Master of Business Administration

Entry requirements

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian graduate certificate or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75 per cent of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).
• Completed an Australian bachelor's degree, or overseas equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 5.25/7 with more than 90 per cent of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).
• Completed an Australian bachelor's degree, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75 per cent of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) and one of the following:
  • A minimum of four years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional experience.
  • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) overall minimum score of 550.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration or the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience, you need a Curriculum vitae and a Statement of Service in one of the following formats:

• A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer.
• A completed 'UTS Statement of Service’ signed by the employer.
• A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian residents only).
• An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations and the nature of the business.
• A business certificate of registration in the original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation, ABN, or similar documentation for Australian businesses).

English language requirements

• IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21
• UTS College AE5: Pass
• Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50
• Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students may be granted a maximum of eight subject exemptions, of which four core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

• Synthesise critical thinking and advanced analytical skills to develop creative solutions that address strategic business issues in complex contexts.
• Communicate business information effectively to various stakeholders to achieve desired business outcomes.
• Interact and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to work effectively to achieve desired business outcomes.
• Evaluate and apply principles of ethics, sustainability, social responsibility and Indigenous values to decision-making in business.
• Demonstrate advanced skills in professional business practice by researching and analysing complex information and concepts to support business decisions in local and international contexts.
• Critically reflect on communication and engagement in Indigenous contexts and apply ethical practice to work for and with Indigenous Australians.

Career outcomes

Practical, customisable and industry-led, the UTS MBA will provide you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to be a cutting-edge, forward-thinking business professional.

You'll have a complete career toolkit that includes a comprehensive understanding of business administration, people management and strategic leadership, all of which are highly sought-after in the leaders of tomorrow.

Blending this with your specialised knowledge, practical experience, networking opportunities and valuable industry connections, you'll be equipped with everything you need to succeed at every stage of your career.

Career options:

• Manager
• General manager
• C-suite
• Executive
• Business strategist
• Founder or entrepreneur
• Management consultant

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative first-year tuition fee in 2025: $36,460 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Indicative total tuition fee in 2025: $74,561 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Your tuition fees do not include:

• The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) supports student services and activities.
• Textbooks, materials and other course-related costs.
• Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.

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.