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Master of Business Administration

This course delivers the basic foundations, content and competencies that will support the development of effective managers in a variety of roles and organisational settings.

The MBA will provide you with the opportunity to develop analytical tools for decision making in business and other professions; organisational skills for effective implementation of policy; an understanding of the various functional areas of business; skills in teamwork and leadership; effective oral and written communication; an appreciation of the use of information technology and systems; understanding of the ethical implications of management decisions; and an appreciation of the dynamics of the global business environment and its implications for future business.


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (North Sydney), NSW
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (North Sydney), NSW

Course Duration

1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

1.5 years full-time

Deferment

No deferment available.

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

  • Multi Mode

Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 25% of the program online.

Commencement date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $12800 Fee-Paying (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: $2200.
  • Average first year fee: $17600.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $26400.

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Credit Points

120

120

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply directly to Australian Catholic University.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

(a) Bachelor degree in any discipline; or
(b) Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.

Applicants must have an overall academic IELTS of 6.5 (with an individual score of 6.0 for all tests) as well as a Bachelor degree in any discipline; or at least two (2) years professional experience in management/leadership positions.

How to Apply

Apply via Direct Application below.

International Students Apply Now

Direct Applications

Select your study location and fee-type option:

Melbourne - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
North Sydney - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
 

Description

As part of an articulated suite of postgraduate business administration courses, this program aims to build upon students' undergraduate study in the field through examination of the key dimensions of business operational tasks and processes in an environment of rapid change.

The course assists students to understand management processes in organisations in the private and public sectors. Students acquire a deeper knowledge of theoretical, conceptual and ethical issues applying to business processes. They are able to analyse, evaluate and justify business processes in a changing environment.

Students may also exit from the Master of Business Administration with the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration or the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.


Pathways to Further Study

The Master of Business Administration articulates into the following programs:

- Master of Accounting / Master of Business Administration
- Master of Business Information Systems / Master of Business Administration
- Master of Global Leadership / Master of Business Administration
- Master of Human Resource Management / Master of Business Administration
- Master of Marketing / Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration (Advanced) is a two-year program for students wanting to include a research component in their degree.


Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students


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