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Overview

The Master of International Business advances your business knowledge and gives you the skills to operate with an international perspective. The course is designed for recent graduates, and also provides an accelerated path for those with relevant work experience. The Master of International Business will build upon your undergraduate credentials and further strengthen your business skills. You will develop advanced and vital skills in analysis, problem solving, research and communication that can be applied in a variety of organisational settings. These skills will be demonstrated in a better understanding of the international world, exhibiting cross-cultural competence and ethical values. The inter-disciplinary nature of international business means that you will be engaged in studying international management, law, accounting, economics, marketing and strategy, which all help in developing your strategic and operational knowledge and skills, particularly relevant in understanding the complexity of the contemporary international environment. The Master of International Business can also provide a research pathway if you are interested in higher degrees by research. The course will prepare you with a comprehensive understanding of international business enabling you to provide discipline-based solutions across a variety of roles in the corporate, governmental and non-profit sectors.

Course structure

Part A. Advanced preparatory studies24 credit points

You must complete the following units

Part B. Core studies48 credit points

You must complete the following units

Part C. Elective studies24 credit points

You must complete 24 credit points at either Level 4 or 5 from the Faculty of Business and Economics or, electives from the School of Arts and Humanities or School of Information Technology (up to a maximum of 12 credit points).

Recommended Business and Economics units are listed below.

The handbook's description of this structure

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Advanced preparatory studies, Part B. Core studies and Part C. Elective studies.

Part A. Advanced preparatory studies

These units provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills across core business disciplines and a valuable contextual basis for further business study.

Part B. Core studies

These units will develop your capacity as a critical and creative professional who is able to apply their knowledge of international business, in different organisational contexts and settings.

Part C. Elective studies

The focus of these studies is professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development in international business and related areas.

Master's entry points

Depending on prior qualifications you may receive entry level credit (a form of block credit) which determines your point of entry to the course:

If you are admitted at entry level 1 you complete 96 credit points, comprising Part A, Part B and Part C.
If you are admitted at entry level 2 you complete 72 credit points, comprising Part B and Part C.
If you are admitted at entry level 3 you complete 48 credit points, comprising Part B

Note: if you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point option.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course comprises 96 credit points structured into three parts: Part A. Advanced preparatory studies (24 credit points), Part B. Core studies (48 credit points) and Part C. Elective studies (24 credit points).

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Advanced preparatory studies (24 credit points)

You must complete the following units.

ACM5903 Accounting for business
ECM5953 Economics
ETM5900 Business statistics
MKM5955 Marketing and the international consumer

Part B. Core studies (48 credit points)

You must complete the following units.

BFM5959 Accounting and finance for international managers
BTM5919 International trade law
BTM5909 Ethics and global corporate governance
ETM5950 Data analytics for business
MGM5181 International business strategy
MGM5310 International management
MGM5966 International business theory and practice
MKM5260 International marketing

Part C. Elective studies (24 credit points)

You must complete 24 credit points at either Level 4 or 5 from the Faculty of Business and Economics or, electives from the School of Arts and Humanities or School of Information Technology (up to a maximum of 12 credit points).

Recommended Business and Economics units are listed below:

BFM5014 Current issues in international finance
ECM5921 International economics
MGM5638 Asian business system
MGM5698 Global supply chain management
MGX5890 International study program in international business
MGM5251 Innovation and entrepreneurship

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1
demonstrate broad knowledge and technical skills in international business , including the use of digital technologies and techniques, to provide business solutions relevant to diverse stakeholders in dynamic global environments
2
critically analyse and solve international business problems, including appropriate use of digital technology, to support strategic decision-making in diverse global organisational contexts
3
communicate clearly, effectively and professionally in a business context with the ability to adapt to diverse contexts and audiences
4
apply research skills and evidence-based approach to business or entrepreneurial challenges
5
demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively and inclusively, contributing to a diverse team performance and the achievement of collective goals, and demonstrate leadership where appropriate
6
integrate a global mindset in the context of diverse cultures and global environments in business practices
7
embed ethical considerations into decision-making processes and propose solutions that result in sustainable outcomes for stakeholders and the environment
8
display critical reflective skills conducive to continuous self-improvement for their academic and career development.

Entry requirements

English language

Monash Level A, that is IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

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Other information

The Master of International Business advances your business knowledge and gives you the skills to operate with an international perspective. The course is designed for recent graduates, and also provides an accelerated path for those with relevant work experience. The Master of International Business will build upon your undergraduate credentials and further strengthen your business skills. You will develop advanced and vital skills in analysis, problem solving, research and communication that can be applied in a variety of organisational settings. These skills will be demonstrated in a better understanding of the international world, exhibiting cross-cultural competence and ethical values. The inter-disciplinary nature of international business means that you will be engaged in studying international management, law, accounting, economics, marketing and strategy, which all help in developing your strategic and operational knowledge and skills, particularly relevant in understanding the complexity of the contemporary international environment. The Master of International Business can also provide a research pathway if you are interested in higher degrees by research. The course will prepare you with a comprehensive understanding of international business enabling you to provide discipline-based solutions across a variety of roles in the corporate, governmental and non-profit sectors.

Common questions

How long is Master of International Business?

2 years full time, 96 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 4 semesters of full-time study.

Where can I study Master of International Business?

At Malaysia.

How do I plan my Master of International Business units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification: Master's Degree (Coursework)
AQF level: Level 9
Credit points: 96
Full time: 2 Years
Part time: 3 Years
Maximum time: 6 years

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
Abbreviation: MIB
Award title: Master of International Business
Handbook years: 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 20262027