15/06/2009 | Business School Profiles

Brisbane Graduate School of Business

A flexible and innovative structure, quality learning experiences, contemporary business knowledge, extensive peer interaction and global orientation make QUT’s MBA unique, a leading program in the field and a great career move.

International recognition

The QUT MBA was one of the first programs in Australia to be accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), and the Faculty of Business one of the first to have achieved international accreditation with EQUIS and AACSB.

These accreditations are hallmarks of excellence, indicating QUT’s commitment to the highest possible standard in business education.

An innovative MBA for the Real World

The MBA suite of programs lets you build a distinct generalist management degree with a wide variety of concentrations and minors. Our MBA offers highquality management education with an emphasis on developing and preparing you for future leadership
roles.

Our short, intensive units deliver a range of core units providing you with exposure to the breadth of business knowledge; and our elective units give you the opportunity to add depth to your MBA in one or more areas of interest.

Our extensive links with the business community through research and consultancy activities provide a rich learning environment, which incorporates our research expertise with practical industry exposure.

QUT students are transformed into global business professionals through the critical diagnosis and analysis of business situations and the promotion of innovative and entrepreneurial solutions. The practical nature of our course means that our students apply the concepts and management techniques learned in class directly to their workplace.

Learning enrichment and work experience

We strive to educate current and future business leaders to become innovative and strategic thinkers. Our learning methods incorporate case analysis, practical activities, individual and group presentations, peer interaction, group discussions and debates to enhance your communication skills and self-confidence.

We encourage you to undertake workplace projects and also offer an MBA internship program that gives you an opportunity to gain practical skills and experience while establishing solid industry connections.

Developing business networks is assisted through the Brisbane Executive Club (BEC), an alumni association of current and past BGSB students. The BEC provides a link between BGSB students, alumni and the wider business community through networking events.

Internationalisation

Our students operate in the global marketplace, so we ensure you are exposed to the international environment through visiting international teaching staff. We encourage students to work together and use their entrepreneurial skills and abilities to compete at international business competitions. These initiatives are designed to enhance the quality of entrepreneurship and management education, to increase the rate of success for new ventures and to extend national and international networks for young entrepreneurs and educators.

Visit our web site www.bgsb.qut.au for more information.

Alumni Profile:

José Grande, Mining Support Coordinator, CBC Aust Pty Ltd
QUT MBA Graduate, 2008

Why did you choose QUT’s MBA?

I chose to study with QUT because of the University’s international recognition and the fact that the QUT’s Faculty of Business holds triple accreditation with AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS. I also appreciated the flexibility of QUT’s MBA - the structure allowed me
to fulfil my study, professional personal obligations. QUT is also conveniently located within the Brisbane CBD.

What did you gain from studying alongside your fellow students?

QUT offers cultural diversity, fantastic staff and nice facilities. I had the opportunity to exchange diverse experiences with fellow classmates, who came from many different countries and many different careers. My professional networks have been expanded and my career pathway has changed.

Course benefits

The experience of earning my QUT MBA was 100% worthwhile. It is an experience that lifts you into a new level in your life and changes the way you see things. The MBA has improved my ability to cope with different problems in a very wide range of areas.
I am more able to understand different contexts and provide solutions in an innovative way. I encourage and drive change. Leading people has become a relevant factor in my work life. Today, businesses are moving fast and they have to deal with aggressive
competitors and markets. MBA graduates are not afraid to make decisions and we are not riskadverse.