Master of Business Administration

About this Course

Become a leader and study the Master of Business Administration, choosing from a wide range of relevant specialisations.

The MBA develops and educates highly-skilled managers and leaders who can contribute to organisations in an effective and responsible manner.

In a globally competitive environment, it is essential to build capability by creating climates and cultures conducive to innovation and advancement. This program provides students with the ability to respond to challenging situations in complex and modern organisations.

It also builds and further develops problem-solving skills, and effective interpersonal and relationship management skills, with a focus on personal and professional development.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)

  The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

  All applicants are required to meet the published entry requirements. This course allows eligible applicants to fast track their degree through Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (CRPL), where they have completed a degree in a specified discipline (or with appropriate experience):

  You may be able to receive CRPL if you have any of the following:

  - A Bachelor degree in a related discipline*, or

  - A Bachelor degree with a major in Management, or

  - Equivalent prior learning that shows evidence of achieving specified course/unit learning outcomes, or

  - A Graduate Certificate of Business or Business Administration.

  Depending on the nature of your prior study and experience, you may be able to complete your course in 1.5 years of full-time study (3 years of part-time study) – 180 credit points.

  *Related discipline refers to any Business, Commerce or Management related discipline.

  ^Relevant work experience constitutes Supervisory/Managerial positions to be approved by the Course Coordinator.

  All applications are assessed individually, and the exact amount of credit awarded will depend on how your previous study or experience aligns with this course.

  One or more of the specialisations in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the specialisation for more information.

  Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Career Opportunities

The course prepares graduates for employment and career progression across various disciplines, including, but not limited to; entrepreneurship and innovation, environmental management, finance, healthcare, hospitality management, human resources, information systems, occupational health and safety, marketing, project management, and supply chain and logistics management.

Possible future job titles

Manager, Managing Director, Chief Information Officer, Analyst, Environmental Manager, Finance and Banking Manager, Healthcare Manager, Human Resources Manager, IT Manager, Logistics Manager