This unit (LML6008) is a practical, interactive course designed to equip students with the relevant practical skills and knowledge to practice as a migration agent and to establish and operate a migration agency. The unit/subject will cover topics such as ethics and professional practice, accounts management, business management, file management, interviewing, statutory interpretation, preparing applications and submissions, and advocating a case. Students will be provided opportunities to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to a practical simulated work environment and to observe professional practice within a migration agency context.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
LML6008
Prerequisites
LML6001 - Practitioner Legal Skills for Australian Migration Law
LML6002 - Australian Migration Law
LML6003 - Australia's Visa System 1
LML6004 - Australia’s Visa System 2
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Exemplify ethical principles, intercultural understanding and the obligations associated with managing a migration practice in professional practice | ||
| 2. | Adapt efficient client file management, accounts and business management principles when operating a migration agency, including implementing the compliance requirements imposed by the Code of Conduct | ||
| 3. | Communicate clearly and effectively with clients (including key stakeholders such as government), including ascertaining facts and information from clients and delivering advice to clients while respecting and valuing diversity and maintaining confidentiality | ||
| 4. | Evaluate continuously the changing legislative and regulatory regime as it applies to the contemporary migration agent | ||
| 5. | Critically analyse and troubleshoot complex problems in relation to operating a migration agency | ||
| 6. | Commit to and undertake an ongoing professional development program |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Online quiz (10 points) and short answer question (10 points) | 20% |
| Assignment | Preparation of a business plan. (1100 words) | 20% |
| Examination | Final Examination. | 60% |
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