Master of Business Administration Specialising in International Business

Change the game with a one-of-a-kind Master of Business Administration. Step beyond convention as you master next-gen leadership at the intersection of technology, sustainability and social responsibility. Progress through four dynamic learning phases, selecting ambitious specialisations and engaging in signature Immersion units to put theory into practice. Expand your professional network through our partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders. Backed by prestigious AACSB accreditation and with an outstanding 91.8% employment rate within four months of graduation,* the MBA positions you as an architect of change.

Applicants are required to have completed one of the following:

• a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent or
• the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only)
  

Applicants who have additional qualifications are eligible to enter the program with Advanced Standing and may be able to complete the program in less than two years.

1 year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)

Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in 1 year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):

• the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration; or
• an honours bachelor degree in a related discipline
  

1.5 year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)

Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in 1.5 years of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):

• a bachelor degree in a related discipline; or
• a graduate certificate in a related discipline; or
• a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline and have two years relevant work experience* or
• the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only) PLUS either previous related discipline Higher Education Study, OR a minimum of two years relevant work experience*
  

* Relevant professional/managerial experience and evidence of academic capability will be determined by the Faculty PVC (or delegate) with reference to faculty-determined guiding principles. Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.

Documents substantiating relevant experience are required, clearly detailing roles and duration, as well as evidence of formal and non-formal learning. Where relevant experience is used for the basis of admission, no further recognition for prior learning/credit can be granted on that basis.

Applicants are required to have completed one of the following:

• a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent or
• the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only)
  
  

Applicants who have additional qualifications are eligible to enter the program with Advanced Standing and may be able to complete the program in less than two years.

1 year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)

Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in 1 year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):

• the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration; or
• an honours bachelor degree in a related discipline
  

1.5 year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)

Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in 1.5 years of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):

• a bachelor degree in a related discipline; or
• a graduate certificate in a related discipline; or
• a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline and have two years relevant work experience* or
• the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only) PLUS either previous related discipline Higher Education Study, OR a minimum of two years relevant work experience*
  
  

* Relevant professional/managerial experience and evidence of academic capability will be determined by the Faculty PVC (or delegate) with reference to faculty-determined guiding principles. Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.

Documents substantiating relevant experience are required, clearly detailing roles and duration, as well as evidence of formal and non-formal learning. Where relevant experience is used for the basis of admission, no further recognition for prior learning/credit can be granted on that basis.

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

• IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
• Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above
• or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills – an important asset in a today’s complex and changing business environment. The below examples demonstrate the types of roles graduates can attain.