Torrens University Australia
Master of Business Administration (Advanced)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop advanced leadership and strategic business capability through this online MBA, designed for experienced professionals seeking broader elective choice, contemporary management expertise and the confidence to lead organisational change.
Course overview
The Master of Business Administration (Advanced) is an online postgraduate qualification designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their strategic leadership capability and broaden their business expertise. Building on core management principles, the course combines advanced business knowledge with an extended selection of electives, allowing you to tailor your studies to your professional goals while preparing for senior leadership responsibilities.
Throughout the course, you'll strengthen your ability to analyse complex business environments, develop evidence-informed strategies and lead organisations through change. You'll build capability in strategic decision-making, ethical leadership, systems thinking and organisational performance while refining your communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to address contemporary business challenges across a range of industries.
Studying online provides the flexibility to balance postgraduate study with professional commitments. The course includes six elective subjects, allowing you to personalise your learning, and offers the option to complete an Employer Based Project that applies your learning within your workplace. There are no formal examinations, and students may also source optional Work-Integrated Learning opportunities through Careers Connect. Torrens University's MBA is recognised as a Tier One program by CEO Magazine, with its Online MBA ranked among the world's leading online MBA programs.
Key facts
2nd November, 2026
15th February, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Master of Business Administration (Advanced), you must complete eight core subjects. Additionally, you’re required to select eight electives from the electives tab.
These eight core subjects must be completed.
- Business Communications
- Financial Management
- Marketing
- Business Environment
- Management, People and Teams
- Dynamic Leadership
- Systems Thinking
- Business Capstone
Entry requirements
Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet one of the requirements listed below.
- Undergraduate or postgraduate degree from any Australian university or equivalent, OR:
- Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have five (5) years' work experience (of which three years are managerial).
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with Torrens University Australia. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Encourage teams and individuals in ethical decision-making.
- Master industry-standard business software to effectively analyse data.
- Apply advanced business principles to solve complex problems.
- Evaluate business risk and regularly communicate findings to a broader audience.
Career outcomes
Move up in your professional career by learning the skills to critically analyse business functions, implement strategic processes, manage risk and lead complex teams so you can guide your business to success.
Potential career paths:
- Chief operating officer
- Entrepreneur
- General manager
- Director of operations
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative subject price in 2026: $3,813 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated annual price in 2026: $30,504 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- 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 course.