Master of International Management


International business managers help different types of organisations to benefit from the complex and dynamic forces of globalisation.

The University of Adelaide takes a practical approach to equip students from all around the world with the skills needed to manage these complexities and impact the international market.

What will you do?

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You will:

  • learn to spot and seize international business opportunities, get the best out of the culturally diverse workforce, negotiate across cultures, and deliver value to different types of organisations
  • benefit from diverse cohorts and small class environments
  • build advanced business, communication and leadership skills
  • expand your cultural awareness.

You’ll also gain real-world experience through one of the following:*

  • a domestic internship with an international project
  • an international internship
  • an international study tour.

Where could it take you?

Your role on the global stage is dictated only by your own ambitions. You might advance to a leadership position within a multi-national organisation. You could land a management role in import and export trading. Perhaps you’ll even end up working in the diplomatic corps or a government body that looks after international trade and investment.


*Subject to any travel restrictions. 


  • Take an internship with industry
  • Gain a global perspective from experts
  • real-world experience

Thinking of studying soon?

  • 2025

    Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of Adelaide or University of South Australia now before continuing on to the new Adelaide University in 2026. When the time comes to transfer, we'll be here at every step, ensuring you're well supported with personalised advice and a detailed study plan.

  • 2026

    Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to
    Adelaide University directly. Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.

Entry Requirements

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Domestic applicants

SATAC Code 3CM205
Deferment Yes - 2 year
Intake January and September
Selection Criteria
Graduate entry

Higher Education Study Bachelor degree or equivalent. Students may be eligible to complete the program in a full-time standard duration of 1.5 years on the basis of prior learning

Fees and Scholarships

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Domestic applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees
Australian Full-fee place: $41,000

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This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:

  • receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
  • use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
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Scholarships

Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.

Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.

To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships

To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships

Careers

Career Readiness

Master of International Management graduates are career ready and able to differentiate themselves in the job market. Their skills are highly sought by organisations in all industries that deal with the challenges and opportunities created by the increasing globalisation of the world economy.

Employment opportunities are most likely to arise with multinational corporations, government departments dealing with cross-border issues such as foreign trade and investment, international consulting firms and small-to-medium-sized organisations with an international scope to their operations.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Professional Accreditation

Adelaide Business School is AACSB* accredited, and as such our programs have passed rigorous standards of quality. AACSB accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business education and only the best schools in the world earn AACSB accreditation.

* Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Potential careers

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

Manager / Business Management;  Market Researcher;  Marketer / Marketing Manager;  Business Development Manager;  Policy Adviser;  Entrepreneur;  Export / Import trade;  Strategist;  International Trade or Business Analyst

Degree Structure

To qualify for the Master of International Management, a student eligible must complete satisfactorily a program of study with a combined total of not less than 48 units. Students may be eligible to complete the program in a full-time standard duration of 1.5 years on the basis of prior learning.

Example Study Plan

Core Courses

All students must complete the following core courses:

Electives

Students must complete:

  • one course from the Internships category below and three courses from General Electives, OR
  • four courses from General Electives if undertaking an approved international exchange or an approved international double degree with partner institutions, OR
  • both courses comprising the Research Specialisation category below.

Internships:

  • PROF 7500: Postgraduate Professions Internship
  • PROF 7502: Postgraduate Professions Internship: Overseas
  • INTBUS 7509: International Management Internship

General Electives:

Research Specialisation:

  • INTBUS 7510: Research Project in International Business (A)
  • INTBUS 7511: Research Project in International Business (B)

Assessment

May include, but not limited to: examinations, group assignments, individual assignments, research projects, consulting projects, action learning projects, presentations, tests and reflective journals.

Testimonial

Hear from one of our international postgraduates about their International Business/Management study experiences.
Philipp Scheper

Philipp Scheper

Master of International Management

Faculty of Arts, Business Law & Economics

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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024