Master of Business Analytics (Advanced)

Everything can be optimised, but should everything be optimised? In this subject, you will learn how to improve decision-making by assessing optimisation through the lens of business problem formulation. Gain knowledge of model-driven optimisation techniques like linear programming, genetic algorithms, and simulations, and how to assess key data-driven optimisation strategies to improve model performance. You will apply both sets of techniques to real-world business problems using state-of-the-art industry tools.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining what it means to be human, and it is time we take notice and consider its responsible use. This subject evaluates AI technologies such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision and others, and their use cases in business. Drawing upon business analysis, you will examine the impacts of AI in different industries such as Finance and Healthcare. The subject provides opportunities to gain practical experience developing business AI applications. You will also assess responsible AI principles such as fairness, privacy, explainability, reliability and safety considerations of AI applications managed through AI governance.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation, Exam

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Transition to a successful professional business career by applying your skills and disciplinary knowledge in real-world scenarios. You will evaluate technical knowledge and soft skills you obtained from the Master program in a simulated real-world context. Finally, learn about cutting-edge software, techniques and communication tools as you research, resolve and communicate solutions to complex business problems.

Pre-requisites (Master of Business Analytics Standard & Advanced): STA601 Statistics and Applied Analysis, MIS602 Data Modelling and Database Design, BANASD600 Foundations in Business Analysis, BANASD601 Data Analytics in Business, BANASD602 Visual Analytics and Storytelling and BANASD603 Applied Optimisation in Business

Pre-requisites (Master of Professional Accounting Standard & Advanced): ACC603 Advanced Financial Reporting, ACC604 Accounting for Management Decision Making, ACC605 Auditing and Assurance, ECO601 Economic Principles, FIN601 Managing finance and LAW601 Tax Laws and Practice

Assessment Tasks: Report, Portfolio, Report and Interview

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

This subject introduces you to how organisational behaviour, politics, dynamics and environments impact on the role and legitimacy of management.  Constraints that managers and emerging leaders face in developing strategies to leverage advantages and overcome barriers in organisations and projects will be explored. You will identify, analyse and make effective decisions to resolve people-related issues, lead and manage change, facilitate employee development, performance and sustain effective teams in complex and diverse global operating environments.

Assessment Tasks: Critical Discussion, Presentation, Report, Team Performance Evaluation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

In this subject you will build upon your current self-understanding to develop your strategic and ethical leadership capability. You will explore your key formative experiences and self-image using the techniques of reflective research, psychometric assessment and support from a mentoring partner. Develop your emotional competency to be authentic, confident and resilient in your leadership practices. Built on a foundation of self-reflection, topics covered include scenario thinking, influencing and motivating others, developing cultural sensitivity, and becoming resilient and tolerant of ambiguity. At the conclusion of the subject you will bring together the knowledge and skills you have acquired through the preparation of a personal leadership development plan.

Assessment Tasks: Case Study Analysis, Poster, Video Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Today's decisions have to be made quickly, individually and in groups, with what often appears to be ambiguous or too much data. How does one select, observe and distil the most pertinent data sets to make decisions that will positively impact tomorrow's firms and communities? This subject engages students in the nuances of data collection, how to filter data and how to use it most effectively in decision-making. The subject develops the student's qualitative and quantitative research skills, and digital literacy.

This subject builds on systems theory and introduces you to a holistic view of the organisation, and the broader ecosystem it operates in. Apply Systems Thinking to optimise operations, improve competitive advantage, and address change. You will use several Systems Thinking tools to diagnose and propose innovative solutions to contemporary business issues.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject explores sustainable approaches to managing the symbiotic relationship between organisations and their environments. Organisations are increasingly facing disruption and the basis for delivering products and services is rapidly changing. Sustaining performance requires careful management of business processes, fostering corporate competencies, and aligning the firm to its internal and external environment. The student will learn and then practice strategising through a number of theories and practical settings.

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of all other core subjects

Assessment Tasks: Report, Simulation, Stakeholder Meeting Simulation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject seeks to build the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to succeed as an ethical entrepreneur or intrapreneur. These knowledge and skills are then applied to identify and evaluate innovative high-growth product and service opportunities in the context of a start-up, a corporation, a not for profit or a government institution. The subject allows students to practice skills, including creativity, cash-flow modelling, business model analysis and lean experimentation. Students prepare a business model for a new venture, enabling them to integrate their theoretical and practical knowledge.

