Master of Philosophy (Management and Commerce)

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Master of Philosophy (Management and Commerce)

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A JCU Master of Philosophy (Management and Commerce) provides exceptional students with the opportunity to complete a significant independent research thesis.

Identify and outline a relevant issue in your chosen research area. Develop advanced skills in research principles to plan and produce an original contribution to the field of health care. Studies will culminate in a presentation of your thesis.

Campus

Townsville, External, Cairns, Singapore

Start dates

January, July

Duration

2 years full-time
Part time available

Attendance mode

External, Internal

Career opportunities

JCU Master of Philosophy (Management and Commerce) graduates are internationally recognised as experts who discover valuable new knowledge in their fields.

Graduates pursue careers in research, business, government, and education.

You could find employment as a business research analyst, business professional, policy advisor, lecturer, or school teacher. Graduates can continue their independent research in a Doctor of Philosophy.

Course overview

Benefit from the guided support of experienced supervisors, as well as access to resources across all disciplines and colleges at JCU. Engage and network with leading researchers, world-class lecturers, and fellow students.

Choose from eight research areas, including banking and finance, business and management, corporate governance, employment relations, international business and commerce, leadership, marketing, and tourism and tourism planning.

Make a meaningful contribution to the future of the business world. Master of Philosophy students are equipped with the critical skills required to work in research or to continue on to study a PhD.

View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects.

Your research topic

Applicants need to discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. To identify an appropriate advisor, use the Find an Advisor service from the Graduate Research School.

How to apply

Visit the Graduate Research School Prospective Students website for more information, and then complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.

Our campuses in Singapore and Brisbane operate on a trimester system – three semesters per year. View academic calendars.

Pathway into course

The Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma of Research Methods gives you the formal research training you need to enter a professional research degree at JCU’s Graduate Research School.

Handbook

Master of Philosophy (Management and Commerce)

Handbook year	2020
Course code	110803
Course type	Masters by Research (AQF level 9)
Division	Division of Tropical Environments and Societies

Award Requirements

Admission Requirements

Course pre-requisites	Requirements for admission can be found at HDR Degree Requirements
Minimum English language proficiency requirements	Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 2 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.

Academic Requirements for Course Completion

EFTSL to complete (equivalent full-time student load)

2 EFTSL

Course learning outcomes

Graduates of a Masters Degree (Research) will have:

Knowledge:

A body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in one or more disciplines
Advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning.

Skills

Cognitive skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and its application
Cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
Cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
Cognitive and technical skills to design, use and evaluate research and research methods
Communication and technical skills to present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research results to specialist and non-specialist audiences
Technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge.

Graduates of a Masters Degree (Research) will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills:

With creativity and initiative to new situations and/or for further learning
With high level personal autonomy and accountability
To plan and execute a substantial piece of research.

Course Structure

CORE SUBJECTS

RM7001:03 Planning the Research: Masters Candidates

RM7002:03 Situating the Research: Masters Candidates

MR7008:00 Master of Philosophy Research Thesis (Management and Commerce)

Campus

COURSE AVAILABLE AT	NOTES
Cairns
Townsville
Singapore

Candidature

Expected time to complete	2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Maximum time to complete	4.5 years
Maximum leave of absence	6 months

Progression

Supervising body	Research Education Sub-Committee (RESC)
Confirmation of candidature	See HDR Degree Requirements
Supervision	See HDR Degree Requirements
Progression	See HDR Degree Requirements
Subsumption of coursework subjects	Subsumption permitted
Maximum credit points of coursework subjects	15 credit points of non-core coursework subjects
Allowed coursework subjects	As approved by the Dean, Graduate Research School
Credit	Nil
Professional accreditation requirements	Nil

Award Details

Award title	MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY
Approved abbreviation	MPhil
Inclusion of field of research on testamur	The field of research shall not appear on the testamur.
Exit with a lesser award	Candidates who exit the course prior to completion, and have completed the appropriate subjects, may be eligible for a Graduate Certificate

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