Master of International Business

Course Description

The Master of International Business (MIB) program is primarily designed for new graduates about to embark on their first line managerial position. It is also suitable for experienced managers who wish to enhance their knowledge and expertise in global management issues.

The MIB is a 12 to 18 months full-time or 24 to 36 months part-time course, at both Wollongong and Sydney and is offered on a flexible, modular basis. The program comprises six compulsory subjects, plus two elective subjects. The elective stream within the International Business program is designed to allow candidates to focus their studies into a thematic area of interest. Candidates are required to complete 8 subjects at 900 level, according to the sequence of study listed below.

Compulsory Subjects

plus 2 elective subjects at 900 level to be approved by the MIB Course Co-ordinator.

* Students with a strong background in Accounting and/or Finance may be permitted to undertake an additional elective in lieu of WBS979.

The degree will be awarded at either Pass or Merit level. For award at Merit level, a student must satisfactorily pass all subjects at the first attempt and maintain a grade average across all subjects of 70% or higher.

Entry Requirements:
Candidates are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised university or institution of equivalent standing. In special circumstances, applicants holding other academic or professional qualifications and with a minimum of four years full-time or eight years part-time relevant work experience may be granted admission to the program by the MIB Course Co-ordinator.

Where candidates hold other academic or professional qualifications but have no work experience, admission to the program may be granted by the Course Co-ordinator following successful completion of an extended (96 credit point) program.

In the case of candidates from the Peoples Republic of China, in addition to the entry requirements listed above for the MIB, students may also be admitted with a three year diploma from a recognised institution in a recognised academic discipline base (this excludes vocational studies) PLUS five years managerial work experience, as evidenced by a certified transcript of work history.

Applicants who hold a recognised two year degree from the Indian Sub-Continent, and with a minimum of two years relevant work experience as evidenced by a certified transcript of work history may be granted admission to the 96 credit point Master of International Business.

In addition to completing the standard University application form, candidates are required to submit a certified copy of their academic transcript(s). Applicants must meet the University's English Language requirements.

Articulation to the Master of Business Administration:
Candidates who have successfully completed the Master of International Business, and who fully satisfy the entry criteria for the Master of Business Administration, may apply to enrol in the MBA program.

MIB candidates who progress to the MBA will be required to successfully complete a further seven subjects at 900 level, according to the sequence of study listed below. (If students have completed any of the listed subjects as MIB electives then the Course Co-ordinator will advise on appropriate substitutes).