Learn to understand the new realities of international business.
For students commencing from Trimester 3, 2014 refer to Master of International Business (BU783).
Last intake Trimester 2, 2014
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2023 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
For students commencing from Trimester 3, 2014 refer to Master of International Business (BU783).
The Master of International Business is a contemporary flagship degree of the School of Business. It equips you with the international business skills you need in managing a global environment of continuous change. The program aims to exploit existing opportunities in the global environment and to explore new and demanding business challenges.
As a graduate, you can expect to be in demand for positions in export/import firms, foreign affairs and government departments, human resource management such as repatriation and training, international liaison positions, logistics management, marketing and management consultancies, and purchasing and trade positions. The degree is ideal for those aiming to work in global corporations and offers membership to selected institutions such as the Australian Institute of Management.
Professional recognition
As a graduate, you may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Management. All students may also apply for membership of Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management, the Academy of International Business, and the Australian and New Zealand International Business Academy.
Credit transfer and advanced standing
Students seeking credit will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Faculty subject to University policy.
Credit given for individual courses studied as part of another Master of International Business (or its equivalent) elsewhere will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Admission requirements
Students will require either:
- a bachelor's degree in business or related field or a degree with at least two thirds of completed courses in business or related field, from a recognised higher education institution, or equivalent; or
- for students with an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than business, the USC Graduate Certificate in Management or equivalent approved program of study.
Applicants from a non-English speaking background must demonstrate an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in all subtests, or equivalent.
Refer also to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
Program structure
Program requirements and notes
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 8 courses including 4 required courses and 4 elective courses.
- 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.
Program Structure
Required Courses (4)
BUS707 Managing Across Global Cultures *
BUS708 International Trade and Finance *
BUS710 Digital Branding *
MGT703 Strategy, Governance and Ethics *
* Please note: For 2013 only, this course will run in Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3
Elective courses (4)
Select 4 courses (48 units) from the list below or select 2 courses (24 units) from the list below and 24 units from any other School of Business postgraduate courses with the express permission of the Program Director
BUS513 The Literature Review
BUS514 Qualitative Research Methods
BUS515 Applied Quantitative Research Methods
BUS703 Evidenced Based Decision Making
BUS704 Finance and Accounting for Managers
BUS705 Innovation Management and Professional Development
BUS706 International Business Law and Ethics
BUS709
BUS711
INF701 Management Informatics
MGT702 Understanding and Managing Organisational Behaviour
MGT704 Global Business Management
MGT711 Entrepreneurship and Venture Planning
MGT712 Corporate Governance, Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
MGT721
MGT722A
MGT722B
MGT725