Curtin University
Approximately 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
This MBA is designed for middle and senior managers seeking to advance their careers through contemporary business theory, innovation, and strategic thinking. Delivered 100% online by Curtin University, it combines practical project work with sustainable governance principles to prepare leaders for dynamic global business environments.
Applicants must be aged 16 years or over and hold a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution with at least three years of relevant work experience (prospective students with 2 years relevant work experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis). Alternatively, applicants may have a relevant Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma with a Course Weighted Average of 65% and three years of relevant work experience. Entry is competitive and requires an interview as the final stage of assessment. English language proficiency is required with an IELTS Academic score of at least 6.5 or equivalent.
The MBA comprises 12 core subjects totalling 300 credit points. Core subjects include Executive Financial Decision Making, Organisational Behaviour for Managers, Economics for Managers, Synergising Marketing, Strategic Operations Management, Organisational Strategy, and Fundamentals of Leadership. Students also complete Global Business Sustainability and an MBA Capstone project. Two specialisation options are available: Business Administration Specialisation and Leadership Specialisation, each offering additional elective subjects from a specialisation option list. The program integrates ethics, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and risk management across all business settings.
Curtin University is ranked in the top one percent of universities worldwide (QS World University Ranking 2026: 12th in Australia; Times Higher Education: 18th in Australia). The Curtin Graduate School of Business, located in Perth's CBD, provides students with exposure to excellence and industry connections. Through Open Universities Australia, students receive the same degree as on-campus students while enjoying flexible online learning with an interactive and collaborative experience supported by dedicated student advisors.
Graduates are equipped to advance into senior management and leadership roles across various industries. The MBA prepares managers to lead organisations, make evidence-based strategic decisions, and implement sustainable governance practices. Career opportunities include executive positions, strategic management roles, business consulting, and leadership positions in corporate and not-for-profit sectors. The program's emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and global perspectives positions graduates for roles requiring sophisticated business acumen and ethical leadership.
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