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Master of Business Administration MBA

Increase and deepen your range of management skills. This program covers the latest trends and influences in business and builds on your skills in critical thinking and analysis.

In this program you will:

  • Learn in a team environment where you and the other program participants share real-life management challenges and application of problem-solving skills
  • Complete six courses in the fundamentals of accounting, economics, corporate finance, strategic management and marketing. Then choose six interest topics, including international trade and finance, entrepreneurship, global business management, and research
  • Apply your new skills in your current job and complete the MBA flexibly either on campus or online

Location

CRICOS code

066777E

Duration

1.5 years 1.5 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$24,696 Fee-paying
Fee-paying
A$27,400 / A$41,100 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

Start

  • Session 1
  • Session 2
  • Session 3
  • Session 5
  • Session 6
  • Session 7
  • Session 1
  • Session 2
  • Session 3
  • Session 5
  • Session 6
  • Session 7

Session 1 and Session 7 intakes are an accelerated study sequence only. Session 2, Session 3, Session 5 and Session 6 can be completed in either standard or accelerated study sequence. International students must complete the accelerated study sequence for Session 6 intake.

Session 1 and Session 7 intakes are an accelerated study sequence only. Session 2, Session 3, Session 5 and Session 6 can be completed in either standard or accelerated study sequence. International students must complete the accelerated study sequence for Session 6 intake.

Start
  • Session 1
  • Session 2
  • Session 3
  • Session 5
  • Session 6
  • Session 7
  • Session 1
  • Session 2
  • Session 3
  • Session 5
  • Session 6
  • Session 7
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning, Online
Total courses
12
Total units
144
Duration
1.5 years 1.5 years
CRICOS code
066777E
UniSC program code
BU710
Program structure
Required courses (6) 72 units

BUS703 Directing Performance: Contemporary Perspectives
BUS704 Physical Theatre
BUS705 Theatre Production
MGT701 Theatre Internship
MGT703 Introduction to Creative Writing
MKG701 The English Language

Elective courses (6) 72 units

Select 6 elective courses (72 units) from any of the 500 or 700 level courses from School of Business and Creative Industries.

These electives can be used to study courses in the following interest areas:

  • Economics, Accounting and Finance
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management 
  • Health Sector Business Management 
  • Information and Communications Technology
  • Global Business 
  • Management 
  • Marketing 

Please note that the program structure of the MBA and names of courses are subject to change.

Note: Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Study sequences

To be considered for admission candidates would normally be required to:

  1. possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent *
  2. have at least two years relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience; and
  3. candidates whose first language is other than English must demonstrate an appropriate level of English proficiency. Refer to the English language requirements

* Applicants who do not possess an undergraduate degree but have at least 3 years’ relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience may be admitted to the qualifying Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.

Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration will qualify the candidate for entry into the MBA for completion of the remaining courses.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Program requirements
Program requirements 

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 144 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Online study mode not available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses

Fee-paying estimate
A$24,696
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$27,400
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$41,100