Master of Business Administration

Graduates of the Master of Business Administration will be able to:

1. Demonstrate that they have a broad body of knowledge regarding current business theories and future directions for business, students will understand what a convincing strategic plan would be, with reference to application below, this knowledge will be applied and ‘crystallised’ in a student’s ability to develop a strategic plan, whereby a strategic plan would cover the vision and implementation issues for a whole organisation (ie the organisation and all its functional departments – HR, finance, marketing, operations, etc)
2. Critically analyse and debate issues and ideas within a context of business disciplines and thus evaluate the viability of an idea against business criteria. The business criteria being expansive and pursuant to the values of responsible leadership, sustainable business and a global orientation.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an advanced general management degree designed for managers who wish to develop a solid business foundation, as well as skills and knowledge of cutting-edge business practices for the 21st century. At Griffith we offer two Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs, both are focused around our values of responsible leadership; sustainable business practices; and a global perspective with the aim of making you an effective globally responsible business leader. The two programs we offer differ in their delivery style; one is fully flexible and can be studied online or face to face in a standard 12 week trimester (MBA program 5158). The accelerated program is online only, and each course is delivered over a 6 week period (MBA program 5670). These two delivery styles allow you to choose the method of study that suits you best and both programs are assessed authentically meaning that you can apply what you learn to your workplace with immediate benefit.

In both programs you will study courses in sustainability, accounting and reporting, finance, people management, strategy and innovation and managing change through responsible leadership. Through study you will be equipped with an understanding of the key functional areas within a business and the challenges facing businesses. If you choose the fully flexible option you can choose to focus your electives in a particular area for example, finance, marketing or supply chain management. The accelerated online MBA program has twelve set courses and no electives.

Recommended study pattern

You can complete this program in 1 year or 1.5 years depending on your prior study and work experience.

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Sustainability and Systems Thinking 
• Marketing for a Better World
• Finance for Responsible Value Creation 
• Accounting for Accountability

Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

For the award of Master of Business Administration (MBA), you must successfully Complete 120 credit points comprising:

• 80 credit points for all Core Courses, and
• 40 credit points from Listed Electives

This degree may be awarded with Distinction where a student achieves a minimum program GPA of 6.5 with no failed courses. The words "This award was achieved with Distinction" will be recorded on the testamur.

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Indicative total fee $67,500

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.

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To be eligible for this program, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) and three years of relevant work experience (post-degree), which includes two years of relevant work experience, and one year in a role demonstrating leadership experience
• a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (3047) (or equivalent)
• a Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (3267) (or equivalent)

You must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 (on a 7.0 point scale) in your previous qualification.

Relevant work experience includes roles that demonstrate leadership, such as direct supervisory experience and/or change management in an organisational or project-specific setting. Evidence of work experience must include a detailed work history (roles, responsibilities and achievements)

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

• If you do not meet the required GPA for direct admission, you may submit the result of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) with a minimum overall score of 550.

Applicant Statement of Leadership Experience

• On request, applicants may be asked to provide a statement (maximum 750 words) detailing examples of applied leadership skills and how their experiences will be complemented by the Master of Business Administration (MBA) along with a sound knowledge of the Griffith Business School values

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

Applicants should refer to the English language requirements section of the following University procedure for exceptions to these overall requirements:

• Admission Procedure

If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including:  

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE.  
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training.  
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.