Master of Business Administration

Admission criteria

Entry into the MBA requires the following:

  • Recognised bachelor's degree
  • 3 years' professional work experience -  Professional work experience should typically be gained post-graduation and demonstrate leadership through direct supervision, management of people or projects, or the delivery of organisational change initiatives. Applicants should have a minimum of three years' experience in a dedicated supervisory or management role.
  • A  CV or resume detailing employment history, job titles and responsibilities
  • Two professional referee reports are required -  Referees should have direct knowledge of the applicant's professional achievements and be able to comment on their leadership skills, management capability, professional conduct, and readiness for advanced business study. Personal references are not accepted.

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Admission criteria

Entry into the MBA requires the following:

  • Recognised bachelor's degree
  • 3 years' professional work experience -  Professional work experience should typically be gained post-graduation and demonstrate leadership through direct supervision, management of people or projects, or the delivery of organisational change initiatives. Applicants should have a minimum of three years' experience in a dedicated supervisory or management role.
  • A  CV or resume detailing employment history, job titles and responsibilities
  • Two professional referee reports are required -  Referees should have direct knowledge of the applicant's professional achievements and be able to comment on their leadership skills, management capability, professional conduct, and readiness for advanced business study. Personal references are not accepted.

English language proficiency requirements

Bond's programs are taught and assessed in English, so depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This may include submitting results from an approved English Language Test taken in the past two years - you can see the required results for the most common approved tests below. There are other ways to demonstrate English language proficiency and gain entry into this program, including demonstrating prior study in English, or other qualifications. If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT)
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)

Alternative entry options

If you don't currently hold the required academic qualifications, there are other pathways for you to demonstrate that you have met these requirements, and gain entry into your program.

We understand that everyone's journey is different. So if you don't currently hold the required academic qualifications, don't worry! There are alternative pathways for you to gain entry into this program. If you would like to discuss your entry pathways, please contact us.

Prior Higher Education Study

This does not apply to this program. 

Prior Higher Education Study

This does not apply to this program. 

Work Experience

You may use prior work experience to apply for entry into this program. To do so, you will need to provide documentation of your employment history, including providing a statement from your employer about your position, time in the role, and a brief overview of the role you performed.

Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

We proudly support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applications in gaining entry to Bond. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to contact the Bond University Nyombil Centre for advice and assistance in applying to and studying at Bond.

Credit for prior learning

If you have completed previous tertiary studies, you may be able to gain credit for previous subjects. To apply, you will need to submit your academic transcripts to the Office of Future Students, including detailed subject outlines or course descriptions for each relevant subject. We're here to help you through this process.

Applying and key dates

You can apply to study at Bond at any time before the start of your chosen starting semester. Find out more about the important dates for your application.

Pathway programs

CRICOS Code: 0100508

Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - BN-13002

  • Business, Commerce, and Entrepreneurship
  • 8 months (2 semesters)
  • Graduate Diploma
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CRICOS Code: 078187F

Graduate Certificate in Business Administration - BN-13117

  • Business, Commerce, and Entrepreneurship
  • 4 months (1 semester)
  • Graduate Certificate
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