FACULTY OF LAW, BUSINESS AND THE CREATIVE ARTS

Postgraduate Award Requirements

Postgraduate Courses

Research Activities

FACULTY OF LAW, BUSINESS AND THE CREATIVE ARTS — POSTGRADUATE AWARD REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

1.1 AWARDS

The graduate degrees shall be:

1.2 There shall be awards of:

1.3 Higher Doctorate awards associated with this faculty shall be:

CORPORATE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

see also Courses, Corporate Master of Business Administration

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Corporate Master of Business Administration (CorpMBA) if that person has:

• 1.1 an undergraduate degree with minimum five year’s work experience at a middle to senior management level; or

• 1.2 10 year’s work experience at a middle to senior management level if the applicant doesn’t have an undergraduate degree qualification; or

• 1.3 holds a senior management position (or operates own substantial business) and demonstrates clear potential for graduate study in business as assessed by the selection team;

• 1.4 in addition:

  • 1.4.1 selection is subject to an interview process with a selection committee headed by the Director MBA; and

  • 1.4.2 applicants must provide at least two references from current or previous employers. Applicants who are or have been predominantly self employed must provide two personal references.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal expected time for completion of the award is 18 months of study.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the award shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 36 credit points.

4. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

No advanced standing is granted for undergraduate study or degree completion.

5. Other postgradaute advanced standing subject to individual assessment.

6. No advanced standing is granted for prior work experience.

7. SPECIALISATIONS

Not available.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

see also Courses, Master of Business Administration

1. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Business Administration (hereinafter referred to as the ‘coursework’ degree) if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration from this University.

2.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is 18 months full time study or three years part-time.

2.2 The maximum time for completion is six years.

2.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

3. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Master of Business Administration shall follow an approved course of study as shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 36 credit points.

4.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

The faculty may give advanced standing for up to 24 credit points on the basis of successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration or up to 12 credit points on the basis of successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration at this University; or in the event that any subject(s) were completed at graduate level at another institution of higher education, then the faculty may grant a maximum of up to 18 credit points advanced standing. No advanced standing will be granted for undergraduate studies.

4.2 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 4.1 above.

5. Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 4, a person who has completed the 18 credit points specified for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration course may be given advanced standing for those subjects providing:

• 5.1 where the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration has not been awarded, that person’s enrolment shall be transferred to this course;

• 5.2 where the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration has been awarded it shall be surrendered before the candidate may be awarded the coursework degree.

6. To complete the Masters, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

7. PROGRAM OF STUDY – MBA MAJORS

Students wishing to pursue a major within the MBA must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credit points from postgraduate business administration subjects as shown under the Postgraduate Courses plus a further 12 credit points of study in an MBA major as shown under the Postgraduate Courses. This 12 credit point major will not be included on the MBA testamur.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (AND REVERSE ORDER OF DEGREES)

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology section of this Handbook.

refer to Master of Information Technology- Master of Business Administration

MASTER OF COMMERCE, MASTER OF ADMINISTRATION (TOURISM)

see also Courses, Master of Commerce

Note: The Master of Commerce is not offered in 2008.

1. FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

A candidate for the degree of Master of Commerce or the degree of Master of Administration (Tourism) may pursue the program of study as a full-time or part-time student.

1.1 ADMISSION — APPLICATION

An application to enrol for either of the above degrees shall be submitted to the Registrar and shall be accompanied by a proposal of the program of study for the purpose of obtaining the degree. In the case of a person relying on qualifications from another university the application shall also be accompanied by evidence of qualifications to be a candidate.

1.2 ADMISSION — CONSULTATION

Before applying for admission an intending candidate shall consult with the Head of the School as to qualifications and as to the work to be carried out within the proposed course of study.

1.3 ADMISSION — ENROLMENT

If the Pro-Vice-Chancellor approves the enrolment the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar a higher degree enrolment form.

1.4 ADMISSION — ACADEMIC PREREQUISITES

A person may enrol for a Master’s degree if, in the field (Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics and Statistics, French, Geography, History and Political Science or Tourism) in which the degree is sought, that person:

• has qualified in this University for the degree of Bachelor of Administration (Accounting), Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Management or Bachelor of Administration (Tourism) with first or second class honours; or

• holds from another university a qualification regarded by the faculty as at least equivalent to the qualification listed in (a); or

• has qualified in this University for the Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce or the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics at Credit level; or

• holds a pass degree and since graduation has acquired professional and practical qualifications of a kind regarded by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to at least a second class honours degree provided also that such a candidate shall complete any additional work (including pass degree subjects) as the Head of the appropriate School may prescribe.

1.5 MINIMUM PERIOD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue at this University the program of study and/or research approved by the faculty for not less than one calendar year nor more than two calendar years in the case of a full-time student and for not less than two calendar years nor more than four calendar years in the case of a part-time student. This maximum period may be extended by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of the relevant Head of School.

1.6 A candidate may apply at any time to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 1.5.

1.7 COMMENCEMENT DATE

The date upon which candidature begins shall be determined by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Evaluation predominantly by thesis

2.1 Subject to the general direction of the Head of School concerned a candidate shall pursue the course of study and the preparation of the thesis under the immediate direction of a supervisor appointed by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor after consultation with the Head of School. The candidate shall attend such classes and do such work as the Head of the School or the supervisor may require and shall attend at the University for consultation with the supervisor as and when the supervisor may require.

2.2 PROGRESS REPORTS

A candidate shall submit to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, through the supervisor, half-yearly reports each of not more than two hundred and fifty words on progress in the course of study and research.

2.3 THESIS

A candidate shall submit a thesis on a subject approved by the faculty.

2.4 The thesis may not be submitted until the candidate has completed the approved course of study and research. Before submitting the thesis the candidate shall obtain the advice and comments of the supervisor on the final draft thereof.

2.5 Two copies of the thesis, bound in the prescribed way, shall be submitted.

2.6 OTHER ORIGINAL WORK

Other original work of the candidate relevant to the program of research being carried out by the candidate may be submitted in addition to the thesis for consideration by the examiners.

2.7 THESIS EXAMINATION

The thesis and any other original work submitted by the candidate shall be referred to at least two examiners appointed by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of the appropriate Head of School, at least one of whom shall be external to this University unless the faculty in special circumstances determines otherwise. The examiners shall submit to the faculty through the Registrar their recommendations as to whether the thesis is of sufficient merit to warrant the awarding of the Masters degree. The examiners may require the candidate to submit to a written or oral examination on the subject of the thesis.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Evaluation predominantly by coursework

3.1 The candidate shall undertake a prescribed course of study and have satisfied written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the Head of the School and approved by the faculty. The submission of the original and two copies of a dissertationThe form of presentation of dissertation or thesis is available at the University Library. on an approved research topic may be required as part of the examination.

3.2 EXAMINATION

The Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the advice of the Head of the School in which the candidate is registered, shall appoint at least two examiners one of whom shall be external to the University.

3.3 The faculty, on considering the reports of the examiners, may recommend the award of the degree, refuse the degree or require the candidate to submit to a further examination.

3.4 Before re-assessment, which will be within a period not exceeding one calendar year, the candidate may be required to

• pursue a program of additional study and/or

• re-submit the dissertation, either re-written or including further research material.

A candidate who fails to satisfy the examiners at the second attempt shall not again be eligible for candidature for a Masters degree in the same discipline.

