University of Western Australia
Master of Business Administration (Intensive)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12-18 months
- Course Type: Master's
A comprehensive and accelerated program designed to equip future leaders.
Course overview
The University of Western Australia (UWA) offers an MBA program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for career advancement. The program emphasizes practical business and leadership skills, and aims to foster critical thinking, decision-making abilities, and interpersonal skills. UWA's MBA program is highly ranked in Australia and attracts a diverse student body.
The MBA Intensive has eight core units and four option units. Regardless of the study mode you select, you will complete the majority of your units with the other MBA Intensive students in your cohort, which is a strength of cohort-based MBA programs around the world. For your option units, you will have the opportunity to further expand your business network by studying alongside students in the MBA Flexible program.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 72 points, comprising:
- 48 points of core units.
- 24 points of option units.
Core units
Complete the following:
- Accounting
- Leading Self and Others
- Economic Management and Strategy
- Managerial Finance
- Organisational Behaviour
- Strategic Analysis and Consulting Project
- Data Driven Decision Making
- Marketing Principles
Option units
Choose four from the following:
- Global Energy and Mineral Markets
- Blockchain and Technologies for Digital Finance
- Valuation and Risk Analysis for Resource Companies
- Strategic Corporate Finance
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- International Management
- Leadership in Maintenance
- Demonstrating Social Impact
- Social Impact: Entrepreneurs and Social Innovation
- Leadership for Social Impact
- Social Investment and Philanthropy
- Ethical Leadership in Contemporary Organisations
- Operations and Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Becoming a Leader: Perspectives on Leadership Development
- Strategic Management of Resource Companies
- Strategic Management and Innovation in Health
- Executive Decision Making
- The Business of Politics
- Organisational Change and Transformation
- Small Business Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Selected Topics in Management
- Advanced Topics in Management
- International Study Program
- Negotiation Behaviour
- Project Management
- Management Case Study
- Management of Technology and Innovation
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.
- The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.
- At least three years professional experience in a relevant occupation.
English language requirements
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the university to be eligible for a place.
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0, with no band less than 6.5.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
MBA graduates are highly sought after, progressing on to a range of senior management positions in fields such as business development, strategy, marketing and customer service.
These roles fall into a diverse range of public, private and not-for-profit sectors including government departments, resources, consulting and financial services.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual course fee in 2025: $42,200 (domestic full-fee paying place)
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.