Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) 18 months MBA Program By University of South Australia |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

18 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

37,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

On Campus

The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been developed for experienced managers and enterprising leaders. It has a strong practical focus on senior management decision-making and embeds the latest in management and leadership research.
As part of your studies, you will gain real-world insights through access to academic and industry experts, benefit from a curriculum informed by world-class research and further your professional practice to maximise your career progression. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse cohort of highly experienced peers from a wide range of industry backgrounds in an engaging learning environment.
Deepen your expertise in fields such as strategy, marketing, finance, leadership, international business, ethics, governance and sustainability, and gain invaluable learnings you can apply in real time to transform your career.
You will also have the opportunity to study the Company Directors Course embedded within your MBA through a unique partnership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors – UniSA is the only university with a partnership of this kind in Australia.
Our fully-flexible MBA allows you to tailor your studies to suit your individual needs with the option to study face-to-face (including intensives and evening classes), online or in mixed mode, as well as full-time or part-time.   
As a guide, full-time MBA students generally undertake two courses per study period and part-time students undertake one course per study period. Studying the MBA full-time will normally take 18 months, but there are opportunities to fast-track your study. Part-time students taking one course per study period will typically complete the MBA in three years.  
Human Resource Management specialisation The MBA Human Resource Management specialisation is relevant, practical and applicable to today’s environment. You will develop skills in problem solving, leadership, and performance management.
The curriculum is informed by international research and UniSA’s wealth of industry connections, both locally and internationally.
In your studies you will develop the expertise and skills to practice as an HRM specialist and leader, gaining advanced knowledge across a range of areas including:
  • Workplace learning and development
  • Managing the global workforce
  • Strategic management of human resources
  • Recruitment and selection
  • Employment law
  • Workplace health and safety management
  • Employee performance and rewards.

Program overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

On Campus

The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been developed for experienced managers and enterprising leaders. It has a strong practical focus on senior management decision-making and embeds the latest in management and leadership research.
As part of your studies, you will gain real-world insights through access to academic and industry experts, benefit from a curriculum informed by world-class research and further your professional practice to maximise your career progression. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse cohort of highly experienced peers from a wide range of industry backgrounds in an engaging learning environment.
Deepen your expertise in fields such as strategy, marketing, finance, leadership, international business, ethics, governance and sustainability, and gain invaluable learnings you can apply in real time to transform your career.
You will also have the opportunity to study the Company Directors Course embedded within your MBA through a unique partnership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors – UniSA is the only university with a partnership of this kind in Australia.
Our fully-flexible MBA allows you to tailor your studies to suit your individual needs with the option to study face-to-face (including intensives and evening classes), online or in mixed mode, as well as full-time or part-time.   
As a guide, full-time MBA students generally undertake two courses per study period and part-time students undertake one course per study period. Studying the MBA full-time will normally take 18 months, but there are opportunities to fast-track your study. Part-time students taking one course per study period will typically complete the MBA in three years.  
Human Resource Management specialisation The MBA Human Resource Management specialisation is relevant, practical and applicable to today’s environment. You will develop skills in problem solving, leadership, and performance management.
The curriculum is informed by international research and UniSA’s wealth of industry connections, both locally and internationally.
In your studies you will develop the expertise and skills to practice as an HRM specialist and leader, gaining advanced knowledge across a range of areas including:
  • Workplace learning and development
  • Managing the global workforce
  • Strategic management of human resources
  • Recruitment and selection
  • Employment law
  • Workplace health and safety management
  • Employee performance and rewards.

Admission requirements

4+
177+
6.5+
79+
58+

Applicants are required to have one of the following:


A completed bachelor degree* from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or A completed graduate diploma* from a recognised higher education institution; or A completed graduate certificate* from a recognised higher education institution. * Normally applicants who have completed a degree with a grade point average of 4 or better will be eligible for entry.  
Applicants who have:
completed a bachelor degree in a business discipline; or completed a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or completed a graduate certificate in a business discipline,
are eligible to enter the program with 0. 5 EFTSL (18 units) Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1. 5 years of full time study or equivalent part time study.
1.5 Years
Jan
Mar
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

37,100 AUD
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International Students

37,800 AUD
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At the University of South Australia we are focused on life beyond the classroom and helping you get career ready – that’s why we are number one in South Australia for full-time graduate employment*. We have strong links with industry and take a practical approach to teaching and learning, so that you can make a real impact in your chosen profession.

We have more than 200 degrees on offer, taught by highly experienced academics and industry professionals in world-class facilities. Explore our seven academic areas: 


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  • Top 150 – Architecture & Built Environment 


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The University of South Australia is Australia's University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Taught by award-winning teachers, industry professionals and renowned researchers in world-class facilities, a postgraduate qualification with the University of South Australia will help you be the best in your field.

From masters by research programs to PhD studies, the University of South Australia offers a range of postgraduate qualifications. Explore our seven academic areas: 


A number of our discipline areas are highly ranked in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, including:

  • Top 100 – Nursing
  • Top 100 – Sports-related Subjects
  • Top 150 – Hospitality & Leisure Management
  • Top 150 – Architecture & Built Environment


Research Excellence:

Research at the University of South Australia is inspired by challenges and opportunities, partnered with end-users and communities, and underpinned by excellence. Our strong commitment to cutting-edge research and engagement with industry has been well recognised, with 100% of our assessed research rated at or above world-class*.

The University is home to a number of flagship research institutes and centres, including: 


*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research.

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