ACHIEVE YOUR

DREAMS WITH US
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ABOUT MBA
An MBA is valued as a prestigious qualification that
creates employment opportunities for those who
want to rise in the corporate world. It can also provide
learning opportunities for those already in business
or industry and those who wish to expand their
horizons as business leaders. Every year thousands
of young aspirants and industry practitioners
undertake a management qualification.
There are a large number of education providers
delivering an MBA qualification and it is often
difficult to identify the best one to suit your needs.
Are you looking for an institution which is different,
has distinctive program features, and stands out
clearly from the others?

Source: Find MBA

IN THIS...
› YOUR LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE BEGINS HERE
› CHOOSE YOUR WAY OF LEARNING,
FACE TO FACE AND BLENDED DELIVERY
Source: Online MBA
› BALANCE WORK-LIFE WITH FLEXIBLE LEARNING
› CHECK YOUR COURSE ELIGIBILITY
› IT’S MADE AFFORDABLE, COMPETITIVE FEES
› UNIQUE FEATURES
› INNOVATIVE STRUCTURE OF MBA
› UNIT DESCRIPTIONS
› STUDY NOW AND PAY LATER, WITH FEE-HELP

YOUR
LIFE CHANGING
EXPERIENCE
BEGINS HERE
Welcome to VIT, with two decades of imparting education and a mission to
provide quality education aimed at changing people’s lives.
Our MBA program has features which will suit
a student such as yourself. The focus is on helping
you to achieve an MBA qualification and achieve
international business knowledge which can be
applied in your workplace. Your investment will
be rewarded by achieving a degree that can be
life changing.
VIT is an Australian registered Higher-Education
Provider with a range of specialised programs in
Business Management and Information Technology
and Systems. It is registered as a Higher-Education
Provider by the Australian Government regulator,
the Tertiary Quality and Standards Agency
3
(TEQSA) and delivers accredited programs within
the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
The eMBA delivered at VIT is recognised as being
on a par with all Australian universities as well as
institutions worldwide.
At VIT, we’re here to help! Our goal is to make your
study progress as smoothly as possible and to give
you the tools you need to achieve success.
Once again, I welcome you and look forward to
seeing VIT help change your life with one of our
prestigious MBA programs.
PROFESSOR RICHARD CARTER
Chairman of the Board of Studies
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CHOOSE YOUR WAY
OF LEARNING, FACE TO FACE,
BLENDED AND ONLINE DELIVERY
You can choose to access the learning sessions
through face to face lectures or through
our online learning system. When you log in
to our dynamic virtual classroom, you will be
connected with academics and other students to
progress with your study program. You can decide
the speed of course and work through the units at a
pace that suits you.
Our academics are experts in their respective field
of education. You will also learn from practitioners
and industry professionals who will share practical
industry experiences and professional insights into
your course.
BALANCE WORK-LIFE
WITH FLEXIBLE LEARNING
VIT provides you with the flexibility to study
any time at any location. You can graduate with an
MBA degree while maintaining a work-life balance
and managing your other commitments smoothly.
Choose a study course that suits your schedule and
study at your own pace.
The advantages of our MBA:
› Start your course with an orientation session
online.
› Choose and enrol in a new MBA unit starting
each alternative month.
› Gain access to study content from anywhere,
anytime, in any location.
› Attend digital teaching sessions.
› Have direct access to your lecturer.
› Get on-demand assignment help when you
need it most.
› Join the conversation in study group forums.
› Choose a workload that suits you.
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CHECK YOUR
ELIGIBILITY FOR
COURSE ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS

ADMISSION TO THE MBA

IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HOLD:
›A recognised Bachelor degree in Business
or other discipline AND/OR
›5+ years of supervisory and managerial
work experience

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

and credit for units may be granted.

ENROLMENT MADE EASY ACCEPT YOUR LETTER OF OFFER:

