Discontinuation of Deakin Postgraduate Programmes KMDC has ended partnership with Deakin University from 2007 onwards. For enquiries and registration to Deakin University Postgraduate programmes please write to: Lyn Parker Postgraduate Student Administration Tel: +61 3 5227 2107 Faculty of Business and Law Fax: +61 3 5227 2655 Deakin University Email: lyn.parker@deakin.edu.au Geelong  Vic   3217, Australia. Website: http://www.deakin.edu.au Deakin – one of Australia’s largest universities Deakin provides more than 70 000 award and non-award students, both in Australia and overseas, with programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, professional training and industry-based level. In 2004, more than 13 000 students are studying off campus. Recognition around the world A Deakin degree is a quality degree. Deakin University is an Australian Government-funded university and is a member of the Australian Vice-Chancellors’ Committee and the Association of Commonwealth Universities. Its degrees are recognised by universities worldwide as well as by relevant Australian professional associations. DEAKIN MBA RANKS 1st IN AUSTRALIA!!! According to Australia’s 2006 Good Universities Guide, Deakin MBA standing is ranked 1st place together with two other universities, beating the rest of the Australian universities which took part in the survey. Deakin Business School ranked 5th place being ahead of 31 other Australian Business Schools that offers MBA programme! This is a reflection of its flexibility in its studies and the standard of the distance learning programmes it provides. The only credible annual review of Australian Graduate Business Schools and MBA programs is conducted by the Hobsons Group Australia. Hobsons Group publishes the results of this review in the Good Universities Guide to MBA and Graduate Management Programs. Download Good Universities Guides: Australian Business Schools Ranking 2006 (requires Acrobat Reader) 5-Star Rating University Deakin University strives to produce highly employable graduates and research of the highest possible quality in areas of strategic importance. In both its teaching and research the University has forged strong links with governments, business, industry and the professions. "Two common benchmarks for MBA courses are the success rate of graduates finding work, and the size of the starting salary. Deakin is one of only two universities rated as five-star in both categories by the Good University Guide" (BRW Feb 2003). It was also ranked in the top 10 Australian MBAs by the Asia Inc survey on the Best MBA School in Asia 2003. Go Top Accreditation Deakin's off campus coursework programmes - up to and including Masters level - are accredited by the US-based Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Initially granted in January 2005 for five years, this accreditation is an external recognition of both Deakin's academic and administrative quality and its ongoing quality assurance processes. Australian universities are self-accrediting; however, Deakin sought external accreditation of its distance education coursework courses in order to indicate that it meets certain standards in an international context. External educational accreditation in this context is a third party guarantee that Deakin will provide the quality of education it claims to offer, that it operates on a sound financial basis, offers approved programs of study, follows recruitment and admissions policies that meet set standards and has qualified academic staff, as well as adequate facilities and equipment. Founded in 1926, DETC promotes sound educational standards and ethical business practices in distance education. Its Accrediting Commission, established in 1955, identifies and accredits distance education and training institutions that have attained and maintained the standards deemed necessary to operate at a high level of quality. DETC accreditation guarantees that Deakin University provides the quality of education it claims to offer, that it operates on a sound financial basis, offers approved programs of study, follows recruitment and admissions policies that meet set standards and has qualified instructors, as well as adequate facilities and equipment. The DETC Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognised accrediting agency and is a recognised member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). For more information about the DETC, please visit: www.detc.org. Go Top Distance education at Deakin: A pioneer in distance education Deakin University was established in 1974 by an Act of the State of Victoria, the Deakin University Act (1974). It was specifically established as a provider of distance education and the Deakin University Act (1974) includes reference to providing "the opportunity for tertiary education at the university level to all qualified persons whether within or outside Victoria by means of external studies programmes". Thus, Deakin began as a regional university focused on broadening access to education. The hallmark of Deakin’s success over the past quarter century is innovation. The changing nature of its programs and its innovative use of technology reflect Deakin’s commitment to meet the constantly changing needs of its students. Deakin University was the first Australian university with an Internet address and was the original proposer for the establishment of ADENet. Deakin has provided free IT and email accounts for students since 1987. An enviable reputation Deakin