Broaden your managerial skills.
In today’s business world, the demands of management require you to have an increasing range of skills in all facets of business. You learn to integrate knowledge and skills across functions and disciplines, and focus on the application of theory and execution of practice.
- 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.
In today’s business world, the demands of management require you to have an increasing range of skills in all facets of business. You learn to integrate knowledge and skills across functions and disciplines, and focus on the application of theory and execution of practice.
The Master of Business Administration (Extended) program includes courses that explore current business issues and the opportunity to complete a specialisation in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Health Sector Business Management, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, Management or Marketing.
Admission requirements
To be considered for admission candidates would normally be required to:
- possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; and
- candidates whose first language is other than English must demonstrate an appropriate level of English proficiency. Refer to the English language requirements
Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration will qualify the candidate for entry into the Master of Business Administration (Extended) for completion of the remaining courses.
Career opportunities
Graduates of Master of Business Administration (Extended) program work in a diverse range of roles in industry and public sector organisations.
Program structure
Required courses (8) 96 units
ACC701 Corporate Governance, Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
BUS702 Marketing Management
BUS703 Project Management Principles
BUS704 Research Project
MGT701 Managerial Project
MGT703 Corporate Finance
MKG701 Innovation and Management Decision Making
PLUS select 1 course from:
MGT723 International Business Law and Ethics
MGT726 Managing Across Global Cultures
Specialisation (4) 48 units
Select 1 specialisation* from the following areas:
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management (available at Sippy Downs only)
- Health Sector Business Management (available at Sippy Downs only)
- International Business (available at Sippy Downs and SouthBank)
- Management (available at Sippy Downs and SouthBank)
- Marketing (available at Sippy Downs only)
- Project Management (available only at Sippy Downs)
- Supply Chain Management (available at Sippy Downs only)
*Note: not all specialisations will be offered in all locations
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select 4 courses (48 units) from:
BUS705 International Trade and Finance
BUS706 Marketing in an International Environment
BUS707 Contemporary and Emerging Issues in Health Sector Business Management
BUS708 Global Business Management
BUS710 Entrepreneurship and Venture Planning
HSM701 Leveraging Innovation, Design and Creativity
INF701 Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MBA730 Retail Supply Chain Management and Procurement
MGT702 Supply Chain Sustainability and Risk Management
MGT704 Supply Chain Management
MGT711 Food Marketing
MGT712 Project Risk
MGT730 Project Planning
MGT731 Project Integration
MGT735 Research Methods in Education
MGT736 Accounting for Managers
MGT737 Economics for Managers
MKG721 Managing Research
PRM701 Corporate Finance
PRM710 Leading and Managing Organisations
PRM720 Strategic Management
PRM721 Marketing Management
Please note that the program structure of the MBA and names of courses are subject to change.
Note: Not all specialisations and USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 192
Recommended study sequences
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- Study Plan - Trimester 3 commencement (1.5 years full-time)
- Study Plan - Semester 1 commencement (1.5 years full-time)
- (Sippy Downs) Fast track - Semester 2 commencement (July)
- (South Bank) - Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (South Bank) - Semester 2 commencement (July)
Program requirements and notes
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) 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
- Some specialisation areas are available as a part-time study option only
- Specialisations available at SouthBank are International Business and Management
- To register your specialisation email your request to studentcentral@usc.edu.au
- 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