| Course Type: | Postgraduate Coursework Degree |
| Award: | MBiotech/MCom - Master of Biotechnology with the degree of Master of Commerce |
| More Information: | Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre ELS - Division of Environmental and Life Sciences |
Key Features
The Division of Environmental and Life Sciences and the Division of Economic and Financial Studies/GACC jointly offer the Master of Biotechnology with Master of Commerce in Business as a double degree program. Successful students will graduate with full recognition by Macquarie University that two postgraduate degrees have been earned.
Suitable For
The Master of Biotechnology with the Master of Commerce in Business equips students with both technical and intellectual expertise in Biotechnology as well as the skills necessary to manage Biotechnology in the business arena. It is suitable for graduates wanting to gain an understanding of a multidisciplinary approach to Biotechnology as well as acquire functional business skills.
Career Opportunities
The course is suitable for graduates planning to work in commercialised biotechnology.
Requirements
| Entry Requirements: | Bachelor of Science in a relevant field of study with a substantial laboratory component in the areas of molecular biology, microbiology and bio-analytical techniques. Applicants without these prerequisites can enter the Masters program by successfully completing the Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology. In addition, preference will be given to students with some academic or professional background in business. |
| Course Quota: | No |
| Work Experience Requirements: | No |
| English Language Requirements: | English proficiency is required at IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 580. More information can be accessed from English Language Requirements. |
| Domestic Students: | Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre. Application forms are also available through Macquarie University's Postgraduate Studies Section. Fees |
| International Students: | Apply through Macquarie International. Fees |
Course Details
| Minimum Course Duration: | 1.5 Years |
| Location: | North Ryde |
| Course Commences: | Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July) |
| Study Options: | Full-time Part-time |
| Course Credit Point Value: | 48 |
| Enquiries: |
For enquiries relating to the Master of Commerce in Business component of this course, please contact: Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre For enquiries relating to the Master of Biotechnology component of this course and the Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology, please contact: Jennifer Manefield |
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Structure of the Course
The MBiotech/MComBus double degree requires completion of 12 units. Each unit requires a full semester of study (160 hour workload) carrying 4 postgraduate credit points. The MBiotech/MComBus double degree is earned when 48 credit points have been completed.
Master of Biotechnology component (24 cp, 4cp per unit)
Six core units currently consisting of:
Available Semester 1 only:
CBMS832 Protein Discovery and Analysis
STAT830 Prelude to Bioinformatics
ELS841 Entrepreneurship
Available Semester 2 only:
CBMS833 Functional Proteomics
CBMS880 Selected Topics in Biotechnology
ITEC843 Research and Development Practice and Management
Master of Commerce in Business component (24 cp, 4cp per unit)
Six core units currently consisting of:
Most units are available in both Semester 1 and Semester 2: however students should check timetabling and availability details by clicking on the unit.
BUS803 Strategic Operations ManagementBUS804 International Business Strategy
BUS805 Knowledge Management and Organisational Learning
BUS850 Management of People at Work
BUS851 Comparative Human Resource Management
BUS854 Managing Cultural Diversity in Business
BUS856 Management of Conflict in Organisations
ICHM801 Management and Organisations*
ICHM812 Entrepreneurial Leadership*
ICHM822 Strategic Intelligence*
MKTG813 Managerial Marketing
INOV802 Intellectual Property Management
*Units with the code ICHM are taught in Manly
This study program could change from time to time based on the availability of units.
Workplace Internship Option
From 2006 MBiotech/MComm students can elect to take a supervised workplace internship for credit toward the MBiotech component of their degree. Students will electing to take the option will complete the internship in place of ITEC843. Students will spend 160 hours during a semester working on a project in a business organisation under the guidance of a workplace mentor. Students will gain experience of the workplace culture and environment while being involved in a range of activities such as research, planning, marketing and organisation within the context of a specific project. Students will be individually placed with suitable companies and the type of project will vary.
Placement is through Macquarie International. The number of workplace internships available each semester is limited and selection of suitable candidates will be competitive. Students will need a minimum GPA of 3.0 and very good written english skills. Students who satisfactorily complete the project will receive a pass in the internship unit and four credit points toward their postgraduate degree.
Students interested in doing an internship should contact:
Internships Department, Macquarie International
Telephone: (61 2) 9850 6941
Web: www.international.mq.edu.au/studyabroad/internships
PLEASE NOTE: It is essential that students refer to degree rules and official unit sequences in the University handbook to ascertain their official study program. The university calendar can be found at: http://handbook.mq.edu.au.
It is highly recommended that students access the website http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au at least two weeks prior to enrolment to ensure a suitable schedule for lectures, tutorials and practical sessions for all enrolled units. Please note that new students are required to have their class timetable officially approved by an Academic Adviser upon enrolment and that it is subject to change due to class availability.
