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Melbourne Business School (University of Melbourne)
MBA
Melbourne Business School (University of Melbourne)
Course Overview
The Melbourne Business School Full-Time MBA is a one-year program built for mid-career professionals (average 5+ years of work experience), delivered at MBS's Carlton campus next to the University of Melbourne. For Sri Lankan applicants with strong post-A/L work history, it is the highest-ranked MBA in Australia and the regional alternative to INSEAD or LBS without the European fee bill.
The curriculum opens with core management foundations (finance, strategy, marketing, data analytics) and pivots into electives plus a Global Immersion module and capstone consulting project with an Australian company. Career services is the standout — most cohorts secure post-MBA roles in consulting, banking, or tech within Melbourne and Sydney before graduation.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with strong academic record.
- check_circle Minimum 2 years of full-time professional work experience — typical admit has 5+ years.
- check_circle GMAT or GRE required; competitive GMAT range 650-700 (executive assessment also accepted).
- check_circle Two professional references, essays, and an admissions interview.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 7.0 Overall (min 6.5 in each section).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 94 Overall (min 24 writing, 24 speaking, 21 reading, 21 listening).
- check_circle Waived for applicants whose Bachelor's degree was taught entirely in English.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (12 months) | AUD 120,384 | Rs. 25,280,600 |
| Living Expenses (12 months) | AUD 29,710 | Rs. 6,239,100 |
| OSHC Health Cover + Visa | AUD 2,800 | Rs. 588,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | AUD 152,894 | Rs. 32,107,700 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
MBS graduates are eligible for the 2-year 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (3 years for select streams), with most cohorts placing into consulting (Bain, McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte), banking (NAB, ANZ, Macquarie), and tech (Atlassian, Canva, Amazon) before graduation. Strong PR pathway through Business Analyst and Management Consultant occupations on the Skilled Occupation List.
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