Master of Business Administration

What you will study

The UTS Online Master of Business Administration comprises 12 online subjects or 72 credit points.

You can choose to follow a specialised pathway or customise your studies through a flexible ‘mix and match’ approach. This personalised ‘flex stream' enables you to tailor your studies to your career aspirations while building expertise in the business areas most relevant to your goals.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have:

Successfully completed a UTS-recognised undergraduate bachelor's degree plus one of the following:

• Minimum GPA of 5.25 on a 7-point scale, or equivalent and a 90 per cent pass rate.
• Four years full-time, or equivalent, relevant work experience.
• Satisfactory performance in the Graduate Management Admission Test with an overall minimum score of 550 with verbal 25, quantitative 35 and AWA 4.0.

OR

• The successful completion of a UTS-recognised qualification or equivalent, such as a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master’s degree. Satisfactory completion is defined as more than 75 per cent of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).

Successful completion is defined as more than 75 per cent of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).

Relevant work experience is defined from within the ANZSCO groups — 01 Managers, 02 Professionals, 03 Technicians and Trades Workers, 04 Community and Personal Service Workers, 05 Clerical and Administrative Workers, 06 Sales Workers and demonstrated through a CV and a Statement of Service confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation.

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is:

• IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21
• AE5: Pass
• PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50
• C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Your previous studies or employment experience can be acknowledged as credit towards your online postgraduate studies, provided that it meets the relevant course requirements.

If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning. UTS doesn’t determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

• Develop innovative business solutions in complex environments
  Enhance your critical thinking and analytical skills to design strategic, forward-thinking business solutions. Gain the expertise to navigate complexity, solve real-world business challenges and drive organisational success in dynamic and evolving industries.
• Communicate with cultural intelligence and sensitivity
  Refine your ability to communicate ideas, decisions and strategies with clarity and impact. Develop interpersonal and leadership skills that foster inclusivity and demonstrate sensitivity to Indigenous perspectives and diverse cultural contexts in global business environments.
• Apply ethical, sustainable and socially responsible decision-making
  Evaluate and integrate ethical principles, sustainability frameworks and social responsibility into your business decisions. Strengthen your ability to make informed, values-driven choices that align with contemporary business practices and Indigenous perspectives.
• Lead with confidence in global business landscapes
  Develop advanced leadership capabilities to thrive in complex, fast-paced business environments. Enhance your ability to research, analyse and apply strategic insights to drive organisational growth and success in both local and international markets.

Career outcomes

Upon completion, graduates can explore a range of career opportunities, including roles such as:

• Business consultant
• Operations manager
• Project manager
• Team leader
• Business development manager
• General manager

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative tuition fee per subject in 2025: $4,557 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Estimated total tuition fee in 2025: $54,690 (domestic full-fee paying place)

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

• The number of subjects studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of subjects.
• Credit from previous study or work experience.
• Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

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.