Course details

Summary

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component. The research, which must be the candidate's own work, is written up as a thesis, and may include papers published or intended to be published. The thesis is required to present the case for the research, outline the research undertaken and the findings and conclusions of that research. There is no course work for this degree.

Strategic Management is all about envisioning the future, finding new market opportunities, and developing sound plans to see them through. Strategy is at the top level of executive activity. As a strategic management student, you'll identify a company's internal capabilities and external opportunities. You'll learn about entrepreneurship and innovation, and develop analytical and thinking skills as you study resources, industry trends, competitors and allies. This subject considers the 'total enterprise' to ensure all resources in an organisation are co-ordinated and managed effectively.

Career opportunities

• Business analyst/manager
• Business consultant
• Business development manager
• General manager
• Management consultant
• New venture consultant

Potential employers

• Consultancy firms
• Government organisations
• Industry and professional organisations
• International companies
• Large corporates
• Self-employment

Potential employers

• Advertising agencies
• Large domestic and international companies
• Market research firms
• Not-for-profit organisations
• Retail, service and manufacturing companies
• Start-up companies

Entry criteria

A bachelors with honours or masters degree with a research component of at least 30 points and have achieved at least Second Class Honours (First Division) or Distinction.

English Language Requirements

an IELTS Overall score of at least 6.5 overall (including at least 6.0 or better in the Writing band), or an iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 90 with a Writing score of 22, or a B grade or better at Level 8 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or an overall score of C (with at least a C in the Writing band) in the Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes, or a PTE Academic overall score of 65 with no less than 58 for each communicative skill.