James Cook University
Master of Business Administration
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationEnhance your career prospects with JCU’s Master of Business Administration (MBA). Gain an in-depth understanding of sustainable enterprise, corporate strategy, innovation and entrepreneurship. JCU MBA graduates are highly sought after for their ability to analyse current practices and outcomes in a business or organisation and develop innovative methods for enhancing its enterprise and success.
JCU’s Master of Business Administration degree has a strong focus on applying and integrating sustainable economic, social and environmental business performance methods to new or existing business models. You will learn how to evaluate the context of a business or organisation and identify the appropriate performance method/s that will enhance its performance or solve a key issue within the business’s framework. You will study a broad body of theoretical and technical knowledge and gain skills in critically analysing complex contemporary business issues and making effective decisions or recommendations for improvement.
This Master of Business Administration degree has six core subjects covering a broad range of topics and will equip you to work effectively in any field of business. You can specialise your degree by choosing from several majors, including Analytics and Business Solutions, Conflict Management and Resolution, Marketing and Management. You can also choose to undertake either a research project, or a professional internship with one of JCU’s leading industry partners. Both the research project and the internship provide extensive experience that will prepare you for your future career as well as networking opportunities that will benefit your professional development.
Delivery mode
James Cook University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 349 Queen Street, Brisbane
- City Arcade, 383 Flinders Street, Townsville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission Requirements
The following course pre-requisites have been designed to ensure the assumed base introductory knowledge within the Accounting, Marketing and Management disciplines.
- Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a cognate* discipline from this or another university; or
- Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in any discipline from this or another university and two years business experience in a managerial role**; or
- completion of an AQF level 8 honours degree in any discipline from this or another university; or
- completion of an AQF level 8 Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from this or another university; or
- four years business experience in a managerial role**, to the satisfaction of the course coordinator; or
- Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Dean, College of Business Law and Governance as equivalent to the above.
Course pre-requisites
- *Cognate disciplines: accounting and finance, marketing, management, commerce, human resource management, economics, tourism and hospitality or other disciplines where students will have completed study relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, marketing, economics, communication and people management.
- **Business experience: applicants must have a minimum of 4 years full-time equivalent professional work experience in a management, leadership or supervisory level in a business environment or be eligible for a member grade status of a relevant professional organisation. Students will have demonstrable effective management experience relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, accounting, marketing, economics, communication and people management.
Minimum English language proficiency requirements
Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 2
- IELTS - 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)
- TOEFL - 86 (no component less than 21)
- Pearsons - 58 (no component less than 54)
- C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency - 176 (no component less than 169)
- OET* - No component less than B
- AEMG English for Academic Purposes Direct Entry Program (AEAP DEP) Final Exam - Overall 70% with no exam sub-score below 70%
- JCUCEAP - EAP Level 4
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Business Administration will prepare you for the following roles.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Executive Officers (also known as CEOs) head large businesses and corporate enterprises. They steer the direction of the organisation and rep...
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
A Chief Operating Officer (COO) performs a senior executive role at a large business or organisation. You’ll manage daily operations and also make...
Company Director
A Company Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and governance of a company. You might serve on the board of directors and...
Managing Director
A Managing Director oversees the operations and strategic direction of a company. You might work in various industries, leading the business toward...
About James Cook University
JCU is top for undergraduate and postgraduate job outcomes, ranked #1 in QLD for full-time employment in both study areas by the Good Universities Guide 2023.
We’re also ranked #1 in Australia for median graduate salary for international student graduates, in the QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022.
JCU graduates emerge job-ready with the knowledge, confidence and practical experience to transition straight into the workplace.
