Master of Business

Specialisation in Management or Hospitality Management

Master of Business

CRICOS Course Code: 116340E

Our Master of Business (MBus) course is meticulously designed to equip you with a wealth of innovative thinking skills, industry expertise, and theoretical foundations. With a specialisation in Management and Hospitality Management, we offer hands-on experience that sets you apart in the competitive business world. More than just a qualification, it's an opportunity to make a positive impact on the global business landscape while progressing your own career.

The Master of Business degree is a full-time program spanning four semesters and encompasses nested programs at the Graduate Certificate (one-semester full time) and Graduate Diploma (two semesters full time) levels.

Make your mark with our Master of Business – where ambition meets success.

  • Duration:
    Part-time enrolment is available for domestic students and must be completed within 4 years

  • Tuition Fee^:
    International Students
    $9,750 per semester
    $19,500 per year
    Domestic Students
    $6,200 per semester
    $12,400 per year
    Domestic students maybe eligible for FEE-HELP

  • Study Mode:
    Face-to-face and
    Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)

  • Intake Dates:
    25 November 2024
    10 March 2025
    18 August 2025

  • Location:
    Perth or Adelaide

  • CRICOS Course Code:
    116340E

^Tuition fees and other charges are set each year and will apply at the time that a Letter of Offer is issued, and are subject to annual review.

Management

Gain ethical decision-making skills for your company and workforce with our major in Management. Acquire hands-on experience in leadership, organisational behaviour, and sustainable practices, elevating your career with a focus on responsible management.

Our Master of Business accommodates those students wishing to undertake pathways from Higher Education level degrees and meet the requirements of an AQF level nine qualification upon completion.

Course Entry Requirements

Entry is available to applicants who meet the following conditions:
  • A recognised Australian (AQF Level 7) or equivalent Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • A minimum of five years of relevant work experience, which includes at least three years of management experience, or significant technical experience; OR
  • An Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or learning equivalent to an AQF Level 6 qualification and at least three years relevant work experience; OR
  • Completion of the Graduate Certificate stage at the Institute (or equivalent at a recognised HEP or University)
Satisfactory English language proficiency demonstrated by either:
  • An English pass level in an Australian Senior Certificate of Education (Year 12) or equivalent; OR
  • An Australian diploma of higher qualification: OR
  • Attainment of a specified level of achievement in a recognised English language test, such as IELTS (or equivalent) at a score of at least 6.5 (with no individual band score less than 6.0); OR
  • TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 75. Section score no less than 17 TOEFL Paper-based 550 or better overall with minimum TWE of 4.5 ; OR
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 54 (no section score less than 46); OR
  • University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Total score of 169; OR
  • Duolingo: overall 115 with no band less than 110.
  • Evidence of satisfactory completion of an accredited tertiary award in English.

English Language Test results are valid for two years from the date of the results up to the date of commencement at the Institute. The most recent test supersedes ALL previous tests.

Stanley College takes into account educational disadvantage when assessing admissions. The alternative entry option is for applicants who are unable to meet the admission requirements detailed above. It also allows candidates from underrepresented groups or those who have experienced educational disadvantage to seek entry into Stanley College higher education courses.

Admission by the Alternate Admissions requires applicants to sit for the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) and achieve the following scores:

  • A minimum score of 135 for the STAT Multiple-Choice component and a minimum score of 140 for the STAT Written English component.
  • Ensure that their STAT results are available to Stanley College at least 3 weeks prior to the commencement of the academic semester in the desired intake period.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students are encouraged to apply for entry to any undergraduate-level course through general admissions or, if appropriate, by Alternate Entry.

Applicants with insufficient preparation to commence the Master of Business course at Stanley College will be provided with information on other institutions that offer bridging courses or foundation studies. They will be encouraged to re-apply upon successful completion of a qualification that satisfies the College’s entry requirements.

Applicants will be able to apply for Credit for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) on a case-by-case basis to determine their suitability and readiness for articulation into the Stanley College Master of Business. Students that have a Bachelor of Business/Commerce will be eligible to apply for up to four units (one semester) of credit.

