Master of Business

Master of Business students are provided with an opportunity to develop their planning, analytical and interpersonal skillsthat will enable them to professionally advance their career prospects in business.

The program provides students with a foundation in a variety of business practices, plus the ability to gain a specialisation.

The program equips students to think critically, communicate professionally, work collaboratively, make ethical and responsible business decisions, and work effectively in a global business context characterised by change and uncertainty.

The classes combine theoretical knowledge in Business with practical insights delivered through case studies, guest lectures and work-integrated learning.

Team building is encouraged through group projects and communication skills are enhanced through class presentations.

The Master of Business program comprises 12 subjects, as follows:

Required subjects (8)

• ACCT71-600 Accounting Principles
• ECON71-600 Economics For Business
• FINC71-600 Managerial Finance
• MGMT71-104 Managing People
• MGMT71-301 International Human Resource Management
• MGMT71-311 Managing Strategic Change
• MKTG71-600 Marketing Fundamentals
• STAT71-102 Analysis and Application

Elective (4)

• Students can choose 4 General Elective Subjects (40CP).
• General elective – A subject that may be chosen from any subject on offer across the University provided requisites, enrolment restrictions and any other faculty requirements have been met. 

Specialisation

• Students may also use all of their electives to take a specialisation (4 Subjects) from the list below Big DataFinanceHealth ManagementInternational BusinessMarketingTourism Management
• Please visit the Major, minor and specialisation study areas for guidance on specialisations.

Opportunity 

Students may also choose one of the following opportunities to use your elective subject to have international experiences or an Internship opportunity provided you meet the requirements. Please discuss with the Enrolment Advisor in the Student Business Centre.

Study Tour

• The Study Tour requires approval from the Faculty. (Please note that additional costs and visa requirements are associated with this subject).

Business Internship

• The Internship requires a 2.0 GPA and approval from the Faculty with an application to the Career Development Centre.

Individual Study Topic

• The Individual Study Topic is only available in exceptional circumstances and requires the Program Director's approval.

Please visit BBS Program Structure and Sequencing for guidance on study plans.

Master of Business graduates should have highly developed planning, analytical and interpersonal skills that will enable them to professionally advance their career prospects in business. The program also provides global networking opportunities.