Postgraduate courses

Curtin Business School has a range of specialised postgraduate qualifications by coursework (taught courses) or research.

Coursework

Coursework progams lead to Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Masters qualifications. Most coursework units are made up of specialised courses in a structured lecture / tutorial format with ongoing assessment and an examination at the end.

You can view courses by 'Study Area' or 'Qualification'

» Accounting

» Business Law / Legal studies

» Business Leadership

» Economics / Finance

» Human Resource Management / Industrial Relations

» Information Systems / Technology

» International Business

» Logistics / Strategic Procurement / Supply Chain

» Management

» Marketing / Public Relations

» Property

» Taxation

Higher degree by research

A higher degree by research is a program at Master's or Doctoral level in which at least two-thirds of the study program involves research. Although some coursework may be required to be completed, a higher degree by research generally does not follow a structure of lectures, tutorials, assessment items and examinations. Instead, the main part of the work will be in the form of a thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor and other thesis committee members.

Higher degree by research students form a close relationship with their supervisor and research projects can last several years. To apply for a higher degree by research - either at Master or Doctorate level - a proposed course of study will need to be approved by the relevant Divisional Graduate Studies Committee.

Find out more about Research courses

Honours degree

An Honours degree is an additional year of study following a undergraduate bachelor degree.

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Postgraduate course types

Graduate Certificate

A four unit course for both graduates and individuals with no academic qualifications, but with relevant work experience. Can be completed in one semester full-time (or equivalent part-time).

Graduate Diploma

An eight unit course for non-business degree graduates with relevant work experience. Can be completed in one year full-time (or equivalent part-time).

Master

A twelve or sixteen unit course for graduates wanting to develop expertise in a particular area of business. Can be completed in 18 months or two years full-time (or equivalent part-time).

Master of Commerce

Requirements may vary. Courses may be a combination of research and coursework. The course can be completed in two years full-time (or equivalent part-time).

Postgraduate Diploma

An eight unit course for graduates to advance expertise in their undergraduate area of specialisation. Can be completed in one year full- time (or equivalent part-time).