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Units indexed by faculty Master of Human Services ManagementCourse code: 3790 + Course abbreviation: MHSM + Total credit points required: 72 + 3 years part-time Study mode and course locationOff-campus (Gippsland – P/T only) Course descriptionThis course is designed to meet the needs of professionals in the social, community and human services sectors who have moved, or who wish to move, from direct practice into a managerial role. The program encompasses a sequence flexible delivery incorporating print and online teaching and learning. The curriculum includes program planning and evaluation, management and leadership, strategic planning, development of quality standards and best practice models, human resource management, problem-solving and organisational culture and environment analysis. The course offers a unique focus on exploring the role, function and responsibilities of the human service organisation in rural, regional and urban environments. The course content is designed to allow students, whether local or in international agencies, to adapt topics and assignments to their own experience and professional context. Minimum pass gradeTo graduate with the Masters, students must gain a credit (60 C) or above in core units and a minimum credit average overall. Course structureStudents complete a total of 72 points, comprising a maximum of 48 points at level 4 and minimum of 24 points at level 5. Students will normally complete one 12-point unit per semester by off-campus learning. All units, except where indicated, are 12 points. Level 4Core units
ElectivesStudents must complete one of the following:
Note that prerequisites are required for some of the above electives. A maximum of 12 points may be taken outside the Faculty of Arts as approved by the course coordinator. Level 5Students must complete a minimum of 24 points at level 5 from the following:
* Students intending to undertake HSM5302 (Human services research practicum) (24 points) will require approval from the course coordinator and will be required to complete HSM4305 at fourth level and achieve a distinction grade. Exit pointsStudents may be offered an exit award of a Faculty Certificate in Human Services Management after completion of 24 points, or a Graduate Diploma in Human Services Management after successful completion of 48 points. Course coordinatorKaren Crinall Previous page | Next page | Section contents | Title and contents |