Looking for an MBA that’s tailored to IT — without the full fee price tag?

If you’re an IT professional considering CSP pathway to an MBA, you may already know Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) can significantly reduce the cost of postgraduate study. While CSPs aren’t available for our MBA program, there’s a smart way to unlock the savings. The Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) is CSP-eligible — and every subject in it counts directly toward our MBA. That means you can complete one-third of your MBA at a fraction of the cost, and start your postgraduate journey with serious momentum.

What is a Commonwealth Supported Place and how can it help you save?

CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning eligible domestic students only pay a portion of the cost of each subject. While our MBA is full-fee, the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) is one of the few postgraduate IT programs we offer that qualifies for CSP.

The difference is substantial: 

Program Cost Per Subject Total for 4 Subjects 
MBA (Full Fee) $4,050 $16,200
GCCCT (CSP) $1,164 $4,656

(Pricing as of 2025 – subject fees are based on 8pt subject in Band 2. Subjects in higher bands cost more accordingly)

By starting with the GCCCT, you can save more than $11,000 on your MBA — completing one-third of the course for a fraction of the cost. It’s an ideal option for professionals who want to start strong and spend smart.

Why choose the CSP pathway to an MBA?

Our MBA is designed specifically for IT professionals and covers key areas like leadership, strategy, and tech-driven innovation. Starting with the CSP-eligible Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) lets you:

✔ Test the waters before committing to a full Master’s
✔ Save over $11,000 on four subjects that count directly toward the MBA
✔ Gain valuable, career-relevant skills from day one
✔ Get a head start on your Master’s, with flexible online study

Plus, you’ll earn a recognised postgraduate qualification after just four subjects — an ideal milestone for professionals who want to keep their options open.

How the MBA CSP pathway works

Here’s how to make the most of the opportunity:

  1. Apply for the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition)
    – It’s CSP-eligible for domestic students.

  2. Complete the four Grad Cert subjects
    – All can be applied to the MBA course structure.

  3. Articulate into the MBA
    – Your completed Grad Cert is credited in full.

  4. Finish your MBA
    – Just 8 more subjects to go.

It’s a seamless, flexible pathway that reduces risk, maximises savings, and sets you up for success.

The competitive edge for IT professionals

Unlike general business degrees, our MBA focuses on the realities and opportunities of IT leadership. Whether you choose to specialise in Cyber Security, Business Analysis, Networking, or Project Management, you’ll learn from both academic and industry experts who understand what it takes to succeed in tech-driven environments.

✔ Built for IT professionals
✔ 100% online and flexible
✔ Practical skills you can apply immediately

Ready to take the first step?

With CSP support for the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition), now’s the time to start your MBA journey — the smart way.

✔ Save over $11,000
✔ Complete a third of your MBA upfront
✔ Study online, around your schedule

Apply now for the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) Our next intake starts July 14 and the following micro-term begins September 1

 

How to Apply

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