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AGSM @ UNSW Business School New Student Welcome Guide 2017 Class of 2018 Never Stand Still Business School
AGSM @ UNSW Business SchoolNew Student Welcome Guide 2017Class of 2018
Never Stand Still Business School
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AS00674MBA Program Disclaimer:
It is a requirement of the AGSM that students in the MBA Program observe the policies and procedures of the school. Ignorance of the policies and procedures does not constitute a defence in the case of a dispute. Exceptions cannot be granted to a student who asserts that an advisor did not inform him or her of a specific
requirement recorded in the Guide. In the unlikely event of students receiving contradictory information, the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Programs
and Director, AGSM will determine the procedures to be followed. Information provided about courses and programs and any arrangements for courses, including staffing, are an expression of intent only and are not to be taken as a firm offer or undertaking. The AGSM reserves the right to
discontinue or vary such courses or programs or arrangements at any time.
ContentsWelcome 1
International students: the student visa 2
Academic study 3
Orientation 6
Preparation for student life 7
Information Technology 8
The UNSW campus 10
Career Services 12
Student activities 13
International exchange 16
Living in Sydney 18
All things financial 21
Contacts 24
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Welcome
Congratulations and welcome to the AGSM MBA Class of 2018
We are delighted to offer you a place in the AGSM MBA Program and we look forward to welcoming you in January.
This guide will assist you before you embark on this journey and contains information on what to do before and on arrival; academic study; student resources; student life within the AGSM MBA Programs and a brief guide to the delights of life in Sydney.
The AGSM MBA Programs experience
By choosing to study with us, you will be in excellent company. As the leading business school in Australia and Asia, we attract highly talented students, teachers and researchers from around the world. Faculty members are internationally recognised and our 11,000 alumni are influential business and government leaders in senior roles worldwide.
The AGSM MBA Program is a stimulating mix of traditional classroom teaching across core management disciplines and unique opportunities to work with some of Australia’s leading corporations. Academically, the AGSM MBA Program will equip you with the marketing, organisational and financial knowledge required for a management role.
Your study time and experiences with a cohort of talented individuals mean that you will develop an extensive network of business professionals as well as many enduring friendships. The intense experience of the AGSM MBA Program gives our graduates the ability to tackle a range of new and diverse problems in an increasingly complex and challenging work environment, in conjunction with the confidence to manage new issues and situations.
Sydney is a dynamic and beautiful city. By choosing to study within the AGSM MBA Program, you will have the opportunity to live and learn in a vital financial hub of the Australian and Asian region.
Congratulations on your admission. We wish you all the very best with the journey ahead.
Kind Regards, AGSM MBA Admissions Team
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International students: the student visaIf you do not require a student visa, please turn to page 3: Academic study.
Applying for a student visa
All international students who do not currently have the right of residency in Australia will need to apply for a student visa. This can be a lengthy process, it is advisable to contact the nearest Australian Consulate immediately to determine the processing time of your student visa application. As an educational provider, we have little to no influence on the timeliness of visa applications.
Please check the website of the Department of Immigration and Border Protection for the most up to date information on all Australian visas: http://www.border.gov.au , and ensure that you complete your visa application as early as possible.
Under no circumstances should you leave your home country without first securing a student visa.
Visa conditions
You are strongly advised to read and understand the conditions of the student visa. For a list of the explanations of your visa conditions, please refer to the information booklet under your visa subclass at: http://www.border.gov.au
Any breach of a student visa condition may result in cancellation of your visa.
The AGSM MBA Program is obliged under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) to monitor the enrolment of international students and to inform the Department of any breach of visa conditions. It is your responsibility to ensure that you satisfy the requirements of these conditions.
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Academic study The AGSM MBA Program is a full-time program which is traditionally completed over 16 months. The program mixes traditional classroom learning with group exercises and has a two stage structure. The first stage comprises 9 core courses completed in 2 sessions.
Completion of the Program requires a total of 96 units of credit (uoc). All courses are worth 6 uoc.
The first course, which all students are required to undertake, is Foundations of Management. This is an intensive 10 days which provides an overview of the role and skills requirements of a general manager in the workplace. The course provides knowledge and applicable skills in the area of team skills; leadership and communication skills and managerial effectiveness. In addition there will be a specific focus on business ethics and the role it plays in equipping managers for business success. This is an exciting and important course that will provide the foundation for core learning and development.
