Master of International Business/Master of International Relations

Graduates of the Master of International Business will have:

1. advanced knowledge and understanding of current developments and their impact on theoretical and technical international business knowledge
2. an understanding of the principles and methods that underpin research within the international business discipline
3. and advance understandings of organisational learning.

Graduates of the Master of International Relations will have:

1. an advanced and integrated understanding of contemporary theories of government policymaking, and the relationships between the government and non-government sectors in public administration
2. an advanced and integrated understanding of contemporary theories of international relations, their philosophical and sociological underpinnings, and their application to empirical contexts
3. an advanced understanding of the relationship between key historical, political and theoretical developments
4. an advanced applied understanding and critical engagement with the research principles, disciplinary concepts and methodologies necessary for analysing complex issues and events in politics, government and international relations.

The Master of International Business/Master of International Relations provides a unique opportunity for students to gain two postgraduate awards at Master's level over a two year period.

Students will diversify their knowledge and skills by studying across complementary discipline areas, graduating with a clear industry advantage. In particular, graduates will have an appreciation of the integration of strategies, business processes and systems within an evolving global context.

This program will appeal to those looking for an innovative, research-informed and practical program, designed to meet the changing needs of business, community and government enterprises. Graduates will be equipped with current knowledge and practical expertise, coupled with the ability to gain a critical appreciation of the role and practice of supply network management in local and global business.

With globalisation, many domestic areas of public policy have come to incorporate an international dimension. The priorities and agendas of domestic politics are increasingly shaped and contextualised by events, pressures and constraints at the regional and global levels. For postgraduate students of international relations, gaining an understanding of the world of business will equip them with the professional knowledge, analytical tools and organisational skills to significantly enhance their graduate outcomes, whether in government, international organisations or domestic/international non-government organisations. For international policy practitioners and AusAID scholarship recipients, the program will develop academic skills, professional capacities and knowledge in world affairs, while also teaching best practice in public policy environments.

This double degree program will equip graduates to analyse and make strategic decisions with an understanding of international business and international relations, in a rapidly expanding and dynamic global environment.

Recommended study pattern

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

• The Culturally Competent Workforce
• The Digital Economy 
• International Organisations and Peacebuilding
• International Relations: Ideas and Issues

Plus there’s a selection of majors 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 International Business/Master of International Relations (MIntBus/MIntRel), you must successfully Complete 160 credit points comprising:

• 160 credit points for Core Module

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Indicative total fee $68,000

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 have:

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a related discipline

Related discipline includes business, commerce, communications, international business, international relations, government, politics, economics, Asian studies

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.

• Griffith English Language Institute

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.