Master of Business

Graduates of the Master of Business will have:

1. a demonstrated advanced understanding of contemporary theories and issues in business, including strategy and leadership for sustainability, and of the relationship between the government and business.
2. a demonstrated advanced understanding of the principles and methods that underpin research within the field of business and an ability to apply those methods appropriately. 

The Master of Business is a program designed for professionals aspiring to make the move to management roles, for current managers seeking formal qualifications and for those looking to move careers. This degree is designed to help you master essential business concepts and provide you with the frameworks and creative problem solving skills to enable you to operate effectively in the dynamic, global business economy.

This program will help you to further develop your business and management skills, build specialist knowledge within your chosen area, and accelerate your career.

Depending on your career aspirations and interests, you can complete majors in the following areas:

• Accounting (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• Business Analytics (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• Event Management (Gold Coast, Online)
• Human Resource Management (Brisbane South (Nathan), Gold Coast, Online)
• Information Systems and Digital Business (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• International Business (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Gold Coast, Online)
• Management (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• Marketing (Brisbane South (Nathan), Gold Coast, Online)
• Political Science and International Relations (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online)
• Sport Management (Gold Coast, Online)
• Supply Chain Management (Brisbane South (Nathan), Online).

This program includes a dissertation pathway. The dissertation pathway can provide a pathway to a higher degree by research for candidates with the qualifying Grade Point Average (GPA).

Recommended study pattern

This program is offered full-time and part-time at the Nathan, Gold Coast and Online. You may choose to study courses at other campuses where the program structure allows.

Students are advised that some courses are offered through Open Universities Australia (OUA). Students who wish to enrol in these courses should refer to the OUA website for additional information.

Award requirements

For the award of Master of Business (MBus), you must successfully complete 160 credit points for one of the following:

• 160 credit points for all Pathway 1 - duration 1 year (80CP of study and 80CP for prior learning), or
• 160 credit points for all Pathway 2 - duration 1.5 years (120CP of study and 40CP for prior learning - related degree), or
• 160 credit points for all Pathway 3 - duration 1.5 years (120CP of study and 40CP for prior learning - any degree and work experience), or
• 160 credit points for all Pathway 4 - duration 2 years (160CP study)

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $65,000

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

With a network of campuses spanning three cities in South East Queensland, Griffith University is committed to progressive multidisciplinary teaching and research and a valuable online provider with Open Universities Australia. Already attracting students from over one hundred countries, Griffith's dedication to academic excellence is available across Australia through OUA.

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To be eligible for admission to the Master of Business, you must have one of: 

Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP): 

• A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; AND a minimum two years full-time (or equivalent) ^relevant professional experience.

Pathway 2 - 1.5 year program (120CP):  

• A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.

Pathway 3 - 1.5 year program (120CP):

• A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; AND a minimum two years full-time (or equivalent) ^relevant professional experience.

Pathway 4 - 2 year program (160CP):  

• A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; OR 
• a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal, and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to the above.

*Related Discipline: Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Advertising, Business, Commerce, Communications, Economics, Finance, Hospitality Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Public and Health Care Administration, Supply Chain, Valuation.

^Professional Experience: A professional role in Business, Commerce, Trade, International Business, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Business Analysis, Consultancy, Public Service, Banking or other related areas. Experience as a Business Owner, Manager or Team Leader would also be considered relevant professional experience.

A higher qualification refers to a qualification at a higher level than a Bachelor qualification, which includes any of the following: a Bachelor Honours Degree; Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Masters Degree, MPhil or PhD.  

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including: 

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE. 
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training. 
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.