Graduate Diploma in Management

Course code: 0319 + Course abbreviation: GradDipMgt + Total credit points required: 48 + 2 semesters full-time, 4 semesters part-time

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Caulfield)

Course description

This course has been especially designed to provide business personnel with an in-depth understanding of current management theory and practices, and to develop the skills and abilities required to lead and manage organisations in unpredictable and rapidly changing environments. A major feature of the course is the application of theoretical concepts and models to organisational realities. At one level, the course focuses on the strategic organisational issues of complexity, change, learning and strategy to enable active adaptation in dynamic environments. On another level, it adopts a micro perspective and explores the importance of learning and self-management, specific managerial competencies, leadership and stakeholder relationships. There is particular emphasis on the manager as change facilitator. Students are encouraged to recognise the importance of effective change management and to demonstrate an understanding of various change models and frameworks, their relevant foundations, strengths and weaknesses, and to apply these to real-life situations.

Credit for prior studies

Candidates articulating from an executive certificate or graduate certificate in the Department of Management will be eligible for credit for a maximum of four units (24 points) for study undertaken in the last five years.

Other candidates may be eligible for credit for a maximum of two units (12 points) if previous study is considered to be equivalent to particular units in the course of study. Credit is restricted to study undertaken in the last five years and must be approved by the program manager.

Course structure

(a) Students must complete five core units (30 points):

MGX9600 Managing people and organisations
MGX9720 Managing change
MGX9761 Strategic management
MGX9940 Managerial effectiveness
MGX9970 Organisational and business dynamics

(b) Students must complete three elective units (18 points) from graduate-level units taught by the Department of Management. In place of two electives taught by the Department of Management, students may enrol in units taught outside the department.

It is recommended that students consult with the course director to ensure their elective units form a coherent study program.

Students who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma in Management may apply for admission into the Master of Management and would be eligible for credit for eight units.

Contact details

Program manager

Ms Nell Kimberley

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