MBA programs and education directory - Asia's Top MBAs - masters of business administration

Business Asia, Nov, 2002

Australian Graduate School of Management

History

The Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) was established as a faculty of the University of New South Wales admitting its first MBA class in 1977. In 1999 it became a school of the University of New South Wales and the University of Sydney. Today the AGSM is viewed worldwide as one of the leading business schools in Australia and Asia.

Contact details

Name: Chris Kelly
Address: AGSM, University of New South Wales,
UNSW Sydney NSW 2052
Phone: +61 2 9931 9412
Fax: +61 2 9931 9231
Email: mba@agsm.edu.au
Website: www.agsm.edu.au
CRICOS Provider Code: 00098G

Location & Ambience

The AGSM is a dedicated postgraduate campus, located at the University of New South Wales, in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, Australia. We are 15 minutes from the CBD and Harbour in one direction, and 5 minutes from ocean beaches in the other.

Vital statistics

As a leader in business education for 25 years, the AGSM as built a solid reputation for its contribution to the business community through research and teaching. World-class courses are designed and taught by 45 full-time faculty members, all experts in their specialist fields. The AGSM has over 8000 alumni spread across the world, networked by numerous active alumni branches. Current students number 269 full-time MBA, 2518 MBA (Executive) and 48 PhD students. The AGSM is Australia's only national business school, teaching the MBA (Executive) at 11 campuses in 6 capital cities of Australia.

Key Advantages

* Quality MBA program--Ranked number 10 in Australia by the Financial Times (UK) 2001 & 2002

* International accreditation--First school in Australia to gain AACSB accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to quality & continuous improvement (AACSB is regarded as the world's premier, independent agency for business administration degree programs)

* Quality students with average 6 years work experience and GMAT score of 635

* Personal attention--full time MBA program limited to 180 new students

* Fast track--complete the program in 15 to 18 months

* Global focus--60% international faculty, 45% international students, exchange program with 31 leading schools worldwide

* Total cost less that you would expect to pay in Europe or USA

* Dedicated mentors provide support to all new students

* Supported by resources from 2 of Australia's most prestigious universities--University of New South Wales and University of Sydney

Programs

The full time MBA program gives you a depth of understanding across the core disciplines of management. It is a generalist, rather than a specialist degree. We balance theory with practical application, using the most current and relevant research. The full-time MBA can be completed in 15 or 18 months. Your first 2 terms will complete the core phase of the program, 10 courses and 3 integrative programs. The following 3 or 4 terms complete the elective phase, during which time you will select 12 courses from the broad range on offer. Students can apply for an internship or overseas exchange during the elective phase of the program.

Entry Requirements

For the full-time MBA

* An undergraduate degree

* GMAT score of at least 550 overall, 25 verbal

* At least 2 years professional/managerial work experience

* GPA of at least 2.0

* Verbal and written English skills--IELTS minimum 6.0 in each category, 6.5 overall; TOFEL minimum 600 overall, 5.0 written

Costs

Local students: A$44,100 *. International students: A$54,600 * (* total tuition including course materials for 2003 entry)

Education Modes

The full-time MBA is taught face-to-face by AGSM faculty. A considerable amount of emphasis is placed on teamwork and you will complete projects and assignments both as a member and a leader of syndicate groups. You will complete 3 required Integrative Programs (IPs). These intensive courses show you how to solve real-world business problems using a multi-disciplinary approach. Career Services and Management Communication Skills programs support you as you identify and pursue new career opportunities.

Student Profile

* Average age--30 years

* International--35%

* Countries represented--31

* Females--25%

* Average work experience--6 years

* GMAT average--635

Alumni

The AGSM has over 8000 alumni worldwide with active alumni branches hosting regular events in Asia Pacific, US and Europe. Life long email addresses ensure alumni can maintain strong connections with the school and each other long after they graduate. Formal alliances with other alumni groups from high profile US and UK schools has created an even more valuable, diverse, international network of people from which to learn.

International Connections

The AGSM has a campus in Hong Kong, teaching a part-time MBA program. Current students number 250. The full-time MBA program (Sydney) has an exchange program with 31 leading business schools in Europe, US and Asia.

Industry Connections

The AGSM, through it's teaching, research, students and consulting, has developed valuable links with many respected members of the business community, including its Advisory Council and corporate sponsors. These connections assist the AGSM to focus on research and teaching that is directly relevant to today's business needs.