The second stage is made up of 7 elective courses and the opportunity to undertake international exchange and/or an internship.
The 9 core courses taught in the first phase of the full-time MBA program span the core disciplines of Accounting and Finance, Economics, General Management, Marketing, Organisation Behaviour, and Statistics and Entrepreneurship.
During the elective phase of the program, students choose a program of study based on elective courses that extend and integrate material from the core disciplines.
Teams
During the core of the AGSM MBA Program the class will be divided into teams. The teams are close knit groups designed to support the team-based learning objective embedded within the program. Each of the teams consist of approximately 5-6 students. Some assignments are undertaken in the designated teams. Further information on team allocation will be provided during Orientation.
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Session Dates (subject to change)
Orientation Week of 16 Jan 2017
Session 1 – Foundations of Management 20 Jan – 10 Feb 2017
Core Courses 13 Feb – 05 May 2017
Exam Week 08 May – 12 May 2017
Session Break 15 May – 26 May 2017
Session 2 – Core Courses 29 May – 18 Aug 2017
Exam Week 21 Aug – 25 Aug 2017
Session Break 28 Aug – 08 Sep 2017
Session 3 – Elective Courses/International Exchange 11 Sep – 01 Dec 2017
Exam Week 04 Dec – 08 Dec 2017
Summer Vacation 11 Dec 2017 – 12 Jan 2018
Session 4 – Elective Courses/International Exchange 15 Jan - (tbc)
Exam Week (tbc)
In summary:
Core courses 9 core courses × 6uoc = 54uoc
Elective courses 7 elective courses × 6uoc = 42uoc
MBA Degree Total 16 courses = 96uoc
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• Foundations of Management
• Accounting
• Economics in Management Practice
• Data Analysis and Statistical Modeling
• Organisational Behaviour
AGSM FULL-TIME MBA PROGRAMS
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3 & 4
JAN-FEB (2 WEEKS)
• Strategy
• Corporate Finance
• Marketing Management
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MAY-AUG (12 WEEKS) BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS
• Venture Capital Finance• Services Marketing• Leadership Concepts and
Skills• Managerial Decision Making• Negotiations and Strategy• Accounting for Strategic
Decision Making• Corporate Finance• Financial Statement Analysis• Financial Strategy• Integrated Marketing
Communications• International Finance• International
Entrepreneurship• Marketing Strategy• Legal Aspects of Business• International Business
Experience• Strategies for Growth• Quantitive Business
Modelling• Business Modelling• Strategic Restructuring
SEPT-APR (24 WEEKS) TAILOR YOUR MBA WITH A
CHOICE OF ELECTIVES, PROJECTS AND INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE
FEB-MAY (12 WEEKS) ANALYTICAL FOUNDATIONS
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Orientation Orientation is held on campus prior to Foundations of Management. Orientation is an essential introduction to full-time, postgraduate study at AGSM MBA Programs, and attendance is compulsory.
On-campus orientation for the Class of 2018 will be held on the week of 16 January 2017. We strongly advise students to arrive in Sydney with plenty of time to organise accommodation, enrolment and other administrative matters prior to the on-campus orientation.
Orientation includes: (in no particular order)
• Registration
• Program Director’s welcome and MBA Program introductory sessions
• Dean’s welcome
• Information on university-wide policies, such as referencing and plagiarism
• Careers' Department introductory workshops
• Introductions to current second year students
• Social activities
A schedule for the day will be sent to you by email in December 2016. Please keep us informed of your current contact details so we can be sure this information reaches you.
Pre-course Preparation IT: PC and Excel Skills
It is essential that you gain the following skills before arrival:
• Basic Word and PowerPoint (at minimum)
• Intermediate Excel
Competency in these tools is required. However, prior to enrolling, students should be fully competent in:
1. Navigating a worksheet
2. Entering data
3. Entering formulas
4. Built in functions
5. Logical functions
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Preparation for student life
Course materials and text books
Course materials for each course are supplied early in each session. The costs of these course materials are included in student fees. If additional text books are required, students will be required to purchase these from the UNSW bookshop at their own expense.