4. AWARDS

Candidates who have fulfilled the conditions prescribed and have satisfied the examiners shall be recommended for the award of the degree of Master of Commerce or the degree of Master of Administration (Tourism), the latter (by research only).

MASTER OF CREATIVE ARTS

Note: The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Creative Arts if that person:

• 1.1 has completed at this University the requirements for a bachelor’s honours degree in Communication Design, Music, Photography, Theatre or Visual Arts, with Honours awarded in Class I or Class II; or

• 1.2 has completed at this or another University or institution of higher education, an appropriate tertiary qualification deemed equivalent to the conditions of Requirement 1.1 by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School; or

• 1.3 has passed an appropriate qualifying course; or

• 1.4 can satisfy the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Creative Arts, that he or she has nationally recognised professional standing and is capable of undertaking a thesis at Master’s level. Evidence of high standing shall normally include (a) exhibitions, performances, or awards and (b) testimonials from at least three recognised artistic practitioners and/or academic referees. Applicants shall also attend an interview-audition and submit original work as required; or

• 1.5 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to the requirements of 1.1.

2. TIME FOR ENROLMENT

An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged with the Registrar at least eight weeks before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE

A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years and a part-time candidate in not less than two years nor more than four years.

4. FIELD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue research and creative activities as negotiated with the Head of School of Music, Visual Arts and Theatre.

5. REQUIREMENTS

A candidate shall be required to complete and submit for examination as directed by the Head of School an integrated project including: (a) creative work in the chosen discipline(s); (b) appropriate documentary evidence of the creative practice underpinning the work; (c) a thesis of at least 30,000 words synthesising the research and creative practice.

6. No integrated project shall be accepted for examination if the substance has been published prior to candidature or accepted for a degree or diploma in another institution.

7. ASSESSMENT

On completion of the work the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time.

8. EXAMINATION

Two examiners shall be appointed, at least one of whom shall be external to the University, to examine the thesis and associated practical submission.

MASTER OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

see also Courses, Master of Dispute Resolution

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Master of Dispute Resolution will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may be admitted to the Master of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has a minimum of at least five years academic and professional experience in a cognate discipline; and

• 2.2 has qualified for, or has completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or graduate diploma, equivalent to an Australian bachelor or graduate diploma qualification, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 2.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution from this University; or

• 2.4 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts as equivalent to Requirement 2.1 and 2.2.

3.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is 12 months full time study or two years part time.

3.2 The maximum time for completion is six years.

3.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence is two years.

4. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Master of Dispute Resolution shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Candidates who have been awarded the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution and who wish to seek advanced standing towards the Master of Dispute Resolution will be required to surrender the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.

5.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on behalf of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Master of Dispute Resolution, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.2 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.2 and 5.3 above shall not exceed six credit points or up to 12 credit points for dispute resolution subjects offered at this University.

MASTER OF ECONOMICS

see also Courses, Master of Economics

1. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

The degree of Master of Economics may be undertaken in the School of Business.

2. The degree may be undertaken predominantly by research or predominantly by coursework.

3. A candidate for the Master of Economics predominantly by research shall fulfil the conditions of the University Requirements for the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

4. A candidate for the degree may pursue the prescribed program of study as a full-time or part-time student.

5. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Master of Economics if that person:

• 5.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours I or II, either from this University or from another institution of higher education provided the qualification is equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree with Honours I or II; or

• 5.2 has qualified at this University for the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics; or

• 5.3 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to either requirement 5.1 or 5.2.

6. MINIMUM PERIOD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue at this University the program of study and/or research approved by the faculty for not less than one year nor more than two years in the case of a full-time student and for not less than two years nor more than four years in the case of a part-time student. This maximum period may be extended by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of the Head of School.

7. A candidate may apply at any time to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor to have his or her candidature suspended for a period not exceeding one year. If approved, this period of suspension will not apply to the calculation of the maximum period prescribed in Requirement 6.

8. COMMENCEMENT DATE

The date upon which candidature begins shall be determined by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

9.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

Evaluation predominantly by thesis

See University Requirements for the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

9.2 Evaluation predominantly by coursework

• 9.2.1 The candidate shall undertake a prescribed course of study as shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 48 credit points.

• 9.2.2 The prescribed course of study shall include the option for students to undertake a minor thesis as part of the coursework program.

• 9.2.3 Should a student choose to include a minor thesis in their study, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the advice of the Head of the School in which the candidate is registered, shall appoint at least two examiners.

10 AWARDS

The faculty, on considering the reports of the examiners of the thesis or minor thesis and/or the candidate’s coursework results (as appropriate), may recommend the award of the degree, recommend that the degree not be awarded or recommend that the candidate be required to submit to a further examination.

11. Before re-assessment, which will be within a period not exceeding one calendar year, the candidate may be required to

• pursue a program of additional study and/or

• re-submit the thesis or minor thesis, either re-written or including further research material.

A candidate who fails to satisfy the examiners at the second attempt shall not again be eligible for candidature for a Masters degree in the same discipline.

12. Candidates who have fulfilled the conditions prescribed and have satisfied the examiners shall be eligible to be awarded the degree of Master of Economics.

13. ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

Candidates who have been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics from James Cook University and who wish to use the credit points obtained towards the Master of Economics will be required to surrender the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics before the Master of Economics is conferred.

14. A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another program, which the Pro-Vice- Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Master of Economics may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

15. The maximum advanced standing granted under requirement 14 above shall not exceed 12 credit points.

16. Students who have passed more than 12 credit points in subjects that are equivalent in nature to those listed above, may only apply for advanced standing for 12 credit points. However, they may be exempted from other ‘equivalent’ credit points, taking approved options in their place, or extending the size of the thesis to fulfil course requirements.

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

see also Courses, Master of International Professional Accounting

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A candidate for the Master of International Professional Accounting:

• 1.1 must have completed an undergraduate degree from James Cook University or from another higher education institution; or

• 1.2 have other qualifications and experience deemed equivalent to those specified in 1.1.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the award must:

• 2.1 complete the program of study specified under Postgraduate Courses; and

• 2.2 obtain a minimum of 36 credit points or a maximum of 48 credit points, unless advanced standing is granted for prior studies.

3. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDIES

Advanced standing for significant and relevant prior studies may be granted to a maximum of 12 credit points.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

Candidature for the award may be by full-time or part-time study.

5. Full-time candidates normally should pursue a minimum of 9 credit points and a maximum of 12 credit points in each period of enrolment.

6. Part-time candidates normally should pursue a minimum of 3 credit points and a maximum of 6 credit points in each period of enrolment.

7. PROGRESSION

The progression of each candidate shall be reviewed at the end of each period of enrolment.

8. Guidance on a program of study may be provided to candidates as an outcome of this review.

9. Enrolment may be suspended or terminated if progression is deemed unsatisfactory following the review.

10. COURSE REQUIREMENTS

The course involves a Core Program and an optional Extension Program.

11. Students should complete the Core Program of 36 credit points shown under Postgraduate Courses.

12. Students may choose to extend their Core Program by12 credit points, drawn from subjects which meet membership requirements of CPA Australia.

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

see also Courses, Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management

1. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management if that person:

• 1.1 has qualified at this or another University for a bachelor degree provided that the Program Director is satisfied that the standard and subjects of the previous studies are adequate for the purposes of undertaking the course; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Program Director as equivalent to requirement 1.1.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 36 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is three study periods (usually 18 months). Part-time students may take a maximum of four years to complete the course.

