Master of Business Administration (2761)
- Approved Abbreviation: MBA
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 2761
- AQF Level: 9
CRICOS Code: 079261D
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
This version applies to students whose commencement year in this course is 2019 or later.
For Commencement Year 2017 - 2018 - please refer to 2761.5 Master of Business Administration
For Commencement Year 2016 (Q4) - please refer to 2761.4 Master of Business Administration
Through its research-driven and integrated focus, this degree equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to engage with contemporary business environments. This contemporary focus is evident in students engaging critically with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals through the evaluation of economic, social, and environmental enterprise and professional behaviour and the development of recommendations for sustainable professional or enterprise practice. The design of the degree reflects consultation with a range of stakeholders including industry and professional associations. The design comprises business foundation and core subjects which provide students with key skills such as business communication and analysis, as well as a general knowledge of the basics of business e.g., Accounting, Economics, and Statistics. Upon completion of the foundation and core, students complete 60 credit points in one of the following specialisations: Management, Finance and Investment, Human Resource Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Marketing, Sustainable Business, Property, Information and Communications Technology, Digital Knowledge and Innovation, Business Analytics, and Policing, Public Safety and Security, and Finance. Students complete: four foundation (40 credit points), four core (40 credit points), and six major subjects (60 credit points) as well as a 20 credit point capstone subject, for a total of 160 credit points. Students may elect to complete a non-major where six subjects (60 credit points) can be chosen separately from any postgraduate business subjects. This program has multiple intakes each year and is suitable for graduates holding a bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 40 credit points with a 2765 Graduate Certificate in Business
Study Mode
Two years full-time or four years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Full Time | Internal | Laurel Jackson |
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Part Time | Internal | Laurel Jackson |
| Sydney City Campus | Full Time | Internal | Daniel Townsend |
| Sydney City Campus | Part Time | Internal | Daniel Townsend |
| Vietnam Campus | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Vietnam Campus | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Accreditation
Graduates of the Master of Business Administration with the Human Resource Management Specialisation are eligible for professional accreditation with the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
This program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
The inherent requirements articulated for this program are based on the existing inherent requirements for the Accounting programs.
Admission
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points. This includes 40 credit points general foundation subjects, 40 credit points core subjects, 60 credit points specialist knowledge subjects, and a 20 credit point capstone subject as per the structure below:
Parramatta City Campus
Please note:
When enrolling in the first session, please choose two subjects only; BUSM 7007 Business Communication Skills and either BUSM 7050 Integrated Business Experience 1 or MKTG 7019 Marketing Systems unless advised otherwise.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| General Foundation Subjects | ||
| BUSM 7007 | Business Communication Skills | 10 |
| BUSM 7050 | Integrated Business Experience 1 | 10 |
| BUSM 7099 | Understanding Contemporary Organisations | 10 |
| Select one of the following: | 10 | |
| Marketing Systems | ||
| The Contemporary Business Environment | ||
| Core Subjects | ||
| BUSM 7018 | Contemporary People Management | 10 |
| ECON 7001 | Economics | 10 |
| ACCT 7015 | Financial Reports for Decision Making | 10 |
| BUSM 7051 | Integrated Business Experience 2 | 10 |
| Majors | ||
| Complete one of the Majors listed below, or the Non-Major option | 60 | |
| Capstone Subject | ||
| Select one of the following: | 20 | |
| Business Project | ||
| Internship | ||
| Start-up | ||
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |
Sydney City Campus
Click here for the recommended sequence at Sydney City Campus.
Majors
Please note Education Leadership, Testamur Major is a new specialisation commencing from Q2, 2022.
Non Major
A total of 60 credit points from any postgraduate Business subjects.
Replaced Major
The following major counts towards completion of this program for students who enrolled in the major in 2019 or earlier.
SP2012 Human Resource Management, replaced by Human Resource Management, Major in 2020 (listed above).