UNSW Bookshop
This bookshop stocks all AGSM MBA Programs textbooks and carries the latest in relevant business and study titles.
The bookshop also has a good range of general reading, scholarly books, reference titles, software and gifts.
The following are some of the services:
• All students are eligible for a 10% discount off the recommended retail price of most books
• The bookshop will ‘special order’ books from around the world
• Students can subscribe to their online magazine “Words” for reviews of the latest in business management books
• The bookshop will mail order to your home or business
• Order online at www.bookshop.unsw.edu.au. The UNSW Bookshop opening hours are:
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9.00am – 6.00pm Saturdays: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Hours are extended during the textbook rush season at the start of term.
Contact details
Telephone: +61 2 9385 6622 E-mail: [email protected]
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Information Technology
AGSM MBA Programs IT requirements
AGSM MBA Program students are advised to have a Windows compatible laptop which can be dedicated to their studies as UNSW IT can only provide "best effort" support with Apple iOS.
Access to technology on campus
Touchdown points exist around campus which can be used by all students for AC power connection and battery re-charge opportunities.
There are also a number of service centres which provide desktop computing capabilities.
UniWide – UNSW Wireless Network
UniWide is the UNSW Campus Wireless Network for UNSW students. It offers fast, secure wireless network connectivity from a wide range of locations across UNSW’s Campuses. Wireless access is available to all current students. UniWide can be accessed via any Wi-Fi-enabled laptop or mobile device that support WPA wireless security. For more information visit
https://www.it.unsw.edu.au/students/uniwide/about.html
Recommended licensed software
Students should ensure that their laptops are equipped with licensed copies of standard business software.
Virus prevention measures
In the current environment, there is a high risk of computers being infected with a virus or other malware (worms, trojans, logic bombs etc). Such an infection could potentially disrupt or even disable the AGSM MBA Programs local and remote infrastructure network. The AGSM MBA Program network is constructed with a number of active virus prevention measures, as there are many avenues for a virus infection to penetrate and spread.
Therefore students must always have an anti-virus utility active on their laptop. It must be kept up-to-date through downloading updates from the vendor’s website. The vendor used for the anti-virus software must provide a frequent automatic check and update service. In addition, laptops must be patched to the level specified by Microsoft to avoid known exposures at the operating system level.
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Compliance with UNSW acceptable use of IT policies
All persons granted access to AGSM MBA Program systems are reminded it is mandatory to comply with the acceptable use policies and respect the use of others.
Further Information:
For further information regarding IT at UNSW please visit:
www.it.unsw.edu.au/students/index.html
Contact for IT
Telephone: +61 2 9385 1333
E-mail: [email protected]
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The UNSW campus The AGSM MBA Program is delivered at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) campus in Kensington, Sydney. The campus is:
• 10 minutes drive from the Sydney CBD
• approximately 20 minutes by taxi and 30 minutes by bus from Sydney Airport.
The 38-hectare landscaped campus of UNSW places the AGSM MBA Program within minutes of beautiful surfing beaches and coastal walking tracks, as well as the major sporting venues of the Sydney Cricket Ground and the Sydney Football Stadium. Public tennis, squash courts and a championship golf course are nearby, while sailing activities are very popular on Sydney Harbour.
Additional services at UNSW: International Student Services
Student Development International (SDI) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) provide a range of services and programs to help international students succeed in their studies and adapt to life in Australia.
Advisors are familiar with the challenges international students face and they are available at all times to offer assistance and support.
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.international.unsw.edu.au
Tel: +61 2 9385 5333
Learning Centre
The Learning Centre provides a wide range of academic support services to students enrolled in the AGSM MBA Programs. All services are free, and individual consultations are completely confidential. A complete list of services can be found at www.lc.unsw.edu.au
The Institute of Languages
The UNSW Institute of Languages can also help students with communicating in English. The Institute runs a series of intensive full-time and part-time courses, as well as summer courses in English for Academic Purposes (EAP). The Institute charges a fee for these courses.
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.languages.unsw.edu.au
Tel: +61 2 9385 5396
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Counselling services
The Counselling Service provides confidential consultations to students about a range of issues such as planning and decision-making, problem solving, social and emotional development and dealing with grievances.
