University of Newcastle
Master of International Business
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
- Course Type: Master's
Advance your expertise in international business through on-campus learning, preparing to navigate global markets, cross-cultural environments and international business strategy.
Course overview
The University of Newcastle's Master of International Business prepares professionals to understand and respond to the opportunities and challenges of operating in an increasingly interconnected global economy. Designed for those seeking to strengthen their expertise in international business, the program explores how organisations develop international strategies, operate across diverse markets and respond to global economic, cultural and regulatory environments.
Throughout the course, students examine international business strategy, cross-cultural management, globalisation, international marketing, international human resource management and international trade. The curriculum combines contemporary international business theory with practical application, equipping graduates to evaluate global business opportunities, navigate international markets and make informed strategic decisions across diverse organisational and cultural contexts.
Available online and on campus, the program offers flexible study options for working professionals. Delivered by the University of Newcastle's AACSB and EQUIS accredited Business School, the qualification provides internationally recognised business education with an advanced focus on global business practice.
Key facts
What you will study
The Master of International Business requires students to successfully complete 120 units, which is comprised of:
- 90 units of core courses.
- 30 units of courses chosen from the course list.
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program.
- Managing Under Uncertainty
- Globalisation
- Organisational Behaviour and Design
- Global Business Management
- Cross-Cultural Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Financial and Management Accounting
- International Business Strategy
- Business Decision Making
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be considered for admission into this course, you will need to have one of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent or higher qualification in the discipline.
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent or higher qualification not in the discipline and one year of relevant organisational experience.
- At least seven years of relevant organisational experience including two years in a management position.
- Successful completion of 75 per cent (30 units) of one of the following University of Newcastle programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Graduate Certificate in Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
English language requirements
All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the following English proficiency requirements:
- IELTS overall minimum: 6.5
- IELTS sub test minimum: 6
Contact the university for further information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have previously studied or have relevant work experience, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning. If your application is successful, you can reduce the number of courses you need to study, saving you time and money. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Communicate effectively orally, complex international business information to a variety of audiences.
- Communicate effectively in writing, complex international business information to a variety of audiences.
- Work effectively independently to apply specialised knowledge and expert judgment to international business tasks.
- Work effectively in collaboration to apply specialised knowledge and expert judgment to international business tasks.
- Engage in critical thinking and analytical problem-solving to justify sound International business solutions.
- Demonstrate specialised knowledge of theory, models and concepts relevant to International Business and be proficient in their application.
- Display professional proficiency in the utilisation of information and technology in international business contexts.
- Apply decision-making skills that incorporate understanding of ethical, cultural and global issues, particularly interactions involving cross-cultural settings.
- Apply theories, principles and methodologies to research in international business.
Career outcomes
On completion, you’ll be able to work in roles such as:
- Global Business Consultant
- Global Business Development Manager
- International Trade Specialist
- Entrepreneur
- International Finance Advisor
- Industry Specialist Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $32,560 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 80 units (normally eight courses) per year.
A student’s annual fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
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 program.