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Business School Adelaide MBA
Message from the
01 Message from the MBA Director
MBA Director
02 Why undertake an MBA
at the University of Adelaide Welcome to an exciting stage in
Business School?
your career.
04 How does the Adelaide You may well be reflecting on what your next career step
MBA work?
is and are no doubt weighing up your options on how to
achieve it. I hope that the Adelaide MBA can be part of
06 Structure of programs your career success.
There are thousands of MBA’s in the world and dozens
07 MBA Core Courses
in Australia - all claim to be the best, or at least different.
In 2013, we celebrated our 50th anniversary and as the
08 MBA (Advanced) second oldest MBA in Australia, we know what works and
more importantly what doesn’t.
08 Additional core courses
We know that your journey is about not only introducing
you to new skills but strengthening the ones that you
09 Elective courses already have. We also know that you will learn just as
much from your cohort as you do from our professors
10 Frequently asked questions which is why we give you the space and the framework to
actively share these skills with your MBA team.
11 Fees and financial support What is common amongst all of my students is that
they all recognise that the Adelaide MBA is a rich and
11 Admissions requirements transforming personal and educational journey. A journey
that has helped them shape their career.
12 Applications The Adelaide MBA holds the prestigious accreditation
from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business (AACSB) International. This is the ultimate level
of endorsement sought by business education providers
that offers substantial benefits to students who undertake
an MBA program at the University of Adelaide.
Let the Adelaide MBA be the enabler for the next stage
of your career.
Damian Scanlon
Director, Adelaide MBA
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The University of Adelaide 1
Why undertake an MBA (Master
of Business Administration) at the
University of Adelaide Business School?
The University of Adelaide The University of Adelaide The MBA program emphasises the
development of abilities to:
The University of Adelaide is one of Business School
>> Perfect leadership skills
Australia’s Group of Eight, research-intensive Cutting edge research combines with
universities and is consistently ranked among >> Understand the functional
real-world industry experience to deliver
the top 1% of universities in the world.* interrelationships between different
programs that are stimulating, relevant,
Established in 1874, it is Australia’s third areas of an organisation and the broader
and provide students with skills that are
oldest university with a strong reputation interaction of the organisation with its
transportable to any profession.
for research and teaching excellence and environment
The AACSB accreditation has raised the
producing graduates that make an impact >> Recognise and act effectively on problems
School’s profile in the global arena and
on the world. and opportunities confronting an
has created opportunities for links with the
The University has produced over 100 organisation
world’s top universities. The Adelaide MBA
Rhodes Scholars, including Australia’s first also has a 5 star rating from the Graduate >> Coordinate and apply an organisation’s
Indigenous winner, with five Nobel Laureates Management Association of Australia financial, physical, technological and
among its alumni community. There are more (GMAA), a nationally recognised business human resources in pursuit of important
than 25,000 students with 30 per cent of association that assesses MBA programs in objectives
them international students from more than Australia annually. >> Understand and communicate effectively
90 countries. with people inside and outside an
In addition, close affiliations with crucial
In line with its reputation for innovation, in professional bodies ensures that all programs organisation
1963 The University of Adelaide established offered by the University of Adelaide Business >> Evaluate current management policies and
the first MBA program in South Australia School impart relevant, quality skills that are practices to develop new ways to improve
and one of the first in Australia. sought after in today’s economy. organisational effectiveness.
* This is based on the Times Higher Education World Please visit: www.business.adelaide.edu.au Students in the program come from a
University Rankings, QS World University Rankings and for biographies, qualifications, professional wide variety of disciplines, professional
the Jiao Tong World University Rankings. memberships, active research and backgrounds and cultures, many with high
publications of the University of Adelaide standing from undergraduate areas. The
Business School’s team of more than 70 School seeks to provide them with a solid
academic staff. grounding in academic disciplines relevant
to management. Students will acquire the
conceptual and analytical abilities they need
Why should you do an to make and carry out decisions at a senior
MBA at Adelaide? managerial level.
The MBA provides a broad base of While the 12 course MBA program suits the
knowledge to equip our students for needs of many, some students seek to build
managerial roles, rather than just the further on this foundation by undertaking the
acquisition of an off-the-shelf set of skills. 16 course MBA (Advanced) program.