Website: www.counselling.unsw.edu.au
Campus childcare
For students coming to Australia with babies and small children, it is important to consider the availability and cost of childcare. Attitudes, facilities and costs of childminding may be different from your current experience. Full-time childcare is difficult to find, especially for children under three years of age, and costs can range from AUD$100–$150 per day.
For further information please visit the campus childcare link at:
www.earlyyears.unsw.edu.au
University Health Service
The University Health Service provides a full general practice and physiotherapy service. International students covered by Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) will be charged a small fee to be paid at the time of consultation. Refunds can be claimed from the provider.
When visiting a doctor, you must pay for the services at the time of consultation and then claim back from the OSHC provider.
Website: https://student.unsw.edu.au/overseas-student-health-cover
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Career Services AGSM has a dedicated Career Development Centre that offers resources, events and individual coaching sessions to students ensuring that realistic career goals are realised and every opportunity to meet career goals are maximised. The Career Development Centre activities form an integral part of students’ overall AGSM MBA Program experience. The Career Development Centre facilitates introductions to key members of the business community, as well as providing students with the opportunity to develop career management skills during the course of their program. The Career Development Centre offers guidance and support to help students discover and realise their career aspirations.
The range of services provided by the Career Development Centre is specifically designed to give students the tools to manage their career. These include:
• Career Management Program
• Skills workshops and industry overviews
• Networking and social events with AGSM alumni and business managers
• Careers' Month
• Career advice and guidance
Website: https://www.business.unsw.edu.au/agsm/career-services
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Student activities
Student Clubs
We expect our students to be involved with Student Clubs, which facilitate a wide variety of experiences and add another element to your MBA. There are a number of different clubs and societies that you are invited to join or create your own. The current selection of clubs and societies include:
AGSM Student Society
The AGSM Student Society is the student elected body which has student driven oversight over general affairs concerning the AGSM full time student population. The body works as a bridge between the student population and the administrative body. Duties revolve around student representation at executive meetings, stewardship of the program and instigating new mechanisms to improve the experience of an AGSM student. Reaffirming the AGSM culture is also a core responsibility of the AGSM Student Society.
President: Susan Overall Vice President: Jeff MacGuidwin Contact: [email protected]
Consulting Club
The Consulting Club is one of the largest student run clubs at AGSM. It provides students interested in a consulting career with information about the industry and consulting firms in Australia. The Club works with our alumni in consulting firms to provide opportunities and resources for its members to gain successful entry into management consulting careers. Visit the Consulting Club website.
President: Guillermo Rodriguez Diez Contact: [email protected]
Finance Club
The club has two principal goals. Firstly, it aims to broaden and strengthen the finance knowledge of its members. Secondly, it will assist student understanding of the current financial services landscape and associated career opportunities. More specifically the club aims to organise information and networking events, enable participation in trading games and use the finance club website as a forum to facilitate further learning.
President: Roberto de Almeida Bastos Contact: [email protected]
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Innovation, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship (ICE) Club
The ICE Club is an entrepreneurial network that provides the AGSM community with a platform for the development of entrepreneurial spirit. ICE’s objective is to define and inspire entrepreneurship in the minds of every student and provide them with access to skills and resources to develop their ideas in readiness for commercial reality. Via guest speakers, competitions and a mentoring program, ICE provides students with an understanding of a wide variety of entrepreneurial processes not forgetting the rewards and challenges that are a natural part of idea activation.
President: Andrew Cohen Contact: [email protected]
Marketing Club
The Marketing Club aims to provide insights into industry best practices throughout the different areas of marketing. Through master-classes, marketing consultancy projects and marketing competitions AGSM cohorts will continue to grow and develop strategies and methods for effective and successful marketing results.
President: Victoria Momsen Contact: [email protected]
Public Speaking and Debating Club
Being an effective speaker is critical to anyone who aspires to be in a leadership position. As experience builds confidence and skills, the Public Speaking & Debating Club aims to create a platform for the AGSM community to practice and improve its public speaking skills.
