Depending on unit availabilities, previous study or work experience, students may be able to complete their degree in a shorter duration than indicated.
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
The internationally-recognised MBA develops business knowledge and practical skills to advance your career in today’s competitive global markets. You'll gain a broad understanding of contemporary management operations, as well as learning how to solve complex issues and manage the challenges of technology and finance, and other critical business factors.
Your professional expertise will be honed by completing practical assessment activities in leadership, problem solving and communication skills. In addition to core units, the course builds substantial expertise in an area through the completion of a research project.
You have the option of selecting either a specialisation, which includes an industry research project, or choosing two elective units from a wide range of subjects together with the industry research project. The industry research project is ideal for developing extensive knowledge of an issue related to your current workplace or to a career you wish to pursue.
The Master of Business Administration is also available via an online delivery mode, offering up to six intakes a year. Advanced standing may apply to students who have completed relevant undergraduate and postgraduate study.
The internationally-recognised MBA develops business knowledge and practical skills to advance your career in today’s competitive global markets. You'll gain a broad understanding of contemporary management operations, as well as learning how to solve complex issues and manage the challenges of technology and finance, and other critical business factors.
Your professional expertise will be honed by completing practical assessment activities in leadership, problem solving and communication skills. In addition to core units, the course builds substantial expertise in an area through the completion of a research project.
You have the option of selecting either a specialisation, which includes an industry research project, or choosing two elective units from a wide range of subjects together with the industry research project. The industry research project is ideal for developing extensive knowledge of an issue related to your current workplace or to a career you wish to pursue.
The Master of Business Administration is also available via an online delivery mode, offering up to six intakes a year. Advanced standing may apply to students who have completed relevant undergraduate and postgraduate study.
Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
A 3-year Bachelor degree from any Australian university, or equivalent.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 6.5 |
You will study four foundation units, eight core units and select either a specialisation, which includes an industry research project, or two elective units in addition to the industry research project. By studying a specialisation, you build substantial and specialised expertise to complement the general management focus of the core units.
Specialisations available:
Domestic students
| Location | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 |
International students
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $31,920 ($3,990 per unit) | 079662J |
| Melbourne | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 080919A |
| Perth | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 080919A |
| Sydney | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $36,320 ($4,540 per unit) | 080919A |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.
To be eligible to receive the Master of Business Administration students must complete the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points) comprising:
OR
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma of Business after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 8 core units.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 core units.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| BUSN5003 | Management Communication | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| STAT5001 | Business Analytics | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MGMT5002 | Organisational Behaviour | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ACCT5002 | Accounting for Managers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Business after completing the above four (4) units | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN6001 | Global Business | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PROJ5001 | Project Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MRKT6002 | Digital Marketing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MGMT6002 | The Positive Leader | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma of Business after completing the above eight (8) units | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ACCT6004 | Finance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN6004 | Managing Information Systems | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN6005 | Strategy and Case Analysis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ACCT6015 | Corporate Governance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN7003 | Industry Research Project | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Select one (1) of the options below to complete EITHER a General MBA OR a Specialisation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HRMT6003 | Human Resource Management | ||||
| HRMT6004 | International and Comparative Human Resource Management | ||||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT5001 | Business Accounting | ||||
| ACCT6001 | Company and Financial Reporting | ||||
| ACCT6003 | Professional Auditing | ||||
| ACCT6005 | Taxation Law and Practice | ||||
| ISYS5004 | Accounting Information Systems and Processes | ||||
| LEGL5001 | Legal Studies | ||||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT5001 | Business Accounting | ||||
| ACCT6001 | Company and Financial Reporting | ||||
| ACCT6005 | Taxation Law and Practice | ||||
| ISYS5004 | Accounting Information Systems and Processes | ||||
| LEGL5001 | Legal Studies | ||||
| HRMT6003 | Human Resource Management | ||||
| HRMT6004 | International and Comparative Human Resource Management | ||||
| BUSN5002 | Business Professional Development | ||||
| BUSN6007 | Business Internship | ||||
| ACCT6003 | Professional Auditing | ||||
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Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.
| Course Learning Outcome |
|---|
Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment. Design and coordinate systematic approaches to complex problem solving in a business context. |
Develop innovative solutions to complex business problems. |
Demonstrate a critical understanding of complex ethical and socially responsible business practices informed by a global perspective. |
Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a body of knowledge in one or more discipline areas. |
Demonstrate high level critical thinking, independent judgement and the ability to reflect on self and others in a complex business environment. |
Apply expert communication and collaboration skills to inform and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
Demonstrate a critical understanding of culturally appropriate business practices informed by a global perspective. |
The course incorporates progressive assessment and examinations. You are assessed in each unit on the basis of written and oral assignments. These may be business reports, case studies, presentations, research studies and/or plans.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
Lectures may be streamed live or pre-recorded; either way students can download a recording at their convenience.
Each week, students progress their learning by following activities, readings and case studies laid out, step-by-step, in a website for each unit. As they move through the learning outcomes, they can discuss their progress in online forums and ask questions of their peers, lecturer or tutor.
This is a rigorous degree, demanding up to 150 hours of study for each unit.
The MBA equips graduates for leadership roles across a broad spectrum of industries in the public and private sectors.
Graduates are well-suited to management roles in areas such as accounting, information and knowledge industries, human resources, health services and tourism and hotel management.
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