What is an MBA & Master of Public Health?
This dual degree combines leadership & management training with a range of public health skills. It is designed for health professionals with an undergraduate degree or recognised professional qualification in a relevant discipline.
You will further develop your cognitive, technical and creative skills to make effective decisions in a global context. You will also develop strong business acumen, and develop a deeper understanding of environmental health issues, health policies, along with knowledge of the cultural determinants of health and health programming
This course is provided by Chifley Business School and delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd CRICOS Provider Code: 03389E.
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Key Information
Where can I study
Where can I studyAdelaide, Sydney, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne
Online. International students must not enrol into any more than a third or 33% of online subjects over their course and must study at least one subject that is face to face in each trimester.Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided assurance that exceptions will be made to the usual face-to-face learning requirements.
Workload
Workload10 hours per subject, per week. International students on a student visa are required to study full time, i.e. the student must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year.
Course Duration
Course DurationAccelerated: 4 trimesters
Full-time: 2 years (6 trimesters)
Part-time: options available
Why Study at Torrens
It’s study that suits you, with flexible online delivery taught by leading industry experienced lecturers, to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to achieve your career goals.
FLEXIBILITY TO SUIT YOUR SCHEDULE
Small class sizes designed for collaboration to fast-track your development in a supportive environment where you will know your peers and lecturers personally. Your success coach will focus on improving your employability, and their inside information will give you the edge you need to get ahead of the competition.
PERSONALISED APPROACH
Small class sizes designed for collaboration to fast-track your development in a supportive environment where you will know your peers and lecturers personally. Your success coach will focus on improving your employability, and their inside information will give you the edge you need to get ahead of the competition.
SET FOR SUCCESS
We focus on giving you the skills and the knowledge to ensure your long-term success in your career or entrepreneurial venture. Our academics are highly qualified and include practising industry leaders, while our Success Coaches are available for industry coaching and strength capability. We will support you in every step of your study with us.
"I loved the level of collaboration between students and teaching staff. "
- Brett Dawson, Graduate of Master of Public Health
The teachers and tutors and extremely supportive. I loved the level of collaboration between students and teaching staff.
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Course Overview
Develop robust knowledge of both disciplines to critically analyse and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention, advocacy, leadership and management and epidemiology to undertake demanding management roles in government, allied health, Aid and development, hospitals and health service departments.
Learning Outcomes:
- Apply advanced business principles to complex problems to determine solutions
- Develop intervention strategies to detect and prevent diseases
- Analyse financial, legal, and economic aspects of health and health policy
What you'll study
Students must complete all 16 core subjects to be awarded the dual masters. There are 8 MBA and 8 MPH core subjects (160 credit points in total).
How you'll study
No matter where you study, you are welcome to access state-of-the-art campuses in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. We have designed our learning spaces to promote collaboration and engagement. All of our campuses are located in convenient and vibrant inner city neighborhoods.
DISCOVER YOUR CAMPUS
Success coaches are industry and education experts who want you to get the best leverage out of your natural talents.
BE EMPOWERED
Fees & Scholarships
Find out more about course fees and financial support – and for personalised advice, just ask.
Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
Eligible students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
Eligible students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.Can I Apply
Before you get started with your course application, check you meet all the requirements listed below.
To be eligible for admission you must satisfy the entry requirements below:
Academic Entry
Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline AND Three (3) years post-degree professional work experience.
- Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any field and 3 years’ professional work experience; and
- Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
DOMESTIC ADMISSION CRITERIA
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
To be eligible for admission you must satisfy the entry requirements below:
Academic Entry
Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline AND Three (3) years post-degree professional work experience.
- Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any field and 3 years’ professional work experience; and
- Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
Ready To Apply
Applying to Torrens is easy. Pick your start date, decide how you’d like to study, then apply online or give us a call and we’ll do it for you.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSWe prepare international students with the skills and knowledge to be employment-ready, communicate and collaborate with diverse cultures and graduate with a perspective to gain global learning experiences.
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