Applying for a coursework degree

Applying is easy if you follow our three step process below. Whether you are an international or local student; need more information about the GMAT/GRE; or want to know what happens next; you will find answers and helpful links on this page.

step 1

Check the minimum entry requirements for the course to which you want to apply.

step 2 local applicants

Local applicants apply online. Local applicants are Australian citizens and permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, and holders of a permanent humanitarian visa.

To apply online you will need:

  • to complete the online application form below
  • a record of your undergraduate grades and grades for any further study (you may apply if you are awaiting final results as conditional offers can be given).
  • a statement of intent
  • your GMAT/GRE score – unless you qualify
    for an exemption Find out more
  • Evidence of work experience (if you are applying for a degree with this requirement).

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You will be notified of the outcome 10 business days after receipt of your application.

Local applications must be submitted by: 30 November for Semester One (February) entry and 31 May for Semester Two (July) entry,however late applications may be considered.

Graduate Access Melbourne

Graduate Access provides entry to graduate applicants whose personal circumstances have had an adverse effect on their academic achievement at the undergraduate level. Graduate Access is also for members of a specified group known to be underrepresented regardless of their cultural or socio-economic backgrounds. More

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step 2 International applicants

International applicants may apply in one of two ways:

  • Through one of our overseas representatives. Read more information on overseas representatives.
  • or to apply online you will need:
    • to complete the online application form below
    • a record of your undergraduate grades and grades for any further study (you may apply even if you are awaiting final results as conditional offers can be given).
    • a statement of intent
    • your GMAT/GRE score – unless you qualify
      for an exemption*
    • TOEFL or IELTS score if you are applying from a country where English is not the official language or the language of instruction and assessment
    • Evidence of work experience (if you are applying for a degree with this requirement)
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International applications must be submitted by: 31 October for Semester One (February) entry 30 April for Semester Two (July) entry.

Late applications may be accepted, however students are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid visa delays.

You will be notified of the outcome four weeks after receipt of your application.

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step 3

Supply original or certified copies of all qualifications:

  • this must include academic transcripts showing all subjects attempted and proof of completion of the degree.
  • if documents are not in English, a certified translation is required.
  • you can attach your supporting documents to your online application.
  • you will need to have access to scanned copies of your documents to upload them to your application.
  • please note that scanned versions of certified documents do not meet our verification requirements, but we can commence assessing your application.
  • we require that hard copies of certified documents are mailed to us before an unconditional offer can be made.

If you are an international student applying throug one of our authorised agents:

  • scanned and faxed copies of certified results forwarded by the agent do meet our verification requirements.
  • if you do not have access to a scanner, you will be able to submit your documents through the post or by fax.
  • if you are mailing your documents, please send certified copies,as originals are not kept and will not be returned.

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Selection guidelines

For GSBE programs that do not require specific pre-requisite subjects – we look at a minimum overall GPA only.

  • For programs that do require specific pre-requisite subjects – we look at a minimum overall GPA as well as achieving the minimum GPA in the pre-requisite subjects.
  • If you are applying to a program that has a work experience requirement, you must provide a current curriculum vitae (CV) that details your work experience. Your CV must be accompanied by reference letters from your employer(s) on company letterhead.

What is a statement of intent?

Your application must include a statement of intent of no more than 800 words. It should describe your personal motivation to undertake further study, and can include details of your personal circumstances as well as your life and work experiences. It should emphasise any aspect of your personal history that may enhance your application, including extra-curricular activity, community involvement, work experience, relevant personal characteristics and any outstanding achievements.

What do you mean by work experience?

All applicants to programs with work experience requirements must include a letter from their employer(s) outlining:

  • Nature of duties
  • Start and end dates of their employment
  • Whether the placement was part-time or full-time.

Letters must be written on company letterhead.

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Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) and the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

The GMAT and GRE are standardised tests delivered in English. They are used by leading
business schools around the world to assess applicant's readiness for graduate-level work.

Exemptions from the GMAT/GRE:

The following courses DO NOT require the GMAT:

  • Graduate Certificate in Marketing Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Communication and Customer Strategy
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Forensics

In addition, The GMAT/GRE is recommended but not mandatory (ie NOT REQUIRED) if you satisfy all of the following criteria:

  • have completed an undergraduate degree in Australia within 18 months of applying, AND;
  • are not applying to the Master of Accounting 1.5 year (12 subject) program

OR

You fit into the ‘humanitarian aid case’ category - ie. you are an applicant who:

  • is in receipt of a sponsored scholarship from a humanitarian aid organisation (eg AusAid)
  • holds a permanent Humanitarian Visa for Australia
  • can demonstrate that humanitarian crisis impacts on your ability to sit the GMAT/GRE (eg, residence in country where there has been a recent critical threat to their health, safety, security or wellbeing through armed conflict, epidemic, famine, or natural disaster).

*Please note: If you are applying for a graduate research degree, GMAT or GRE results are mandatory.

Should you choose the GMAT or the GRE?

If you are required to take a test for entry to the Master of Actuarial Science or the Master of Economics, then you are required to sit the GRE.

For all other GSBE courses you may choose between sitting the GMAT or the GRE.

What score(s) do I need to achieve?

The average GMAT score for incoming students is 610. GRE results should be comparable to this.

 What is your institution code?

The Graduate School of Business and Economics institution codes are as follows:

GMAT: 1ZK-80-47

GRE: 5992

Please ensure you select the Graduate School of Business and Economics using the above codes at the time of booking your test to ensure your official results are sent directly to us.

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Find out more about the GMAT

Visit www.mba.com for detailed information on the GMAT.

Find out more about the GRE

Visit www.ets.org/gre for more information.

Frequently asked questions

Read our list of frequently asked GMAT/GRE questions to find out about exam preparation and how to book a test.

English language requirements – coursework degrees

Applicants from countries where English is not the official language or the language of instruction and assessment must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Documentary evidence of having obtained the minimum scores required in either the American Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) within the previous 24 months is required.

TOEFL

Minimum score of 577 and score of 5.0 in Test of Written English (TWE).

TOEFL (Computer Based)

Minimum score of 233 and score of 5.0 on the Essay Rating.

TOEFL (Internet Based)

Overall 79; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13

IELTS

Minimum score of 6.0 on all bands and a minimum overall band score of 6.5.

Applicants may be provisionally offered a place in the program on the condition they attain the required minimum English proficiency level before commencing the program.

Non-native English speakers are also offered the opportunity and are encouraged to undertake the Diagnostic English Language Assessment (DELA) offered by the University during Orientation Week, to ascertain whether they might benefit from further English language assistance.

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