Master of Business Administration

Course Description
This degree is designed for those who require the knowledge, competencies and managerial skills necessary to operate in a challenging and changing global environment. The program of study requires a commitment to teamwork and enthusiasm to achieve. Candidates are required to complete 12 subjects. The compulsory subjects of the program tackle practical issues and concepts and develop the skills required by a modern manager. Some of the subjects have a strong strategy focus.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to enable candidates to undertake four elective subjects in a specialised area of interest. Alternatively students may use their electives as an opportunity to study generally across a wide range of advanced management issues. In most cases it is expected that the compulsory subjects will be studied first, followed by the elective units.

Through the Graduate School of Business and Professional Development and the Sydney Business School, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a 12 to 18 month full-time or 24 to 36 month part-time course and is offered on a flexible, modular basis.

In both Schools, students may take subjects in a variety of modes, that includes flexible, modular and intensive sessions. The Graduate School of Business and Professional Development aims to offer busy professionals the flexibility to choose the mode most suited to their circumstances.

The degree is awarded at either Pass or Distinction level. For award at Distinction level, a student must achieve an average mark across all subjects of 75% or higher for the course.

Candidates are required to complete 12 subjects at 900 level (72cps) according to the sequence of study listed below. The first section of the program offers an introduction to key managerial concepts and the skills required of the modern manager, providing a foundation for the elective subjects that follow.

Compulsory Units

Elective Units
Four subjects selected from other 900 level Graduate School of Business and Professional Development or Faculty of Commerce subjects or any other 900 level subject, as approved by the MBA Program Co-ordinator.

Two elective subjects that are highly recommended because they provide important skills for a modern manager are:

Note: Students undertaking the program through the Sydney Business School will have a restricted range of electives available.

Entry Requirements
Candidates must have a three-year degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a grade average of at least 60%.

Applicants holding a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised university or institution of equivalent standing with a grade average between 50% and 59% may also be admitted, provided that they have completed a minimum of two years full-time relevant work experience, post graduation.

In special circumstances, applicants who hold other academic or professional qualifications and have a minimum of five years full-time, or ten years part-time, relevant work experience, may be granted admission to the program, by the Program Co-ordinator.

In addition to completing the standard University application form, candidates are required to submit a certified copy of their academic transcript(s).

Applicants must meet the University's English Language requirements.

Note: Due to different entry criteria and programs of study, students will not be permitted to transfer between the MBA and Master of Commerce programs.

Articulation
Other Graduate School Masters Programs into the MBA
Candidates who have successfully completed one of the Graduate School's eight subject Masters programs (e.g. the Master of International Business) may apply to enrol in the MBA. Candidates will be required to complete seven subjects according to the enrolment patterns listed under the individual degrees below. Approval is required by the MBA Co-ordinator, Associate Professor Peter Gibson.

MBA into other Graduate School Masters Programs
Candidates who have successfully completed the MBA may apply to enrol in one of the Graduate School's eight subject Masters programs. Candidates will be required to complete six subjects according to the enrolment patterns of those individual degrees. Please see listings under individual degree titles.

Approval to articulate from the MBA into any of the Graduate School's other Masters degrees will be required by the relevant degree Co-ordinators.

Articulation from degrees offered by other Faculties
The Master of Information Technology Management (MITM) is offered by the Faculty of Informatics. Graduates of the Master of Technology may apply for entry to the MBA Program. Candidates will be required to complete seven subjects according to the enrolment pattern listed below. Approval is required by the MBA Co-ordinator, Associate Professor Peter Gibson.

Plus:
Two elective subjects selected from other 900 level Graduate School of Business and Professional Development or Faculty of Commerce subjects or any other 900 level subject, as approved by the MBA Program Co-ordinator or Director of the Graduate School of Business and Professional Development.

Alternatively, candidates who have successfully completed a selected range of eight subject Masters programs from the Faculties of Commerce, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Informatics, Engineering and Education who fully satisfy the entry criteria for the Master of Business Administration, may apply to enrol in the MBA program with advanced standing. These candidates who progress to the MBA will be required to successfully complete a further seven subjects of study at 900 level approved by the MBA Program Co-ordinator.