Deakin University

GIFT City Campus,

India

To learn more about Deakin University’s initiatives through the

International Branch Campus at GIFT City please get in touch using the
contact information provided below:
Email: giftcity@deakin.edu.au
Phone: +91 11 26544700

deakin.edu.au/gift-city
Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B

Note: As on the date of publication of this document Deakin University has received
an in-principal approval from IFSCA for setting up the International Branch Campus
(“IBC”) in the IFSCA and offering the said course from the IBC. Deakin is in the process
of complying with the conditions of the in-principle approval and applying for a final
approval, basis which the IBC will be able to impart the said course.
Deakin University In India, with India,
Established in 1974, Deakin University is a leading Australian education
provider. We offer a personalised experience enhanced by world-class
for India
programs, ground-breaking research and innovative digital engagement. In 2024, Deakin University will be the first international university in the world
Deakin aims to prepare future-ready Indian graduates that contribute to the to open a campus in India.
growth of India and Australia.
The Deakin University GIFT City Campus is in the heart of the smart business
Our aim is to motivate students to ‘Think Local, Act Global’. This way of thinking precinct Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), alongside global and
is instrumental in creating professionals who will lead in sustainability, domestic business enterprises.
business, entrepreneurship and innovation through high-value scholarships,
In 2024, Deakin will celebrate three important benchmarks:
research fellowships, community projects and research partnerships. • 50 years of Deakin in Australia.
• 30 years of Deakin in India.
• Commencement of its academic courses at the GIFT City Campus, India (July 2024).

'Deakin has strong global linkages, world-class research

and, most importantly, an educational portfolio that
blends the best of campus and digital delivery into a
highly supportive and personalised student experience.'

Professor Iain Martin

Top 1% of
universities worldwide
Shanghai Rankings
Academic Ranking
of World Universities
Top 1% of business
schools globally
by holding both AACSB
and EQUIS accreditations
of World Universities
#1 in Victoria, Australia, President and Vice-Chancellor
for graduate employment
and course satisfaction Deakin University
Australian Graduate Survey and
Graduate Outcomes Survey, QILT

#1 in Victoria, Australia, 100% Excellence in

for teaching quality
and facilities and resources
Australian Graduate Survey and
Graduate Outcomes Survey, QILT
Research for Australia (ERA) ‘This is a momentous occasion for both countries, and
State of Australian University we are thrilled to have contributed to two ‘firsts’ in the
Research 2018–19: ERA National
Report Australia-India education sector story.
The branch campus aims to provide a world-class,
postgraduate education that meets the industry’s skilled
workforce demands within the country.’

Ravneet Pawha
Vice President (Global Alliances) and CEO (South Asia)
Deakin University
GIFT City Campus,
India
About the Deakin University GIFT City Campus
• First international university to set up a campus in India.

• Delivering job-ready graduates to meet India’s soaring workforce demands.

• Teaching and learning delivered by faculty from Deakin University, Australia.

• Same quality education as offered in Australia.

• Courses accredited by ACS, AACSB, EQUIS and QS.

• Deakin University is in the group of Australian Technology Network (ATN).

• Deakin Business School is among the top 5 in Australia*.

• Internships are an embedded element of the courses offered.

• Courses commence July 2024.

About GIFT (Gujarat International Fin-Tech) City

• India’s first greenfield smart city.

• India’s first international bullion exchange.

• Global Financial Centres Index.

• Daily trading volume of $30 Billion USD.

• Home to 25 multi-national banks, 24 insurance houses, 70+ asset management firms.

• Registered 35 fintech entities operating.

• 200+ Fintech entities coming up in the next 2 years.

*Australian Financial Review (AFR) BOSS Best Business Schools 2022

Courses
Professional Practice Specialisation
Professional Practice Specialisation (Unit Set Code - SP-MDBS024)
is designed to allow students to undertake a paid business
placement as part of their studies and provides an opportunity for
Entry requirements
• Bachelor degree or higher in any discipline.
• Applicants must have completed their undergraduate

Master of Business Analytics students to explore suitable vocations, gain practical employment
experience and develop professional work habits such as
degree in English to meet the English proficiency
requirement.
teamwork, ethical conduct, effective workplace communication and
self-management.
There is a growing need for professionals who possess both technical expertise and Eligibility
Students will critically reflect upon their experience, relevant
business acumen to guide effective use of data and analytics for solving business graduate attributes, and employability competencies through a
• The selection list is based on a composite score, which
considers the applicant’s profile and academic record.
problems. This demand is prevalent in both the private and public sectors, where a progressive assessment process.
• Entrance test scores (GRE, GMAT, CAT and GATE).
wide variety of industries are moving towards increasingly evidence-based decision • Industry Based Learning A MWL720. • Work experience (if any).
practices. • Industry Based Learning B MWL721. • Performance in the subsequent rounds of interviews.
• Deakin does not allow deferment of an admission offer
Deakin University’s Master of Business Analytics program equips students with Fee information to subsequent year.