President: Rafael Andreollo Contact: [email protected]
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Social Impact Club
Welcome to SOCIAL IMPACT Club at the AGSM. Let us be united in creating a lasting legacy in our communities, throughout Sydney, in Australia and around the World that will continue beyond our time in education together at the AGSM, and into our professional careers. We seek to gather collective input and action from the AGSM full-time MBA, MBA (Executive) and alumni network, to create tangible societal changes. Key areas of impact: * Youth & Education * Health * Corporate Philanthropy * Volunteering/Fundraising * Environmental/Green Initiatives. We are needed because we can make a change NOW.
President: Jo Anne Illescas Contact: [email protected]
Women in Leadership Club
The Women in Leadership Club aims to develop long term success for the AGSM female community through an open platform of communication and through events designed to empower women in their professional and personal lives.
President: Isobel Fenton Contact: [email protected] Website: www.wil.agsmclubs.com/website
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International exchange The International Exchange Program at AGSM MBA Programs provides an excellent opportunity to expand your international networks, enhance the scope of your multicultural interactions and access some of the other top business schools of the world. It also provides increased learning opportunities by allowing you to target other business schools with a reputation for excellence in specific areas.
Students receive credit for study at the partner school and their AGSM MBA Program tuition fees cover the tuition fees of the exchange partner school. Students cover additional expenses, such as airfare, accommodation, course notes, health cover and visa fees.
Exchange placements are allocated according to a fixed pre-negotiated quota of positions that are made available by partner schools. Students interested in exchange must participate in a competitive selection process. The AGSM MBA Program Office will not be able to guarantee that students will be selected to participate in exchange at their preferred institutions. Outgoing students must also manage their expectations regarding obtaining enrolment in their preferred courses at partner schools. AGSM MBA Programs may not intervene with enrolment restrictions imposed by partner schools via competitive enrolment processes, prerequisite requirements, or other academic eligibility policies. In addition, it is the responsibility of each student to research and assess the visa requirements that are applicable to his/her own circumstances and to pursue all relevant processes.
Approximately 50% of AGSM MBA Program students participate in the International Exchange Program each year. In their place AGSM MBA Programs receives students from our partner business schools over the course of the academic year. This means that those students who choose not to go on exchange also derive the benefit of diversity from their interactions with this group of students.
Exchange Partners
USA
Chicago Booth School of Business, University of Chicago
Fuqua School of Business, Duke University
Johnson School of Management, Cornell University
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University Stephen
Stephen M. Ross School of Business, University of Michigan
McCombs Graduate School of Business, University of Texas at Austin
Simon Graduate School of Business, University of Rochester
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Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College
UCLA Anderson School of Management
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina
Canada
Rotman Business School, University of Toronto
Schulich School of Business, York University
Asia
Graduate School of Business Administration, Keio University, Japan
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, India
NUS Business School, National University of Singapore
HKUST Business School, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, China
Europe
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
ESADE Business School, Spain
HEC School of Management, Paris, France
Instituto de Empresa Business School, Madrid, Spain
RSM Erasmus University, the Netherlands
SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy
University of St Gallen, Switzerland
United Kingdom (UK)
London Business School, UK
Alliance Manchester Business School, UK
Warwick Business School, UK
*Please note that this list is correct at the time of print and may change.
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Living in SydneyFor a Sydneysider, the benefits of the city are obvious: the harbour, the beaches, the cultural life linked to the Opera House, the ready access to spectacular countryside such as the Blue Mountains and the wine country. Most would agree that Sydney is one of the world’s outstanding cities.
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales with a state population of around 6.5 million. Sydney is a major industrial, business and trading centre. It is an exciting, cosmopolitan city that offers more entertainment, shopping and sightseeing than any other place in Australia. Its population of 4 million people live in suburbs spreading out 55km from the city centre. The harbour, one of the largest and most spectacular in the world, is famous for the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House; it is also a very busy waterway crossed by ships, ferries, fast catamarans and sailing boats.
Sydney’s other cultural attractions include libraries, public and private art galleries and museums, theatres, botanic gardens and parks throughout the city and suburbs. Sydney’s restaurants and cafes offer a diverse range of modern Australian and ethnic food, serving their multicultural society.
People in Australia come from a diverse range of ethnic backgrounds ranging from Anglo-Celtic and European cultures through to South American, Asian and Middle Eastern cultures. Australian seasons are opposite to those in the northern hemisphere.
