Program Overview

Master of International Business

Overview

The Master of International Business at Melbourne Business School is designed to prepare students for an international management career. The program develops specialist international business skills and complementary international relations knowledge, with a particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region. Students have the opportunity to study overseas, gain hands-on experience with real companies, and explore a wide range of global opportunities.

Key Features

• Broaden your outlook with overseas study: Go on exchange, take an intensive subject overseas, or complete a dual degree in Milan or Montreal. Dual degrees are exclusive to this course and available to high-achieving students.
• Explore the latest industry insights: Learn from global industry experts and leading academics in their field.
• Credit for previous business studies: Complete the course in 1.5 years if you have previously completed an undergraduate degree in business, commerce, or a related discipline.

Course Details

• Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
• Location: On campus (Parkville)
• Intake: March, July
• Fees: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available

Entry Schemes

• Access Melbourne is available

Course Structure

The program allows students to develop a sound understanding of the policies governing the world trade and investment system. Students can also take up to three electives from the Master of International Relations to broaden their perspective.

Career Outcomes

Graduates will have the skills global employers are looking for, in areas such as:

• Strategic management
• Corporate governance in a global context
• Cross-cultural impacts
• International marketing

Student Support

• Careers Skills Development Program: Access business-specific services like the Career Mentoring Program and workshops on skills such as effective networking and writing a great CV.
• Student clubs: Extend learning, build new connections, and make lifelong friends by joining a faculty club.
• Case competitions and start-up pitches: Develop real business solutions in a tight timeframe or make a pitch in the startup competition.

Related Study Areas

• Arts, humanities, and social sciences
• Business and economics
• International business
• Social and political science

Student Testimonial

"The most enjoyable aspect of the Master of International Business is that it is not all theory; it has lots of practical elements too. I've developed crucial skills to function in the globalised and complex nature of today's business world." - Adrian Yeung, Master of International Business