Carnegie Mellon University - Australia

Carnegie Mellon University is an American, internationally renowned research university with campuses in Pittsburgh, Washington DC and Silicon Valley California, Doha, Qatar and Adelaide, Australia. The university consistently ranks in the top 50 universities worldwide and as high as top 10.

Carnegie Mellon University - Australia is a truly global university campus, with students, faculty and staff representing more than 25 countries throughout the Asia-Pacific, USA, Europe, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, creating wide-reaching networks of contemporaries, global experts and alumni.

Our Master Degree Programs
Carnegie Mellon University - Australia offers two internationally ranked masters degree programs:

• Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) ranked #1 by the benchmark U.S News & World Report
• Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM) ranked #4 by the benchmark U.S News & World Report.

Carnegie Mellon University upholds high admissions standards for our competitive and challenging programs to ensure they maintain the integrity of earning a degree from Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College, whether it is earned in Pittsburgh, Washington DC or Adelaide; the degree is the same.

For admission inquiries, or assistance with the online admissions procedure, please contact the Admissions Officer on +61 8 8110 9910 or email admissions@cmu.edu.au

Carnegie Mellon University Australia offers students a range of integrated support services to ensure their individual needs and requirements are catered for. Services cover pre-departure to Australia, orientation upon arrival, academic and career services, IT services, student welfare services and extra-curricular activities.

Getting Started

• One-on-one assistance during the application and admissions process
• Accommodation assistance
• Airport pickup on arrival
• Three-week Orientation Program welcoming you to Carnegie Mellon University - Australia and Adelaide. Orientation includes tours of Adelaide City and South Australia surroundings as well as comprehensive information on:

- The university facilities
- Finance and budgeting
- Australian culture
- Health insurance
- Student Visa conditions
- Welfare and wellbeing
- Academic requirements

• Allocation of a Carnegie Mellon University Australia 'Student Host' to provide you with informal support and first-hand experience in studying with us

Academic Services

• One-on-one course planning with the Director of Programs who will guide your academic progress throughout the duration of your study
• Allocation of a Faculty Advisor to ensure your degree suits your academic and career goals
• Access to Teaching Assistants (TAs) who provide additional academic assistance
• Option to undertake one semester of study at Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh or University of Bocconi, Rome Italy through the Heinz College Exchange Program
• Opportunity to undertake internships

Career Services

• Individual career counselling
• Assistance with resume development and interview techniques
• Career development workshops and coaching
• Networking events

Student Welfare Services

• Emergency mobile contact at all times
• Prayer rooms within the university building
• Student recreation areas with complimentary tea/coffee facilities
• Secure facilities with swipe access and emergency buttons throughout the building for every student
• Returning home assistance and support

IT Services

• Wireless broadband throughout the university campus and two computer clusters
• On campus IT support

Student Life

• Yearbook committee
• Student representative committee
• Student social committee
• Energy and Climate group
• SIFE (Students in free enterprise)
• Student families social group
• Activities and Barbecues organised by Carnegie Mellon University - Australia
• Convocations
• Networking events
• Australian Computer Society Membership

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The Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) is available as a one-year track program and the Master of Science in Information Technology (Information Technology Management) (MSIT (ITM)) as a two-year track program.

Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) - One-year Track
The MSIT one-year track program is available to students with three years or more professional experience.

The MSIT one-year track requires 144 units:

• 66 units of core courses (optional 12 unit Information Systems Project)
• 66 units of elective courses

Master of Science in Information Technology (Information Technology Management) (MSIT (ITM)) - Two-year Track
The MSIT (ITM) two-year track program is available to students with less than three years professional experience.

• The MSIT (ITM) two-year track requires 168 Units:
• 114 units of core courses
• 30 units of elective courses
• 24 unit capstone project (Information Systems Project)
• One full-semester internship

Students have the opportunity to study one semester at Carnegie Mellon University's Pittsburgh campus through the University Exchange Program.

Learning Outcomes
At completion of the MSIT or MSIT (ITM) program, graduates will be able to competently:

• Design, document and develop robust, extensible and highly maintainable data-intensive applications using cutting edge technologies tailored to the specific needs of any business scenario
• Explain and apply the core aspects of information technology principles and tools, and manage their implementation in a business context
• Understand and facilitate the strategic and operational benefits of business models and technology applications
• Manage complex IT projects with consideration of the human, financial and environmental factors and an understanding of risk management processes, and operational and policy implications
• Understand the strengths and limitations of current technologies and apply them intelligently to meet the needs of each application
• Apply their practical experience in IT projects developed through assessment projects for real world clients focussing on technology auditing and recommendations, and system development
• Utilise high level interpersonal skills to negotiate and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders verbally and in writing

The Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM) is available as a one-year and two-year track program.

Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM) - One-year Track
The MSPPM one-year track program is available to students with significant professional experience, providing them the opportunity to tailor courses to meet their career requirements and specialisations.

The MSPPM one-year track requires 168 units:

• 144 units of core courses
• 12 units of elective courses
• 12 unit capstone project (Information System Synthesis Project)

Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM) - Two-year Track
The MSPPM two-year track program is available to students with less than three years professional experience. Through the two-year track program students undertake an internship with public and private companies, and government agencies, providing them with practical experience in public policy and management.

The MSPPM two-year track requires 198 units:

• 144 units of core courses
• 42 units of elective courses
• 12 unit capstone project (Information System Synthesis Project)
• One full-semester internship

Students have the opportunity to study one semester at Carnegie Mellon University's Pittsburgh campus, and may also participate in programs at the Washington, DC campus, through the University Exchange Program.

Learning Outcomes
At completion of the MSPPM program, graduates will be able to competently:

• Assume positions in policy development, implementation and evaluation, and manage these functions in government, non-profit organisations, international organisations and the private sector
• Implement skills in all aspects of management, including general management, leadership, organisation management, strategic planning, financial management, human resource management, and IT management
• Utilise training grounded in theory and practical application of theory
• Work in organisations in developed countries and countries with emerging economies
• Understand how to analyse data and make effective management decisions
• Look beyond traditional paradigms, looking instead to non-traditional path-breaking solutions
• Advance the public interest by utilising exceptional analytical, quantitative and technical skills

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