Course code: 0517 + Course abbreviation: BBus(RetMgt) + Course coordinator: Mr Michael Morrison + Caulfield on-campus and off- campus + The following describes the course structure introduced in 2000 + Continuing students enrolled in the old structure should refer to the 2000 university handbook
The Bachelor of Business (Retail Management) is a three-year course available by flexible learning.
The overall aim of the course is to raise the level of management skill and
competence in all aspects of retail management.
The content, structure and presentation of the course are designed to equip
students with the skills to manage a retail business in an increasingly complex
and challenging environment.
The degree is offered at the Caulfield campus.
Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in English (any) and mathematics (any).
Applicants may also satisfy entry requirements on the basis of qualifications deemed to be the equivalent of the above VCE, eg TAFE qualifications (the first year of a TAFE associate diploma or a TAFE qualification that satisfies the first year of a TAFE associate diploma) or comparable Year 12 qualifications, including International Baccalaureate, or approved tertiary-level study completed in Victoria, other states of Australia or overseas.
Students who have not successfully completed VCE or equivalent may satisfy entry requirements by completing at least two Monash non-award single units or open learning (OLA) units. This course is open to mature- age applicants (23 years plus) who have passed the VCE or equivalent, including English, and have relevant retail work experience. Those seeking special admission should contact the course administrator at the address listed under the heading `Application procedures'.
Applicants who have undertaken studies at tertiary level may apply for credit in equivalent units in the course. When applying, prospective candidates must provide full documentary evidence of prior tertiary studies, including a copy of academic records and unit synopses from the handbooks of the years in which the units were passed, to enable credits to be processed.
The Bachelor of Business (Retail Management) is recognised by the Australian Retailers' Association.
The course is coordinated from the Caulfield campus of Monash University. The course is delivered in a flexible learning mode, enabling students to enrol in a mix of on-campus and off-campus units, either full- time or part-time. The course may be taken entirely off-campus with all course materials and course administration completed by mail.
Opportunities for communication between students and unit coordinators are
organised on a unit basis and candidates are given advance notice of such
arrangements. Local study groups are encouraged.
For students enrolled in off-campus units, materials are mailed each semester
and include introductory information about each unit, all assignment
requirements (content, due dates, marks allocation) and examination
information.
Arrangements will be made for candidates to sit their examinations in their own
state and as close as possible to their residence.
The following six units are compulsory:
In addition to the two compulsory units below, students must select four from the remaining eight units:
The following six units are compulsory for students in the Bachelor of Business (Retail Management):
In addition to the above 18 units in the 144-point program, students must choose six electives from any discipline within any faculty, subject to approval from other faculties.
The new course structure introduces greater flexibility and the following additional regulations must be observed:
Contact the Student Administration Office, Faculty of Business and Economics, Monash University, Caulfield campus, PO Box 197, Caulfield East, Victoria 3145, for details. Telephone (03) 9903 1600, fax (03) 9903 2955, email enquiries.caulfield@buseco.monash.edu.au, or visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/Depts/Mkt/.
School leavers (VCE) and applicants with comparable Victorian, interstate or overseas Year 12 or tertiary qualifications should apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Application forms are available from VTAC, telephone (03) 9690 7977.
International students may obtain an application form from the director, Monash International Pty Ltd, 871 Dandenong Road, Caulfield East, Victoria 3145, Australia. Telephone + (61 3) 9903 2311, fax + (61 3) 9903 2430.
International students studying VCE in Australia should apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre, telephone (03) 9690 7977.
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