MBA (Leadership and Enterprise)

The Full-Time MBA (Leadership & Enterprise) at the University of Sydney Business School is an 18-month immersive program designed for ambitious professionals seeking to accelerate their careers and lead in a rapidly changing business environment. Delivered in Sydney’s central business district, the program combines rigorous academic learning with practical, hands-on experiences that build both leadership capacity and technical expertise.

Why This Program?

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Students complete 12 units across three integrated themes:
  1. Developing the self and others — building leadership, communication, creativity, and systems thinking.
  2. Developing business knowledge and skills — covering strategy, finance, marketing, data analytics, and sustainability.
  3. Building future enterprises — applying learning to real-world challenges through innovation projects and a capstone “Design Strategy” project.
• Learning Format: Courses are taught in intensive 7–8 week blocks, allowing students to focus deeply on a few subjects at a time.
• Experiential Learning: Options for internships, live consulting projects, and the capstone experience ensure graduates leave with practical skills directly applicable to leadership roles.
• Global Perspective: A diverse, selective cohort of domestic and international students fosters peer-to-peer learning, cross-cultural collaboration, and strong lifelong networks.
• Career Support: Dedicated career coaching, leadership workshops, and access to industry partnerships help students transition into senior management roles or entrepreneurial ventures.

Key Facts

• Duration: 18 months (full-time)
• Structure: 72 credit points / 12 units of study
• Format: Small cohort, face-to-face in Sydney
• Entry Requirements: Competitive bachelor’s degree or equivalent, minimum 3 years professional experience, English language proficiency (if required), and optionally GMAT/GRE scores
• Tuition: Around AUD $57,000–$60,000 (international students)

Who Should Apply?

This MBA is ideal for:

• Professionals ready to transition into senior leadership or general management roles
• Aspiring entrepreneurs aiming to create or scale new ventures
• Individuals looking to drive business transformation and innovation in established organisations
• Those seeking an intensive, globally-oriented program with strong practical outcomes