Executive Master of Business Administration

Program summary

Program title: Executive Master of Business Administration
Award abbreviation: EMBA
Degree type: coursework
Study mode: on campus
Duration: 2 years
Commence: Starts end of February in the first year of study and continues each month until the end of November. After a short break at the end of the year, the EMBA re-commences in early January. There is only one intake each year.
Fee type 2012: postgraduate coursework places, international fee-paying places
Total courses: 24
USC program code: BU791
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa

As a busy executive, you can upgrade your qualifications via intensive weekend classes.

The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) allows you to advance your knowledge in a unique format where students progress through the program with the same group of peers. The program focuses on managers who are capable of intensive and focused study, but are time-poor. Only EMBA students with significant work experience attend the classes, with delivery through intensive weekend workshops once a month for two years.

The EMBA is a professionally oriented program of study that develops your understanding and problem-solving ability in business and management issues relevant to both public and private sector organisations. You have the opportunity to enhance your strategic thinking, leadership skills and competencies, in areas such as marketing, accounting, financial management and economics. The EMBA integrates skills across key business areas, and involves reflection and learning from real examples of business strategy and its implementation

The EMBA gives you an opportunity to network with peers and industry leaders, and enables you to develop business and industry contacts. Working with a cohort lays the foundations for a powerful learning environment, and the program uses computer-based simulations and problem-solving activities to challenge skills, attitudes and beliefs. Teaching staff are from both USC and external organisations.

The EMBA is delivered on campus at USC on one weekend each month across 22 months. For the assigned weekends, you will need to be available to attend classes. The EMBA program commences at the end of February for the first year of study, and continues each month until the end of November. After a short break at the end of the year, the program will re-commence in the second week of January. Each weekend of delivery combines two or three courses so that delivery of a single course is not concentrated in one weekend. In addition, exams are conducted progressively throughout the scheduled weekends, not at a separate time.

Due to this intensive delivery mode, you are able to gain a real sense of achievement and progress. To be considered for admission, you must have at least five years senior managerial work experience and attend an interview.

Program delivery mode

The EMBA will be delivered on campus at USC on one weekend each month across 22 months. For the assigned weekends students will need to be available to attend classes as follows:

The EMBA program will commence at the end of February for the first year of study, and continue each month until the end of November. After a short break at the end of the year, the program will commence again in the second week of January.

Each weekend of delivery combines two or three courses so that delivery of a single course is not concentrated in one weekend. In addition, exams are conducted progressively throughout the scheduled weekends, not at a separate time. Due to this intensive delivery mode students are able to gain a real sense of achievement and progress.

Scholarships

Candidates wishing to apply for a scholarship must complete a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Scholarships are available at several levels, including a half waiver of full fees, and a quarter waiver of full fees.

The level of scholarship awarded will depend on the achievements evidenced by prospective students as part of their admissions process. Further information will be provided on request for prospective students interested in applying for a scholarship.

For more information visit Student scholarships for Business masters programs.

Enquiries

Faculty of Arts and Business
Tel: + 61 7 5430 1259
Fax: + 61 7 5430 2859
Email: FABinfo@usc.edu.au

Admission requirements

To be considered for admission, applicants must:

• have a prior degree #, and
• have at least five years senior managerial work experience, and
• attend an interview.

# In the absence of an undergraduate degree the Faculty will consider evidence of the applicant’s ability to study at a graduate level. This may include:

• partial completion of an undergraduate degree with a minimum of a GPA of 4 (on a 7-point scale) or equivalent
• other post secondary qualifications

In some cases it may require the candidate to complete the Business Select Entrance Test for Business Schools or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).

Advanced standing

Students with an undergraduate degree

No advanced standing will be granted to students with an undergraduate qualification.

Students with postgraduate qualifications

Students who have completed postgraduate courses elsewhere may apply for advanced standing up to a maximum of 50 percent for the Master of Business Administration, Graduate Certificate in Business Administration and the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration. The content of the courses would need to overlap the University of the Sunshine Coast course content by at least 75 percent.

Intakes – when to apply

There will be only one intake at the commencement of each year. Prospective candidates should apply by no later than 30 January.

Study Plan

This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.

For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:

• Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
• Select the program in which you are enrolled.
• Scroll down to your relevant Program Structure.

Program requirements and notes

• Student must complete a minimum of 24 courses including all required courses listed below.
• Not available to international students on a Student Visa.

Program structure

Required courses: (16)

Elective courses: (8)
Select 8 courses from:

^ Subject to approval. Management Project A, B and C are not open for student enrolment. These courses are for students who are given substitutes upon entry and require the Faculty’s approval.

TOTAL UNITS 144

Why choose USC? 

It’s the best of both worlds. Students choose USC for its industry focused degrees, experienced academics, student support, overseas study opportunities and relaxed campus atmosphere.

Am I eligible for university study?

Find out what qualifications you need to apply for entry into your proposed study program. If you don’t have the required qualifications, there may be alternative pathways you can take to gain entry to USC.

If you have previously undertaken university or TAFE studies, you may be eligible for credit transfer. 

If English is not your first language, you need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. This requirement applies to all students intending to study at the University.

How do I submit an application?

• Current Year 12 students—regardless of whether you are OP-eligible or not—apply for university using the Twelve to Tertiary (TTT) application service on the QTAC website
• Non-school leavers use the Apply by Web (ABW) online application service on the QTAC website
• Postgraduate applicants apply directly to USC
• International students apply directly to USC International
• All other applicants

When should I apply?

Check if the program is offered in Semester 1 and / or Semester 2, then follow the deadlines on the application calendar. The academic calendar provides all the key dates you need to know as a student at USC.

What happens next?

Accept your offer with QTAC (if applicable) and USC, enrol in your classes and attend Orientation.

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to apply:

• Online: find answers to commonly asked questions in the Student FAQs
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business

As a USC student, you will need to refer to your study plan to enrol in the appropriate courses each semester or session.

Find out more about how to enrol or follow these steps:

1. Check the open enrolment dates and the academic calendar for key dates
2. Refer to your Study Plan to plan your courses for the study period
3. Find your courses and decide on your classes in the class timetable
4. Log on to USC Central and enrol in courses and classes
5. Register your major or minor with your faculty (if applicable)
6. Apply for credit transfer or cross-institutional study (if applicable)
7. Pay required study fees by the fee due date

Useful links

• Getting Started Guide
• USC Central Guide
• Common enrolment problems
• Class timetables
• Academic Calendar
• Faculty major and minor offerings
• Student-related policies, plans and procedures
• Contact Student Administration

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to enrol:

• Online: Refer to the USC Central Guide
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business