Master of Business Administration Sustainable Leadership
Charles Darwin University
Key Information
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Campus location
Sydney, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
AUD 34,720 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
04 Mar 2024
Introduction
As a graduate of this course, you will have developed business skills to run organizations of all sizes, in ways that are future-focused and not solely profit-driven. You will have a deep understanding of genuinely sustainable business practices.
This course will guide you through how businesses can operate both profitably and in a manner that supports society, the economy, and the environment. In addition to the traditional core MBA business competencies, this course will provide the essential knowledge and skills required by the sustainable enterprises and businesses of the future, including developing effective sustainability and CSR strategy, designing and implementing sustainability initiatives, as well sustainability disclosure and reporting. You will also have the opportunity to undertake an applied professional business placement or select specialist electives that support your chosen career pathway.
Why Study Business at CDU?
Learn from internationally recognized academics when you study Business at CDU. Future-proof your career with accredited courses built on sustainable business practices and innovation. You'll graduate ready to make an impact on the global market.
- #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- Industry experts with experience in Australia, the Asia Pacific, and beyond
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
We offer an exciting and generous range of scholarships to support international students coming to study at CDU from around the globe. Our scholarships reward high-achieving students with outstanding academic accomplishments and who contribute to the potential to make a positive impact on the world.
- Vice-Chancellor's International High Achievers Scholarships (VCIHAS)
- CDU Global Merit Scholarship 2023 - 2024
- 2023 CDU International College Pathway Scholarship
- 2023 ELICOS Scholarship
- Dili International School Scholarship
- 2024 CDU Bachelor of Nursing Scholarship
Australian or Northern Territory Government Scholarships
CDU provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and research courses for Australia Awards Scholarship students. Australia Awards Scholarship students enjoy the support services offered to all International students, plus:
- Support from the University's designated Australia Awards Scholarship Officer
- A special Introductory Academic Program
- Additional tuition support as recommended by academic staff
Curriculum
The MBA Sustainable Leadership will provide you with the opportunity to develop a serious understanding of sustainable business practice in our rapidly changing world. You will complete units focusing on leadership, sustainable enterprise, design thinking for sustainable innovation, business analytics, global megatrends, economics, finance, investment, entrepreneurship, strategy, and management through a framework of sustainability theory and practice. You will gain significant experience through a social enterprise and consulting project.
Students Commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plans provided below are suitable for students commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard full-time or part-time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial, or other reasons should use these as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Standard Full-time Study Plan
Year 1
Semester 1
- BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise
- BUS507 Global Market and Sustainability Strategy
- MAN514 Management for the Executive
- ECO505 Economics of Sustainability
Semester 2
- BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation
- BUS508 Business Analytics
- Specialist Elective 1
- Specialist Elective 2
Year 2
Semester 1
- Specialist Elective 3
- Specialist Elective 4
- Specialist Elective 5
- Specialist Elective 6
Semester 2
- Specialist Elective 7
- Specialist Elective 8
- BUS610 Sustainable Enterprise Consulting Project (20cp)
Students Commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plans provided below are suitable for students commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard full-time or part-time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial, or other reasons should use these as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
- BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise
- BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation
- BUS508 Business Analytics
- ECO505 Economics of Sustainability
Year 2
Semester 1
- BUS507 Global Market and Sustainability Strategy
- MAN514 Management for the Executive
- Specialist Elective 1
- Specialist Elective 2
Semester 2
- Specialist Elective 3
- Specialist Elective 4
- Specialist Elective 5
- Specialist Elective 6
Year 3
Semester 1
- Specialist Elective 7
- Specialist Elective 8
- BUS610 Sustainable Enterprise Consulting Project (20cp)
Students Commencing in Summer Semester
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in the Summer Semester and enrolling in a standard full-time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial, or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Semester
- BUS504 Sustainable Enterprise
- BUS505 Design Thinking for Sustainable Innovation
- BUS508 Business Analytics
- ECO505 Economics of Sustainability
Year 2
Semester 1
- BUS507 Global Market and Sustainability Strategy
- MAN514 Management for the Executive
- Specialist Elective 1
- Specialist Elective 2
Semester 2
- Specialist Elective 3
- Specialist Elective 4
- Specialist Elective 5
- Specialist Elective 6
Year 3
Semester 1
- Specialist Elective 7
- Specialist Elective 8
- BUS610 Sustainable Enterprise Consulting Project (20cp)