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Master of Business (Information Technology)
Program code - title: MC094 - Master of Business (Information Technology)
GD145, GC099, Graduate Diploma in Business Information Technology and Graduate Certificate in Business Information Technology
Campus
City campus
Description
This program is also delivered in Singapore in partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management.
Information sessions
Information sessions are run throughout the year. For details visit Business postgraduate programs.
The Master of Business Information Technology (MBIT) is a cutting-edge postgraduate degree addressing information and communications technology applications in business organisations. Supported by leading-edge research addressing emerging IT issues, it prepares you for careers in IT management, information and knowledge management and e-business.
Graduates from this degree are qualified to undertake challenging positions in business and government organisations, and to act as catalysts of change in IT-focused, networked and digitised organisations.
Key benefits
- Integrates work and learning
- Strong links with industry
- Professionally accredited with ACS
- Combines IT with business knowledge
- Courses that are relevant to the changing business IT environment
- Flexibility in the course structure, developing a program that suits your needs
Teaching methods and assessment
Teaching consists of a mix of intensive periods of teaching, including lectures, presentations, workshops and group work based on selected readings, which are provided as part of the degree. The exact format varies from course to course. Emphasis is placed on group work, and on group support for independent study and project work outside of teaching periods.
Courses are offered both during the day and later afternoon/early evening. Some advanced level elective workshops are offered over several days and/or weekends.
Global study tours
A strong feature of the MBIT program is the availability of study tours around the world. Students are provided with the opportunity to globalise their studies, have an international experience at a foreign location and complete a 24-credit point course in intensive mode. Study tours combine academic discipline with industry visits and cultural and historical tours. Each year the School conducts tours to the USA, China, Vietnam and Canada in partnership with the University of Maryland, Georgetown University, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade, Ryerson University and RMIT Vietnam.
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Duration
Masters: one-and-a-half years full-time, or three years part-time.
This duration incorporates the Graduate Diploma: one year full-time, or two to three years part-time and Graduate Certificate: six months full-time, or one year part-time.
Accelerated version of the Master of Business Information Technology
An accelerated version of the degree, which can be completed full-time over one year, is also available. The 12 courses required to take out the degree are undertaken over three trimesters and intakes are in February and July.
Pathways
Double master—MBIT/Master of Commerce
Graduate with a second master by studying the Master of Commerce (MCom). On completion of your Master of Business Information Technology, an additional four courses of study from a business discipline will allow you to gain a second qualification—a Master of Commerce. To gain the Master of Commerce you need to complete the two core courses of the MCom program and one research course of at least 12 credit points. For more information visit www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters
The sequence of study cannot be reversed.
Further information about gaining credit for previous study or experience
Further information about pathways
Career prospects
MBIT graduates work effectively in the public and private sectors in positions such as: IT manager or consultant, chief information officer, e-business and e-procurement manager, business and systems analyst or system management analyst, database administrator, IT project manager, web developer, systems architect and IT contract manager.
Professional recognition
The Master of Business Information Technology is accredited at professional level (the highest level) with the Australian Computer Society (ACS), the recognised association for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professionals. Students who wish to acquire ACS accreditation will be advised to study a specific program. For further information on the ACS, please visit www.acs.org.au.
As a program accredited with the Australian Computer Society, the program is recognised internationally through the Seoul Accord. Signatories to the Seoul Accord, such as the ACS, respect the status of degrees accredited by other signatories thereby providing transnational recognition of the Master of Business Information Technology.
Entrance requirements
A degree in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
Mature-age entry
A limited number of mature-age students with appropriate and extensive experience may be admitted without a previous tertiary qualification.
Advanced standing
Applicants who have completed postgraduate study (full or partial) at RMIT or other institutions may be accepted with some credits or exemptions being granted towards the MBIT. Assessment of credits and exemptions will be consistent with the principles of RMIT University’s Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning policy.
Postgraduate Commonwealth supported equity places
RMIT offers postgraduate students, who meet the entrance and equity criteria, the option to apply for a Postgraduate Commonwealth supported equity place, instead of paying full-fees. Visit equity access for more information about the eligibility criteria and how to apply.
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Application procedures
Apply online at www.rmit.edu.au/programs/apply/direct
Timely applications for coursework programs are due by:
- 10 November each year (Semester 1) and
- 31 May each year (midyear Semester 2)—11 July for late applications
Midyear applications open 1 May
Applications will continue to be accepted until all places have been filled. You are encouraged to lodge your application early.
Prospective students are encouraged to enquire about possible vacancies in the degree at any time.
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Fees
Detailed information regarding fees for postgraduate programs can be found by clicking the further information link below.
Scholarships
RMIT is committed to enriching and transforming the futures of our students and will award more than 2000 scholarships worth millions of dollars in 2012.
RMIT’s scholarships help to recognise and foster academic achievement in our students, as well as assist students from a variety of backgrounds to realise their tertiary and career dreams. Visit RMIT Scholarships for further information.
Allocation of CSP places
CSP places are offered to candidates on the basis of academic merit. As a guide, a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 (out of 4.0) is required for a CSP place. The actual GPA required depends on the number and standard of applications received during the admission period.
Applications for CSP places will be assessed and offers made on a rolling basis.
Additional applications are required if you would like to apply for different modes or fee types.
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Additional expenses
This degree may incur extra costs for items such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, special equipment and materials. Please contact the School of Business IT and Logistics for details.
Program structure
The Master of Business Information Technology consists of 12 courses, each worth 12 credit points. A total of 144 credit points is required to complete the full MBIT.
The structure of the degree is simple and flexible. There are two streams of study depending on whether you have an IT or non-IT background.
Students are required to complete compulsory core courses and may select electives to suit your chosen career path. The School can recommend courses if you are seeking eligibility for membership to the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Students without prior IT studies seeking to gain ACS accreditation, should choose the following courses:
- ISYS2038—Business Information Systems Development
- ISYS1033—IT Project Management
- ISYS2395—Systems Analysis and Design
The following program structure(s) are linked to this program.
Contact details
Info Corner
330 Swanston Street (cnr La Trobe Street)
Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel. +61 3 9925 2260
Email: study@rmit.edu.au
OR
Mr Vassili Karpathiou, Program Leader
School of Business IT and Logistics
Email: MBIT.enquiries@rmit.edu.au
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Information for prospective students
Prospective students are welcome to contact the school and meet client services and academic staff. Information sessions are run throughout the year. For details visit www.rmit.edu.au/bus/postgrad or contact the School.
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Business IT and Logistics
Disclaimer
Although RMIT endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.