Master of Business Administration (1.5 years)

About the course

JCU’s Master of Business Administration is a flexible postgraduate course designed to help professionals advance into leadership roles. You’ll build strategic management capability across core business functions and develop decision-making skills for complex organisational environments. Study alongside industry-connected educators with opportunities for practical learning and networking in local and international settings, developing expertise suited to Master-level business and management practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue management and leadership roles across private, public and not-for-profit organisations. The MBA supports progression into positions such as business manager, project or operations manager, strategy or consulting roles, and leadership roles in areas like marketing, finance, people management and entrepreneurship. It is suited to professionals seeking broader business capability and executive readiness through a Master-level qualification in business and management. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Townsville**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,146 - 1,515	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,074 - 1,421
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)