University of Wollongong
Graduate School of Business
 Choosing the right business school can give a crucial competitive advantage. By making the right decision, students can put their career onto the fast track, gaining the skills and capabilities necessary to succeed in today's diverse business environments. The University of Wollongong's Graduate School of Business offers a range of postgraduate programmes designed in consultation with global industry leaders. Our programmes, offered in Sydney, Wollongong and Dubai, are designed with maximum flexibility because we understand that our students may be working full or part time.
As a founding partner of the Australian National Business School (ANBS), which is made up of six of the leading business schools in Australia, we are able to offer students greater flexibility if they need to relocate and continue their study programme with one of our partner institutions. We also provide opportunities for students to attend management schools in Asia and Europe.
Research strengths
The Graduate School of Business' faculty members are active across a wide range of business and management research areas. The School has three key research centres: the Centre for Health Services Development, the Centre for Supply Chain Management Research and the Centre for Governance and Ethics in Business.
MBA programmes
General MBA
Our programme is designed for those who are qualified in a specialised field, and who wish to develop their business acumen and business skills. MBA students develop a portfolio of key management competencies that range from strategic analysis and decision-making skills through to an appreciation of global business challenges, complemented by human-resources, financial, marketing and system-analysis skills. The programme comprises of twelve subjects: nine compulsory units and three electives, which will allow students to focus on their individual development needs as they seek to advance their future careers.
Advanced MBA
In this programme, students take an additional four subjects in a chosen area of specialisation under the guidance of their programme co-ordinator, who should be contacted, in the final semester of their general MBA programme, by those students wanting to enrol. Specialisation options vary, depending upon the campus on which the general MBA is being studied.
Modes of study
A number of our MBA subjects are offered in an intensive mode, including our international two-week summer programme, ensuring minimum disruption to students' work commitments.
Executive education
The School offers a range of open-entry executive short courses and also offers 'tailored' in-company programmes.
MBA graduate outcomes
The Australian Good Universities Guide has given Wollongong the maximum five-star ranking in the categories of 'Getting a Job', 'Graduate Starting Salaries', 'Positive Graduate Outcomes', 'Graduate Rating' and 'Staff Qualifications'. In 2006, the University was awarded the Times
Higher Education Supplement's inaugural Commonwealth University of the Year award and for the first time was ranked in the Times Higher Education Supplement's top 200 World University Rankings.
MBA programmes on offer
Entry requirements
- Advanced MBA: Completion of the general MBA with an average mark of at least 60%.
- General MBA: A recognised bachelor's degree with an average mark of at least 60%; a minimum of two years' full-time relevant professional, supervisory or management experience; international applicants must meet the English-language requirements set out at www.uow.edu/discover/international.
Length of programme
- Advanced MBA: 24 months (full time); 48 months (part time).
- General MBA: 18 months (full time); 36 months (part time).
Modes of study
Full time or part time.
Language of instruction
English.
Programme location
Wollongong and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Fees
Fees for international students:
- Advanced MBA: A$40,480.
- General MBA: A$30,360.
Starting dates
- Sydney: January, April, July and September.
- Wollongong: February and July.
Scholarships/funding available
Please visit: www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/scholarships/index.html.
Application procedure
Application forms are online on our website or telephone +61 (0)2 4221 3218.
Application deadlines
Students are encouraged to apply at least one month prior to the commencement of each session.
Contact
Graduate School of Business
Building 38, Level 1
University of Wollongong
Northfields Avenue
Wollongong NSW 2522, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)2 4221 3751
Fax: +61 (0)2 4221 4709
E-mail: gsb@uow.edu.au
www.uow.edu.au/gsb
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