CHOOSE YOUR COURSE:
Visit www.vit.edu.au to view all information about
the eMBA Course offered at VIT.
PREPARE YOUR DOCUMENTATION:
Once you have selected your course, check the entry
requirements to find out which documents you
need to supply.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:
Go to the VIT official website, select apply online or
submit the completed HE Application form as per
instructions.
If your application is successful, you will receive a
Letter of Offer, which will include all the relevant
information you need to know about your course of
study. Once you accept the Letter of Offer, a deposit
will be required.
COMPETITIVE FEES MAKES IT
AFFORDABLE,
The fee structure of the MBA program is
focused on competitiveness and affordability.
Please contact our friendly Course Advisor for
more details.
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UNIQUE FEATURES
OF THE MBA
BI-MONTHLY START DATES
The program has bi-monthly start dates
depending on cohorts enrolled.
WORK-BASED APPROACH
The program is designed to link the
latest academic theory with current
industry practice.
AFFORDABLE PRICING
The fees are affordable and competitive.
FLEXIBLE
The program is delivered within a
stipulated time period or can be spread
over a longer period to accommodate
both personal and professional needs.
STIMULATING ENVIRONMENT
Develop fresh mindsets and
breakthrough solutions through
artful application of knowledge.
CONTINUOUS SUPPORT LEVELS
Industry expertise and leading academic
and administrative support is extended
throughout the program.
ONLINE ACADEMIC RESOURCES
Access to ProQuest, which is one of the
largest online libraries in the world, and
VIT Online Learning System.
ANY TIME EXIT QUALIFICATIONS
The 16 units in the MBA has two exit points
qualifications such as Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration and Graduate
Diploma in Business Administration.
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ARTICULATION – PROGRESSION
The MBA is articulated providing a
pathway to higher studies for continued
learning.

AQF ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION

The course and its content are accredited
by the Australian Government at the level
of Australian Qualification Framework
(AQF) level 9, ensuring recognition within
Australia and globally.
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ASSESS
YOUR
PROGRESS
There are a variety of MBA unit assessments
designed to achieve high-quality learning
outcomes and evaluate your progress.
Assessments include online quizzes, essay writing.

GRADUATE
WITH PRIDE
Celebrate your hard work and success
with your classmates in the VIT Alumni
Community when you graduate.
All VIT graduates will receive an invitation
to a grand convocation ceremony held in
Melbourne, Australia. Wear your graduation
robes with pride and take the next step
towards your future.
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INNOVATIVE
STRUCTURE OF MBA
› Units 1 to 8 are CORE.
SPECIALISATION UNITS
› Units 9 to 16 are electives selected out of a pool MBA – INFORMATION SYSTEMS
of SPECIALISATIONS.
19 MBA 6101: Business Information Systems
• For MBA with specialisation – 4 units
from a SPECIALISATION and 4 units from 2 MBA 6102: IT Project Management
10
any other electives.
3 MBA 6103: Agile Methodology
11
• For MBA non-specialisation – any 8 units
from the electives. MBA 6104: Business Processes Modelling
4
12
and Management

CORE UNITS
11
MBA 5001: SPECIALISATION UNITS
Sustainable Marketing MBA – MANAGEMENT
MBA 5002: 19 MBA 6201: Quality Management
22
Managing Administration and Control
2 MBA 6202: Managing Corporate Sustainability
10
MBA 5003:
33
Managing Logistics and Technology
3 MBA 6203: Project Management
11
MBA 5004:
44 MBA 6204: Managing the Quantitative
Managing Decision Making Processes 4
12
Support of Decision Making
MBA 5005:
55
Managing Human Capital
MBA 5006:
66
Managing Organisational Behaviour
SPECIALISATION UNITS
MBA – TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
MBA 5007:
77 19 MBA 6301: Event Management
Managing Strategy and Innovation
MBA 5008: MBA 6302: Integrated Marketing
88 2
10
Business Research Methods Communications

3 MBA 6303: Tourism Management Operations

11

SPECIALISATION UNITS 4 MBA 6304: Hospitality Management

12
MBA – FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
19 MBA 6001: Investment Management

2 MBA 6002: Corporate Finance

10
SPECIALISATION UNIT
BUSINESS PROJECT
3 MBA 6003: Financial Analytics
11
MBA 6400:
MBA 6004: Management and Financial Part A & B Capstone Project
4
12
Accounting
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MBA PROGRESSION
WITH EXIT QUALIFICATIONS
STUDENT
ENROLMENT

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE GRADUATE DIPLOMA

IN BUSINESS IN BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATION
(GCBA)* (GDBA)*
Successfully complete first Four CORE Units Successfully complete all Eight CORE Units

EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

MASTERS OF BUSINESS MASTERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENTS ELIGIBLE
ADMINISTRATION FOR
(eMBA) STUDENTS NOT ELIGIBLE
ADMINISTRATION (eMBA)
4 WITH
UNITSRPL
RPL FOR 4 UNITS RPL*
WITHOUT RPL
Successfully complete Twelve Units Successfully complete Sixteen Units
(Eight CORE and Four Other) (Eight CORE and Eight Other)

MBA WITH SPECIALISATION MBA WITH SPECIALISATION

Successfully complete Twelve Units Successfully complete Sixteen Units
(Eight CORE and Four from a SPECIALISATION) (Eight CORE, Four from a SPECIALISATION
and Four from any SPECIALISATION)

MBA WITHOUT SPECIALISATION MBA WITHOUT SPECIALISATION

Successfully complete Twelve Units Successfully complete Sixteen Units
(Eight CORE and Four from any SPECIALISATION) (Eight CORE and Eight from any SPECIALISATION)

*No RPL or credit applies.