The aim is to develop problem solving and
communication skills, leadership and team
(Advanced) program.
building skills, and analytical and critical
thinking abilities that will enable you to
understand better and deal with the complex
issues of management in a rapidly changing
business environment.
2 MBA Program
Cutting edge
research combines
with real-world industry
experience...
The University of Adelaide 3
How does the Adelaide MBA work?
Flexibility Learning Environment Student Learning Advisers
You decide how many courses you enrol in All students can utilise the Learning Advisers
Small class sizes
each trimester and provided you complete in the Faculty who provide guidance to
your selected program within the maximum Classes have a maximum number of 35 students on academic skills and on developing
completion time, you may suspend students and the average is 25 students. confidence in addressing the challenges of
your studies for a trimester to cope with This allows individuals time to contribute in learning at university. This includes access to
employment or other commitments. class, without being overwhelmed by large bridging programs, advice regarding research,
numbers. analysis and assignment writing, a Program
Fast-track Handbook, and a student Communication
Balanced number of international Skills Guide. For more information, email:
Each course (subject) is delivered over a 12
and local students professions.learningcentre@adelaide.edu.au
week trimester. There are three trimesters
in an academic year. This allows you to Adelaide classes include approximately 3%
condense your studies into a shorter period of students from overseas. This provides
of time. For example, undertaking the MBA valuable diversity in the classroom and group Study options
in full-time mode would require only one year work situations.
Leaving the MBA program early
to complete.
Experience and calibre of peers We appreciate that circumstances and
To view the current timetable, visit:
Participants in the programs are middle to priorities change. If you start your MBA
www.adelaide.edu.au/professions/hub/
senior level managers and professionals journey with us and request to leave the
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from a diverse range of commercial, program, we can offer you the opportunity to
Study modes and time commitment government and not-for-profit organisations exit early with either a Graduate Certificate or
both local and international. Program entry a Graduate Diploma, providing the required
All programs can be studied part-time or
requirements ensure that you will be sharing number of courses have been completed.
full-time. Program structures are flexible and
a classroom with high-calibre students, well The opportunity to return to the program and
allow students to choose a study pattern
prepared for study. The varied experiences complete a full MBA may be available to you
that suits the competing demands of work,
of these participants produce a rich learning within a reasonable time frame.
family and other commitments.
environment, which also fosters unique,
long-lasting business and social networks. Summer School
Study load
The Business School operates an MBA
A part-time study load is typically one or Face-to-face learning Summer School over a two week period
two courses each trimester and a full-time
The Business School maintains the view each January. This gives students the option
load is three or four courses each trimester.
that an MBA should be taught face-to-face to speed up the progress of their studies.
It is recommended that part-time students
in order to facilitate beneficial interaction Classes are held in intensive mode, with six
enrol in one course in their first trimester of
between students and academic staff. It also hours of study on alternate days, over a 12
study in order to determine the workload
fosters valuable networking opportunities. day period and are often taught by visiting
requirements.
international lecturers.
The total contact time for most courses is 36 Leadership Journeys
hours (three hours per week), excluding the Three Leadership workshops will be offered We are flexible
open book examination in core courses. In to students following their completion of the
addition, students will be required to spend Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and
extra time on private study and group work. After hours teaching
Master of Business Administration. These
It is estimated that most students will spend fee-free two day residentials will form a Classes are scheduled to accommodate
approximately 8 hours per week per course unique part of the MBA journey. They offer full-time working professionals. They
in reading, assignments, preparation and/or students the time to reflect and integrate are generally held on weeknights from
group work. what they have discovered and also provide 4.30pm-7.30pm.
the opportunity to further explore the Some courses are delivered on
Maximum completion times concepts introduced throughout the program alternate Saturdays, in a six-hour
Graduate Certificate in 2 yrs in a structured and supportive environment. teaching block typically from
Business Administration 8.30am-2.30pm for six sessions.
Graduate Diploma in 3 yrs
Business Administration Intensive courses
Master of Business Administration 5 yrs Some courses are offered in intensive
Master of Business 6 yrs mode over three to six weeks with classes
Administration (Advanced) generally held over a Friday and Saturday.