Summer: December – February Autumn: March – May Winter: June – August Spring: September – November
Sydney has a pleasant climate. It rarely falls below 5°C. The average summer temperature is approximately 25°C (80°F), although temperatures can reach 40°C during hot spells. Average monthly rainfall ranges from 75 to 130mm.
Further detailed information on living in Sydney and preparing for student life in Sydney can be obtained by searching the International Student Services website at:
http://www.international.unsw.edu.au/living-sydney/ Email: [email protected]
To learn more about Sydney and Australia, please visit the following websites:
www.sydney.citysearch.com.au www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au www.visitnsw.com.au www.australia.com
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Housing & Accommodation
There are two main options:
1. On-campus accommodation in UNSW Residential Colleges, including New College Village. Please see www.rc.unsw.edu.au
2. Rented houses or flats.
Please refer to the extensive Accommodation Booklet online for further information.
Private real estate agents, newspapers, local papers
Many real estate agents can be found in the suburban shopping areas around the university. It is best to visit the agent, as notices about properties for rent are usually posted in the agent’s window, and you can make enquiries and obtain the keys to inspect the property. You should also check the newspapers on Wednesdays and Saturdays, as well as the weekly local papers. Agents and property owners generally prefer lease periods of six months or more.
International and interstate students
If you have rented before please bring along a letter of recommendation from your previous real estate agent or landlord, as some real estate agents ask for this information.
If you have not rented before you will need to bring documentation to show that you are able to pay rent. For example, photocopies of ID, passport, proof of money in the bank (letter from bank/institution or person if they are providing you with income whilst studying), receipt showing you are going to be studying in the AGSM MBA Programs.
It is also worth noting that other MBA students might be looking to share with fellow classmates. It can be worthwhile securing temporary accommodation initially to give you the flexibility to find accommodation with other MBA students before you have started the Program.
Because of the size of the university (more than 50,000 students) and the attractiveness of the location, accommodation is keenly sought after. We advise you therefore, to take steps early about obtaining accommodation.
The average cost for a room without meals is between AUD$170 and AUD$230 per week, rental flats range from AUD$380 to AUD$550 per week. Usually a two to four weeks’ bond is required. A bond is a deposit you pay at the start of a tenancy. It is held as security in case you damage the flat or house, or leave with rent still owing. You cannot claim back the bond until the end of the tenancy. Bond is payable in addition to rent in advance (either 2 or 4 weeks).
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For international students, please note that most Australian units are rented unfurnished. For more detailed information and current rental listing please visit:
www.housing.unsw.edu.au or www.domain.com.au or www.realestate.com.au
Public Transport
The University of New South Wales is well served by public transport, with numerous bus routes passing the campus from the city and many suburbs. An extensive train system, approximately 20 or 30 minutes from the campus, can take you throughout much of the Sydney metropolitan area, as well as to NSW country and interstate areas.
Banking Facilities
On campus, the Commonwealth Bank and the Universities Credit Union offer full banking and financial services. The ANZ Bank has an automated teller machine and can be accessed at all hours.
Living expenses
Working and studying
The AGSM MBA Programs believes that the pressure of the full-time MBA for the first year is sufficiently high to preclude the opportunity to undertake paid employment during this time. As an international student your visa does not provide you with automatic work rights. It will be necessary for you to make a separate application through the Department of Immigration and Border Protection. http://www.border.gov.au
Arrangements for partners & children
If you are planning to bring your dependents to Australia, you will need to consider their visas, living and schooling arrangements. International students are eligible to apply for their family's entry on a dependents visa provided the study program lasts for at least a year. Dependents are granted a Temporary Residents Visa for the purpose of accompanying their student partner/parent. For further information please refer to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website at: http://www.border.gov.au
Please note: The AGSM MBA Recruitment & Admissions Team are unable to assist with any queries regarding visa applications, work eligibility, schooling, day care or accommodation. With regards to accommodation, we have compiled some general guidelines for your reference which can be found in the Accommodation Guide.
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All things financial
Fees
The current 2016 fee per 6 units of credit (uoc) course in the MBA program is $4,860. The tuition fee for current students commencing their MBA in 2016 is approximately $77,760. For students commencing their MBA in 2017 the fees are subject to change and will likely rise between 4-6%.
