Course code: 3153 + Course abbreviation: MRiskMgt + Course director:
Mr Michael Vincent + Offered on campus by weekend modules and by off-campus
distributed learning from the Caulfield campus + Normally completed in three
semesters of full-time study or six semesters of part-time study
This masters program recognises the fundamental importance of risk management
in today's commercial world and seeks to provide graduates with extended skills
in these areas. This course will prepare students for the increasingly complex
risk management issues that they will face when employed in many areas of
business and in government agencies. The course also provides education in the
area of risk management and related topics appropriate for practitioners
seeking to meet professional education requirements or to update their
knowledge in specific risk management areas. It is also appropriate for people
working in other business, financial planning or investment areas who regularly
deal with risk management issues and those who wish to complete a preliminary
course of risk management studies.
Applicants require a pass degree or a Graduate Diploma in Risk Management with
an average grade of credit or above, or equivalent qualification, and a minimum
of two years experience in an area of work approved by the course director as
relevant to the course of study. Candidates may be eligible for a maximum of
six exemptions for units considered to be equivalent to particular units in the
course of study. Refer to the course director for further details.
This is a fee-paying course. Candidates should consult the Department of
Accounting and Finance as to the 2002 course fee. Course fees are set and
reviewed annually and are therefore subject to change.
The course consists of the following eight units:
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