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Study Abroad
MBA students studying at Adelaide have the opportunity A sample of the opportunities available
to study overseas in some of the most highly ranked MBA to MBA students:
programs in the world. >> Intensive courses in the MBA program
The University of Adelaide Business School has partnerships at Aalto University, Finland (previously
with international Business Schools, which enable its students Helsinki School of Economics)
to undertake one or two MBA courses via intensive study >> Two week ESSAM summer program at
in Denmark, Finland, France or Germany. Some programs Aarhus School of Business, Denmark
incur no additional study fee as they are part of the University >> ESCP Europe’s six week summer
exchange agreements. semester in Paris, France
Exchange programs vary from two to six weeks, with the >> HHL Graduate School of Management
possibility to credit either one or two courses towards the in Leipzig, Germany
Adelaide MBA. The benefits of networking with international
>> Three week summer program at the
MBA students from around the world is priceless and those
European Business School in Frankfurt,
that have participated often report that it has been a ‘life
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changing experience’.
Management project Alumni support
This project provides an opportunity for an The MBA Alumni Network is an important
individual student or a team of students to part of the life and community of the
complete an applied research project based Business School, as it forms an integral part
on a real business problem or issue. Students of the School’s business relationships. MBA
may choose either a case study project students may apply to become members
which analyses a real-world management of the MBA Alumni Network (free of charge)
issue or a project which undertakes the from the time they enrol, enabling them to
investigation of a particular problem and immediately benefit from these connections.
makes recommendations. A program of
Real World Application The MBA Alumni Network conducts regular
activities will be completed and lead to a
events featuring graduates. The network is
Business project case or project report and presentation.
diverse, including students and graduates
This is a formally assessed course in which Internship who work and live locally, interstate and
students undertake either an individual or overseas.
Students have the opportunity to undertake a
group-based project for a real organisation. For more information about the
professional internship within an organisation
This demonstrates the direct value of skills MBA Alumni Network, visit: www.business.
as part of their MBA study. Short term
acquired through the MBA to a business and adelaide.edu.au/mba/network
placements are designed for full-time students
gives students a unique opportunity to add
and are carefully tailored to suit everyone’s
direct value to an organisation.
needs. Internships are offered across a
diverse range of industries and organisations,
from government departments to large private
companies and not-for-profit organisations.
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Structure of programs
Program Details
The courses within the MBA form a nested sequence.
The details of each program are outlined below
Graduate Certificate in MBA required core course in place of the one
Business Administration elective in the Graduate Diploma program.
For managers who wish to take an Master of Business Administration
introductory management program we
offer the four course Graduate Certificate The MBA program is designed for managers
in Business Administration. Applicants who who wish to advance their career, gain valuable
do not have a bachelor degree but who have skills and insights and expand their business
a minimum of seven years relevant work networks. It is the most popular of the programs,
experience, in management or leadership striking a balance between depth of skills
roles, must enrol in this program first. and knowledge covered and overall time
commitment. Students in this program
After successfully completing the Graduate must successfully complete ten compulsory
Certificate, they may apply to transfer core courses and two elective courses.
into the Graduate Diploma in Business
Administration, and then into the MBA Master of Business Administration
or MBA (Advanced) program. The four (Advanced)
Graduate Certificate courses will be credited
The MBA (Advanced) program is designed
towards the higher level program.
to cater for several different needs. Students
Graduate Diploma in seeking the highest levels of organisational
Business Administration leadership have an opportunity to go beyond
the standard 12 course MBA degree to
An eight course Graduate Diploma in Business broaden their managerial knowledge.
