Charles Sturt University

Master of Business Administration (Computing)

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 18 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Combine advanced business leadership with specialised IT management through flexible online study, with the opportunity to specialise in key computing disciplines and prepare for industry certifications.

Course overview

The Master of Business Administration (Computing) from Charles Sturt University combines advanced management and leadership studies with specialised IT management knowledge for professionals seeking to develop strategic capabilities in the technology sector. Delivered online over 1.5 years full-time or the equivalent part-time, the course builds advanced skills in strategic management, communication and IT management for professional practice.

You will explore areas including strategic management, project management, risk management, IT management and professional communication while applying contemporary management practices across operational and strategic contexts. The course also offers the opportunity to tailor your studies through a specialisation in Cloud Computing and Virtualisation, Cyber Security, Networking and Systems Administration, or Project Management, or combine subjects across multiple computing disciplines.

The course supports preparation for a range of industry certifications in IT service management and project management while developing the management and technical capabilities required to lead within contemporary IT environments.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
18 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,370
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
1st March, 2027
12th July, 2027
15th November, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.
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Fees
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What you will study

To earn the Master of Business Administration (Computing - with specialisations), you must successfully complete units totalling 96 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 8 credit points.

Core units
  • Project Management Fundamentals
  • Contemporary Management
  • Strategy and Planning
  • Applied IT Ethics
  • Professional Communications 

Capstone subject 

  • Emerging Technologies and Innovation 
Electives
Specialisation units

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related area from a recognised tertiary institution or a graduate certificate in a related area.

English Language requirements

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. 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 reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate and apply advanced knowledge of current and emerging trends in the management discipline.
  • Critically analyse and evaluate contemporary management theories in the context of professional practice.
  • Apply contemporary management practice in various contexts at both the operational and strategic levels.
  • Apply specialised IT knowledge and skills in a management context.
  • Develop the skills and knowledge needed to prepare for various international industry certifications in IT service management and project management.
  • Employ research skills that apply to the executive management discipline professionally.
  • Demonstrate application of knowledge and skills through a capstone experience.
  • Apply knowledge of ethical principles and frameworks in a managerial context.
  • Effectively communicate ideas to diverse audiences using appropriate language, tone and style.
  • Demonstrate awareness of the impacts of technology on Indigenous Australian people and communities.
  • Learn independently and continue expanding their knowledge and skills in management.

Career outcomes

Completing the Master of Business Administration (Computing) can support career opportunities within the rapidly evolving technology sector by developing advanced management, leadership and specialised IT capabilities. The course provides a foundation for professionals seeking senior or executive roles in IT management across a range of organisational settings.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $34,960 (Full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • 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.