Curtin Graduate School of Business - Full-time MBA

Curtin Graduate School of Business

Based in the central business district of Perth in Western Australia, The Curtin Graduate School of Business (CGSB) delivers courses that are relevant to some of the region's most dynamic industries and sought-after careers. Our MBA is strongly shaped by industry leaders who deliver real-world perspectives for your future. In addition to our traditional face to face classes, we have flexible online learning options and hands-on project work for you to build valuable networks with like-minded people. We also offer our MBA as a double degree with the Master of Science (Mineral and Energy Economics), which is the only double degree of its kind in the world.

For students without a first degree, but at least seven years of managerial experience, the Graduate Certificate in Business offers a pathway to our master level programs.

International students are eligible to apply for $15,000 scholarships to study the MBA full-time over eighteen months, or in combination with a Graduate Certificate in Business Leadership over a two-year period. 

Programme Profile

This course is aimed primarily at middle and senior managers looking to improve their standing in industry. It combines current business theory and local and international perspectives with hands-on project work. The program is interwoven with a core set of values reflecting our commitment to ethical and sustainable corporate governance practices. Through constant exposure to the culture of excellence at our Graduate School of Business, you can be assured that your MBA will prepare you for the challenges of an ever-changing business environment. The Curtin MBA is offered as a generalist MBA or as one of the following majors:

These MBA majors provide a thorough foundation in contemporary business theories. Your studies will emphasise the creation and critical evaluation of innovative ideas and strategies within ambiguous and uncertain business environments. Throughout the course you will either specialise in leadership, strategic procurement or oil and gas, or major in business administration to complete a broad range of high level, general business units.

Duration

  • One year, full-time (local students)
  • 18 months, full-time (international students)

Entry Requirements

A bachelor degree or equivalent, plus at least three years' relevant management experience, and a face-to-face or skype interview. Applicants without an appropriate academic background may be admitted into the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.

Selection is based on a range of information including previous academic results, referee reports, relevance of work experience, career aspirations, test results and an interview.

You will be required to submit supplementary information with your application, including your curriculum vitae (CV) and referee reports.

Delivery Format

The following delivery modes are offered:

  • Online (for most units)
  • Face-to-face
  • Blended (mixed on and off campus)
  • Intensive

Programme Cost

Local student fees: AUD 47,400 (AUD 3,950 per unit)

International student fees: AUD 52,200 (AUD 4,350 per unit)

Accreditation/Memberships

Application Deadlines and Start Dates

Trimester No.3 / 2016 deadline, set for Friday 12th August.

Language

English

Student Profile

The CGSB MBA student cohort consists of experienced professionals (engineers, health professionals, administrators etc.) on the cusp of moving into middle/senior manager roles. Their average age is early 30s and the vast majority are in some form of management role. In addition, many students have international experience with the average time having worked overseas being six years.

Faculty Profile

Curtin Graduate School of Business has experienced and dedicated staff who come from some of the top universities in Australia and abroad.

Twenty-five per cent of our staff are Industry Practitioners who bring the latest industry trends into the classroom.

All academic staff have experience in industry and maintain theoretical knowledge through relevant research projects. 

Contact Details

Curtin Graduate School of Business
78 Murray Street (corner of Murray & Pier Streets)
Perth WA 6000

Telephone: +61 8 9266 3460
Emailenquiries@gsb.curtin.edu.au

78 Murray Street (corner of Murray & Pier Streets) Perth WA 6000
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