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Fees

$4,062 per unit | FEE-HELP available

Intakes

Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct

Units

12 units, 7 weeks each

Duration

2 years part-time

Why study the online Master of Business Administration at UC?

An MBA as unique as you

Align your course with your career goals with a customisable MBA. Choose to study a generalist MBA, focus on public sector leadership, or include government-focused electives, with the option to include an AICD qualification.

Career-ready knowledge

As well as learning from industry experts and leading academics, you’ll gain unique access to leaders in government, business and policy. Get hands-on with workshops and roundtables designed to challenge and inspire future leaders.

Flexible, supported and accelerated learning

Fit study around your life, with a flexible course structure designed for busy professionals. Build on your expertise in policy, business or law with multiple entry pathways.

Australia’s first online MBA that includes AICD qualification

Ambitious future leaders can add a qualification from the Australian Institute of Company Directors. This double-weighted unit, designed especially for the boardroom, offers reputable governance education with a focus on effective, strategic leadership.

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Course overview

UC’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for professionals seeking career progression into executive leadership roles across the government, corporate and not-for-profit sectors.

Strong leadership and enterprise skills are increasingly in-demand across every sector. For professionals building a career in government, UC’s MBA is the only one of its kind, giving students the option to specialise in this area. Graduate ready to lead complex decision making, champion positive change and drive Australia’s evolution.

Grounded in Canberra’s unique position as the seat of government and a hub for professional services, policy and advocacy, this is the ultimate postgraduate business degree designed to prepare leaders to navigate complex challenges in dynamic environments.

Building a career in government?

Strong leadership and enterprise skills are in-demand in every sector – including government. UC’s MBA is the only one of its kind, giving ambitious online students the option to specialise. Graduate ready to lead complex decision making, champion positive change and drive Australia’s evolution.  

What you will learn

Solve complex organisational problems

Learn to analyse and apply discipline-relevant theory, information and developments as you solve issues in diverse and dynamic operational environments.

Become an effective leader

Take the initiative to apply advanced leadership, business and professional skills to creatively manage diverse groups of people, processes and organisations.

Leverage the latest innovations

Plan for and effectively communicate business innovations, new technologies, latest developments and organisational change in a range of contexts.

Make informed critical decisions

Demonstrate high-level judgement and problem-solving skills in complex and uncertain environments, applying research and analytical methods alongside data and evidence-based insights.

Your course pathway

This flexible MBA is designed to build on your existing expertise as you work towards your career goals. Customise your course to align with your ambition, with the option to study a generalist MBA or include government-focused electives.

Design your pathway

4 units | 8 months*

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

12 units | 24 months*

*Maximum 5 years from date of enrolment to date of course completion. The duration is dependent on individual study path and placement requirements. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information.

Enquire for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathways to a Master of Business Administration..

What you will study

The Master of Business Administration comprises 12 units. Each unit duration is 7 weeks. We advise a minimum of 15 to 20 hours of online study per week.

Data-Driven Decision Making and Analytics

Financial Management and Sustainable Finance

Organisational Talent Management

Marketing, Engagement and Behavioural Insights

Managerial Economics and Policy Analysis

Applied Industry Project

Leading Modern Workforces

Strategic Management and Innovation

Course information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Business Administration, applicants must have:

  • An Australian Bachelor qualification or equivalent, in a related field; OR​
  • An Australian Bachelor qualification in an unrelated field AND three years' relevant work experience;​ OR​
  • An Australian Graduate Certificate (AQF 8) in any field (or higher).

*If you do not meet the entry requirements above, you may still be eligible for admission through alternative qualifications or work experience. Please contact a Student Adviser to discuss your options.

Recognition of prior learning
Additional requirements
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  • What you’ll study
  • Recognition of prior learning
  • Entry requirements
  • Fees and FEE-HELP
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Career outcomes

Become a powerful multi-disciplinary leader.

The Master of Business Administration at UC is unlike any other. Choose from a generalist degree or specialise in government, and graduate ready to apply new business expertise to your existing career, or take your ambition in an exciting new direction.

Generalist

  • Senior Executive 
    Lead teams in your specialisation, from finance and management to technology and innovation.
  • Managing Director/CEO 
    Empower entire organisations to perform at their best.
  • Specialist Consultant 
    Bring in-demand expertise in areas like sustainability, AI, automation and security.

Government

  • Policy Director 
    Create, execute and support transformative policy.
  • Specialist Coordinator 
    Lead teams to shape the future of government.
  • Government Leader 
    Insights straight from government decision-makers.
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  • How courses are structured
  • How online study works
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