4. PROGRESSION

In selecting the subjects in which to enrol in any study period the candidate shall adhere as far as possible to the following sequence;

5. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDIES

There is no advanced standing for undergraduate subjects. Other postgraduate advanced standing is decided on an individual basis up to a maximum of 12 credit points. There is no advanced standing for work experience.

6. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Advanced standing gained from previous study from other masters degrees will only apply to studies completed within the last five years of commencing the degree.

7. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DEGREE

A candidate who has failed the final subject towards the degree and who has gained 40% or more of the marks for that subject may be granted a supplementary examination for that subject.

8. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

MASTER OF LAWS (BY THESIS OR COURSEWORK)

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Laws by thesis or coursework if that person:

• 1.1 has completed the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Laws with Honours at this University or at another university or institution of higher education which in the opinion of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of the School maintains standards comparable to those applicable at this University; or

• 1.2 has passed the Research Methods course in accordance with the Requirements; or

• 1.3 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School as equivalent to 1.1.

TIME FOR ENROLMENT (COURSEWORK)

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Laws by coursework if that person:

2.1 has completed the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Laws at this University or at another University or institution of higher education which in the opinion of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School maintains standards comparable to those applicable at this University; or

2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School as equivalent to the requirements of 2.1.

3.1 TIME FOR ENROLMENT (THESIS)

An application to enrol for the degree containing a proposed program of research to be pursued by the applicant shall be lodged with the Registrar at least one month before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence. Before submitting the application the applicant shall consult with the Head of School and obtain approval for the proposed program of research. The title of the proposed research topic and the name of the proposed supervisor shall be submitted for the approval of the faculty by the Head of School within two months of the lodgement of the application to enrol.

3.2 Where the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School is satisfied, by reason of the place of residence or nature of employment of a person who applies to be admitted as a candidate for the degree, that the Head of School or any supervisor will be unable to exercise adequate supervision over the work of that person, the faculty may reject the candidature of that person.

4.1 MASTERS OF LAWS (BY THESIS)

A candidate shall pursue research for the degree under the direction of a supervisor appointed by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School.

4.2 Where the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School is satisfied, by reason of a change in the circumstances of a person who has been admitted as a candidate for the degree, that the Head of School or any supervisor will be unable to continue to exercise adequate supervision over the work of that person, the faculty may terminate the candidature of that person.

5.1 LENGTH OF COURSE

The candidature of every candidate shall commence on the date approved by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School. Such date shall be notified in writing to the candidate as soon as possible after such approval has been given.

5.2 Unless the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School approves an extension of time, or special circumstances justifying a departure from this Requirement exist, a full-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than three years from the date referred to in 5.1 and a part-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the degree in not less than two years and not more than six years from such date.

5.3 Notwithstanding anything contained in 5.2, the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School may in special circumstances allow a candidate to suspend his/her candidature for such period as the faculty determines. The period of such suspension shall not be taken into account in determining whether a candidate has satisfied the requirements of the degree within the period prescribed by these Requirements.

5.4 A candidate shall, before 1 November in each year, submit a progress report to the candidate’s supervisor for forwarding to the Head of School. Failure without reasonable excuse to submit a report within one month of the due date will constitute a failure to maintain satisfactory progress for the purposes of Requirement 6 hereof.

6. UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS

The candidature of a candidate may be terminated by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School if in the opinion of the faculty, the candidate has not maintained satisfactory progress in his/her work towards the degree.

7.1 REQUIREMENTS

A candidate enrolled for the degree shall be required to complete and submit for examination a thesis on the research topic approved by the faculty. The thesis must demonstrate the candidate’s ability to carry out independent research, to marshal logically and appropriately and to analyse and assess the material produced by that research and to express clearly and effectively the conclusions to be drawn from that analysis and assessment.

7.2 A candidate shall not without the consent of the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School submit as a thesis or as part thereof work previously accepted for a degree or diploma.

8.1 ASSESSMENT

A candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three bound copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time by the Council of the University and the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School. The thesis shall be written in English and should not normally exceed 250 typewritten double-spaced A4 pages and should be prepared in accordance with the paper Presentation of Legal Theses by E.M. Campbell. It should include a title page, table of contents, cases and statutes, bibliography and a one page summary of the course of the argument. The title and author should be lettered on the spine. If the thesis is passed by the examiners a copy will be placed in the Library and the thesis should therefore be free from errors, deletions and additions. The thesis shall contain a statement signed by the candidate that the thesis is the work of the candidate alone, except where due acknowledgement is made in the text, and does not include material which has been previously accepted for a degree or diploma.

8.2 The thesis submitted by a candidate shall be referred to two examiners appointed by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of School of whom not more than one will normally be a member of the academic staff of this University. Except in exceptional circumstances, the candidate’s supervisor shall not be appointed as an examiner.

8.3 In addition to the thesis, a candidate may submit for consideration by the examiners other research work by that candidate, whether published or not.

8.4 Any examiner may require a candidate to be examined orally on the subject of that candidate’s thesis.

8.5 Each examiner shall report to the faculty on that examiner’s examination of the thesis and on whether in the opinion of that examiner the thesis is of sufficient merit. Each examiner shall recommend —

• 8.5.1 that the degree be awarded; or

• 8.5.2 that the degree be awarded subject to minor amendments in the thesis to be made to the satisfaction of the supervisor; or

• 8.5.3 that the degree be not awarded but that the candidate be allowed to revise and resubmit the thesis for examination; or

• 8.5.4 that the degree be not awarded.

8.6 Where a candidate is permitted by the faculty to revise and resubmit the thesis, the candidate shall be permitted to do so once only. Upon such resubmission, each examiner shall recommend —

• 8.6.1 that the degree be awarded; or

• 8.6.2 that the degree be awarded subject to minor amendments in the thesis to be made to the satisfaction of the candidate’s supervisor; or

• 8.6.3 that the degree be not awarded.

8.7 The degree of Master of Laws may be awarded either with Distinction or at the Pass level.

8.8 The degree of Master of Laws with or without Distinction may be conferred on a candidate who fulfils the conditions of these Requirements, whose work is of a standard which the faculty considers satisfactory after consideration of the reports of the examiners and who has otherwise complied with the provisions of all Statutes and other applicable Requirements.

9. MASTER OF LAWS (BY COURSEWORK)

Subject to Requirement 11, a candidate proceeding to a degree under this program shall be required to obtain credit for 36 credit points of study.

10. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

A candidate with two or more years of professional experience may seek approval from the Head of School for advanced standing of up to 12 credit points of study on the basis of that professional experience. A decision granting such advanced standing is at the discretion of the Head of School. Documentary or other evidence may be sought in support of the application for advanced standing.

11. REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE

A candidate who has obtained approval for advanced standing of 12 credit points under Requirement 10 may complete the Master of Laws program in one of two ways:

• 11.1 by completion of eight subjects (3 credit points each), approved from time to time by the School; or

• 11.2 by completion of five subjects (3 credit points each), approved from time to time by the School, as well as the completion of a minor thesis not exceeding 25,000 words (9 credit points).

A schedule of subjects is shown under Postgraduate Courses.

12. ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

Where a candidate, at the time of enrolment or in the course of enrolment with the prior approval of the School, has completed or completes a subject or subjects forming part of a postgraduate degree at this University or another tertiary institution, the School may in its discretion grant the candidate advanced standing towards the degree in respect of such subject or subjects. The maximum number of subjects for which advanced standing may be granted shall be two.