Assessment Tasks: Case Study, Business Concept Plan, Business Pitch

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

Managing information systems is critical in business decision-making. Using a systems perspective, in this subject you will explore the role of information systems in the business administration context, the impact of technological innovation on the management of information, and the risks associated with poor information management.

21st Century professionals who aspire to hold a leadership position must have a clear understanding and appreciation of the importance of marketing. This subject is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of marketing theories and the strategic application of marketing concepts in various contexts, including profit and not-for- profit organisations, and government. You will be equipped with the ability to formulate marketing strategy and the use of strategic marketing mix elements in developing and maintaining a market orientation. Assess organisational performance in relation to ethical and socially acceptable business practices and use strategic marketing to gain a competitive advantage.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation, Marketing Plan

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

This subject is focused on how company managers/leaders make decisions relating to obtaining finance, making investments, and managing working capital. You will interpret and apply information available from the company’s financial records to inform strategy. This subject will equip you with knowledge and skills that will aid financial decision making. You will learn how to apply tools such as financial statement analysis, capital budgeting, and cost and budget management techniques.

Assessment Tasks: Test, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

This subject introduces students to the key concepts and technologies of information systems that drive change and support organisations to achieve strategic goals. This includes data and information management, application of business information systems, disruptive technologies and issues such as ethics, privacy and cyber security. This subject will prepare students to better understand the technologies that are disrupting and transforming society both now and into the future.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject introduces students to microservices architecture within the context of cloud computing models. The emergence of these techniques of building applications is directly related to innovations in the areas of cloud computing and platforms. In this subject, the focus will be on the evolution from more traditional approaches to microservices architecture. Core concepts related to the principles and practices of microservices will be reviewed.

Assessment Tasks: Workshop Portfolio, Business Proposal, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject introduces you to activities, techniques, and methodologies a business analyst uses to elicit, analyse, model, document and maintain requirements throughout a project. You will learn how to develop techniques and use tools for different methods to identify and model good requirements. This will support the management of change and communication to relevant stakeholders. This subject will contribute to your understanding and capability in developing, documenting and managing requirements for software development in projects.

Assessment Tasks: Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject introduces students to activities, techniques, and methodologies a systems analyst uses to design information systems that, when built, enhance the organisation’s ability to meet its business goals via available technology. These include define requirements for system, model high-level behaviours of system, and design blueprint, that is, planning and implementation and will move through object-oriented approaches to analysis and design, the transformation of user requirements to system design. User empathy is promoted in this subject, using the unified modelling language (UML).

Assessment Tasks: Requirements Analysis, Design Specification, Video Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. Information systems play a critical role in storing, processing, and retrieving data, and they serve as vital assets for various economic sectors. Interconnectivity is important for many organisations, but this also increases the exposure to adverse events, necessitating the need for thorough information security management. This subject builds upon foundational information security principles, encompassing the management of information systems that significantly impact organizational information security. This includes areas such as identity management, authentication, access control, monitoring, risk management, incident response, and disaster recovery. Possessing the essential knowledge to prevent attacks, mitigate risks, and employing the latest best practices available in cybersecurity and its management is a fundamental component to thrive in today’s digital landscape.

Assessment Tasks: Test, report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Progressing from traditional project management frameworks, this subject focuses on Agile project management, agile project management methodology, the principles of agile, and agile techniques. This subject will be based on a foundation of the 4four core values and 12 guiding principles of agile as laid out by the agile manifesto. Students will develop an understanding of agile concepts, tools and techniques: Scrum and Kanban, Roadmap planning, Program increments, Sprints and daily scrums and the agile roles within teams. Some of the leading agile frameworks will be discussed so that students havewill gain an understanding of some of the different philosophiesschools of thought, which support the agile continuous delivery pipeline. Points of origin in Lean practice and the relationship between agile and DevOps will also be covered to help students orient themselves in the broader emerging landscape of projects and software development landscape.

Pre-requisite: PROJ6000 Principles of Project Management

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject introduces you to the practice of contemporary project management and its relevance in industry. You will be introduced to fundamental concepts of project management, project definition and project delivery methods. Contemporary project management methodologies will be examined in the context of industry best practice. An overview of industry standard tools and techniques required to manage projects successfully throughout a project life cycle will be provided. This includes industry terminology and the rationale behind the commencement of a project.