Administration is also available and consists
of seven compulsory core courses and one Students wishing to specialise in particular
elective. Students who are considering areas of general management can add to
enrolling in the MBA or MBA (Advanced) in their MBA.
the future are encouraged to choose one
6 MBA Program
MBA core courses understand its marketplace activities. This in the determination of macroeconomic
course offers a complete introduction to policy including interest rates, inflation and
Fundamentals of Leadership professional marketing thought and action. foreign trade and capital flows. The focus
of the course is on current issues and their
Fundamentals of Leadership is the Systems Thinking for Management implications for managers and competitive
foundation course for all programs. Upon
Today’s complex problems and challenges organisations.
completion, students will possess an
can no longer be tackled with the narrowly-
understanding of the development of Managing Contemporary
focused, unconnected thinking of the past.
management thought and practice, providing Organisations
Leaders must make important decisions
a background against which new trends in
in complex environments in which finance, This course exposes students to some
management can be viewed.
economics, people and nature are all highly key influences and perspectives on the
They will be able to identify and discuss interconnected. management of organisations. Its focus is
the major challenges facing management primarily on human issues that affect and
This course contributes to the development
in today’s environment and develop the are dealt with by managers day-to-day. The
of new era leaders by equipping students
understanding and communication skills course is an extension of “Fundamentals of
with knowledge and skills in the art of
required to effectively lead and manage a Leadership” and provides the background
systems design and interconnected thinking.
diverse workforce. and theoretical framework for more
It introduces concepts, theories, and cutting
edge tools for understanding the multi- advanced studies in business management.
Accounting for Managers
dimensional character of complex systems, The course begins by examining the nature
Participants in this course will develop of ‘organisation’ as an ‘open system’. Then
how to identify leverage points for systemic
the essential ability of all managers, to the management challenge in relation to
interventions and how to develop strategic
use complex accounting information as a various facets of organisation is reviewed –
or master plans that will have long lasting
platform for decision-making. The course learning, motivation, politics, performance,
effects. Group projects provide unique
develops skills in interpreting earnings ethics, culture, innovation, decision-making,
learning opportunities to gain firsthand
statements, balance sheets and cash flow structure and change.
experience of integrating different areas of
reports. In the second phase of the course
interest and learning throughout the MBA
students will take away highly relevant skills Managerial Finance
program. This enables participants to
in areas such as budgeting, product and Initially this course will cover the concepts of
develop effective solutions for managing the
service costing and short-run decision-making. valuation in finance and show how they can
complex issues that face our organisations
and our society. be applied to valuing corporate securities.
Marketing Management
Adopting a value creation perspective, the
Marketing lies at the core of all business. Economics for Management course will then consider capital expenditure
Whatever the character or size of your entity, decision approaches and their application to
This course provides an introduction to
its profit can come from only one place: the a range of situations, as well as evaluation
economic thinking and its relevance and
marketplace. All businesses are dependent of the results. Then, risk is considered, with
application to managing organisations.
on the income they earn from their customers, a risk-return model developed that can
The first part of the course deals with
clients or buyers. In most businesses it be applied in managing for value creation.
the structure of markets, including
is marketing managers who are primarily The course examines the concept of the
perfect competition, monopoly and
responsible for keeping their company close to weighted average cost of capital, before
oligopoly, and the competitive regulatory
its customers. All those who have a direct turning to consider corporate financing and
environment. The second part deals with
responsibility for identifying, reaching and capital structure decisions.
the determinants of the aggregate level
satisfying customers are engaged in marketing
of output and employment, and elements
and everybody in a business needs to
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Core courses provides students the opportunity to apply
Fundamentals of Leadership (1st course) • • • • their business acumen to make a difference
in the community.
Accounting for Managers • • • •
As the final course in the Adelaide MBA, this
Marketing Management • • • •
group project aims to draw on all the new
Systems Thinking for Management • • • • skills and insights that students will have
Economics for Management • • • developed up to this point including both
Managerial Finance • • • technical skills like accounting and marketing
and more developmental experiences in
Managing Contemporary Organisations • • •
systems thinking and leadership. The project
Managing in a Global Context • • group will have academic supervision.
Strategic Management • •
Social Enterprise Project • • MBA (Advanced)
Services and Operations Management •
Additional core courses
Business Law •
In addition to completing the compulsory
Business or Management Project • core MBA courses, the following are the
required courses for students undertaking
Electives the MBA (Advanced) program.
Depending on the program enrolled in,
the following number of elective courses 0 1 2 3 Business or Management Project
Business Project
This course draws on the work undertaken
in the compulsory core MBA courses.