the skills to help organisations achieve their strategic objectives through analytics- Total course fee of $38,000 is based on a study load of 16 credit How to apply
points of study. All course fees are shown in Australian dollars
based solutions. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive (AUD) and are calculated on the basis of actual credit points of
understanding of data analytics, including data mining, machine learning, and study undertaken. Scan the
QR code
statistical modelling. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be well-equipped to apply

to pursue careers in data science, business intelligence, and other related fields.

Professional recognition Course structure

The Master of Business Analytics is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society (ACS). Completion of this course grants eligibility
for entry as a professional member of the Australian Computer
Society (ACS). Deakin Business School holds both AACSB and EQUIS
accreditations. These prestigious accreditations are awarded to
business schools that meet strict standards of quality, academic
and professional excellence, and demonstrate a commitment to
ongoing improvement and innovation in their courses, ensuring our
graduates are employable worldwide. For more information on the
Master of Business Analytics visit: deakin.edu.au/course/master-
business-analytics-gift-city-campus-international
Mode
On-campus at the Deakin University GIFT City Campus, India,
supported by a virtual learning environment and internship.
Assessment
Assignments and extensive industry practice, with contemporary
and relevant content with strong industry consultation.
Course duration
• Two years full-time (fast tracked to 18 months continuous study
– 16 credit points (12 Credit Points for Core Units + 4 Credit
Points for Professional Practice Specialisation).
• Year 1: Eight (8) core units (credits).
• Year 2: Four (4) credit points conducted through an internship,
and 4 core units.
Compulsory unit (0-credit point module)
• Academic Integrity Module (DAI001).
Core units - (12 Credit Points)
• Foundation Skills in Data Analysis (MIS770).
• Business Intelligence and Database (MIS781).
• Value of Information (MIS782).
• Descriptive Analytics and Visualisation (MIS771).
• Predictive Analytics (MIS772).
• Decision Modelling for Business Analytics (MIS775).
• Machine Learning in Business (MIS710).
• Real World Analytics (SIT718).
• Analytics for Security and Privacy (SIT719).
• Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Business (MIS780).
• Cyber Security Strategies (MIS761).
• Decision Analytics in Practice (Capstone) (MIS779).
Decision Analytics in Practice (Capstone) (MIS779) is a capstone
project unit that will provide students with the opportunity to
develop Business Analytics practice skills. The unit aims to provide
students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience by
working on an authentic large scale business problem from concept
to solution under the guidance and direction of a specialised team
of industry practitioners in Business Analytics.
Master of Cyber Security (Professional) One (1) level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective (1 credit point) >
OR
Fee information
Total course fee of $38,000 is based on a study load of 16 credit points
• Career Tools for Employability (0 Credit Points) (STP710). of study. All course fees are shown in Australian dollars (AUD) and are
calculated on the basis of actual credit points of study undertaken.
There is a growing need for professionals with cyber security skills which are crucial • Professional Practice in Information Technology (SIT753).

