University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Business Administration
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIncrease 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
Delivery mode
University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie
- 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
To be considered for admission candidates would normally be required to:
- possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent *
- have at least two years relevant full-time equivalent work or other relevant experience; and
- 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
- IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each subtest
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 85 with minimum score of 21 for writing
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 58 with no subscore less than 54
- Language of Instruction English (LOI)*:
- Minimum 2 year full-time tertiary study, or 2 year full-time other post-secondary study where the language of instruction is English, successfully completed in the last 5 years in one of the of the following countries:
- Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom and United States of America
- C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 177 or above with no less than 169 in each skill
- USC's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2: Successful completion
- USC's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 3: Successful completion
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Business Administration will prepare you for the following roles.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Executive Officers (also known as CEOs) head large businesses and corporate enterprises. They steer the direction of the organisation and rep...
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
A Chief Operating Officer (COO) performs a senior executive role at a large business or organisation. You’ll manage daily operations and also make...
Company Director
A Company Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and governance of a company. You might serve on the board of directors and...
Managing Director
A Managing Director oversees the operations and strategic direction of a company. You might work in various industries, leading the business toward...
Cluster Manager
A Cluster Manager coordinates daily activities for a particular group of stores or businesses. You might manage teams across a geographic area or c...
Engagement Manager
Engagement Managers create and maintain customer relationships through a variety of initiatives and strategies. They are the primary point of conta...
Strategy Consultant
A Strategy Consultant advises organisations on business strategies to improve performance and achieve long-term goals. You might work in a consulta...
Partnerships Manager
A Partnerships Manager develops and maintains relationships with key partners to drive business growth and collaboration. You might work for a corp...
Executive Director
An Executive Director oversees the strategic direction and operational management of an organisation. You might work in a non-profit, corporate, or...
Strategy Manager
A Strategy Manager develops and implements plans to achieve business objectives and improve performance. You might work in a corporate setting, a c...
Change Management Consultant
A Change Management Consultant guides organisations through transitions and transformations to ensure successful change implementation. You might w...
Development Manager
A Development Manager oversees and drives the planning and execution of projects within an organisation, ensuring they align with strategic goals....
Global Management Consultant
A Global Management Consultant provides strategic advice to organisations to enhance their overall performance and achieve their international goal...
About University of the Sunshine Coast
As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.
UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.
UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.
