Griffith University

Master of International Business

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 18 months
  • Course Type: Master's

This program will enable students to develop a high competency in international business and equip students with strategic thinking and practical skills in dealing with a dynamic and culturally diverse global economy, which is increasingly digitised.

Course overview

The Master of International Business enrols students from all over the world, particularly professionals from Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe and North and South America. Griffith was the first university that offered a postgraduate International Business degree in the Southern Hemisphere. 

This program emphasises engagement with industry. There are exciting opportunities for students to conduct projects with local and international corporations, and to participate in supervised internships and exchange programs in Asia, North America and Europe through worldwide alliances.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
18 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,062.5
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The estimated per units fees are calculated based on the annual average first year fee.Your actual cost may vary depending on the specific units you choose to enrol in.
Campus
Nathan
Intake
3rd November, 2025
Units
12
Fees
FEE-HELP

What you will study

A student must successfully complete 120 credit points (CP). Each course is valued at 10 CP unless otherwise indicated.

Core courses

Complete the following:

  • The Culturally Competent Workforce
  • Engaging with International Business
  • International Business Dynamics
  • The Digital Economy
  • Global Business Strategy
  • Trade, Strategy and Risk in Asia
Electives
Dissertation

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Master of International Business, a student must:

  • A related bachelor's degree or graduate certificate (or higher) from a recognised university (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale).
  • A Griffith Graduate Certificate in International Business (or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) - students will receive 40 CP of credit.
  • A combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to the above.

From 2025:

Pathway 1: 1-year program (80 CP)

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a related discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; and a minimum of two years of full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience.

Pathway 2: 1.5-year program (120 CP)

You must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.
  • A combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above.

Pathway 3: 1.5-year program (120 CP)

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a related discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.

English language requirements

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.
  • A minimum score of 575 on TOEFL.
  • An internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19).
  • No score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only).
  • 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).
  • 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.

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.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Griffith University grants credit and recognition of prior learning which may relate to prior formal learning or prior informal and non-formal learning. The university's Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past. These precedents will give you an idea of what you can expect. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

You may find career opportunities in multinational firms, public sector organisations and firms engaged in country risk analysis and international trade and investment.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2025: $32,500 (domestic full-fee paying place)

The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 CP.

The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

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.

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