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Charles Sturt University

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Master of Business Administration (Computing)

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Business Administration (Computing) from Charles Sturt University combines management theory with industry certifications in IT governance, quality management, and project management. It offers flexible intakes and is part of an articulated study program.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 - 3 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul, Nov
Domestic Fees
$33,680 per year

About this course

Overview

The Master of Business Administration (Computing) (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University combines the latest in management theory and practice with preparation for the most highly regarded industry certifications in IT governance, IT quality management, IT service management and project management.

Experience a unique MBA designed for leaders in the digital century.

Charles Sturt University and IT Masters are offering six intakes so you can choose when to start your studies. Choose a session or term starting January, March, May, July, August or November, and kickstart your IT career. To find out more about how Charles Sturt University's six intake term and session structure works, visit the IT Masters website.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

  • Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Computing)
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Entry requirements

Bachelor degree in a related area from a recognised tertiary institution OR Graduate Certificate in a related area

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

The Master of Business Administration (Computing) (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University combines the latest in management theory and practice with preparation for the most highly regarded industry certifications in IT governance, IT quality management, IT service management and project management.

Experience a unique MBA designed for leaders in the digital century.

This business degree develops your in-depth understanding of important factors in successful executive management, including leadership, marketing, strategy, people and project management, and finance.

Preparation for the world's most in-demand industry computing certifications is included as an integral part of this course. You'll learn under the guidance of experienced academic staff and industry-based lecturers who are across the very latest industry trends. The course has been developed in consultation with industry professionals, academic experts and Charles Sturt University alumni to ensure maximum industry relevance.

The latest government higher education statistics show that Charles Sturt University is one of Australia's largest providers of postgraduate IT education. We have built this leadership on the quality of our courses and the breadth of 'on topic' subjects that we offer.

You can study this course online, so you can apply your learning and insight in real-time, and allowing you to update your qualifications while continuing to work. You can also speed up or slow down your study pace to meet your changing professional and personal schedules. Our subjects are supported by a host of educational technologies, from video lectures to online simulations.

Charles Sturt University's research strengths underpin this degree, and one of our aims is to help you develop your research potential. In your final year, you will undertake a capstone project with relevance to your workplace. Upon graduation you could decide to pursue a PhD.

Career pathways

Your Master of Business Administration (Computing) (with specialisations) will position you at the heart of a rapidly growing global industry, and give you a competitive edge in your bid to enter senior and executive roles in the IT industry.

Course structure

Essential set (96 pts)Core subjects40 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningCodeSubjectCredit PointsMGI511Project Management Fundamentals8 credit ptsMGT501Contemporary Management8 credit ptsMGT510Strategy and Planning8 credit ptsITC506Applied IT Ethics8 credit ptsMGI521Professional Communications8 credit ptsCapstone subject8 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Subject should be completed in the final session of study.

CodeSubjectCredit PointsITC571Emerging Technologies and Innovation8 credit ptsRestricted electives16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select two (2) subjects from the following:

CodeSubjectCredit PointsITC540IT Infrastructure Management PG8 credit ptsMGT540Facilitating Change8 credit ptsMGT549Toxic Leadership8 credit ptsMGT559Contemporary Issues in Leadership8 credit ptsMGT580Forecasting and Risk Assessment8 credit ptsMGT584Leadership in Teams8 credit ptsMKT501Marketing for Managers8 credit ptsMKT525Digital and Social Media Marketing8 credit ptsMGI515IT Service Quality Management8 credit ptsHRM502Human Resource Management8 credit ptsITC563IT Management Issues8 credit ptsACG515Accounting For Strategic Decision Making8 credit ptsITC540IT Infrastructure Management PG8 credit ptsMGT583Managing for Sustainability8 credit ptsSpecialisations32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select four (4) subjects from the same specialisation. This will allow graduation with a particular specialisation - e.g:. Master of Business Administration (Computing - Cyber Security);ORSelect four (4) subjects across two or more specialisations. This will allow graduation with a generic Master of Business Administration (Computing)

CodeSpecialisationCredit PointsCV0001Cloud Computing and Virtualisation32 credit ptsCS0002Cyber Security32 credit ptsNS0001Networking and Systems Administration32 credit ptsPM0001Project Management32 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Charles Sturt University.
81.7%
Overall satisfaction
77.4%
Skill scale
68.5%
Teaching scale
94.6%
Employed full-time
$111k
Average salary