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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Sydney Met is designed to meet AQF Level 9 standards, preparing graduates for senior roles by building advanced skills in areas such as economics, marketing, leadership, and accounting. Industry consultation has informed its curriculum, which offers flexibility through core units and the choice of majors and electives, enabling students to tailor their studies. With options for real-world problem-solving and industry networking, the MBA is structured for completion in a standard pathway. Students may opt to exit early with a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate, providing alternative qualification pathways based on progression.

  • CRICOS Code

    117080A

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    2 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Course Structure

Specialisations within MBA:
Specialisation 1 - Professional Accounting (16 Units, including 8 core + 7 major core + 1 elective unit)
Specialisation 2 - Major in Management and Leadership (16 Units, including 8 core + 6 major core + 2 elective unit)
Specialisation 3 - General (No Major) (16 Units, including 8 core + 1 major core + 7 elective unit)
Total credit points = 96 (16 Units in total) including:
1 Core or Elective Unit = 6 credit points
1 unit = 14 weeks (1 trimester study duration)
2688 hours volume of learning

  • CRICOS Code

    117080A

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    2 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Core Units x 8

  • BUS501 Economics for Business
  • BUS502 Accounting for Strategic Decision Making
  • BUS503 Management Principles and Practice
  • BUS504 Leadership and Change
  • BUS505 Strategic Management
  • BUS506 Marketing and Consumer Behaviour
  • BUS507 Ethics, Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility
  • RSC501 Research Methods

Major Core - Professional Accounting x 7

  • BUS602 Financial Accounting and Reporting (Pre req BUS502)
  • BUS603 Managerial Accounting (Pre req BUS502)
  • BUS605 Business and Corporate Law
  • BUS606 Taxation and Business Regulation (Pre req BUS502)
  • BUS607 Capstone Project: Professional Accounting (Pre req. all Year 1 core units)
  • BUS608 Financial Management
  • ICT506 Business Information Systems: a Managerial Perspective

Major Core - Management and Leadership x 6

  • BUS608 Financial Management
  • BUS609 Human Resources Management
  • BUS610 Leading with Creativity and Innovation (Pre req BUS504)
  • BUS611 Organisational Behaviour and Structure
  • BUS612 Risk Management
  • BUS613 Capstone Project: Management and Leadership (Pre req. all Year 1 core units)

MBA - No Major

  • 1 Core Units + any 7 Elective Units from the MBA, including RSC601 : Research project

Elective Units

  • BUS513 Project Management and Leadership
  • BUS604 Auditing & Assurance (Pre req BUS502 Accounting for Strategic Decision Making)
  • BUS614 Accounting Ethics and Governance

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

For entry to the Master of Business Administration (MBA):

  • A bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) in a related field or equivalent from an accredited Australian Higher Education Provider or equivalent overseas qualification, or
  • A bachelor honours degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8) in a related field or above from an accredited Australian Higher Education Provider, or equivalent overseas qualification.

English Requirements

Applicants for the MBA courses must demonstrate English proficiency as follows:

• Minimum IELTS (Academic Module): 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0 or equivalent

*Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee a place in the course for which you have applied.

  • CRICOS Code

    117080A

  • Intakes

    February, May & September

  • Course Length

    2 years full-time (or equivalent)

  • Campus

    432 - 434 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Delivery Mode

    • On-campus

  • Study Mode

    • Normal Mode Full-time
    • Part-time (Only for Australian local students)

Career Outcomes

The Sydney Met's Master of Business Administration program offers an opportunity to learn skills that add value to your life and your community. Join our community of change makers and let's make a difference together.

Fees & Scholarships

The Sydney Met's Master of Social Work is offered with competitive fees. The course fee is calculated on the basis of credit points.

1 credit point = AUD 450

Per Year (Year 2025)

AUD 21,600

Total Course Fees (Year 2025)

AUD 43,200
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Scholarships

We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making study accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a new or continuing student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.

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How to Apply

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