Applicants who wish to apply for credit must do so at the time of application for admission at Stanley College. The applicant must first indicate his/her wish to apply for credit on the Application for Enrolment Form. The Admissions Officer will forward the Course Credit – Higher Education Form to the applicant. The applicant will be required to provide certified evidence demonstrating successful completion of subjects (‘pass’ grade or higher) or complete courses of formal study, provided they meet the equivalency conditions stated in the Credit and RPL Policy (refer to Section 4 of this Policy).

Career Opportunities
  • Accountant ( General )
  • Small Business Owner / Entrepreneur
  • Project Manager
  • Operations and Hospitality Manager
  • Retail Manager Executive Manager
  • Office Manager
  • Supervisory Manager/Manager in Training
  • Business and Marketing Analyst
  • Operational Researcher
  • Sales Executive
  • Department Manager
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Manager Consultant
Facilities and Student Support

Stanley College has plenty of services for students to help them with both their academic and personal needs - from Orientation sessions before the semester starts up through industry and social activities:

  • Academic Skills Support Sessions
  • English Support
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Accommodation Referral Services
  • Access to Computers and Free Wi-Fi On Campus
  • A Range of Social Activities
  • Employment Liaison Services
  • Personal Support and Counselling Services
  • Student Representation
Internship Opportunities

Our Master of Business degree is designed with the practical approach of education in mind. To that end, it aims to enhance your employability skills. A key component of the degree is internships. You will get an opportunity to work within a business or other type of organization to gain hands-on experience while giving you an insight into your future.

Course Structure

Course Duration 2 years full time or,
1.5 years if the applicant has a prior Business Degree
Graduate Certificate of Business - one semester, full-time study
Graduate Diploma of Business - one year, full-time study
Credit Points To graduate with a Master of Business, students must complete a total of 160 credit points.
Graduate Certificate of Business - 40 credit points
Graduate Diploma of Business - 80 credit points
Mode of Delivery Face-to-face and online
Location Perth or Adelaide
Units Units will be delivered over 2 semesters per year, with 4 units in each semester for a full- time load.
Specialisation Management , Hospitality Management

Flexible entry/exit via nested qualifications

The Graduate Certificate of Business and the Graduate Diploma of Business is an entry and exit qualification for the Master of Business. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Certificate of Business after completing 4 units, or a Graduate Diploma of Business after completing 8 units.

For those who do not qualify for direct entry into the master’s program, you may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. Upon successful completion, you may be able eligible to articulate into the Master of Business.

  • Graduate Certificate

    4 Units
    Or continue studying

  • Graduate Diploma

    + 4 Units
    (8 units total)

  • Master Degree

    + 8 Units
    (16 units total)

Course Learning Outcomes

Students who complete Stanley College Master of Business will be able to:

Graduates will have an advanced and integrated understanding of a body of knowledge in business, as well as in a specialised business area They will be able to synthesis a broad base of critical knowledge with specialised discipline knowledge and apply this in contemporary business contexts, drawing from this to explore advanced concepts through conducting independent research, and in doing so create solutions to business problems.

Demonstrate effective written and spoken communication of business concepts to a variety of professional and non-professional stakeholders and audiences. Collaborate effectively with a range of professional and non-professional partners and stakeholders.

Demonstrate self-management through their ability to critically self-assess and reflect on feedback, to support their own professional and personal development

Demonstrate integrity and accountability by responding critically and ethically, and with intellectual independence to issues and dilemmas in a business leadership and management context.

Critically examine, analyse, consolidate, and synthesise technical and theoretical knowledge about business and management to recommend solutions to complex business problems.

Graduates will apply advanced theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to solve emerging and/or business problems. They will demonstrate autonomy, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner or learner.

Rules of Progression

The following course rules apply:
  • The Master of Business will be awarded upon successfully completing all 16 units of study (160 credit points).
  • Students must successfully complete pre-requisites where indicated in the unit outlines.
  • Students must successfully complete at least 6 units of study in Year 1 before progressing to Year 2 units.

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