a weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent from UWA, or an equivalent degree from another tertiary institution, plus at least two years’ work experience; OR completion of the Graduate Diploma in Business from UWA with an average mark of at least 65 per cent, or equivalent from another tertiary institution. For an Executive MBA the admission requirements are a Bachelor’s Degree from UWA, or equivalent degree from another tertiary institution, and at least five years’ relevant work experience; OR a minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience. An MBA or an Executive MBA would greatly assist in moving to a higher level of management within an organisation. Job Opportunities (Fields) Again, all types of organisation require some kind of management- which means that a degree in management could lead you to a wide range of career paths. A couple of specific jobs that you would be qualified for follow. Management consultant: Management Consultants are required to study the procedures and systems of an organisation in order to discern how the organisation as a whole can operate at its best. A role as a Management Consultant could include tasks such as researching information about the individual workers in an organisation, the tasks that they’re assigned, and how long they take to complete these tasks; identifying problems within an organisation; and finding and assisting with the implementation of solutions to these problems. A Management Consultant should, therefore, have good problem solving skills, good communication skills, and be interested in people, processes, and resource management. Office Administrator: The role of an Office Administrator involves ensuring administration activities within an organisation run smoothly. This generally includes management of human resources, budgets, and business locations, to name a few. Generally an office administrator will be required to have good communication skills, be able to supervise, have an aptitude for working with computers, and be well organised. Salary: Entry-level salaries for Management jobs can range from around $35,000 per annum in jobs such as Retail Management to $60,000 per annum in jobs such as Project Management. After gaining experience in the work force, a Management degree could see you earning in excess of $170,000 per annum in fields like Operations and Project Management.
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