COURSES IN DEMAND IN AUSTRALIA
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration (International)
Why this course - Learn how to manage and lead an organisation in an international context with one of Australia's premier business education programs.
This internationally-focused version of the MBA provides a business internship experience, and offers opportunities to participate in overseas study tours where academic study is integrated with visits to professional bodies in host countries. This enables you to develop a real appreciation of key aspects of business in a global environment.
For 30 years, the Deakin MBA has offered relevant skills, contemporary knowledge and real experience, while developing the business leaders of tomorrow.
Future -
- Management Consultant
- Marketing Manager
- Investment Banker
- Operations Manager
Master of Engineering (Professional)
Why this course - Study the Master of Engineering (Professional) and you’ll develop technical skills, a positive approach to problem solving and the ability to work as part of a team, while focusing on practical experience and a supervised research or industry project that provides you with the advanced project management skills required to tackle complex, industry-focused problems head on.
Future - Engineering offers an exciting future for your working life, with a huge demand for engineering graduates in Australia and internationally. Skilled engineers are needed across all sectors, opening up excellent career opportunities around the world.
- Senior systems engineer.
- Software developer.
- Senior electrical engineer.
- Processing engineering
- Senior chemical engineer.
- Chemical process engineer.
- Construction project manager.
- Senior mechanical engineer.
LATROBE UNIVERSITY
Master of Cybersecurity (Business Operations)
Why this course - La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity (Business Operations) will teach you predictive techniques to align business needs and deliver meaningful outcomes in cybersecurity. You'll graduate ready to keep pace with the information security demands of business, government, defence and law enforcement. Undertake a set of foundation subjects to develop industry-relevant skills before specialising in business operations.
Future - Information security has been identified as a top priority for executives of Australian companies and organisations. Graduate ready for your career as a:
Security architect
- Plan, design and implement cybersecurity solutions across the entirety of a business.
- Communicate with stakeholders, influence change and contribute to the ongoing development of cybersecurity policy in your organisation.
Consultant
- Work freelance as a consultant to help organisations assess, manage and improve their cybersecurity infrastructure and practice.
- Manage stakeholders, collaborate and implement solutions, mitigate risk and drive change.
Policy advisor
- Provide cybersecurity advice to governments, politicians, businesses and stakeholders.
- Develop and manage best-practice cybersecurity implementation.
Systems administrator
- Provide administration support to core business systems.
- Audit, analyse and suggest improvements to infrastructure.
- Manage support tickets, write reports, manage and liaise with stakeholders to provide optimal cybersecurity solutions.
Cloud solution specialist
- Implement and manage cloud-based solutions for your clients.
- Configure and manage network hardware.
Master of Nanotechnology
Why this course - Nanotechnology - understanding, creating and controlling events on the scale of nanometres (millionth of a millimetre) - is an emerging field which aims to understand and exploit the science of the very small. It covers a wide range of areas including semiconductors, where it is hoped that very small components will continue the increase in computational speed predicted by Moore's Law. Chemical systems expect nanotechnology ro provide sophisticated sensors for chemicals at low concentrations, with applications to biological systems. Biologists seek means of manipulating and sensing biological processes within cells. This course has a strong research focus. You will work in state-of-the-art research laboratories equipped with world class fabrication and characterisation resources resources.
Future- Career opportunities exist in a diverse range of sectors, including emerging nanotechnology ventures, advanced materials, semiconductor and microelectronics businesses, advanced medical diagnostics, mineral processing, and businesses involving chemicals, polymers, or surface coatings.
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Why this course -From mining and energy to automotive and manufacturing, this program provides you with the skills to work as a designer, technical specialist, consultant or manager across a range of industries. Through this program you'll develop the knowledge to lead the implementation of new technologies and operating practices and systems in process, automotive, manufacturing, mining, energy and infrastructure-oriented businesses.
You will develop specialist knowledge in:
- advanced CAE
- advanced dynamics
- advanced solid mechanics
- advanced thermo fluids
You'll build high-level technical knowledge and appropriate professional skills such as management, leadership and business enterprise. With a focus on project-based and multi-disciplinary learning you'll develop your professional engineering competencies in teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, communication and research.
Future - Extend yourself as an engineer and gain the skills to work as a designer, technical specialist, consultant or manager in a range of industries.
Master of Science (Aviation)
Why this course - The aviation industry is global, competitive and driven by rapidly changing market and technological forces. This program is focused on equipping you with the skills to achieve results in this dynamic industry.
