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Entry requirements

 

The entry requirements described below should be viewed in the context of the AGSM MBA (full-time) Admissions Policy (pdf).

 

There are two pathways into the AGSM MBA program:

 

  • A good undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), minimum Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score of 550 and a minimum of 2 years professional or managerial work experience
  • At least 6 years professional work experience and a minimum GMAT score of 550

 

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Original or certified copies of recognised undergraduate degree, showing all grades and proof of completion/degree awarded. Degree must be equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. Under no circumstances can these be returned to applicants. Transcripts and a conferred degree in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Fails in prior university study are considered carefully by the Selection Committee. Reasons for failure should be attached for the Selection Committee to review. Exceptional career attainments acceptable to the School, may be considered in lieu of a degree.

 
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Minimum of 2 years' managerial/professional experience post degree.
 
The selection committee assesses the applicant's ability to benefit from and contribute to class room debate based on his or her previous work experience.
 
A minimum of two years full-time professional or managerial work experience is required after completion of an undergraduate degree.
 
A successful work history is an important criterion in the selection process.
 
A detailed CV is a requirement of the application process and should demonstrate a candidate's diverse and professional experience and leadership qualities.
 
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As part of the application process please submit a current Curriculum Vitae/ Resume which provides us with information on the following:
 
Full, legally recognised name
Educational qualifications (degree, name of institution, city, dates)
Employment history, for each position include:
length of employment - month/year for start and finish, position title and department, location, city, country, organisation details (i.e. products, size, annual turnover, number of staff, a detailed description of your role,, responsibilities and achievements) provide any details on professional memberships (e.g. CPA/ICAA)
Personal details, including awards, prizes, personal achievements, club memberships, interests, languages, citizenship and residency.
 
Assessment criteria
It is important to note that when preparing your CV/Resume, that the information you provide will be assessed based on the following competencies:
 
  1. Written communication - clearly and logically expressing ideas in writing using appropriate terminology and good grammatical form. 
  2. Business management - establishing a course of action to perform complicated tasks successfully. 
  3. Leadership - demonstrating individual leadership by taking a principal role in identifying goals, determining strategies and initiating actions and/or demonstrating team leadership by guiding groups of people to work effectively together. 
  4. Adaptability to change - maintaining effectiveness in changing organisational situations and in different cultures. 
  5. Influence and decision making - using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to persuade others internal or external to the organisation of an idea, product or service and exercising appropriate judgement in reaching conclusions based on factual information and logic. 
  6. Leadership potential - assessment is based on leadership history at school, university, in the workplace, the personal statement essays and referees' reports. The criteria include: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; a willingness to show leadership in a team environment; a high degree of self-confidence and independence of mind; a strong sense of commitment and drive to succeed, combined with a preparedness to be flexible when required; a willingness, based on natural curiosity, to learn continually, interview.
 
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All applicants must provide certified proof of identity with their applications. Proof of identity is defined as photo identification showing your legally recognised full name, date of birth and photo. Appropriate documentation is one of the following:
 
Australian Citizens can provide either photo page of passport or copy of drivers licence;
 
Australian Permanent Residents and Other Visa Holders must provide the photo page of passport and copy of Visa.
 

English language requirement

Students must be able to conduct vigorous classroom debate in English. If there is any concern noted with the quality of your English abilities as demonstrated in your application, the Selection Committee reserves the right to request additional documentation (IELTS/ TOEFL) to support your application regardless of nationality or residency.

 

Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information regarding minimum English test requirements.

 

International applications

All international applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete applications well before the 1st or 2nd round deadlines to avoid any possible delays pertaining to a visa application, and to allow for relocation arrangements to be made in the case of an offer being made.

 

Student visas

It is essential that international applicants apply for a student visa at an Australian Consulate as soon as the decision to accept the place on the AGSM MBA program is made, as visa applications can take up to three months to be resolved; six months in the case of DIAC Assessment Level 4 countries. *

 

The application process for a student visa can be complex and unexpected delays can occur. It is the student’s responsibility to allow enough time to organise their visa.

 

The student visa regulations may require you to have sat an IELTS test prior to lodging your application for a student visa. You should refer to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website or your local Australian Consulate for more information. The UNSW International website is also a useful resource.

 

*A list of these countries is available at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website.

 

Interview

After reviewing applications for the AGSM MBA program, the selection committee may request that an applicant participates in one or two interviews. These interviews will enable the committee to obtain further information to assist in the selection process.

 

Depending on the level of detail required from the applicant, the interview will either be a 'formal interview', conducted by a member of the selection committee which will be approximately 30-45 minutes in length, or a 'brief interview' conducted by an AGSM MBA representative overseas which is approximately 5-10 minutes in length.

 

Applicants should note that the interview is a formal and assessable component of the application process.

 

What next?

Please visit the How to apply page for further information regarding the AGSM MBA application process. If you have any further questions please contact the AGSM MBA Admissions Office.
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