
Applications to the AGSM Full-Time MBA program for commencement in May 2024 will open on 29 May 2023.
Before applying, interested candidates should satisfy the entry requirements, please note that meeting these requirements does not guarantee an offer. 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.
International applicants are encouraged to apply by round 4 to ensure they can arrange a student visa. *International applicants applying after this date should get in touch with the admissions team.
If you would like to undertake a pre-assessment of your eligibility to apply for the AGSM MBA Full-Time program, please email your CV to admissions@agsm.edu.au and a team member will be in touch.
Rounds | May 2024 intake Application Deadline |
Offer sent out
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Offer acceptance deadline |
1 | 1 August | 30 August | 30 September |
2 | 1 September | 30 September | 30 October |
3 | 1 October | 30 October | 30 November |
4* | 1 November | 30 November | 30 December |
5 | 1 December | 30 December | 30 January 2024 |
6 | 1 February 2024 | 28 February 2024 | 30 March 2024 |
7 (Domestic Only) |
1 March 2024 | 15 March 2024 | 15 April 2024 |
Late applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the AGSM Recruitment & Admissions Team on admissions@agsm.edu.au or call (02) 9931 9490 for further information.
As part of the application process please submit a current Curriculum Vitae/ Resume which provides us with information on the following:
Assessment criteria
It is important to note that when preparing your CV/Resume, that the information you provide will be assessed based on the following competencies:
Copies of recognised undergraduate degree, showing all grades and proof of completion/degree awarded. Your degree must be equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. Transcripts and a conferred degree in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Fails in prior university study are considered carefully by the Selection Committee. Reasons for failure should be attached for the Selection Committee to review. Exceptional career attainments acceptable to the School, may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Please note: Any applicant who holds a degree from India should submit the semester breakdown mark sheets. A comprehensive transcript is not accepted if you wish to transfer to another program within UNSW in the future.
Candidates are required to demonstrate academic excellence. This can be achieved through either previous tertiary academic qualifications or strong GMAT / GRE test score. GMAT and GRE scores are valid for five years.
Please visit the entry requirements page for further information regarding GMAT and GRE requirements.
You need to arrange two referees to complete the AGSM referee report forms to support your application. Both referees should be people who know you well and be able to comment on your skills and abilities in a professional setting. Relatives or personal friends are not permitted to act as referees.
If you are applying based on work experience, please ensure your referee reports clearly cover at least 5 out of the last 7 years (sometimes multiple referee reports are necessary to cover 5 years).
All applicants should forward the referee report form to the two referees and upload the signed reports to their application. AGSM reserves the right to contact referees.
For your reference, referees need to provide commentary on your intellectual capacity, ability to relate to others, written expression, oral expression, leadership in a team environment, self-confidence, motivation to succeed, adaptability to change, commitment to learning, natural curiosity, maturity and overall management potential. Referees will also need to answer the following questions:
All applicants must meet the University's English requirements regardless of nationality or residency.
Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information.
Please note: An English waiver based on work experience and residency only applies to the following countries:
American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada, Fiji, Gibraltar, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, The Gambia, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland), United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
All applicants must provide proof of identity with their applications. Proof of identity is defined as photo identification showing your legally recognised full name, date of birth and photo. Appropriate documentation is one of the following:
Once your online application is completed and ONLY if you have been shortlisted you will need to complete a short video Interview. We will email the link once we have reviewed the application. It is highly recommended that students submit the application a few days prior to their intended deadline to complete this portion of the application if selected.
You will have a limited time to complete this so if you haven’t received the video link after 3 days of submitting a complete application, please reach out to us at admissions@agsm.edu.au. It is highly recommended that students submit the application a few days prior to their intended deadline in order to complete this portion of the application. The questions are designed to help the Admissions Committee learn more about you and your fit within our program.
After reviewing applications for the AGSM MBA program, the selection committee may request that an applicant participates in an interview to obtain further information to assist in the selection process.
The interview will be conducted by a member of the selection committee which is approximately 30 minutes in length. Generally, interviews are conducted by video conference, but where possible a face-to-face interview may be arranged.
Applicants should note that the interview is a formal assessable component of the application process.
All international applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete applications well before the 4th round deadlines to avoid any possible delays pertaining to a visa application, and to allow for relocation arrangements to be made in the case of an offer being made.
It is essential that international applicants apply for a student visa as soon as the decision to accept the place on the AGSM MBA program is made, as visa applications processing time may take up to three months or longer to be resolved.
The application process for a student visa can be complex and unexpected delays can occur. It is the student’s responsibility to allow enough time to organise their visa.
