Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Postgraduate course
Overview
This course replaces the pre-2012 Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CMEI540).
The Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is only available as an exit award within the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CMEI640M) (MEI) program.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus and cannot take the other study modes.)
| Duration | 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | ||
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| Study mode | Full-time Part-time (day & evening) | ||
| Course code | CMEI540M | ||
| Fees | The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website. |
Course in detail
Course description
This course replaces the pre-2012 Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CMEI540).
The Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is only available as an exit award within the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CMEI640M) (MEI) program.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus and cannot take the other study modes.)
Course structure
The Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation forms part of the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation program and is an exit award only.
To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, students must complete two double units of study (50 credit points) in addition to the Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (CMMS440) (or equivalent).
Students cannot enrol directly into the Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation; this program is an exit award only.
Units normally carry 12.5 credit points, while double units carry 25 credit points. In each year, eight units or equivalent normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four units or equivalent normally constitute a part-time load* of 50 credit points.
*Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus and cannot take the other study modes.
Units of study
Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (entry award)
HBG701 Integrated Management (25 credit points)
HBG702 Business in Practice (25 credit points) Exit with the graduate certificate or progress to the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
HBG701 Integrated Management (25 credit points)
HBG702 Business in Practice (25 credit points) Exit with the graduate certificate or progress to the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (exit award only)
HEI751 Core Entrepreneurship: Theory and Applied Knowledge (25 credit points)
HEI761 Core Entrepreneurship: Skills and Practice (25 credit points)
Complete the graduate diploma or progress to the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
HEI751 Core Entrepreneurship: Theory and Applied Knowledge (25 credit points)
HEI761 Core Entrepreneurship: Skills and Practice (25 credit points)
Complete the graduate diploma or progress to the Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Graduate outcomes
Career opportunities
Graduates will learn the skills to successfully start and/or develop new enterprises, and to enhance career development within organisations.
Graduate attributes
The Swinburne graduate attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching programs assist all its graduates to be:
- Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas and an ability to engage in critical enquiry
- Entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
- Effective and ethical in work, community situations and reasoning skills
- Adaptable and able to manage change, and
- Aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (e.g. socio-cultural, economic, natural)
Course experience
Swinburne Abroad
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 page.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
The Graduate Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is not available for direct entry.
Credit transfer
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the course with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
For further information, visit the Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide page.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. However it must be noted that RPL is not normally recognised for Undergraduate qualifications. Students may not obtain RPL for the Professional Practice units.
For further information for students considering Higher Education courses, visit the Pathways page.
For further information for students considering Higher Education courses, visit the Pathways page.
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Course fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.