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Why study a Master of Business Administration (MBA)?      

If you have career, leadership or salary growth goals, a Flinders MBA is for you.

You'll gain tech-first skills in business, marketing, financial management, leadership, people management and economics, preparing you for the future of work - and the world.

Our MBA courses are shaped and led by esteemed industry leaders, who will bring industries 4.0 and 5.0 to life beyond just concepts.

With extensive industry insight, future-focused topics and up to 36 weeks of hands-on industry experience, you'll have the skills and connections to hit the ground running.

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Advance your career.

On average, MBA graduates earn 77% more than those with only a Bachelor’s Degree.*

*(Graduate Management Admission Council 2021)  

World-class industry experience.

We’ll connect you with experts who will nurture your talent, and give you access to exclusive industry events.

Sustainability built-in.  

Industries 4.0 and 5.0 will need to achieve goals beyond growth. We embed sustainability and the resilient, human-centric power that industry seeks into every topic throughout the MBA.

Tailor your study.

It’s flexible, with online study options available in addition to on-campus (in the Adelaide CBD).

No. 1 in Australia
for postgraduate employment.

(QILT 2021 Graduate Outcomes Survey - longitudinal)

No. 1 in SA
in Business & Management for skills development, student support and teaching quality.

(The Good Universities Guide 2022 (postgraduate), public SA-founded universities only)

No. 1 in Australia
in Business & Management for overall educational experience.

(The Good Universities Guide 2021 (postgraduate))

Australia's first PhD-MBA program

Become an expert in your field.

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Choose the right MBA for you.

MBA
Future Business

Duration: 1 year

This is the fastest way to complete an MBA.

With three study periods to choose from, you set the pace. You’ll graduate with skills that will see you embracing leadership roles in international organisations, social enterprises, governments and not-for-profits.

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MBA
Industry Focused

Duration: 2 years

Make waves in the industry with this two-year course.

With a total of up to 36 weeks of industry experience through Work Integrated Learning and other programs, you’ll have the chance to build networks that are second to none, and develop leadership skills that can’t be learned from a textbook.

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MBA
Specialisations

Duration: 2 years

Dive deeper into the world of Business with our suite of MBA Specialisations.

Choose from specialisations including Business Analytics, Marketing, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, Finance or International Business. Whether you want to advance your career, change industries or explore future models, these courses are perfectly suited to the those wanting to finesse their skills.

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PhD-MBA
Program

Duration: 4 years

Our PhD-MBA program is the first of its kind in Australia.


This is your opportunity to become an expert in your field: exploring your passion for research, developing world-class leadership and business skills, and preparing for a broad range of careers.

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Sustainability is built-in.


You'll learn how to make better decisions for the planet, and your business.

"The course, particularly the leadership topic, really made you grasp and redefine your own leadership style and apply it in your current setting… I was really inspired to lean in and have the courage to take the leap for other leadership opportunities, including my current position."

Teresa Ho
Flinders MBA Graduate and Deputy Director of Pharmacy, SA Health

"The teachers are highly qualified with vast experience in their domains, bringing a wealth of information and knowledge into the classrooms... [and] the class cohort is truly diverse with people from all walks of life and a healthy balance of international students. This makes for a great classroom environment. You get a lot of new perspectives and insights from your counterparts from all over the world!"

Sai Manoj
Flinders MBA Graduate (India)

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Meaningful, real-world experience.

Every topic of our MBA give you the chance to put your learning into practice working directly with industry, meaning you’ll have the opportunity to bring theory to life. Whether you get to experience a large corporation, a government department, or a small business as part of your MBA, you’ll be able to take these experiences with you through your future career journey – and generate a new outlook on business.

The only university in South Australia with a Defence Entrepreneurship Program.

Flinders University is proud to be the first university in South Australia, and the second in the country, to offer the Defence Entrepreneurship Program (DEP). Forming part of our MBA Future Business, the DEP is a landmark program that will see students learn how to use modern innovation tools and techniques to address real national security and intelligence issues. It is based on the Hacking for Defense ® (H4D) program created in the US in 2016 by Steve Blank, founder of the Lean Startup movement; Joe Felter, a retired Army Colonel; and Peter Newell, CEO of BMNT.

Internships, placements and projects.

Learning in a real business setting is highly valued by employers and students alike, and we’ve built our MBAs around it. Flinders University is well-connected to industry, so our range of internship, placement and project opportunities are the best way to fast-track your career.

Embrace the future with advanced manufacturing.

Experience the Advanced Manufacturing Entrepreneurship Program as part of your course. This specialised industry entrepreneurial program is focused on helping small to medium enterprises address business challenges using advanced manufacturing tools and techniques – also known as industry 4.0. It combines the best of the university’s world-class advanced manufacturing and prototyping capabilities with access to academics and researchers, and will feature interactive workshops, coaching, technical support, mentor guidance and more.

Build connections between wine, tourism and technology.

Our Wine and Tourism Entrepreneurship Program works in two ways: technological acceleration, and technological adoption. Engage with both as part of your MBA, with the program offering intensive acceleration to existing wine and tourism technology companies that are innovative and ready to scale up, and pairing them with businesses who will use their products and services. The Wine and Tourism Entrepreneurship Program is also intended to speed up technology adoption by viticulture, wine and tourism businesses by connecting them with state-of-the-art technology solutions.

