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Deakin University

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Master of Business Administration (International)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Study at a top 3 business school in Victoria* and prepare for a global career. Deakin's Master of Business Administration (International) is renowned for its emphasis on learning opportunities based on real-life contexts and experiences.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
M751, 056889B

About this course

Study at a top 3 business school in Victoria* and prepare for a global career. Deakin's Master of Business Administration (International) is renowned for its emphasis on learning opportunities based on real-life contexts and experiences.

Explore international business issues alongside core business units and develop an appreciation of the key aspects of business in a global environment.

Ready to learn how to manage and lead an organisation in an international context?



This internationally-focused degree will provide you with a business internship experience and opportunities to participate in a global, in-person and virtual work-integrated learning (WIL) project, where you will work on business challenges in other countries.

Learn from academics who are experts in their field and join a community of like-minded professionals from a wide range of sectors and backgrounds.

The themes of teamwork, sustainability, globalisation and social/regulatory responsibility are central to the MBA (International) program. With a strong focus on people, profit, and the environment, you will graduate with an understanding of the importance of ethical behaviour and sustainable decision-making.

Research, scholarship and industry engagement heavily inform course content, ensuring the knowledge your gaining is always up to date with current and future business trends.

You will also have the option to complement your primary studies in business administration with a specialisation in a wide range of business-related fields. Designed to meet industry demand for skilled professionals with a breadth of transferrable skills, a specialisation can help deepen your knowledge in a particular business field and benefit your future career.

Designed to be a stimulating study experience, our MBA (International) will enable you to develop the analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills that are key to a successful career in business across the globe.

*AFR BOSS Best Business Schools 2023

Career pathways

Deakin's Master of Business Administration (International) has a range of specialisations to help you progress your career in all areas of business from administration to business strategy. As a graduate you may find employment in areas such as:

  • management consultancy
  • financial planning
  • corporate governance
  • human resource management
  • marketing.

Course structure

To complete the Master of Business Administration (International), students must attain a total of 16 credit points, consisting of 10 credit points of core units, 2 credit points of course electives, and 4 credit points of elective units (which may include an optional Faculty wide specialisation), plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, DAI001 Academic Integrity Module.

Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.

Electives may be selected from:-

  • a Faculty specialisation
  • postgraduate units offered by the University or Deakin stackable short courses (0.5cp microcredentials), subject to eligibility

10

Core units

2

Course electives

4

Elective units

16

Total units

Credit for prior study or work

The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning.

You can refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Deakin University.
83.6%
Overall satisfaction
81.2%
Skill scale
68.6%
Teaching scale
92.2%
Employed full-time
$105k
Average salary