Online Master of

Business Administration
Online Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration

Online MBA programs

that work the way you do.
Take your career to the next level with a 100% online Master of Business Administration (MBA) or
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration. What makes our MBA different is that its built on
core values that are crucial to modern business practice; responsible leadership, sustainable business
practice and global orientation. Youll be able to study in your own time and space, as well as benefit
from peer learning and group collaboration. Plus, youll be supported by the latest audio and visual
interactive learning tools to network with students and staff.
Enjoy a personalised and convenient learning experience.

Accelerated learning. Complete your fast-tracked online MBA in two years or your Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration in eight months, all while you work.


100% online. Our courses are 100% online, so all learning materials and assessments are accessible
wherever you choose to study.

Start straight away. With six intakes a year, you can virtually start whenever youre ready.


Digital networking. Engage with a community of like-minded professionals in an interactive and
collaborative digital learning environment.

Dedicated support. From your initial enquiry, to application, to graduation well support you with your
own advisor for the whole journey.
Study at a highly ranked, internationally recognised university.
CRICOS Provider 00233E.

Heres how we rate:

Our business school is ranked in the top 2% worldwide by the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
Our MBA was ranked in the top 10 in the 2013 Australian Financial Review BOSS Magazine MBA Survey.
Were ranked #38 in the Top 50 universities under 50 years old by QS Top Universities 2014/15.
Were ranked in the top 4% of universities by the Academic Rankings of World Universities (ARWU).

Contact an Enrolment Advisor on 1300 737 945 to find out more.

Master of Business
Administration.
A 100% online program
thats ready when you are.

Program code: 5670

Program
Summary

Our MBA is for change-makers who want to integrate responsible leadership

and sustainable business values into ground-breaking organisations across
the world. Youll develop your knowledge of modern business practices and
explore new ways of preparing businesses for the future.

Teaching periods: January,

March, May, July, August
and October
Duration: Two years
Fee: $3,820 per course

This program opens doors to senior management and leadership opportunities in the public and private sectors.
Or, if youre more of an entrepreneur, our MBA will set you up with the skills you need to start your own business.
The program structure.
Our MBA consists of 12 courses that total 120 credit points. Each course runs for six weeks, allowing you to focus
on one course at a time and still graduate in two years.

Course
code

Course

Description

Credit
points

7700GBS

Sustainability:
Adaptive Thinking

Introduces the programs core values of responsible leadership, sustainable business practice
and global orientation. It also explores the development of sustainability strategies and
techniques for leading organisations through complex challenges.

10

7703GBS

People

Every organisation relies on one thing above all others its people. This course examines
the social and ethical considerations and dilemmas integral to effectively managing people
and ensuring that they can be effective in an organisation.

10

7708GBS

Marketing

Explores key marketing concepts and tests them within the frameworks of customer value,
organisational objectives, brand development and broader responsibility, and sustainability
related challenges and opportunities.

10

7702GBS

Accounting:
Integrated Reporting

While existing accounting frameworks are still valid, new developments are increasingly
evident. In this course you will explore both traditional and new integrated accounting
frameworks, reports and compliance issues.

10

7704GBS

Strategy

Understanding strategic principles and how to write, develop and implement a strategy is
key for any future business leader. This course will sharpen your ability to think strategically
and realise effective outcomes for organisations that are responsible, and sustainable and
globally focused.

10

7701GBS

Economics

Economics is undergoing rapid changes; with existing assumptions being challenged. Youll
explore traditional economic models, as well as the new frameworks needed for the future.

10

7706GBS

Leadership:
Responsibility
and Change

One aspect of all organisations that is constant, is change. This course focuses on developing
your responsible leadership and change management skills in order to effectively lead change.

10

7710GBS

Supply Networks

This course presents frameworks, methods and tools that will equip you with the ability to
anticipate and prepare an organisations supply networks for an increasingly dynamic
business environment.

10

7705GBS

Finance

Where to invest and how to allocate financial resources are key parts of effective leadership.
This course will give you a broad understanding of existing finance frameworks, introduce
new ones and explain their advantages and limitations.