13. DURATION OF CANDIDATURE

For candidates granted advanced standing for professional experience the minimum period for the completion of the degree is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study. The normal period for the completion of the degree is 18 months of full-time or 36 months of part-time study. A candidate is required to complete the degree in two years of full-time or four years of part-time study, subject to an extension of such times with the approval from the Head of School.

14. EXAMINATION OF SUBJECTS

A candidate must fulfil the requirements of subjects undertaken and to a sufficient standard, as assessed by the examiner in each subject. The degree shall be awarded either with or without distinction. Degrees with distinction will be awarded where the candidate completes all credit points necessary for the degree at a grade point average of 5.5 (i.e. credit/distinction grade average).

MASTER OF MUSIC

Note: The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.

1. ENTITLEMENT TO ENROL

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Music if that person:

• 1.1 has completed at this University the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music with Honours awarded in Class I or Class II; or

• 1.2 has completed at this or another University or institution of higher education an appropriate tertiary qualification deemed equivalent to Requirement 1.1 by the faculty on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Creative Arts; or

• 1.3 has passed an appropriate qualifying course; or

• 1.4 can satisfy the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of School, that he or she has nationally recognised professional standing and is capable of undertaking a thesis at Masters level. Evidence of high standing shall normally include (a) performances, or awards and (b) testimonials from at least three recognised musicians and/or academic referees. Applicants shall also attend an interview-audition and present evidence of their qualifications/achievements; or

• 1.5 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to the requirements of 1.1.

2. TIME FOR ENROLMENT

An application to enrol for the degree shall normally be lodged with the Registrar at least eight weeks before the date on which candidature is proposed to commence.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE

A full-time candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years and a part-time candidate in not less than two years nor more than four years.

4. FIELD OF STUDY

A candidate shall pursue either practice based or theoretical research on an approved topic.

5. REQUIREMENTS

A candidate shall be required to submit for examination as directed by the Head of School.

6.1 ASSESSMENT

Assessment of the MMus involving practice-based research will take the form of an integrated thesis of at least 30,000 words related to the candidate’s practical work and a number of practical projects negotiated with the candidate’s supervisor and the Head of the School of Creative Arts.

6.2 Assessment of the MMus by research will take the form of a thesis of at least 60,000 words on an approved topic negotiated with the candidate’s supervisor and the Head of the School of Creative Arts.

6.3 On the completion of the thesis and associated submission (e.g., portfolio of compositions), the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies, prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time.

7. EXAMINATION

Two examiners shall be appointed, at least one of whom shall be external to the University, to examine the thesis and associated practical submission.

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

see also Courses, Master of Professional Accounting

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Master of Professional Accounting will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Master of Professional Accounting if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for an undergraduate degree in a non-accounting discipline, provided that the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Head of School of Business, is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Master of Professional Accounting shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 36 credit points.

3.2 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject.

4.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is 18 months of full-time study or three years part-time.

4.2 The maximum time for completion is six years.

4.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is two years.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

Candidates who have been awarded the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Accounting and who wish to use the credits obtained towards the Master of Professional Accounting will be required to surrender the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Accounting before the Master of Professional Accounting is conferred.

5.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Master of Professional Accounting, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.2 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.2 and 5.3 above shall not exceed 18 credit points.

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING (ADVANCED)

see also Courses, Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for an undergraduate degree in a non-accounting discipline, provided that the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Head of School of Business, is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 48 credit points.

3.2 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject.

4.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is two years of full-time study or four years part-time.

4.2 The maximum time for completion is eight years.

4.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is two years.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

Candidates who have been awarded the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Accounting or the Master of Professional Accounting and who wish to use the credit points obtained towards the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will be required to surrender the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Accounting or the Master of Professional Accounting before the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is conferred.

5.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced), may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.2 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.2 and 5.3 above shall not exceed 24 credit points.

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING-MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

see also Courses, Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration joint degree will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration joint degree if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for an undergraduate degree in a non-accounting discipline, provided that the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Head of School of Business is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration joint degree shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 48 credit points.

3.2 In appropriate circumstances, the Head of the School of Business and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts, may approve the selection of subjects from the suite of postgraduate subjects offered either in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts or another JCU faculty.

3.3 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school/faculty for that subject.

4.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is two years of full-time study or four years part-time.

4.2 The maximum time for completion is eight years.

4.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is two years.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

A student who has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Accounting at James Cook University may receive advanced standing for all subjects completed for those awards provided that award is surrendered.

5.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration joint degree, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.2 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.2 and 5.3 above shall not exceed 24 credit points.

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH-MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section of this Handbook.

refer to Master of Public Health-Master of Busines Administration

MASTER OF TOURISM

see also Courses, Master of Tourism

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Tourism if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, in an area deemed suitable by the Head of School and Pro-Vice-Chancellor; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1; and

• 1.3 provides to the Head of School and Pro-Vice-Chancellor satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be 18 months of full-time study or three years of part-time study. Where the candidate has received 12 credit points of advanced standing for prior learning, the normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

3. COURSE OF STUDY

A candidate shall:

• 3.1 follow the course of study shown under Postgraduate Courses;

• 3.2 attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the relevant Head of School may direct.

4.1 MAJORS

The following major is available within the Master of Tourism:

• Ecotourism.

4.2 To complete the major students must successfully undertake the course of study shown under Postgraduate Courses.

4.3 The major is to be included on the testamur.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ECONOMICS

see also Courses, Postgraduate Diploma of Economics

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for a Postgraduate Diploma of Economics if that person:

• holds or has completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or diploma either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided the qualification is equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree or diploma; or

• holds from another university a qualification regarded by the faculty as at least equivalent to the qualification listed in (a); or;

• has alternative qualifications deemed by the faculty to be appropriate for entry to the course.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall:

• follow the course of study as shown under postgraduate courses to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points and complete such placement work as is designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty;

• attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the relevant Head of School may direct;

• satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the faculty.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING

see also Courses, Graduate Diploma of Accounting

1. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Accounting if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or diploma, equivalent to an Australian bachelor or diploma qualification, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to 1.1 above; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Accounting from this University.

2.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full time study or two years part-time.

2.2 The maximum time for completion is four years.

2.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

2.4 When advanced standing for previous study has been granted the Pro-Vice-Chancellor may reduce a candidate’s period of candidature accordingly.

3. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate shall:

• 3.1 follow the course of study as shown under the Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points and complete such placement work as is designated by the Head of School of Business and approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor;

• 3.2 attend the University for such other purposes and at such times as the Head of School of Business may direct;

• 3.3 satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements designated by the relevant Head of School and approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

4.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Candidates who have been awarded the Graduate Certificate of Accounting and who wish to use the credit points obtained towards the Graduate Diploma of Accounting will be required to surrender the Graduate Certificate of Accounting before the Graduate Diploma of Accounting is conferred.

4.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Graduate Diploma of accounting, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

4.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 4.2 above.

4.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirements 4.2 and 4.3 above shall not exceed 12 credit points.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

see also Courses, Graduate Diploma of Business Administration

1. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration from this University.

2.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full time study or two years part-time.

2.2 The maximum time for completion is four years.

2.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

3.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration shall follow an approved course of study as shown under the Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

3.2 To complete the Diploma, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

4.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The faculty may give advanced standing for up to 12 credit points on the basis of successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration at this University.

4.2 The faculty may grant advanced standing for up to 12 credit points on the basis of successful completion of subjects passed in another graduate level program, at this or another institution of higher education, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration.

