Master of Business
Overview
Hone your business skills, build specialist knowledge and accelerate your career to become a future business leader, ready to succeed in any field.
Our game-changing 32 unit master’s program over 2 years (or part-time equivalent) is ideal if you aspire to a management role and want to grow your business acumen with specialist knowledge in an industry-relevant discipline. You'll find that each field of study will equip you with the required knowledge to jump-start or advance your career in your chosen profession, or provide a pathway to a higher degree.
At the Business School, you'll study the most up-to-date and relevant theory and have the chance to apply what you've learned through internships and industry projects, thanks to our well-established links with the business world.
You'll also discover why UQ has an outstanding reputation in research, well above the world standard, and how we believe in business that creates sustained and positive change. Our unique Community Engagement Program (CEP) allows you to build on and apply your skills working on community sector projects that benefit not-for-profit and charity organisations.
This program does not assume prior knowledge or training in the available fields of study. If you’ve studied in a related discipline, consider if each field of study will extend your expertise and support your career plans.
Program highlights
- Study at a business school renowned for cutting-edge research, outstanding academic staff, an impressive depth of educational programs and close association with leading global organisations.
- Learn from the most innovative business educators in Australia, who are at the forefront of academic knowledge and will challenge your thinking.
- Receive comprehensive training in business fundamentals, including analysis and decision-making, accounting and finance, and professional communication.
- Develop specialised understanding of business both in Australia and internationally by completing at least 1 hands-on field of study.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Advertising
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Online study
- Seminars
- Workshops
Placements and work experience
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Creative director
- Digital marketing manager
- Campaign manager
- Change manager
- Client services manager
- Business analyst
- Startup founder
- Change management consultant
- Operations manager
- Integrated supply planner
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Australian Marketing Institute
“Since graduating, I have been fortunate to be able to change focus and specialise in workforce planning and analytics with one of the largest employers in the state.”
Tim GallGraduate, Master of Business
“The professors, students and tutors encourage us to actually believe in our ideas, to try them and learn from them. Yes, you might fail, but failure is an opportunity to learn and grow.”
Isabel MuellerGraduate, Master of Business
“The best things about my program are the professors. They have enriched my time at UQ providing mentoring outside of class as well as mentoring within the course material.”
Cameron LawGraduate, Master of Business
“I was fortunate enough to have amazing lecturers... who saw potential in me and gave me once in a lifetime opportunities to apply my knowledge and challenge myself.”
Miluska EbertGraduate, Master of Business
“Since graduating, I have been fortunate to be able to change focus and specialise in workforce planning and analytics with one of the largest employers in the state.”
Tim GallGraduate, Master of Business
“The professors, students and tutors encourage us to actually believe in our ideas, to try them and learn from them. Yes, you might fail, but failure is an opportunity to learn and grow.”
Isabel MuellerGraduate, Master of Business
“The best things about my program are the professors. They have enriched my time at UQ providing mentoring outside of class as well as mentoring within the course material.”
Cameron LawGraduate, Master of Business
“I was fortunate enough to have amazing lecturers... who saw potential in me and gave me once in a lifetime opportunities to apply my knowledge and challenge myself.”
Miluska EbertGraduate, Master of Business
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
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English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of residency status.
- Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of residency status.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Business are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Fields of study
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Advertising
The advertising industry has changed significantly over the past two decades — in industry structure, media channels, technology and consumer empowerment.
Media dominates the industry, rather than creative companies. Professionals require skills in strategic media buying and planning, marketing and advertising program evaluation, and in emerging areas of specialisation such as social media management.
This field allows professionals to develop the skills and strategic perspective needed to be successful in this global industry. It is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute.
Human Resource Management
HRM is concerned with managing people to create value in organisations and positive work experiences for individuals. Students will gain knowledge in areas including recruitment and selection of employees, performance management, career support and team development.
Information Systems
Future leaders must have an in-depth understanding of how to use data to inform their decision-making.
Through this field of study, you'll develop advanced skills that will enable you to conduct business analytics activities and advise on organisational information requirements and information systems strategy. You'll establish a broad knowledge of business technologies and their impacts – helping you to become a well-rounded information systems professional.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
If you're energised by working on creative projects and stimulated by the idea of building a business or product from the ground up, then this field of study is for you. Relying heavily on problem-based learning, you'll learn from leading academic and industry experts in an applied program, well-supported by theory. Our hands-on electives offer you access to an array of incubators, venture capitalists, consultants and successful entrepreneurs to help you learn beyond the classroom.
International Business
As a modern manager, you must understand the problems and opportunities created by cross-border activities. Your role requires you to draw on numerous disciplines that inform the strategies, structures and processes within organisations, their locations, and the motivations and behaviours of their employees. As an international business student, you'll examine issues pertinent to global business, such as cross-cultural management, international supply chains, and globalisation and the world economy. You'll also gain advanced skills in building and managing an international enterprise, and learn how to develop mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers, service agents and partners.
Leadership
This field focuses on values-based, transformative models of leadership that produce positive outcomes for organisations and society. It explores gender and cultural issues to encourage more democratic and diverse future leadership possibilities.
Drawing on Western and non-Western wisdom theory, you'll develop an understanding of the timeless principles of leadership. Leadership theories are supplemented by individual self-assessments, practical tasks and reflection.
You'll cultivate the skills needed for leadership positions in contemporary organisations, from middle management to CEO.