10

7709GBS

Doing Business Across

Asia-Pacific

The 21st century has been labeled the Asian century in part because of its rising economic
power. Youll explore the region, providing a holistic perspective of the key trends,
governance, economic and societal frameworks.

10

7707GBS

Data Analysis

The challenge with the huge amounts of data we now have access to, is how to interpret it
and make robust decisions that recognise its limitations. Youll learn the principles of data
analysis and decision making to enable you to make meaningful decisions with data.

10

7711GBS

Innovation:
This course will give you an understanding of the innovation process, as well as
Envisioning New Business opportunities and challenges to effectively design sustainable enterprises.

10

MBA for Life.

When you graduate, well help you stay on top of global business trends and developments. As part of Griffiths
MBA for Life program, youll benefit from:
The option to observe selected future online MBA classes for free.
A monthly update from the MBA Program Director.
Access to articles, events and networking opportunities.
Previews of resources, including white papers relevant to your MBA and its core values.
Entry requirements.
To be eligible to apply for our MBA, ideally youll have:
A bachelor degree in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.5, plus
Three years full-time work experience (after finishing your degree), which includes two years of relevant
work experience and one year in a role requiring leadership skills. Leadership can include direct management
or supervisory experience and/or managing and driving change in a complex environment or project.
If you dont have a bachelor degree you can still do our online MBA. Simply complete our Graduate Certificate in
Business Administration with a minimum GPA of 4.5 and then continue on to the MBA.

How to apply.
To apply for the MBA, youll need to provide:
Your CV or LinkedIn profile outlining any relevant work experience.
A statement of purpose demonstrating the experience youll bring to the program and your understanding
of our values (250 words).
Academic transcripts for relevant undergraduate degrees (if applicable).

Contact an Enrolment Advisor on 1300 737 945 to find out more.

Graduate Certificate
in Business
Program
Summary
Administration.
Your 100% online
springboard to a Griffith MBA.

Our Graduate Certificate in Business Administration will offer formal

recognition of your career success to date. Plus, you can use it as a direct
pathway into our Master of Business Administration.

Program code: 3328

Teaching periods: January,
March, May, July, August
and October
Duration: Eight months
Study pathway: Master
of Business Administration
Fee: $3,820 per course

This program will prepare you for senior management roles across all industries and gives you the skills you need to start
your own business.
The program structure.
Our Graduate Certificate in Business Administration consists of 4 courses from the Master of Business Administration,
that total 40 credit points. Each course runs for six weeks, allowing you to focus on one course at a time and still
graduate in eight months.
Course
code

Course

Description

Credit
points

7700GBS

Sustainability:
Adaptive Thinking

Introduces the programs core values of responsible leadership, sustainable business

practice and global orientation. It also explores the development of sustainability strategies
and techniques for leading organisations through complex challenges.

10

7703GBS

People

Every organisation relies on one thing above all others its people. This course examines
the social and ethical considerations and dilemmas integral to effectively managing people
and ensuring that they can be effective in an organisation.

10

7708GBS

Marketing

Explores key marketing concepts and tests them within the frameworks of customer
value, organisational objectives, brand development and broader responsibility, and
sustainability related challenges and opportunities.

10

7702GBS

Accounting:
Integrated Reporting

While existing accounting frameworks are still valid, new developments are increasingly
evident. In this course you will explore both traditional and new integrated accounting
frameworks, reports and compliance issues.

10

Pathway into Griffiths Master of Business Administration.

For a seamless transition into our Master of Business Administration, youll need to achieve a minimum GPA of 4.5.
Entry requirements.
To undertake the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, youll need a minimum of six years full-time work
experience, which includes four years of relevant work experience and two years in a role requiring leadership skills.
Leadership can include direct management or supervisory experience and/or managing and driving change in a
complex environment or project. No undergraduate degree is required.

How to apply.
To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, youll need to provide:
Your CV or LinkedIn profile outlining any relevant work experience.
A statement of purpose demonstrating the experience youll bring to the program and your understanding
of our values (250 words).

Contact an Enrolment Advisor on 1300 737 945 to find out more.