Pre-Semester Program
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What is the Pre-Semester Program?
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Who is eligible to attend?
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Dates and timetable
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What are the benefits of completing the Pre-Semester Program?
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Is the Program assessed?
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Is the Program free of charge?
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What meals and activities are included?
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How do I register for the program?
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Any questions?
What is the Pre-Semester Program?
All commencing Melbourne GSM students enrolling in a 16 subject program are required to attend this exciting 5-day academic orientation program.
The Pre-Semester Program provides students from diverse backgrounds with a valuable opportunity to build a shared academic foundation, develop essential study and professional skills, establish friendships, transition into student life, and familiarise themselves with the University and the Melbourne GSM before classes begin.
The program has been designed around a case study, which will enable students to work together, in teams, over the 5-day duration of the program to solve a realistic business challenge. Teams will then present their case solution to a panel of Faculty staff on the final day of the program.
Completion of the case study as well as an accompanying series of workshops delivered by senior academic staff and industry experts will build essential skills required for graduate studies in the Melbourne GSM including business problem solving, teamwork, case analysis, career development, presentation and report writing skills.
International students will find the extra week to adjust to the new academic environment and the Australian way of life especially helpful.
Please note that this not-for-credit program is free to all commencing students.
Who is eligible to attend?
The Pre-Semester Program has been designed primarily for Melbourne GSM students undertaking 16 subject programs, including the:
- Master of Management
- Master of Business and Information Technology
- Master of Accounting
- Master of Finance
- Master of International Business
All students who accept an offer of a place in a 16 subject program are required to attend the Pre-Semester Program.
Subject to availability of places, students from all other graduate programs are welcome to participate.
Dates and Timetable
The Pre-Semester Program will be held:
Semester 1, 2010 |
Semester 2, 2010 |
| Monday 22 - Friday 26 February 2010 |
Monday 19 - Friday 23 July 2010 |
Please click here to download the draft Semester 1, 2010 Pre-Semester Program timetable (PDF 30KB).
What are the benefits of completing the Pre-Semester Program?
- Improve and practice essential academic, study and communications skills required for graduate study
- Valuable opportunities to meet and network with fellow students and staff before classes begin
- The chance to commence career development and planning prior to the start of the academic year
- A good understanding of the Melbourne GSM and the University
Is the Program assessed?
The Pre-Semester Program is a not-for-credit program and is not formally assessed. Students will engage in self and peer assessment exercises relating to their case study. Teams will also receive feedback from a panel of Faculty judges on their final case presentations.
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Is the Program free of charge?
Yes, the Pre-Semester Program is free for all Melbourne GSM students commencing in Semester 1, 2010.
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What meals and activities are included?
- Lunch and morning tea every day from Monday - Thursday
- Light refreshments at the closing function
- Social activities organised by the Melbourne GSM Student Association
How do I register for the Program?
All students who accept a place in a Melbourne GSM 16 subject program will be contacted via email and provided with details of how to complete the Pre-Semester Program online registration process. If you have accepted your course offer and not received an email, you can register online. Online registration will be available in January 2010.
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Any questions?
For further information about the Pre-Semester Program, please contact the Melbourne Graduate School of Management: melbourne-gsm@unimelb.edu.au