Master of Business Administration

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

About Master of Business Administration

Become a leader and study the Master of Business Administration, choosing from a wide range of relevant specialisations.

The MBA develops and educates highly-skilled managers and leaders who can contribute to organisations in an effective and responsible manner.

In a globally competitive environment, it is essential to build capability by creating climates and cultures conducive to innovation and advancement. This program provides students with the ability to respond to challenging situations in complex and modern organisations.

It also builds and further develops problem-solving skills, and effective interpersonal and relationship management skills, with a focus on personal and professional development.

  1. Apply critical thinking and technical skills to solve authentic business problems.
  2. Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills.
  3. Demonstrate mastery of a global body of business knowledge and practice, including knowledge of research principles and methods.
  4. Independently initiate, plan and execute a substantial project to meet agreed deliverables.
  5. Justify decisions and judgements that address a complex business issues considering the ethical and social consequences.

Entry Requirements

The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

All applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of three years of relevant supervisory/management experience; or equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience of which at least three of these years must be at a supervisory/management level.

Successful applicants with a Graduate Certificate qualification or higher in Business/Commerce may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning.
One or more of the specialisations in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the specialisation for more information.

Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Program Requirements

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

English Requirements

  • Min IELTS: 6.5

Career

The course prepares graduates for employment and career progression across various disciplines, including, but not limited to; entrepreneurship and innovation, environmental management, finance, healthcare, hospitality management, human resources, information systems, occupational health and safety, marketing, project management, and supply chain and logistics management.

Possible future job titles

Manager, Managing Director, Chief Information Officer, Analyst, Environmental Manager, Finance and Banking Manager, Government, Healthcare Manager, Human Resources Manager, IT Manager

Similar courses to consider

  • Graduate Certificate of Business
  • Graduate Diploma of Business

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
    Students interested in completing a PhD in Business Administration should consider the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated).
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Course Summary

Study level

Postgraduate

Discipline

MBA

Cricos

092814M

Duration

2 years

Study mode

On Campus

Fee*

A$33,150 per year
University Summary

AU Ranking: 30

QS Ranking: 601-650

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