidance of one or more AIB-appointed supervisors and to make satisfactory progress with their research as assessed on a regular basis by the Principal Supervisor and according to AIB research policies and procedures.

8. Course structure


Credit Points

Coursework Literature Review and Critique 9911LRC 9 10

Case Study Research 9901CSR 9 10

Action Research Action Learning 9912ARAL 9 10

Mixed Methods Research 9913MMR 9 10

Research Research Design and Methods 9904RMA 9 20

Research Proposal 9906RPROP 9 20

Research Thesis (DBA) 1002TDBA_A, 1002TDBA_B, 1002TDBA_C, 1002TDBA_D

10 160

Proportion of research 180 of 240 credit points = 75%

Nature of research Complete Research Design and Methods subject, conduct research, write a substantial Research Thesis.

9. Pre-requisites or Assumed KnowledgeThe coursework subjects must normally be undertaken before 9904RMA/801RMA Research Designand Methods and 9906RPROP/809RP Research Proposal subjects.


AQF Level


9 9913MMR Mixed Methods Research Case Study Research (9901CSR)

9 9906RPROP Research Proposal Research Design and Methods (9904RMA)

10 1002TDBA_A, 1002TDBA_B, 1002TDBA_C, 1002TDBA_D

Research Thesis (DBA) Research Design and Methods (9904RMA), Research Proposal (9906RPROP) to be completed or be enrolled in concurrently.

10. Assessment approachAssessment is all individual. In all assessment AIB emphasises the application of knowledge and skills. Assignments focus on a work-based issue or enable the candidate to use a workplace as the focus of the assignment.

In the coursework component assessment consists of written reports and may include oral presentations.

In the research component, all assessment is customised to the candidate’s research and designed to help the candidate progress with their research project. Specifically, the assessment items are a workshop presentation, Draft Research Proposal, a Research Proposal and Ethics Application and the final research thesis. The final thesis is examined externally as per the requirements set out in the AIB research policy and procedures.

11. Exit points, articulation arrangements and pathwaysExit points Candidates who successfully complete the 40 credit points of coursework subjects can exit

with the Graduate Certificate in Management (Research).

Candidates who successfully complete the Research Design and Methods and Research Proposal (40 credit points) subjects may, if meeting requirements set out in AIB research policies and procedures, exit with a Graduate Certificate in Management (Research).

Candidates who complete a thesis that is not approved by the supervisor or is failed by examiners may, if meeting requirements set out in AIB research policies and procedures, be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Management (Research).


None.

Pathways None.

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Course Brief

Doctor of Philosophy (AQF 10)

1. Duration3 years (full time)

Minimum 3 years (full time)


2. Indicative student workload/volume of learning240 credit points

Aligned with the volume of learning requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework one AIB 10 credit point subject nominally involves 150 hours of study. Study-related activities for research higher degree awards may include directed learning such as workshops, webinars, independent study, interaction with staff and peers, reflection, regular engagement with research supervisor(s), individual study, research activities including in the workplace, and other. Individual student workload may vary.


Blended (online supplemented with a compulsory face-to-face workshop) Yes

Face-to-face No

4. Admission requirementsAcademic qualifications For admission to the programme, applicants should normally have:

• a Master’s degree (AQF Level 9) in business and commerce or relateddiscipline area at Credit or higher level Grade Point Average with anappropriate research component (minimum 40 credit points); or

• a Bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 8) in business and commerce or relateddiscipline area with minimum second class honours or equivalent.

There is also a conversion pathway from the Master of Management. MMGT students who complete the following are eligible to convert to the DBA and PhD if the following conditions have been met: Completed the following two AQF Level 9 subjects to a credit level or above: 9905RMB Research Design and Methods 9907PPROP Project Proposal; and Completed two of the four AQF level subjects to credit level or above listed below: 9911LRC Literature Review Critique 9912ALAR Action Learning Action Research 9001CSR Case Study Research 9913MMR Mixed Methods Research.

Work experience All applicants must have access to a workplace for their research.



5. Course rationaleThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is designed to provide graduates with a systematic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex area of management and specialised research skills to equip them to make a significant and original contribution to knowledge. The course aims to develop graduates who will be able to apply their original contribution and their specialised cognitive, technical and research skills in contexts requiring them to demonstrate autonomy, authoritative judgment, adaptability and responsibility as an expert and scholar.

Graduates could utilise their systematic and critical understanding of management and specialised research skills in leadership roles or in highly skilled research roles in the private, or public sector. Graduates could particularly utilise their knowledge and skills in higher education or research institutions.


Knowledge 1 Demonstrate substantial knowledge of the literature, theory and research principles and methods in one or more business-related disciplines.

Skills 2 Investigate and critically evaluate the extant literature in one or more management-related disciplines to identify original research questions.

3 Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, initative and creativity in investigating and reporting on research and generating new knowledge in a discipline (or cross-disciplinary field).

4 Communicate research through a substantial thesis which is externally examined to international standards

Application 5 Develop a proposal for a substantial and systematic investigation in a business-related context and obtain ethics approval for its implementation.

6 Independently conduct research leading to conclusions constituting a significant and original contribution to knowledge in a discipline (or cross-disciplinary field).

7. Course rulesGeneral All subjects in the course are compulsory.

To qualify for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy a candidate shall accrue 240 credit points comprising satisfactory completion of 9904RMA Research Design and Methods and 9906RPROP Research Proposal subjects and satisfactory examination of 1001TPHD_A, 1001TPHD_B, 1001TPHD_C, 1001TPHD_D, 1001TPHD_E Research Thesis (PhD).

