Why specialise the SCU Online MBA?
Excellence in research
Outstanding ratings of 'at world standard' or above in 23 research fields 1
Top 100 Young Universities
Ranked in the top 100 universities in the world that are 50 years old or younger 2
Excellence in research
Outstanding ratings of 'at world standard' or above in 23 research fields 1
1 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) 2018
2 Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023
3 Good Universities Guide 2021
Effectively lead and manage people
Master of Business Administration with a Managing and Leading People specialisation will develop both your business know-how and practical skills – with a focus on people – to advance your career or build your own business. You’ll examine contemporary management and develop solutions to complex commercial situations through the prism of the fast-paced, ever-evolving global digital economy.
This degree from SCU Online will equip you with the latest concepts and knowledge to effectively manage, motivate and inspire with leadership styles tailored to achieve strategic goals. Specialising your MBA allows you to hone in on industry-specific skills while you study a practical, well recognised postgraduate course.
Quick Facts
- Units
16 - Duration
24 months part-time - Fees
$3,125 per unit, FEE-HELP available - Intakes
Jan, Mar, Apr, July, Sep, Nov
The SCU online benefits
Learn on your own terms
Own your educational journey by having the flexibility to manage your study, work and life commitments, without impacting your overall course progress.
Entry without a bachelors degree
Have the opportunity to leverage your existing professional experience to study our MBA course online without a bachelors degree.
Acknowledge your existing experience
We value your past education and work experience so you can potentially reduce your MBA Online course length by 50% through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Unique learning model
Find the ideal balance between work, life and study through our unique seven-week study units. Apply the knowledge & skills you learn immediately to real-world situations.
Helping communities thrive
At SCU Online, we stand for our community. We’re committed to offering a vibrant teaching, learning, research and cultural environment to help you achieve your career goals.
Unparalleled support
Receive academic and non-academic support to assist with your study from enrolment through to graduation. Have full access to SCU campuses, including the library and other facilities.
How does the Master of Business Administration (Managing and Leading People) online work with SCU?
- With no exams, you’ll learn through quizzes, videos, interactive presentations and more.
- Connect with academics and students through online chat platforms and discussion boards.
- Access support throughout the course, including feedback from a learning coach and a dedicated student success advisor from enrolment through to graduation.
- Live classes are optional but encouraged for networking, while the course is self-paced.
- To make the most of your learning experience, we recommend dedicating around 20 hours per week to your studies.
A typical study period at SCU Online
Early exit options
We know that plans change, which is why we’ve built flexible completion options into the online MBA. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Certificate in Business or Graduate Diploma in Business.
Graduate Certificate
4 Units, or continue studying
Graduate Diploma
+ 4 Units, or continue studying
Masters Degree
+ 4 Units
Entry requirements
To gain entry into the Master of Business Administration, you need:
- A three-year bachelor degree from any Australian university, OR
- At least five years of professional managerial experience regarded by SCU as equivalent to a degree, AND
- Students will need to be proficient in English.
No Bachelor's degree? You could still be eligible for entry into the MBA through your relevant work experience. Contact us today to find out more.
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Units of study
This unit will develop the skills for effective written and verbal communication in business and management.
In this unit, you will study organisations and the individual, interpersonal and group processes and the organisational system.
This unit develops knowledge and understanding of generic research and evaluation tools of micro and macroeconomics.
This unit introduces the fundamentals of financial and management accounting viewed from the perspective of the business manager.
Explore digital marketing tools and techniques to develop well-structured digital marketing plans and undertake a digital marketing campaign.
This unit introduces the financial concepts and contemporary issues of business management.
This unit introduces students to corporate governance – one of the most important developments in business.
Explore a diverse range of leadership styles, preparing you for a bright future in leadership or management.
This unit covers the foundation elements of managing business projects.
This unit examines the challenges confronting the global business manager and gives you the knowledge you need to understand and operate successfully in global business environments.
Understand strategy, how to implement a vision and how to adapt plans to meet global business needs.
This unit is information systems from a managerial point of view.
This is a two-part unit, involving a literature review, and strategic research and data collection methods to fill in any identified research gaps.
Get detailed information about each unit in our course guide.
Learning outcomes
High-ranking roles are available to individuals who have the in-demand skills an MBA delivers, coupled with the additional edge identifying and implementing strategic initiatives of digitalisation.
Information and knowledge management is a core business need. MBA graduates with a specialisation in information and knowledge management-specific skills and strategies are in high-demand across a growing number of industries.
Develop your strategic leadership skills to prepare for an uncertain and ever-changing future business environment through exposure to leadership models, communication styles and reflection-based coursework.
What our students do
Our MBA students and graduates work across corporate, government and not-for-profit organisations in industries such as healthcare, education, financial services, industrial products and services, mining and more. Below is a snapshot of some of these roles and jobs.
- General Manager
- Strategic HR Manager
- Senior Project Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Area Manager
- Retail Marketing Manager
- Business Owner
- Senior HR Adviser
Our Accreditations and Endorsements
Our online programs meet all of the AQF guidelines, ensuring quality education.
5-STAR Rating for Full-Time Employment, Overall Experience, Student Support, Learning Resources, Teaching Quality and Skills Development.
Southern Cross University is one of the world's Top 100 Young Universities.
Our postgraduate student support and satisfaction both above the national average.
Meet our course coordinator
By utilising his experience and expertise, Owen is available to assist SCU MBA Australia Online students by:
- Gain practical insights: Obtain practical insights into real-world business challenges. Receive a unique perspective that enriches your understanding of business strategies.
- Embrace an interdisciplinary approach: Be encouraged to think creatively and consider multiple perspectives when tackling complex business issues, enhancing your critical thinking and decision-making skills.
An MBA is just a good, general piece of education that helps you understand more broadly how a company functions, and gave me some knowledge that was really important for where my career is at the moment.
For me, this was the next natural progression in my career as a leader in Health and Technology. The fact that my work and home life are time-poor, like many of us, led me down the path of online study where I could set my own pace for each module of the course. Online study also meant that I didn't have the distraction of having to travel to campus or sit in lectures.
I highly recommend this course, it has been a wonderful experience, tough at times, but I'm better for it. The flexibility of the learning is perfect for busy executives and it's very current so everything applies to your real-world experiences.