has an enviable reputation for using innovative information technology to deliver courses in new and imaginative ways. In fact, the first time we won the Australian University of the Year award was for technology in education (1995-1996). Today, as Australia’s largest provider of campus education, Deakin is regarded as a leader in flexible course delivery, with more than 40% of its students studying by distance education. Excellent support Deakin’s support for its students – whether on or off campus is well known. Our many student services for off-campus students are designed to help you succeed and include: IT help desk and IT support library services career planning support online textbook mail service online student administration system Tools for learning As a Deakin student, you will receive a copy of the CD-ROM Deakin Learning Toolkit, a unique software and information package we have specially designed to help you complete your studies and access the internet. For more information about the course materials used when you are studying off-campus click here. Go Top What does “distance education” or “off-campus” study mean? It means studying by distance or through online learning rather than attending a campus for lectures and tutorials. A variety of methods are used to deliver courses and communicate with your lecturers and fellow students. At Deakin, these methods can include either online technologies – email, computer or phone conferencing, bulletin boards and online course materials – or print-based study guides accompanied with supporting audiovisual materials, as well as a combination of the two. Deakin is increasingly moving away from print-based distance education to the new flexible, interactive, student centred online method of learning. Distance education is an ideal choice for people who do not live near a campus to complete a course; or for people who wish to combine study with their job, as you may choose when and where you study. Relevant, practical courses Deakin maintains close links with industry and professional groups ensure our courses are relevant, practical and deliver the skills in demand by industry. Many of Deakin courses have a built-in work component, which consolidates and provides relevance to students’ learning experiences while they study. Deakin’s links with industry and the professions Deakin University works in partnership with government, major corporations and professional associations such as BP, Coca Cola-Amatil, Coles Myer, Ford, IBM, Qantas and CPA Australia to deliver some of the most significant professional programs in Australia and internationally. Many of Deakin courses are accredited with professional associations, giving a practical relevance to your qualification. This means you graduate with a qualification that is relevant, responsive and in demand. Research at Deakin University Deakin University has built an enviable international reputation for fostering outstanding research programs in areas relevant to our future. The focus on current and emerging world issues and trends places Deakin at the forefront of innovative research. Deakin has more than trebled its research funding since 1998, reflecting the University’s rapidly growing research competitiveness. The University receives extensive funding from industry, research councils, foundations, and government agencies; and is now ranked as one of the top-ranked Australian research universities in terms of the prestigious research grants received from the Australian Research Council. Further information about higher degrees by research is available from Research Services. Deakin's locations Deakin University has five campuses in Australia's smallest mainland state, Victoria. Victoria has a population of more than 4.5 million people from culturally diverse backgrounds. It is a place of great diversity— from the state capital of Melbourne (more than 3.5 million people) to regional centres such as Geelong and Warrnambool, the cities in which Deakin's five campuses are located. For more campus information, click here. Go Top MORE INFORMATION + ABOUT Deakin University and Postgraduate Studies + Testimonials + View DEAKIN University Academic Calendar 2008 HERE + View DEAKIN 2007 Postgraduate Handbook HERE (4.3MB, requires Acrobat Reader) + Download MBA 2007 brochure HERE (requires Acrobat Reader) RELATED LINKS - other distance or work based learning masters programmes: + Master of Wealth Management (M778) - Deakin University, Australia + Master of Marketing (M728) - Deakin University, Australia + Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (M501) - Deakin University, Australia + Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (M601) - Deakin University, Australia + MBA (M701) - with 10 specialisations - Deakin University, Australia + CIMA MBA (M741) - with six advanced standing - Deakin University, Australia + CPA MBA (M702) - with five to six advanced standing - Deakin University, Australia + MBA(International) (M731) - focus on international business - Deakin University, Australia + Master of Commerce (MCom) - Deakin University, Australia + Graduate Certificate of Information Systems (M522) - Deakin University, Australia + Graduate Diploma of Information Systems (M622) - Deakin University, Australia + Master of Information Systems - Deakin University, Australia + MA in Work Based Learning - Middlesex University, UK + MSc in Work Based Learning - Middlesex University, UK Go Top

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