With staff internationally renowned for their research contributions and quality of teaching, La Trobe University offers students world-class opportunities in a supportive environment. This is demonstrated by La Trobe University's top rank in Victoria for student satisfaction (Sweeney Uni Student Report 2009) and strong 2010 Excellence in Research rankings.
About Us
La Trobe University offers specialist training for students who want to be professionals in business. La Trobe focuses on developing skills and knowledge in specific professional and discipline areas. In addition to accredited accounting masters programs, La Trobe has introduced a master of accounting (research studies), which provides an articulated pathway and enables high-achieving postgraduate coursework students to complete appropriate research training. The university also boasts a suite of programs in information systems management accredited by the Australian Computer Society and a master of tourism with an honours semester that prepares students for industry research or entry into a PhD. The Faculty recently introduced a range of new masters degrees in financial analysis, with specialised training in financial planning, investment, financial risk management and Islamic finance.
Our MBA, already voted 'Australia's most loved MBA' (2009 AFR BOSS), is currently being renewed and is set to relaunch in 2012. The new program has been designed specifically to provide experienced professionals with a highly flexible and individualised general management study experience.
Rankings
La Trobe University is a leading provider of high-quality, internationally relevant research and education. In the latest Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, tourism research received an above-average world rating, while overall research performance in accounting, commerce and management was rated at world standard. In 2011, La Trobe University received EPAS accreditation for the MBA - one of only 43 business schools globally. The La Trobe University MBA is the first MBA in Australia with this accreditation. Awarded by EFMD, a leading international accreditation body in business and management, EPAS accreditation is a powerful external endorsement of the quality of our programs and the expertise and hard work of our staff.
Areas of expertise
La Trobe University caters for a wide range of interests in business and management, including:
- accounting
- business
- economics
- finance
- information systems management
- management
- marketing
- tourism and hospitality.
Student Services
One of La Trobe's greatest strengths is its comprehensive range of specialised support services to help international students settle into and enjoy living in Australia. We understand that adjusting to a new culture and environment, making new friends and studying successfully can present difficulties to students. Our staff ensure you do not have to cope with this all on your own.
University services include:
assistance with visa and health insurance, and information on accommodation
a free airport reception service
an International Welcome Festival Orientation program
staff who offer advice and support on personal, financial or cultural issues, and the transition to life in Australia and study at La Trobe
an after-hours, free telephone hotline service to help students with anything they might be concerned about.
Location
La Trobe's main campus is located in Melbourne, in the suburb of Bundoora, 14km (8.7 miles) north of Melbourne's central business district. The campus covers 232 hectares (573 acres) of stunning parkland and waterways, and even houses its own wildlife sanctuary. Public transport provides direct access to the Melbourne CBD in 30 minutes.
Scholarships
To attract top candidates from around the world, La Trobe University offers a range of scholarships. For more information, visit: www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships.
Courses
Locations
La Trobe Graduate School of Management
La Trobe University, Victoria, 3086
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Student Profiles
Raymond Oguntade, Nigeria
MBA
Before I chose to study the MBA at La Trobe University, I had worked for 10 years in a management role in civil engineering. In this position, I had developed some managerial skills but felt I needed training in management and administration to further my career. That was the basis of my decision to undertake the MBA program at the Graduate School of Management. The La Trobe community is wonderful and accommodating, and the environment is very conducive and supportive to any student regardless of background and origin. Throughout the program, the academic and support staff at the school have been very helpful and always approachable. The lecturers have definitely broadened my horizon and given me new perspective on my own managerial capabilities, through their engaging teaching style. This has certainly expanded my career opportunities as their views and experiences have contributed greatly to new my new business knowledge. Throughout my career, I have worked in the multinational companies with colleagues from all corners of the world and it has been rewarding to study with students from all over the world at the GSM. The experience has certainly broadened my knowledge and helped me to communicate more freely with other cultures and to understand different views on how to do business. Having an MBA degree will definitely enhance my managerial performance; improve my professional job role and improve my in-depth knowledge on how to analyse business situation and environment and create relevant solution.