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Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Course

NOTE: This course has been updated - please refer to the Postgraduate handbook change register for details.

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Arts

Managing facultyArts
Abbreviated titleGDipCorpEnv&SusMgt
CRICOS code030875M
Total credit points required48
Standard duration of study (years)1 year FT, 2 years PT
Study mode and locationOn-campus (Clayton)
Contact details

postgradges@arts.monash.edu.au

Course coordinator

Dr Wendy Stubbs

Description

This course is designed to meet the growing need for skilled professionals that have competencies in both business and environmental/sustainability and that understand the nexus between the two. Students will gain an understanding of key environment and sustainability management concepts, principles, issues and trends and be able to relate these to business management theory and practice. Students will be able to apply basic corporate environmental and sustainability management principles to real-world contexts, use business tools to achieve environmental and sustainability objectives, and gain an understanding of organisational barriers and change strategies to facilitate environment and sustainability improvement in businesses.

Objectives

Students completing this course will have:

  • an understanding of diverse aspects of the academic discipline
  • an understanding of the world view of the field of study
  • a familiarity with the secondary literature in the field of study
  • a familiarity with many of the key texts and cultural products pertaining to the field of study
  • advanced reading and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • developed sound analytical skills
  • developed the ability to use relevant technology such as databases, information management systems and search engines effectively.

Structure

This course consists of four 6-point core units and 24 points of approved electives.

Requirements

Core units

  • BTX9100 Sustainability regulation
  • ENV4020 Perspectives in environment and sustainability
  • ENV437E Corporate sustainability management
  • ENV441E Sustainability measurement

Elective units

A list of suitable electives can be obtained from the School of Geography and Environmental Science.

Progression to further studies

Students who complete the graduate diploma with a minimum credit average, may apply to enter course 3090 Master in Corporate Environmental and Sustainability Management.

Alternative exit(s)

After successful completion of 24 points, students may apply to exit the program with course 2527 Graduate Certificate in Corporate Environmental and Sustainability Management.

Award(s)

Graduate Diploma in Corporate Environmental and Sustainability Management