Marketing
The knowledge and skills required are in high demand as the world transforms into a global marketplace for internationally traded goods, services and ideas. Marketing involves identifying consumer needs and wants, and allocating organisational resources to profitably satisfy those needs and wants. You'll develop knowledge and skills in product and brand management, awareness and loyalty, consumer behaviour and research, product and service development and marketing strategy. This field is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute. Career paths can lead to positions as managers and consultants in marketing and advertising agencies, and private, public or not-for-profit organisations.
Organisational Sustainability
New models of business and a greater understanding of system-wide impacts are necessary for businesses to thrive in a climate-changing, resource-constrained and interconnected environment. Transformation will be necessary to meet the risks, realise the opportunities and accelerate the path to a sustainable future.
Whether you're interested in commercial business or social enterprise, a comprehensive knowledge of sustainable business concepts is a critical requirement for leaders seeking to develop adaptive and resilient companies.
Supply Chain Management
Supply chains are the backbone of the global economy. The need for professionals who can design, manage and operate complex global supply chains continues to grow.
This exciting field of study incorporates online courses offered through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and allows you greater flexibility in your studies.
Graduates in this ever-growing field have found work in a wide variety of industries such as:
- manufacturing
- biotechnology and pharmaceuticals
- automotive and aerospace
- transportation and logistics
- internet and software
- chemicals
- oil and gas
- consulting.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Advertising
The advertising industry has changed significantly over the past two decades — in industry structure, media channels, technology and consumer empowerment.
Media dominates the industry, rather than creative companies. Professionals require skills in strategic media buying and planning, marketing and advertising program evaluation, and in emerging areas of specialisation such as social media management.
This field allows professionals to develop the skills and strategic perspective needed to be successful in this global industry. It is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute.
Human Resource Management
HRM is concerned with managing people to create value in organisations and positive work experiences for individuals. Students will gain knowledge in areas including recruitment and selection of employees, performance management, career support and team development.
Information Systems
Future leaders must have an in-depth understanding of how to use data to inform their decision-making.
Through this field of study, you'll develop advanced skills that will enable you to conduct business analytics activities and advise on organisational information requirements and information systems strategy. You'll establish a broad knowledge of business technologies and their impacts – helping you to become a well-rounded information systems professional.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
If you're energised by working on creative projects and stimulated by the idea of building a business or product from the ground up, then this field of study is for you. Relying heavily on problem-based learning, you'll learn from leading academic and industry experts in an applied program, well-supported by theory. Our hands-on electives offer you access to an array of incubators, venture capitalists, consultants and successful entrepreneurs to help you learn beyond the classroom.
International Business
As a modern manager, you must understand the problems and opportunities created by cross-border activities. Your role requires you to draw on numerous disciplines that inform the strategies, structures and processes within organisations, their locations, and the motivations and behaviours of their employees. As an international business student, you'll examine issues pertinent to global business, such as cross-cultural management, international supply chains, and globalisation and the world economy. You'll also gain advanced skills in building and managing an international enterprise, and learn how to develop mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers, service agents and partners.
Leadership
This field focuses on values-based, transformative models of leadership that produce positive outcomes for organisations and society. It explores gender and cultural issues to encourage more democratic and diverse future leadership possibilities.
Drawing on Western and non-Western wisdom theory, you'll develop an understanding of the timeless principles of leadership. Leadership theories are supplemented by individual self-assessments, practical tasks and reflection.
You'll cultivate the skills needed for leadership positions in contemporary organisations, from middle management to CEO.
Marketing
The knowledge and skills required are in high demand as the world transforms into a global marketplace for internationally traded goods, services and ideas. Marketing involves identifying consumer needs and wants, and allocating organisational resources to profitably satisfy those needs and wants. You'll develop knowledge and skills in product and brand management, awareness and loyalty, consumer behaviour and research, product and service development and marketing strategy. This field is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute. Career paths can lead to positions as managers and consultants in marketing and advertising agencies, and private, public or not-for-profit organisations.
Organisational Sustainability
New models of business and a greater understanding of system-wide impacts are necessary for businesses to thrive in a climate-changing, resource-constrained and interconnected environment. Transformation will be necessary to meet the risks, realise the opportunities and accelerate the path to a sustainable future.
Whether you're interested in commercial business or social enterprise, a comprehensive knowledge of sustainable business concepts is a critical requirement for leaders seeking to develop adaptive and resilient companies.
Supply Chain Management
Supply chains are the backbone of the global economy. The need for professionals who can design, manage and operate complex global supply chains continues to grow.
This exciting field of study incorporates online courses offered through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and allows you greater flexibility in your studies.
Graduates in this ever-growing field have found work in a wide variety of industries such as:
- manufacturing
- biotechnology and pharmaceuticals
- automotive and aerospace
- transportation and logistics
- internet and software
- chemicals
- oil and gas
- consulting.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
AUD $42,272
Indicative annual fee 2021
This indicative annual fee is the cost of enrolling in the Master of Business for the 2021 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis. All fees are reviewed annually.
AUD $36,160
Indicative annual fee 2021
This indicative annual fee is the average cost of enrolling in the Master of Business at 2021 fee rates. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
The average fee would be less for part-time study. Actual fees will vary according to your choice of courses, their unit value and the time you take to complete this program. Fees may be higher in later years as all fees are reviewed annually.
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Business pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Business is 5583.
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Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Business is 5583.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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