Other protocols The Research Thesis will be an accurate account of the research conducted, will conform to the rules for the presentation of theses and will be assessed according to the rules for the examination of doctoral theses.

The Research Thesis will be 70,000 to 100,000 words in length (excluding references and appendices).

The PhD Research Thesis will present an original contribution to knowledge in a business, commerce or management-related field.


Candidates are required to conduct the research ethically and responsibly according to AIB research policies and procedures, to carry out research under the guidance of a minimum of two AIB-appointed supervisors and to make satisfactory progress with their research as assessed on a regular basis by the Principal Supervisor and according to AIB research policies and procedures.


8. Course structure

Course Content Subject Code AQF Level Credit Points

Research Design and Methods 9904RMA 9 20

Research Proposal 9906RPROP 9 20

Research Thesis (PhD) 1001TPHD_A,1001TPHD_B, 1001TPHD_C,1001TPHD_D, 1001TPHD_E

10 200

Proportion of research 240 of 240 credit points = 100%

Nature of research Complete Research Design and Methods subject, conduct research, write a substantial Research Thesis.

9. Pre-requisites or Assumed Knowledge

AQF Level Subject Code Title Pre-requisite (to be completed before attempting the subject)

9 9906RPROP Research Proposal Research Design and Methods (9904RMA)

10 1001TPHD_A, 1001TPHD_B, 1001TPHD_C, 1001TPHD_D, 1001TPHD_E

Research Thesis (PhD) Research Design and Methods (9904RMA) and Research Proposal (9906RPROP) to be completed or enrolled in concurrently.

10. Assessment approachAssessment is all individual. In the research component all assessment is customised to the candidate’s research and designed to help the candidate progress with their research project. Specifically, the assessment items are a workshop presentation, Draft Research Proposal, a Research Proposal and Ethics Application and the final research thesis. The final thesis is examined externally as per the requirements set out in the AIB research policy and procedures.

11. Exit points, articulation arrangements and pathwaysExit points Candidates who successfully complete the Research Design and Methods and Research

Proposal subjects can exit with the Graduate Certificate in Management (Research).

Candidates who complete a thesis that is not approved by the supervisor or is failed by examiners may, if meeting requirements set out in AIB research policies and procedures, be awarded the Graduate Certificate of Management (Research).


None.

Pathways None.

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Appendix A – English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the English language requirements in one of the following categories:

Category 1 Applicants whose first language is not English need to demonstrate proficiency in English with a score* as outlined in the table below.

Undergraduate

(DipMgt, BBA)

Postgraduate

(GradCert, MBA, MMgt)

Postgraduate Research

(DBA, PhD)

Academic IELTS 6.0 or better (with no individual band lower than 5.5)

6.5 or better (with no individual band lower than 6.0)

7.0 or better (with no individual band lower than 6.0)

TOEFL 550 or better 575 or better 600 or better

TOEFL IBT 80 or better 91 or better 94 or better

TOEFL CBT 213 or better 235 or better 250 or better

PTE 50 or better 58 or better 65 or better

Cambridge English CAE

and CPE (from 2015)

169 or better 176 or better 185 or better

CTC General Certificate

of Education (GCE)

A levels with D or better in English

A levels with C or better in English

A levels with A in English

*English Language Test results are valid for two years up to the date of commencement at AIB.

Category 2 – for Undergraduate and Postgraduate coursework Evidence of successful completion of secondary education in English Applicants who have successfully completed secondary education (equivalent to Australian Senior Certificate of Education) that was taught and assessed in English in one of the countries listed below where English is the first language:

Australia Canada (except Quebec) England New Zealand Northern Ireland

Republic of Ireland Scotland South Africa United States of America Wales

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Category 3 – for Undergraduate and Postgraduate coursework and Research Evidence of successful completion of tertiary education in English Applicants who have successfully completed tertiary education (equivalent to AQF Level 5 or above for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and equivalent AQF Level 8 or above for postgraduate research) that was taught and assessed in English in one of the countries listed below where the medium of instruction was in English**:

Antigua and Barbuda Botswana Kiribati Singapore

Australia Cameroon Liberia Solomon Islands

New Zealand Cook Islands Malawi St Kitts and Nevis

United States of America Dominica Maldives St Lucia

Great Britain Falkland Islands Mauritius Tanzania

Canada Fiji Namibia Trinidad & Tobago

South Africa Gambia Nauru Uganda

Republic of Ireland Ghana Nigeria Vanuatu

American Samoa Gibraltar Papua New Guinea Zambia

Bahamas Grenada Philippines Zimbabwe

Barbados Guyana Samoa

Belize Jamaica Seychelles

Bermuda Kenya Sierra Leone

**Medium of Instruction in English is assessed against the Country Education Profiles on Australian Education International (AEI) or the National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC UK). English Instruction will only be accepted if AEI or NARIC UK states that English is the language of instruction relevant to the country, education level or Institution.

Category 4 – for Undergraduate and Postgraduate coursework English Proficiency Assessment with evidence of work experience in an English-speaking environment Completion of Online English Proficiency assessment, with a required result of C1 or above as determined by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

AND

Documentary evidence of at least 2 years full-time-work experience in an English-speaking professional work environment in Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA, Republic of Ireland, South Africa or Canada within 2 years of admission into the AIB program OR at least 2 years full time professional employment in an English speaking multi-national company, within 2 years of admission into the AIB program*** ***Applicants will be required to provide a letter from employer stating their position title, duties undertaken, employment duration, level of spoken and written English. Relevant supporting documents from employers may also be requested by AIB.

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