Adelaide Master of Business Administration
Inspire greatness
We are living in a world that is at times volatile, unexpected and ambiguous. It is essential that current and future leaders be equipped to deal with complex problems in a systemic, integrated and collaborative fashion.
Our Adelaide Master of Business Administration (MBA) creates leaders who can deliver on the demands of an increasingly complex world, as demonstrated by our broad network of alumni in the business community.
What will you do?
The Adelaide MBA is student-focused, with maximum flexibility to suit the needs of busy professionals. You will:
- build professional relationships and networks
- gain advanced problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills
- develop strong leadership skills necessary for driving innovation and positive change within organisations
- cultivate a global outlook, strategic mindset, and the ability to see the bigger picture
- understand the management of critical business functions through coursework including finance, accounting, economics and marketing.
There are also opportunities for international exchanges at world-leading business schools.
Note: Intakes occur throughout the year, in January, May and September, with Summer School options in January.
Further information on this program can be found via the Adelaide MBA website, including application forms, brochures, scholarships, application deadlines, and details of upcoming information sessions.
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Entry Requirements
For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.
For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2021 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses. Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
Intake January (including summer school options), May and September Enquiries Future Students team Selection Criteria
Graduate entry
Higher Education Study Program entry requirements ensure that you will be sharing a classroom with high-calibre students, well prepared for study. The varied experiences of these participants produce a rich learning environment and foster unique, long-lasting business and social networks. To be eligible for entry into the Adelaide MBA, you must meet the following criteria:
- With a completed bachelor's degree from the University of Adelaide (or equivalent degree from another tertiary institution), you must have a minimum of two years relevant work experience.
- Without a completed bachelor's degree: you must achieve a satisfactory GMAT Test score of 500, and have at least seven years relevant work experience.
Applicants may be required to provide essays and/or attend an interview as part of their MBA application.
How to Apply
International applicants
Not an international applicant?
CRICOS 059067E Intake January, May and September Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide IELTS Overall 7 Reading 6.5 Listening 6.5 Speaking 6.5 Writing 6.5 TOEFL Overall 94 Reading 20 Listening 20 Speaking 22 Writing 24 Pearson Overall 65 Reading 58 Listening 58 Speaking 58 Writing 58 C1 Advanced Overall 185 Reading 176 Listening 176 Speaking 176 Writing 176 Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements Academic Entry Requirements
More InformationTertiary Qualifications Bachelor degree or equivalent AND a minimum of two years relevant work experience. OR
- At least seven years relevant work experience AND a GMAT Test score of 500 AND
All applicants must adequately meet the attributes of:
- Leadership
- Communication
- Team Skills
- Motivation
- Business Skills
Applicants may demonstrate they meet the work experience and attributes via their CV, essay responses or interview
How to Apply
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Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.
I am a:International applicants
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Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) International student place: $48,500 Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Adelaide MBA Scholarships
Scholarship support for the Adelaide MBA program is funded by the Adelaide Business School across a range of categories to ensure our program is accessible to all candidates who have the capability and drive to undertake MBA studies.
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Careers
Career Readiness
The Adelaide MBA degree gives graduates a solid grounding in academic disciplines relevant to general management. Students acquire the conceptual and analytical abilities they need to make and carry out decisions at a senior managerial level.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Professional Accreditation
The program is ranked first in South Australia by The Australian Financial Review's 'BOSS' magazine and is recognised internationally as a Tier 1 MBA by CEO Magazine.*
*Rankings released in September 2019 and March 2020 respectively.Potential careers
Marketer / Marketing Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Manager, CEO, Product Manager, Project Manager, General Manager, Team Leader, Innovation Manager
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Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
You can find the academic program rules for this degree under the Faculty of the Professions rules.
Example Study Plan
MBA Courses Core Courses
ACCTING 7100: Accounting for Managers
CORPFIN 7101: Managerial Finance
ECON 7239: Economics for Management
MANAGEMT 7044: Strategic Management
MANAGEMT 7086: Fundamentals of Leadership
MANAGEMT 7087: Managing Contemporary Organisations
MANAGEMT 7104: Marketing Management
MANAGEMT 7250: Research for Decision Makers
Electives (two of the following)
MANAGEMT 7000: Entrepreneurship
MANAGEMT 7012: Business Performance Improvement
MANAGEMT 7022: Business Law
MANAGEMT 7031: Services and Operations Management
MANAGEMT 7040: Project Management
MANAGEMT 7046: Negotiation Skills
MANAGEMT 7072: Management Project (Research)
MANAGEMT 7047: Judgement Based Decision Making
MANAGEMT 7053: Organisation Innovation
MANAGEMT 7081: Managing in a Global Context
MANAGEMT 7112: Marketing Strategy
MANAGEMT 7115: Systems Thinking for Management
MANAGEMT 7225: Business Project (Consulting)
Research
MANAGEMT 7117: Enterprise Project (6 units)
Or
MANAGEMT 7120: Enterprise Project A (3 units) and
MANAGEMT 7121: Enterprise Project B (3 units)Assessment
The assessment for courses is generally an individual assignment, a group assignment and an examination. In some courses there is an assessment component of class participation. Students must pass all components of assessment in order to pass a course.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 14 Oct 2020