Managing in a Global Context Students are provided with the opportunity to Projects may be undertaken by an individual
develop skills in identifying opportunities and student or by a team of 3-5 students who
This course prepares students for conducting
challenges in the international marketplace take on the role of consultant(s) to an
business in the global environment. The
as well as understanding the impact of global organisation and analyse a real business
broad content introduces the core theories,
developments on local enterprises. issue and produce recommendations.
frameworks and issues in global business
Projects may be sourced by students or
at the supranational, country and firm levels Strategic Management the Business School. Each project will be
to assist students in developing the ability
This course presents a unified way of thinking allocated an academic project supervisor.
to deal with the complexity of the global
business environment. Specific topics about the issues of strategic thinking and the Much of the time for this course will be in
included in this course comprise two management of change. Strategic thinking practical fieldwork or desk research. The
clusters. The first cluster focuses on under- involves searching for a favourable and project will conclude with a presentation by
standing theories of international trade and sustainable competitive position in an attractive the student or student group, to members
investment as well as variations in political, industry; while the management of change, of the client organisation and the Business
economic, sociocultural, and legal systems from a strategic perspective, is concerned School, at which time a final written report
and risks involved in cross-border business with innovation and the transformation of will be given to the organisation.
operations. The second cluster focuses resources and skills into strategic capabilities
that provide the basis for sustainable Management Project
on exploring how the firm formulates
international business strategy and adapts advantages. Strategic Management is This project provides an opportunity for an
functional areas of the enterprise for important because it can help focus the individual student or a team of students to
successful international operations. firm in terms of the customer. It identifies complete an applied research project based on
a direction for the firm and enables a clear a business issue. Students may choose either
articulation of the path chosen. a case study project which analyses a real-
8 MBA Programworld management issue or a project which
undertakes the investigation of a particular
Profiles
problem or issue and makes relevant
recommendations. A program of activities
will be completed and lead to a case or
project report.
Business Law Nicole Graham
This course will introduce managers to
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a range of legal issues that impact on
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their business and on their duties and
responsibilities as managers. There is an The MBA program has been a key contributor to my career
increasing trend in the law to make successes and a major influence in gaining my first CEO role. I
managers personally liable for breaches commenced my MBA studies whilst I was General Manager
of the law by their business. The course Client Services with scosa, the Spastic Centres of South Australia. Six months after
will help managers to identify areas of my graduation I was appointed as the Chief Executive.
legal liability and risk and suggest how to Studying the MBA was instrumental for me attaining the CEO position. The program
minimise legal risk. The topics covered in developed my understanding of key business principles and has given me the
the course include an introduction to the confidence and knowledge to identify issues, analyse the situation and formulate the
Australian legal system, the law of business appropriate strategies to deliver the best outcome.
structures, contract law, intellectual property
law, employment law, law of business torts,
consumer protection law, competition law
and electronic commerce law. The program has expanded my thinking,
Services and Operations Management knowledge and business skills and
Operations is the term used in management provided opportunities to explore and develop
to refer collectively to the many processes
through which an organisation’s strategies my full potential.
for competing in the marketplace are put into
action. Obviously, in any organisation’s
operations there are many kinds of
processes that must be managed – inbound
logistics, production, outbound logistics, and
customer support in many forms, to name
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only a few. In this course, we will first develop Partner
an overview of the range of processes Deloitte
that can make up the operations of an The Adelaide MBA has been vital to my career progression…
organisation. We then focus on some key without it I was a Corporate Finance practitioner, with it I have
issues in managing certain fundamental the privilege of being a trusted Corporate Adviser. Without it I
processes that are critically important to the was an aspiring Associate Director with Deloitte in Adelaide, with it I have the privilege
strategies of many organisations today. of leading Deloitte’s Transaction Services business in Australia. The MBA broadened
my skill set thereby giving me the confidence to pursue challenges outside of my
Electives traditional comfort zone.
The Adelaide MBA offers a range of electives
each year. Students may choose all their
electives from a particular discipline or from
a range of disciplines. Academic discipline
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areas include the following: General Manager Demand Network Management
>> Family Business SA Power Networks
>> People Management The Adelaide MBA curriculum and coursework have equipped me
>> Strategy with a broad range of general management skills that have proven
invaluable in advancing my professional career.