The student visa regulations may require you to have sat an IELTS test prior to lodging your application for a student visa. You should refer to the Department of Home Affairs or your local Australian Consulate for more information. UNSW International is also a useful resource.
*A list of these countries is available at the Department of Home Affairs.
You can apply online through the UNSW portal using the program code 8351. The starting term for May 2024 intake is Term 1, 2024. Please disregard the term commencement date.
Required supporting documentation can be submitted together with your online application or uploaded to your application later, once you have been given a UNSW student ID number.
There is a non-refundable online application fee of AUD125 for International applicants.
The AGSM MBA Admissions Selection Committee will review your application. Short-listed applicants will be contacted to arrange an admissions interview. This can be conducted via video conference. We will advise you of the outcome by email.
Please see the AGSM MBA Admissions Policy for more details on the application process.
Before applying for admission, candidates must satisfy the entry requirements.
Please note that meeting the entry requirements does not guarantee an offer will be made. To be successful, candidates need to meet the entry requirements and be able to demonstrate excellence across the entire application process.
If you would like to undertake a pre-assessment of your eligibility to apply for the AGSM MBA (Executive), MBAX, LLM / MBA (Law) or Graduate Certificate programs, please email your CV to admissions@agsm.edu.au and a team member will be in touch.
Applications are accepted on a session by session basis. The Admissions Selection Committee will make the final decision based on a complete application within four weeks of submission. Program and application timeframes for 2023 are listed below.
Important dates for AGSM Term 2, 2023
Important dates for AGSM Term 3, 2023
Important dates for AGSM Term 1, 2024
As part of the application process please submit a current Curriculum Vitae (CV)/ Resume which provides us with information on the following:
Assessment criteria
It is important to note that when preparing your CV/Resume, that the information you provide will be assessed based on the following competencies:
Copies of recognised undergraduate degree, showing all grades and proof of completion/degree awarded. Your degree must be equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. Transcripts and a conferred degree in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Fails in prior university study are considered carefully by the Selection Committee.
Reasons for failure should be attached for the Selection Committee to review. Exceptional career attainments acceptable to the School, may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Please note: Any applicant who holds a degree from India should submit the semester breakdown mark sheets. A comprehensive transcript is not accepted if you wish to transfer to another program within UNSW in the future.
You need to arrange two referees to complete the AGSM referee report form to support your application. Both referees should be people who know you well and be able to comment on your skills and abilities in a professional setting. Relatives or personal friends are not permitted to act as referees.
If you are applying based on work experience, please ensure your referee reports clearly cover at least 5 out of the last 7 years (sometimes multiple referee reports are necessary to cover 5 years). AGSM reserves the right to contact referees.
All applicants should forward the referee report form to the two referees and upload the signed reports to their application.
For your reference, referees need to provide commentary on your intellectual capacity, ability to relate to others, written expression, oral expression, leadership in a team environment, self-confidence, motivation to succeed, adaptability to change, commitment to learning, natural curiosity, maturity and overall management potential. Referees will also need to answer the following questions:
Four personal statement essays are required as part of your application. The essay questions are designed to help the Admissions Committee learn more about you. Each essay should meet the word length requirement.
Essay topics:
Previous study can lead to Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). When a student demonstrates their knowledge in a specific course, AGSM Programs may award transfer credit for that subject.
Please refer to the AGSM Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) Procedure for further details. Students wishing to apply for RPL must submit a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Application and provide all required documentation as listed on the application form.
All applicants must meet the University's English requirements regardless of nationality or residency. Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information.
Please note: An English waiver based on work experience and residency only applies to the following countries: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada, Fiji, Gibraltar, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, The Gambia, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland), United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
All applicants must provide proof of identity with their applications. Proof of identity is defined as photo identification showing your legally recognised full name, date of birth and photo. Appropriate documentation is one of the following:
The application process may differ slightly for each applicant, however, please follow the steps below:
1. Apply online
Complete and submit the online application via UNSW Online Application. Please refer to Application Dates above for the starting term.
2. Provide supporting documentation
Supporting documentation can be submitted together with your online application or uploaded to your application later, once you have been given a UNSW student ID number.
3. Selection process
Your completed application once received, is sent to the AGSM MBA Admissions Selection Committee for review.
4. Follow up if required
An applicant may be contacted to organise an admissions interview (ideally, this will be in person, but may be over the phone).
5. Outcome
An applicant is advised of the outcome of their application by email.
6. Response
In the case of a successful application and course placement offer, the applicant needs to notify his/her decision regarding acceptance of the offer or otherwise by the specified deadline.
Please note there is a non-refundable online application fee of $125 for International applicants.
AGSM offers non-award/cross-institutional study across all our programs.