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Semester 1, Semester 2
Course Overview
Are you ready to take on the world of global business leadership?
The Master of Business Administration (Global) is your gateway to thrive in today's fast-paced business world. Dive into critical thinking, where you'll gain a deeper understanding of how businesses evolve. Fuel your creativity by challenging traditional norms and creating innovative solutions for modern organisations.
Ethics are at our core. You'll learn to lead with integrity across all sectors, including private, public, and social enterprises, shaping ethical perspectives that guide your management approach. We get you ready for management roles with the expertise to drive success.
Ready to inspire and guide others? Start your MBA journey now to shape the future of business.
For international students studying at our Melbourne study centre the following specialisations are available: marketing and accounting.
For international students studying at our Ultimo study centre, the following specialisations are available: marketing.
The Master of Business Administration (Global) course requires completion of 150 credit points comprising:
50 credit points of core units
50 credit points of specialisation units
50 credit points of research/capstone project units.
Students may select from any of the available specialisation units to complete a non-specialised MBA(G) or may complete an identified sequence in any of the nominated specialisation areas to complete a specialised MBA(G).
Please note: the Accounting specialisation (and associated units in the Choice list), will be unavailable to students commencing the MBA(G) at the at the Ultimo campus in 2026. However, the Marketing specialisation will be available.
Where You Can Study
Hobart
University of Tasmania, Churchill Ave, Hobart, TAS 7005
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Commonwealth Supported Place indicative annual fee: $17,392 AUD (2027)
Duration
Minimum 2 years, up to a maximum of 5 years.
Intakes
Semester 1, Semester 2
Eligibility
Domestic students:
Applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Or
Applicants with work experience To be eligible for an offer, you must have:
At least three (3) years’ management experience.
To be eligible for the degree, you need to provide evidence that shows your work experience meets the minimum requirements. This includes submitting a copy of your CV and two letters of reference from your line managers or equivalent positions. The minimum level of management experience required is supervisory, team leader, or business manager experience. If you have worked as a sole trader or consultant, you must provide a copy of your CV and two testimonials or references from clients that provide evidence of capability consistent with the entry requirements.
International students:
All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements and course specific admission requirements.
English Language Requirements
This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.5, with no individual band less than 6, or a PTE Academic score of 58, with no score lower than 50 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
Course Specific Requirements
To be eligible for an offer, you must have:
Career & Study Pathways
Upon completing the MBA Global program, you'll be prepared for a dynamic career leading global businesses. With a solid foundation in ethical leadership, you'll thrive in managerial roles across private, public, and social sectors. Potential roles include:
Get ready to lead teams and consult at the highest levels, shaping the future of global business with confidence and impact.
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Principles of Financial Management
This unit introduces students to the major concepts and analytical tools used in the theory and practice of financial management within an Australian context. It is designed to provide students with an understanding of: the scope and nature of the…
Leadership and Change Management
This unit is about understanding why and how leaders influence change. The focus of the unit is increasing the effectiveness of leadership and change management skills at an individual and organisational level. Leadership and change management are increasingly seen to…
People, Work and Wellbeing
The effective management of human resources is becoming an increasingly vital concern in organisations, whether they are professional practices employing only a few staff, multinational corporations, public sector or not-for-profit organisations. The impact of globalisation, increased competition for talented employees,…
Strategic Management
Strategic management today is a complex process requiring advanced skills. International expansion, network advantage, and resource optimisation pervade every aspect of this critical management skill. Successful managers need up-to-date guidance in the creation and implementation of effective strategy. This unit…
Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making
Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making is an introductory accounting unit that explores the evolving role of accounting in promoting organisational accountability, especially in social and environmental contexts. It emphasises that accounting is not just about financial reporting and cost…
Contemporary Financial Accounting and Reporting
This unit builds on the skills and knowledge from BFA507 Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making. It examines financial accounting theory and practice, addressing complex corporate issues. In this unit, you will critically evaluate professional and ethical decision-making, integrating sustainability…
Management Decision Making and Strategy
In this unit we explore the key functions fulfilled by managerial and cost accounting. The primary purpose of managerial and cost accounting is to provide relevant information to managers within an organisation. Managerial accounting can be thought of as the…
Data Analytics for Accounting
In today’s data economy, businesses are blessed and cursed with an abundance of data. This proliferation of data is creating new professions and changing existing professions. One profession that is witnessing a rapid change due to the explosion of data…
Digital and Social Media Marketing
The increasing use of digital and social media by both businesses and consumers is having a significant impact on global business. For consumers, recent advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT) based digital and social media provide reliable and accurate…
Market Research and Decision-Making
Businesses are changing constantly, and markets are moving at a rapid pace. This means that market research is critical for keeping abreast of such changes. Market research comprises a critical facet of marketing practice; playing a central role in supporting…
Marketing Insights into Big Data
Marketing decision-making is growing in importance in the business world. More than ever before, organisations are placing greater emphasis on the marketers' ability to evaluate, anticipate, and illustrate the contribution of marketing to organisational performance. Increasingly, senior managers are requiring…
Strategic Brand Marketing
Brands and brand management are increasingly important for organisations in almost every industry. In many sectors, as products become increasingly similar, organisations are turning to branding as a way to differentiate their offerings and create customer preferences for them. In…
Comparative Business Contexts
This unit explores the economic, cultural, and strategic aspects of business management across different contexts. Students will examine how contextual differences affect business management practices, as well as how these differences can be leveraged to optimise organisational effectiveness. This unit…
Data Analysis and Research Methods
In this unit students will explore advanced issues connected with the research process in Business Management. You will be equipped with a sound knowledge of a systematic and ethical approach to practice-led, data driven research. The unit will encourage critical…
Business Project
This 25% unit introduces candidates to applied business research methodology, with a focus on approaches and techniques appropriate for Masters-level inquiry. Students will design and execute a substantial research project addressing a real organisational issue or opportunity, demonstrating their ability to apply rigorous research methods to produce…
Common Questions
The Master of Business Administration (Global) at the University of Tasmania has a duration of 104 weeks as listed in the CRICOS registry.
The course is offered at three locations: Hobart, TAS (owned and operated by the University of Tasmania), Ultimo, NSW (a study centre arrangement with another registered provider), and Melbourne, VIC (a study centre arrangement with another registered provider).
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$93,173 in tuition fees, with no additional non-tuition fees listed, bringing the total estimated cost to AU$93,173.
The CRICOS course code for the Master of Business Administration (Global) at the University of Tasmania is 115359B, and the institution's CRICOS provider code is 00586B.
You can contact the University of Tasmania's International Student Enquiries team by email at your.study@utas.edu.au or by phone at +61 3 6226 6200. The institution's postal address is Private Bag 45, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, and their website is www.utas.edu.au/international.
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