Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

About the course

QUT’s Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) is a postgraduate coursework program designed for experienced professionals to accelerate leadership capability while continuing full-time work. You’ll learn with a high-achieving cohort and engage with industry-focused teaching and real organisational challenges. The program’s delivery is tailored for busy executives through intensive on-campus sessions and flexible study. This is a Masters coursework qualification in business and management.

Career outcome

Graduates typically progress into senior leadership and executive roles across government, corporate and not-for-profit sectors. The EMBA supports career advancement into positions such as general manager, director, head of operations, strategy lead, business development leader or executive consultant. It builds capability to lead complex change, work with stakeholders and drive organisational performance. This is a Masters coursework pathway for leadership careers in business and commerce.

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)