To apply
Applications for:
- Adelaide (Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents)
- Adelaide (International students)
- Online (Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents)
- Online (International students)
- Hong Kong
Selection of MBA applicants
Entry to the MBA program is on a competitive basis. The minimum formal entry requirement is an acceptable Bachelor's degree, plus at least two years relevant work experience. Individuals who hold a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Business Administration may also seek entry to the MBA program. As entry is competitive, admitted applicants generally have more than five years relevant managerial work experience.
Applications may be reviewed by a panel of IGSB academic staff. The MBA is an interactive learning process and is structured so that there are significant opportunities to learn from participant peers. Selection involves consideration of:
- motivation to undertake the MBA and potential to benefit from the program
- appropriateness of work experience, particularly the length, level and responsibilities of management
- positions held (including current position)
- quality of academic record
- demonstrated personal qualities appropriate for managers and leaders
Although a formal selection interview is not part of the process, the selection panel may ask to meet/talk with a potential candidate for clarification of issues relating to their application.
Minimum English language entry requirements
The minimum English language entry requirements for international students who speak English as a foreign language are detailed below. It should be noted that some programs may specify higher English language entry requirements. These will be indicated in relevant program documentation.
Applicants are required to meet at least one of the English language entry requirements listed. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive.
Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
Postgraduate
| English Language Test (see Note 1) | Score |
| IELTS (International English Language Testing System) | |
| -Reading and Writing | 6.0 |
| -Overall Band Score | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
| TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test) | 90 with no band less than 21 |
| TOEFL PBT (Paper-based test) | 577 with TWE (Test of Written English) of 4.5 |
| English Language Programs | Score |
| Successful completion of the CELUSA Academic English Program | Level 5 |
| Other Qualifications | |
| Successful completion of a tertiary qualification at diploma level or above completed in Australia within the last two years; or | |
| Successful completion of at least two years of tertiary study at diploma level or above conducted and completed in English within the last five years in a country in which English is commonly used, as determined by the University (see Note 2). Where the study in English was more than five years ago, this requirement may be satisfied by subsequent and recent work experience of at least two years duration in a setting where English is the language of business subject to satisfactory evidence as determined by the University. | |
Note 1: Results from IELTS and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Note 2: The University, through UniSA International, maintains a list of countries where English is commonly used and which would satisfy this criteria. This may include particular educational institutions within a given non-English speaking country where English is the language of instruction
Please access the link below to review the complete entry requirement details for your program of interest before you submit your application:
Applications for Adelaide (Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents)
The application package can be downloaded from this web site, or can be obtained from the IGSB Office.
Download the Application Form (PDF 96 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Download the Referee Report Form (PDF 58 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Download the DEST Statistics Form (PDF 13 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
The application form needs to be completed by the applicant, listing their qualifications, employment experience and major work achievements. Applicants are also asked to identify what they hope to achieve from the program.
Once completed, the following documents must be submitted in hard-copy:
- signed Application Form
- proof of your undergraduate or postgraduate degree (a certified copy of the official transcript is acceptable)
- an up to date copy of your resume or CV
- two copies of the Referee Report Form
- DEST Statistics Form
These items should be posted to:
MBA Program
International Graduate School of Business
University of South Australia
GPO Box 2471
Adelaide SA 5001
Please note that applications are not complete without all the items above.
Closing dates
Intakes are open each term (study period) and applicants need to specify the term (study period) in which they wish to commence their study. Terms (study periods) normally start in January, April, July and October. Applicants who miss the closing date for commencement in their chosen term (study period) will automatically be considered for entry in the following term (study period).
Applications for Adelaide (International students)
Please use the Apply Online service to submit your application electronically.
The online application form needs to be completed by the applicant, listing their qualifications, employment experience and major work achievements. Applicants are also asked to identify what they hope to achieve from the program.
Once completed, the following documents must be submitted in hard-copy:
- proof of your undergraduate degree (a certified copy of the official transcript is acceptable)
- an up to date copy of your resume or CV
- References from two employment-related sources
All documents must be in English and any translations must be accompanied by the documents in their original language. These documents must be submitted in original or certified true copies.
These items should be posted to:
MBA Program
International Graduate School of Business
University of South Australia
GPO Box 2471
Adelaide SA 5001
Please note that applications are not complete without all the items above.
Closing dates
Intakes are open each term (study period) and applicants need to specify the term (study period) in which they wish to commence their study. Terms (study periods) normally start in January, April, July and October. Applicants who miss the closing date for commencement in their chosen term (study period) will automatically be considered for entry in the following term (study period).
