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| Below are the most frequently asked questions directed at Mackintosh College. Click on a relevant question below to view a detailed answer. If any of these answers dont correspond to your questions about the college you can submit a question via our Contact Us form |
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| What qualifications are awarded? |
| Where are these qualifications recognised? |
| What jobs are out there? |
| What salaries can I earn in my chosen field of study? |
| What are the advantages at Mackintosh College? |
| Why should I study at Mackintosh College? |
| Do you have payment plans for your courses? |
| Teachers' qualifications and experience? |
| What are your course delivery and assessment standards? |
| Mackintosh International College (Australia) s' experience in the education industry? |
| Is Mackintosh International College (Australia) credible? Are they Government accredited? |
| Directors' credibility? |
| Can I get time off University or short track to University? |
| How hard are the courses? |
| What is the cheapest course? |
| What is a beginner's level course? |
| Where do I look for jobs? |
| What are your college entry requirements? |
| What accreditations, affiliations and registrations do you have? |
| Past student testimonials |
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| What qualifications are awarded? |
RTO Certificates – Cert II, Cert IV, Diploma |
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Where are these qualifications recognised? |
These qualifications are nationally recognised in all registered training organisations (RTO's) and for part of the Federal Governments' Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). |
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What jobs are out there? |
Dip of Hospitality Management - Accommodation/Hotels, Bar/Beverage, Events Manager , Front Office, Gaming, Housekeeping, Management, Vineyards
Certificate III Commercial Cookery - Chef/Cook, Kitchen/Waiting
Diploma of Business Marketing – Market research, Product Development, New Product Development, Marketing Strategist, Market Development, Events/Promotions, Marketing Assistant
Certificate III Hairdressing – Commercial Hair Stylist, Film and photography industry hair stylist, weddings and special events stylist, salon receptionist, creative artist, colour specialist. |
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What salaries can I earn in my chosen field of study? |
Average Marketing Salary: $76,330
Sub-Sector |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Average |
Brand Management |
$44,904 |
$134,000 |
$83,171 |
Category Management |
$55,000 |
$135,000 |
$87,904 |
Channel & Segment Management |
$48,200 |
$114,000 |
$77,919 |
Direct Marketing |
$28,000 |
$122,000 |
$62,302 |
Management |
$41,000 |
$155,000 |
$89,109 |
Market Research & Analysis |
$35,600 |
$160,000 |
$74,584 |
Marketing Communications |
$35,800 |
$129,000 |
$69,919 |
Marketing Strategy |
$38,000 |
$138,000 |
$77,185 |
Product Management & Development |
$38,200 |
$142,000 |
$79,536 |
Trade Marketing |
$45,000 |
$85,000 |
$61,667 |
All figures may include benefits Source: MyCareer.com.au |
* Figures quoted from http://mycareer.com.au/salary-survey/ 10/11/2006
Average Hospitality, Commercial Cookery Salary: $42,320
Hospitality and Cookery position |
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MAX |
AVG |
Bar & Beverage |
$35,000 |
$90,000 |
$57,789 |
Chef |
$31,616 |
$85,000 |
$48,163 |
Cook |
$35,000 |
$55,000 |
$44,563 |
Hotel & Gaming |
$35,000 |
$55,000 |
$43,688 |
Management & Supervising |
$30,000 |
$95,000 |
$46,019 |
Wait staff |
$35,000 |
$80,000 |
$45,938 * |
* Figures quoted from http://mycareer.com.au/salary-survey/ 10/11/2006
Average Personal and Other Services Salary: $48,762
Sub-Sector |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Average |
Hairdressing |
$40,000 |
$68,000 |
$48,429 |
| All figures may include benefits Source: MyCareer.com.au |
* Figures quoted from http://mycareer.com.au/salary-survey/ 10/11/2006
Average IT & Telecommunications Salary: $76,601
Sub-Sector |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Average |
Business / Systems Analysis |
$39,600 |
$147,000 |
$79,474 |
Database Development & Admin |
$31,111 |
$117,000 |
$70,028 |
Hardware Engineering |
$42,000 |
$128,000 |
$71,501 |
Helpdesk & Desktop Support |
$29,398 |
$116,000 |
$55,964 |
Information Architecture |
$43,000 |
$168,000 |
$92,341 |
Management |
$43,383 |
$244,280 |
$103,174 |
Network / Systems Administration |
$34,600 |
$139,000 |
$72,693 |
Project Management |
$33,800 |
$159,280 |
$89,569 |
Software Development |
$33,600 |
$185,000 |
$76,042 |
System Architecture |
$50,401 |
$166,568 |
$98,323 |
Desktop Publishing |
$53,750 |
$89,170 |
$70,595 |
Testing & QA |
$40,180 |
$103,760 |
$67,839 |
Training |
$33,600 |
$82,000 |
$54,590 |
Web Development |
$37,400 |
$126,000 |
$70,279 |
| All figures may include benefits Source: MyCareer.com.au |
* Figures quoted from http://mycareer.com.au/salary-survey/ 10/11/2006 |
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What are the advantages at Mackintosh College? |
- We are a nationally-recognised training organisation RTO.