4.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 4.2 above.

4.4 Where the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration has not been awarded, that person’s enrolment shall be transferred to this course.

4.5 Where the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration has been awarded, it shall be surrendered before the candidate may be awarded the Graduate Diploma.

4.6 Notwithstanding the provisions of Requirement 4.1, a person who has been enrolled for the Master of Business Administration degree by coursework may transfer their enrolment to this course. The level of advanced standing will be determined by the faculty.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CREATIVE ARTS

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of School, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1.

2. ENROLMENT IN SUBJECTS

A candidate may enrol in any advanced subject for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts if he or she has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the Head of School/Associate Dean, in consultation with the course convener, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.

3. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

A candidate who has completed a subject or subjects additional to the requirements of a degree of this University may be given advanced standing for such subject(s) as are suitable for inclusion within the chosen Graduate Diploma program; subjects additional to degrees from other institutions of higher education may, when suitable, be credited up to the value of 12 credit points.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

5. PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate shall undertake 24 credit points selected from one of the disciplines or fields of study set out in Schedule A below, or an approved combination of those disciplines and follow the course of study prescribed. The prescribed course may consist of coursework alone, or of coursework together with a minor thesis of 6 credit points value.

6. CERTIFICATION OF PROGRAM OF STUDY

A convener shall be appointed by the Head of School for each course, who will certify that the proposed program of study forms a coherent whole and is at an appropriate level.

7. ASSESSMENT

To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of that subject; with the proviso that additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer-in-charge and the course convener.

8. A candidate who has qualified for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts in one discipline may enrol in another discipline in a later year.

9. The Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

Schedule A

Communication Design

Music

Photography

Theatre

Visual Arts

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

see also Courses, Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified for, or has completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or graduate diploma, equivalent to an Australian bachelor or graduate diploma qualification, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts as equivalent to Requirement 2.1; or

• 2.3 has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution from this University.

3.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is 12 months full time study or two years part time.

3.2 The maximum time for completion is four years.

3.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence is one year.

4. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 18 credit points.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

Candidates who have been awarded the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution and who wish to seek advanced standing towards the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution will be required to surrender the Graduate Certificate.

5.2 A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on behalf of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.3 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.2 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.2 and 5.3 above shall not exceed nine credit points.

6. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COURSE

Students who complete 12 credit points of study will be able to exit the course and receive a Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF LEGAL STUDIES

see also Courses, Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies may be undertaken in the School of Law and is administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelors degree provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Law, is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

3.2 An approved course of study shall normally comprise a minimum of eight (8) subjects at levels that comply with the Framework for Postgraduate Courses, which are selected the Master Schedule of Subjects with a prefix of LA and which are approved by the Head of the School of Law.

3.3 In appropriate circumstances, the Head of the School of Law may approve the selection of other subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects.

3.4 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of the agreed course of study, additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer and/or the subject coordinator.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal time for completion of the award is two teaching periods of full-time study (or the part-time equivalent).

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject which the faculty, acting on the advice of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects with a prefix of LA, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.2 The maximum advanced standing granted under 5.1 above shall not exceed 3 credit points.

5.3 Notwithstanding 5.2, a student who has completed the requirements of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies (or its equivalent) at this or another institution of higher education and who has not taken out that award may be granted advanced standing for all subjects completed as part of that course of study.

5.4 A student who has completed the requirements of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies at this University and who has taken out that award may be granted advanced standing for all subjects completed as part of that course of study upon surrendering the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies.

5.5 A student shall not otherwise be granted advanced standing for subjects completed as part of a Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies (or its equivalent) completed at this or another institution of higher education.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF TOURISM

see also Courses, Graduate Diploma of Tourism

Note: The Graduate Diploma of Tourism is not offered in 2008.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Tourism if that person

• 1.1 has completed an approved three-year undergraduate degree; or

• 1.2 has qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 1.1;

and has demonstrated at interview suitability to undertake the course.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

3. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Candidates shall complete a minimum of 24 credit points with 12 credit points from Schedule I and the remainder selected from Schedule II (shown under Postgraduate Courses) or other subjects deemed suitable by the Head of School and Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

4. The Graduate Diploma of Tourism shall be awarded in the following classes:

• Distinction

• Pass.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Accounting

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Certificate of Accounting will be administered by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Accounting if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for an undergraduate degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor as equivalent to Requirement 2.1; or

• 2.3 has appropriate work experience with a minimum of five years full-time, at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

3.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of Accounting shall follow the approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

3.2 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject.

4.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is six months full time study or one year part-time.

4.2 The maximum time for completion is three years.

4.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject at graduate level which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on the advice of the Head of School of Business, deems to be equivalent to a subject offered at graduate level by JCU, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.2 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.1 above.

5.3 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirements 5.1 and 5.2 above shall not exceed six credit points.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Business Administration

1. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree, equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 has appropriate managerial work experience, with a minimum of five years full-time, at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2.1 AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration shall follow an approved course of study as shown under the Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

2.2 To complete the Graduate Certificate, a candidate shall satisfy the written, practical and other examination requirements set out in subject outlines and approved by the faculty.

3.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is six months full time study or one year part-time.

3.2 The maximum time for completion is three years.

3.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

4. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

No advanced standing will be awarded towards the Certificate.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution will be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified for, or has completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or graduate diploma, equivalent to an Australian bachelor or graduate diploma qualification, either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one teaching period of full time study or two teaching periods part time.

3.2 The maximum time for completion is two years.

3.3 The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence is one year.

4. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution shall follow an approved course of study, as shown under Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject in another graduate level program, which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, acting on behalf of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject required for the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.2 In exceptional circumstances, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Faculty) may approve advanced standing outside the limits defined by 5.1 above.

5.4 The maximum advanced standing granted under Requirement 5.1 and 5.2 above shall not exceed six credit points.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ECOTOURISM

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Ecotourism

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Ecotourism course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 in exceptional cases, has provided to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted advanced standing under Requirement 3, a candidate shall follow the prescribed course of study of subjects totalling 12 credit points.

3.1. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give advanced standing for up to three credit points on the basis of equivalent subjects, that have not been credited towards another degree, completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

3.2. Except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until advanced standing has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of International Hospitality Management

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of International Hospitality Management shall follow an approved course of study, as outlined in Postgraduate Courses, to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

2. ADMISSION/ENTRY TO THE COURSE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of International Hospitality Management if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelor degree provided that the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the advice of the Head of School, is satisfied that the standard and subjects of the previous studies are adequate for the purposes of undertaking the course; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the advice of the Head of School, as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one teaching period of full-time study (usually six months) or a maximum of two years for part-time study.

4. The maximum time for completion is three years.

5. The maximum amount of time a student can take leave of absence from the course is one year.

6. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain for advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

7. A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject which the Pro-Vice-Chancellor , acting on the advice of the Head of School, deems to be equivalent to a subject offered at graduate level by JCU, may be granted advanced standing for that subject..

8. The maximum advanced standing granted shall not exceed six credit points.

9. There is no advanced standing for undergraduate subjects.

10. Advanced standing for previous study granted towards the Graduate Certificate of International Hospitality Management may only be granted for study undertaken in the previous five years.

11. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DEGREE

A candidate who has failed the final subject towards the degree and who has gained 40% or more of the marks for that subject may be granted a supplementary examination in that subject.

12. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF LEGAL STUDIES

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COURSE

The Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies may be undertaken in the School of Law and is administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies if that person:

• 2.1 has qualified at this or another University for a Bachelor’s degree, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of the School of Law is satisfied that the standard and the subjects of the previous study are adequate for the proposed course of study; or

• 2.2 has other qualifications and/or experience recognised by the faculty as equivalent to Requirement 2.1.

3.1 PROGRAM OF STUDY

A candidate for the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

3.2 An approved course of study shall normally comprise a minimum of four (4) subjects at levels that comply with the Framework for Postgraduate Courses, which are selected from the Master Schedule of Subjects with a prefix of LA and which are approved by the Head of the School of Law.

3.3 In appropriate circumstances, the Head of the School of Law may approve the selection of other subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects with a prefix of LA.

3.4 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of the agreed course of study, additional or alternative work at graduate level will be agreed between the student, the lecturer and/or the subject coordinator.

4. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

The normal time for completion of the award is one teaching period of full-time study (or the part-time equivalent).

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING FOR OTHER STUDIES

A student who, at this or another institution of higher education, has passed a subject which the faculty, acting on the advice of the Head of the School of Law, deems to be equivalent to a subject listed in Table VI of the Master Schedule of Subjects, may be granted advanced standing for that subject.

5.2 The maximum advanced standing granted under 5.1 above shall not exceed 3 credit points.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF TOURISM

see also Courses, Graduate Certificate of Tourism

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATURE

A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Tourism course if that person:

• 1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate undergraduate degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education; or

• 1.2 has other qualifications recognised by the faculty as equivalent to those specified in Requirement 1.1; or

• 1.3 in exceptional cases, has provided to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor satisfactory evidence of sufficient and appropriate work experience at a senior level acceptable to the faculty.

2. PROGRAM OF STUDY

Unless granted advanced standing under Requirement 3, a candidate shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 12 credit points.

3.1. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

The Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Head of the appropriate School, may give advanced standing for up to three credit points on the basis of equivalent subjects, that have not been credited towards another degree, completed at this University or another institution of higher education approved by the faculty.

3.2. Except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, a candidate may not enrol for any subject until advanced standing has been obtained for any prerequisite subject or subjects as listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Students are advised that all subjects are offered on condition that staff and resources are available.

CONTENTS

ACCOUNTING

Postgraduate studies in accounting are available within the following suite of courses:

• Graduate Certificate of Accounting (12 credit points)

• Graduate Diploma of Accounting (24 credit points)

• Master of Professional Accounting (36 credit points)

• Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) (48 credit points)

• Master of Professional Accounting- Master of Business Administration (48 credit points)

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane

The course provides graduates from other disciplines, who wish to undertake studies in professional accounting, with an avenue to do so. It allows them, within prerequisite constraints, to choose a full range of accounting and related business subjects tailored to fulfil the entry requirements of the professional accounting bodies in Australia.

Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit points comprising the following core subjects:

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING (ADVANCED)

Cairns

The course provides graduates from other disciplines, who wish to undertake studies in professional accounting, with an avenue to do so. It allows them, within prerequisite constraints, to choose a full range of accounting and related business subjects tailored to fulfil the entry requirements of the professional accounting bodies in Australia.

Students must complete a minimum of 48 credit points comprising the following core subjects:

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING-MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Townsville, Cairn, Brisbane

The course provides graduates from other disciplines, who wish to pursue studies in professional accounting, with an avenue to do so. It allows them, within prerequisite constraints, to choose a full range of accounting and related business subjects tailored to fulfil the entry requirements of the professional accounting bodies in Australia. It also enables students to complete a formal postgraduate management qualification, reflected by the MBA component of the joint degree.

Students must complete a minimum of 48 credit points comprising the following core subjects:

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane

This Diploma provides a “conversion” course for non-accounting graduates. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma of Accounting and who wish to pursue their studies in accounting will be granted advanced standing towards the following:

• Master of Professional Accounting

• Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)

• Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration

The course runs over a one-year period in the full-time mode, or over a two-year period in the part-time mode.

Students are required to complete a minimum of 24 credit points (eight subjects) selected from the following subjects:

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane

This course provides an appropriate qualification for graduates from other disciplines who wish to undertake studies in accounting at a preliminary level. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate of Accounting and who wish to pursue their studies in accounting, will be granted advanced standing towards the following:

• Graduate Diploma of Accounting

• Master of Professional Accounting

• Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)

• Master of Professional Accounting - Master of Business Administration

The Graduate Certificate of Accounting also provides an exit qualification for those students who do not wish to continue their studies.

Students must complete a minimum of 12 credit points of subjects selected from the following subjects:

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

Guangzhou

The Master of International Professional Accounting is currently offered at the University’s campus at Guangzhou, China. In the future, it may be offered at other locations in China or elsewhere.

The course aims to enable graduates from various backgrounds to undertake studies leading to admission to the accounting profession. It provides international perspectives on accounting, finance and business through relevant disciplinary and applied studies.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

(See Accounting)

Facilities are also available for studies towards the award of Doctor of Philosophy.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See Management)

COMMERCE

MASTER OF COMMERCE

Note: The Master of Commerce (by Coursework) is not offered in 2008.

The degree of Master of Commerce may be taken in the fields of advanced accounting/financial management/ business law either with a combination of coursework and a research thesis or primarily through coursework.

The research degree comprises a program of six credit points selected from the list of graduate subjects and a research thesis equivalent to 18 credit points.

The coursework degree comprises a program of 18 credit points selected from the list of graduate subjects together with a report of about 8,000 to 10,000 words (six credit points) on a project or investigation approved by the Head of School.

Candidates for the degree of Master of Commerce must select from the following schedule, a set of subjects totalling six credit points for the research degree or 18 credit points for the coursework degree. Not all subjects will be offered in any one year.

SUBJECT SCHEDULE — MASTER OF COMMERCE

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF COMMERCE

Note: The Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce is not offered in 2008.

The Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce provides an opportunity for existing graduates in Commerce, or a related discipline, to extend and deepen their knowledge of the relevant subject areas. The Postgraduate Diploma is equivalent to a masters qualifying examination and candidates must have graduated with a corresponding Bachelor Degree, or possess an equivalent qualification. The Postgraduate Diploma is a coursework award.

The specified subjects will normally be based on a minimum of three credit points per subject and the value of any required thesis or dissertation will not be more than 12 credit points. A thesis or dissertation will normally be required for a candidate who subsequently seeks admission to a Masters Degree by research.

Subject to the guidelines regarding theses or dissertations described above, a candidate who has been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma at the Class of Credit or higher will have qualified for admission to the corresponding Masters Degree by research or coursework.

COMMUNICATION DESIGN

(See Creative Arts)

CREATIVE ARTS

Postgraduate studies across the Creative Arts are available through the School of Creative Arts. Awards include the Graduate Diploma of Creative Arts, the Master of Music, the Master of Creative Arts, the Master of Arts and the Doctor of Philosophy. Research and creative activities may be pursued in any of a wide range of aspects of the Creative Arts (see Award Requirements).

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Postgraduate training in dispute resolution is offered within three nested courses, the Graduate Certificate of Dispute Resolution, the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution and the Master of Dispute Resolution. The Graduate Certificate offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills in negotiation and mediation. The masters course offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills in negotiation, mediation and other forms of dispute resolution, in addition to an understanding of how such processes are situated in a range of contexts and systems.

