Bachelor Honours Degree Business Administration (MBA) Full Time

Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours)

at Griffith University · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

0101266

CRICOS provider code

00233E

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$148,000 total

Per year

A$37,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) at Griffith University is a four-year degree based in Brisbane, designed for students who want to engage deeply with business strategy, innovation, and research. This honours-level qualification integrates core business areas such as management, marketing, finance, and economics, with an emphasis on critical thinking and leadership in Australian and international contexts. In the honours year, you’ll undertake an individual research project or thesis in a specialist area, working under academic supervision to explore contemporary business issues relevant to the Australian market.

The course is structured around units of study and credit points in line with Australian undergraduate qualifications. Across the first three years, you’ll take core and elective business units building to a total credit load typically required for an Australian bachelor plus an honours year. The fourth year involves a significant research or capstone project. Many business students at Griffith have opportunities for work-integrated learning or professional placements with Brisbane-based industry partners, providing practical experience and contacts in sectors like finance, consulting, and entrepreneurship.

Students gain skills in strategic analysis, communication, team leadership, ethics, and advanced business research. Analytical skills, creative thinking and strong communication are developed throughout the degree, especially through group projects and the independent honours thesis. This course suits academically strong students planning for leadership roles, specialist business careers, or future postgraduate study, such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or research degrees.

International students must meet English proficiency requirements (IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall or equivalent), and student visa holders are eligible to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. After graduation, students may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, depending on personal circumstances. For the latest requirements and detailed structure, confirm information via the official Griffith University course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Business analyst roles in consulting, financial services, and government
Management and strategy positions with Australian and multinational firms
Market research and product development roles in corporate settings
Graduate research roles in universities or think tanks
Pathway to postgraduate study such as an MBA or PhD

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) at Griffith University?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$148,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Business analyst roles in consulting, financial services, and governmentManagement and strategy positions with Australian and multinational firmsMarket research and product development roles in corporate settingsGraduate research roles in universities or think tanksPathway to pos...

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