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Award granted Bachelor of Management
Campus

Offered at Melbourne Burwood Campus, Geelong Waterfront Campus, Off campus

Duration3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course codeM325

* For a  helpful guide to courses and careers in business and law please refer to our Your Decision undergraduate careers guide [1.8MB] 

Course sub-headings

Course overview

The Bachelor of Management delivers management knowledge and practice to those seeking to work in a managerial capacity in a globalised workplace.

 
The course has a strong practical focus and provides the opportunity to participate in work-integrated learning experiences, equipping you with the skills necessary to succeed in management roles. You will also gain diverse personal skills that are transferable to several different industries.

You can select from a range of sector-focused major sequences from the Faculty of Business and Law (including financial planning and project management) and from other faculties in the University (including organisational psychology and construction management).

Professional recognition

By choosing appropriate units within the Bachelor of Management, you may be able to meet entry requirements of professional associations, such as the Financial Planning Association (FPA).

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Fees and charges

Unit fees can be viewed within individual unit descriptions. You can search for a unit using the Unit Search.

 

Please be aware:

  • Fees are calculated on a per unit basis
  • Fees charged will depend on the individual units chosen
  • Fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and services

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Course rules

The course rules for the Bachelor of Management require that students complete 24 credit points.
Students must complete 13 credit points of core units, a one credit point Work Integrated Learning (WIL) unit, 6 credit points of  major sequence units selected from a specified list and 4 credit points of elective units.


The 13 credit points of core units are comprised of 8 credit points of foundation units, 4 credit points of Personal Edge (transferrable skills) units and a one credit point capstone unit.

 

No more than 10 credit points may be taken at level 1.


All commencing students must also complete the 0 credit point unit MCA010 Communication for Academic Studies.

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Major sequences

Major sequences that may be chosen include:

 

Construction Management

Event Management

Financial Planning

Organisational Psychology

Project Management

Property and Real Estate

Sustainable Business Management

 

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Course structure

Core Units:

Eight credit points of Foundation units:

MAA104 Financial Literacy (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

MAE103 Managerial Economics (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

MIS102 Managing Information (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

MLC201 Law in Business (B, S, X)  

MMK101 Marketing (B, S, X)  

MMM101 Management Principles (B, S, X)  

MMM102 Global Mindset (B, S, ONLINE)  

MMM201 Managing Business Operations (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

 

Plus four credit points of Personal Edge units:

MMM111 Intrapersonal Skills (ONLINE)  

MMM112 Interpersonal Skills (ONLINE)  

MMM211 Team Dynamics (ONLINE)  

MMM311 Global Citizenship   

 

Plus a one credit point Capstone unit:

MMM315 Business Management Capstone   

 

Plus:

MCA010 Communication for Academic Studies (ONLINE)  *

 

Work Integrated Learning (WIL):

One credit point unit of Work Integrated Learning chosen from:

MIS293 Work Based Learning (B, S, W, X)  

MIS390 Business Internship A (B, S, W, X)  

MIS391 Business Internship B (B, S, W, X)  

MIS393 Team Based Learning (B, S, W, X)  

MIS394 Industry Based Learning in Business A (B, S, W, X)  

MIS395 Industry Based Learning in Business B (B, S, W, X)  

MIS396 Industry Based Learning in Business C (B, S, W, X)  

MIS397 Industry Based Learning in Business D (B, S, W, X)  

 

Elective units

The remaining 10 credit points comprise of 6 credit points from Major Sequence units as listed and any 4 general elective units (up to 4 credit points).

 

*MCA010 Communication for Academic Skills is a 0 credit point stand alone unit to be completed by all students

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Details of major sequences

Construction Management (S) - unit set code MJ-M32508

This major stream provides the introductory technical skills required of a Construction Management professional including elementary concepts of construction management methodology, safety and estimating.

 

SRT141 Building Safety (S)  

SRT151 Construction and Structures 1 (S)  

SRT251 Construction and Structures 2 (S)  

SRT351 Construction and Structures 3 (S)  

SRE272 Measurement and Estimating 1 (S)  

SRT257 Building Environmental Studies 1 (S)  

 

Professional recognition/career opportunities


The major stream offers a defined pathway into the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) or Master of Construction Management at Deakin University, both of which are professionally accredited by international and national industry institutions. Roles in these industries include construction manager, estimator, project manager or quantity surveyor in a range of industry organisations such as contractors, property developers and consulting firms.

