Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration at Victoria University in Melbourne is designed for those aiming to advance their leadership and management skills in local and global business environments. The coursework covers strategic management, marketing, finance, human resources, and organisational behaviour, with dedicated units on innovation and business ethics. Students learn from academics and industry practitioners, allowing them to apply theory directly to practice.

This MBA follows a structure typical of Australian postgraduate degrees: students complete a set of core units and electives, earning credit points for each. The degree usually spans 1.5 years of full-time study. Many units combine classroom learning with practical assessment tasks and case studies. A capstone project encourages students to tackle real-world business problems, often in collaboration with industry partners.

For those new to Australia’s academic system, a ‘unit of study’ here is like a subject; each unit carries a certain number of credit points that count towards your qualification. In business schools, these units balance theory with problem-solving, discussion and group work. Students can also often gain valuable insight and networks through guest lectures and industry workshops organised by the university.

The course suits experienced professionals looking to move into management, as well as recent graduates seeking to sharpen their commercial acumen and leadership ability. International students need to demonstrate English proficiency—typically an IELTS score of 6.0–6.5 overall, or the equivalent. While studying, students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight on their student visa, and after graduating, may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. It’s wise to confirm application details and credit structures directly with Victoria University’s official resources.

• Business development manager in local or multinational companies
• Operations manager for companies in sectors such as retail, logistics, or health
• Project manager in consulting, technology, or infrastructure
• Marketing manager with consumer, B2B, or not-for-profit organisations
• Human resource manager in Australian private and public sector organisations
• Management consultant for advisory and consultancy firms
• General manager in medium-sized enterprises