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Led by a business innovation & tech-expert

Carla Dias Wadewitz in Digital Transformation Lab

Carla Dias Wadewitz
MBA Director

Carla has spent the last 20 years working with numerous companies and start-ups across Europe, Australia, US and Asia, supporting their development in diverse areas such as health/nanotech, manufacturing & industry 4.0, fintech, energy, retail and tourism. She also lectured in Entrepreneurship at some of Europe’s top business schools, such as Catolica Lisbon School of Business & Economics.

Leveraging her passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, Carla also delivers national and international industry entrepreneurial programs to founders, start-ups and SMEs, which have contributed significantly to the ongoing development of the South Australian and Australian entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Carla also worked for 10 years in investment banking (Private Equity, Venture Capital, Corporate Finance & M&A) acquiring a deep knowledge of finance and entrepreneurial finance. Her global experience was further strengthened when Carla consulted with the United Nations (FAO) for international funding frameworks and with the South Australian Government with her vast knowledge of finance and strategy, advising on private equity and venture capital deals.

"The MBA provided a much more intimate experience. Classes were held in a boardroom- style setting where we debated issues, raised questions and shared ideas. The learning environment was much more aligned with what you experience in a workplace.”

Evan Lucas, Head of Strategy at InvestSMART, says his Flinders University MBA opened doors to an incredible career.

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A new way to MBA.

Why study an MBA at Flinders University?      

You’ll be well-equipped to adapt as the world does. Technology is rapidly evolving, and new skills are needed to solve the challenges facing the world today and in the future. Our MBAs have been designed with the future in mind, and to prepare you with the knowledge and experience needed to thrive in tomorrow’s world.

With on-campus study options in the Adelaide CBD as well as online or blended experiences (i.e. a mix of both), our MBAs are highly flexible and can fit into the busiest of lives. With three study periods across the year, you can balance the topics you study in a way that suits you, and finish your course in as little as twelve months. There are no exams in our courses, either - making it easier than ever to fit study into your life.  

Flinders University consistently ranks highly when it comes to student support. In fact, it’s number one in South Australia for exactly that – as well as the number one university for teaching quality and student to teacher ratio*. We’re proud of our supportive, student-centred learning environment, because we know it achieves better outcomes for our students.

*Good Universities Guide 2020

Wave goodbye to two-week internships that come to an end when you’ve just memorised the names of everyone in your office. With an MBA from Flinders, there are more opportunities to get up close with industry in meaningful ways – including specialised entrepreneurship programs, internships, projects and placements. Depending on the MBA you select, you could be working closely with industry for up to 36 weeks.

World-class courses.


Which MBA is right for you? Discover our suite of options.

Professional accreditations

Flinders University is accredited by various professional and industry organisations.

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"Mentoring has allowed me to see a longer-term outlook for decision making in my career... As someone who has worked in corporate business for 4 years with aspirations of senior leadership, this has been able to support and guide me in making the right decisions."

Hannah McArdle, MBA student, says being mentored by industry experts in her Flinders MBA has been incredibly valuable.

MBA Mentoring Program

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Frequently asked questions

It’s a new way to MBA. These trailblazing courses at Flinders University are innovative, flexible and highly engaging – if you’ve been considering an MBA, now is the time, with multiple to choose from that can be tailored to your life and goals.  

No, but there are plenty of online study options available as part of your course! We require some face-to-face interaction as we strongly believe networking opportunities are one of the major benefits of studying an MBA.

The classes will be held at our campus in the Adelaide CBD, where our building overlooks the lovely Victoria Square.

Yes, in many ways. Not only will it help you to build your networks, improve your confidence and knowledge, and give you access to sought-after industry experience, but salaries for MBA graduates tend to be higher than for those with just a Bachelor’s Degree.  

To view the admission requirements for the MBA, refer to the Handbook. Generally speaking, you’ll either need to hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an approved tertiary institution or the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (which can be accessed by proving prior work experience).

Not necessarily. See the answer above for more information on eligibility. To view the admission requirements for the MBA, refer to the Handbook.

You can apply through SATAC. There are three study periods for our new MBAs, meaning you may be able to start at different times of the year.

This can vary based on your circumstances and the topics you study. View the Handbook to find more.

Yes, definitely! The topics and specialised industry entrepreneurial programs within the courses will provide you with invaluable content about starting your own business, and the industry, student and alumni networks you’ll establish during the course will help prepare you to launch your own venture.

You can also choose from six MBA specialisations: Business Analytics, Finance, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, and Marketing.

We strongly believe engaging in-person helps to improve the quality of professional relationships, and it forms an important part of the courses. That being said, studying at Flinders University is still highly flexible. There are multiple ways to structure your study timetable around your life, and you’ve got the option to study all of your topics online, too.

Yes, it will just extend the duration of your course (view the Handbook for more details).

This can vary based on the MBA you select to study, but all of our MBA courses offer generous exposure to industry and opportunity, through placements, internships and specialised industry entrepreneurial programs. Of the courses, the MBA Industry Focused offers the most exposure to industry (up to 36 weeks).

Ready to get started?

If you’re looking for more course information, just contact our team of student advisors. They’re available between 9am and 5pm every business day. 

Phone: 1300 354 633

Email: askflinders@flinders.edu.au

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