Program Overview

Introduction to the MBA Program

The University of Sydney Business School offers a full-time MBA program designed for professionals with a minimum of 3 years of experience looking to take their career to the next level. The program is taught over 18 months and focuses on developing personal and interpersonal skills, business knowledge, and the ability to build and lead enterprises.

Program Structure

The full-time MBA program comprises 12 units of study, grouped around three focus areas:

• Personal and interpersonal skills development
• Business knowledge and skills development
• Building future enterprises

Units of Study

The program includes the following units:

Personal and Interpersonal Skills Development (Units 1-4)

• Leadership Practice and Development
• Critical Analysis and Thought Leadership
• Creativity, Innovation and Business
• The Nature of Systems

Business Knowledge and Skills Development (Units 5-8)

• Strategies for Growth
• Financial Management
• Innovation in Strategic Marketing
• Data Analytics and Modelling

Building Future Enterprises (Units 9-11)

• Leading Business Innovation
• Leading in a Digital World
• Building Global Capability

Capstone (Unit 12)

The final unit is the MBA Capstone (Design Strategy), where students develop customer-centric products and services aligned with the strategy of an existing organization.

Admission Criteria

To apply for the full-time MBA, candidates need to have:

• A minimum of three years of relevant work experience
• A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 or equivalent in their undergraduate degree
• Evidence of English language proficiency (if English is not their first language)

Admission Deadlines

The admission deadlines for the August 2026 commencing cohort are:

• Round 1: 24 August 2025
• Round 2: 28 September 2025
• Round 3: 26 October 2025
• Round 4: 30 November 2025
• Round 5: 11 January 2026
• Final round for international applicants: 22 February 2026
• Final round for domestic applicants: 29 March 2026

How to Apply

To apply for the full-time MBA, candidates need to:

1. Check the admission criteria
2. Apply online with the required documentation, including: - Academic qualification details - Employment history/professional details - A statement of motivation (maximum two pages)
3. Attend a selection interview with an MBA Program staff member and an alumni of the MBA Program (for shortlisted applicants)

Scholarships and Fees

The University offers MBA Director's Scholarships of varying values to local and international self-funded candidates. The tuition fees are reviewed annually and may vary during the period of study.

Graduate Outcomes

The full-time MBA program will equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to achieve their personal and professional goals, including:

• Developing personal and interpersonal skills
• Building personal resilience in a complex world
• Acquiring core business knowledge and skills
• Understanding business resilience and sustainability
• Examining the sustainability of an existing business
• Mastering the art of building and leading future enterprises
• Developing the skills to deliver customer-centric products and services

MBA Internships

Eligible students can apply for paid projects relevant to their MBA study, providing exciting and meaningful experiences for both students and corporate partners.

Accreditation and Recognition

The University of Sydney Business School is globally recognized and holds both the coveted triple crown accreditation and CEMS membership. The MBA program has ranked 1st in Australia in the prestigious Financial Times 2024 business school rankings.