UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY · AUSTRALIA
Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise)
Master's · Taught in en · UCAS MABUSALE1000
At a glance
18 mo
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- 18 monthsProgram Duration
- Optional paid internshipsInternship Opportunities
- Dedicated career servicesCareer Support
- Asia-Pacific networkProfessional Network
- Small class sizes (<= 50)Class Size
- Focus on digital leadership & analyticsKey Skills
The Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise) is designed for professionals with at least three years of experience who aim to advance their careers. This intensive, full-time, 18-month program is delivered in nine-week blocks, with a maximum of two units studied concurrently and class sizes capped at 50 students. It focuses on developing critical skills in digital leadership, data analytics, creative problem-solving, and complex systems thinking. This MBA is particularly suited for individuals seeking a career change who can commit to full-time study.
Curriculum
The program comprises 12 units of study, totaling 72 credit points, grouped into three main focus areas followed by a capstone unit. Units are studied sequentially in nine-week periods.
- Units 1-4: Personal and Interpersonal Skills Development
- Focus on developing personal and interpersonal skills needed to manage and lead effectively.
- Build individual resilience in a world of growing complexity, disruption and ambiguity.
- Units 5-8: Business Knowledge and Skills Development
- Focus on core business knowledge and skills, with an overarching theme of building business resilience and sustainability.
- Opportunity to combine assessments from these four units to form a business project that will examine the sustainability of an existing business.
- Units 9-11: Building Future Enterprises
- Integrate knowledge and skills to equip students to build and lead future enterprises.
- Unit 12: Capstone
- MBA Capstone (Design Strategy) – develop customer-centric products and services aligned with an existing organisation's strategy.
- Integrate skills, knowledge and experience to bring a real prototype to market.
Careers
Graduates are highly sought after by multinational employers. The program equips students with skills for personal and professional growth, including leadership, resilience, business sustainability, and customer-centric product development. Potential career paths are diverse, spanning management, analysis, consulting, and development roles.
- Product manager
- Investment analyst
- Human resources manager
- Business analyst
- Project manager
- Managing partner
- Operations manager
- Sales director
- Business development manager
- Management consultant
- Technology consulting analyst
- Venture capital analyst
- Strategy analyst
- Financial analyst
- Performance marketing manager
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeMinimum GPA of 65% or equivalent.
Work ExperienceMinimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
Statement of MotivationRequired, outlining professional and personal goals for the MBA.
Selection InterviewRequired for all applicants.
A GMAT score of 600+ may be considered for applicants whose academic record does not fully meet the criteria. The university assesses applications holistically, looking for evidence of communication, interpersonal, leadership, teamwork skills, integrity, initiative, cross-cultural sensitivity, motivation, and commitment. Candidates with substantial managerial experience but no first degree will be assessed individually, and a GMAT may be required.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fee information for the year selected is currently not available.
Tuition (home)Tuition fee information for the year selected is currently not available.
LivingEstimated living costs are not specified.
Indicative tuition fees are for the first 48 credit points. Fees are subject to change annually and will be updated when available for the selected year.
How to apply
1. Prepare DocumentationGather your academic qualification details (completion year, grade average), employment history/professional details, and a statement of motivation (max 2 pages) covering professional/personal goals, academic achievements, community involvement, leadership qualities, and any awards. If applying for a scholarship, mention this in your statement. If academic results are pending, you can still apply and submit them later.
2. Submit ApplicationApply online via the 'Apply' button on the course page. Important information can also be found on the 'How to Apply' page.
3. InterviewShortlisted candidates will be notified within 4 weeks of the application round deadline and invited for an interview, subject to availability.
Scholarships
MBA Director's Scholarships$10,000 - $40,000 AUD