Tuition fees are charged per unit of credit according to the subject classification (course identifier). Tuition fees are charged on a teaching period basis irrespective of when studies are commenced. Fees for courses offered in 2017 will be available at the end of 2016.
Scholarships
AGSM MBA students are typically strong candidates for scholarships. Several scholarships for which AGSM MBA students may be eligible are administered by UNSW.
All AGSM MBA students are encouraged to investigate the details of all applicable scholarships and to apply to those for which they may be eligible.
For more information about these opportunities, please visit the UNSW Scholarships website at: https://scholarships.online.unsw.edu.au
Loans
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has a branch on campus. The branch has the facility to provide personal loans to residents and 457 visa holders only.
www.commbank.com.au/personal/international/managing-your-finances/loans/
International students
International students are encouraged to investigate funding sources in their home country. Many government ministries of education, employers and banks offer assistance in the form of grants or loans.
US and Canadian students
UNSW is authorised to assist approved US and Canadian citizens in extending their national student loans programs to cover study and other related expenses to our programs. If you are a citizen of these countries and believe you may be eligible for such support please contact the UNSW International Financial Aid Office for
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assistance and advice on how to apply and process loan applications. The office can also assist US students with the processing and disbursement of education related Private Loans.
If you come from UK, Scandinavia, Germany or elsewhere in Europe, UNSW International may also be able to help you access your loan program, and provide assistance with documentation and enrolment certification.
Full information regarding UNSW Financial Aid Programs, please refer to the UNSW International website at:
http://www.international.unsw.edu.au/study/financial/
Telephone: +61 2 9385 6724 Email: [email protected]
Local students: FEE-HELP and Financial Aid
FEE-HELP is a government loan scheme that assists eligible, full-fee paying students to pay their tuition fees at a public or selective private higher education institution. Australian Citizens and the holders of permanent humanitarian visas who will be resident in Australia for the duration of the Program are eligible for FEE-HELP.
For details contact the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) on: Telephone: 1800 020 108, or visit the website: www.goingtouni.gov.au
All Students: Fees Policy
With the exception of AusAID sponsored students, payment of fees are the responsibility of the individual student. A student who has secured a private sponsor will be responsible for claiming funds from the sponsor. UNSW will not invoice sponsors or collect fees from them on behalf of a student.
Students must pay all their fees by the due date on the invoice statement for their program enrolment to remain valid. UNSW reserves the right, subject to appropriate notification, to withhold all services and cancel the enrolment of any student who fails to pay all fees by the due date.
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Charging of fees
• Students who discontinue after the Census Date forfeit the tuition fee for that course and will be required to pay the course fee when they re-enrol.
• Students who fail a course forfeit the tuition fee for that course and will be required to pay the course fee when they re-enrol. Students with scholarships will also be required to pay the course fee when they re-enrol.
• Students with an outstanding debt owing to UNSW (regardless of debt amount and where debt was incurred) at the Census Date will have a financial block placed on their student record. Students with a financial block will have their access to AGSM MBA Program systems revoked, will be unable to receive results or course materials and will be ineligible to enrol in future sessions or to graduate.
• Students with outstanding debts that are placed in the hands of a debt collection agency will be liable to pay any fees relating to collection of outstanding debts, for example collection agency fees and legal costs.
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are charged at the beginning of each MBA Session on the basis of the total number of units of credit the student is enrolled in for that term, as set out in the Table of Fees. Statements will reflect appropriate adjustments for deposits and scholarships by census date. Invoice statements will be available online. For GST transactions, tax invoices will be available on request.
International students on an Australian student visa are required to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), or equivalent, prior to arriving in Australia.
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ContactsFor further information contact:
Recruitment & Admissions Office
AGSM MBA Programs
Australian Graduate School of Management
UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA
Tel: +61 2 9931 9490
Fax: +61 2 9931 9205
E-mail: [email protected]
Student Experience Team
AGSM MBA Programs
Australian Graduate School of Management
UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA
Tel: +61 2 9931 9400
Fax: +61 2 9931 9206
E-mail: [email protected]
Courier Address
AGSM MBA Admissions
The University of New South Wales
Gate 11, Botany Street,
RANDWICK NSW 2031
AUSTRALIA
