James Cook University - Brisbane
James Cook University - Brisbane

349 Queen Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Master of Business Administration (107829K)

Master's Degree

Program Summary

JCU’s Master of Business Administration [2-Year] degree has a strong focus on applying and integrating sustainable economic, social and environmental business performance thinking and methods to new or existing business models. Students will learn how to evaluate the context of a business or organisation and identify the appropriate performance method/s that will enhance its performance or solve a key issue within the business’s framework. Students will study a broad body of theoretical and technical knowledge and gain skills in critically analysing complex contemporary business issues and making effective decisions or recommendations for improvement.

This two-year, leadership-oriented Master of Business Administration degree has ten core subjects covering a broad range of topics and will equip you to work effectively in any field of business. Students can specialise their degree by choosing from five majors, including Conflict Management and Resolution, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Finance and Project Management.

Students can also choose to undertake either a research project, or a professional internship with one of JCU’s leading industry partners. Both the research project and the internship provide extensive experience that will prepare them for their future career as well as domestic and international networking opportunities that will benefit their professional development.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

54

Writing

54

Listening

54

Speaking

54

Program Intakes

Open date

September 25, 2025

Submission deadline

December 3, 2025

Open date

October 20, 2025

Submission deadline

April 18, 2026

Open date

October 20, 2025

Submission deadline

July 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree including an optional professional internship

Program Length

$29710 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$34960 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Overseas Student Health Cover Fee: $627 per year
Student Services and Amenities Fee: $326 per year