University of Western Australia

What you'll study

The Master of Management combines core management disciplines with applied, skills-based learning. Core topics typically include organisational behaviour and leadership, strategic management, managerial accounting and finance, marketing management, operations and supply chain fundamentals, and business analytics. Students also study research methods for managers and choose from elective units that may cover entrepreneurship, project management, human resource management, international business, corporate governance and sustainability.

Teaching is delivered through a mix of lectures, case studies, group projects and industry-informed assessments. Many students complete a capstone unit or consultancy-style project that applies management theory to a real organisational problem, and there are opportunities for industry engagement, guest speakers and practical workshops to develop communication, negotiation and team leadership skills.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally required to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. The programme is designed for graduates from any undergraduate discipline; applicants without a business background may be asked to complete introductory or bridging units. Relevant professional experience can strengthen an application but is not always mandatory.

All applicants whose prior education was not in English must demonstrate English language proficiency to the University’s required standard. Specific academic requirements, recognised qualifications and evidence of English language ability are detailed on the University of Western Australia admissions pages.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master of Management go into a broad range of roles across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Common career paths include management consulting, business analysis, project and operations management, human resources and organisational development, marketing and product management, and general management roles in firms across industries such as resources and energy, agribusiness, healthcare, financial services and professional services.

The degree also provides a foundation for entrepreneurial ventures or further study, including specialised master’s coursework or research degrees, and is valued by employers looking for graduates with problem-solving skills, commercial awareness and the ability to lead and influence teams.

Why study at University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia’s Business School offers a learning environment with strong links to industry in Perth and the broader Western Australian economy, including sectors such as resources, energy, agribusiness and professional services. Small class sizes and industry-engaged teaching provide practical exposure and networking opportunities.

Students benefit from UWA’s research-informed curriculum, access to career development support and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the University. Perth’s position as a regional business hub and UWA’s international partnerships also create options for professional internships, guest-industry projects and student exchanges for those seeking broader international experience.