Masters (Coursework)
Technological advances are reshaping the business world - including transforming how companies organise and coordinate their operations. Whether they're automating previously manual tasks or embracing the potential of global business, employers are searching for a new type of leader to help their business succeed.
La Trobe's Master of Management will help you become the adaptable leader these businesses are looking for. Be ready for any challenge as you develop the skills and knowledge underpinning agile leadership. Build expertise applicable in any business, including financial knowledge and how to harness digital disruption. And go beyond just understanding business strategies - explore how top management leaders develop plans
Wherever you are in your career, we've designed this degree so you build the industry-ready skills to take your next step. Learn from the business experts in La Trobe Business School. Hear guest lectures from experienced industry members. Complete projects that prepare you for the workplace. And get the option to apply your knowledge in a real-world industry placement with one of our industry partners.
During your degree, you'll build vital foundations in business and management. With coursework modelled on real-world business requirements, you'll discover how leading organisations manage their workforce, including the strategic and operational challenges of international business - then learn the techniques to develop and implement your own strategies.
In your second year, you'll tailor your study to your career goals with a specialisation. Choose from high-demand areas like human resources, logistics and supply chain management, project management, sport management, and entrepreneurship and innovation. From the human skills of negotiation and communication to the strategic expertise to translate data into action - you'll build your ability to lead in business.
You'll learn:
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Master of Management, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Year 2 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE LTU0AIM 1 0 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN A GLOBAL ECONOMY IBU5HRM 1 15 INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE BUA4002 1 15 MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND THEORY MGT5MPT 1 15 ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR MGT5OBR 1 15 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS BUA4003 1 15 STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND FINANCE BUA4004 1 15 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT MGT5STR 1 15 SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING BUA4001 1 15
A specialisation is a sequence of related subjects studied in your course. In some courses, you need to complete at least one specialisation to attain your degree.
Students to select one specialisation
Specialisations
For more information on these please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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Our Master of Management can open doors to a variety of industries. Graduate ready to apply for roles like:
Depending on major or subject choice, graduates of the Master of Management may apply for membership with professional organisations such as the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.