International Postgraduate
UQ Guide 2014
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Contact details:
International Student Advisor 1800 671 980 (free call within Australia) or +61 3 8676 7004
Business
Administration
The MBA is a world-class program covering the key areas of contemporary management practice. As a graduate you will
possess a comprehensive working knowledge of management operations, have an integrated view of contemporary Australian
and international business issues, and demonstrate the communication and leadership skills essential to the management role.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5430
060533G
Equivalent
to three
semesters full-
time (one year
intensive) (#24)
1 (3 March
2014)
St Lucia
Internal $20,480
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration – or approved degree in a relevant feld – with a grade
point average of at least 4.5 on a 7-point scale, plus three years relevant work experience including at
least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the Executive Dean; or satisfactory
progress in the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, plus three years relevant work experience
including at least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the Executive Dean. You
must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550:
see:
for details. You must also provide supporting documentation in
your application, including offcial transcripts of previous studies; a curriculum vitae showing evidence
of work experience, including details of management experience; two written references, one of which
must be work-related; and evidence of compliance with the English language component.
Closing Date:
30 November 2013
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5319 Graduate Certifcate
5079 Graduate Diploma
Business
Economics
Designed for current and aspiring middle and upper managers, these programs provide a strong foundation in economic
principles to meet the needs of decision-makers and advisors in business and related areas. No prior knowledge or training in
economics is required. You will develop a critical ability to apply economics to practical scenarios. Diverse courses span both
traditional and emerging economic felds. The program produces professionals with the multidisciplinary background required
for economics and business, lateral thinkers who are analytically strong and adaptable. The Advanced program includes the
research option of an economic project and thesis.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5245
046493E
Three
semesters
1 (3 March
2014), 2 (28 July
2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6
in each sub-band:
see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in any feld with a grade point average of at least 4.5 on
a 7-point scale; or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a grade point
average of at least 4.5 on a 7-point scale.
Further study options
Master (Advanced) of
Business Economics
Closing Date:
See page 84
Coursework Masters
(Advanced)
5376
056198G
Four semesters 1 (3 March
2014), 2 (28 July
2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in any feld with a grade point average of at least 4.75
on a 7-point scale; or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a grade
point average of at least 4.75 on a 7-point scale; or Master of Business
Economics with a grade point average of at least 4.75 on a 7-point scale.
Further study options
PhD (if economic project
and thesis undertaken)
Closing Date:
See page 84
Commerce
This innovative program is designed for people in middle to senior management who are looking for further knowledge in their
chosen careers. If you are a graduate in another feld you will have the opportunity to change career directions through quality
courses. You must major in one of four felds of expertise. You may also complete two felds of interest or additional advanced
electives in the Master of Commerce (Advanced) program. This may include a research component, which provides a pathway
to higher research or doctorate levels.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
Fields of study:
Applied fnance • Electronic
commerce • Information systems
• Professional accounting
5165
002020B
Three
semesters
1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in any feld with a grade point average of at least 4.5 on
a 7-point scale; or Graduate Diploma in Commerce with a grade point
average of at least 4.5 on a 7-point scale.
Further study options
Master of Commerce
(Advanced)
Closing Date:
See page 84
Coursework Masters
(Advanced)
Fields of study:
As above
5324
022720G
Four
semesters
1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in any feld with a grade point average of at least 4.75
on a 7-point scale; or Graduate Diploma in Commerce with a grade point
average of at least 4.75 on a 7-point scale.
Further study options
PhD (if research component
undertaken)
Closing Date:
See page 84
Special note:
If you have previously studied business or commerce, you must choose felds you have not already undertaken.
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5326 Graduate Certifcate
5325 Graduate Diploma