>> Marketing
Equally as important is the learning experience provided by the MBA course structure
>> International Business
of classroom study and group assignments, being undertaking while working full time.
>> Technology/Project Management
This has provided me with skills essential for managing in today’s high paced
>> Entrepreneurship business environment including;
>> Finance >> prioritising and managing time effectively;
>> Law >> working in teams comprising individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries;
>> delivering high quality outputs within tight deadlines.
The University of Adelaide 9Frequently asked questions How relevant is MBA classroom and private study to real life? You will learn tools and techniques with immediate application. You will also take away practical frameworks and ideas that you can use in your workplace. Learning involves the application of academic theory. Case studies, readings and exercises bring the theory to life. Your learning is also shaped by the input of experienced professionals and managers who make up the student body. The Adelaide MBA draws high calibre students: middle and senior managers from a wide range of industries and professionals with a wealth of work experience. The average age is 28-45, and many students have more than 10 years management experience. When are the intakes and how long are the study periods? Courses are offered in trimesters, commencing late January, mid May, and early September. Each trimester is approximately 13 weeks long, including the exam week. There is a two week vacation break after the first trimester and the second trimester. The MBA academic year concludes in early December and recommences at the end of January the following year. In January, students who have already completed the prerequisite core courses may enrol in the intensive Summer School. Held in Adelaide, Summer School also attracts students enrolled in the School’s Singapore MBA Program. How much time do I have to spend studying for each course? You should set aside around eight hours per week, per course for private study outside of the typical three hour classes, to complete readings and group work. Can I apply without a degree? The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is the entry pathway for applicants without a degree. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of seven years of management experience. For those not yet ready to enter an award program, the Executive Education Unit offers a Professional Management Program. This is a 12-month part-time, practical and applied management program that gives credit for two courses in the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, Graduate Diploma in Business Administration or MBA. For further information, please visit: www.adelaide.edu.au/professions/execed Can I get credit for studies I have undertaken elsewhere? We treat applications for credit and substitution on an individual case basis to ensure that the level of studies you have undertaken is comparable to the quality of courses offered at the University of Adelaide. Students are invited to submit their applications for credit or substitution with as much supporting documentation as possible to the MBA Program Adviser. 10 MBA Program
Admissions requirements
Graduate Certificate in
Business Administration Financial assistance
Although it is not mandatory for students
applying directly into this program to have A range of incentive packages are available for Adelaide MBA students to apply for.
a Bachelor degree, applicants without a Incentives will be available based on merit and for students from specific industries.
degree must have a minimum of seven years Other incentives will also provide support for our regional, interstate and overseas
full-time relevant work experience. students that choose to study in Adelaide. Incentives for Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander students are also available.
This experience must be substantiated with
a current resumé that outlines the applicant’s For more information, visit:
current and previous managerial roles and www.business.adelaide.edu.au/mba/admissions/fees-financial-incentives/
achievements.
FEE-HELP
Graduate Diploma in Business The tuition for the School’s programs can be paid through the Australian
Administration, MBA and MBA Government’s FEE-HELP (Higher Education Loans Program). This is a non means-
(Advanced) tested interest-free loan facility for eligible Australian citizens and those who have a
The minimum requirement for entry into permanent Humanitarian Visa who are enrolled in fee paying, postgraduate non-
these programs is a Bachelor degree and at research programs. It is not available to Australian Permanent Residents.
least three years full-time work experience in Students can elect to:
a managerial role. >> Pay the full course fee up-front
Those without a degree may be eligible to >> Receive a FEE-HELP loan for the full course fee
enter through the Graduate Certificate in
>> Pay some of the course fee up-front and receive a FEE-HELP loan for the
Business Administration. Work experience
remainder of the course fee.
must be substantiated with a current
resumé which outlines current and previous If a student receives a FEE-HELP loan, then the Australian Government pays the loan
managerial roles and achievements. amount directly to the University on the student’s behalf. A FEE-HELP debt is then
recorded for the student with the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Students in the
English language FEE-HELP scheme must still pay for a relevant text book for each course.
