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Is playing it saferisky business?

As a leader do you question the world around you? In an era led by innovation, your curious instincts are what will put you ahead. That’s why The University of Queensland (UQ) MBA challenges you to be more inquisitive in your everyday.

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Ranked as Australia’s No.1 Master of Business Administration (MBA) program*, the UQ MBA equips ambitious professionals for the transition to become courageous leaders. Our program will help you embrace disruption and prepare for technologies that have not been invented, to solve problems that do not yet exist. You will be armed with leading research, along with a dynamic skillset to overcome any obstacle in a world where change is exponential.

*The Economist 2017 MBA Ranking

Should a distinguished university encourage disruptive students?

“The UQ MBA challenged the way I thought about problems and pushed me out of my comfort zone, including how I approach global issues. The program enabled me to go beyond what I thought I was capable of.”

Melanie Stojanovic – UQ MBA (2016) Executive – Small and New Business, WorkCover Queensland

At UQ Business School, we champion an industry-driven approach, where lessons are powered by internationally-renowned academic staff and leading experts who consult for global companies. This connection to industry keeps the learning fresh and relevant, supporting you to be the best in business.

Whether you want to start your own business or lead transformation within your organisation, you will learn how to apply innovation principles and leadership skills to business challenges.

Why does quality surpass quantity?

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The UQ MBA Difference

of graduates change jobs or industries after the program.

77%

Whether your goal is to accelerate your career, switch industries or start your own business, the UQ MBA Career Resource Centre is here to help. The team will support your career aspirations to move forward in a globally competitive market.

Specialist UQ MBA Career Consultants will work with you one-on-one to strategically position you for success. You will not only strengthen your personal net worth, but also make yourself more valuable to future employers.

Will a strong support system strengthen your career?

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• Consulting 19

• Hospitality 14.3

• Non profit 14.3

• Government 9.5

• Technology 9.5

• Retail 9.5

• Other 9.5

• Consumer packaged goods 4.8

• Financial services 4.8

• Real estate 4.8

Post-UQ MBA average salary (2017)

$170,000

Industry Destinations

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Career Outcomes

Build your practical management skills beyond the classroom with industry-based learning projects. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and leadership skills while working with an unmatched set of industry partners to solve complex business problems. Students may also be offered the opportunity to apply to the UQ-Fudan University consulting program, where you will complete a market-entry project for a company looking to expand into China.

Will industry projects help transform industry?

Industry Projects

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The industry experiences offered through the UQ MBA program will help equip you with the top skills employers are looking for by 2020*:

1. Complex problem solving

2. Critical thinking

3. Creativity

4. People management

5. Coordinating with others

* Future of Jobs Report, World Economic Forum

“The problem that we gave to the students was, ‘How do we scale our business?’. We needed some options to scale our impact faster than our current organic growth. We are really excited to put the recommendations they presented into practice and we are going to be very busy making this happen.”

Danielle Duell - UQ MBA Industry PartnerCEO and Founder, People With Purpose

“To be a part of a challenging, yet collaborative ecosystem, comprised of such diverse and brilliant people, was a clear highlight for me. I graduated with the capabilities and professional networks that not only supported my career, but also kick-started some innovative ventures with fellow students.”

Andrew Talbot – UQ MBA (2017) Manager, PwC Australia

What puts the UQ MBA in a league of its own is the people. Affectionately known as ‘The Cohort Effect’, students are drawn to the UQ MBA for the diversity of thinking.The variety of student backgrounds makes for engaging and often entertaining classroom debates. As you get to know your peers, you’ll build lifelong friendships and professional relationships to support you throughout your career.

A relentless drive to question everything will lead you down new paths and ignite disruptive thinking. Coupled with guidance from highly-regarded academics, you’ll be challenged beyond your comfort zone to guarantee your future success.

The support UQ Business School provides extends beyond study and continues with a suite of MBA networking events to help you build industry connections. Whether it’s our MBA Industry Breakfasts, Careers Weeks or Thought Leadership Series, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with over 3500 MBA students and alumni.

Shouldn’t great minds think unalike?

‘The Cohort Effect’

You’re welcome to take your learnings across the globe with UQ Business School’s short-term international opportunities. Spending two to five weeks at one of our partner institutions will broaden your knowledge, enrich your MBA experience and allow you to gain credit towards your degree. You’ll build global networks while developing an understanding of foreign markets and different cultures.

Will going abroad bring your destination closer?

Harvard Summer School

USACopenhagen Business School (CBS) – International Summer University Program

DenmarkAalto University School of Business – The Digital Business Master Class

FinlandESSAM by University of Glasgow

UK

*As approved by UQ Business School

International Opportunities

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Does your job reflect your values?

Today’s businesses place greater importance on their responsibility to society and are looking to generate ethical and sustainable profits. In response, the Social Economic Engagement Program was developed primarily for our MBA students. This program offers you the chance to apply classroom knowledge while exploring challenges facing the not-for-profit sector. Working to solve real social problems will empower you to find your purpose in a business context.

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Social Impact

The UQ MBA program will test your initiative,

inspire your resourcefulness and challenge your

creativity, all while demanding your intellectual

and emotional intelligence. The program structure,

paired with three different study options,

helps balance life and work commitments.

Accelerated

You can complete your MBA in just one year full-time. Classes are taught in intensive blocks between early January and November. International students are only able to partake in the accelerated option.

Streamlined

The program can be finished in two years to fit alongside your work commitments and is structured to include some evening classes, weekend classes and even one-week intensive mode offerings.

Flexible

To complete your MBA alongside work or personal commitments, you can flexibly structure the program to suit your needs by taking evening, weekend or one-week intensive classes. You have up to seven years to complete the MBA program.

Should flexibility be non-negotiable?

MBA Program Details

“As a new mum, I would say my ambitions have heightened since having a baby. The UQ MBA has flexible timetables, allowing you to choose when you do particular courses, with the ability to do them part-time or on weekends. The program definitely supports studying parents.”

Zoe Black – UQ MBA (2011) CEO and Co-Founder, Happy Paws Happy Hearts Foundation

Course Structure

Information Technology for Business

Value

Management Frameworks

Leading People &

Teams

Integrated Strategic Analysis

OperationsDesign

Strategic Human

ResourcesManagement

Accounting & Business Analysis

InnovationLeadership

Choice of one

Capstone Project

FinancialManagement

MarketingManagement

BusinessEconomics

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AdmissionApplicants for the UQ MBA program must have four years of full-time work experience post-graduation, including at least two of the four years in a dedicated management role as well as a:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7-point scale.

• Or a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from UQ or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7-point scale.

International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550 and achieve at least 6.5 overall in the IELTS test (or equivalent test).*

Applicants without a completed degree can apply on the basis of significant work and management experience.*

* Please visit the website for full details: business.uq.edu.au/mba

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