Course Overview

Please note: The Bachelor of Applied Management is a University of Ballarat qualification delivered by GippsTAFE.

This program is designed for students wishing to apply theoretical concepts to their everyday working environment. The Bachelor of Applied Management places a strong emphasis on applied learning through a range of integrated management and industry projects. Completing an applied management workplace project at the end of the program will consolidate your management skills, knowledge and attributes.

The Bachelor of Applied Management is an innovative degree integrating applied and academic learning. It has been developed to reflect the changing roles and responsibilities of management, incorporating applied skills and higher-level management concepts.

A blended approach to learning is utilised during this program combining online delivery with on-campus workshops at the Traralgon Academy.

As a graduate of this program, you will leave with:

• The critical skills to extend your expertise and professional experience through the application of new techniques and knowledge into ‘real world’, contemporary management practice
• The opportunity to become an innovative, strategic thinker and outstanding leader
• The ability to be a skilled communicator who can embrace change, build teams and manage resources
• A sound understanding of management principles and concepts
• The capability to develop, evaluate and critique management approaches and theories, and effectively apply them to any work role
• Skills to embrace technology and become an independent, lifelong learner

How to Apply
Applicants are required to complete and submit the following documents in hard copy to Higher Education Programs GippsTAFE P.O. Box 3279 Gippsland Mail Centre Morwell, 3841:

• Higher Education Direct Application Form
• A copy of your resume
• Certified academic record

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Applied Management.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

This program has been developed to meet the global demand for highly skilled managers. It will prepare graduates with the necessary skills, knowledge and attributes to undertake a wide variety of professional leadership positions across a broad range of industries.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the program will be on the following basis: 

A Diploma qualification in any field; an Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline; and significant industry experience in the relevant professional area. Mature age or interstate applicants are invited to apply.

To enter a University of Ballarat Undergraduate Program you must satisfy the academic performance, age requirement and English language proficiency of the University.

Assessment

A range of assessment tasks will be undertaken during this program including written reports, essays, assignments, case studies, tests, group projects and oral presentations.

Opportunities For Further Study

Students are eligible upon completion of this program to undertake a Graduate Diploma and or Masters in Management or Business Administration.

Course Structure

Code	Name
BSMAN 3009	Accounting for Managers
BSMAN 3008	Marketing for Managers
BSMAN 3003	Strategic Human Resource Management
BSMAN 3004	Entrepreneurship
BSMAN 3005	Project Management
BSMAN 3007	International Business Management
BSMAN 3190	Applied Workplace Practice

Downloads

• Course Unit Content Information
• Bachelor of Applied Management Course Sequence and Unit availability

Online Learning consists of

• Learning materials – 11 sections of work organised to engage you in the content. This material is designed with revision/reflection questions.
• Course Reader – Readings that complement the Learning materials.
• Discussion Boards – where a variety of quotes, questions and ideas are presented for you to respond to, applying your theoretical knowledge to your work environment. Many students embrace the opportunity to post ideas and questions much more than in a face to face context
• Chat Rooms – an opportunity for you to engage with academics and/or other students in a virtual community discussion.
• Announcements – the opportunity for teaching staff and lecturers to alert you to due dates, a resource, etc.