Management and Behaviour and Systemic Change - B6063

Management and Behaviour and Systemic Change

Master's degree/Master's degree

The world has always counted on organisations to drive positive change. They rely on inspiring and insightful leaders to make that change possible. These leaders uncover opportunities to do things differently, consider sustainable ways to make that shift and empower teams of people to be a part of the progress.

This program equips you with the expertise to deliver targeted, collaborative and insightful change projects – both as an innovative thinker and an inspiring leader.

You will develop the tools, methods and skills needed to understand, design, implement and evaluate change projects at both the behavioural and systemic level. Guided by experts from the Monash Sustainable Development Institute, you will apply these methods and skills to address a range of challenges facing individuals, organisations, and society today.

The Master of Management will equip you with the leadership skills to influence change and inspire positive transformations, both within a company’s workforce or supply chain, and across broader society.

Develop advanced knowledge of contemporary management theory and uncover innovative solutions to complex management problems. Considering how organisations can operate more sustainably – and shape a culture that prioritises people and society – is a vital part of the program, making these two master’s programs ideal companions for leading the way toward a better future.

By the end of the program, you will be ready to drive change in organisational structures and operating systems, to enable organisations to innovate and operate differently. The program will build on your expertise in socially responsible ways, preparing you for a career of the future, including those that support the transition to sustainable practices.

Ready to lead the change that is essential for a brighter tomorrow?

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At a glance

Course Details

Duration
  • 2 years (full time)
  • 4 years (part time)
Qualification
Master of Behaviour and Systemic Change, Master of Management
Course Handbook

Are you seeking to strengthen your future or current career progression, enhance your management knowledge, and develop your skills to implement major behavioural and systematic sustainability-focused changes?

This double master's degree will prepare you with the skills required to practice in organisational environments, in relation to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), and will complement this skillset with interdisciplinary behavioural and systemic approaches to create lasting positive impact. You will develop multi-faceted approaches to internal and external strategy; leadership, management, and collaborative work; and the ability to design and implement projects to advance organisational and societal change in roles across a range of sectors and bring about sustainable futures.

The course is suitable for those who occupy or aspire to management positions in business, government, community, service and non-profit organisations. It's designed to provide you with a comprehensive, intellectually demanding and up-to-date understanding of human resource management theory and change-oriented theories from behavioural psychology and economics, social and political sciences, with a practice-based approach on how to apply them to address the grand challenges of our time.

Please select a specialisation for more details:

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major or minor* in a cognate discipline** with at least a high credit (65%) average or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA).

or

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of relevant professional experience.***

*A minor is at least four units (equivalent to 24 Monash credit points).

**Cognate disciplines include: arts, business, commerce, economics, engineering, law, management, humanities, science or social science disciplines.

***Applicants applying on the basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.

English requirements

Monash Level A, that is:  IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Double degree courses include all the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced or redirected.

Master of Management

The Master of Management is structured in two parts, Part A. Mastery knowledge and Part B. Electives. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Mastery knowledge

These units will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of core management principles, contemporary practice and leadership and their impact on multi-discipline decision-making in organisations. These units will develop your capacity as an innovative future-ready professional who is able to apply specialist knowledge to complex management issues.

Master of Behaviour and Systemic Change

The course is structured in two parts. Part A. Core Studies and Part B. Specialist Study.  In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Core studies 

In these studies you will establish the core concepts, skills, theories and methodologies required to research and practice behavioural and systemic change in complex contexts. Together, they provide a comprehensive toolkit to develop and apply a solution-focus to any sustainable development or societal challenge.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6063.

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Semester two (July)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6063.

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Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2025 are:

A$37,100

Fee assistance

As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other costs and fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.