University of Melbourne

What you'll study

The programme builds foundational management capabilities across areas such as organisational behaviour, strategy, accounting and finance for managers, marketing, operations and decision analytics. Study usually combines core subjects that establish a shared management framework with elective streams that allow you to deepen expertise in topics like consulting and strategy, marketing and customer analytics, human resources and organisational change, entrepreneurship and innovation, or operations and supply chain management.

Teaching blends lectures, case studies, group projects, simulations and applied capstone projects or industry placements. Typical modules cover:

• Management fundamentals: organisational behaviour, leadership, business ethics and corporate responsibility.
• Analytical and financial skills: managerial accounting, corporate finance concepts for managers, business analytics and decision-making tools.
• Strategy and marketing: competitive strategy, marketing management, customer insight and brand strategy.
• Operations and people: operations management, project management, talent management and organisational change.
• Applied learning: consulting projects, industry-based capstones, or experiential workshops with real organisational briefs.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold an undergraduate degree from a recognised university. Degrees in any discipline are considered, though you should demonstrate strong academic performance and evidence of quantitative and communication ability. Relevant work experience can strengthen an application but is not always required for admission.

International applicants must demonstrate English-language proficiency through recognised tests or equivalent university-level study in English. The University also considers supporting documents such as a CV, academic transcript, personal statement and referee reports; some applicants may be invited to an interview.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a wide range of roles across private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Common career destinations include management consulting, business analysis, product or marketing management, operations and supply chain roles, project management and human resources. The degree also provides a platform for entrepreneurs and for those who later pursue further postgraduate study such as an MBA or specialised masters.

The programme emphasises practical skills employers seek — problem solving, teamwork, data-informed decision-making and communication — and is supported by industry engagement, recruitment events and the University’s professional networks.

Why study at University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne offers this programme through its business school environment, providing access to experienced academics, industry practitioners and a broad alumni network. Students benefit from a metropolitan location with strong links to corporate and public-sector employers and opportunities for internships and applied projects.

The curriculum emphasises experiential learning and contemporary business practice, and the University provides career support services, workshops and networking events to help students transition into management roles. The interdisciplinary culture of the University also means you can draw on resources and electives across faculties to tailor your learning to specific industry interests.