MBA

Why study MBA?

Responsible Leadership - La Trobe MBA 2013
With a focus on General Management and Personal and Professional Skills Development and adhering to Principles for Responsible Management Education, the new-look La Trobe MBA is aimed at the working professional seeking to accelerate their career—right in the heart of Melbourne’s Central Business District.

La Trobe MBA website

The La Trobe MBA has its own dedicated website with all the information about the program, costs, entry requirements and how to apply. Visit the La Trobe MBA website today. 

Meet the MBA

You are welcome to contact us to organise an appointment with a qualified staff member to discuss the MBA. Visit the La Trobe MBA website today to find out more about the MBA staff.

Information evenings and expos

You can meet our MBA staff at a range of fairs and expos around Melbourne and the world. To see upcoming opportunities visit the La Trobe MBA website today.

Courses

Local students

MBA courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Master of Business Administration Melbourne
Other
1.5 year full-time or 4 years part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Business Administration continued…

Course description
The La Trobe MBA is the first in Australia to have been awarded the prestigious EPAS Accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development. It is also ranked in the global top 100 MBA programs in the Beyond Grey Pinstripes ranking. The curriculum is designed to deliver modern and responsible business leaders who have the expertise to develop and sustain competitive advantages for their organisations. The program focuses on the UN-backed Principles for Responsible Management Education, general management skills and comprehensive personal and professional skills development.

The program is structured to suit the lifestyle of working professionals, with most classes taught during evenings, weekends or in block mode across weekends. An intensive summer semester allows every student to tailor the MBA to their needs.


The course builds on a long tradition of flexible delivery, with two intakes per year and different delivery modes allowing students to shape their studies to match their interests and goals.
Prerequisite
Australian Bachelor's degree or international equivalent, with a minimum C grade (60%) average in the final year and three years' relevant postgraduate managerial experience. Applicants with more than eight year's relevant managerial experience but without an undergraduate degree may be considered for professional entry.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $30 000 per 120 credit points (MBA indicative total tuition fee: $45 000)
Additional costs
Students must pay all costs related to international study tours, including travel, meals and accommodation. Costs vary depending on location (all accepted students are eligible to apply for travel grants).
How to apply
Visit our Apply Now page to initiate the application process. Please note that as part of the application you will be asked to submit a detailed CV and contact details for two professional referees.
Professional recognition
The La Trobe MBA holds current EPAS Accreditation, awarded by the European Foundation for Management Development.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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MBA international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Master of Business Administration (075421C) Melbourne
18 months Monday 25 February 2013 $30 000 (MBA indicative total tuition fee: $45 000)

Master of Business Administration continued…

Year
2013
Course description
The La Trobe MBA is the first in Australia to have been awarded the prestigious EPAS Accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development. It is also ranked in the global top 100 MBA programs in the Beyond Grey Pinstripes ranking. The curriculum is designed to deliver modern and responsible business leaders who have the expertise to develop and sustain competitive advantages for their organisations. The program focuses on the UN-backed Principles for Responsible Management Education, general management skills and comprehensive personal and professional skills development.

The program is structured to suit the lifestyle of working professionals, with most classes taught during evenings, weekends or in block mode across weekends. An intensive summer semester allows every student to tailor the MBA to their needs.


The course builds on a long tradition of flexible delivery, with two intakes per year and different delivery modes allowing students to shape their studies to match their interests and goals.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent, with a minimum C grade (60 per cent) average in the final year and three years of relevant postgraduate managerial experience. Applicants with more than eight years of relevant managerial experience but without an undergraduate degree may be considered for professional entry.
Special requirements
Students must submit two referee reports with their application. For instructions and further information, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/postgrad/apply/coursework-programs.
Additional costs
Students must pay all costs related to international study tours, including travel, meals and accommodation. Costs vary depending on location (all accepted students are eligible to apply for travel grants).
Additional information
This course may be offered at a campus in the Melbourne city centre subject to CRICOS approval. Please check the course status before making an application.
Also note this course commences prior to the official Semester 1 (March) start date, on Monday 25 February 2013.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Administration (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

360 COLLINS STREET

From 2013, La Trobe Business School will deliver the La Trobe MBA and a range of postgraduate programs from our new CBD Campus in 360 Collins Street, Melbourne. Occupying a level of 360 Collins, the Campus has been designed around the latest innovations in educational design and teaching and learning technology and features a new and fully customised fit-out. The new Campus will also be the centre for a new range of bespoke Executive Education programs. Visit the La Trobe MBA website for more information on this exciting new learning space.

Ranking and achievements 

Our reputation for cutting-edge teaching and research has greatly contributed to La Trobe University’s esteemed international status. The MBA program continuously ranks highly among students, alumni, and employers. To discover how the La Trobe MBA ranks globally visit the La Trobe MBA website today.

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