Business Administration

Overview

If you're ready to become a global leader, the Master of Business Administration at La Trobe University will give you the world-class skills to advance your career, move into a new field or launch your own start-up. Tap into La Trobe's exclusive network of powerful business leaders and develop the essential experience to become an influential modern leader.

We've carefully designed the La Trobe MBA to suit your needs. Choose to study on campus, online or a blend of the two. You can also choose from a wide range of regional campuses. You'll keep your career moving forwards, even while you prepare to step up to the next level.

With La Trobe's internationally-renowned MBA, you'll immerse yourself in learning as you grow your business acumen and develop valuable human skills. Co-designed and co-delivered by leading industry partners such as Mercer, you'll be absorbed in interactive learning and develop critical business skills. Our MBA is built on evidence-based coursework – so you'll have the confidence to understand the issues facing global businesses, tackle real-world business problems and develop lifelong leadership skills.

Career outcomes

With the Master of Business Administration (Online) at La Trobe University, your leadership skills, superior networks and understanding of global corporate governance could advance your career in a wide range of industries.

Your future roles could include:

• General manager
  • Lead the daily operations of a business function, department, or stand-alone business site. Manage operational policies and procedures, and oversee budgets, people and organisational culture.
• Chief operating officer (COO)
  • Take responsibility for organisational growth. Increase efficiencies by developing superior procedures and skilfully managing stakeholders.
• Chief financial officer (CFO)
  • Develop business development strategies that improve profitability, and ensure accounting and auditing meet regulatory requirements.
• Board director
  • Prepare for directorship roles in both profit and non-profit organisations.
• Business and management consultant
  • Help businesses identify ways to improve their operations. Lead projects and manage stakeholders to deliver more efficient and effective business outcomes.