Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Course Overview
AQF Level: 9
Duration: 2 years full-time (4 semesters)
Location: Coburg campus (face-to-face delivery)
The Australis Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for professionals who want to expand their management expertise and lead with confidence in a changing business world. The course builds a strong foundation in core business disciplines while integrating technology, analytics, and sustainability—skills increasingly essential for modern leaders.
Students gain practical, future-focused knowledge through small classes, industry engagement, and a capstone project that connects theory to real business challenges.
Course Learning Outcomes
- collaboratively integrate theory, techniques, and trends from diverse business disciplines while addressing challenges and opportunities in the application of this knowledge across various business contexts.
- communicate evidence-based arguments in both written and oral formats across diverse audiences employing persuasive skills for complex problem-solving.
- conduct research to solve problems facing contemporary organisations locally, regionally or globally.
- formulate strategic, and innovative solutions to business problems.
- recognise culturally diverse perspectives on complex business and demonstrate ethical, environmental, and social awareness.
Course Structure
The MBA consists of 16 units delivered over four semesters, divided into three sections:
1. Core units (12 units)
These units develop essential knowledge in accounting, management, marketing, economics, strategy, and innovation.
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ACC501 Accounting and Financial Management
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MAN501 Management
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MKT501 Marketing
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MAN503 Business Innovation
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ECON501 Economics
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MAN602 Strategy and Sustainability
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BUS601 Capstone (2 units)
2. Technology component
The technology stream within the core focuses on information systems, analytics, and communication tools for effective management.
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BIS501 Information Systems
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BIS502 Technology-Based Communication
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BIS503 Data Driven Decision Making
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BIS604 Artificial Intelligence in Business
3. Elective or specialisation units (4 units)
Students may choose electives to suit their interests or complete a Business Analytics specialisation, deepening their understanding of data-driven decision making and technological applications in business.
Elective options include:
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BIS601 Artificial Intelligence and Insights for Business
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BIS602 Enterprise Systems and Applications
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BIS603 Business Analytics for Decision Making
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BIS605 Financial Analysis and Modelling
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MAN605 Business Ethics and Sustainability
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HRM601 Human Resource Management
MBA Course Sequence (Sample)
Year 1
Semester 1
| Unit name and code | Unit type | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| ACC501 Accounting and Financial Management | Core | Nil |
| MAN501 Management | Core | Nil |
| BIS502 Technology-Based Communication | Core | Nil |
| ECON501 Economics | Core | Nil |
Semester 2
| Unit name and code | Unit type | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| MAN503 Business Innovation | Core | Nil |
| MKT501 Marketing | Core | Nil |
| BIS501 Information Systems | Core | Nil |
| BIS503 Data Driven Decision Making | Core | Nil |
Year 2
Semester 1
| Unit name and code | Unit type | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| MAN602 Strategy and Sustainability | Core | Nil |
| BIS604 Artificial Intelligence in Business | Core | Nil |
| Elective 1 | Elective | Nil |
| Elective 2 | Elective | Nil |
Semester 2
| Unit name and code | Unit type | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| BUS601 Capstone (2 units) | Core | Completion of 12 units prior to enrolling in this unit. |
| Elective 3 | Elective | Nil |
| Elective 4 | Elective | Nil |
Elective Units
| Unit name and code | Unit type | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| Business Analytics Specialisation Electives | ||
| BIS601 Artificial Intelligence and Insights for Business | Specialisation Elective | Nil |
| BIS602 Enterprise Systems and Applications | Specialisation Elective | Nil |
| BIS603 Business Analytics for Decision Making | Specialisation Elective | Nil |
| BIS605 Financial Analysis and Modelling | Specialisation Elective | Nil |
| General Electives | ||
| MAN605 Business Ethics and Sustainability | General Elective | Nil |
| HRM601 Human Resource Management | General Elective | Nil |
Course Fee
Tuition Fees (Domestic and International Students)
| Items | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Unit fee | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Semester fee (4 units in 1 semester) | $11,200 | $11,200 |
| Yearly fee (2 semesters and 8 units) | $22,400 | $22,400 |
| Total tuition fee (2 years; 4 semesters; 16 units) | $44,800 | $44,800 |
Non-tuition Fees (Domestic and International Students)
| Fee Type | Description | Refundable? | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | Charged to assess and process an application for admission into a Course. | No | $250 |
| Late Payment Fee | Charged when a student fails to pay Tuition Fees by the due date specified in the Written Agreement. | No | $200 |
| Graduation Ceremony Fee | Charged to students who elect to participate in a formal graduation ceremony. | No | $100 |
| Reissue of Transcript | Charged when a student requests a replacement Statement of Attainment or academic transcript. | No | $25 |
| Replacement Testamur | Charged when a student requests a replacement testamur due to loss or damage. | No | $50 |
| Reissue of CoE | Charged when a student requests a new or revised Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) outside the standard process. | No | $50 |
| Change of Course Fee | Charged when a student requests and is approved to transfer to a different Course within Australis. | No | $100 |
| Deferral Fee | Charged when a student requests to defer their Course commencement. | No | $100 |
| Reassessment Fee | Charged when a student applies for a third or subsequent attempt at assessment. | No | $150 per unit |
| Replacement Equipment / Books | Charged when a student requests replacement for equipment or books that have been lost, misused, or damaged. | No | At cost |
| Photocopying and Printing Fee | Printing and copying through the student PaperCut account. | No | A4 B&W 10c/page; A4 colour 70c/page; A3 B&W 30c/page; A3 colour $1.50/page |
| Credit Card Surcharge | Applied to payments made by credit card. | No | As per rate charged by bank |
| Courier Fee | Charged when a student requests documents to be sent by courier. | No | At cost (varies by destination) |
| OSHC Processing Fee | Charged when Australis arranges Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) on the student’s behalf. | No | $50 |
| Administrative Re-enrolment Fee | Charged when a student who previously withdrew seeks to re-enrol in a Course. | No | $100 |
Admission Requirements
For detailed entry criteria, including academic and English language requirements, please refer to the Admission Requirements page.
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