Business

APSB Master of Business Administration

  • Domestic
  • International
  • Duration

    1.5 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    January*, May and September
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus
  • Duration

    1.5 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    January*, May and September
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus

About Degree

Inspire greatness

We are living in a world that is at times volatile, unexpected and ambiguous. It is essential that current and future leaders be equipped to deal with complex problems in a systemic, integrated and collaborative fashion.

Our APSB Master of Business Administration (MBA) creates leaders who can deliver on the demands of an increasingly complex world, as demonstrated by our broad network of alumni in the business community. Our MBA is ranked #1 in South Australia for Career Impact*.

What will you do?

The APSB MBA is student-focused, with maximum flexibility to suit the needs of busy professionals. You will:

  • build professional relationships and networks
  • gain advanced problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills
  • develop strong leadership skills necessary for driving innovation and positive change within organisations
  • cultivate a global outlook, strategic mindset, and the ability to see the bigger picture
  • understand the management of critical business functions through coursework including finance, accounting, economics and marketing.

There are also opportunities for international exchanges at world-leading business schools.

To accommodate the needs of busy professionals, providing maximum flexibility to customise your schedule around your needs classes include:

  • weekly evening classes
  • monthly weekend intensives (Friday/Saturday)
  • optional MBA summer school for two weeks in January

Note: Intakes occur throughout the year, in January, May and September, with Summer School options in January.


Entry Requirements

Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:

  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    SATAC Code3CM235
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeJanuary* (including summer school options), May and September
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry


    Higher Education StudyA minimum of five years' relevant work experience is required for applicants with a completed AQF Bachelor's degree (minimum GPA 5.0);
    OR
    A minimum of seven years' related work experience and a satisfactory GMAT score (550) is required for applications without a completed Bachelor's degree;
    OR
    A completed Graduate Certificate in Business Administration;

    Interview with MBA Director where the applicant must demonstrate Leadership, Communication, Team Skills, Motivation, Business Skills.

    Please upload a copy of your CV with your application. Additionally, if you have had previous contact with the AMBA Director through one of the MBA Coffee catch up sessions or AMBA Information Sessions, please indicate this in your CV.


    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students14.0%
    All students25100.0%


    International applicants

    CRICOS059067E
    IntakeJanuary, May and September
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 7Reading 6.5Listening 6.5Speaking 6.5Writing 6.5





    TOEFLOverall 94Reading 20Listening 20Speaking 22Writing 24





    PearsonOverall 65Reading 58Listening 58Speaking 58Writing 58





    C1 AdvancedOverall 185Reading 176Listening 176Speaking 176Writing 176





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Tertiary Qualifications
    • A minimum of five years' relevant work experience is required for applicants with a completed AQF Bachelor's degree (minimum GPA 5.0) or;
    • A minimum of seven years' related work experience and a satisfactory GMAT score (550) is required for applications without a completed Bachelor's degree; or
    • Completed Graduate Certificate in Business Administration;
    • Interview with MBA Director where the applicant must demonstrate Leadership, Communication, Team Skills, Motivation, Business Skills.
    How to Apply
    Application information for international students
    Important application deadlines for international students

    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students14.0%
    All students25100.0%


Fees and Scholarships

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $45,000

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.

    Find a Scholarship.

    APSB MBA Scholarships

    Scholarship support for the APSB MBA program is funded by the APSB Business School across a range of categories to ensure our program is accessible to all candidates who have the capability and drive to undertake MBA studies.

    Browse APSB MBA scholarships 


    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $50,000

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.

    Find a Scholarship.

    APSB MBA Scholarships

    Scholarship support for the APSB MBA program is funded by the APSB Business School across a range of categories to ensure our program is accessible to all candidates who have the capability and drive to undertake MBA studies.

    Browse APSB MBA scholarships 


Careers

Career Readiness

The APSB MBA degree gives graduates a solid grounding in academic disciplines relevant to general management. Students acquire the conceptual and analytical abilities they need to make and carry out decisions at a senior managerial level.

The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Marketer / Marketing Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Manager, CEO, Product Manager, Project Manager, General Manager, Team Leader, Innovation Manager


Degree Structure

Example Study Plan

MBA Courses

Core Courses
ACCTING 7100 : Accounting for Managers
CORPFIN 7101 : Managerial Finance
MANAGEMT 7044 : Strategic Management
MANAGEMT 7086 : Fundamentals of Leadership
MANAGEMT 7087 : Managing Contemporary Organisations
MANAGEMT 7104 : Marketing Management
MANAGEMT 7000 : Innovation and Entrepreneurship
BUSANA 7004 : Business Analytics for Managers

Electives (three of the following)

MANAGEMT 7012 : Business Performance Improvement
MANAGEMT 7022 : Business Law
MANAGEMT 7031 : Services and Operations Management
MANAGEMT 7040 : Project Management
MANAGEMT 7046 : Negotiation Skills
MANAGEMT 7072 : Management Project (Research)
MANAGEMT 7047 : Judgement Based Decision Making
MANAGEMT 7053 : Organisation Innovation
MANAGEMT 7081 : Managing in a Global Context
MANAGEMT 7112 : Marketing Strategy
MANAGEMT 7115 : Systems Thinking for Management
MANAGEMT 7225 : Business Project (Consulting)

Research
MANAGEMT 7122 : Entreprise Project (3 units)


Assessment

The assessment for courses is generally an individual assignment, a group assignment and an examination. In some courses there is an assessment component of class participation. Students must pass all components of assessment in order to pass a course.


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