Master of Capability Management

About the course

The Master of Capability Management (Canberra) is a postgraduate programme focused on building skills to plan, develop and manage organisational capability in complex, high-stakes environments. It covers how to align strategy, resources, governance and workforce development to deliver sustained performance. Delivered at UNSW Canberra, it is designed for professionals seeking advanced management expertise in capability and enterprise contexts. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles supporting capability planning and delivery across government, defence, consulting and large organisations. Typical pathways include capability manager, programme or portfolio manager, strategic planning analyst, risk and governance adviser, business transformation lead, and operations or resource planning manager. The degree supports advancement into senior management roles requiring integrated capability and organisational performance skills. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)