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- Library resource centre, student bookshop, kitchen and TV room.
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- Qualifications are recognised nationally.
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- Our Course Enquiry Call Centre is open 7 days per week, from 8am to 8pm.
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- We offer practical skills based delivery in line with industry needs.
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- We offer flexibility of delivery of all courses.
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- Mobile IT units and portable classrooms are available to the rural and regional areas.
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- The facilities at the college include student recreation room, wheel chair access, amenities and outdoor BBQ.
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- Our courses are registered to Mackintosh College , and are not available to other providers.
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| Why should I study at Mackintosh College ? |
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- State of the art computing infrastructure
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- Access to broadband in classrooms and student lounge
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- Temperature controlled air-conditioned classrooms
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- Good student to trainer ratio promoting more student/ trainer communication
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- Scheduled practical field trips to gain better industry experience
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- Free re-training guarantee offered to students who have completed a course with Mackintosh College . We offer the student the option to complete either part or the full course again.
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- Recognised certificate holders earn more than untrained employees
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- Career information and guidance
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- Counseling and support services
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- Safe and secure learning environment is provided by such means as Student ID cards, WPHS procedures, and security surveillance systems
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- Consideration, attention and extra assistance is given to students with physical and mental disabilities, Literacy and numeracy difficulties, cultural, language and socio-economic barriers.
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- Campuses are selected for there accessibility to transport, ease of parking, proximity to facilities such as shops, restaurants, banks, post office as well as providing a conducive environment for learning. We are also opposite one of Australians most famous surf beaches.
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- Classrooms are equipped with the latest industry approved equipment. We focus on practical experience with student involvement in real workplace situations in the classroom. This makes the transition from training to the workplace smoother.
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- Student recreation room complete with tea & coffee making facilities, vending machines, daily newspaper, magazines, microwave and refrigerator.
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- The college holds functions throughout the year, for example a Free BBQs every Wednesday lunch to encourage both domestic and international students from Diploma and short courses to mix with each other and college staff.
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Do you have payment plans for your courses? |
International Students: An initial 25% of total course tuition fees + materials fee + OSHC deposit. The remaining 75% balance of tuition fees can be paid on a term by term basis every 3 months until course completion).
Domestic Students: An initial 25% of total course tuition fees + materials fee + OSHC deposit. The remaining 75% balance of tuition fees can be paid on a term by term basis every 3 months until course completion).
Students can also apply for a student loan from the National Australia Bank. Please ask staff at Mackintosh College for further information. |
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Teachers' qualifications and experience? |
All trainers at Mackintosh International College ( Australia ) have a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience with related academic qualifications.
