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'My studies at QUT prepared me for challenges I would face in the real world. In the International Business major I was given opportunities to work with people from a vast variety of cultures, whether it was through group assignments or scenarios in class. I believe the practical aspects of this degree equipped me with tools I use in my everyday role.'
Real world learning environment
'My studies at QUT prepared me for challenges I would face in the real world. In the International Business major I was given opportunities to work with people from a vast variety of cultures, whether it was through group assignments or scenarios in class. I believe the practical aspects of this degree equipped me with tools I use in my everyday role.'
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Program overview
- Become a dynamic global leader, advancing your career in international business, and propelling yourself towards impactful roles in the ever-evolving global marketplace.
- Study Asian business, global business operations, international accounting, international law, international logistics management, international marketing, and negotiating across borders.
- Explore a range of business disciplines including accounting, finance, logistics, management, and marketing.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in analytical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, effective communication, and data analysis.
- Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
- Complete this 2-year program in 1.5 years if you have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. See entry requirements for details.
- QUT Business School has been ranked number 1 in Queensland and number 3 in Australia for postgraduate studies in AFR’s BOSS Best Business School 2023 rankings.
Program overview
- Become a dynamic global leader, advancing your career in international business, and propelling yourself towards impactful roles in the ever-evolving global marketplace.
- Study Asian business, global business operations, international accounting, international law, international logistics management, international marketing, and negotiating across borders.
- Explore a range of business disciplines including accounting, finance, logistics, management, and marketing.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in analytical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, effective communication, and data analysis.
- Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
- Complete this 2-year program in 1.5 years if you have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. See entry requirements for details.
- QUT Business School has been ranked number 1 in Queensland and number 3 in Australia for postgraduate studies in AFR’s BOSS Best Business School 2023 rankings.
Why choose this course?
Are you eager to take your career to new heights and become a leader on a global scale?
Digitalisation has revolutionised the business landscape. With the aid of digital tools and platforms, businesses of all sizes can now expand beyond local markets and easily connect with customers worldwide.
If you're excited to work in a global market, travel the world and expand your organisation's audience internationally, consider studying QUT's Master of Business (International Business).
Explore this course
This program has been designed to enhance your real-world knowledge and skills in international business, preparing you to advance your career and take on leadership positions. Throughout this program, you’ll gain expertise in various facets of international business, covering trade procedures, logistics, negotiation techniques, languages, regional understanding, and offshore business strategies.
As you delve further into this program, you'll explore the complexities of international business. This includes understanding how businesses operate in the global economy, gaining insights into the challenges and opportunities brought about by diverse markets and the growth of globalisation. Additionally, you'll learn about the nature and role of business operations in the international value chain, as well as the management and control of international business operations.
Developed in collaboration with industry experts, this program seamlessly integrates real-world case analysis, hands-on activities, and workplace projects. Throughout the program, you'll engage in practical experiences, working alongside leading international organisations to develop viable solutions that support their global business expansion. To accomplish this, you'll develop skills in creativity, independent judgment, and critical reflection. Additionally, you'll learn to proficiently plan, design, adapt, and implement strategies and solutions that actively contribute to both business practices and ongoing research.
Flexible delivery
Units in this postgraduate program are delivered using a mix of face-to-face, online and blended learning technologies. All course materials are placed online including course lecture materials, practical session guides, readings and help guides.
Overseas exchange
If you would like to attain two internationally accredited masters in just 18 months, you may consider our international double masters program. In an exchange study, you complete part of your degree at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. Through cross-crediting of your course content, you are able to obtain the full degrees from both institutions – and you may be able to complete the double degree in the same time that it would take you to complete your QUT Master of Business program. For more information, visit international double degrees.
Careers and outcomes
Upon completing QUT’s Master of Business (International Business), you’ll possess the expertise and skills to succeed in organisations both in Australia and around the world, including multinational enterprises, smaller firms operating across borders, government agencies and consulting firms that serve international companies.
Possible careers
- Business analyst
- Chief international officer
- Chief sustainability officer
- Global business development director
- Global innovation strategist
- Global supply chain director
- Global trade operations director
- International business specialist
- International sales director
- Senior trade compliance manager
The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:
1. Foundation studies (48 credit points)
2. Discipline studies (96 credit points)
3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)
Students with an undergraduate degree that is not in Business or a related field of study will undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Business or related field of study with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course.
The enrolment program students will undertake will depend on their prior study:
• Undergraduate degree in the same discipline as their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.
• Undergraduate Business degree in a different discipline to their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.
Students will be able to access course progression advice from the QUT Business School Student Service Centre.
The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:
1. Foundation studies (48 credit points)
2. Discipline studies (96 credit points)
3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)
Students with an undergraduate degree that is not in Business or a related field of study will undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Business or related field of study with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7 point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course.
The enrolment program students will undertake will depend on their prior study:
• Undergraduate degree in the same discipline as their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.
• Undergraduate Business degree in a different discipline to their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.
Students will be able to access course progression advice from the QUT Business School Student Service Centre.
- Course code
- BS11
- CRICOS code
- 085448J
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- Online
- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 1 - 2 years full-time
- 3 - 4 years part-time
- 1.5 - 2 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
2 year program
You must have a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale).
1.5 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
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A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least seven years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related discipline.
1 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised bachelor honours degree in international business with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
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A recognised bachelor degree plus graduate certificate both in international business with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
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A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in international business with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
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A recognised bachelor degree in international business with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least seven years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in international business.
Minimum academic requirements
Academic entry requirements
As part of QUT's application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 year program. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form.
Master of Business - 1.5 year program
- A completed recognised bachelor degree in business or related field with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
- A completed recognised bachelor degree in international business or business administration with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
Master of Business - 2 year program
- A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
Pathway
Graduate Certificate in Business and Communication: Applicants with an overall IELTS score of 6 (Reading and Writing no less than 5.5 and no other sub-score below 5) (or accepted equivalent) may be considered for the Graduate Certificate / Masters pathway.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
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| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Advanced standing
If you have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business (International Business) within the last seven years you will receive credit for 48 credit points.
Advanced standing may also be available to students who have studied a related postgraduate program with another institution within the last five years.
Advanced standing
If you have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business (International Business) within the last seven years you will receive credit for 48 credit points.
Advanced standing may also be available if you who have within the last five years:
- studied a related postgraduate program with another institution
- professional work experience in a related field
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: Available from July
2025 fees
2025: Available from July
2024 fees
2024: $32,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $36,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Laurie Cowled Indigenous Scholarship for Business Students
A scholarship for future and current Indigenous female students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate studies in business.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Indigenous Australian; Struggling financially; Women
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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