Charles Darwin University
Master of Business Administration (Executive)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Lead organisations with confidence through flexible online postgraduate study, developing executive leadership capabilities, sustainable business strategies and practical skills for future-focused business environments.
Course overview
The Master of Business Administration (Executive) from Charles Darwin University is a postgraduate qualification designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their executive leadership capabilities. Delivered online over two years of part-time study, the course develops advanced business knowledge with a strong focus on sustainable business practice, strategic leadership and responsible organisational decision-making.
The curriculum integrates contemporary business disciplines including strategic management, finance, marketing, economics, leadership, business analytics and organisational change. You will also develop expertise in environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) strategy, sustainability initiatives and business research while completing an applied professional business project that enables you to address a real-world business challenge aligned with your professional interests.
On successful completion, you will graduate with the Master of Business Administration (Executive). The qualification prepares graduates for executive and leadership opportunities across a range of industries, including management, entrepreneurship, consulting, business operations, marketing, human resource management and business analysis.
Key facts
16th November, 2026
1st March, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Master of Business Administration (Executive), you must successfully complete units totalling 120 credit points as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 10 credit points.
Core units
- Business Analytics
- Business Research Skills
- Contemporary Issues in Economics
- Finance and Investment for the Executive
- Organisational Change and Development
- Strategic Management
- Marketing for Managers
- Applied Business Project (capstone)
Specialist electives
- Accounting for Managers
- Entrepreneurship
- Global Human Resources
- Executive Leadership
Entry requirements
Applicants for this course must meet all of the following:
- Successful completion of a recognised bachelor's degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master's degree or equivalent international qualification in any field.
For applicants without a bachelor's degree, consideration may also be given to those with at least five (5) years of full-time, relevant work experience, including a minimum of three (3) years in management or leadership roles. Applicants must provide full details of their employment experience in their application.
English language requirements
The minimum English language requirement for this course can be met by evidencing one of the following:
- Successful completion of Year 12 within Australia or an equivalent qualification from an approved country where English is the official language
- Successful completion of at least 0.5FTE of higher education study from Australia or an approved country where English is the official language. If studies were completed from a country on the extended list, they must have been completed within the past five (5) years.
- Successful completion of a Charles Darwin University enabling program of at least 0.5FTE (40 credit points).
- Successful completion of a recognised TAFE qualification at a Certificate III level or higher from Australia.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 or Division 2 nurse. Registration must be current at the time of course commencement.
- Completion of an approved English test within two years of commencement, meeting the minimum scores.
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of units that you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
The Australian Government predicts strong industry demand for business degree graduates from a wide range of sectors. As a Master of Business Administration (Executive) graduate, you will be qualified to pursue a range of exciting domestic and international career opportunities.
Graduates can pursue leadership roles in fields such as management, entrepreneurship, and consulting. Additionally, this course is suited for students interested in positions in business operations management, marketing specialists, human resource management and business analysis. This Master of Business Administration (Executive) equips professionals to thrive in the dynamic and ever-changing world of business.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated total fee in 2026: $44,364 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated fees are determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course