Postgraduate study in Business and Law

Why should I consider postgraduate study?

Postgraduate study is an investment in your future. Studies have shown that a postgraduate qualification has the potential to increase your earning capacity. According to the Australian Financial Review Boss magazine (May 2008, volume 9, 'Reinventing leadership'), professionals who completed their MBA are likely to have an annual 20% pay increase for the next five years. This is further evidence of the competitive edge a postgraduate qualification can give you.

Why should I choose Deakin for my postgraduate study?

Deakin's Faculty of Business and Law is one of the leading providers of business and professional education. At Deakin you get:

• Quality teaching, informed by research;
• A trimester system that offers you three commencement times during the year, and the ability to fast-track your course;
• Highly regarded distance education;
• Residential units that allow you to complete a unit in one intensive week;
• Practical learning and real experience through study tours and experiential units;
• The Deakin MBA - the first off campus MBA ever offered - now celebrating it's 30th anniversary.

How do I qualify for postgraduate study?

Our postgraduate courses are for students who have completed an undergraduate degree, or those who can demonstrate significant work experience in a relevant field. We offer courses at Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters levels, so if you're ineligible to apply for a Masters degree, there are alternative pathways available.

What areas of study are available?

We offer a diverse range of courses in business and law, including specialised areas of study such as Arts and Entertainment Management, Retail Management, Property and Sport Management. The Deakin MBA heads our suite of core postgraduate business courses, which includes Professional Accounting, Commerce, Law, HR Management and International Finance.