Overview

The Executive Master of Arts program at University of Melbourne will help you develop the skills you need to tackle contemporary leadership challenges. This world-first graduate degree draws together the practical skills needed for effective career development, and the creative and critical thinking strengths from the humanities. The EMA is developed in consultation with arts, government, corporate and community sectors.

The program focuses on project management, leadership, creative and critical thinking, people management, budgeting and financial management, as well as organisational theory and practice. You can diversify your skill base with subjects including international history, politics, HR practice, arts management and social entrepreneurship. Or internationalise yourself by studying a language from beginner to advanced level. During your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to find a placement in a wide range of national and international government, cultural, corporate and not-for-profit organisations.

You can also tailor study to your individual career goals and interests, with a choice of subject specialisations, meaning you start to build you career from the moment you start studying. If you want to apply your skills and knowledge to real world situations, the EMA has an external internship placement or special project that you can be the leader in creating.

Career:

Career outcomes for the Executive Master of Arts are rich. As globally recognised qualification, you’ll have a head start pursuing roles including:

Arts program director
Business analyst
Communications manager
Foreign affairs and trade officer
Management consultant
Public relations manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Power of Ideas: Ten Great Books

Managing Budgets, Resources and Risk

Leadership Theory and Practice

Professional Communication

The Secret Life of Organisations

Critical and Creative Thinking

Thinking and Acting Ethically

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 068099M

In order to be considered for entry to the 200 point program, applicants must have completed:

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent; and
A personal statement outlining why they wish to be considered for the course

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

Prior academic performance; and

The personal statement

You must meet the English language requirements of the university to be eligible for a place

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32992 AUD / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

32992 AUD / year

≈ 32992 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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General requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

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