La Trobe University
Master of International Business
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Gain the skills to navigate the complexities of international business, cultivate a global mindset and improve your cross-cultural competencies.
Course overview
La Trobe's Master of International Business has been collaboratively designed with industry experts to advance your career and equip you with the skills necessary for thriving in emerging roles worldwide. Throughout this course, you'll not only acquire the expertise to manage multinational corporations and formulate successful global business strategies effectively, but also develop the ability to navigate the intricate international political and economic landscape where businesses operate.
This course encompasses a diverse range of subjects, including international trade, international finance, international corporate governance, international marketing, global human resource management and international logistics and transportation. As a multidisciplinary program, the Master of International Business ensures that you gain the knowledge and skills demanded by organisations to succeed in the globalised economy.
Throughout your journey in this master's course, you will develop a global mindset, enhance your intercultural competencies and learn how to effectively connect, communicate and negotiate across national borders and diverse cultural contexts. The course enables you to tailor your career trajectory by engaging in projects specific to countries, regions, or industries of your preference, while also becoming a catalyst for change. You will become adept at designing, developing and implementing strategies that drive sustainability across international business endeavours.
While doing this master's course, you will collaborate closely with internationally renowned researchers, practitioners and global enterprises. The course includes company visits, real-world industry projects and valuable networking opportunities. Moreover, the program provides an opportunity for you to embark on a global study tour. It offers the valuable experience of completing a business work placement within an organisation actively engaged in international business.
Overall, La Trobe's Master of International Business offers a dynamic and comprehensive educational journey, designed to elevate your career prospects and empower you to excel in the intricate landscape of global business. Through a combination of international exposure, practical experiences and immersive learning opportunities, you will emerge as a well-rounded professional capable of making a significant impact on the global stage.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
To qualify for the award of Master of International Business, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across two years. Each subject is valued at 15 credit points, unless otherwise indicated.
Year One
- 120 credit points from chosen core subjects
Year Two
- 45 credit points from chosen core subjects
- 15 credit points from chosen core choice subject
- 60 credit points from chosen specialisation
Core subjects
Complete the following:
- Academic Integrity Module
- Foundation of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- International Financial Management
- International Marketing Management
- International Transport and Logistics
- Introduction to Accounting and Finance
- Managing International Business
- Principles of Business Analytics
- Principles of Economics
- Global Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
- Human Resource Management in a Global Economy
- International Trade
Core choice subjects
Choose one of the following:
- Business Work Placement
- Global Business Experience
- Global Strategy
Specialisation
Choose one specialisation to complete 60 credit points:
- Data analytics
- International relations
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Project management
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Admission may be granted to applicants without an undergraduate degree, provided they have five or more years of relevant work experience.
Selection criteria
- Applicants with an Australian Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or an approved equivalent qualification may be eligible for credit for the four foundation subjects in Year 1. Applicants without an undergraduate degree but with a demonstrated minimum of at least five years of relevant and cognate business experience may be eligible for credit for the four foundation subjects.
To be considered for admission to this degree, you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
- Completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit for previous study is the recognition of prior study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification. This can reduce the number of subjects required to complete your course. The amount of credit received depends on the level and relevance of your previous study and the number of subjects completed. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Careers outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in roles such as:
- Global Business Development Manager
- International Business Consultant
- International Business Analyst
- International Trade Specialist
- International Sales Manager
Learning outcomes
- Critically analyse the current and emerging global business environment forces that shape how organisations conduct international business.
- Effectively communicate complex international business information and ideas in a variety of forms to a wide range of multicultural audiences.
- Collaborate effectively in multicultural teams to develop solutions to international business problems or challenges.
- Critically review and explain the role of the multinational firm in the global market and appraise its handling of transactions in cross-border trade and investments.
- Critically examine the role of international businesses and organisations in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and how SDGs' initiatives affect the global business environment.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking in global business scenarios.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated fees per year 2026: $34,400 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 120 credit points for one 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.