AGSM Master of Business Administration
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- Program code 8351
- CRICOS code 106822C
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2026 Indicative first year full fee
- $83,500*
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2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $83,500*
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2026 Indicative first year full fee
- $87,500*
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2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $88,500*
Entry Requirements
Fees
Fees
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International exchange
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On-campus experience
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Scholarships available
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- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & scholarships
Overview
*The first session will commence in May.
Study Australia’s #1 MBA (Financial Times Global MBA Rankings, 2026) at Australia’s #1 business school for business & management (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
Delivered by the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at UNSW Business School, this globally recognised program combines academic excellence with immersive, experiential learning grounded in real-world case studies and practical application. Learn from internationally-recognised academics and executives-in-residence who bring deep industry insight shaped by real-world experience.
You’ll join a close-knit cohort of high-performing professionals who will challenge your thinking and expand your perspective. In just 12 months, you’ll build the skills, confidence and network to lead with impact in your chosen field.
Key features
Accelerate your career with dedicated support
Work closely with AGSM’s Career Accelerator Team throughout your MBA. Receive personalised career guidance, refine your professional brand and connect with opportunities through our extensive industry partner network.
Learn through real-world, experiential learning
Go beyond theory with immersive, hands-on learning. Through case studies, projects and industry engagement, you’ll apply your knowledge in real time and develop the technical and people skills needed to lead in complex environments.
Continue your education at Yale
Once you’ve completed the AGSM MBA, you’ll be eligible to apply for the Master of Advanced Management (Yale MAM) at the Yale School of Management. If you're successful, you'll complete a 9-month, full-time residential offering at Yale, meaning you’ll graduate with both the Yale MAM and the AGSM MBA.
Who should choose this MBA?
This MBA is designed for high-performing professionals ready to accelerate their careers and step confidently into executive roles. Delivered full-time over 12 months, it’s ideal for those who can commit to an intensive, career-defining year – whether you’re on sabbatical or preparing for your next big move.
Why study at UNSW?
Our network becomes your network
AGSM is part of UNSW Business School, which is Australia’s #1 school in Business & Management (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025). You’ll gain access to a powerful and influential global alumni network that will serve you well throughout your career. This includes an impressive 17,000-strong alumni cohort from AGSM alone.
Unlock life-changing opportunities
When you study the MBA full-time at AGSM, you can apply for partial and fully-funded scholarships and accommodation bursaries through UNSW. You’ll also gain access to international study opportunities through our partnerships with some of the world’s most prestigious schools.
Maximise your earning potential
UNSW is ranked #1 in Australia for career outcomes (QS World University Rankings, 2026). Our graduates earn the highest median salaries among graduates of Go8 universities (QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2024). With an MBA from UNSW, you’ll be well positioned to step into senior roles and increase your earning potential.
Want to see more from UNSW Business School?
Entry requirements
An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of full-time professional work experience
Demonstrated academic excellence in previous studies achieved through either strong academic results from an Australian or world top-ranked university or through a strong GMAT / GRE test score
English language requirements
If English isn’t your first language, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
Please note: You can apply for an English waiver based on directly relevant work experience, in the relevant industry or equivalent discipline practice, in an English-speaking country or workplace where the sole language of business was English.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
International entry requirements
An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of full-time professional work experience are required
Demonstrated academic excellence in previous studies achieved through either strong academic results from an Australian or world top-ranked university or through a strong GMAT / GRE test score
English language requirements
If English isn’t your first language, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
Please note: You can apply for an English waiver based on directly relevant work experience, in the relevant industry or equivalent discipline practice, in an English-speaking country or workplace where the sole language of business was English.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
What will I study?
Program structure
*The first session will commence in May.
What do you learn in an MBA? Absolutely everything you need to lead an organisation with confidence. The full-time, accelerated one-year AGSM MBA at UNSW covers business strategy, finance, marketing, operations and leadership skills. You’ll learn how to analyse data, make strategic decisions and manage teams effectively – and put these skills into practice through real-world case studies, projects and internships.
Full program structure
The UNSW MBA is designed to be completed full-time over an intensive 12-month period. The program consists of 72 units of credit (UOC) when taken as a standalone program. Students must complete:
6 core courses – 36 UOC
- Foundations of Responsible Management
- Accounting and Financial Management
- Corporate Finance
- Marketing Management
- Managing People and Organisations
- Strategy
6 prescribed electives – 36 UOC
Elective offerings may change each year. Please see this list of indicative electives enabling you to tailor your MBA experience. AGSM will confirm electives that are available ahead of each term. Examples of electives include Social Impact, Corporate Responsibility and Accountability, Creating Shared Value and Project Management.
For more information on the different streams, please visit the Handbook.
Future careers
An MBA from UNSW signals that you’re ready to take on senior managerial or executive roles. It equips you with the strategic thinking, commercial acumen and leadership capability to take on complex business challenges across the private, government and not-for-profit sectors.