Assessment Tasks: Discussion Forum, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Understanding the relationships between operational factors and projects is a core skill to be effective in the project management landscape. This subject focuses on an in-depth understanding in project planning and budgeting. The project planning emphasises developing effective management plans for scope, time, cost, resources and quality to deliver successful projects. You will critically analyse and apply appropriate tools, techniques, processes and methods to create different plans and effectively communicate them to diverse groups of stakeholders.

Assessment Tasks: Discussion Forum, Reports

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage projects and communicate objectives to diverse stakeholders. You will evaluate and apply a range of different tools, techniques and methods to monitor and control local and global projects. This includes managing changes, risks and quality, measuring project progress, and developing communication strategies to ensure that tasks are executed as planned for successful project completion.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

Contracts and Procurement are integral to successful project management. This subject introduces you to the procurement process of Project Management pertaining to purchases and acquisitions, requests for proposal, vendor selection, contract administration, and contract closure.  You will receive instruction in how to approach key issues with regard to short and long‐term contracts, and small and large contracts. Topics covered include the exploration of procurement strategies, responsiveness, and supplier‐client relationships. You will be exposed to understanding the tendering, bidding and order management processes with associated relevant legal and commercial implications. Also examined is the management of relationship between buyer and seller, assessment of vendor performance, contract change control, and conflict resolution.

Assessment Tasks: Discussion Forum, Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

In this subject, you will demonstrate advanced knowledge founded on application of the integrative nature of project management. You will deepen your knowledge and develop your skills to coordinate and implement various project change management processes and activities.  You will apply advanced tools and techniques to holistically consolidate the project lifecycle within local and global contexts and evaluate enterprise environmental factors (EEF) influencing project outcomes and optimise project benefit realisation.

Pre-requisite: PROJ6000 Principles of Project Management

Assessment Tasks: Discussion Forum, Report, Story board Case Study Analysis

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online 

This subject introduces you to the nature and importance of concepts that go beyond The Triple Constraint of time, scope and cost. Specific topics include; portfolio management lifecycles; resource management; and change management. You will learn to assess and evaluate the performance of multiple projects and programs, and how to apply a range of tools and techniques when managing project portfolios, specifically considering strategic management, and benefits to the organisation.

Pre-requisite: PROJ6000 Principles of Project Management

Assessment Tasks: Infographic, Presentation, Report 

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

In this subject, you will gain an insight into engineering sustainability, its importance and challenges, and the role and responsibilities of engineers who contribute to organisational sustainability. This subject introduces you to environmental issues and associated sustainability challenges with a focus on sustainable engineering management practices in areas of operations, maintenance, workplace safety, managing hazards, innovation and product development. You will apply tools and methodologies, such as lifecycle analysis and circular economy approaches, to define and solve complex, real-world sustainability problems in engineering contexts. You will also learn about best practices in sustainability approaches and processes, and develop strategically focused environmental plans and actions in an ethical way to ensure environmental compliance of organisations.

Assessment Tasks: Test, Report, Case Study Brief

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

In this subject, you will develop an understanding of risk, its governance, and management in engineering practice, including engineering projects, workplace safety, hazard reduction, design, research and development, and innovation. This subject covers a range of risk management standards, tools, feasibility assessments, and analytical methods to improve strategic and operational decision-making in identifying, prioritising, mitigating, developing, implementing and evaluating risk management processes. You will learn to develop risk management plans, apply methodologies to evaluate and improve reliability and safety, and apply risk assessment techniques. Lastly, existing and emerging technologies are discussed and how they can be developed and used for the mitigation and management of risk.