The courses are offered by Limited Attendance mode with a limited amount of workshop attendance required in Cairns. Students will be expected to allow 95 hours of study time and 35 hours of class contact time per subject.

It is anticipated that graduates would be able to achieve accreditation as accredited mediators by the IAMA (Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators Australia).

MASTER OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Townsville

Students must complete a minimum of 24 credit points of subjects comprising two core subjects (6 credit points) and 18 credit points of options as outlined below.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Townsville

Students must complete the two core subjects (6 credit points) plus 12 credit points of options from the following:

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Townsville

Students must complete a minimum of 12 credit points of subjects comprising two core subjects and 6 credit points of options from the following:

ECONOMICS

It is possible to pursue postgraduate studies towards a Postgraduate Diploma of Economics, a Master of Economics and Doctor of Philosophy.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The PhD is a three-year full-time program. Applicants should consult the Director of Research (Business).

MASTER OF ECONOMICS

Townsville

The Master of Economics by research is a one to two year full-time program. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor degree with at least second class honours in economics. There is no formal coursework and the assessment is based on a thesis describing and assessing the research work carried out.

The Master of Economics by coursework is a two year full-time program, as outlined in the schedule below. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor degree or a Postgraduate Diploma of Economics.

MASTER OF ECONOMICS BY COURSEWORK (WITH OPTION FOR MINOR THESIS)

• 1. Students with limited prior economics may be required to take EC5103:03 Business Economics (or equivalent). Similarly students who have limited quantitative skills may be required to take EC5203:03 Business Statistics (or equivalent). In these cases, the student may apply to the head of program to vary course requirements.

• 2. Candidates who have been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics from James Cook University and who wish to use the credits obtained towards the Master of Economics will be required to surrender the Postgraduate Diploma of Economics before the Master of Economics is conferred.

• 3. Students who have passed subjects that are equivalent in nature to those listed above, may apply for advanced standing for such subject(s), up to a maximum of 12 credit points.

• 4. Students who have passed more than 12 credit points in subjects that are equivalent in nature to those listed above, may only apply for advanced standing for 12 credit points. However, they may be exempted from other ‘equivalent’ credit points, taking approved options in their place, or extending the size of the thesis to fulfil course requirements.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ECONOMICS

Townsville

The Postgraduate Diploma of Economics is a one year full-time program. Entry requirements include an approved bachelor’s degree. Evaluation is normally by coursework.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ECONOMICS BY COURSEWORK

• 1. Students with limited prior economics may be required to take EC5103:03 Business Economics (or equivalent). Similarly students who have limited quantitative skills may be required to take EC5203:03 Statistics for Business (or equivalent). In these cases, the student may apply to the head of program to vary course requirements.

• 2. Students who have passed subjects that are equivalent in nature to those listed above, may apply for advanced standing for such subject(s), up to a maximum of 12 credit points.

• 3. Students who have passed more than 12 credit points in subjects that are equivalent in nature to those listed above, may only apply for advanced standing for 12 credit points. However, they may be exempted from other ‘equivalent’ credit points, taking approved options in their place to fulfil course requirements.

ECOTOURISM

(see Tourism)

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

(See Commerce)

HOSPITALITY

(See Tourism and Hospitality Management)

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

(See Management)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

(See the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology section of this Handbook)

LEGAL STUDIES

The Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies and the Graduate Certificate of Legal Studies are offered by the School of Law. The courses are designed for graduates who wish to undertake legal studies, in specialist areas relevant to their present or intended employment, but not the full LLB qualification required for admission to practice.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF LEGAL STUDIES

24 credit points of subjects selected from Tables VI and H of the Master Schedule of Subjects.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF LEGAL STUDIES

12 credit points of subjects selected from Tables VI and H of the Master Schedule of Subjects.

MANAGEMENT

The School of Business offers a Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, a Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, a Corporate Master of Business Administration, a Master of Business Administration, the joint degrees of Master of Public Health-Master of Business Administration, Master of Professional Accounting-Master of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration-Master of Information Technology and PhD study.

The School of Business seeks to:

• provide good quality courses, in the area of management, which are seen as relevant to the changing needs of Australia and our Asian and Pacific neighbours;

• underpin courses with a sound research base;

• be globally aware and sensitive to the changing demands of management;

• strengthen existing links and build new links with business, commerce, government, the local community and international academic communities;

• maintain professional and ethical standards in dealings with clients and stakeholders;

• support sound business ethics, the preservation of the natural environment and the promotion of sustainable growth.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The Management Program provides appropriate supervision for a Doctor of Philosophy degree. The diversity of possible topics is considerable and the student may work within one or across other program areas (Tourism, Economics, Accounting and Finance, Management) when studying for the PhD degree.

CORPORATE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Brisbane

The Corporate MBA is designed to equip senior managers with the necessary knowledge, analytical ability and management skills to consolidate and expand their career aspirations and increase their mobility as senior executives in the Australian and global labour markets.

The course enhances expertise in strategic thinking, critical analysis, developing and implementing plans, decision making under uncertainty, understanding organisational dynamics, motivating others, effective communications, leadership, effectiveness in dynamic environments, and promoting change. Corporate MBA students develop advanced competency in a number of key disciplines: accounting; finance; marketing; strategy and human resource management. Specific skills tailored to meet the needs of today’s rapidly changing enterprises are introduced: corporate finance; corporate accounting; marketing; innovation; operations management; employment relations; management; leading; and managing information systems.

Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 36 credit points. Subjects will be conducted in an appropriate sequence for a cohort with the Workplace Project being substantially completed at the end of the sequence.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Singapore

Majors:

• Accounting and Finance

• Dispute Resolution

• Educational Leadership

• Human Resource Management

• Marketing

The MBA is intended primarily for those students who have a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, for those with non-business/commerce undergraduate degrees, and for those with an undergraduate business/commerce degree who require more advanced study and/or an updating of their knowledge. It satisfies a strong need in both the private and public sectors for upgrading and improving administrative knowledge and skills for managers and equipping them with advanced knowledge of the major emergent developments and themes in business. Completion of this qualification also prepares students for further advanced study in business administration.

Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 36 credit points from postgraduate business administration subjects listed in the MBA Schedule below:

There is also scope within the course to pursue a four-subject major using approved postgraduate subjects from schools within the University and from an approved external campus. The MBA with a major contributes to the needs of those students requiring an advanced postgraduate qualification in business administration with a specialist focus on a particular profession or industry area. This meets the demands of specialist managers and those wishing to pursue management careers in particular professions or industry.

Instead of selecting all subjects from the schedule above, students may choose to complete the Master of Business Administration with a major (majors are not offered at all locations).

Students wishing to pursue a major within the MBA must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credit points from postgraduate business administration subjects selected from the MBA Schedule above.

PLUS

A further 12 credit points of study in an MBA major approved by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts.

In the first instance approval must be granted by the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts and then by the appropriate school offering the major subjects.

The above approval must be granted prior to the student commencing these major subjects.

The course structures for the approved majors Accounting and Finance, Dispute Resolution, Educational Leadership, Human Resource Management and Marketing and are outlined below.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Singapore,

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Townsville

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Townsville, Cairns, Singapore

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Singapore

MARKETING

Singapore

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

There is a growing demand for graduates skilled in a range of multimedia, computing, networking and software technologies. In addition there is a worldwide demand for graduates with critical business skills for managing in the twenty-first century. The objectives of the course are to provide theory and practical skills in accounting, finance, management, marketing and operations management together with multimedia, computing, networking and software technologies.

