Full-Time MBA
Reset your career in 16 intensive months at Australia's #1-ranked MBA. AGSM blends leadership, strategy and hands-on consulting projects in the heart of Sydney — Australia's financial capital — with a 2–3 year post-study work visa on the other side.
- ✓ Australia's #1-ranked MBA at a world-top-20 university (UNSW, QS 2026)
- ✓ Intensive 16-month full-time format — back to work fast, with real consulting projects
- ✓ Based in Sydney, Australia's financial hub — plus a 2–3 year post-study work visa
The AGSM full-time MBA builds a rigorous foundation across strategy, finance, marketing, analytics and leadership, then applies it through consulting projects, electives and the Career Accelerator. It's designed for professionals ready to step up or switch industries.
Sydney is Australia's business capital, and AGSM's employer network runs deep into consulting, banking and tech. A master's-level qualification also opens a 2–3 year post-study work visa and skilled-migration pathways.
Same field, different schools
| School | Country | Level | Duration | Total tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGSM (UNSW) ★ This programme | 🇦🇺 Australia | Master's | 16 months | AU$98,160 |
| Rotman (Toronto) QS #21 | 🇨🇦 Canada | Master's | 2 years | CA$135,300 |
| ASU W.P. Carey Top US public | 🇺🇸 USA | Master's | 2 years | $118,000 |
| ESADE MBA QS #13 biz | 🇪🇸 Spain | Master's | 12–18 months | €79,300 |
What you'll need
| Academic | Recognised undergraduate degree (any discipline) | |
| Work experience | ~2+ years full-time professional experience | |
| Test | Competitive GMAT (typically 600+) or GRE | |
| English | IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 94 | |
Strong professional experience can offset a modest GMAT, and waivers exist for some candidates. Your counsellor helps you position your application to AGSM's strengths.
Core & experiential
Career outcomes
AU$130k+
Typical post-MBA base salary
2–3 yr 485 visa
Post-study work rights in Australia
Top employers
McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, Macquarie, Amazon
Sydney hub
Australia's financial capital on your doorstep
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Total, 16-month program | AU$98,160 |
| OSHC (health cover) | Mandatory for student visa | ~AU$800 (duration) |
| Student visa fee | Subclass 500 | A$2,000 |
| Deposit | To confirm your place | Varies |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Collateral-free loans for international students at top-ranked business schools, assessed on your future earning potential rather than a cosigner.
Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term and unlimited during scheduled breaks — useful alongside the MBA's consulting projects and networking.
Monthly budget in Sydney
Sydney is Australia's largest and most expensive city, but also its financial and business capital — the career and networking payoff is significant. Sharing accommodation is the norm for students.
Student-visa financial requirement: A$29,710/year living costs in addition to tuition and travel — via bank statements or approved evidence.
Australian student visa requirements
| Visa type | Student Visa (subclass 500) | |
| CoE required | Confirmation of Enrolment from UNSW | |
| Application fee | A$2,000 | |
| Financial proof | A$29,710/year living + tuition + travel | |
| Health cover | OSHC mandatory (~A$500–700/year) | |
| Post-graduation | Temporary Graduate visa (485) — ~2–3 years (master's) | |
Hear from our students
"AGSM's intensive format meant I was back in the workforce fast — and the Career Accelerator landed me a consulting role in Sydney. My counsellor timed my application for an early round and I won a merit scholarship."
"I moved from engineering into product management through this MBA. Sydney is expensive but the network is world-class, and the post-study work visa let me stay and build my career here."
Frequently asked questions
Ready to apply for the AGSM MBA?
Start your free application with a counsellor who knows AGSM admissions and Australian post-study pathways.