Sydney Business School
  • Students are to follow the requirements of the Handbook for the year they commenced the course.

    However, the subject links below do not contain the subject information for the current year. You can view current subject information through the new Course Handbook.

Master of International Business

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of International Business

Abbreviation:

MIB

Home Faculty:

Sydney Business School

Duration:

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

48

Starting Session(s):

Autumn, Spring at Innovation Campus (Wollongong)

Intake A, B, C, D at Sydney campus

Delivery Mode:

On Campus (Face-to-Face)

Location:

Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney

UOW Course Code:

597

CRICOS Code:

026342G

Overview

The Master of International Business program prepares students to succeed in managerial and professional positions in the global economy. The globalisation of the market place requires businesses to be increasingly innovative and competitive. Managers need to understand the complexities of global culture, political, economic, organisational and financial forces and recognise how they can impact on the success of their business.

This course examines the background of globalisation and teaches the management skills and competencies that are necessary in order to effectively operate in a truly global business environment.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.

International applicants must also meet the University's English Language requirements. Refer to the University's website at http://www.uow.edu.au/future/international/index.html

Course Requirements

Candidates are required to complete a total of eight subjects (48 credit points) according to the list below.

Course Program

Core Subjects

Credit Points

TBS 908

Supply Chain Management

6

TBS 935

Project Management

6

TBS 980

International Financial Management

6

TBS 981

Managing in Multi-National Companies

6

TBS 982

Marketing in a Global Economy

6

TBS 983

International Business Environment

6

TBS 984

International Business Strategies*

6

TBS 913
OR
TBS 923

Innovation Topics and Cases

Contemporary Issues in International Business

6

6

* This capstone subject is to be undertaken after a minimum of three (3) core subjects have been successfully completed.

^Students may apply to complete either TBS961 Business Spanish Language and Culture or TBS962 Business Chinese Language and Culture as a substitute for TBS913 Innovation Topics and Cases or TBS923 Contemporary Issues in International Business.

For session details at each location please refer to the Subject Timetable.

Credit Arrangements

Upon successful completion of the Master of International Business students may apply to enrol in another of the School's Masters programs and apply for credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the MBA entry requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for credit transfer for up to six subjects (36 credit points) towards the MBA.

Other Information

Additional information is available from http://www.uow.edu.au/sbs/index.html or email sbs@uow.edu.au