Program Overview

AGSM Master of Business Administration (Extension)

The AGSM Master of Business Administration (Extension) is a 24-month program that offers an added injection of practical experience to the Full-Time MBA program. After completing the standard 12-month MBA (Full-Time) Program, students undertake three Industry-partnered Learning (also known as Work Integrated Learning, WIL) and/or Extension Research Project (ERP) courses over three terms (12 months).

Key Features

• Study Australias #1 MBA program: The program is ranked #1 in Australia (QS Online MBA Rankings, 2026) and #5 globally for Sector Diversity and #10 for International Mobility (Financial Times Global MBA Rankings, 2025).
• Extend your MBA and gain real-world experience: Students further develop their skills and gain valuable, local experience and networks in a management area related to their career aspirations.
• Real-world experience and insights: Gain insights from renowned academics and industry leaders from corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors.

Who Should Choose This MBA?

This program is designed for students who want to experience the Australian workplace, pursue a research topic relevant to their career aspirations, and gain insight into cross-cultural differences within the business environment.

Why Study at UNSW?

• Our network becomes your network: Access to a powerful and influential global alumni network of over 17,000 AGSM alumni.
• Unlock life-changing opportunities: Opportunities for partial and fully funded scholarships, accommodation bursaries, and international study through partnerships with prestigious schools.

Program Details

• Program Code: 8359
• CRICOS Code: J
• Campus: Kensington
• Total Units of Credit (UOC): 120

Entry Requirements

To apply for the MBA (Extension), students must first complete the core units of the Full-Time MBA. Direct applications to this program are not accepted. Please refer to the AGSM Full-Time MBA page for entry requirements.

English Language Requirements

If English isnt the first language, evidence of English language ability must be provided. This can be through English language tests, prior study in the medium of English, or other qualifications.

What Will I Study?

The program structure includes the standard 12-month MBA (Full-Time) Program, followed by three extra terms (12 months) of Industry-partnered Learning (IPL) and/or Extension Research Project (ERP) courses.

Program Structure

• Industry-partnered Learning (IPL): Undertake an internship as part of studies, integrating learnings from multiple courses.
• Extension Research Project (ERP): Pursue a topic relevant to career aspirations under the supervision of an AGSM faculty member.

Future Careers

The Career Accelerator @ AGSM supports students in building employability skills and networks. Potential careers include:

• Brand Manager
• Business Analyst
• C-suite roles
• Corporate Strategy Consultant
• Digital Analytics Lead
• Entrepreneur
• Founder
• General Manager
• Head of Innovation
• Managing Director
• National Manager
• Operations Lead
• Project Manager
• Senior Innovation Consultant
• Strategic Partnerships Director
• Supply Chain Manager

How to Apply

Before applying, candidates must satisfy the entry requirements. Information on how to apply, including application dates and checklists, can be found on the AGSM How to Apply page.

Fees & Scholarships

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $62,000*
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $103,500*
• Scholarships: Available for exceptional students, including the AGSM Global Reach Scholarship, AGSM National Reach Scholarship, AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship, and more.

Scholarships

• AGSM Global Reach Scholarship: For exceptional students from diverse international backgrounds.
• AGSM National Reach Scholarship: For high-achieving students from other Australian states and territories.
• AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship: For outstanding female leaders.
• AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship: For Indigenous Australians.
• AGSM Excellence Scholarship: For MBA candidates with a proven track record of academic and professional excellence.
• AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship: For outstanding leaders.