All programs at The University of Adelaide are For more information, visit: www.goingtouni.gov.au
taught in English. Students with a degree that
Tuition fees
was not completed in English at an approved
University are required to undertake an IELTS For information about tuition fees please go to: www.business.adelaide.edu.au/
(International English Language Testing System) mba/admissions/fees-financial-incentives/
academic test. The minimum required overall Tuition fees are subject to an annual increase. Students will be liable for the tuition
score is 7, with a minimum band score of 6.5 fees current in each year. Students are invoiced for the courses they are enrolled
for each section. in during the current trimester only. In addition to the tuition fee, students should
budget for one text book per trimester. Taxation rebates apply to eligible students.
Graduate Management
Admissions Test (GMAT)
The Graduate Management Admissions Test
(GMAT) is a verbal, quantitative, analytical Meet the MBA Director
writing and integrated reasoning skills test.
The Adelaide MBA Director would be
The GMAT is an internationally recognised
delighted to meet you to discuss how
qualification in its own right and is used by
you can start your journey in the Adelaide
top MBA Programs all over the world as an
MBA. Arrange your meeting now.
admissions tool.
T: +61 (8) 8313 6455
Before researching or taking the GMAT,
please contact our MBA Program Adviser. E: mba@adelaide.edu.au
E: mba@adelaide.edu.au
T: +61 8 8313 6455
The University of Adelaide 11Applications
Local student admissions Enquiries and further information Enquiries and further information
Local students must apply through the Enquiries can be directed to: Enquiries can be directed to:
Adelaide MBA Program Adviser. All E: mba@adelaide.edu.au Adelaide MBA Program Adviser
applicants must prepare and submit T: +61 8 8313 6455 Faculty of the Professions
an application along with supporting Postgraduate Hub
Refer to: www.business.adelaide.edu.au/mba
documentation to the address on the The University of Adelaide
for further information including application
application form or as listed below. South Australia 5005
deadlines.
The forms can be downloaded from: E: mba.international@adelaide.edu.au
www.business.adelaide.edu.au/mba/
T: +61 8 8313 6455
admissions/entry-requirements/ International student
Refer to: www.business.adelaide.edu.au/mba
application-process admissions for further information.
You will then be invited to meet with the
International students must submit their If you wish to lodge an application online, or
Adelaide MBA Director who will assess
applications online. make an enquiry about an application which
your application and have a personal
interview with you. Applicants must include the following you have already lodged, please visit:
documents: www.international.adelaide.edu.au/enquiries/
The Adelaide MBA Program Adviser will
respond to successful applicants with >> Academic transcript
Intakes and application closing dates
an offer and advise of any incentives or >> Degree parchment
There are intakes in each of the three
discounts that may be available and what is >> GMAT results trimesters.
required to fulfil any outstanding conditions
>> IELTS (if applicable) Trimesters commence in February, May and
of your offer.
>> Resumé September. When submitting applications,
Please send your applications to: >> Statement of purpose. local students must allow one to two months
Adelaide MBA Program Adviser before the start of their preferred trimester.
Faculty of the Professions Forms and further details are available at: International students should allow at least
Postgraduate Hub www.business.adelaide.edu.au/mba/ three to four months, which will include time for
The University of Adelaide admissions visa processing by the Australian government.
South Australia 5005
Vanessa Vartto
National Operations Manager CSC
I was looking for an executive program that would provide me with the skills and
knowledge to shift my career to the next level. The University of Adelaide MBA did just
that. The investment in the program in terms of time and effort has delivered real results.
This is a degree that is truly focussed on maximising the amount of information you are
exposed to. Theoretical topics are presented in conjunction with real-life case studies, which
assisted me greatly in converting academic knowledge into actual business solutions.
The diverse backgrounds of both lecturers and students from a number of countries -
with so many years of experience, provided a fantastic variety of learning interactions.
An MBA from the University of Adelaide
will enhance your leadership potential, broaden
your vision and enable you to see more opportunities
than previously imagined.
12 MBA ProgramFor further enquiries
The Faculty of the Professions
The University of Adelaide
SA 5005 Australia
Telephone: +61 8 8313 4650
Facsimile: +61 8 8313 4521
Email: business@adelaide.edu.au
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