Master of Business Administration

During this Course students will learn about:

1. Emerging Technology Explore the power of new technologies to drive innovation, solve real-world business challenges, and create a competitive edge.
2. Customer Experience Management Master the art and science of designing and optimising customer journeys across every touchpoint with data-driven tools and industry best practices.
3. Law for Entrepreneurs Navigate company structures, contracts, and intellectual property to protect your venture, reduce risk, and prepare for sustainable growth and investment.
4. Technology & Innovation Immersion Step into the future of business with this dynamic, hands-on unit. From hackathons to executive-level pitching, sharpen your strategic thinking, creativity, and leadership.

We’ve completely reimagined what an MBA should be. 

Traditional MBAs no longer meet the demands of the modern workforce.

That’s why, as Australia’s leading tech university, we’ve built an MBA designed for the future — shaped by technology, global disruption, and a commitment to innovation and real transformation.

Explore the latest thinking in leadership and change, innovation, entrepreneurship, ethical practice, and social responsibility. Gain the confidence and practical skills to launch new ventures or drive meaningful organisational improvement.

Our MBA graduates accelerate their careers, progressing into management, executive, and senior leadership roles. They develop critical capabilities for the future of work, including advanced problem-solving, strategic decision-making, collaboration, critical thinking, and the application of emerging technologies.

Choose an MBA that matters, today and tomorrow. 

Your MBA Features

• Our advanced Specialisations are built to push your career path to new heights.
• You’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test with real case studies and industry problems.
• Attend interactive, lively sessions and discuss global topics using tools like Miro.
• Harness cutting-edge AI technology – transforming how you learn and empowering you to truly stand out.

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The MBA Specialisations

Gain an edge in your industry, and tailor your MBA your way.

At Swinburne Online, we know your career goals are unique to you. That’s why we’ve developed Specialisations. Instead of doing the required four electives, you can choose one of four focus areas that best align with your industry and career objectives. This will enhance your MBA , making you stand out in your industry.

Our Specialisations are:

• Project Management
• Cyber Security
• Digital Marketing
• Human Resource Management.

What you’ll study

To qualify for the award of Master of Business Administration, you must complete 150 credit points (part-time or full-time) comprising:

Core Units

Future-Fit Innovation (ENT60011)

Emerging Technology (INF60019)

Technology & Innovation Emersion (INF60020)

Law for Entrepreneurs (LAW60007)

Sustainable Value Creation (MGT70008)

Sustainable Strategy & Leadership Immersion (MGT80006)

Customer Experience Management (MKT70021)

Business Strategy (MGT80002)

Elective units

Choose 4 electives of your choice to create the MBA that works for you

OR

Choose one of our Specialisations below to truly stand out in your chosen path

Project Management Specialisation

Lead complex initiatives with confidence. You’ll master strategic planning, risk management, and innovative delivery—skills essential for driving impactful outcomes across industries.

You must complete Strategic Project Management and then select three (3) units from the following:

Enterprise Project (PRM80001)

Strategic Project Management (INF70005)

Business Information Systems Internship Project (INF80005)

Project Management for Innovative Outcomes (PRM60002)

The Risk Management Spectrum (PRM60003)

Leading Complex Projects (PRM70002)

Project Governance and Resource Management (PRM80002)

Operations Management (SCM60001)

Cyber Security Specialisation

Get prepared to protect organisations in a rapidly evolving digital world. Gain critical skills in threat detection, ethical decision-making, and cyber law—empowering you to lead confidently in the fight against cybercrime.

You must complete the following:

How to Think Like a Hacker: An Anatomy of Cyber Attacks (CYB60001)

Cybersecurity Operations Management (CYB60002)

Cybersecurity Law, Policy and Ethics (CYB60003)

Networks and Cybersecurity Frameworks (CYB60004)

Digital Marketing Specialisation

Be empowered to craft bold, data-driven strategies that connect with consumers and fuel business growth. From global digital campaigns to understanding buyer behaviour, you’ll gain the creative and analytical skills needed to lead marketing in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

You must complete four (4) of the following:

Data Empowered Marketing (MKT60011)

Consumer Behaviour (MKT20025)

Global Digital Marketing (MKT70017)

Marketing Management (MKT60010)

Human Resource Management Specialisation

Lead people-focused strategies that drive innovation and performance. Explore key areas like diversity and inclusion, employee relations, and creative problem-solving—giving you the tools to shape thriving, future-ready workplaces in a world where strong leadership and talent strategy are more vital than ever.

You must complete Human Resource Fundamentals and then choose three (3) units from the following:

Employee Relations (HRM60013)

Human Resource Fundamentals (HRM60018)

Workplace Diversity and Inclusion (HRM20017)

Behaviour in Organisations (HRM60016)

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of Master of Business Administration, students must complete 150 credit points comprising of:

• Eight (8) core units (100 credit points)
• Four (4) units comprising a specialisation or electives (50 credit points).

Students admitted based on successful completion of the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Business Administration are not required to repeat units completed.

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $39,672

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 gain entry into this course, applicants must have at least one of the following:

• a recognised bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or
• a recognised bachelor’s degree in any discipline plus a minimum of two years equivalent full-time relevant experience, or
• a recognised graduate certificate in a related discipline*

*Related graduate certificates include Swinburne Online’s Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, Graduate Certificate of Project Management and Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security. You may be exempt from some units if you have already completed them in your graduate certificate.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.