for the ongoing success of our digital future. Organisations are faced with a serious • Professional Practice (2 Credit Points)* (SIT791). Entry requirements
• Bachelor degree in a related discipline OR
challenge of dealing with the dramatic increase and severity of cyber-attacks. The One (1) level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective (1 credit point) > • Bachelor degree in any discipline AND two years relevant work
Master of Cyber Security (Professional) equips cyber security specialists with OR
experience OR
• Graduate Certificate of Information Technology or equivalent, OR
advanced knowledge of the detection, mitigation and management of cyber threats • Research Techniques and Applications (2 credit points) (SIT723).
• Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent.
• Research Project (Advanced) (2 credit points)^ (SIT746).
in our increasingly digital world. • Applicants must have completed their undergraduate degree in
English to meet the English proficiency requirement.
OR
• Selection will be based on a Statement of Purpose and a
• Professional Practice in Information Technology (SIT753). personal interview.
Deakin's Centre for Cyber Resilience and Trust Part A: Mastery Cyber Security Studies (Core Unit)
• Research Techniques and Applications (2 credit points) (SIT723).
(CREST) Mandatory Unit for all entry levels
Eligibility
The Master of Cyber Security (Professional) is supported by • Academic Integrity Module (DAI001).
the research and innovation activities of Deakin’s Centre for One (1) level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective (1 credit point) > • The selection list is based on a composite score, which considers
Mastery Cyber Security Studies the applicant’s profile and academic record.
Cyber Resilience and Trust (CREST). CREST’s unique 360-degree
research and innovation platform adopts a wholistic view to the • Identity, Access Management and Physical Security (SIT736). • Work experience (if any).
challenges of Cyber Resilience and Trust. The research platform • Analytics for Security and Privacy (SIT719). * Students undertaking this unit must have successfully completed STP710 Career
• Performance in the subsequent rounds of interviews.
has been intentionally designed to facilitate the discovery of new Tools for Employability (0-credit point unit).
• Application and Communication Protocol Security (SIT735). • Deakin does not allow deferment of an admission offer to
knowledge that can advance and lead to original contributions ~ Note: Students are expected to undertake SIT764 and SIT782 in consecutive
within disciplines whilst maximising the opportunity for multi- • Computer Forensics and Investigations (SIT703). trimesters. Students should seek advice from the unit chair if they are unable to
subsequent years.
interdisciplinary collaboration leading to translation and applied • Ethical Hacking (SIT704). complete SIT764 and SIT782 consecutively.
socio-technical impact. How to apply
• Cyber Security Management (SIT763). ^ Entry to SIT723, SIT746 and SIT791 are subject to specific unit entry requirements.

Professional recognition • Computer Networks and Security (SIT716). > Refer to Course Electives list.

It is professionally accredited with the Australian Computer Society • Secure Coding (SIT738). Scan the
(ACS). For more information on the Master of Cyber Security QR code
(Professional) visit: deakin.edu.au/course/master-cyber-security- to apply
professional-gift-city-campus-international Part B: Course Electives
Four (4) level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective units >
Mode Refer to Course Electives list.
On-campus at the Deakin University GIFT City Campus, India,
Course Electives
supported by a virtual learning environment and internship.
• Real World Analytics (SIT718).
Assessment • IT Placements and Industry Experience (SIT709).
Assignments, invigilated assessment and internships outputs. • Machine Learning in Business (MIS710).
• Cyber Security Strategies (MIS761).
Course duration
Two years full-time – 16 credit points (continuous study). • Foundation Skills in Data Analysis (MIS770).
• Predictive Analysis (MIS772).
Course structure • Decision Modelling for Business Analytics (MIS775).
The course is structured in three parts: • Descriptive Analytics and Visualisation (MIS771).
• Part A: Mastery Cyber Security studies (8 credit points). • Decision Analytics in Practice (MIS779).
• Part B: Course electives (4 credit points). • Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Business
• Part C: Professional studies (4 credit points). (MIS780).
• Business Intelligence and Database (MIS781).
The course comprises a total of 16 credit points, which must include • Value of Information (MIS782).
the following:
Part C: Professional Studies
• Completion of DAI001 Academic Integrity Module (O-credit
point compulsory unit). • Professional Practice in Information Technology (SIT753).

• Eight (8) credit points of core units. • Team Project(A)- Project Management and Practices (SIT764)~

• Four (4) level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective units (4 credit points) • Team Project (B)- Execution and Delivery (SIT782).
excluding (SIT771, SIT772, SIT773 and SIT774).
• Four (4) credit points of Professional Studies.
Accommodation and
Transport
To further enhance our students’ experience, nearby accommodation facilities are
available to students, at additional cost. The accommodation facility, provides a
comfortable and convenient living environment for students, fostering a sense of
community and belonging.
Located just 15 minutes from GIFT City, the proximity to the campus allows
students to save valuable time commuting, providing with more time to focus
on studies and enjoy the vibrant campus life. The short distance also ensures
that students can easily access the university’s resources and facilities, including
library, laboratories, and collaborative workspaces.
The facility includes fully furnished rooms, study areas, and leisure spaces to
create a home away from home while studying at Deakin GIFT City and is designed
to cater to the diverse needs of students, providing them with a conducive
environment for both studying and socialising.
Importantly, the accommodation facility also includes a dedicated support team to
assist students with any issues they might encounter during their stay and referral
to Deakin student support services. From maintenance requests to personal
well-being, the team is committed to ensuring that students have a smooth and
enjoyable living experience.

Key facilities Total Fees for Accommodation

• Rooms on twin sharing basis. A$ 7750
• Four meals a day.
Transportation
• 24x7 CCTV premises for security and safety.
A$ 330 per year
• Dedicated medical van and collaboration with local hospital
for emergency and ailments.
• Library.
• Gym facility.
• Wi-fi.
• Indoor sport facilities.