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Course rules and resolutions

 

Master of Business Administration in Leadership and Enterprise


These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2014 (the 'Coursework Rule'), the Coursework Policy 2014, the Resolutions of the School, the University of Sydney (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as amended), the Academic Honesty in Coursework Policy 2015 and the Academic Honesty Procedures 2016. Up to date versions of all such documents are available from the Policy Register: http://sydney.edu.au/policies.

Course Resolutions

1 Course codes

Code

Course title

 

Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise)

 

2 Attendance pattern

The attendance pattern for this course is full time only.

3 Master's type

The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional master's course, as defined by the Coursework Policy.

4 Admission to candidature

(1)
Available places will be offered to qualified applicants based on merit, according to the following admissions criteria:
(a)
Australian Qualifications Framework Level 7 or higher qualification with a minimum credit average (or equivalent) at an institution approved by the Business School;
(b)
relevant professional work experience of no less than 3 years, as defined by the Business School,
(c)
statement of motivation that demonstrates clear evidence that the candidate has researched the program and has the capability and mindset to learn in an experiential environment;
(d)
pass a selection interview establishing the candidate's suitability for the degree whereby students will be required to demonstrate an ability to analyse a case study from multiple perspectives and within different contexts (the case study will be selected by the Business School);
(e)
satisfaction of English language requirements; and
(f)
any other minimum standards specified by the Business School.
(2)
In exceptional circumstances the School may admit candidates without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the School, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.

5 Requirements for award

(1)
The units of study that may be taken for the course/s are set out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Business Administration(Leadership and Enterprise).
(2)
To qualify for the award of the degree a candidate must complete 72 credit points, comprising:
(a)
66 credit points in core units of study; and
(b)
a 6 credit point capstone unit of study.

6 Progression rules

(1)
Candidates must achieve a minimum credit average (65%) in the first four units of study.
(2)
Candidates who successfully complete but do not achieve a minimum credit average in the first four units of study will be eligible for the award of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration*.
(3)
Unless otherwise permitted, candidates must complete the units of study in a prescribed sequence as specified by the Business School.

* Please refer to the University of Sydney Business School Credit Provisions for clarification on credit transfer.

7 Cross-institutional study

(1)
Cross-institutional study and international exchange may be available by means of formal partnership agreements.
(2)
In exceptional circumstances cross-institutional study to a maximum of 24 credit points may be available to candidates outside of formal partnership agreements, subject to prior approval by the School.

8 Course transfer

A candidate for the Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise) may elect to discontinue study and graduate with either the Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, with the approval of the School, and provided the requirements of the shorter award have been met.*

* Please refer to the University of Sydney Business School Credit Provisions for clarification on credit transfer.

9 Recognition of prior learning

(1)
Credit or waivers may be granted in recognition of prior learning.
(a)
Candidates may be eligible for credit of up to 36 credit points for relevant postgraduate studies where no award has been, or will be made.
(2)
Credit to a maximum of 36 credit points may be granted on the basis of learning undertaken with an approved provider deemed by the Business School to be of equivalent standard to the Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise).
(3)
Notwithstanding any credit granted, in order to qualify for an award a student must complete at least 50 per cent of the course requirements whilst enrolled in the award course.