Event Management (B, X) - unit set code MJ-M32505

Events are a feature of modern life. They are used to make cities and regions distinctive; mark milestones in our lives and families; promote products, companies and organisations; enable learning, professional development and networking; and celebrate our culture and identity. Not surprisingly, event management is a growing area of work that incorporates diverse fields such as business, government, education and the community sector.
The work of event managers is dynamic and challenging. They design events that appeal to diverse audiences, ensure the safety of participants, manage diverse stakeholders, limit the environmental impact of their activity, and deliver events on time and to budget. Event management is both a growing and evolving area of management practice. Underpinning this work are complex skills and knowledge involving design, marketing, communication, innovation and planning.
This major sequence draws together Bachelor of Management students’ learning within the context of the design, planning, organisation and operation of an event. Event management practice is used to enable students’ to apply and develop their management knowledge, understanding and skills. It also encourages students to consider management practice in diverse fields and contexts, and understand the innovative and dynamic role of managers.

 

MIS398 Project Management (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

MMK393 Integrated Marketing Communications (B, S, ONLINE)  

MMM312 Event Management (B, X, ONLINE)  

MMM233 Business and the Environment   

MMM241 Entrepreneurship and Innovation (B, ONLINE)  

MMM367 Operations and Quality Management   

 

 

Professional recognition/career opportunities

Event management is a growing area of work, practiced in diverse sectors and industries. Event managers are employed by business, government, education and not-for-profit organisations. This work is undertaken by staff working in marketing, public relations, fundraising, professional development, human resources, economic development, tourism, sport, community development and the arts. Event management work includes a range of team member, manager and consultancy roles.

Financial Planning (B, S, W, X) - unit set code MJ-M32501

Choosing a major sequence in financial planning will provide you with the skills you need to attain your own personal financial goals and to develop the expertise to advise others in a professional capacity. Financial planners specialise in key financial areas, including retirement taxation, investment and estate planning. You will examine both the theoretical framework of financial planning, plus the practical application of the theories and strategies.

 

MAF202 Money and Capital Markets (B, S, W, X)  

MAF255 Financial Planning (B, S, W, X)  

MAF311 Superannuation Planning (B, S, W, X)  

MAF312 Advanced Financial Planning (B, S, W, X)  

MLC301 Principles of Income Tax Law (B, S, W, X)  

MAF307 Equities and Investment Analysis (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

 

Professional recognition/career opportunities

 

Financial planners are innovative and lateral in their thinking, they are up to date with the latest changes and they are committed to providing sound, independent and ethical advice.
Graduates of this course who complete the Financial Planning major are eligible to join the Financial Planning Association (FPA).

Organisational Psychology (B, G, W, X) - unit set code MJ-M32504

Psychology is concerned with understanding human personality, behaviours, emotions, underlying mental processes and the factors that lead people to differ in the way they think and behave. In the Psychology major sequence you will be exposed to a contemporary integrative approach to psychology and human relationships, one that recognises the importance of, and interrelationships between personality, culture, and cognition, as well as the psychological functions and dysfunctions that shape behaviour in the real world.

 

HPS111 Fundamentals of Human Behaviour (B, G, W, X)  

HPS121 Psychology B: Individual and Social Development (B, G, W, X)  

HPS203 Understanding the Mind (B, G, W, X)  

HPS204 Introduction to Social Psychology (B, G, W, X)  

HPS307 Personality (B, G, X)  

HPS308 Psychopathology (B, G, W, X)  
 

 

Professional recognition/career opportunities


Deakin's undergraduate Psychology courses are recognised for registration by the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA), accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and enable you to undertake additional study in pursuit of professional registration. However, students who complete the 6-credit Psychology unit set who intend to pursue advanced training and registration to become psychologists must first take the following four additional credit points of psychology at undergraduate level: HPS201, HPS202, HPS205, and HPS301.
The current requirements for registration as a provisional psychologist include the completion of four years of academic study of psychology that is recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). The academic program usually consists of an approved undergraduate psychology sequence followed by an approved fourth-year of study. Following successful completion of the approved fourth-year of psychology study, you may apply for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA) and associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
In order to gain full registration, provisional psychologists must then complete either two years of supervised practice, or a minimum two years of further study, which may include: Master of Psychology, Doctor of Psychology or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (with supervised practice completed outside the degree).

