Master of Business Research
CIM Master of Business Research program aims to extend knowledge and understanding of learners in a range of theoretical and empirical research methods and will enable them to make their own research contributions by completing an independent research project. Students will undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis that will enable them in-depth exploration of their chosen area.
CIM Master of Business Research provides students with a research degree that allows to plan, conduct and manage a substantial research project. As part of the program, students will engage in critical thinking, develop knowledge of ethical practice, and develop high level of cognitive, technical and creative skills to conceptualise, investigate and address research problems. In the Master of Business Research program, the curriculum for each student will be tailored according to their academic background. As part of the program, students will develop essential skills in research ethics and design, followed by comprehensive training in qualitative and quantitative research methods that are relevant to their specific research areas. Upon obtaining a cumulative score of 70% in all core courses, students will commence independent research in a study area of their personal interest and passion.
Intakes
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- June
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
TThe Master of Business Research program is a specialised program for students who are interested in a research career. The Master of Business Research will assist students in preparing to enter the competitive job market, where the average salary for an employee in the Business Research, Analysis, and Advisory Services industry, according to PayScale, ranges up to $117,000. Successful completion of Master of Business Research also provides a pathway to a higher learning as an admission requirement for a doctoral degree. Career opportunities in Master of Business Research program are quite diverse with possible career paths as a:
- Researcher
- Academic
- Technologist
- Consultant
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
A Master Degree (AQF Level 9) or Bachelor (Honours) degree from CIM or any other approved institution.
A three-year undergraduate degree and a graduate diploma at a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 percent or higher.
A three-year undergraduate degree at a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 percent or higher , plus a minimum of one year’s relevant work experience.
A qualification recognised as equivalent by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR)
Alternative qualification/s and/or experience may be considered to be of equivalent scope and standard to those listed above by the Academic Board of the Institute.
English Language Proficiency
Research Program
A current (within two years of test date) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall academic score of 6.5 or higher with no band lower than 6.0; or
Successful completion of an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course at the required level;
(Other acceptable test scores in PTE, CAE and TOEFL as mentioned in Section b below)
If the admission applicant’s IELTS test result is older than two years, to prove their required English language competency, the admission applicant may sit for an English language test conducted by an Australian ELICOS provider.
Undertaken higher education (tertiary) studies in English
i. at least one year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) tertiary study in a recognised bachelor’s degree or other approved tertiary qualifications, within five years of the date on which students will commence their course, in one of the following English-speaking countries:
- Course Code: 115260B
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
56000 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 250 AUD