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Master of Commerce (Performance Management) by coursework M.Com (PM)
2010

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1.5 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

The Master of Commerce (Performance Management) is designed to encompass the management and evaluation of performance at the organisational, strategic business unit and individual level, and is suitable for graduates from management and nonmanagement disciplines. It aims to equip students with a sound knowledge of managing organisational performance in its multiple dimensions.

The study of performance management is approached from an interdisciplinary base that integrates the planning, control and evaluation systems of an organisation. Candidates who have previously graduated from a recognised degree with significant management concentration may be able to complete the Master of Commerce (Performance Management) in one year.

Program Structure

Students complete core courses which include four foundation courses and six management courses. The remaining two courses will be chosen from a number of electives, depending on the student's main specialisation.

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Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code 3CM011
Annual tuition fees ?
Australian Full-fee place: $18,250
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
Completed Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit average (those with a pass to credit average may also be considered); or, completed Graduate Certificate in Commerce from the University of Adelaide.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3CM011

International applicants

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IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Bachelor's degree
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

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Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Four Foundation Courses (12 units)

International Students: Unless exempt, all International students are required to take Business Communications in lieu of one elective.

Two Management Courses (6units)
Four Management Courses (12 units) chosen from:

 

Two Additional Electives (6 units)

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Career Opportunities

  Suitable for professionals to seek specialist employment in management consultancy and human resource management positions in areas such as recruitment, organisational change, training and developement.

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Graduate Attributes

School of Commerce Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes

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Professional Accreditation

Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) and the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI). The Master of Commerce (Performance Management) also meets the AIM (SA) qualification of Certified Professional Manager (CPMgr). Information on assessment and fees for the CPMgr is available from the AIM website.

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