Project Management (B, S, W, X) - unit set code MJ-M32506

Project management is a growing, dynamic profession that involves planning, coordinating, costing and evaluating projects of all sizes, as well as managing the people and risks involved. In a globalised economy project management is central to develop and deliver new products, services and infrastructure as well as implement new techniques and processes to facilitate change. Project management studies at Deakin are based on key project management methodologies to provide a holistic viewpoint with the aim to deliver generic project management skills that can be applied across most sectors and industries. The purpose of the Project Management major is to improve business and project management competencies, to provide students with professional development opportunities as project management practitioners, and to enhance the prospect for continued advancement in the chosen industry or sector.

 

MIS201 Business Requirements Analysis (B, S, X)  

MIS276 Design Thinking (B, S, X)  

MIS332 People, Work and Technology (B, S, X)  

MIS398 Project Management (B, S, X, ONLINE)  

MIS399 Applied Business Project (B, S, X)  

MMH356 Change Management (B, S, ONLINE)  
 

 

Professional Recognition/career opportunities

 

AIPM is the professional accreditation in Australia – which can be explored as a student, affiliate membership – with the onus on the student to continue to gain experience to move to a full membership. It does take certain level of experience and continuous learning/certifications/professional development, post the degree and five years’ work experience to be able to attain an associate or full membership. Our understanding currently is that many organisations/work places are willing to support continuous learning today – for graduates to attain full memberships, while gaining work experience. Another option is the PMI (global- also has a Melbourne Chapter) offers student memberships – which is also recognised globally. The student membership can be offered, however, again the onus to continue gaining experience to next level and further certifications are left to students after graduation.   The School may offer further training and units for accreditation in a Masters level degree, following the review of our Masters programs.

Property and Real Estate (B, ONLINE) - unit set code MJ-M32502

The property industry is one of the largest employment areas and is truly global.  This specialisation provides the skills and knowledge relating to a broad overview of property and real estate fundamentals.

 

MMP111 Introduction to Property (B, ONLINE)  

MMP122 Introduction to Property Development (B, ONLINE)  

MMP212 Property Investment (B, ONLINE)  

MMP221 Property Management (B, ONLINE)  

MMP311 Advanced Property Valuation (B, ONLINE)  

MMP321 Advanced Property Analysis (ONLINE)  


Professional recognition


* Note: Professional recognition by API and RICS can be attained by completing M348 Bachelor of Property and Real Estate degree, D325 Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce degree or D396 Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Laws.

Sustainable Business Management (B, ONLINE) - unit set code MJ-M32503

It is now widely recognised that sustainability and corporate social responsibility have become mission critical to all organizations.  This requires that organizations address the ‘three pillars’ or ‘triple bottom line’ of sustainability, and seek to reconcile environmental, social, and economic demands.  In order to achieve ‘sustainable development’ (i.e. ‘… development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs’), sustainability will become embedded in the core strategies and operations of organizations globally.  This major sequence aims to equip future leaders with the knowledge, mindset and skills for them to be able to manage sustainability, in accordance with the United Nations’ Principles for Responsible Management Education.  In doing so it focuses on developing an understanding of the globalised context of contemporary management, and approaches this from a cross-disciplinary perspective by drawing on philosophy, economics, and management theory.

 

MAE322 The Economics of the Environment (B, W, X, ONLINE)  

MMM233 Business and the Environment   

MMM241 Entrepreneurship and Innovation (B, ONLINE)  

MMM282 International Business (B, ONLINE)  

MMM313 Unit description is currently unavailable   

SHD301 Creating Sustainable Futures (B)  

 

Professional Recognition/career opportunities


There are varied management careers which this major sequence could lead to including roles such as a Business Development Manager, a Business Operations Supervisor, a Procurement Manager, a Sustainability Product Manager, a Small Business Owner,  a Sustainability Consultant or a Sustainability Officer.

 

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