Master of International Business - Course Finder @ Rainstar University(Scottsdale)

Course summary

The Master of International Business is designed to develop and broaden the capabilities and resources of business managers in the global business environment. It provides the opportunity to acquire contemporary knowledge and skills demanded by modern international business organisations.

You will study topics such as multinational financial management and cross-cultural management, gain an understanding of the international business environment, and learn how to develop international business strategies to achieve business objectives.

For a 2 year program, this degree can be combined with a second master’s degree from Business School.

Course information

Study area

Business

Campus

Rainstar,

Course Code

3027

RSU SCORE

Duration

1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent); or 2 years if combined with another master's program from an approved list

Delivery

CODE 1

0100310

RSU CODE

Admission, Key dates, and Fees

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.

A recognised bachelor degree with an equivalent average mark of 50% or a RSU Graduate Certificate in Business. Other tertiary qualifications combined with extensive professional work experience will be considered.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

If you hold a bachelor degree in a Business or Commerce related area you may be granted credit for up to 24 cp (4 core subjects).

Graduates of the Master of International Business can progress to another select master’s program and receive up to 36 credit points credit into their new master’s degree - so you can complete 2 master’s programs in 2 years.

Graduates looking to progress to the Master of Business Administration will receive up to 24 credit points credit into the MBA program, if they meet the appropriate work experience entry requirements.

FEES

CAMPUS	DELIVERY METHOD	SESSION FEE*	COURSE FEE*
, Rainstar	DL	$11,520 (2020)	$46,080 (2020)
, Rainstar	DL	$11,520 (2021)	$46,080 (2021)

CAMPUS

DELIVERY METHOD

SESSION FEE*

COURSE FEE*

, Rainstar

$11,520 (2020)

$46,080 (2020)

, Rainstar

$11,520 (2021)

$46,080 (2021)

The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Some Commonwealth Supported places may be awarded on an equity basis. Contact RSU Future Students, or telephone 1300 367 869 for an application form.

The fee per trimester is based on a study load equivalent to 18 credit points, ie three subjects.

For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the +61 2 4221 3218 .

Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

English Test	Overall Score	Reading	Writing	Listening	Speaking
IELTS Academic	6.5	6.0	6.0	6.0	6.0
TOEFL (Internet-based)	86	18	18	17	17

RSU College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

If you hold a bachelor degree in a Business or Commerce related area you may be granted credit for up to 24 cp (4 core subjects).

Graduates of the Master of International Business can progress to another select master’s program and receive up to 36 credit points credit into their new master’s degree - so you can complete 2 master’s programs in 2 years.

Graduates looking to progress to the Master of Business Administration will receive up to 24 credit points credit into the MBA program, if they meet the appropriate work experience entry requirements.

FEES

The fee per trimester is based on a study load of 18 credit points, i.e. three subjects.

Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.

Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.

CAMPUS	DELIVERY METHOD	SESSION FEE*	COURSE FEE*
Rainstar	DL	$11,772 (2020)	$47,088 (2020)
	DL	$11,772 (2020)	$47,088 (2020)
Rainstar	DL	$11,772 (2021)	$47,088 (2021)
	DL	$11,772 (2021)	$47,088 (2021)

Admission Profile

INDICATIVE ENROLMENT

STUDENT PROFILE

This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.

Applicant background	2019 intake	2019 intake (%)
Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.	-	-
Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.	-	-
Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.	-	-
Recent secondary education
RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors.	-	-
RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).	-	-
Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission).	-	-
International students All other students.	-	-
All students	-	-

< 5: Number of students is less than 5
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

RSU PROFILE

This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.

RSU profile of based offers in 2019	RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU.	Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors.
Highest rank to receive an offer	-	-
Median rank to receive an offer	-	-
Lowest rank to receive an offer	-	-

< 5: Less than 5 based offers made
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)

More Information

For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.