The program combines core studies spanning the breadth of the aviation industry with the opportunity to specialise in a range of areas including:
- airline development and operations
- airport development and operations
- transportation and logistics
- remotely piloted aircraft systems
- airworthiness
- aerospace technology
During your study, you’ll increase both your understanding of the industry and be exposed to contemporary issues faced by different elements of it. You’ll also gain the skills to analyse and implement creative solutions to industry problems and opportunities and enhance your leadership and communication skills.
Future - Graduates with a relevant postgraduate qualification will be well prepared for a range of high-level operational management and planning roles in the aviation industry. These include management-level roles in areas such as:
- airline operations planning and management
- airline maintenance management and supervision
- airport landside operations
- airport airside operations
- airport planning and management
- aviation safety management
SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY
Master of Information Technology
Why this course - The Master of Information Technology provides the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and maintain complex systems using state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies. It includes a general introduction to ICT and provides the opportunity for students to gain advanced specialist skills in areas such as networks, software development, and information systems analysis and management.
Future - This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in IT and network positions.
Master of Science (Biotechnology)
Why this course - The Master of Science (Biotechnology) provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of biotechnology, including molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, and medical, industrial, forensic, agricultural and environmental biotechnology. It allows students to study to their desired level and focus on their particular field of interest.
Future - Medical laboratory scientists, scientific officers or research and development scientists in diverse fields including, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, diagnostic services and pathology services, pharmaceutical industries, forensic science laboratories, veterinary science, racing industry, agribusinesses, wine industry and breweries, biotechnology businesses, food technologists, quality assurance officers, occupational health and safety officers, scientific sales representatives/ executives, associates to patent attorneys, staff with science publishers, newspaper writers in this field, also PhD students in any of the above fields.
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY
Master of Business Administration
Why this course - The UTS MBA is designed for early career professionals seeking to either extend their knowledge and capabilities into managerial roles, or to change careers into a new field of business. The flexible 16-subject program features a core of eight subjects that introduce students to key managerial and business concepts, with the eight remaining subjects allowing a choice of major, sub-majors and or electives. All MBA subjects are approved by an industry board that insists on 'relevance to workplace' as a pre-eminent subject design principle. The MBA provides knowledge and skills that are essential for superior management performance.
Future - The MBA is a widely recognised and transportable postgraduate degree. Students in the MBA know that to realise their full career potential, additional managerial skills and credentials are essential. Personal investment in an intellectually demanding and practically applied MBA program may provide students with the knowledge and skills required for career progression or career change.
Master of Information Technology (Advanced)
Why this course - This course is designed to enable students to achieve a comprehensive and greater understanding of information technology in specialised technical or management areas for the IT professional. The wide range of specialisations allows students to tailor the course to satisfy and broaden their career development needs.
Future - Career options include a wide variety of positions in the IT industry, including business intelligence expert, e-business developer, games developer, information systems manager, IT security analyst, IT security manager, ICT security analyst, IT security consultant, pen testing, IT project manager, movie animator, software architect, software quality/testing specialist and systems analyst.
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
Master of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)
Why this course - The speed of change in Information and Communications Technology requires everyone to update their knowledge every few years. Western Sydney University courses recognise this. In addition we concentrate on the vital role that computer networks, including internet and web technologies, are playing in all areas of life.
This is reflected in our research strengths in networking and web engineering.
Future - As a graduate of this advanced course, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
- Systems Architect
- Systems integrator
- Web analyst
- Software quality analyst
- Business programmer
- Software engineer analyst
Master of Health Science (Health Services Management)
Why this course - Health Services Management is designed for managers who require skills in contemporary management and their application in the health care setting.
Future - As a health science graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities as:
- Health services management
- Aged care management
- Health planning
- International health
- Health promotion
- Occupational health and safety
- Occupational and environmental hygiene.
- Research studies
CQ UNIVERSITY
Master Of Business Administration
Why this course - Develop your understanding and the application of best-practice management and business knowledge, from a strategic perspective, to improve organisational effectiveness through completion of CQUniversity's Master of Business Administration.
Future - The Master of Business Administration is regarded as the premier business qualification for practicing managers and leaders in contemporary organisations. Successful completion of this course will equip you with the requisite knowledge and skills that provide opportunities for career advancement.
Upon completion, you will be better equipped to develop and successfully implement strategies designed to advance business and organisational opportunities.
Master Of Information Technology
Why this course - By studying the Master of Information Technology at CQ University you will boost your career advancement prospects and provide a competitive advantage when seeking employment.
Future - On completing a Master of Information Technology, you can choose a career in a wide variety of roles including analyst programmer, computer network systems engineer, database administrator, developer programmer, ICT architect, ICT consultant, ICT customer support officer, ICT security specialist, ICT support engineer, ICT support technician, ICT systems test engineer, network administrator, project manager, software and apps programmer, software engineer, systems administrator and web developer.