Master of Design (online course)

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Course Summary

Delivery method Online/correspondence	Qualification Master's degree
Course fees Enquire here	Study time Enquire here
Finance options FEE-HELP	Hosting university RMIT
Prerequisites 3–5 yrs exp in design and a qualification OR extensive professional experience
Student support Academic writing resources, career advice and crisis support counselling available

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About this course

The Master of Design program focuses on design application, theory, new technologies and global business practice as they relate to the design industry. The design aspect of the program focuses on critical, strategic and innovative problem solving, while providing you with the education and training to become leaders in your industry.

Through your education you will explore a blend of management, process and design issues, with the aim of empowering graduates with the design know-how and management skills to be able to adapt to the rapidly developing global economy.

How will this course advance my career?

In a competitive global economy, the knowledge that design adds value to products and services in many industry sectors is better appreciated than ever before.

The Master of Design program is beneficial for anyone who contributes to, or manages, design projects. For instance, people in public relations, communications, publishing or advertising need to understand and manage designers to effect business results.

Designers work in a very competitive marketplace. For this reason, designers with a broader knowledge of business practice and the ability to justify design strategy have a key advantage.

This degree, offered by RMIT University, provides you with greater understanding of the design process, design theory, business practice and knowledge of topics that relate to design such as branding. This program will enhance your competitive advantage in business and provide knowledge to build on your previous education. It will relate directly to and support your professional practice.

How else will I benefit from this master’s degree?

• Graduate with a design master’s degree from a trusted, leading Australian university.
• Flexible study: studying by distance means you study on your terms – at a time and place that suits you.
• Government financial support through FEE–HELP available to all Australian citizens.

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