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.

Combine your understanding of global markets and international policy expertise to become a strategic leader. Explore and deepen your knowledge of how global markets, international organisations and government policy interact. Develop the analytical, strategic and negotiation skills needed to navigate complex international environments, while gaining highly-regarded masters qualifications in just two years of full-time study.

Highlights of studying the Master of International Business/Master of International Relations

• Build strategic capability in global business strategy, international business dynamics and the digital economy.
• Develop advanced negotiation and leadership skills needed for diplomacy and negotiating with multinational enterprises.
• Explore peacebuilding, foreign policy and global security issues and learn how trade, risk and strategy influence business and policy decisions across the Asia-Pacific.
• Examine global issues from both economic and political perspectives while building the cultural awareness and leadership capability needed to operate across borders.
• Customise your studies with a major that aligns to your career goals.

Majors

Complete a major to deepen your expertise in global policy and governance:

Public Policy: Develop advanced skills in policy design, implementation and evaluation across complex government and public sector environments. You'll explore ethics, leadership and evidence-based decision making while learning how to deliver effective policy outcomes.

Security, Development and Human Rights: Examine the major global challenges affecting security, governance and development across the Asia-Pacific region. You'll explore issues such as democratisation, gender and security and ethical decision making in international relations and development practice.

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

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 $71,000

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 an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)
• OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026)
• 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 Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025)
• OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025)
• OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic
• OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET)

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.