Curtin University -

Master of Business Administration

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 12 months

Take the next step in your career and become a confident leader with an MBA that integrates the principles and practices defining the era of globally responsible business.

Course Overview

Achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Curtin University means you hold an internationally respected qualification from an elite global business school – recognised through triple accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and EFMD (Accredited MBA). Curtin is also respected as a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education.

The university's MBA gives you fundamental skills in financial management and economics and business leadership, decision-making and organisational strategies that underpin sustainable business practices. These areas of expertise align with contemporary practices and challenges in the industry and reflect the unpredictability of global business markets.

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
12 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From 351133
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a full-time study load of 40 cp (4 units) per semester or 80 cp (8 units) per year.
Intake
1st September, 2025
Units
12
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

Year 1

Trimester 1

  • Executive Financial Decision Making(25 credits)
  • Organisational Behaviour for Managers(25 credits)
  • Synergising Marketing(25 credits)

Trimester 2

  • Economics for Managers(25 credits)
  • Strategic Operations Management(25 credits)
  • Organisational Strategy(25 credits)

Trimester 3

Complete 100 credit points from the following options:

  • Business Administration Specialisation (MBA) (100 credits)
  • Digital Finance Specialisation (100 credits)
  • Leadership Specialisation (MBA) (100 credits)
  • Energy Transition Specialisation (MBA) (100 credits)
Year 2

Entry requirements

Applicants require a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution and at least three years of relevant work experience (prospective students with two years' relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis).

Alternatively, applicants may have a relevant graduate certificate or graduate diploma with a Course Weighted Average of 65 per cent and three years of relevant work experience (prospective students with two years of relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis). Entry to the course is competitive and applicants will be required to undertake an interview as the final stage of application assessment.

English language requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined below.

  • IELTS - Writing 6.0
  • Speaking 6.0
  • Reading 6.0
  • Listening 6.0
  • Overall bans score 6.5

You may demonstrate English proficiency using other tests. Please contact the university for full details.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Careers

Graduates may pursue careers in roles such as:

  • CEO
  • Chief financial officer
  • Chief marketing officer
  • Chief information officer
  • Corporate services manager
  • Finance manager
  • General manager
  • Management consultant
  • Managing director
  • Policy and planning manager
  • Project manager

Industries

  • Banking and finance
  • Consultancy
  • Education
  • Government
  • Health care 
  • Non-profit 
  • Private business
  • Public relations
  • Retail services
  • Resources and renewables

Learning outcomes

Graduates will learn the following skills during the course:

  • Critically evaluate relevant theories, concepts, techniques and business principles and apply them to design solutions that create value for stakeholders.
  • Employ effective business communication practices and demonstrate how relevant technologies can be applied in management and leadership contexts.
  • Formulate responsible management and leadership decisions that are evidence-based and supported by a critical evaluation of markets, resources, goods and services, finances and/or accounting information.
  • Recognise and apply the development of appropriate policies and strategies within a dynamic global business environment to meet stakeholder interests.
  • Apply principles of ethics, sustainability, corporate social responsibility and risk management across various business settings.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative fee in 2025: $42,136 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 100 credit points (normally four units) per semester or 200 credit points (normally eight units) per year.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.