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Master of Business Psychology

Masters.
James Cook University

400

in world overall ranking*

50

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This on-campus Master of Business Psychology explores how human behaviour can be applied to workplace and organisational contexts. You’ll build an evidence-based perspective to help lead change, coach and influence others, and address complex business challenges using psychological frameworks. The course is suited to professionals working across corporate, government and not-for-profit organisations seeking advanced capability in business-focused psychology at a Master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply psychological principles to improve organisational performance, leadership, and team effectiveness across sectors. Career paths may include organisational development or change roles, people and culture/HR advisory work, leadership and coaching roles, talent and capability development, and consulting in corporate, government and not-for-profit settings. This Master’s-level qualification supports specialist practice at the intersection of psychology and business. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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

Costs

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A$40,900 per year

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A$34,400 per year

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Information

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2 years

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February, July

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City

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O17

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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tick iconINTERNATIONAL RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (IRTPS)

A$28,092

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A$33,092

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