Macquarie University
Master of Business Administration
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Enhance your learning by combining modern research, industry case studies and real-world business challenges.
Course overview
With the Master of Business Administration, you can become a manager. Designed to challenge and transform, the MBA admits you into a diverse and highly experienced cohort that's industry-focused. Taught by handpicked academics and experts who bring innovative knowledge and research to the classroom, the degree ensures you build robust connections with industry – and see an impact on your own work. Your leadership skills and personal development will skyrocket with many opportunities to support your growth, including psychometric testing and one-on-one coaching. Additionally, the degree presents an outstanding opportunity to build on the knowledge you may have gained in a graduate diploma, certificate or microcredential.
The MBA is primarily delivered at our City Campus. However, some units are offered at our Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park or online. To complete the degree, you may need to attend classes at both campuses and/or online.
Key facts
21st September, 2026
What you will study
You must earn 160 credit points. Each unit is valued at 10 credit points.
Essential units (100 credit points)
Complete the following:
- Marketing Management
- Finance for Business Leaders
- Accounting in Action
- Managerial Economics
- Business Strategy
- Strategic Responsibility and Sustainability
- Managing People
- Leadership Excellence
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Capstone Project
Electives (20 credit points)
Choose two of the following:
- FinTech and Innovation
- Creative Business Model
- Customer Experience Management
- Market Shaping
- Venture Finance
- Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions
- Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
- Organisational Change
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Organisational Design
- Digital Transformation
- Innovation and Business Development
- Big Data and AI for Decision Making
- Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain and Financial Innovation
- Risk Management
- Advanced MBA Internship
- International Study Tour
- Special Topics in Management
- Behavioural Economics for Managers
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Depending on your prior qualifications, work experience or other recognised prior learning, you can complete your degree in less time. Applicants can qualify for entry to this degree by fulfilling the admission points below:
2-year program - Core zone, Flexible zone (160 credit points).
You must have the following:
- An AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 or higher, or a minimum WAM of 60 together with a GMAT score of 650 or higher.
- A minimum of three years of full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level.
1.5-year program - Core zone (120 credit points)
You must have the following:
- An AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 or higher, or a minimum WAM of 60 together with a GMAT score of 650 or higher.
- A minimum of five years of full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level.
English language requirements
When applying to study at Macquarie University, you’re required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.
The required standard of English for this degree is outlined as follows: IELTS - Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Reading 6.0, Listening 6.0 and an overall score of 7.
You may satisfy the English language requirements by having one of the following:
- Passing an approved English language test at the required level.
- Holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction.
Please contact the university for complete 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
Career outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in roles such as:
- Account Manager
- Business Consultant
- CEO or General Manager
- Entrepreneur
- Finance Manager
- Industry Specialist Manager
- Innovator
- International Marketing Consultant
- Operations Manager
- Production Manager
- Sales Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2026: $48,400 (domestic full-fee paying place).
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 credit points (four units) per semester or 80 credit points (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.