All trainers have been screened by the Commission for Children and Young People and issued with a Blue Card. |
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What are your course delivery and assessment standards? |
Mackintosh College has personnel with appropriate qualifications and experience to deliver the training and facilitate the assessment relevant to the training products offered. Assessment will meet National Assessment Principles (including Recognition for Prior Learning and Credit Transfer). Adequate facilities, equipment and training materials will be utilised to ensure the learning environment is conducive to the success of trainees. |
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| Mackintosh College's experience in the education industry? |
The company has trained more than 20,000 students since its inception 13 years ago. Mackintosh College now employs more than 40 staff, and has won several prestigious awards recognising its contribution to course development and delevisery. |
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| Is Mackintosh College ( Australia ) credible? Are they Government accredited? |
Yes they are Government accredited. As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Mackintosh College has agreed to operate within the principles and standards of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) by delivering all courses that are approved within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This nationally recognized courses delivered by Mackintosh College are nationally recognized. |
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Directors' credibility? |
Mackintosh International College Australia (MICA) is 100% Australian owned and was founded by the Mackintosh family – with a clear mission: to improve employment prospects for our students within all industries throughout Australia by improving education and training.
Our mission is to continue to deliver at this level of excellence through delivery from dynamic and well-qualified staff using the most technologically advanced means available. |
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Can I get time off University or short track to University? |
Yes. Diploma course content is nationally recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Universities accept these qualifications when applying for short tracking or time off at University level. This will differ between Universities as their student intake numbers and entry level pathways differ.
A half to one year exemption off University related courses is the general short track pathway. |
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How hard are the courses? |
The courses are not difficult and experienced trainers are there to assist you with your studies. The courses are based on training packages which are nationally endorsed standards and qualifications for recognising and assessing people's skills in a specific industry. The training packages describe the skills and knowledge that individuals need to perform effectively in the workplace. It is the trainers task to deliver these packages in an easy to understand format. This is achieved by class room activities, filed trips, group activities, etc. |
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What is the cheapest course? |
The cheapest course is our advanced cocktails short course. |
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What is a beginner's level course? |
There are many entry level short courses that run from 1 to 2 weeks in duration. The short courses are designed for students seeking part time or casual work which full time Diploma students study to gain casual employment and an income. Short courses include bar, gaming, coffee, cocktail, computer and front office related courses. |
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Where do I look for jobs? |
There is a job club at the college that students can job for an additional fee that will create a professional resume and seek jobs on your behalf. |
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What are your college entry requirements? |
A successful completion of year 10 or an international equivalent is required for Certificate or Diploma courses.
For international students from a non-English speaking background an IELTS score of 5.0 is required. To confirm language ability, students must present results of an IELTS test (or other internationally recognized test, e.g. Cambridge FCE, TOEFL or TOEIC), or can submit to a test to be conducted internally by Mackintosh English language department. |
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What accreditations, affiliations and registrations do you have? |
DET (in NSW) Department of Education and Training.
DET (in Queensland) Department of Employment and Training
VETEC – Vocational Education and Training Employment Commission
CRICOS – Commonwealth Register of International Courses for Overseas Students
NEAS – National English Australia Accreditation Scheme
QAS – Quality Assurance System
AUSTUDY
SGC - Study Gold Coast
Commerce QLD
Study in Australia
TTA – Tourism Training Australia - Gold Coast
GCTEN – Gold Coast Training and Education Network
ITAB - Industry Training Advisory Body also called industry training advisory board or industry advisory body an organisation, usually an incorporated association or company, recognised as representing a particular industry and providing advice to government on the vocational education and training needs of its particular industry. |
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Past student testimonials |
After graduating the majority of students have gained successful employment or have gone on to do a higher level qualification.
Tara Hardy – After completing her Diploma of Business – Marketing went on to study at Degree level in Sydney . (Included on press release section marketing portal)
Taishi Sato – After completing his Diploma of Business – Marketing went on to become the International Marketing Manager and Sales Supervisor of Sirromet Wines in Cairns . (Included on press release section marketing portal)
Mary Ma completed her Diploma of Hospitality and Commercial Cookery qualifications and is the Queensland agent for the cosmetics importing company, “Doward International”. (Included on press release section marketing portal) Job placement and advertised jobs |
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