Course Coordinators:

Mr Noel Richards (MBA) School of Business Telephone: (07) 4781 6163 Email: noel.richards@jcu.edu.au

School of Information Technology Telephone: (07) 4781 4624 Email: infotech@jcu.edu.au

Students must complete subjects to 48 credit points as follows:

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (EXTENDED)

There is a growing demand for graduates skilled in a range of multimedia, computing, networking and software technologies. In addition, there is a worldwide demand for graduates with critical business skills for managing in the twenty-first century. This joint degree at JCU provides such skills, for students who have limited IT backgrounds.

Students must complete subjects to 60 credit points as follows:

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH-MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section in this Handbook.)

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Singapore, SIMA

Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 24 credit points selected from postgraduate business administration subjects listed in the MBA Schedule in the Master of Business Administration.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Singapore, SIMA

Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit points selected from postgraduate business administration subjects listed in the MBA Schedule in the Master of Business Administration.

MARKETING

(See Management)

MUSIC

A Master of Music is offered through the School of Creative Arts (see Creative Arts).

PHOTOGRAPHY

(See Creative Arts)

PUBLIC HEALTH/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(See the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences section of this Handbook.)

THEATRE

Theatre studies for the degree of Master of Creative Arts, Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy may be undertaken through the School of Creative Arts (see Creative Arts).

TOURISM

The JCU Tourism Program has been recognised by the World Tourism Organisation as an elite tourism education provider since 1993. Tourism is located within the School of Business. The School publishes Australia’s leading international tourism journal, The Journal of Tourism Studies, and is a focus for tourism research in three national cooperative research centres.

The School aims to produce graduates who have the following skills and qualities: specific working skills and knowledge (eg familiarity with current industry and practices); professional learning skills (eg knowing how to approach new problems); and interpersonal skills (eg ability to work with others).

Postgraduate tourism studies offered in the School include the Master of Tourism which can be taken either as a general degree or Ecotourism specialisation. Students in the Master of Tourism will complete the specified subjects and may undertake a report focussing on tourism or ecotourism issues.

Additionally, there is a Master of Administration (Tourism) which is a thesis-only based research degree and a PhD by thesis program and a one year Graduate Diploma of Tourism.

MASTER OF TOURISM

Townsville, Cairns

1. Coursework Requirements for the general degree

• 1.1 A candidate must complete 36 credit points.

  • 1.1.1 In the case of a candidate who has not received advanced standing for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes those 36 credit points are to comprise:

    TO5060:03	Tourism Analysis
    and
    3 credit points selected from:
    TO5002:03	Introduction to Tourism and the Environment
    TO5006:03	Tourist and Customer Behaviour Management
    TO5007:03	International Tourism
    and
    24 credit points selected from any TO5 subject
    and
    6 credit points selected from subjects with a prefix of: BT5, BZ5, EV5, HI5, IA5, JN5, LB5, MB5, TO5 or ZL5.
    Note: Students will only be permitted to enrol in TO5061 if they achieve a Distinction or better in TO5060.

  • 1.1.2 In the case of a candidate who has received advanced standing (up to a maximum of 12 credit points) for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes the balance of the 36 credit points must comprise:

    TO5060:03	Tourism Analysis
    and
    3 credit points selected from:
    TO5002:03	Introduction to Tourism and the Environment
    TO5006:03	Tourist and Customer Behaviour Management
    TO5007:03	International Tourism
    and
    At least 12 credit points selected from any TO5 subject
    and
    The remainder selected from subjects with a prefix of: BT5, BZ5, EV5, HI5, IA5, JN5, LB5, MB5, TO5 or ZL5.
    Note: Students will only be permitted to enrol in TO5061 if they achieve a Distinction or better in TO5060.

2. Coursework Requirements for the Degree with specialisation in the field of Ecotourism

• 2.1 A candidate must complete 36 credit points.

  • 2.1.1 In the case of a candidate who has not received advanced standing for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes those 36 credit points are to comprise:

    TO5060:03	Tourism Analysis
    and
    12 credit points selected from:
    TO5002:03	Introduction to Tourism and the Environment
    TO5025:03	Ecotourism and Wildlife Tourism Management (Townsville)
    or
    TO5033:03	Australian Ecotourism and Wildlife Tourism Management (Cairns)
    TO5026:03	Ecologically Sustainable Tourism Planning and Management (Townsville)
    or
    TO5031:03	Tourism Issues in Developing Countries (Cairns)
    LB5203:03	Sustainable Enterprise
    and
    15 credit points selected from any TO5 subject
    and
    6 credit points selected from subjects with a prefix of: BT5, BZ5, EV5, HI5, IA5, JN5, LB5, MB5, TO5 or ZL5.
    Note: Students will only be permitted to enrol in TO5062:06 (Masters Project in Ecotourism) if they achieve a Distinction or better in TO5060.

  • 2.1.2 In the case of a candidate who has received advanced standing (up to a maximum of 12 credit points) for prior learning following the faculty’s approval processes the balance of the 36 credit points must comprise:

    TO5060:03	Tourism Analysis
    and
    12 credit points selected from:
    TO5002:03	Introduction to Tourism and the Environment
    TO5025:03	Ecotourism and Wildlife Tourism Management (Townsville)
    or
    TO5033:03	Australian Ecotourism and Wildlife Tourism Management (Cairns)
    TO5026:03	Ecologically Sustainable Tourism Planning and Management (Townsville)
    or
    TO5031:03	Tourism Issues in Developing Countries (Cairns)
    LB5203:03	Sustainable Enterprise
    and
    At least3 credit points selected from any TO5 subject
    and
    The remainder selected from subjects with a prefix of: BT5, BZ5, EV5, HI5, IA5, JN5, LB5, MB5, TO5 or ZL5.
    Note: Students will only be permitted to enrol in TO5062:06 (Masters Project in Ecotourism) if they achieve a Distinction or better in TO5060.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ECOTOURISM

Townsville, Cairns

This is a four subject (12 credit points) course designed to give students some core information on key environmental tourism topics. The Graduate Certificate of Ecotourism acts an independent award but the subjects studied form a subset of the Graduate Diploma of Tourism, Master of Tourism and Master of Tourism (Ecotourism).

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF TOURISM

Note: The Graduate Diploma of Tourism is not offered in 2008.

SCHEDULE I

SCHEDULE II

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF TOURISM

Townsville, Cairns

This is a four subject (12 credit points) course designed to give students new skills and knowledge in key areas of tourism. The Graduate Certificate acts as an independent award but the subjects studied form a subset of the Graduate Diploma of Tourism, Master of Tourism and Master of Tourism (Ecotourism).

Students may select up to 12 credit points from:

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Brisbane

The aim of this course is to develop student knowledge in the areas of business, hospitality management and tourism management with a view to ethical professional empowerment.

The Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management requires students to complete a minimum of 36 credit points. Subjects will usually be presented and should preferably be undertaken in the following sequence for a cohort.

The award of the Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management may be at Distinction level where student performance across the degree is an overall Grade Point Average of 6.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Cairns, Brisbane

The aim of this course is to develop and enhance student knowledge in the area of international hospitality management with a view to ethical professional empowerment, strategic management of diversity and sustainability and a novel understanding of the nature, origins and meanings of hospitality.

The Graduate Certificate of International Hospitality Management requires students to complete all 12 credit points as follows:

VISUAL ARTS

(See Creative Arts)