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Master of Business Administration / International Business

Stand out on the global business stage. In an increasingly complex and globalised business world, the demands of management require skills across all facets of business. This program explores the diverse facets of the international business environment, and allows you to broaden your skills to prepare for senior management roles.

In this program you will:

  • Study strategy development, cross-cultural management, international marketing and managing international supply chains and finance
  • Explore current business issues
  • Learn to integrate knowledge and skills across functions and disciplines, while focusing on the application of theory and execution practice

Location

CRICOS code

088887F

Duration

2 years 2 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$25,856 - 2023 Fees Fee-paying
Fee-paying
A$27,800 / A$55,600 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

Students commencing in Session 1 or Session 7 who wish to complete in an accelerated study mode and who do not enter with a reduced volume of learning will need to negotiate a study plan with the Program Coordinator.

Students commencing in Session 1 or Session 7 who wish to complete in an accelerated study mode and who do not enter with a reduced volume of learning will need to negotiate a study plan with the Program Coordinator.

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
16
Total units
192
Duration
2 years 2 years
CRICOS code
088887F
UniSC program code
BU745
Program structure
Required courses (10) 120 units

BUS702 Coastal Geomorphology
BUS703 Economics for Managers
BUS704 Evidenced Based Decision Making
BUS705 Finance and Accounting for Managers
BUS707 Innovation Management and Professional Development
BUS708 Managing Across Global Cultures
MGT701 International Trade and Finance
MGT703 Leading and Managing Organisations
MGT704 Strategy, Governance and Ethics
MKG701 Global Business Management

Elective courses (6) 72 units

Select 6 postgraduate level elective courses (72 units) from the 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 

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC 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

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
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 192 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)
  • 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
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • 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$25,856 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$27,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$55,600