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DURATION STRUCTURE
UNITS QUALIFICATIONS CREDITS UNITS QUALIFICATIONS CREDITS

UNIT 1 6 UNIT 9 6

UNIT 2 6 UNIT 10
MBA 6
GRADUATE
UNIT 3
CERTIFICATE 6 UNIT 11
(WITH RPL) 6
› Units 1 to 8 are CORE.
UNIT 4 6 UNIT 12 6
› Units 9 to 12 and 9 to 16
are Electives selected
UNIT 5 6 UNIT 13 6 out of a pool of
SPECIALISATION UNITS.
UNIT 6 6 UNIT 14
MBA 6
GRADUATE › 16/12 Units – one unit
UNIT 7
DIPLOMA 6 UNIT 15
(WITHOUT RPL) 6 bi-monthly process –
three stage completion
and three qualifications
UNIT 8 6 UNIT 16 6 (if completed).

PROGRESSION

LEARNING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PORTFOLIO

CAREER MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

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UNIT DESCRIPTIONS AT A
GLANCE WITH LEARNING
OUTCOMES
MBA CORE UNITS
MBA 5001: SUSTAINABLE MARKETING
This unit provides students with a comprehensive coverage to
understanding the economics and marketing environment of
their setting in order to manage their tasks. They will learn about
how to manage suppliers, distributors, customers, stock markets
and competitors, all of which directly affect the organisation in
the attainment of its business goals.
MBA 5002: MANAGING ADMINISTRATION AND CONTROL
This unit delivers the core business disciplines of accounting and
law and enables students to understand fundamental accounting
concepts and conventions as a basis for making decisions in
business. Students will also be provided a brief understanding
of law across the wide spectrum of activities that influence and
impact organisational operations.
MBA 5003: MANAGING LOGISTICS AND TECHNOLOGY
This unit is designed to introduce operations management,
logistics and management information systems in the context
of building a sustainable competitive advantage through the
design of process management, quality assurance, likely demand,
location, layout, inventory, supply chain management, job design
and maintenance management.
MBA 5004: MANAGING DECISION MAKING PROCESSES
Managing decision making processes is concerned with being
able to obtain and interpret information to facilitate judgement
of things, services, and people. This unit explicitly delivers this
through a sound foundation in the most relevant areas of business
statistics and quantitative methods, including appropriate
treatment of current trends such as the business value of big data.
MBA 5005: MANAGING HUMAN CAPITAL
Managing human capital is concerned with coaching and
developing others, resolving conflicts and negotiating with
others, developing and building teams. This unit focuses on
the development of knowledge and skills to enable students to
identify, critically analyse and make effective decisions to resolve
people-related issues in organisations, facilitate employee
development, and develop and sustain effective teams in
complex operating environments.
MBA 5006: MANAGING ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
Understanding human behaviour at individual, group and
organisational levels is essential for private and public
organisational success. This unit enables students to gain an
appreciation of organisational behaviour which they can use
throughout their careers. This unit builds students’ understanding
beginning with a focus on the behaviour of the individual.
MBA 5007: MANAGING STRATEGY AND INNOVATION
Managing and leading strategy and innovation is concerned
with thinking creatively, being able to develop objectives and
strategies, and providing advice to others. This unit explicitly
delivers this through a solid foundation in the core business
disciplines of strategic management, and innovation and
entrepreneurship. This unit facilitates students to apply the
principles of strategic management.
MBA 5008: BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS
Research is the process of finding solutions to a problem after a
thorough study and analysis of the situational factors. Managers
in organisations constantly engage themselves in studying and
analysing issues and hence are involved in some form of research
activity as they make decisions at the workplace.

