University of New South Wales
AGSM Master of Business Administration (General)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Gain a solid understanding of corporate strategy, leadership, finance and more and learn how to apply your newfound knowledge to your professional endeavours.
Course overview
This Master of Business Administration (MBA) course is designed for professionals seeking an array of intellectual tools and frameworks to manage business and lead people, particularly where aspects of management intersect with changes in business and society.
The MBAX (General) is designed to help working professionals and aspiring leaders take the next step in their leadership careers. It offers the flexibility to study electives across a range of topics to develop a wide scope of expertise.
The program comprises core subjects and electives, all guided by industry professionals, giving you the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests. You'll have the option to learn in various formats, choosing from online and face-to-face learning – or a combination of both.
Key facts
16th February, 2026
1st June, 2026
14th September, 2026
What you will study
To earn the AGSM Master of Business Administration (General), students must complete 72 units of credit or 12 courses. Each course is worth six units of credit.
Compulsory courses
Complete the following two courses for 12 units of credit:
- Leadership (starter course)
- Strategy
Core courses
Complete four courses for 24 units of credit:
- Accounting and Financial Management
- Corporate Finance
- Data Analytics and Decision-making
- Economics in Management Practice
- Managing People and Organisations
- Marketing Management
Entry requirements
You will need to have one of the following:
- A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) and a minimum of two years of professional or managerial work experience.
- At least six years of professional work experience.
Please note that two years’ post-graduate experience is an absolute minimum requirement for entry. Most of our MBAX students have on average about 11 years of work experience. You will need to demonstrate outstanding work and study progression to gain admittance into this program with less than three to four years of post-graduate work experience.
English language requirements
If English isn’t your first language, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets the university's requirements. Contact the university for further information. If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application.
You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses.
- Prior study in the medium of English.
- Other qualifications.
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have completed a study prior to enrolling at UNSW, you may be eligible for a credit transfer. If approved, you can earn credit towards your current degree and shorten the length of your studies.
Credit transfer is also known as 'advanced standing' or recognition for prior learning (RPL).
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Outcomes
- Business knowledge: Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or profession, in the contexts of local and global business.
- Problem solving: Students will define and address business problems and propose effective evidence-based solutions through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking.
- Business communication: Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms of communication across different channels.
- Teamwork: Students will interact and collaborate effectively with others to achieve a common business purpose or fulfil a common business project and reflect critically on the process and the outcomes.
- Responsible business practice: Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.
- Global and cultural competence: Students will be aware of business systems in the wider world and actively committed to recognise and respect the cultural norms, beliefs and values of others and will apply this knowledge to interact, communicate and work effectively in diverse environments.
- Leadership development: Students will develop the capacity to take initiative, encourage forward thinking and bring about innovation, while effectively influencing others to achieve desired results.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative first-year full fee in 2025: $45,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Indicative full fee to complete the degree in 2025: $68,500 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the university and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the program. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than one equivalent full-time student load (48 units of credit per year).
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.