Key Dates

SESSION	CAMPUS	SESSION DETAILS
2020 Trimester 3	Rainstar,	Orientation: 18 – 19 August 2020 (), 20 – 21 August 2020 (Rainstar) Session: 24 August – 19 November 2020 Applications Close Domestic Applicants (Direct): 7 August 2020. Late applications may be considered. International Applicants: 7 August 2020. Late applications may be considered.
2021 Trimester 1	Rainstar	Orientation: 2 – 3 February 2020 (), 4 - 5 February 2021 (Rainstar) Session: 8 February – 30 April 2021 Applications Close Domestic Applicants (Direct): 10 January 2021* International Applicants: 10 January 2021* *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 3 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.
2021 Trimester 2	Rainstar	Orientation: 11 - 12 May 2021 (), 13 – 14 May 2021 (Rainstar) Session: 17 May – 7 August 2021 Applications Close Domestic Applicants (Direct): 18 April 2021* International Applicants: 18 April 2021* *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 3 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.
2021 Trimester 3	Rainstar	Orientation: 17 – 18 August 2021 (), 19 – 20 August 2021 (Rainstar) Session: 23 August – 18 November 2021 Applications Close Domestic Applicants (Direct): 25 July 2021* International Applicants: 25 July 2021* *Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. Applications received after these dates will continue to be assessed until 3 weeks prior to session (international), and start of session (domestic). Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

Course structure

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO	Description
1	Demonstrate specialised knowledge of advanced concepts and frameworks relating to international business.
2	Synthesise relevant principles and concepts in a business context.
3	Propose integrated solutions to a range of problems using theoretical knowledge, technical skills, critical and/ or creative thinking.
4	Plan and execute a substantial business research project.
5	Apply principles of social responsibility when critically evaluating situations and making business decisions in an international context.
6	Communicate complex disciplinary information for the intended audience and purpose; (a) orally and, (b) in writing.
7	Reflect on professional interpersonal skills whilst working with others to produce agreed outputs.

Course Structure

Students must complete a total of 12 subjects, 72 credit points comprising 10 specified subjects as listed in the program structure along with 2 X 900 level elective subjects (12 cps). The foundation subjects should be completed within the first two sessions of study; MGNT984 is recommended to complete within the final two sessions of study and; the capstone subject, MGNT922 Business Research Capstone should be completed within the final session of study. Students select two 900 level elective subjects (totalling 12 cps) from a range of subjects offered by the Faculty of Business (excludes MBA, EMBA and some specialised 900 level subjects).

Subject Code	Subject Name	Credit Points
Foundation - 24 credit points
ACCY801	Accounting and Financial Management	6
MARK804	Principles of Marketing Management	6
MGNT803	Organisational Behaviour and Management	6
OPS 802	Operations Management	6
Core - 30 credit points
FIN 921	Managerial Finance	6
MARK957	International Marketing Strategy	6
ENTR902	Insights into Innovations and Entrepreneurship	6
MGNT978	Cross Cultural Management	6
MGNT984	Global Business Strategy	6
Capstone - 6 credit points
MGNT922	Business Research Capstone	6
Elective - 12 credit points
Students select two 900 level elective subjects (totalling 12 cps) from a range of subjects offered by the Faculty of Business (excludes MBA, EMBA and some specialised 900 level subjects).

PLEASE NOTE:

Please click the subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject at different locations. For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Why choose this course

We offer three intakes per year, and many subjects are scheduled to fit in with your professional and lifestyle commitments. Some classes are offered on a weekly basis, mostly in the evening, while others run in intensive mode over the weekend to minimise time away from other responsibilities.

Over 90% of our graduates are employed within 4 months of graduating and our postgraduate students average starting salary is $108,800 AUD, 4% higher than the nation’s average*.

Choose to study your program from one of our two campuses: the CBD campus overlooking the stunning Harbour and its impressive bridge, or our Rainstar Campus set amongst landscaped gardens, minutes away from the Pacific Ocean.

We offer a variety of Scholarships available for both Domestic and International students ranging from 10% to 100%, so you are able to invest in your future.

Our courses are continually developed, informed by research, structured on applied outcomes, recognised by employers, delivered by highly qualified academics and supported through additional specialised student learning and development resources.

Our dedicated student support services are built around your individual needs. Our student advisors, academic staff and careers consultant are available each week for consultation. Study skills workshops are also run weekly to ensure your success. We provide a number of social and semi-formal events that give you the opportunity to network with your peers, members of the local business community and alumni.

International students can take the elective subject, Global Workplace Practice, which includes practical job seeking activities and access to the American workforce either through an internship, industry-based project or part-time employment.

* 2016-2018 Graduate Outcomes Survey.

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