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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
March, July, October
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Duration
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
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Location
Gold Coast
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
MEM, MBA
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Course code
1229100
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Credit points
192
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Equivalent units
16
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
International snapshot
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Start Date
February, June, October
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Duration
2 years full-time
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Location
Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
MEM, MBA
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Course code
1229100
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Credit points
192
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Equivalent units
16
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
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CRICOS
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
Overview
Leading a large infrastructure project takes a huge amount of skill and expertise in both business and engineering disciplines — from understanding the financials, to managing staff and resources, all with incredibly effective communication.
This unique two-year double degree is offered at our beachside Gold Coast campus on the doorstep of an international airport. It is taught by industry experts to prepare you as an innovator and leader.
Hone your skills in project and strategic asset management, stakeholder engagement, accounting and economics, and managing digital enterprises. Undertake a research investigation and complete a significant project on a topic you can apply to real world problems.
Graduates will be recognised as experts in their field, with skills highly attractive across industries, both in the government or private sector, or as a consultant.
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"The facilities were great and the course laid the base for my career. I actually scored a dream job before I graduated.”
The Southern Cross Model is a game-changer in higher education study.
Our students now engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. The shorter unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum as they achieve milestones quickly, resulting in increased student success rates, and course and teacher satisfaction. Lectures are a thing of the past - students will be engaged in active, interactive and discussion-based learning.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes.
Our online study option is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.
The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Critically evaluate and synthesise a complex issue or theory from a discipline area to arrive at a conclusion/decision with justification. Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement, and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment. Apply and integrate industry relevant research principles and methods to complex management situations. Apply well-developed management principles using critical thinking skills to work autonomously or collaboratively to solve complex industry problems Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of a specialist body of management knowledge to industry specific problems. Attain well-developed management skills through reflective practice Design and coordinate systemic approaches to complex problem solving in a business context. |
GA2: Creativity Creatively apply sustainability principles in the management of industry projects. Develop innovative solutions to complex business problems. |
GA3: Ethical practice Apply ethical frameworks, well-developed judgment and self reflection in an industrial context. Demonstrate a critical understanding of complex ethical and socially responsible business practices informed by a global perspective. Engage with diverse cultural and Indigenous perspectives within management environments. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of a specialist body of management knowledge to industry specific problems. Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a body of knowledge in one or more discipline areas. Critically evaluate and synthesise a complex issue or theory from a discipline area to arrive at a conclusion/decision with justification Apply ethical frameworks, well-developed judgement and self-reflection in an industrial context. Apply and integrate industry relevant research principles and methods to complex management situations. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Attain well-developed management skills through reflective practice. Apply well-developed management principles using critical thinking skills to work autonomously or collaboratively to solve complex industry problems Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement, and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment |
GA6: Communication and social skills Apply a professional industry standard to communicate to a variety of audiences. Apply expert communication and collaboration skills to inform and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
GA7: Cultural competence Engage with diverse cultural and indigenous perspectives within management environments. Demonstrate a critical understanding of culturally appropriate business practices informed by a global perspective. Apply professional industry standard to communicate to a variety of audiences. |
Major areas of study include strategic infrastructure asset management, stakeholder engagement, engineering for a sustainable future, project management, and leadership and management.
| Location | Teaching period |
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| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 |
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
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| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $31,920 ($3,990 per unit) | 094098G |
| Melbourne | Term 1, Term 3 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 0101720 |
| Perth | Term 1, Term 3 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 0101720 |
| Sydney | Term 1, Term 3 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 0101720 |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Career Outcomes
Graduates will have enhanced employment opportunities within organisations seeking engineers with advanced skills in management, technology and problem solving. The course prepares students for senior engineering roles as well as management, leadership or consultant roles within a diverse range of industries.
Units undertaken in this course may count towards your continuing professional development (CPD) requirements with Engineers Australia or your relevant professional registering body.
Graduates are eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Institute of Management (AIM).
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
- A four (4) year undergraduate degree in engineering, or in a cognate discipline; or
- A three (3) year undergraduate degree in engineering, or in a cognate discipline, plus at least two (2) years of documented relevant work experience; or
- Demonstrated relevant prior learning and/or relevant industry experience deemed equivalent to items a. or b. above.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
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| Overall Score | 6.5 |
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Business Administration students must complete the equivalent of 16 core units (192 credit points).
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Master of Engineering Management after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 7 Engineering Management core units and any 1 other unit.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 6 Business Administration core units and any 2 other units.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 Business Administration core units.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 2 Engineering Management core units and any 2 other units.
Other things to consider
Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.
Course structure
Why Engineering at SCU
No.1 in Australia
We're rated No.1 in Australia for teaching quality, skills development, learning resources and overall experience
(GUG 2023)High starting salary
Graduates have a higher starting salary than national average in postgraduate Engineering
(Graduate Outcome Survey 2017-2019)Graduate employment
97% of Engineering (PG) graduates in full time employment within four months of completing their course
(Graduate Outcome Survey 2017-2019)Fees and Scholarships
Domestic students
You are a domestic student if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or Australian humanitarian visa holder. Your course will either be a Commonwealth Supported Place or a full fee-paying place. This is noted in the course snapshot.
Commonwealth Supported Places:
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Government pays some of your fees and you pay the rest as the Student Contribution Amount (SCA).
SCA is calculated per unit, not per course. Eligible students can defer the SCA through a HECS-HELP loan.
Full Fee-Paying Places:
A full fee-paying place is where you pay the full (unsubsidised) tuition fee for your course. Eligible students can defer the payment of their tuition fees through the FEE-HELP scheme (including employer-reserved places for The Hotel School courses).
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Scholarships vary in amount, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars each year. Eligibility isn't limited to top-performing students or those facing financial challenges; there are opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different accomplishments. This ensures that education remains accessible to all, changing lives and helping individuals achieve their goals for a brighter future.
Fees and Scholarships
International Students
If you're an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our International Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees.
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Southern Cross University offers a range of scholarships designed to support you while you study, available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements. Scholarships range from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand dollars a year. Southern Cross has also introduced Access25, a new initiative for 2025 to deliver a quality education combined with a straightforward tuition model, ensuring every international student has equal access.
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Dates for the diary
Our shorter, more focused six-week unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum and motivation as they achieve milestones quickly. Application dates per Term are shown on each course page however refer to our key dates and teaching calendar for detail on when enrolment opens, studies commence and when grades are published. There are also Dual Term and Tri Term calendars for those who have specific subjects.
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