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RMIT Study Intensive in Vietnam
This elective course is for postgraduate students only
An opportunity to study South East Asian business practices and the challenge of developing economics in a truly cross-cultural context. This course brings together MBA (Executive) and masters students from Melbourne, OUA and Vietnam.
The course will be conducted from Wednesday 27 June – Tuesday 3 July 2012. Students must be in Ho Chi Minh City and ready to attend classes at 9.00am Wednesday 27 June. Students must attend all classes unless ill, in which case they must obtain a medical certificate as evidence of their illness. Students cannot leave until the completion of classes late Tuesday 3 July 2012.
See the brochure (PDF 1.1 Mb)
Students are required to attend class prior to departure on:
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Introduction to Asian Management
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Doing Business in Vietnam
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An indicative program is as follows:
Assessment
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20% |
Pre-departure executive report (1,000 – 2,000 words), on 'The Impacts of Cultural similarities and differences'. |
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55% |
CLN Assignment |
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25% |
Reflective Journal |
Course Guide:
BUSM 4119 Asian Management Issues
How do we meet in Ho Chi Minh?
You will need to make your own travel arrangements to arrive at Ho Chi Minh. Students are required to meet RMIT staff in the Rex Hotel Lobby on Tuesday 26 June 2012 at 5.00 pm for a brief meeting followed by a class dinner.
How much is the airfare to Ho Chi Minh?
QANTAS has flights to Ho Chi Minh from approximately $AUD 1430 to $AUD 1792. This is just an indicator, more economical fares are available through other carriers.
Do I require a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, please arrange a visa through your travel agent, o visit smartraveller.gov.au.
Do I require travel insurance?
Travel insurance is essential for all students participating in the study intensive.
No student will be allowed to participate in the study intensive without travel insurance. Students are advised to discuss their individual travel insurance needs with their travel agent at the time of booking flights.
Where do I stay?
To foster a collegial atmosphere, students are required to stay at one of the RMIT nominated hotels.
Students are to be notified by course administrator.
How do I get to RMIT campus for class each day?
A bus will pick you up each morning from the Rex Hotel and drop you back to the Rex Hotel after class.
Can I bring my partner?
Partners are welcome to attend but cannot participate in the academic program. Anyone who is planning to travel with a partner must inform the organisers so that the appropriate accommodation can be organised.
Are these expenses tax deductible?
Whilst we strongly advise you to consult with your financial advisor it is our understanding that for postgraduate students who are not using FEE HELP, the course fee, travel, accommodation, meals and incidentals should be tax deductible expense. If you are using FEE HELP, then only the travel related expenses are tax deductible.
Where are classes held?
Classes are held at the RMIT Ho Chi Minh campus, located 30 minutes from the centre of town. All students will be required on the first day to meet in the Rex Hotel lobby at 8.30am for departure to the campus by bus.
Must I attend all classes?
Yes, unless you are unwell. You will be required to notify the RMIT staff member and provide a medical certificate as evidence of your illness.
What resources should I bring with me?
- Laptop (optional)
- Writing materials
- One of the recommended books outlined in Part A of the course guide
What happens after class in the evenings?
Whilst some of the after class time will be dedicated to study and group work, there will be opportunities to explore Ho Chi Minh restaurants and night life as a group with the RMIT Vietnam staff and students.
Weather
RMIT Vietnam campus staff advises that afternoon showers can be expected (wet season), hot and humid.
How can I apply?
Complete an Application Form (PDF 43kb), Release Form (PDF 17.3kb) and enrol online. All forms must be submitted by Friday 25 May 2012.
On-campus students should enrol online into the course BUSM 4119 - Asian Management Issues. OUA students should enrol online via Open Universities Australia into the course OMBA500 - Contemporary Issues in International Management.
In the event that the course becomes oversubscribed, online enrolments will be revised and places in this course will be offered based on academic merit and program progression.
If your study mode has filled its quota and the class has closed, please email your expression of interest to tina.katselos@rmit.edu.au to be added to the waiting list.
Students who withdraw from the program after 25 May 2012, after accepting a place may incur penalties.
What determines if I am offered a place?
Offers will be made to students who satisfy the university criteria which broadly speaking requires students to be making satisfactory progress in their degree. However, students in the first year of their program should submit a resume in place of an academic transcript. The Academic Advisors will consider all applications and make offers on the basis of student capability to undertake the course. In the event that a destination is oversubscribed, a grade based criteria may apply. Upon receiving an offer of a place, you will have one week to accept your place in the course.
When will you notify me that I have a place in the elective?
You will be notified by email whether you have been accepted or not. Applicants will be informed on the outcome of their application 48 hours after submitting their application. You are then expected to attend the first pre-departure class prior to departing for Vietnam on Tuesday 29 May 2012.
Rod Legge
Graduate School of Business and Law
Email: rod.legge@rmit.edu.au
Tina Katselos
Graduate School of Business and Law
Phone: 9925 0142
Email: tina.katselos@rmit.edu.au