- The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for experienced managers and enterprising leaders, with a strong practical focus on senior management decision-making.
- Tailor your studies to suit your needs with flexible options including face-to-face, online or mixed mode study, as well as full-time or part-time. Graduate with the same high-quality qualification no matter how you study.
- Study a top 10 MBA in Australia1 with a curriculum informed by above world-class research in Business and Management2.
- Complete the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Company Directors Course as part of your degree – Australia's only MBA to offer this dynamic course.
- Australia's No. 2 online MBA and No. 13 in the world3.
- Learn and network with a diverse cohort of highly experienced professionals who bring extensive management experience to the classroom.
- Gain an international perspective through global study experiences, including the European Summer School of Advanced Management or the Business in China Intensive School (subject to Australian Government travel guidelines).
- Benefit from UniSA's diverse industry partnerships that bring real-world scenarios to classroom learning.
- Our curriculum is informed by world-class research in Finance4.
- Use financial market simulation programs in the on-campus Iress Trading Room.
- UniSA Business is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide5 and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence in the QS Stars Ratings 2022.
- Ranked No. 1 in SA and Top 10 in Australia for Business and Economics6.
- Study at a top 10 Business School in Australia7.

Master of Business Administration (Finance)
About
The MBA degree comprises eight compulsory core courses, three electives and a final capstone experience. The MBA academic year is divided into four study periods of 10 weeks each. Courses are delivered in the evenings over the 10-week period, or can be studied in intensive mode if you require more flexibility.
All MBA courses have an applied focus. They draw on real-life business case studies, and you are encouraged to draw on your own industry and workplace-based scenarios for assessment tasks. Courses also feature visiting industry leaders, who will lead discussions around contemporary business problems.
You will be able to tailor your study plan based on your career needs and interests by choosing the order in which you study your courses, and can choose three electives from a wide range of finance courses.
The program offers two capstone options: the Company Directors Course or a Strategic Industry Project. Learn the principles and practices of good governance with the preeminent governance qualification in Australia, the Company Directors Course delivered through our unique partnership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
The Strategic Industry Project is an opportunity to demonstrate the proficiency and integrative knowledge you've gained through your MBA studies, where you'll be required to plan and prepare a strategic report focusing on a contemporary business problem. This course is an opportunity to apply your knowledge, engage in real-world learning experiences, and stimulate personal and professional development.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
At a minimum you must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, to the required standard, from a recognised higher institution in Australian or the international equivalent and/or the equivalent professional work experience. The University offers both coursework and research degrees.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 58
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Fee Information
How to Apply
Set off on a new course in life by applying to become an international student at the University of South Australia. Just follow these four steps.
The University of South Australia does not charge an application fee.
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Check entry requirements
Make sure you are aware of entry requirements for the University as well as individual program requirements.
- English language requirements
- Guidelines on genuine temporary entry
- Guidelines on living costs and evidence of funds
Undergraduate – you must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 program or an equivalent program in your home country or a recognised Pathway or Foundation Studies Program. If you are an international student studying Year 12 in Australia you need to apply via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC).
Postgraduate – At a minimum you must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, to the required standard, from a recognised higher institution in Australian or the international equivalent and/or the equivalent professional work experience. The University offers both coursework and research degrees.
See if you need to apply through a registered UniSA Agent
Depending on your country of citizenship, you may be required to apply through a registered UniSA education agent unless you are already onshore in Australia. View the full list of countries by citizenship here.
You will also find a full list of registered UniSA agents on our website (Find an agent).
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Apply using our online International Application System
Once you have found the program you wish to study, from the program's home page click 'apply online' which will take you to our easy to use online International Application System. What can you expect from UniSA’s new International Application System:
- A quick and easy to use online application form
- Ability to track the progress of your application throughout the submission, assessment, offer and acceptance stages
- Ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment through our secure online system
Accept your offer
Follow our step-by-step guide to accepting your offer, then get excited preparing for student life in Adelaide.
Important information
There is no closing date for submitting your application. Application outcomes will be advised within one to two weeks from the date we receive your application and all required supporting documentation. If you require a student visa, you will need to allow additional time to apply for a student visa.

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