Consumer protection for you
The provision of education to international students in Australia is regulated by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) through the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) legislative framework. DEEWR has made available a brief overview of the ESOS Framework, including the rights and responsibilities of international students http://www.unisa.edu.au/int/ESOS/default.asp (Please note the following links will open in a new browser window).
Applications for the Online program (Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents)
The application package can be downloaded from this web site, or can be obtained from our Online Office in Adelaide.
Download the Application Form (PDF 96 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Download the Referee Report Form (PDF 58 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Download the DEST Statistics Form (PDF 13 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Once completed, the following documents must be submitted in hard-copy:
- signed Application Form
- two copies of the Referee Report Form
- DEST Statistics Form
- proof of your undergraduate degree (certified transcript is acceptable)
- an up to date copy of your resume or CV
These items should be posted to:
MBA Program
International Graduate School of Business
University of South Australia
GPO Box 2471
Adelaide SA 5001
The application form needs to be completed by the applicant, listing their qualifications, employment experience and major work achievements. Applicants are also asked to identify what they hope to achieve from the program.
Please note that applications are not complete without all the items above.
Closing dates
Intakes are open each term (study period) and applicants need to specify the term (study period) in which they wish to commence their study. Terms (study periods) normally start in January, April, July and October. Applicants who miss the closing date for commencement in their chosen term (study period) will automatically be considered for entry in the following term (study period).
Once you have been enrolled, our Online Administration Team will be in contact with you to introduce you to the online program environment and to issue your password and URL for access.
Applications for the Online program (International students)
For international applicants for whom English is a second language, the minimum English language requirements are:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test: Minimum
score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing sub scores and minimum overall score
of 6.5 obtained within the last two years or corresponding results from
an equivalent test such as TOEFL, CET (Cambridge English Test) or UEC
(University Entry Certificate at CELUSA);
OR - Successful completion of a tertiary qualification at bachelor level
or above completed in Australia within the last two years;
OR - Successful completion of two or more years of tertiary study at
bachelor level or above conducted and completed in English within the
last five years in a country in which:
- English is an official language; or
- English is commonly used, as determined by the University.
- Where the study in English was more than five years ago, this requirement may be satisfied by subsequent and recent work experience of 2 or more years duration in a setting where English is the language of business subject to satisfactory evidence as determined by the University.
For immigration purposes, candidates from certain countries are required to submit an English language test result as part of Australian student visa requirements. This requirement is separate from that required for the IGSB MBA. Please check if your country is included within this category.
The application package can be downloaded from this web site, or can be obtained from our Online Office in Adelaide.
Download the Application Form (PDF 96 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Download the Referee Report Form (PDF 58 kb Adobe Acrobat Reader)
The application form needs to be completed by the applicant, listing their qualifications, employment experience and major work achievements. Applicants are also asked to identify what they hope to achieve from the program.
The online application form needs to be completed by the applicant, listing their qualifications, employment experience and major work achievements. Applicants are also asked to identify what they hope to achieve from the program.
Once completed, the following documents must be submitted in hard-copy:
- proof of your undergraduate degree (a certified copy of the official transcript is acceptable)
- an up to date copy of your resume or CV
- two copies of the Referee Report Form
All documents must be in English and any translations must be accompanied by the documents in their original language. These documents must be submitted in original or certified true copies.
Once completed, the following documents must be submitted in hard-copy:
These items should be posted to:
MBA Program
International Graduate School of Business
University of South Australia
GPO Box 2471
Adelaide SA 5001
Please note that applications are not complete without all the items above.
Closing dates
Intakes are open each term (study period) and applicants need to specify the term (study period) in which they wish to commence their study. Terms (study periods) normally start in January, April, July and October. Applicants who miss the closing date for commencement in their chosen term (study period) will automatically be considered for entry in the following term (study period).
Once you have been enrolled, our Online Administration Team will be in contact with you to introduce you to the online program environment and to issue your password and URL for access.
Consumer protection for you
The provision of education to international students in Australia is regulated by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) through the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) legislative framework. DEEWR has made available a brief overview of the ESOS Framework, including the rights and responsibilities of international students http://www.unisa.edu.au/int/ESOS/default.asp (Please note the following links will open in a new browser window).
Applications for the Hong Kong program
The MBA in Hong Kong is offered at Hopkins Training & Education Group in English.
Hopkins Training & Education Group
202 Harbor Center
25 Harbor Road Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 852-28779938
Fax: 852-23322390
Admission details, entry criteria, and application forms are accessible from the Hopkins web site.