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AGSM MBAX (Security and Defence)

Masters.
UNSW Sydney

79

in world overall ranking*

12

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The AGSM Master of Business Administration (Security and Defence) develops advanced leadership and management capability for professionals working in complex security, defence and government-related environments. You’ll build core MBA skills while applying strategy, risk, governance and decision-making frameworks to high-stakes contexts. The program is designed for working professionals and can be completed flexibly across multiple terms, delivering a specialised Masters-level MBA in business for security and defence sectors.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue leadership and management roles where security, resilience and strategic decision-making are critical. Career pathways may include defence and national security management, government and public-sector leadership, risk and crisis management, strategy and governance roles, consulting, and operational leadership in organisations supporting defence and security supply chains. This Masters-level MBA supports progression into senior business and executive positions across security and defence-focused industries.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$17,820 per year
Total degree: A$72,520

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Total degree: A$65,520

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Information

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2 - 4 years

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Term 1, 2 & 3

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Sydney CBD

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8625

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL SCIENTIA COURSEWORK SCHOLARSHIP (PUCA1025)

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconUNSW GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to A$7,500

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