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Course Guide

Why Choose CIM MBA?

  • Balance of Theory and Practical Learning

    CIM’s MBA program equips you with a deep theoretical understanding while emphasising practical, hands-on experience. You’ll develop critical skills in business analysis, decision-making, and leadership, preparing you to navigate complex business challenges confidently.

  • Flexible Pathways for Specialisation

    Choose between a general management MBA or focus your studies in one of three high-demand areas:

    • Accounting: Build expertise in financial accounting, risk management, and forensic accounting.
    • Information Systems: Learn database development, business intelligence, and systems strategy.
    • Project Management: Gain skills in project scheduling, quality management, and risk assessment.

    Each pathway offers targeted learning, allowing you to gain valuable expertise that’s directly applicable to your career goals.

  • Global Relevance for Career Advancement

    Our MBA program prepares you to succeed in both domestic and international settings. The curriculum emphasises global business principles, ethical governance, and sustainable practices, empowering you to lead across diverse industries and regions.

Overview

Program Aim

The Canterbury Institute of Management’s MBA program provides students with an advanced understanding of core business disciplines and strategic management practices.

Graduates leave with the ability to demonstrate expert judgement, adaptability, and responsibility - qualities essential for effective leaders in fast-paced global environments.

Program Overview

Our MBA program is designed to empower future leaders with the advanced knowledge, skills, and judgement needed to excel in today’s complex business world.

With a curriculum that blends rigorous theory with real-world applications, this MBA provides a transformative experience for those looking to elevate their careers and make impactful decisions in any industry.

Outcomes

  • Program Learning Outcomes

    Upon completion of CIM’s MBA, graduates will have developed

    • Advanced Analytical Skills: Analyse complex business issues, interpret data, and make strategic decisions.
    • Leadership and Adaptability: Exhibit responsibility and adaptability in management roles across sectors.
    • Specialised Knowledge: Demonstrate expertise in your chosen field – whether accounting, project management, or information systems – aligned with industry needs.
    • Global Business Acumen: Understand the broader economic, ethical, and sustainable aspects of business, preparing you to lead on an international scale.
  • Graduate Career Outcomes

    CIM MBA graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles in various industries. Whether you are advancing in your current role or pivoting to a new field, our MBA program provides the skills and qualifications for positions such as:

    • Business Analyst
    • Project Manager
    • Financial Manager
    • Systems Strategist
    • Chief Operating Officer

    With a CIM MBA, you will be positioned for success in both the public and private sectors, locally and globally.

Flexibility

Blended
Learning

Lectures and Tutorials online

Assessments delivered online

Exams on campus

Flexibility
and Timing

Students can study Semesters or Trimesters

Fast track your MBA in 1 year (or finish in 2 years)

You can move to any campus throughout the program

Courses

  • Semester 1
    • MGMT401 – Contemporary Management & Leadership
    • ACCT401 – Accounting and Financial Management
    • Elective/Major
  • Semester 2
    • MGMT402 – Strategic Management
    • CGES401 – Corporate Governance, Ethics and Sustainability
    • MGMT403 – Marketing Management and Research Methods
  • Semester 3
    • ECON401 – Economics for Managers
    • Elective/Major
    • Elective/Major
  • Semester 4
    • Elective/Major
    • Elective/Major
    • Elective/Major

Curriculum Overview: Course Progression

Our MBA allows you to focus on a specialisation that matches your career goals. Each major includes both core and elective courses to deepen your expertise.

Specialisation Modules: Tailor Your Expertise

Our MBA allows you to focus on a specialisation that matches your career goals. Each major includes both core and elective courses to deepen your expertise.

Course Code Course Title
ACCT402 Management Accounting
ACCT407 Accounting Systems and Theory
ACCT410 Forensic Accounting (Capstone)

Elective Courses (choose 3)

Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Auditing, Taxation, and more.

Course Code Course Title
MPMG404 Process and Change Management
MPMG405 Project Portfolio and Management Techniques
MPMG408 Managing Project Quality (Capstone)

Elective Courses (choose 3)

Principles of Project Management, Resource Planning, Project Risk, and more.

Course Code Course Title
MBIS401 Information Systems and Strategy
MBIS404 Networks and Communications
MBIS403 Data Modelling and Database Development

Elective Courses (choose 3)

System Development, Programming Fundamentals, Business Intelligence (Capstone), and more.

  • Scholarships

    Empowering Futures: Scholarships for Domestic Students

    At Canterbury Institute of Management (CIM), we believe that talent, ambition, and hard work should be rewarded. Our scholarships for domestic students are designed to make quality education more affordable and accessible, ensuring that financial constraints never stand in the way of your dream career.

    Whether you’re a high achiever, a dedicated student, or someone needing financial support, CIM offers a range of scholarship opportunities to help reduce tuition costs and lighten the financial burden.

  • courses Fees

    For Domestic Students

    Per Course: $3,250

    Per Semester: $9,750

    Per Year: $19,500

    Total Cost: $39,000

    With 60% Scholarship

    Per Course: $1,300

    Per Semester: $3,900

    Per Year: $7,800

    Total Cost: $15,600

  • Program Structure

    Our MBA is designed for completion in two years, with a well-defined course sequence and blended-based delivery model to ensure an immersive, interactive learning experience.

    This structure provides a clear progression from foundational knowledge to advanced skills, creating a holistic learning experience that prepares you for effective management and leadership roles.

  • Yearly Intakes

    Summer Semester  – Monday, 29 Sept 2025

Why Apply for a CIM Scholarship?

Reduced Tuition Fees

Focus on your studies without financial stress.

Recognising Potential

We value academic excellence, leadership, and dedication.

Investing in Your Future

A scholarship at CIM is more than financial aid; it’s an opportunity to excel, grow, and succeed.

We’re committed to helping students thrive, providing a supportive, high-quality learning environment with pathways to exciting careers.

Don’t let financial barriers hold you back—explore our scholarship options and take the next step toward your bright future at CIM!

For details on eligibility and application deadlines, contact us now.

FEE-HELP

  • FEE-HELP: Study Now, Pay Later

    At Canterbury Institute of Management (CIM), we believe that financial barriers shouldn’t stand in the way of education. That’s why eligible domestic students can access FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that allows you to study now and pay later.

  • What is FEE-HELP?

    FEE-HELP is a government loan that covers all or part of your tuition fees, allowing you to focus on your studies without upfront payments. Repayments are made gradually through the tax system once your income reaches the repayment threshold.

  • Eligibility Criteria

    To apply for FEE-HELP, you must:

    • Be an Australian citizen OR hold a permanent humanitarian visa OR be a New Zealand Special Category Visa (SCV) holder meeting specific criteria.
    • Be enrolled in an eligible CIM course at least by the census date.
    • Have not exceeded the FEE-HELP loan limit set by the Australian Government.
    • Submit a valid Tax File Number (TFN) and FEE-HELP application form.

FEE-HELP makes higher education more affordable and accessible, giving you the freedom to invest in your future without financial pressure.

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