Assessment Tasks: Case Study, Risk Management Plan, Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject introduces you to strategic perspectives on issues concerning engineering organisations globally and domestically. You will learn about developing and managing strategic innovation and technology, intellectual property protection of technology, and the integration of technology strategy with business strategy. You will learn to formulate novel and competitive solutions to complex business problems utilising technology to ensure short-term competitive advantage and long-term capability development. This knowledge is applied in organisational decision-making to achieve strategic and operational objectives. Implications of policy issues related to strategy in the context of engineering and technological organisations, including external strategic alliances and partnerships, will also be explored. These impacts will be considered in relation to external influences arising from the economic, political and cultural environment.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Engineering Strategy, Management Plan and Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Cloud Computing Fundamentals provides integral knowledge of cloud service components and its current and future applications in industry automation. Students will explore the cloud service evolution and its services through software, platform, and infrastructure technologies. In addition, this subject provides in-depth knowledge about the different cloud deployment models, cloud segments, cloud security, and governance. Students will gain practical experience in designing and implementing cloud applications and other services on a variety of cloud computing platforms to meet stakeholder requirements.

Assessment Tasks: Presentation, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject explores several non-technical aspects of software development, especially pertaining to human behavior and interactions to emphasise the human aspects of technology. The subject covers the basic theories of knowledge, human cognition, ethical and moral values, creative aspects of the human mind and social interaction among human beings through a technological context. Students will use their existing knowledge and specialised skills to help formulate and suggest innovative solutions to problems that affect diverse societies.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject offers a broad introduction of intelligent systems, delving into how technologically advanced machines interact with the surrounding world. The course centers on the utilisation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) principles in crafting intelligent systems. The curriculum encompasses an array of AI topics, including intelligent agents, machine learning, uncertainties, probabilities, perception, action, and communication. Further, it explores specific AI areas such as Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Speech Recognition, Expert Systems, Computer Vision, and their application in the development of intelligent systems. The subject also dedicates attention to the ethical considerations surrounding AI and its potential societal benefits.

Assessment Tasks: Presentation, Programming Project, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

In this subject the students are introduced to the main project management principles and modern software project management practices. During the subject, the different methods for managing and optimising the software development process are discussed along with the different techniques for performing each phase of the software development life cycle.

Assessment Tasks: Report, Software Application

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

Management makes rational decisions that take cognisance of the complex competitive and often volatile economic environment in which a business operates. In this subject, you will critically assess the micro and macroeconomic context needed for making these decisions. You will evaluate how institutions, particularly the government and the Central Bank, shape and constrain the environment. You will critically assess the potential impact of regulatory and economy-wide changes to business environments, and will apply economic models to make decisions about the optimal allocation of business resources. In your evaluation of the macroeconomic environment, you will consider key variables such as GDP, inflation, unemployment, trade balance and exchange rate and will acknowledge how the authorities apply fiscal and monetary policies in an attempt to achieve sound macroeconomic management.

Assessment Tasks: Presentation, Test, Case Analysis

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject will introduce you to the role and purpose of accounting processes, systems and the regulatory and ethical frameworks. You will gain an understanding about processes for identifying, measuring, recording and communicating financial information thorough the financial reports of different business types, such as sole traders and companies. The double-entry accounting knowledge will be developed using both manual and computerised accounting systems. This subject will introduce the conceptual framework of accounting and the code of ethics for professional accountants which will set you up for success in later accounting subjects. You will study the full accounting cycle and apply it to key areas such as cash management, non-current assets, accounts receivables and payables.

Pre-requisite: None

Assessment Tasks: Presentation, Software Assignment, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject expands on foundational financial accounting concepts and practices, advancing your understanding of key competencies and contemporary trends in financial accounting. Enhance your understanding of the Australian regulatory and ethical environment for financial reporting, along with the purpose and interpretation of accounting standards (AASB) and its equivalent international Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). You will critique selected accounting standards in areas such as revenue, assets, and liabilities, and evaluate how these standards influence the preparation of General-Purpose Financial Statements (GPFS) of reporting entities. These learnings will be demonstrated in your ability to critically reflect on the importance of regulations to accounting practice through written and practical software-based assessments.

Pre-requisite: ACC601 Introduction to Financial Accounting

Assessment Tasks: Test, Report

Delivery Mode: On Campus, Online

This subject will continue to apply Australian and International Financial Reporting Standards, as you critically analyse and evaluate financial reporting issues for public listed companies such as foreign currency and investment in associates. You will learn to prepare consolidated general-purpose financial statements, and evaluate accounting policies and their limitations, using professional judgement. You will utilise your communication skills as you explain the concepts and theory within practical case studies.

Pre-requisite: ACC602 Financial Accounting and Reporting

Assessment Tasks: Test, Report, Presentation

Delivery Mode: On Campus