Master of Business Administration

Graduates of a Master of Business Administration should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the generic knowledge and principles of a broad range of management disciplines required to commence or advance a career in management in the context of the local and global economic and social environments.
2. Apply theoretical knowledge to solving defined business problems taking into consideration ethical insights including the impact of management decision making on workplace wellbeing, impact of business decisions on the economic wellbeing of marginalised groups in society and the role of business on the stewardship of resources.
3. Analyse, synthesise and communicate business and management-related issues, problems and solutions for the benefit of business, consumers and society at an operational level.
4. Apply knowledge of current communications technologies, practices and engagement with diverse groups in society and the understanding of fundamental principles of communication technologies to ensure ongoing self- development and lifelong learning as technologies and associated literacies progress.

Finding your specialty is our specialty.

Advance your career and become a well-rounded management professional with our unique MBA that puts ethics and sustainability at the forefront.

We understand the importance of learning in the real world, not just in the classroom. All our units are also embedded with the United Nations sustainable goals. And you’ll have the opportunity to develop your consulting skills in applied business contexts and engage with international partners through our virtual Global Virtual Classroom. Our courses include opportunities to link with industry and apply your learning to your current job through applied assessment options.

Our MBA is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB). This prestigious accreditation has been awarded to all business courses at the Peter Faber Business School, placing it among the six per cent of business schools worldwide that have this accreditation.

As the world’s largest business education alliance, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) connects educators, students, and businesses to create the next generation of great leaders.

Our unique structure allows you to design your own specialist qualification. The core units will provide you with a solid foundation across all business functions, and then you’ll be able to choose four open electives from any discipline, giving you control over your professional journey. Within just one year you can complete your MBA by applying for open elective credit from any relevant postgraduate study from another institution.  

Alternatively, you can choose electives in any field at ACU, such as health management, educational leadership or theology.

And if life gets in the way, you can exit early with a graduate certificate or graduate diploma.

Recommended study pattern

To qualify for the degree, a student must complete 120 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:

• 80 cp from Business Specified Units (Part A)
• 40 cp Elective units from Business / ACU Postgraduate Units (Part B) or Stream Units, consisting of either:
  • Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment (OHSE) Stream: 40 cp Specified OHSE units (Part C)
  • Accounting/ Finance Stream: 40 cp Accounting/ Finance units (Part D)
  • Information Technology (IT) Stream: 40 cp IT units (Part E)
  • Research Stream: 40 cp Specified Research units (Part F).

Award requirements

To qualify for the master, a student must complete 80 cp from the specified units and 40 cp of elective units.

Students are required to follow the pattern of unit enrolment set out in the relevant course enrolment guide, unless otherwise approved by the course coordinator. In all aspects of progress through the course, students will be advised by the course coordinator.

Exit points

A student who has completed the requirements prescribed for the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration or Graduate Diploma in Business Administration may exit from the course with the relevant award by arrangement with the relevant Course Coordinator.

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Indicative total fee $25,509

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

Australian Catholic University – So much more

An Australian Catholic University (ACU) education is grounded in the Catholic understanding of faith and reason working together in the pursuit of knowledge, promotion of human dignity, and advancement of the common good.

ACU aims to transform lives and communities. Students are challenged to look beyond the classroom, solve real-world problems, develop their own search for meaning and cultivate strong professional ethics. They are invited to stand up for people in need and causes that matter.

Opportunities for personal and professional growth are critical to ACU. It is a university of service – so much so that it is built into the curricula. All ACU courses offer work placements, internships or volunteering opportunities.

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27

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and 2 years post-graduation full time (or FTE) work experience; OR
• Graduate certificate in any discipline and a minimum of 2 years full time work experience; OR
• A minimum of 5 years’ full-time work experience outlined in a portfolio demonstrating knowledge, experience, and skills suitable to the level required for participation in the program.

International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admissions Rules.

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

A minimum of 5 years’ full-time work experience outlined in a portfolio demonstrating knowledge, experience, and skills suitable to the level required for participation in the program.

If your prior study or relevant work experience has provided you with knowledge, skills or experience aligned with the learning outcomes of units in your new course, you may be eligible to gain credit for study or have your prior learning recognised. This means you may be able to complete your ACU course in a shorter timeframe.