Master of Education Master of Business Administration

About the course

This dual qualification combines advanced study in education with an MBA to build leadership capability across schools, training organisations and wider business settings. You will strengthen educational management practice while developing core business skills in strategy, people management and decision-making. Designed for professionals with backgrounds in education, management or business, the program supports career progression into leadership roles in education and management at master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue leadership and management roles across education and business contexts, including school or campus leadership, education administration, training and development management, program coordination and policy or quality roles. The MBA component also supports pathways into general management, operations and project leadership in education-related enterprises and other industries. This dual master’s program prepares professionals for senior roles spanning education leadership and business administration.

Entry requirements

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree (or equivalent).

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)