AGSM MBA program

The MBA Program is designed for those looking to take their career to the next level. It is ideal for those who would like a fast promotion in their chosen career, as well as those who would like to thrive as an entrepreneur or move into a different industry. Candidates should be intellectually very capable, experienced and highly ambitious.

There are two pathways into the AGSM MBA program:

• A good undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), minimum GMAT score of 550 and a minimum of 2 years professional or managerial work experience.
• At least 6 years professional work experience and a minimum GMAT score of 550.

In addition, students must be able to conduct vigorous classroom debate in English and international applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete applications well before the 1st or 2nd round deadlines to avoid any possible delays pertaining to a visa application.

The AGSM MBA Program takes between 65 and 90 students, so competition is fierce. To be successful, candidates must demonstrate excellence across the entire application.

Admission to the MBA Program will be determined over three rounds, currently scheduled for 1 June, 2 August and 1 October 2010.

The AGSM MBA program is generally completed in 16 months. The program has a two-stage structure: the core phase and the elective phase.

Stage 1 – 9 core courses completed over 2 sessions
Foundations of Management - An intensive 3-week core course which provides an overview of the role of a general manager and the skills you will need to be a successful manager. The course will develop your team skills, leadership capability, communication skills, and managerial effectiveness. There is a specific focus on business ethics and the role it plays in equipping managers for business success.

The remaining core courses are:

• Accounting
• Data Analysis and Decision Making Under Uncertainty
• Economics
• Finance
• Marketing Management
• Operations Management
• Organisational Behaviour
• Strategy

Stage 2 – 7 elective courses completed over a maximum of 2 sessions
The elective phase provides an opportunity for students to tailor their MBA experience. Courses may be chosen from the following areas:

• Accounting - e.g. Financial Statement Analysis
• Finance - e.g. Venture Capital Finance, Financial Strategy
• Marketing - e.g. Integrated Marketing Communications
• Organisational Behaviour - e.g. Leadership Concepts and Skills
• Statistics and Operations Management - e.g. Statistical Modelling and Forecasting for Business, Supply Chain Modelling
• General Management - e.g. Managerial Decision Making, International Business Strategy

During the elective phase, students may apply to go international exchange program at one of the AGSM MBA program’s partner schools in Europe, North America and Asia. These partner schools represent 28 of the world’s leading business schools including London Business School, Wharton, Stern (NYU) and ESADE. Internships, management projects and individual studies in management may also be undertaken during this phase.

• You’ll be studying in Sydney; financial capital of Australia and gateway to Asia, the world’s fastest growing economic region.
• You’ll study alongside the best and the brightest. The GMAT average in an AGSM class room is 655. Quite simply, our classrooms are filled with the highest calibre students.
• You’ll be taught by a globally renowned faculty that combines industry experience and active research agendas with impressive teaching abilities.
• You’ll be studying with a business school recognised by Forbes as the top business school in Australia and Asia and the 9th best non-US business school. (Forbes Magazine, 2009).
• You’ll make powerful connections with international recruiters and corporations.
• You can draw on the powerful global and business network of 11,000 alumni across 68 countries. One in five of our alumni are in VP positions or higher in their organisations.
• You have access to exchange programs with other leading business schools across the world.
• Benefit from courses offered at our Hong Kong campus and through other UNSW postgraduate programs.
• You’ll live in one of the best cities on earth – Sydney. The Kensington campus is five minutes from Coogee Beach and offers a lifestyle second to none.

For 2010 the fee per 6uoc course in the MBA program is $3,810. Approximate tuition fees for students commencing their MBA in 2010 will be $60,960. Fees for courses offered in 2011 will be available at the end of 2010.

The Australian School of Business

AGSM MBA and AGSM Executive Programs have more than thirty years’ history of leadership in Australia. AGSM programs are recognised internationally for their rigour, relevance and the unique student experience provided for students and course participants.

The Australian School of Business is continually rated amongst the leading business schools of Australia and is a centre of excellence for business education and research in the Asia Pacific region, delivers AGSM programs.

World-class

The AGSM MBA is ranked in the top 40 MBA programs in the world, and is consistently ranked as the number 1 program in Australia (Financial Times UK Global MBA rankings 2008-2009). The Australian School of Business’ renowned faculty includes international thought leaders and their AACSB accreditation assures the highest learning outcomes. The International Exchange Program with partner schools such as Wharton, ESADE and London Business School can complete your MBA experience. The AGSM MBA program truly is a world-class MBA program.

Exceptional return on investment

The AGSM MBA presents a compelling case when compared to the world’s other top MBA programs. Research among The Australian School of Business’ alumni shows that the enhanced career opportunities generated by our MBA programs deliver a financial payback in just over three years. What’s more, the ASB offers a collegiate, cultural and lifestyle experience that no other top tier school can match.

AACSB Accreditation

The Australian School of Business’ AGSM MBA Programs received AACSB International accreditation in 2002. AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, is the premier accrediting agency for bachelors, masters and doctoral degree programs in business administration and accounting.

Organised in 1916 and based in Tampa, Florida, USA, AACSB is a not-for-profit organisation comprised of more than 900 educational institutions, corporations and other organisations devoted to the improvement and promotion of higher education in business administration and management.

Partnership in International Management (PIM)

AGSM MBA Programs is a proud member of the Partnership in International Management (PIM) network.

PIM is an international consortium of business schools from around the world which exchange select graduate students for one academic term. Each member institution represents the highest degree of excellence in the field of business administration, and delivers an MBA or graduate-equivalent degree in management.

PIM not only facilitates the international exchange of MBA or masters degree-equivalent students among its member institutions, it also encourages the development of joint ventures and cooperation among faculty members and researchers in 53 of the world's top Business Schools.

PIM member institutions share reputations for upholding the highest degree of academic excellence both regionally and globally, and value the organisation’s spirit of international cooperation among its students, faculty and administrations.