MBA WITH FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SPECIALISATION
MBA 6001: INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
This unit enables students to understand the theory and then
apply the principles of investment management. Topics covered
include asset allocation and selection, computing rates of return
on various instruments, short selling and buying on margin, a
comparison of stop and bond performance, constructing price-
weighted indexes, market efficiency, ratio analysis, mutual funds
and hedge funds, diversification and portfolio considerations,
derivative securities and valuing equities using discounted cash
flows and price multipliers.
MBA 6002: CORPORATE FINANCE
Corporate finance provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to corporate financial management. The unit links
the mathematics of finance and discounted cash flows to finance
theory, valuation and investment analysis, commencing with an
understanding and analysis of accounting statements from a
finance perspective.
MBA 6003: FINANCIAL ANALYTICS
This unit is designed to introduce students to the practical
application of financial analytic modelling using appropriate
modelling tools including spreadsheets. The subject covers
both modelling, and financial theory, and includes computer
modelling methodology, activity based costing, shareholder
value analysis, risk measurement, spreadsheet modelling, capital
budgeting, project management, optimal capital budgets, short-
term planning and financing, accounts receivable and inventory,
and statement analysis.
MBA 6004: MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Financial accounting is an essential function that ensures the
provision of relevant and reliable information to stakeholders.
Unit aims to develop the skills, terminology and knowledge of
students in the context of more sophisticated accounting issues.
Management accounting is a powerful tool that helps
inform decisions.
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MBA WITH INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALISATION
MBA 6101/MITS 4001:
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This unit provides the necessary foundation in Business-IT
alignment, an understanding of which is essential for successful
implementation of business transformation. Students will be
prepared to evaluate the strategic and operational roles of
information systems in organisations.
MBA 6102/MITS 5001: IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This unit covers essential IT project management (PM)
techniques for managing medium to large scale IT projects such
as an enterprise software solutions project, IT infrastructure
implementation project, IT outsourcing projects etc. The unit
covers process groups such as initiation, planning, execution,
monitoring, control and closure.
MBA 6103/MITS 5508: AGILE METHODOLOGY
This unit introduces the concepts required for the construction
of software solutions using agile methodologies. It discusses the
nature, categories and the different software life cycle models
used in agile software engineering. The unit elaborates various
agile aspects in phases such as requirements engineering,
management, design, modelling development, testing and
continuous delivery.
MBA 6104/MITS 5507:
BUSINESS PROCESS MODELLING AND MANAGEMENT
The unit provides comprehensive coverage related to analysing
and modelling of business processes. The unit introduces
frameworks for understanding the design, control and
improvement of business processes. Implementation details are
discussed using modelling tools and analytical frameworks. Case
studies are used to reinforce the general principles for managing
business processes, illustrate topics such as identification of
information-bearing events and to understand how to assess
and improve process efficiency.
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MBA WITH MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION
MBA 6201: QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Managing, controlling and improving quality is a vital activity
in contemporary business organisations. This unit aims to
expose students to the range of techniques required for
the control and improvement of quality. We place particular
emphasis on appropriate management structures and statistical/
analytical tools.
MBA 6202: MANAGING CORPORATIONS SUSTAINABLY
This unit is underpinned by the concept of the triple bottom line:
economic, social and environmental costs and benefits. This unit
provides an academically grounded analysis of sustainability, as
well as providing the core knowledge required to decide upon,
implement and measure a sustainability initiative. Completion of
this unit will enhance understanding that managing sustainability
is managing for the long-term.
MBA 6203: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This unit aims to introduce students to the concepts of
project management. At the end of this unit students will have
developed knowledge to apply a range of project management
tools and techniques. This unit is structured around the Project
Management Institute’s (PMI) ‘The Project Management Body of
Knowledge’, which is the sum of knowledge within the profession
of project management.
MBA 6204: MANAGING THE QUANTITATIVE SUPPORT
OF DECISION MAKING
Quantitative Support of Decision Making, or Management Science,
involves the use of mathematics and statistics to support decision-
making in business. This unit provides students with an understanding
of the key methods and techniques in this discipline area.
MBA WITH TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY SPECIALISATION
MBA 6301: EVENT MANAGEMENT
This unit is concerned with managing a special kind of project
– the event. This involves initiation, planning, implementation,
employment of control and monitoring systems, evaluation and
legacy management. In discussing these steps those factors
that act to condition how they are undertaken are addressed,
including considerations linked to ethical and socially responsible
business practice.
MBA 6302: INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
The Marketing Communications Mix is the specific mix of
advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, and public
relations a company uses to pursue its advertising and marketing
objectives. The marketing communications environment is
changing rapidly as a consequence of rapid technology advances.
Mass markets have fragmented, causing marketers to shift away
from mass marketing, resulting in increased media fragmentation.
MBA 6303: TOURISM MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS
Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries and is growing
rapidly. In this unit, students will learn the concepts underpinning
sustainable development and sustainable tourism and the ability
to apply the concept of sustainable tourism in modern economies
in conjunction with relevant professional staff.
MBA 6304: HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Hospitality refers to organisations that offer shelter, food and
potentially other services to people away from their homes
such as clubs, casinos and attractions. Whilst diverse, these
organisations share a number of management problems.
BUSINESS PROJECT ELECTIVE (MBA STUDENTS ONLY)
MBA 6400: BUSINESS PROJECT
This is a practical based elective business project double-credit
unit. The business project may originate from large corporations,
non-profit and government agencies, small businesses or
entrepreneurs in an area related to studies completed to date. The
students will select the area of a project based on a disciplinary
area that they are familiar with. Students will work closely with an
academic staff member and a company staff member.
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