Master of Engineering Management, Master of Business Administration

2024 course information for Domestic Students
2024 course information for International Students

updated 6:02 AM on Wed, 24 May

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International snapshot

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Duration
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
2 years full-time
Location
Gold Coast
Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
Start date
March, July, October
February, June, October
Course code
1229100
Course abbreviation
MEM, MBA
Credit points
192
Equivalent units
16
CRICOS
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Fees
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Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.

Course overview

Leading a large infrastructure project takes a huge amount of skill and expertise in both business and engineering disciplines — from understanding the financials, to managing staff and resources, all with incredibly effective communication.

This unique two-year double degree is offered at our beachside Gold Coast campus on the doorstep of an international airport. It is taught by industry experts to prepare you as an innovator and leader.

Hone your skills in project and strategic asset management, stakeholder engagement, accounting and economics, and managing digital enterprises. Undertake a research investigation and complete a significant project on a topic you can apply to real world problems.

Graduates will be recognised as experts in their field, with skills highly attractive across industries, both in the government or private sector, or as a consultant.

 

Leading a large infrastructure project takes a huge amount of skill and expertise in both business and engineering disciplines — from understanding the financials, to managing staff and resources, all with incredibly effective communication.

This unique two-year double degree is offered at our beachside Gold Coast campus on the doorstep of an international airport. It is taught by industry experts to prepare you as an innovator and leader.

Hone your skills in project and strategic asset management, stakeholder engagement, accounting and economics, and managing digital enterprises. Undertake a research investigation and complete a significant project on a topic you can apply to real world problems.

Graduates will be recognised as experts in their field, with skills highly attractive across industries, both in the government or private sector, or as a consultant.

 

Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.

Entry requirements

See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.

  1. A four (4) year undergraduate degree in engineering, or in a cognate discipline; or
  2. A three (3) year undergraduate degree in engineering, or in a cognate discipline, plus at least two (2) years of documented relevant work experience; or
  3. Demonstrated relevant prior learning and/or relevant industry experience deemed equivalent to items a. or b. above.

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

CategoryScore
Overall Score6.5

About the course

Major areas of study include strategic infrastructure asset management, stakeholder engagement, engineering for a sustainable future, project management, and leadership and management.

Domestic students

Location Teaching period
Gold CoastTerm  1, Term  3, Term  5

International students

Location Teaching period Annual Fees CRICOS
Gold CoastTerm  1, Term  3, Term  5$31,920 ($3,990 per unit)094098G
MelbourneTerm  1, Term  3, Term  5$36,320 ($4,540 per unit)0101720
PerthTerm  1, Term  3, Term  5$36,320 ($4,540 per unit)0101720
SydneyTerm  1, Term  3, Term  5$36,320 ($4,540 per unit)0101720

Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions.

How to apply

Where and when do you want to study?

Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.

Australian/Domestic students

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Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Business Administration students must complete the equivalent of 16 core units (192 credit points).

Exit Awards

Students may be eligible to exit with the Master of Engineering Management after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 7 Engineering Management core units and any 1 other unit.

Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 6 Business Administration core units and any 2 other units.

Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 Business Administration core units.

Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 2 Engineering Management core units and any 2 other units.


Course structure


Schedule of units

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes

Core Units

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
PLAN5001Smart Liveable Cities
PROJ5006Strategic Asset Management
PBHL5002Risk and Resilience Engineering
ENGN6002Engineering Management for a Sustainable Future
PROJ5005Stakeholder Engagement in Engineering
PROJ6002Applied Research Project I
PROJ6004Applied Research Project II

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
ACCT6004Finance
MGMT6002The Positive Leader
PROJ5001Project Management
BUSN6004Managing Information Systems
BUSN6005Strategy and Case Analysis
ACCT6015Corporate Governance
ACCT5002Accounting for Managers
BUSN5003Management Communication
MGMT5002Organisational Behaviour



Why choose SCU?

Excellence in research

Outstanding ratings of 'at world standard' or above in 23 research fields.

Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) 2018

Top 200 Young Universities

Only 25 years young and ranked in the top 200 universities in the world.

Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020

Outstanding student support

5-Star Student Support across undergraduate and postgraduate studies

Good Universities Guide 2021

Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate and synthesise a complex issue or theory from a discipline area to arrive at a conclusion/decision with justification.

Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement, and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment.

Apply and integrate industry relevant research principles and methods to complex management situations.

Apply well-developed management principles using critical thinking skills to work autonomously or collaboratively to solve complex industry problems

Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of a specialist body of management knowledge to industry specific problems.

Attain well-developed management skills through reflective practice

Design and coordinate systemic approaches to complex problem solving in a business context.

Creatively apply sustainability principles in the management of industry projects.

Develop innovative solutions to complex business problems.

Apply ethical frameworks, well-developed judgment and self reflection in an industrial context.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of complex ethical and socially responsible business practices informed by a global perspective.

Engage with diverse cultural and Indigenous perspectives within management environments.

Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of a specialist body of management knowledge to industry specific problems.

Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a body of knowledge in one or more discipline areas.

Critically evaluate and synthesise a complex issue or theory from a discipline area to arrive at a conclusion/decision with justification

Apply ethical frameworks, well-developed judgement and self-reflection in an industrial context.

Apply and integrate industry relevant research principles and methods to complex management situations.

Attain well-developed management skills through reflective practice.

Apply well-developed management principles using critical thinking skills to work autonomously or collaboratively to solve complex industry problems

Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement, and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment

Apply a professional industry standard to communicate to a variety of audiences.

Apply expert communication and collaboration skills to inform and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Engage with diverse cultural and indigenous perspectives within management environments.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of culturally appropriate business practices informed by a global perspective.

Apply professional industry standard to communicate to a variety of audiences.


Assessment methods

Units typically include written and/or oral assignments that match real-life work tasks: reports, literature reviews, discussion board posts, case studies, presentations, research studies and plans. We support your performance via activities that scaffold learning and act as a rehearsal space for the assessments.

Teaching methods

On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.

Our online study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.

Career opportunities

Graduates will have enhanced employment opportunities within organisations seeking engineers with advanced skills in management, technology and problem solving. The course prepares students for senior engineering roles as well as management, leadership or consultant roles within a diverse range of industries.

Professional recognition

Units undertaken in this course may count towards your continuing professional development (CPD) requirements with Engineers Australia or your relevant professional registering body. 

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Institute of Management (AIM).

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