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WHY CHOOSE
LA TROBE?
THE GRADUATE SCHOOL
OF MANAGEMENT
2010 PROSPECTUS
LA TROBE
UNIVERSITY
Academic excellence
La Trobe University is an international leader in the academic marketplace. With some of the most
rigorous academic courses available, the University continues to be measured by the eminence
and success of its staff and graduates. Many of our qualifications are recognised by international
accreditation authorities, and held in high regard by overseas companies and educators.
Your life-long journey of achievement begins at La Trobe University.
Outstanding reputation
La Trobe is one of Australia's leading research universities. It has a reputation for outstanding
teaching and research practice, and world-class academic standards. In 2007, La Trobe University
was ranked in Victoria's top three universities by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Index.
La Trobe University is home to 33 specialised research centres and institutes across many fields,
and is a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Australia alliance.
International profile
La Trobe University is the founder of the International Network of Universities, a group committed
to the internationalisation of education. La Trobe University is a rich multicultural community with
teaching and training links with universities around the world. La Trobe welcomes more than
4,900 international students from over 90 countries every year.
La Trobe International is accredited by Standards Australia International (SAI Global) as a quality
managed organisation, ensuring our international students receive an exceptional level of service.
La Trobe University's worldwide links in teaching, student exchange and professional and international
development provide students with a truly international learning experience.
Global network
La Trobe University is committed to giving you a global education. We have worldwide links in
teaching, student exchange, and professional and international development. La Trobe University
maintains active exchange partnerships with over 80 institutions in more than 30 countries and
provides a supportive framework during the various stages of the student exchange process.
What's more, you may be able to do part of your degree overseas with one of our international
partners and every La Trobe student who is eligible to study overseas receives financial support.
Research excellence
La Trobe's academic staff have high public profiles, receive regular awards for their research and
have had continued success in obtaining competitive research funding. La Trobe University received
$123.7 million in Federal Government funding in the May 2009 Budget. Our students benefit from the
excellent staff to student ratio.
Graduate success
La Trobe has many outstanding alumni who have achieved excellence and acclaim in their careers,
and who have contributed significantly to their professions and communities. La Trobe has over
130,000 graduates with a global network spanning over one hundred countries. Participate in
La Trobe University's future. Develop your career, expand your networking opportunities, and
contribute to future university education.
STudenT SaTiSfacTion
La Trobe University was recently ranked the top
Victorian university for student satisfaction.
(Sweeney Uni Student Report, 2009)