International Master of Business Administration specialising in Human Resource Management

    International Master of Business Administration specialising in Human Resource Management

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 36,092 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    International Master of Business Administration specialising in Human Resource Management

    About

    If you have completed a 3-year bachelor’s degree or higher and want to learn the foundations of international business, Adelaide University’s International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) is for you.

    Progress your career in senior management. Acquire effective people management strategies to optimise staff recruitment and retention. Take a data-driven approach to decision making, using people analytics. Learn how to acquire and develop talented employees.

    Expand your business knowledge with topics on cross cultural communication, strategic marketing, ethical business conduct and financial management principles. With our IMBA program, you’ll graduate with the practical skills to not only shape organisational culture, but to lead global companies to achieve their business goals.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    • A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
    • A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher from a recognised higher education institution.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Prepare for a career in a range of senior roles within human resource management and beyond. Interested in an exciting career as a global human resource technology specialist, leveraging technology to streamline processes? Want to work as an employee relations manager, managing workplace dynamics with people of diverse backgrounds? Explore these opportunities and more as an IMBA graduate.  

    You’ll also be well-suited for a career in the following areas: 

    • Management Consulting 
    • Management or leadership roles in business, not-for-profits and government  
    • Board directorship  
    • Entrepreneurship.  

    Industry trends 

    In a global business environment, it’s crucial our leaders can transition companies to meet technological, environmental, and social expectations of modern consumers. According to the World Economic Forum’s 2023 Future of Jobs Report, these are the skills expected to drive job growth in the next five years. As an IMBA graduate, you’ll be ready to manage business disruptions – making you an appealing choice in today’s employment market.  

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    36,092 / year(s)
    International Master of Business Administration specialising in Human Resource Management
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide