100% Online MBA

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21 August 2026
START DATE: 7 september 2026

100% Online

12-24 months2

Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide1

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Program overview

Study online Master of Business Administration at La Trobe University in a globally recognised business school. You’ll discuss real-world case studies, dive into research and try your hand at consulting projects to graduate with experience creating value in business. Choose from our suite of specialisation options, including digital health, cybersecurity in business, data analytics, governance, and international management. Develop evidence-based solutions to business challenges. Taught within an AACSB accredited institution and aligned to PRME, the MBA prepares you to lead sustainable change in today’s business world.

5 specialisation options

12-24 months to complete2

AACSB accredited business school

PRME aligned

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Ranked 2nd in Australia
1st in Victoria, 2nd in Australia and 14th globally by Corporate Knights Better World, 2024

Top 5 MBA Programs
in the 2024 QS World University Rankings – Online MBA Programs

Aligned to PRME
La Trobe Business School is a champion of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME)

Accredited by the EFMD
Accredited by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)

Ranked 6th in Australia
2nd in Victoria and 33rd in the world by CEO Magazine, 2024

AACSB accredited Business School
The La Trobe Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Customise your MBA and enhance your skills for executive success

Build advanced knowledge to drive innovation and empower organisational growth with La Trobe University’s MBA. We’ve designed this 100% online course to deliver knowledge and skills essential for leaders in today’s rapidly changing, global business landscape.

The Australian government predicts that over 28,000 new jobs will become available for managers with advanced degrees through 2026.3 As an MBA graduate, you can expect to earn over $100,000 per year.4

No matter which option you choose, you will study an industry-backed curriculum and learn from expert instructors, gaining the expertise to take your next professional step.

Master change management and leadership skills to guide digital transformation in health organisations. This specialisation is designed for professionals who want to enhance their business acumen in the emerging digital health space. Potential roles include:

  • Director of Digital Health
  • Digital Health Project Manager
  • Digital Health Technopreneur

Gain the background you need to manage skilled cybersecurity teams and position yourself for in-demand tech leadership roles. With our cybersecurity specialisation, you can protect and lead any organisation into the future digital economy. Potential roles include:

  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
  • Head of Information Security
  • Director of Cyber Security

Harness the power of data to make informed decisions and drive organisational growth. The data analytics specialisation trains you to recognise analytics needs, process complex data and use it to define business strategy. Potential roles include:

  • Chief Data Officer
  • Senior Data Analyst
  • Director of Operations Analytics

Master skills in corporate governance, social responsibility, board relations and strategic management. This specialisation is designed for professionals in government, NGOs or for-profit sectors who want to lead their organisations toward ethical, sustainable change. Potential roles include:

  • Board Chair
  • Executive Director
  • Sustainability Manager

Develop a comprehensive skill set to lead in our global economy. The international management specialisation prepares you to steer expansion into international marketplaces and manage teams and businesses worldwide. Potential roles include:

  • Export Manager
  • Global business Manager
  • International Marketing Manager

About us

We believe you need a powerful skill set beyond what you learn in a textbook. We teach you how to adapt to new situations, connect with others, take the lead and think differently, all while you build the skills and knowledge to advance your career.

Online learning with La Trobe

You’ll learn in an online classroom designed to fit around your life, offering flexible scheduling options and the opportunity to study whenever and wherever it suits you. With an online curriculum founded on research and exploring emerging industry trends, you’ll graduate ready for leadership and management opportunities.

Curriculum highlights

Our specialised MBA subjects allow you to study targeted areas most relevant to your career. An EFMD-accredited curriculum ensures you graduate with a portfolio that stands out to employers. Take your career to the next level with the future-ready skills employers are looking for.

BUA5VED Sustainable Development for Business

This subject is designed to develop your ability to critically assess the role of the UN Sustainable Development Goals in contemporary organisations. It also allows you to reflect on your role as a leader in terms of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

CSE5010 Inside the Mind of a Hacker

This subject explores the motivations, mindset and techniques used by hackers. By looking at systems and practices through the eyes of a hacker, you can better identify weaknesses and emerging threats and develop more effective defences. 

BUS5DWR Data Wrangling and R

This subject introduces you to the various data wrangling techniques with a strong focus on hands-on experience in R and SQL programming. It will cover the basic concepts in relational database design, including ER modelling and SQL as a tool for data wrangling. 

DIG5BDM Big Data and the Internet of Medical Things

The volume of health data is increasing exponentially in the digital age, providing more data for health management and research. You will gain an understanding of what big data is, why it is vital to the health sector, and how it can be used in real-world applications.

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Citations

  1. Times Higher Education (2024). World university rankings: Business and economics. https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/by-subject/business-and-economics
  2. 12-month duration applies to students with a full-time study load.
  3. Jobs and Skills Australia (2024). Labour market insights: Employment projections. https://www.jobsandskills.gov.au/data/labour-market-insights
  4. PayScale (2024). Master of Business Administration (MBA) salary in Australia. https://www.payscale.com/research/AU/Degree=Master_of_Business_Administration_(MBA)/Salary