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Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Integrative Solutions) 

CMEI640I     


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Full-time
Part-time (evening) 		Postgraduate 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2)

Discontinued: This course has no new intake. This information is provided for continuing students

This course replaces the .
 
The Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Integrative Solutions) forms the final stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
By providing enhanced study opportunities, the MEI (Integrative Solutions) program allows students to further develop the theoretical and practical skills gained in earlier stages of the program.

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At the completion of the master program, it is expected that students will have:
  • The skills and capabilities to assess new ventures and opportunities;
  • An ability to emphasise the management of change and new opportunities rather than administration of established practices;
  • Developed a concentration on the planning and control of rapid business growth;
  • Devoted attention to integrating knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches, rather than separating knowledge into functional specialties;
  • Committed to the notion of 'theory for practice’s sake' - applying leading-edge theory to seek practical solutions to complex real-world problems;
  • Developed skills in entrepreneurship and innovation and the practice of innovation leadership; and
  • Developed the ability to apply innovative solutions.
It has been shown that graduates of this integrated program are capable of starting, developing and managing new business opportunities to achieve company growth. 

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The Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Integrative Solutions) (minimum of 200 credit points, equivalent to 16 units) normally comprises eight semesters of part-time study or four semesters of full-time study.* Integrative Solutions students complete an additional 50 credit points of research in addition to the 12 units of study (150 credit points) comprising the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

*Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.

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Stage 4 - Integrative Solutions
Full-time students:
Part-time students:**
 
*Note: this unit must be undertaken in the Summer or Winter as a prerequisite to Minor Thesis (HEI885) or Minor Thesis (HEI886).
**Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.

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Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies whilst on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Swinburne Abroad website.

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Successfully start and/or develop new enterprises, and enhance career development within organisations.

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Swinburne University of Technology works to produce higher education graduates who are capable in their chosen profession. Learners bring to the university a diverse wealth of experiences and graduate with individual understandings, abilities and attitudes. These skills include: 
  • Teamwork skills
  • Analysis skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems
  • Ability to work independently
The MEI suite learning goals and objectives furthermore integrate the Swinburne graduate attributes: 
  • capable in their chosen professional areas 
  • are entrepreneurial 
  • operate effectively and ethically in work and community situations 
  • are adaptable and able to manage change 
  • are aware of the local and international environments in which they will be contributing to (e.g. socio-cultural, economic, natural)

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Completion of the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation with a credit average in the final four units.

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AGSE is committed to the principles of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Our philosophy of 'Learning Through Experience' recognises that learning takes place through a variety of means including formal studies at universities, other accredited institutions and private providers, employer-based training and development, and relevant experience gained within the workforce.

Undergraduate units are ineligible as a basis for unit exemptions, however, students with a major sequence of study in a relevant discipline will have the option of completing an additional elective as a substitution. Applications for RPL should accompany the enrolment application.

International students should bring certified copies of documentation supporting any claim for exemption.

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The indicative course tuition fee is $20,000 for 2012, based on one year full time load (or 1 EFTSL). The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $85,062 from 1 January 2010). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.

Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.

For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au

For information about Swinburne's fees visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/fees

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Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/

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Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)
 

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