Master of Business Administration (Finance)
Degree Level Postgraduate
Year 2019
You’re considered an International student if you are a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
Degree Level Postgraduate
Year 2019
Program Code
DMMA
Fees
2019: AUD$ 38,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
2020: AUD$ 40,300 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
International Admission by Country
See full entry requirements
CRICOS Code
083050C
Register here for the next MBA Information Session - 20 March 2019, 6pm, City West Campus.
Complete the Company Directors Course as part of this degree through a unique partnership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD)
Global study experiences include a 2-week Business in China Intensive School (BICIS) or the European Summer School of Advanced Management (ESSAM)
Awarded 5-Stars by the Graduate Management Association of Australia (GMAA) for ten consecutive years
Awarded 5-Stars for Program Strength by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)
Use financial market simulation programs in the finance trading room, and engage with the global derivatives trading industry.
Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute and the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) as a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) academic partner.
Ranked in the top ten MBA programs in Australia for ten years2
Ranked number four in Australia for graduate satisfaction and number seven for value for money by the Australian Financial Review BOSS Survey, 2017
The University of South Australia Business School is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide3.
1 2018 Global MBA Rankings, CEO Magazine 2 Australian Financial Review, BOSS Survey 3 The University of South Australia Business School is one of just nine institutions in Australia and 176 globally to be accredited by EQUIS. There is a total pool of 16,521 Business Schools worldwide, as reported by the AACSB, May 2017.
The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been developed for experienced managers and executives.
It has a strong practical focus embedded in senior management decision-making and industry relevance. You will gain real-world insights through access to academic and industry experts, and through curriculum informed by current research and professional practice.
You will engage with a cohort of experienced peers from diverse industries in a highly interactive learning environment. This will maximise your networking and career development opportunities. We deliver experiential learning opportunities with direct application to the workplace. This will deepen your expertise in fields such as strategy, marketing, finance, leadership, law, international business and ethics and sustainability.
As a guide, full-time MBA students generally undertake two courses per study period and part-time students undertake one course. Studying the MBA full-time will normally take 18 months, however you can fast-track your study and finish in just 12 months. Part-time students taking one course per study period can typically complete the MBA in three years.
The MBA degree comprises nine compulsory core courses, two electives and a final capstone experience.
A course runs for the length of a study period, and our academic year is divided into four study periods of 10 weeks each. All MBA courses have an applied focus. They draw on real-life business case studies, and you are encouraged to use industry and workplace based issues for assessment tasks. Courses also feature visiting industry leaders who will lead discussions around contemporary business problems.
The final Strategic Research Project requires you to plan and execute a research project for a Board or senior management group. It is your opportunity to demonstrate the proficiency and integrative knowledge you’ve gained in your MBA studies. The courses provide an opportunity to apply knowledge, engage in a real-world learning experiences and to stimulate personal and professional development. You can also select your electives from a wide range of postgraduate courses delivered across the Business School and the University.
The University of South Australia Business School is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide1. Our five-Star MBA2 is recognised and respected globally for its excellence.
Since 2007 it has been ranked in the top ten MBA programs in Australia3. It offers a dynamic, engaging, and completely flexible degree that delivers invaluable networking opportunities, preparing you to think and act as a global business leader.
If you are driven to create new solutions, lead innovative teams, and deliver exceptional results in the context of disruptive change and global uncertainty, an MBA from UniSA will be your inspiration.
1 The University of South Australia Business School is one of just nine institutions in Australia and 176 globally to be accredited by EQUIS. There is a total pool of 16,521 Business Schools worldwide, as reported by the AACSB, May 2017. 2 Awarded by the Graduate Management Association of Australia (GMAA) for ten consecutive years. 3 Australian Financial Review, Boss Survey.
How to apply for international students will give you helpful information about the application process at the University of South Australia. When you are ready, apply through our International Application System. If you would like to talk to someone near you about studying at the University of South Australia, we have agents all over the world who can assist you. Find an Education Agent in your country.
Australian
If you would like to strengthen your business knowledge with a shorter qualification, the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (four courses) or the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (eight courses) may suit you. They provide a pathway into, and credit towards, this MBA.
Both can be studied face-to-face, online or a combination of both.
International
If you would like to strengthen your business knowledge with a shorter qualification, the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (four courses) or the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (eight courses) may suit you. They provide a pathway into, and credit towards, this MBA.
International exchanges and intensive study-tours open doors to new possibilities and experiences, and our Business School has strong connections with prestigious universities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. There are over 25 countries and 60+ universities to choose from.
Travelling and studying with leading academic staff and your peers is a wonderful opportunity to develop first-hand knowledge of the international business environment. You’ll find the experience invaluable for your personal and professional development, giving you a global perspective.
There are a range of postgraduate Student Mobility Options such as intensive study-tours and exchanges. You can take advantage of Student Mobility Grants to undertake an overseas exchange, making experiences abroad more accessible.
The Business in China Intensive School is a two-week study tour and project, offered in partnership with Peking University – a leading international business school.
The Mexico and Chile Intensive is a two-week study tour with a one-week seminar on doing business in Mexico at Pan-American University (IPADE Business School) and a one-week study tour in Chile. Students gain unique insight into emerging markets, the role that they play in the current globalised world and their impact on the global economy.
The European Summer School of Advanced Management is a two-week study tour that gives 100 of the world’s outstanding MBA students an intensive international business experience. It has previously been hosted in London, Glasgow and Copenhagen.
I am a true believer that we all possess leadership skills innately and programs such as the Master of Business Administration are critical in bringing those skills to the fore and enhancing them. Partnering industry and academia ensures we are not only developing the skills of today but also the leadership skills required for the future.
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
Alternatively you can submit an application through one of the University's registered Education Agents.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees.
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
Click here to book a 1:1 appointment with one of our enquiries team.
We also have many events throughout the year in Australia and overseas where you can speak with UniSA representatives about your area of interest. View our calendar of events in your home country by selecting the 'International' filter.