Master of Business Administration

Program Overview

The MBA degree is particularly suited to CMAs seeking to advance their career in general management. Graduates find opportunities in public and private sectors, and within for-profit and not-for-profit organisations. Alternatively, they may choose to start their own business.

Who Is This For?

• ICMA members with non-business undergraduate degrees
• Professionals seeking a graduate qualification in business
• CMAs wanting to advance into general management roles
• Individuals targeting national or international career paths

Program Delivery

• 100% online through Calwest Tubeclasses platform
• Self-paced study with video lectures and presentations
• Compulsory textbooks for each course
• Optional face-to-face tutorial seminars (additional fee)
• Research components with supervisor guidance

Eligibility

• Current ICMA membership (or pay membership renewal as part of application — non-members can become Affiliate Members via the Calwest application process)
• Recognized undergraduate degree, or equivalent professional qualification, in any discipline
• Minimum age: 22 years
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience

English Proficiency

The language of instruction and assessment is English. Applicants without appropriate previous academic experience in an English language environment must meet one of the following minimum scores:

• TOEFL — 530 (paper) / IBT 71 (internet-based)
• IELTS — 6.5
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) — 50
• CEFR — B2
• ACT Compass — Level 3
• TOEIC or Berlitz Online Proficiency Test (equivalent level)

Pathways & Cost

Cost ranges from US$5,350 (MBA for CMAs, or MBA with maximum RPL credit) up to US$10,150 (MBA with no RPL credit) — see the ICMA Members pathways page for full breakdowns.