Executive Master of Business Administration

Program Overview

The University of Adelaide's Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) equips professionals with the knowledge and skills for executive-level management. The program emphasizes theory and practice integration, fostering technical literacy, global awareness, and leadership development. Students complete core courses, research projects, and electives, with flexible teaching options including evening classes, weekend intensives, and summer school. Graduates pursue successful careers in various management roles, including CEO, Business Manager, and Project Manager.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree at the University of Adelaide is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in executive-level management roles. The program emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, developing a wide range of technical literacy to inform evidence-based decision-making. The EMBA also aims to foster a globally aware and people-oriented mindset, aiding students in the assessment and development of their own leadership skills and capabilities. Furthermore, the program facilitates the advancement of social capital and fosters a detailed understanding of how to utilize innovation in the creation of sustainable business practices.

Outline:

Core Courses (24 units):

• Accounting for Managers
• Business Analytics for Managers
• Managerial Finance
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Management
• Fundamentals of Leadership
• Managing Contemporary Organizations
• Marketing Management

Research Courses (3 units):

• Enterprise Project

Elective Courses (9 units):

• Business Performance Improvement
• Business Law
• Services and Operations Management
• Project Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Judgment Based Decision Making
• Organization Innovation
• Management Project (Research)
• Managing in a Global Context
• Marketing Strategy
• Systems Thinking for Management

Teaching:

The EMBA program is designed to provide maximum flexibility to suit the needs of busy professionals. Classes include:

• Weekly evening classes
• Monthly weekend intensives (Friday/Saturday)
• Optional EMBA summer school for two weeks in January

Careers:

Graduates of the EMBA program have gone on to successful careers in a variety of roles, including:

• Marketer / Marketing Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Business Manager
• CEO
• Product Manager
• Project Manager
• General Manager
• Team Leader
• Innovation Manager