There is strong demand for experienced leaders in Australia, with particularly strong growth in areas such as technology, consulting and brand management. For example, Management Consultant roles are projected to grow by 32.2% over the next five years, while demand for Chief Technology Officers is expected to increase by 17.7% and Brand Managers by 11.4% (Seek, 2026).
Potential careers
| Career pathway | Roles |
|---|---|
| Entrepreneurship | Entrepreneur / founder, head of innovation, product manager |
| Leadership & general management | Chief executive officer (CEO), chief operating officer (COO), general manager, managing director |
| Marketing & analytics | Brand manager, business analyst, marketing manager, chief marketing officer (CMO) |
| Operations & transformation | Operations manager, project manager, supply chain manager, transformation lead |
| Partnerships & commercial | Business development director, commercial manager, strategic partnerships director |
| Strategy & consulting | Corporate strategy consultant, management consultant, strategy manager |
How to apply
*The first session will commence in May.
Before applying for admission, candidates must satisfy the entry requirements. Information on how to apply including application dates and checklist can be found on the AGSM How to Apply page.
The AGSM Full-Time MBA program takes approximately 60 students, which means competition is fierce. To be successful, candidates must demonstrate excellence across their entire application. If you would like to undertake a pre-assessment of your eligibility to apply for the AGSM MBA program, please email your CV to admissions@agsm.edu.au and a team member will be in touch.
Ready to start your application?
Before applying for admission, candidates must satisfy the entry requirements. Information on how to apply including application dates and checklist can be found on the AGSM How to Apply page.
The AGSM Full-Time MBA program takes approximately 60 students, which means competition is fierce. To be successful, candidates must demonstrate excellence across their entire application. If you would like to undertake a pre-assessment of your eligibility to apply for the AGSM MBA program, please email your CV to admissions@agsm.edu.au and a team member will be in touch.
International applicants are encouraged to apply by round 4 to ensure they can arrange a student visa.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the degree/program. The indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Tuition fees are charged on a term basis irrespective of when studies are commenced. Details on the applicable program fees are available on the AGSM Program Fees page.
Tuition fees are charged on a term basis irrespective of when studies are commenced. Information on fees can be found on the AGSM Program fees page.
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average using historical student enrolment patterns for each program, which may change every year. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year you enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative first year fees are for tuition only. Indicative fees to complete the degree/program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year and have been calculated based on percentage increase for every year of the degree/program, noting that actual fee increase may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Other fees and charges are not included. To find out more about other costs for international students, visit UNSW International.
Tuition fees are charged on a term basis irrespective of when studies are commenced. For detailed program-specific fees, please refer to the AGSM Program Fees page.
Scholarships
AGSM Full-Time MBA Scholarships provide support for exceptional students from diverse backgrounds to gain a world-class MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at UNSW Business School, in Sydney Australia.
Featured scholarships
AGSM Global Reach Scholarship
The AGSM Global Reach Scholarship gives exceptional students from diverse international backgrounds access to AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program located in Sydney.
AGSM National Reach Scholarship
The AGSM National Reach Scholarship gives high-achieving students from other Australian states and territories access to AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program located in Sydney.
AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship
The AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship will enable outstanding female leaders to complete a world-class Full-Time MBA.
AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship
The AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship is open to all Indigenous Australians (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), designed to provide support to a student who has received an offer of admission.
AGSM Excellence Scholarship
The AGSM Excellence Scholarship will give MBA candidates who have a proven track record of academic and professional excellence an opportunity to participate in AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program.
AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship
The AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship will give outstanding leaders access to a world-class Full-Time MBA.
- LGBTI Leadership Award
- Sport Leadership Award
- Military Leadership Award
- Entrepreneurial Leadership Award
- Community Leadership Award
Featured scholarships
AGSM Global Reach Scholarship
The AGSM Global Reach Scholarship gives exceptional students from diverse international backgrounds access to AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program located in Sydney.
AGSM National Reach Scholarship
The AGSM National Reach Scholarship gives high-achieving students from other Australian states and territories access to AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program located in Sydney.
AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship
The AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship will enable outstanding female leaders to complete a world-class Full-Time MBA.
AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship
The AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship is open to all Indigenous Australians (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), designed to provide support to a student who has received an offer of admission.
AGSM Excellence Scholarship
The AGSM Excellence Scholarship will give MBA candidates who have a proven track record of academic and professional excellence an opportunity to participate in AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program.
AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship
The AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship will give outstanding leaders access to a world-class Full-Time MBA.
- LGBTI Leadership Award
- Sport Leadership Award
- Military Leadership Award
- Entrepreneurial Leadership Award
- Community Leadership Award
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Full-Time MBA in Australia
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#1
Online MBA in Australia and #4 globally
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I expanded my business knowledge, built my skills, and made meaningful connections with my cohort.
