Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5430
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Either the GDipBA from UQ with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR an approved degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR satisfactory progress in the GDipBA from UQ, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean
Additional application information
Supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included this information when you submit your application.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
Full-time students to commence study in semester 1 - December 31 of the previous year.
Part-time students to commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of enrolment.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8069
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5430
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Either the GDipBA from UQ with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR an approved degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR satisfactory progress in the GDipBA from UQ, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean
CRICOS Code: 060533G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Business Administration?
The MBA is a world-class program covering the key areas of contemporary management practice. Graduates possess a comprehensive working knowledge of management operations; have an integrated view of contemporary Australian and international business issues; and demonstrate the communication and leadership skills essential to the management role.
The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate offer students alternative pathways to the Master of Business Administration.
Please note that the MBA, GDipBA, GCBA full time program commences each year in early to mid January.
The MBA program may be completed in one year over three full-time semesters; therefore the indicative fee displayed on this site is for three semesters not two as indicated in the fee definition.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Business Administration.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Either the GDipBA from UQ with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR an approved degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR satisfactory progress in the GDipBA from UQ, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean
Additional application information
Supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included this information when you submit your application.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Either the GDipBA from UQ with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR an approved degree in a relevant field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean OR satisfactory progress in the GDipBA from UQ, and 3 years relevant work experience including at least 1 year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean
Additional application requirements
Supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included this information when you submit your application
International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550. Details for the GMAT are at www.mba.com/mba/thegmat
A student may be required to pass a qualifying examination in basic computing, written communication and basic mathematics and statistics before enrolment is approved.
Permanent residents may be required to sit an IELTS and/or GMAT test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 060533G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Business Administration
Careers
Graduates can expect to find increased employment opportunities in middle to high level management or consultancy in business including mid to large sized corporations or government agencies.
Program rules for the Master of Business Administration
To complete the Master of Business Administration
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Business Administration, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #24 from the MBA List comprising -
- #4 from Part A; and
- #18 from Part B; and
- #2 from Part C.
Refer to the MBA rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
